The ARRI OVF-1 Optical Universal Viewfinder provides real-time, through-the-lens viewing with the ARRI ALEXA Studio camera models. This optical finder provides a high-contrast, bright image, with automatic and manual image rotation. To accommodate unusual camera positions, or tight quarters, the OVF-1 assembly can telescope away from the camera body, and may also be rotated from the left (operator) side of the camera to the right. For added convenience during pre-lights, rehearsals, and lens selection, you can view your frame through the OVF-1 even when the ALEXA Studio is powered down.

An RGB frame glow enables you to easily view your frameline in lower-light settings, and a flip-in 0.6 ND filter helps you to quickly judge contrast ratios. A 2x de-squeeze function is integrated into the OVF-1, with 1.3x de-squeeze optics available separately. The OVF-1 is compatible with 8x and 10x ARRI 435 eyepieces, with 435 extension eyepieces, and with ARRIFLEX and ARRICAM heated eyecups.