TacTZilla Posted January 2, 2010 Share #1 Posted January 2, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) It's probably just my own anatomy, but has anyone else noticed the same thing? When look through the viewfinder, the pointy bit of the top plate notch sticks right in my supraorbital foramen giving me a headache. Try pressing on it for a few seconds and you'll see what I mean. I bought a 34mm rubber eyecup, but that's too small, too hard and holds the eye too far from the viewfinder. Any suggestions other than get a new head? Cheers Bob Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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el.nino Posted January 2, 2010 Share #2 Posted January 2, 2010 It's probably just my own anatomy, but has anyone else noticed the same thing? When look through the viewfinder, the pointy bit of the top plate notch sticks right in my supraorbital foramen giving me a headache. Try pressing on it for a few seconds and you'll see what I mean.I bought a 34mm rubber eyecup, but that's too small, too hard and holds the eye too far from the viewfinder. Any suggestions other than get a new head? Cheers Bob Why do you have to PRESS the viewfinder on? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacTZilla Posted January 2, 2010 Author Share #3 Posted January 2, 2010 Hi. I wouldn't say I'm pressing on really. I'm making contact so as to steady my eye with the viewfinder. Also, when using my 28mm lens I need to get my eye fairly close to see the full view. It's all fairly new to me so still finding my way. Cheers B Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adan Posted January 2, 2010 Share #4 Posted January 2, 2010 Hmmm - brain freeze from an M9.... Ice-cream headache - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Yes, I know the anatomy is different - but the trigeminal nerve is still likely the one affected) I wear glasses, which pretty much eliminates any possibility of the problem. Trying the M9 without glasses on, I find my cheek takes up the pressure and the camera never reaches my eye socket. If I push the camera really high and to the left so that it hits my SF, I can only see half the viewfinder or less. Sunglasses? Glasses with plain glass (or no glass)? Swimming goggles (some of them look pretty exotic and trendy)? A lump of putty or kid's non-hardening clay on the offending corner? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
moikle Posted January 2, 2010 Share #5 Posted January 2, 2010 New head looks favourite. Mike Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacTZilla Posted January 2, 2010 Author Share #6 Posted January 2, 2010 New head looks favourite. Mike You've obviously seen a picture of me then? It has been said before. I did once try a home chemical peel using a bonfire, some petrol and a lighter. I have to admit though, I was told it was diesel, but I have since learned that my 'friend' was trying to assassinate me. Warning. some may find this image disturbing. Some thought it was an improvement. Look ma, no hair. B Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bybrett Posted January 2, 2010 Share #7 Posted January 2, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi Bob I have a permanent crease in my forehead where my M fits... however I advocate more seeing and less looking (through the viewfinder). Cheers! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacTZilla Posted January 2, 2010 Author Share #8 Posted January 2, 2010 Of course....surgery....another option. My wife suggested using one of those self adhesive felt pads that you can buy for furniture on wooden floors, but it might look a little stupid walking about with one of those stuck to my eyebrow. She said she'd be very willing to remove it at the end of the day though. B Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwelland Posted January 2, 2010 Share #9 Posted January 2, 2010 You've obviously seen a picture of me then?... Warning. some may find this image disturbing. Aha, now all becomes clear in the Street Photography thread ... (Just kidding) Btw, you might want to look up 'Seven of Nine' for some inspiration for the eyebrow/forehead issue too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted January 3, 2010 Share #10 Posted January 3, 2010 It's probably just my own anatomy, but has anyone else noticed the same thing? When look through the viewfinder, the pointy bit of the top plate notch sticks right in my supraorbital foramen giving me a headache. Try pressing on it for a few seconds and you'll see what I mean.I bought a 34mm rubber eyecup, but that's too small, too hard and holds the eye too far from the viewfinder. Any suggestions other than get a new head? Cheers Bob Just a slight tap with a hammer on the eyebrow.. Seriously - if you have that problem you are holding the camera slightly too high and not looking into it in the optical axis of the viewfinder. I'm sure the area surrounding the framelines (50/75 are best to see this) is not completely symmetrical. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted January 3, 2010 Share #11 Posted January 3, 2010 You just wait till you take a knock on the lens hood and you get a hefty bone stab below the supraorbital formamen, then you will know how shit house that square edge is. Welcome to design incompetence for the sake of style. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adan Posted January 3, 2010 Share #12 Posted January 3, 2010 Just out of curiosity - so what happens to photographers who used film M's for the past 55 years - with the same corner? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted January 3, 2010 Share #13 Posted January 3, 2010 You just wait till you take a knock on the lens hood and you get a hefty bone stab below the supraorbital formamen, then you will know how shit house that square edge is. Welcome to design incompetence for the sake of style. Yeah - ask Tina how soft and face-friendly the M8 is..... Speaking of falling and M8s! I am in California and have been hiking in the John Muir Wilderness for a week. On Tuesday, I stumbled over a rock in the path and fell face first onto my M8, breaking my nose. My M8 is fine but I'm a lot worse for the wear! At least I didn't break my glasses or teeth and my nose will mend. Can you see the imprint of the M8 on my face? This was made with the same M8 that did the damage: Tina Tina Manley- powered by SmugMug Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/108479-viewfinder-issue/?do=findComment&comment=1172588'>More sharing options...
Nicoleica Posted January 3, 2010 Share #14 Posted January 3, 2010 Being a left-eye photographer, I've never had a problem such as that encountered by the OP. However my nose-pod did tend to receive imprints from the film speed dial on earlier film 'M's. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwelland Posted January 4, 2010 Share #15 Posted January 4, 2010 Yeah - ask Tina how soft and face-friendly the M8 is..... I dropped my first M8 and caught it with my foot and that left a surprising bruise and only put the RF verical alignment out. That reminded me to ALWAYS put the camera strap around my neck/shoulder when changing lenses ... No real damage though, other than to me (thankfully nothing like as serious as Tina's Leica run-in). Those suckers are solid. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob_x2004 Posted January 4, 2010 Share #16 Posted January 4, 2010 Just out of curiosity - so what happens to photographers who used film M's for the past 55 years - with the same corner? They wear sunglasses 99% of the time like me. Though stupidity in design when it is unnecessary isnt really defensible. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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