The UltiMate is a handheld or tripod-mounted director's finder that includes among several features: interchangeable lens mountings, multiple camera-type/format-type ground glasses, an optional 1/2" CCD-ready B&W or color video-tap, and an optional 2X anamorphic desqueezer.

Viewing through the actual shooting lens enables the director or DP to see what the camera will see before film is exposed. Interchangeable ground glasses accommodate a variety of shooting formats (including Super-35), and camera types. The video-tap (12V power supplied by onboard batteries or an external source), gives interested parties behind the scenes the opportunity to view and comment on the composition and look of the shot.

Used for location scouting or scene testing, the UltiMate can record specific shots, then return to the production facility for playback and analysis.

On the set, the UltiMate finder can save time by helping to set up the next shot while the current set is being filmed. Immediate video-prints can be produced to study for comments or changes.

Or, in a difficult location or complicated set-up such as table-tops, crowd scenes, etc., the UltiMate can be used to simulate shots, practice moves, and review the results -- all well before the actual scene is committed to film.

Take a look at and through and UltiMate. You won't want to shoot without one.