Portkeys LH5C

The Portkeys LH5C is a compact, professional-grade 5.4-inch touchscreen field monitor designed for filmmakers and photographers, offering seamless wired camera control for select Sony, Canon, and Panasonic models like the A7 series, R5/R6, and GH6, allowing direct adjustments to aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance without touching the camera. Featuring an 800-nit HD IPS display with 1920x1152 resolution, 178° viewing angle, and 85% DCI-P3 color gamut for accurate outdoor monitoring, it includes advanced tools like freeze frame overlays for shot matching, 3D LUT support, waveform/histogram, anamorphic de-squeeze, and 4K30p input with 1080p60 output. Powered via USB-C or Sony NP-F batteries and equipped with versatile mounting options, this lightweight 12.3-ounce monitor ensures reliable performance in any setup, from studio shoots to on-location work.

The Portkeys LH5C is an innovative, touchscreen-enabled field monitor tailored for modern video production, providing filmmakers with intuitive camera control and high-fidelity monitoring in a portable 5.4-inch form factor. Its standout wired control system connects directly to compatible Sony (e.g., A7III/A7IV/A7SIII/A7RIV/FX3/FX6), Canon (e.g., R5/R6/R7/R8/C70/C200), and Panasonic (e.g., GH5 II/GH6/GH7/S5/S1H) cameras, enabling precise adjustments to key settings like aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance via the responsive touchscreen—eliminating the need to interrupt your workflow by handling the camera itself. For Sony users, it includes an intelligent Focus Tracking Frame, with firmware updates planned to expand this to other brands, ensuring professional-grade efficiency on set. The outdoor-ready 5.4-inch HD IPS screen delivers 800 nits of brightness for clear visibility in sunlight, paired with a 178° ultra-wide viewing angle, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 10-bit color depth, full Rec.709 coverage, and 85% DCI-P3 gamut for vibrant, accurate color reproduction critical for post-production workflows. A included sunshade enhances usability in bright environments, while the glossy screen surface minimizes glare for consistent results.

Beyond monitoring, the LH5C excels as a comprehensive toolkit with features like Freeze Frame with Overlay Comparison, allowing users to capture reference frames on a USB drive and overlay them semi-transparently over live video for seamless shot continuity, actor positioning, or complex composition recreation—ideal for narrative filmmaking or commercial shoots. It supports up to 20 custom 3D LUTs with real-time HDMI output for on-the-fly color grading, alongside essential tools such as waveform monitors, histograms, audio meters, customizable focus peaking, zebra patterns, and ARRI False Color for exposure precision. Additional pro features include anamorphic de-squeeze (10 presets plus custom 0.25X-4.00X ratios), rectangle cropping, crosshair overlays, and framing grids to streamline anamorphic and aspect ratio workflows. Input flexibility covers 4K30p lossless signals with 1080p60 output via HDMI, while the 3.5mm headphone jack provides audio monitoring. Mounting is effortless with multiple 1/4"-20 screw holes on the bottom and sides, supporting vertical shooting and integration into rigs, gimbals, or tripods. Power options include USB-C at 5V or Sony NP-F batteries (7-24V input; battery not included), making it versatile for extended shoots without relying on mains power.

Key Features:

• Seamless touchscreen camera control for Sony, Canon, and Panasonic models with intelligent focus tracking (Sony native; others via firmware)
• 800-nit 5.4" HD IPS display with sunshade for outdoor reliability and ultra-wide 178° viewing angle
• Freeze Frame overlay for precise shot matching and continuity maintenance
• Professional tools: waveform, histogram, audio meters, focus peaking, zebras, ARRI False Color
• 3D LUT support (up to 20 custom LUTs) with real-time HDMI output and 360° color grading
• Anamorphic de-squeeze (10 presets + custom 0.25X-4.00X), cropping, crosshair, and framing grids
• 4K30p HDMI input, 1080p60 output, and 3.5mm headphone monitoring
• Versatile mounting with multiple 1/4" threads and vertical shooting compatibility
• Dual power: USB-C 5V or Sony NP-F 7-24V (battery not included)