exterior view finder?

nillaismydognillaismydog Registered Users Posts: 32 Big grins
edited January 25, 2006 in Accessories
I want to hook up a tv type monitor to my dig. camera so that it shows the same view as my view finder. That way I can look at the screen and adjust my camera from the front. (very nice feature when you need some extra hands). Does anyone know if there's a way to do that with my camera (rebel XT or 20D or 5D).

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  • AngeloAngelo Super Moderators Posts: 8,937 moderator
    edited January 25, 2006
    I don't know about a TV connection but you are otherwise describing common camera control from software. Can you use your laptop or computer instead of the TV?
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  • JimMJimM Registered Users Posts: 1,389 Major grins
    edited January 25, 2006
    The only way to do this is to use a video camera mounted to the viewfinder. There is a mirror that blocks the sensor.
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  • nillaismydognillaismydog Registered Users Posts: 32 Big grins
    edited January 25, 2006
    Angelo wrote:
    I don't know about a TV connection but you are otherwise describing common camera control from software. Can you use your laptop or computer instead of the TV?

    Yes, a computer would work just fine too. I just have no idea about any of this... I just know it can be done so any info would be wondeful!
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