If you have recently purchased the best digital camera, perform regular maintenance on it, and have been trying to get some good shots during daylight hours, you may have run into the issue of glare and how it impacts the camera’s LCD display. How to minimize glare on a digital camera display? Keep reading to find out.
Glare is when sunlight is so bright and obtrusive that it becomes difficult to see anything at all. LCD screens are especially susceptible to the effects of glare and, in most cases, digital cameras feature an LCD screen. Why is glare bad? If you are shooting during daylight hours, you won’t be able to see the settings, make minute adjustments, see a preview of the image before the shot and the image itself after the shot, or even use your touch screen autofocus feature. This means you need to learn how to manually focus a digital camera to avoid such inconveniences, which also includes protecting a digital camera from freezing rain, if you’re shooting in the elements.
Here are some helpful tips to minimize glare in bright light, even if the light source is the sun itself. You may also want to learn how to operate a digital camera in P modeso you can snap some excellent photos. Additionally, once you have those nice shots, hook your digital camera to your TV to display them for everyone.
There are many accessories available to reduce glare so you can get good shots. Start with an anti-glare screen protector, as these products count as the original screen protector for LCD displays. You can affix one of these protectors in the same way you would a screen protector on your smartphone or tablet. These screen protectors will not eliminate glare entirely, but they should reduce the severity. As an added bonus, they will protect your screen from scratches.
Another popular accessory is called a digital display shade, or a lens hood. As the name suggests, this is a shade that installs above the LCD display, significantly reducing glare. You may experience a narrow-angle when it comes to viewing the display, but the reduction in glare with this light diffusion technology should be worth it.
An easy way to reduce or eliminate glare is to simply stand in the shade. Find a tree, a structure, or a building of some kind and stand under it as you prepare and snap your digital images. You can also use a standard umbrella to get a similar effect. Another option is to simply wear a wide-brimmed hat, as this will essentially do the same thing as an umbrella.
Absolutely. Not only will a digital camera screen protector minimize glare, but it will also reduce the chances of scratches and will protect the display if you accidentally drop the camera. Plus, they are cheap.
Reflective surfaces can be difficult to accurately photograph, as they tend to bounce light around in unpredictable ways. Not only can this increase glare, but it can also end up with poor images. The best way to photograph reflective surfaces is to simply experiment until you get it right. Each reflective surface is different, after all.
This can be surprisingly tough, thanks to the prevalence of glare, reflections, and blur. You may need to adjust the refresh rate of your monitor and experiment with multiple settings within your camera.
STAT:Glare from artificial lights is typically measured with luminance meters. From daylit windows, cameras are used to convert the pixels into luminances. Both of which are able to determine the luminance of objects within small solid angles. The glare of a scene i.e. visual field of view is then calculated from the luminance data of that scene. (source)
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I"ve used Delkin"s version previously, and expect a year"s use will result in one wing breaking off. I purchased ENHANCE"s version with great hopes, which were soon dashed.
The adhesive never really set, so the hood receptacle frame keeps moving about incrementally. The hood itself is not as easy to open and requires I use my thumbnail with a bit of force. To boot, there are finish and fit problems - one of the wing activating springs protrudes and has stuck my finger a couple of times.
I used this in the Amazon basin recently, and found it too fiddly and low quality to use or recommend. At least the Delkin"s hood adheres and works properly until it inevitably breaks, and I consider the price for one year"s use reasonable. But ENHANCE, please go back to your supplier and insist on improved adhesive and better fit.
Step into the shade. More often than not, there will be a place you can easily move to get out of an area that is prone to creating camera LCD glare. This can be beneath a tree, under an awning or as easy as stepping inside. Without the bright sunlight bearing down hard against your LCD, it will be easier to see the photos you just took and edit the menus inside your camera. Be sure to try this before touching the LCD so as to avoid any potential damage to the screen.
Place your hand around the LCD. If you can"t find a shady spot nearby, you should try using your hand to block out the rays of the sun that are reflecting off of your LCD screen. When you do this, try not to touch the actual screen. Doing so increases the risk of smudging, scratching or otherwise damaging the LCD. Instead, curve your fingers around the screen without actually touching it.
