dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

LED Screen In Sunshine Problem: Solution

The screen on my Sony HX-50 was useless in the sun and the camera has no eye-view … an aggravation and common to P&S, 24-7, super zoom, small cameras.

There is a long type of unit that attaches but it is 4” and so impractical to pocket contained unit. This Loupe along with my 37mm filters that fit on my camera magnetic DIY adapter all would fit into a small belt pack. Another belt (not belly) pack contains my cards/money, camera, and phone. I am camera equipped like a person with Viagra, for photography as the ad says “when the moment arises”.. or is that Cialis? Anyway, the camera and accessories is there when a photo moment arises… My DSLR is home in a heavy backpack on the shelf, too far away to catch the moment.

Note that the full view has a disk with green alignment stripes in front of the camera. That disk cap is off of binoculars .. I think. The purpose is to protect the delicate shutter like leaf lens protecting closure used on many small cameras. This and the sun shield closed bullet proof the camera in pack or pocket.

While the sun-shield helps there is still too much light on the screen. The screen and Loupe allows putting your face close to the screen and your head blocks that bothersome light.

For me the screen image using the 5x is clear and crisp, you may not need 5x depending on your eyes... I am very far sighted.. very. I may add black felt to the shield if back light reflection is a problem. Quickly tested yesterday. Today is a day to use my camera rain shield... Florida drizzle.

Suggestions and feed back welcome... if you find a problem supply a solution. If you have a question ask it.
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ITEMS NEED FOR SOLUTION TO SUN PROBLEM
B&H # DEDU30MBLK MFR # DU3.0-M BLK $9
Delkin e-Film sun shield

5X Clip-On Eyeglass Magnifier Loupe Optical Tool #MI131 EBay $5

SUN SHIELD


SUN SHIELD WITH 5X LOUPE


COMBO ON CAMERA

rook2c4 Loc: Philadelphia, PA USA

I think the eye magnifyer loupe is a good idea, especially for people who otherwise would need to put on reading glasses to see the screen close up. I actually keep a loupe in my camera bag or coat pocket for just that very purpose.

And the disk cap is a good idea too, depending on the camera.

But what the sun shield does you can easily do with the palm of your hand, particularly with smaller cameras. I've been using my hand to shield sunlight from the camera screen ever since my first digital camera, and it usually works quite well. Plus, the hand is so much more convenient than fumbling around with an additional gadget.

CHOLLY Loc: THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE!

You sir, are a master tinkerer. :thumbup:

g8rfan1942 Loc: Ormond Beach Fl

I use a Hoodman Hoodloupe and it is wonderful since I am also farsighted and the device has adjustable diopter settings. I'm sending the link to it on the B&H website so you can check it out. I think it would take up less room in your kit and has a nice cord attached so it hangs around your neck to stay handy. Here's the link http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?N=11085425&InitialSearch=yes&sts=pi

rook2c4 Loc: Philadelphia, PA USA

It's certainly nice, but a little too pricey for what it is. You can easily construct your own with a $5 eye loupe (from eBay) and some basic materials.

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

The sunshield actually protects the screen a secondary virtue. The sunshield is spring loaded and opens automatically once you pull on it with a finger nail. Folds quickly and stays on camera. Yes, I could take off my glasses put a loupe in my eye and see shielding with my hand.. but left hand also steadies the camera. But, Rook, we all have different strokes ... what works for you is best for you.

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

Thanks... I am single and proud to say that in this small condo... well, yep, there is a work bench with drill press in the living room... a guy thing...

Regarding the Hoodman extended unit.. indeed price is hi. There are knock-off units that are about $10. Mine is ok, but had to cut out a circle from my old plastic eyeglasses or go to el-cheapO store and buy reading glasses to augment the unit. The extra lens is added with silicone.
search Ebay:
2.8x LCD Viewfinder Extender Loupes w/Screen Mount F Sony NEX-3 NEX-5
I did a little manipulation to get one for Nikon to fit my Sony HX50.. love my drill press

CHOLLY Loc: THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE!

You approach most issues like a scientist or engineer... a VERY good trait in my opinion. This is pretty creative, economical, and most importantly, effective. :thumbup:

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

Thank you Cholly. Yes, I worked many years in process/product development, Lab management, and environmental consulting.... well educated at University of Michigan. BUT... truth is my father was my educator... born in Arkansas in 1903 he grew up when people pounded metal and created what was needed. I was born in 1936.

During WW2 you could not buy things we had scrap things in the garage, my dad would heat some metal in a wood fire and pound the hell out of it and we had what was needed to fix the whatever. My dad was responsible for my success in life.

Often my solutions to industrial problems were audacious, but the worked. I used things that were low cost especially from automotive parts... example low cost to cool equipment with a radiator and water pump from Pepboys Auto.

CHOLLY Loc: THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE!

VERY cool. :thumbup:

BTW, it was my maternal grandfather who was the practical genius in our family.

Guy never had more than a 2nd grade education but did more in his life than almost anyone else I know. That included success at farming and opening an Ice House in my home town that stayed open well into the 1940's.

Thanks for sharing sir!

jesse1dog Loc: Afon Fathew

I use a 'Clear Viewer'
www.clearviewer.com.
I tried the Delkin sun-shield and discarded it within a day.

Gary Robertshaw will make the 'Clear Viewer' for any camera.
Once you have one, an alternative bracket can be supplied for any upgrade camera you happen to get. At that stage you do need glasses or good eyesight plus an appropriate screwdriver to dissemble and reassemble, and beware the tiny rubber washers. Your first 'Clear Viewer' is supplied fully assembled and ready to fit.
The great thing for me is that the thing works and has done for the last three years.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Clever.

singleviking Loc: Lake Sebu Eco Park, Philippines

Don,
You are the "King of Kluge". "King of the DiY HACK". Maybe the "Rube Goldberg of UHH" is more appropriate. Hey...if "It solves a problem with the least expensive solution" award were ever handed out on UHH, you'd be my nominee, hands down.
Really...a drill press adorns your living room? LOL.

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

Yes, the Delkin alone has the problem of too much light still on screen. Unless you have your head close using the lens as I propose... screen is usless. Hence, my mod.

To simulate the "Clear View" I tried the lens with out the Delkin. Depending on the angle it works fine like the "clear view." The caveat is that light coming in from the side and top illuminates the screen causing reflections. These reflections are not as bad as with out the lens that allows the person's head being close, thereby shading the screen.

Based on your suggestion Jesse1dog, I will play with the loupe and cut it to just the lens with plastic ring. That can be by some R-Goldberg hinged to simply flip down and always be folded up against the Delkin when not used.

Thank you Jesse, that is the stimulus and build on suggestions that UHH is meant to have. Kudos !

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singleviking I am honored by your comments on my inventiveness.
For the "yungins" not knowing about Rube,,, read and smile:
Reuben Garrett Lucius "Rube" Goldberg was an American cartoonist, sculptor, author, engineer, and inventor.
https://www.rubegoldberg.com/gallery/

Stage Light Loc: Northeast

Could try the old Ansel Adams' way