MOVIECAM Anamorphic Desqueezer 2.35 Long Eyepiece & Ground Glass

Name: MOVIECAM Anamorphic Desqueezer 2.35 Long Eyepiece & Ground Glass
Brand: Moviecam
Price: 5000.00 USD
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MOVIECAM ANAMORPHIC 2.35 DESQUEEZER VF

MOVIECAM ANAMORPHIC 2.35 GROUND GLASS

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PACKAGE INCLUDES:

(1) Moviecam Anamorphic 2.35 Desqueezer / Long Eyepiece
(1) Moviecam Anamorphic 2.35 Academy Ground Glass (Desqueeze)
(1) Moviecam Front Cap
(1) Moviecam Eye Cup

KEY FEATURES: (ANAMORPHIC DESQUEEZER)

The 2.35 Anamorphic Long Eyepiece (often referred to as an anamorphic desqueezer or viewfinder extension) for the Moviecam SL Academy is designed to optically "un-squeeze" the image in the viewfinder when shooting with 2x anamorphic lenses.

Core Specifications

Anamorphic Desqueeze: Optically corrects the 2:1 horizontal squeeze typical of anamorphic lenses, allowing the operator to see a correctly proportioned 2.35:1 (or 2.39:1) image.
Viewfinder Compatibility: Directly compatible with the standard Moviecam SL Viewfinder and orientable viewfinder systems.
Extension Length: Features a "long" extension tube design (often between 10" to 12") to facilitate comfortable operating while using a handheld rig or an extension finder rod.
Optics: High-quality, multi-coated glass elements designed to minimize chromatic aberration and maintain brightness while desqueezing the image.
Mechanical Features:
- Heated Eyecup Compatibility: Standard mount for the Moviecam heated eyecup to prevent fogging.
- Diopter Correction: Adjustable range typically from -5 to +5 diopters.
- Rotatability: 360-degree rotation for comfortable use on either the left or right eye. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10]

Related System Components

The eyepiece is part of a modular viewfinder system. To use it effectively on a Moviecam SL Academy, you may also need:

Anamorphic Ground Glass: Required in the camera gate to properly mask the 2.35:1 / 2.39:1 frame.
Eyepiece Leveling Rod: Keeps the eyepiece horizontal as the camera pans or tilts.
Moviecam SL MK-2 Upgrades: Later versions (MK-2) offer improved ergonomics and better integration with these long eyepiece accessories. [1, 2, 3]

For detailed technical drawings or specific serial number compatibility, manuals and resources are available through the Moviecam SL Manual provided by cinematography experts like David Elkins

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KEY FEATURES: (GROUND GLASS)

The Moviecam 2.35 Academy Anamorphic Ground Glass is designed for 35mm film cameras, specifically supporting a $2:1$ squeeze anamorphic format. It generally features a standard Academy aperture of $21.3 \times 18.0 \text{ mm}$ for 2x anamorphic, often utilized for widescreen 2.35:1 or 2.39:1 aspect ratios. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Specifications & Characteristics:

Format: 35mm Academy.
Aperture Size: Approx. $21.3 \times 18.0 \text{ mm}$ (common for 2.35:1/2.39:1 2x anamorphic).
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1 (or 2.39:1) widescreen.
Compatibility: Designed for Moviecam Compact MK2 and similar cameras.
Markings: Includes frame lines for 2.35/2.39 and typically a 2x de-anamorphic viewing area (sometimes with center crosshair).
Interchangeability: The ground glasses are user-interchangeable, designed with high-efficiency coatings for bright viewing, and often used with de-anamorphic optical compensation in the viewfinder. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]