camera for visually impaired
Mar 11, 2014 16:59:36 #
Hood man and others make a magnifying loops that attaches to the LCD. You could use live view on an SLR or just switch to the LCD on many cameras. You would be able to vary the position of and angle your eye which may help. Using either eye wouldnt appear to be much of a problem with the loop. The focus is variable and that could be of help. I am already at the limit of the focus the adjustment on my Canon SLR.
You would also be able to vary the brightness of the LCD which could also be of help.
The term loop is not very descriptive. It is more of a funnel that attaches to the LCD with a focusing magnifying lens at the top. There are more sophisticated products than the Hood Man. They are popular with video shooters. They could be worth the added expense.
I think it would be worthwhile to let us know how you are dealing with your limitations. You are not alone.
I am in need of Cataract surgery and am having a difficult time finding where to go in the NH MA area.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=899483&Q=&is=REG&A=details
You would also be able to vary the brightness of the LCD which could also be of help.
The term loop is not very descriptive. It is more of a funnel that attaches to the LCD with a focusing magnifying lens at the top. There are more sophisticated products than the Hood Man. They are popular with video shooters. They could be worth the added expense.
I think it would be worthwhile to let us know how you are dealing with your limitations. You are not alone.
I am in need of Cataract surgery and am having a difficult time finding where to go in the NH MA area.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=899483&Q=&is=REG&A=details
Mar 11, 2014 18:10:54 #
rfmaude41
Loc: Lancaster, Texas (DFW area)
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Mar 12, 2014 08:51:25 #
Bugfan
Loc: Toronto, Canada
Have you tried a Hoodman?
http://www.hoodmanusa.com/products.asp?dept=1017
I've owned two of these for years. They work perfectly when you're trying to view the LCD at high noon. You can also adjust the focus to your eye so that whatever appears on the LCD is sharp.
The only problem I have with it is that it can take two hands. But with some practice I've managed to hold it on with one hand sometimes.
If you explore the above web site, there is another model for people who shoot video, that one holds the viewer on the LCD so you don't have to hold it yourself, that could also be a potential solution.
I hope this helps a little. Good Luck!
http://www.hoodmanusa.com/products.asp?dept=1017
I've owned two of these for years. They work perfectly when you're trying to view the LCD at high noon. You can also adjust the focus to your eye so that whatever appears on the LCD is sharp.
The only problem I have with it is that it can take two hands. But with some practice I've managed to hold it on with one hand sometimes.
If you explore the above web site, there is another model for people who shoot video, that one holds the viewer on the LCD so you don't have to hold it yourself, that could also be a potential solution.
I hope this helps a little. Good Luck!
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Mar 12, 2014 10:48:48 #
thank you so much. Scary but necessary info. I have local docs to help, but so mcy of the year we are moving from place to place by boat, so i take some chances on finding qualified help in a hurry.
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