7dmk2 Screen Protector?

Just got my 7D mark II today. Any recomendations on a rear screen protector? I don't want to glue anything on my camera, soI'm looking into something easy to install.

I'm thinking of picking up the Vello protector.
http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …glass_snap_on_s​creen.html

I don't think any of them would glue on, more likely just stick to the screen and be able to peel off when you need to.

Good luck in your search, its something I put on all my camera bodies.


I use these personally.

http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …lcd_screen_prot​ector.html

I have cello on both my cameras. They've been on for years..don't scratch, and look good. In don't intend on taking them off, but they do peel off if you have to.

I like the GGS III protectors on both my 7D and 5D cameras. They stay on securely (locked on by the eyepiece cover), don't attach with adhesive and provide some impact protection as well. I think they improve the LCD visibility under bright light but that might just be an impression. They just started selling the mk II version a few months ago.

dexy101 wrote in post #17811153
I don't think any of them would glue on, more likely just stick to the screen and be able to peel off when you need to.

Good luck in your search, its something I put on all my camera bodies.


I use these personally.

http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …lcd_screen_prot​ector.html

Huh? The Giottos Schlott glass you are providing a link for is held on using adhesive. You say you use that one yourself so I'm surprised you don't know that. You need a hot hair dryer to loosen it. As per the specs, the TESA 4972 double-sided tape is easily mounted and seals LCD, preventing liquids and dirt from getting in and causing damage. I've got one on my 7D2 right now.

DGStinner wrote in post #17810935
I'm thinking of picking up the Vello protector.
http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …glass_snap_on_s​creen.html

The Vello you refer too is nicely made, easy to install and relatively inexpensive. The downside is to install it you first remove the viewfinders eyepiece, attach the Vello to where the eyepiece was attached and finally reattach the eyepiece to the Vello unit, The end result is the eyepiece is now 3/8" farther back than it was. It's difficult to see the entire viewfinder through it, especially if, like me, you wear glasses.

I have one similar to dexy101 on my 5D3, and just bought another for my 7D2. It does stick on with a small strip of tape around the edge, and I prefer that bc it assures zero bubbles on the screen like the static cling type screen protectors tend to have, it keeps dust and everything else out unlike snap-on protectors since the edges are sealed, and it's extremely clear which is something I can't say for the rubbery "invisible shield" type protectors I've used before. IMO, they're the best balance in terms of protection and clarity. YMMV

The one on my 5D3 has been excellent, and has zero scratches after a few years. It fits so well I don't even notice it's there.

Honestly, once you put the cello on, there is no real reason to ever take it off again.

DGStinner wrote in post #17810935
I'm thinking of picking up the Vello protector.
http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …glass_snap_on_s​creen.html

+1 for vello. I got the same when I bought my 7DM2.

mwsilver wrote in post #17811259
The Vello you refer too is nicely made, easy to install and relatively inexpensive. The downside is to install it you first remove the viewfinders eyepiece, attach the Vello to where the eyepiece was attached and finally reattach the eyepiece to the Vello unit, The end result is the eyepiece is now 3/8" farther back than it was. It's difficult to see the entire viewfinder through it, especially if, like me, you wear glasses.

I personally love the added eye relief because it allows me to hold the camera closer to my face without smashing my nose against it. My eyes are certainly not 20/20 but even I wore glasses I think I'd adjust the diopter and deal with it for the added comfort.

The Vello is more than twice the price of the GGS, incidentally.

Vello here also, good stuff.

mwsilver wrote in post #17811257
Huh? The Giottos Schlott glass you are providing a link for is held on using adhesive. You say you use that one yourself so I'm surprised you don't know that. You need a hot hair dryer to loosen it. As per the specs, the TESA 4972 double-sided tape is easily mounted and seals LCD, preventing liquids and dirt from getting in and causing damage. I've got one on my 7D2 right now.

You certainly don't need a hot air dryer to remove them, you should be able to peel off by hand. And double sided tape to me is not an adhesive as maybe compared to super glue (yes I know there is adhesive on the screen protecter, but they are all able to peel off) I do use one myself and I do know it peels off by hand.

I just buy good name brand protector sheets, and then trim my own for whatever application I have. This way I don't have to search for the right ones, pay too much, etc. I buy large tablet sized protectors, that I also use for tablets, then trim them for the top and rear LCDs of my cameras, our phones, etc. Just another thought... If you have a good materials cutter, this is very easy to do. Just label the sticky side of the protector before cutting a section out, so that you know which protective cover to remove first for installation.

The cello is a totally different product than cutting screen protectors to size. It is a rigid piece of either glass or plastic depending which model you buy they are reasonably prices, and once you pit them on they look great and seem to hold up indefinitely. Mine are years old and never been touched and no scratches.