Flip up LCD Screen Protectors

[Calicajun]

Anyone use one of those flip up LCD screen protectors/shades on their camera? The idea of them protecting the LCD screen while shading the screen from light so it's easier to view sounds good but are they more trouble than they're worth?

Thanks,
Craig

[ccookdo]

I just got a Hoodman screen protector/shade. It works well to shade and protect the LCD but I find that I must shut it again to look through the viewfinder again.

[SkipD]

Anyone use one of those flip up LCD screen protectors/shades on their camera? The idea of them protecting the LCD screen while shading the screen from light so it's easier to view sounds good but are they more trouble than they're worth?Most folks who have written on the forum here that they had tried them felt they were a pain in the rear and removed them.

[cheryltee]

I haven't found a need for one with the 40D, and am fine with the invisible shield protector, but I have a flip up one for my Panasonic P&S and like it a lot. I shoot mostly outside and use the LCD on the P&S for framing the picture and it was hard to see in bright sun until I got the protector.

[Calicajun]

I haven't found a need for one with the 40D, and am fine with the invisible shield protector, but I have a flip up one for my Panasonic P&S and like it a lot. I shoot mostly outside and use the LCD on the P&S for framing the picture and it was hard to see in bright sun until I got the protector.

What brand invisible shield protector are you using on your 40D? I tried using the ones from my PDA but can't get them to go on smooth on the 40D rear screen. Do use one on the top LCD display with no problem, of course I started using it a little late as there is a one long light scratch.

[cheryltee]

The brand is actually Invisible Shield, found at shieldzone.com. I've used their protectors for my ipod and PDA and find them to be superior to any other brand I've tried. They come with an applicator and spray (and the extra protector for the top screen), but you still have to go slow to keep the bubbles out.

[markubig]

i use the Giottos 3" protector on my 40d lcd . . . it's not like an PDA LCD protector. it's thin, hard glass and fits perfectly . .. can't even notice it's there unless you look for it. Here's the link on B&H:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/541908-REG/Giottos_SP8301L_AEGIS_Professional_Screen_Protecto r.html

[Calicajun]

Thanks I'll give that brand a shot and see if I do better with them over my cheap ones.

[hania]

Got one off Ebay (was scratched when it arrived!).

Used it once - and took it off - a real nuisance to keep opening & closing it.

[Calicajun]

Maybe best I try one on the daughter's P&S (no viewfinder) first.

[ALT1MATE]

i use the Giottos 3" protector on my 40d lcd . . . it's not like an PDA LCD protector. it's thin, hard glass and fits perfectly . .. can't even notice it's there unless you look for it. Here's the link on B&H:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/541908-REG/Giottos_SP8301L_AEGIS_Professional_Screen_Protecto r.html


This is what I have and its perfect. Its made of Schott glass which is damn near scratchproof.

[Calicajun]

This is what I have and its perfect. Its made of Schott glass which is damn near scratchproof.

That looks like a good option to try, at least when they get them back in stock.
Thanks for the link.

[gkas]

Screen protectors are a waste. The lcd covers are cheap (~$12) and easy to replace. They take a lot of wear, but just replace them if they get damaged.

[Calicajun]

Screen protectors are a waste. The lcd covers are cheap (~$12) and easy to replace. They take a lot of wear, but just replace them if they get damaged.

That's interesting, didn't know the camera LCD outer screen was replaceable.

[_aravena]

I might get one for my new SD750 but never for my DSLR

[nadtz]

That's interesting, didn't know the camera LCD outer screen was replaceable.

They pull off with a suction cup...

http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1019&message=10852446

Its so simple I cant imagine spending money on an LCD cover.

[Calicajun]

That was an informative link, who would of thought that Canon would have a repair that was cheap and easy?:D

Thanks for link,

Craig

[ben_r_]

Yea I thought long and hard and researched a lot of options out there for rear lcd screen protection and ultimately I ended deeming them all more hassle than they are worth due to the fact that for under $15 I could just buy an original factory replacement and not have some goofy, bulky thing hanging off the back of my camera, or have to stick some sticker on it either.

[slimninj4]

I like the protectors on the Nikons. I wish my XTI had the same plastic covering.

[Jon]

I like the protectors on the Nikons. I wish my XTI had the same plastic covering.
It does, only not as ugly looking. You must have missed the posts quoted below.
Screen protectors are a waste. The lcd covers are cheap (~$12) and easy to replace. They take a lot of wear, but just replace them if they get damaged.

That's interesting, didn't know the camera LCD outer screen was replaceable.

They pull off with a suction cup...

http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1019&message=10852446

Its so simple I cant imagine spending money on an LCD cover.

[RPCrowe]

I had problems with where my right thumb was placed when I shot with my 350D. The thumb would inadvertently trip the button which controls the frame rate. Whenever I tripped the shutter and the self-timer began cooking off, I would say to myself "Oh darn (or something stronger) - I did it again!".

I realize that this is simply operator error but that error is compounded by the way the camera ergonomics and I interface.

I added a Delkin Pro Pop-Up Screen Protector, not really to protect or even shade my screen but, to place the frame rate control button out, away from the back of the camera.

This achieved its stated goals and I seldom if ever inadvertently trip the button. The pop up shade is a bit of a pain since I need to open it to see my LCD screen and then close it to shoot again. It is, however, worth the problem to keep my thumb off the darn button.