Try a film or acrylic LCD protector. If the use of shade or your hand fails, LCD protectors reduce the amount of glare coming off the LCD screen while protecting it from other types of potential damage. A film protector goes directly on top of the screen, so be sure to smooth out any air bubbles upon applying it. If you go for an acrylic protector, keep in mind that it may be more expensive. Either option is optimal for getting rid of glare, but an acrylic protector may be desirable if you don"t want anything to touch your LCD screen.
Attach an LCD cap. These caps attach to a camera around its LCD screen, and they flip up so that the screen can be viewed. They are three-sided, and they reduce the LCD"s exposure to excessive light in addition to protecting it from any additional damage. Depending on which digital camera you have, the addition of an LCD cap may be permanent, so be sure it is comfortable for you before purchasing.
NuShield’s uniquely designed Triple A film was created specifically in an effort to stop the spread of germs—and for that matter, microbes of any sort—that tend to gather on the screens of electronic computing devices, particularly in the healthcare, hospitality, and education environments.
Because of its antiglare properties, the Triple A screen protection film is especially adept at hiding reflective images that often appear on LCD displays. That’s why the Triple A film is the screen protection NuShield recommends when artificial light reflections in the displays of consumer electronic devices used in the home are the main source of glare.
Along with reducing glare, the Triple A film’s unique matte finish is designed to virtually hide fingerprints, and to offer unparalleled resistance to scrapes and scratches. The Triple A won’t interfere with the touchscreen functionality on most devices. It also filters out potentially harmful ultraviolet light, and can even be cleaned on a regular basis with the harshest of cleaning chemicals and disinfectants.
The Triple A film is perfect for handheld devices, smartphones, laptops, tablets, monitors and televisions when glare or germs cannot be tolerated. Even the Triple A film’s adhesive backing was designed with ease of use in mind: It can be repeatedly lifted and repositioned if needed. Users with exceptionally large screen protection needs will be pleased to learn that the film is capable of accommodating screen sizes as large as 80 inches in diagonal.
A plasma anti-reflection filter is a thin film applied on top of a plasma screen to reduce the reflection of the ambient light. Compared to an LCD, which can have either a glossy or matte finish, plasma needs a glass panel to contain each gas cell. Glass is a very good reflector of light, so if your room contains a window or bright source of light, you"ll most likely see the reflection of it on your television.
The following pictures compare a plasma with an anti-glare filter, one without, and an LED television. As you can see, a normal plasma is almost as reflective as a mirror. The filter does a good job at both diffusing the light and reducing it.
A plasma anti-reflective filter is worth it unless you don"t have any windows or lights where or when you"re watching television. It does offer a considerable reduction in the amount of reflection on the TV.
That said, an anti-glare filter for a plasma television will reduce the brightness of the picture at a vertical viewing angle. To further reduce the reflection, manufacturers assume you will only watch your television at relatively the same height as the TV itself. This assumption is helpful for them because they can block more of the light coming in and out of the television at a vertical angle, as most reflections of lights and windows would. Therefore, if you"re watching your television at a big vertical angle (like if it"s hung on top of the fireplace and you"re on the ground with your kids), a plasma anti-glare filter might be worse for you.
If you already own a plasma TV with a lot of glare and reflections, you can still fix it by buying a third-party anti-glare filter and applying it to your television. For example, ViewGuard makes filters that go up to 65" in size. It isn"t cheap, though, depending on the size of your television.
Of course, the best solution is to adapt your room accordingly. Installing curtains on your windows or moving your television to a better spot is an effective method of reducing glare and reflections on your television.
The Panasonic Infinite Black Panel with Louver Filter is the anti-glare filter of the top-of-the-line Panasonic plasmas. It"s available on the ST60, VT60, and ZT60, which are 2013 models.
Unless you have a completely dark room when you"re watching television, an anti-glare filter for a plasma television is worth the upgrade. It does not remove all reflections, but it offers a noticeable improvement.
