The canon evf dc1 is a responsive high resolution electronic viewfinder that mounts onto the accessory shoe of your canon g1 x mk ii and g3 x the evf provides a bright clear view and displays important shooting information found on the cameras lcd screen such as exposure compensation white balance aspect ratios etc before you press the release button the evf dc1 pivots up to 90deg for traditional slr like handling and low angle shots now become an easy enjoyable experience