"It makes perfect sense for moving Steadycam-type shots, expansive static shots in tight spaces and panoramic scenic shots. It’s easy to use, affordable, well built and performs quite well."
"Overall Rating: SWEET"

Studio Daily

Read the whole review at www.studiodaily.com/studiomonthly/reviews/f/rproduction/7289.html


"When Compared to other options for my XL1 the red eye represents incredible value for money. I am more than happy with its performance as a wide angle filter, lite, compact and beautifully made - I use it every chance I get".

Dave Perillo

www.openboat.co.nz


"The Red Eye is one of my hardest working pieces of kit and the quality is superb. Application is ideal for everything claimed especially fast moving pans."

Ronnie

www.alpha-images.co.uk


" I finally got a chance to test out your wide angle adaptor on the HDW-750 w/ 10x Fujinon lens. The sharpness of the lens does not appear to be in any way a problem. At least on the 20" monitor. I suspect even if you were to show image shot with this lens on a longer digital projection scan that there would not be any negative sharpness/ resolution issues. I love the wide angle capability of the lens. As with all Red Eye products, it is a very cost effective wide angle solution. What struck me especially is that when I pointed the lens at the lights in my shop and as I moved the camera from side to side, I saw very little lens aberration (or light flaring) in to the lights. The image was very clean! ."

Doug Munro - DOP

HDTV


Regarding the red eye wide adapters we bought for "72 Hours" for the Sony HDV: There was some thought of getting a heavier more expensive zoom thru adapter. I have looked at the Red Eye a bit further and realize that it will still keep focus between 4.5mm to 15mm on the zoom. In this range - at about 8mm - the coverage equals the wide end of the zoom (4.5) without the adapter. So there is actually an overlap of coverage. So the only disadvantage is not a full zoom range but at least all focal lengths are covered and the Red Eye offers a nice ,5 wide. And there is the benefit of light weight and lower cost. Also if Rene Collins added a 72mm ring to the front, other screw ons could be added which is not the case with the larger wide eyes. Reversing the Red Eye will give a fish eye effect. So we did well to buy the Red Eye and not worry about other adapters.

Richard Stringer C.S.C

DOP