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A protective device for a digital camera view finder of the LCD screen type includes a frame adapted to fit around edges of the viewfinder having connectors for connecting the frame to edges of the viewfinder, and a window viewing portion surrounded and supported by the frame providing unobstructed viewing of the LCD screen through the window. A glare reduction device is connectable to the protective device to provide glare free viewing of the LCD screen.
This invention relates to protective devices for digital camera LCD screens and more particularly to a device that allows viewing of the LCD screen through the device while the device is protecting the LCD screen. The device also provides a mount for a glare reduction device allowing the LCD screen to be viewed easily in outdoor sunlight. [0002] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
It is known in the art relating to digital cameras to provide an opaque cover fittable over a LCD screen to protect the LCD screen when the camera is not in use. When the camera is being used the cover must be removed rendering the LCD screen susceptible to damage. [0003]
Often digital cameras are used outside and at sporting events. Professional photographers may use many cameras in their work. When covering an event the photographer may have three or more cameras, each with a different lens, strapped around her neck. Some photographers leave the protective coverings off their cameras exposing the LCD screens to damage caused by the camera bodies swinging around and hitting the LCD screens. Other photographers deal with the task of taking off and putting on the opaque protective coverings. Often these protective coverings are lost in the field during camera use. [0004]
Furthermore, when these digital cameras with LCD screens are used in bright light, the photographer often has to shield the camera LCD screen so that the screen can be viewed. [0005] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention provides a protector accessory which mounts over a LCD screen of a digital camera such as for example among others the Nikon Dl. The protector includes a viewing portion of an optically clear plastic that allows the LCD screen to be viewed through the viewing portion. The viewing portion may be scratch resistant and preferably is clear Lexan® plastic. The protector also includes a mounting portion having mounts for mounting the protector about the LCD screen. The mounting portion surrounds the viewing portion and preferably the two portions are made as one plastic injection molded part. [0006]
In one embodiment of the protector, the mounting portion includes at least one connector for connecting a glare reducing device to the protector. The connector may be a tab, flange, or other means for connecting the glare reducing device to the protector. The glare reducing device includes a cooperating connector. The glare reducing device is of a tubular shape and eliminates glare associated with outside viewing of the camera LCD screen. The glare reducing device may be of flexible or rigid construction and may have straight walls or be of a collapsible bellows construction. [0008]
These and other features and advantages of the invention will be more fully understood from the following detailed description of the invention taken together with the accompanying drawings.[0009]
FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the digital camera of FIG. 1 having the LCD screen protector of FIGS. [0013] 2A-2E mounted about the LCD viewing screen;
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the digital camera of FIG. 1 having a glare reducing device connected to the LCD screen protector of FIGS. [0014] 2A-2E mounted about the LCD viewing screen;
FIGS. [0015] 5A-5E are various views of a glare reducing device constructed in accordance with the present invention illustrating its connection to the LCD screen cap; and
FIG. 6 is a perspective view of the digital camera of FIG. 1 illustrating a glare reduction having rigid walls mounted on the protector. [0016] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Referring now to the drawings in detail, a protective device according to the invention is generally indicated by reference numeral [0017] 20 and is adapted for use with a digital camera 22 having a LCD viewfinder 24. As is hereinafter more fully described, the protective device 20 provides protection to the LCD viewfinder 24 while allowing the LCD display to be viewed therethrough. Furthermore, the protective device 20 provides for the mounting of various glare reducing and/or eliminating devices on the device as is more fully hereinafter described.
In FIG. 1 there is illustrated a digital camera [0018] 22 that includes a LCD viewfinder 24. A frame 26 of the viewfinder 24 includes a plurality of attachment features 28. The protective device 20 is attachable to the attachment features 28 to mount the protective device to the viewfinder 24 as shown in FIG. 4.
FIGS. 2A through 2E illustrate an embodiment of the protective device [0019] 20. Protective device 20 includes a frame 30 adapted to fit around the frame 26 of the viewfinder 24. Frame 30 includes connectors 32 for connecting the frame to the viewfinder. Connectors 32 correspond with attachment features 28 and together the connectors and attachment features provide a snap-fit attachment that connects the frame 30 to edges of the viewfinder 24.
