Description
Sony AVF-3250 Electronic Viewfinder Video Camera Monitor AC 13V 17W For Parts
The Sony AVF-3250 is a professional-grade electronic viewfinder (EVF) designed for use with Sony broadcast and production video cameras. It houses a small CRT or LCD monitor within a compact, camera-mountable enclosure, allowing camera operators to frame shots and monitor video output directly on the camera. The unit is labeled AC 13V, 17W, and was manufactured in Japan.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: Sony AVF-3250
- Type: Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)
- Power: AC 13V, 17W
- Country of Manufacture: Japan
- Front panel controls: CONTR (Contrast), BRT (Brightness), V-HOLD (Vertical Hold), H-HOLD (Horizontal Hold)
- Rear: Multi-pin camera interface connector
- Eyepiece with fold-down hood present
- Metal housing construction
- Sold as-is for parts or repair only — no accessories, cables, or documentation confirmed included
Applications
Electronic viewfinders like the AVF-3250 were used with Sony professional and broadcast video cameras — particularly in studio, ENG (electronic news gathering), and field production environments from the 1980s through the early 1990s. They attach directly to the camera body and feed a live video signal to the small internal display, giving the operator a real-time picture through the eyepiece. The CONTR, BRT, V-HOLD, and H-HOLD controls allow the operator to adjust the internal monitor independently of the recorded or transmitted signal. Units of this type are now primarily sought by technicians repairing vintage Sony broadcast cameras, collectors of professional video equipment from this era, or productions maintaining legacy Sony camera systems.
This Sony AVF-3250 Electronic Viewfinder is being sold as-is for parts or repair. It is not guaranteed to be functional and has not been tested at our facility. The unit shows significant wear — the top surface has peeling labels and adhesive residue, and the metal housing shows scuffing and general use wear consistent with a production or broadcast environment. The eyepiece hood and front SONY branding are intact. The rear multi-pin camera interface connector is present and visible. Side-panel controls (CONTR, BRT, V-HOLD, H-HOLD) are all present. May be useful as a source of parts. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Sony |
Model: |
AVF-3250 |
MPN: |
AVF-3250 |
Type: |
Electronic Viewfinder |
SKU: |
37027 |
Power Requirements: |
AC 13V, 17W |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Japan |
Condition: |
As-Is / For Parts or Not Working |
Compatible With: |
Sony professional video cameras |
Controls: |
CONTR, BRT, V-HOLD, H-HOLD |
Camera Interface: |
Multi-pin camera connector (rear) |
Seller Notes: |
Sold as-is for parts or repair. No functionality guaranteed. |
Condition Notes: |
Sony AVF-3250 Electronic Viewfinder sold as-is for parts or repair. Not tested; no functionality guaranteed. Housing shows wear, peeling labels, and scuffing. Camera connector and controls present. |