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Gabroo Singh · August 13th, 2009, 05:32 PM

Hi all,

What do you recommend for the LCD as a screen protector?

Thanks.

Gabroo Singh · August 16th, 2009, 04:11 PM

Does anybody here use one?

Or, it doesn't matter which one we use?

Chris Hurd · August 16th, 2009, 06:57 PM

Currently I'm using HoodMan USA's HoodSkins Model HSK-3.0, they come in a pack of twelve, the idea is to replace them once per month but I think that's with heavy use -- I'm still on my first one. I also have a Giottos screen protector which is actually a sheet of glass, quite a bit more expensive at $30 considering it's just one, but it's still new in the box... I haven't put it on yet.

Bruce Foreman · August 16th, 2009, 10:24 PM

I ordered one of those for my Canon XSi and had it on that camera for about 9 months. When I ordered the T1i I carfully pried it off the XSi and put it on the new cam where it's been for 2 months now.

I try not to let any part of the camera take any "licks" but the Giottos protector has no marks or scratches on it and it's obviously done a good job of protecting the LCD screen surface.

I think both it and the "skins" concept represent good approaches.

Ryan Koo · August 17th, 2009, 11:24 AM

I've got the Hoodman XL skins (for 3.5" to 4" LCDs). The guy at the camera shop said the 3" ones don't completely cover the 5d screen since the 5d rear glass extends beyond the 3" viewable area, so I got the larger ones and cut them down to size.

They're okay. I think they cut down a bit on the brightness. I'm curious about the glass solutions (supposedly they offer up to 95% light transmission, theoretically better than the plastic skin options), but I don't like the idea of getting adhesive on the 5d body for mounting. Plus, they'd interfere with a LCD viewfinder like the hoodloupe, right?

Chris Hurd · August 17th, 2009, 11:54 AM

Here's the HSK-3.0 coverage... (click to see it bigger).

Bill Binder · August 17th, 2009, 02:35 PM

I'm nearly certain the camera actually has a built-in protector which can be replaced pretty inexpensively without sending in the camera to Canon. But maybe someone else knows more about that?

Hannu Korpinen · August 18th, 2009, 09:15 AM

Yes you are right. Easy to change.

Replaced my 20d LCD Window today: Canon EOS 50D - 10D Forum: Digital Photography Review

Wayne Avanson · August 18th, 2009, 11:20 AM

You see?

THIS is what makes this forum sooooo brilliant. I was gutted when I scratched my LCD screen cover last week. Then all of a sudden here's a link to be able to get a new one fairly cheap and replace it myself instead of sending off to Canon.
Have just made enquiries and am hoping to hear soon about getting a replacement ( or maybe two since I appear to be a bit clumsy )

Thanks to everyone who shares their knowledge on here. Much appreciated.

Avey

Bruce Foreman · August 19th, 2009, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryan Koo

I'm curious about the glass solutions (supposedly they offer up to 95% light transmission, theoretically better than the plastic skin options), but I don't like the idea of getting adhesive on the 5d body for mounting. Plus, they'd interfere with a LCD viewfinder like the hoodloupe, right?

I have noticed no loss in light transmission. I had the same Giotto's glass protector on a Rebel 450D (XSi) and now on the Rebel 500D (T1i), which has an improved LCD which is brighter, sharper, and is now viewable from wider viewing angles. I saw no reduction in image visibility on the XSi and on the T1i I forget it's even there.

No adhesive problem either, it uses adhesive only on the outer rim and when I carefully pried it off the XSi it left no residue. When I put it on the T1i it stuck easily. Great product.

No interference with the Hoodloupe either. For a few weeks I used the Hoodloupe held in place by a 12" rubber band with no real problems, but have since ordered something even better. The CAVISION viewfinder kit designed for the 5D MkII, but with an extra "riser" to raise the T1i higher (T1i has less body beneath the LCD than the 5D MkII) and a "swing away" assembly.

Neither has a problem with the Giotto's glass protector. I still use the Hoodloupe when carrying the camera primarily for stills but still want to be able to handle video "targets of opportunity". The Hoodloupe is handy with the neckstrap, I can place it over the LCD and apply "backpressure" on the camera for short periods of time holding the Hoodloupe in place against my eyeglasses. And it's great for checking stills just taken out in daylight.

When going out for video I "bolt" the CAVISION assembly in place and often mount it all on the SpiderBrace II.

August 13th, 2009, 05:32 PM	#1
Gabroo Singh Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 26	Screen protector Hi all, What do you recommend for the LCD as a screen protector? Thanks.

August 16th, 2009, 06:57 PM	#3
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,366 Images: 513	Currently I'm using HoodMan USA's HoodSkins Model HSK-3.0, they come in a pack of twelve, the idea is to replace them once per month but I think that's with heavy use -- I'm still on my first one. I also have a Giottos screen protector which is actually a sheet of glass, quite a bit more expensive at $30 considering it's just one, but it's still new in the box... I haven't put it on yet. __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

August 17th, 2009, 11:54 AM	#6
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,366 Images: 513	Here's the HSK-3.0 coverage... (click to see it bigger). Attached Thumbnails __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

August 18th, 2009, 09:15 AM	#8
Hannu Korpinen Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Keuruu, Finland Posts: 67	LCD protector Yes you are right. Easy to change. Replaced my 20d LCD Window today: Canon EOS 50D - 10D Forum: Digital Photography Review

August 16th, 2009, 04:11 PM	#2
Gabroo Singh Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 26	Does anybody here use one? Or, it doesn't matter which one we use?

August 16th, 2009, 10:24 PM	#4
Bruce Foreman Trustee Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: San Angelo Texas Posts: 1,518	I ordered one of those for my Canon XSi and had it on that camera for about 9 months. When I ordered the T1i I carfully pried it off the XSi and put it on the new cam where it's been for 2 months now. I try not to let any part of the camera take any "licks" but the Giottos protector has no marks or scratches on it and it's obviously done a good job of protecting the LCD screen surface. I think both it and the "skins" concept represent good approaches.

August 17th, 2009, 11:24 AM	#5
Ryan Koo Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New York, NY Posts: 92	I've got the Hoodman XL skins (for 3.5" to 4" LCDs). The guy at the camera shop said the 3" ones don't completely cover the 5d screen since the 5d rear glass extends beyond the 3" viewable area, so I got the larger ones and cut them down to size. They're okay. I think they cut down a bit on the brightness. I'm curious about the glass solutions (supposedly they offer up to 95% light transmission, theoretically better than the plastic skin options), but I don't like the idea of getting adhesive on the 5d body for mounting. Plus, they'd interfere with a LCD viewfinder like the hoodloupe, right?

August 17th, 2009, 02:35 PM	#7
Bill Binder Major Player Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: San Francisco Posts: 542	I'm nearly certain the camera actually has a built-in protector which can be replaced pretty inexpensively without sending in the camera to Canon. But maybe someone else knows more about that?

August 18th, 2009, 11:20 AM	#9
Wayne Avanson Major Player Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lancashire UK Posts: 496	You see? THIS is what makes this forum sooooo brilliant. I was gutted when I scratched my LCD screen cover last week. Then all of a sudden here's a link to be able to get a new one fairly cheap and replace it myself instead of sending off to Canon. Have just made enquiries and am hoping to hear soon about getting a replacement ( or maybe two since I appear to be a bit clumsy ) Thanks to everyone who shares their knowledge on here. Much appreciated. Avey