Protective device [0020] 20 includes a window viewing portion 34 surrounded and supported by frame 30. Window viewing portion 34 is transparent and may be integral with frame 30 or alternatively set into the frame. Window viewing portion 34 is preferably made of a scratch resistant plastic and clear Lexan® plastic has found wide acceptance and serviceablity as a plastic of choice.
The protective device [0021] 20 also includes mounts 36 disposed on frame 30 for mounting a glare reduction device on the protective device and thereby on the camera 22. Mounts 36 are illustrated as a pair tabs 38 extending outwardly from frame 30 to which a glare reduction device is adapted to be attached as hereinafter more fully described.
Referring to FIGS. 5A through 5E there is shown a glare reduction device [0022] 40 that is adapted to fit onto the protective device 20 via a cooperable connector 42 connecting with tabs 38. Glare reduction device 40 is a bellows type glare reduction device having side walls 44 which are expandable to form a tubular shape and collapsible to flatten against the frame 30. Glare reduction device 40 may be made of any flexible material and is preferably formed from a rubberized plastic or fabric material.
Alternatively a glare reduction device [0023] 50 of a rigid construction having at least three rigid side members 52 may be adapted for use in combination with the protective device 20 and is shown in FIG. 6.
Although the invention has been described by reference to specific embodiments, it should be understood that numerous changes may be made within the spirit and scope of the inventive concepts described. Accordingly, it is intended that the invention not be limited to the described embodiments, but that it have the full scope defined by the language of the following claims. [0024]
5. The protective device of claim 4 wherein said glare reduction device is of a bellows construction allowing it to be expanded from said frame along a viewing axis for use and collapsible against said frame in a non-use position.
Digital camera has display viewing device, attachment elements for removable attachment of telescopic light shaft fully enclosing viewer display surface attached on opposing sides
The quality of LCD displays has increased considerably since the first devices using them emerged. Most digital cameras, cell phones and tablets use tough, scratch-resistant glass to help keep the display safe from harm, so you may be wondering whether there’s any reason to invest in a screen protector. However, screen protectors for digital cameras offer many benefits, depending on how you use the camera for your business"s purposes.
Protection Though most LCD screens are made of scratch-resistant glass, there is no question that a screen protector adds another layer of protection to your device. Since you use your camera’s LCD screen as one of the main methods for lining up shots and viewing the results, it is important the screen be free of debris, gashes and scratches. This is especially true of point-and-shoot digital cameras that have no viewfinder, and therefore rely entirely on the LCD screen for image composition. More protection on your digital devices is rarely a bad thing.
Privacy Special screen protectors are available that make the screen unviewable from certain angles, so that only the person holding the camera can see its images. This is handy if you want to browse your photographs via the camera without anyone nearby getting to see them, though this feature is usually more useful on things like laptops and cell phones. Still, if privacy is a concern with your camera, a screen protector can help.
Glare Glass finishes tend to reflect light, which can make setting up a photograph difficult in bright settings. An anti-glare screen protector not only keeps your LCD screen safe, but also provides you with a better view of the shot you’re attempting to compose. If you have ever attempted to take a photograph with the sun bouncing off your camera’s LCD screen, you will immediately see the value in reducing the glare.
Downsides There are some downsides associated with using a screen protector. You may not need one if your LCD glass is made of scratch-resistant materials. Some protectors, especially of the anti-glare variety, can cause distortion and pixilation in the image. Finally, thin plastic protectors are difficult to apply, and could leave little air bubbles or debris trapped against the screen. This does not harm the camera, but may hinder your ability to clearly see items on the screen.
