• Panasonic Cameras

  Burn mark in viewfinder

  Posted by Ryan Turner on May 29, 2009 at 11:45 pm

  I just borrowed a Panasonic HVX and when I look into the viewfinder there is a burn mark. Looks like a small smokey burn in the center of the viewfinder. Does anyone know what causes this or is there a fix?

  Thanks
  Ryan

  Michael Shugrue replied 17 years ago 3 Members · 5 Replies
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  Steve Eisen

  May 30, 2009 at 12:48 am

  Sounds like the viewfinder was pointed toward the sun for a period of time.

  Think of it as a magnifying glass. All viewfinders have a warning.

  Steve Eisen
  Eisen Video Productions
  Board of Directors
  Chicago Final Cut Pro Users Group
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  Ryan Turner

  May 30, 2009 at 12:53 am

  Thanks for the response!!!

  I’m guessing it wouldn’t be covered by warranty. Is it possible to replace the viewfinder? Or to repair it?
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  Steve Eisen

  May 30, 2009 at 1:39 am

  Definitely NOT covered under warranty.

  Steve Eisen
  Eisen Video Productions
  Board of Directors
  Chicago Final Cut Pro Users Group
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  Ryan Turner

  June 1, 2009 at 4:45 pm

  Thanks!
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  Michael Shugrue

  June 2, 2009 at 6:12 pm

  They do make a eye cover that closes when you eye is not pressed against the viewfinder. Its ok, but saves you $%# when you have a sony 10k color vf.

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