Rob, I have always had split image in my cameras. When I purchased my first AF camera (ZX-5) it took me quite a while to get used to a clear screen. I have to say that it is with the use of this camera in MF that I have gotten to like not having the split image and clearer viewfinder. This preference has been solidified by using my MZ-S.
I have changed a couple of my LX to the matte screen. Much easier to use in lower light, especially with my using the Limited lenses or 50/1.2. This also has me compose and focus off center much easier than when I relied on the split image. I tried one of my f4 zooms recently and was amazed how dark the viewfinder was. I can see how a split image is useful in that instance. I have come to rely on my eyesight and am grateful that I can, though I use glasses for distance. I have not used a grid screen though. I can see how it would be useful. Whenever I want to check the the horizon I just use the top or bottom of the viewfinder and carefully compose. Hmmmm, maybe I should try the grid screen in one of my cameras? Though it is rare that I go out and do landscapes exclusively. Cesar Panama City, Florida writing at LGA, NYC -- -----Original Message----- -- From: Rob Studdert [mailto:audiob@;ozemail.com.au] -- Sent: Sunday, October 27, 2002 1:15 AM -- -- Hi Team, -- -- I'm interested to learn of other PDMLers focus screen -- preferences. <snip> -- So if you care I wouldn't mind hearing of your screen type -- preference (based on -- the three main types, 35mm, 645 and 67) and why this is so? -- -- My favourite screen by far is full matt, I find most any -- elements on the screen -- distracting, I prefer it for manual focus however I do -- usually have fast lenses -- mounted. -- -- How about you? -- -- Cheers, -- -- -- Rob Studdert -- HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA -- Tel +61-2-9554-4110 -- UTC(GMT) +10 Hours -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications.html --