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1. remove the coating: It is a strong film, it does not rip into pieces, you get one corner started a bit, I used a small knife, others have mentioned dental floss. then pull slowly and firmly. m1 hold the body, m2 or m3 hold the lcd against the body so it doesn"t move, pull.
the larmor kit and installation procedure is excellent: fear not, you will be able to get it on straight, no fingerprints, no air bubbles. Notice the black border, the wider right side goes on the right. I put both of mine on upside down, and just as they say, easy removal, and re-install
It comes with a cleaning wipe for the camera"s glass surface, and both sides of the new glass protector are covered with film that you remove, which is why you won"t get fingerprints on it.
This is why I recommend finding an open box m3 with scratches on the lcd, that is often what gets the price down, and you do this to it and get the factory warranty.
If you look at a TV or a Tablet, the best images, by far, are the ones that have the most glare. They need to be positioned properly. If you cannot avoid glare in it"s intended room, you get one with a layer of anti-glare coating. The images will not be as brilliant, but, with less glare, it will be MORE usable.
Cameras are the same. Sony"s THICK STRONG ANTI-GLARE PLASTIC FILM, applied to the glass lcd, is meant to reduce glare, and protect the glass. It reduces full transparency, but also reduces reflected glare.
Factory plastic film will scratch, many many micro scratches, and deeper scratches if not very careful. When the camera is on, most scratches are inconspicuous.
IF you add a layer of screen protector on top of the factory plastic anti-glare film, you are reducing transparency a bit, and the reflective quality is that of whatever you added.
Air bubbles, look nasty, but most are not visible when the camera is on. You can micro scratch the added film trying to get the air bubbles out, before you use it even once.
solves MOST situations when LCD glare is excessive. Gives steadier shooting position. Only most, due to lack of an eye-cup, and any position when you cannot use the camera in EVF position, low shot of flowers, around someone"s head in a concert, etc.
a case can be made for anti-glare coating, Sony"s factory solution. Anti-glare will be MORE usable in many situations, especially when using the "Sunny Weather" setting. Anti-glare screen protectors exist, to simply add protection to a factory lcd film, or to replace a removed factory film.
First, the M3 coating is softer than the M1 coating, it scratches more easily, and deeper than the M1 coating. Happily, that gives more Open Box scratched lcd opportunities.
EVF solves MOST glare situations, a case can be made for removing the factory coating, and adding a coating giving more transparency, (and more glare).
There is a wide black area of the lcd that is unused, if you are afraid of scratching the glass, start more aggressively with a corner on the right side.
It self adheres easily as they say, no issue with bubbles. It removes and re-installs easily, I put both of mine on with the wide black bar on the left, removed and re-installed both easily.
Every aspect of the light imaging system in Pro Display XDR is crucial to the overall quality of what you see onscreen. Each element builds on top of the last to create a display with unbelievable brightness and contrast.
Typical LCDs are edge-lit by a strip of white LEDs. The 2D backlighting system in Pro Display XDR is unlike any other. It uses a superbright array of 576 blue LEDs that allows for unmatched light control compared with white LEDs. Twelve controllers rapidly modulate each LED so that areas of the screen can be incredibly bright while other areas are incredibly dark. All of this produces an extraordinary contrast that’s the foundation for XDR.
For even greater control of light, each LED is treated with a reflective layer, a highly customized lens, and a geometrically optimized reflector that are all unique to Pro Display XDR. Through a pioneering design, light is reflected, mixed, and shaped between two layers to minimize blooming and provide uniform lighting.
Converting blue light to white is a difficult process that requires extremely precise color conversion. It’s why most display makers use white LEDs. Pro Display XDR accomplishes this conversion with an expertly designed color transformation sheet made of hundreds of layers that control the light spectrum passing through them.
Pro Display XDR extends exceptional image quality to the very edge. To ensure that LEDs along the sides of the display mix well with adjacent ones, a micro-lens array boosts light along the edges. This creates uniform color and brightness across the entire screen.
With a massive amount of processing power, the timing controller (TCON) chip utilizes an algorithm specifically created to analyze and reproduce images. It controls LEDs at over 10 times the refresh rate of the LCD itself, reducing latency and blooming. It’s capable of multiple refresh rates for amazingly smooth playback. Managing both the LED array and LCD pixels, the TCON precisely directs light and color to bring your work to life with stunning accuracy.
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Taking quality and balanced photos on a sunny day may become really tiring because of the glare that doesn"t let you see the colors on your camera LCD properly. Obviously, you can use a histogram, change your screen brightness, shoot through the viewfinder, or simply use your hand to shelter the screen.
But none of these things seems sensible enough. In case of the former your LCD screen may be simply not too powerful and make you lose time, the second option will make your pictures turn out under- or overexposed, the viewfinder is not located on the eye level, and the latter... Well, we don"t live in the Stone Age anymore. And what if you are making a video?
It seems that HoodMan company decided to take it seriously and understood the subtlest things—which often cause a lot of inconvenience—that the nowadays" photographers need.
HoodLoupe LCD glare-free loupe is a small but useful gadget that lets you avoid glare when you take photos on sunny days and get more consistent results every time.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication and this tiny device proves it. The latest HoodLoupe 3 is a universal thing that fits 3" Canon, Nikon, and Sony screens as well as any 3.2" Nikon screen. Simply put it on your camera LCD screen and look through it. You will see a magnified image which is true-to-life in colors. Moreover, this little thing is also fitted with a +/- 3 adjustable diopter. As easy as that.
HoodLoupe 3 is pretty solid and made of thick rubber that won"t scratch your LCD screen. Additionally, you can purchase a special strap that will fix the tool onto your camera, which is really convenient for those who would make videos or shoot with HoodLoupe on, not simply check whether the pictures they took are well exposed or not.
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A week ago, I co-hosted a live Zoom webinar in honor of Women’s History Month. I practiced the speaker introductions without notes but changed course at the last minute. I chose to read from the teleprompter on my computer screen—with my reading glasses.
Immediately after the show, an email arrived in my inbox from a world-class public speaker and friend with the gentle warning, “I think you should know…” Attached was a screenshot of me with a halo reflected on each lens of my glasses.
I teach business leaders how to up-level their presence and authority on Zoom, yet I was not practicing what I preach. Instead, I opted for the comfort of being able to read without squinting, even with 24-point type.
Here are some proven tips to avoid excessive glare on your glasses when on video calls. Note the word excessive: unless you wear fashion frames without lenses or work out of a video production studio, some reflection is near impossible to avoid, particularly when working remotely.
Ring lights cast shadows and require lots of fill, not to mention the reflection they cast on your glasses or any reflective surface in your shot. Dimmable LED Panel lights emit softer light that make reflections less noticeable than the telltale circle. A broad light source like a Softbox lighting kit is another affordable solution for studio quality lighting at home.
Almost all photographs are a record of reflections. A webcam is no different. The camera captures light reflecting off a surface. In photography it is called the Angle of Incidence. When you grasp and practice the general concept, you will be able to angle the light source to reduce the glare. If the light source is sunlight from a window, you may need to lower the shades or block the light with cardboard.
The computer screen is a big source of glare, particularly at night. Dim the screen or attach an anti-glare monitor filter to your display. At night, increase the level of ambient room light to offset the intensity of the glare coming from the computer screen and your video conferencing lighting.
Do not look at the light. Lower your chin slightly but still make eye-level contact with the camera. You can also lift the earpieces (the temples) a notch to increase the angle of the lenses to the light source.
Computer screens give off blue light which causes eye strain and can be damaging to your eyes in the long term. Blue light blocking lenses do the job to shield your eyes from damaging blue light rays but reflect grey or blue on video. In short, they may be good for your eyes but not good for your appearance on Zoom.
Some eyeglass manufacturers tout new non-glare technology that helps protect your eyes and keeps lenses glare-free on video calls. Anti-reflective (AR) coatings can be applied when you buy glasses or to ones you already own. But note that they are still fairly new when it comes to video conferencing. I plan to check them out and will write an update to this article.
One of the keys to looking good on a video call is to practice and test. Experiment with different light configurations. Record yourself in a variety of setups and find what works so that you can show up as your absolute best. If you are still having trouble managing your glasses on the screen, you may want to consider making the move to contacts.
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