unreliable LCD screen: Except for composition, I cannot rely on my LCD screen for focus and grain, and even blurriness. I understand that it's small, but I find it very frustrating to...

ediesaul

Except for composition, I cannot rely on my LCD screen for focus and grain, and even blurriness.
I understand that it's small, but I find it very frustrating to view my downloaded images and discover that what I had thought was a beautiful photo is, in fact, a disappointment.

Any suggestions would be most appreciated.

HAPPY NEW YEAR, ALL!

PixelStan77 Loc: Vermont/Chicago

ediesaul wrote:

Except for composition, I cannot rely on my LCD screen for focus and grain, and even blurriness.
I understand that it's small, but I find it very frustrating to view my downloaded images and discover that what I had thought was a beautiful photo is, in fact, a disappointment.

Any suggestions would be most appreciated.

HAPPY NEW YEAR, ALL!

Happy New Year. Consider Tether your camera to a laptop.

cytafex Loc: Clarksburg MA

ediesaul wrote:

Except for composition, I cannot rely on my LCD screen for focus and grain, and even blurriness.
I understand that it's small, but I find it very frustrating to view my downloaded images and discover that what I had thought was a beautiful photo is, in fact, a disappointment.

Any suggestions would be most appreciated.

HAPPY NEW YEAR, ALL!

Do you zoom in to see enlarged image?

ediesaul

I've discovered that I can do that.
Unfortunately, the photographic opportunity will have passed by the time I have a chance. :(
Thanks for replying.

ediesaul

I am not a professional. I take photos of the kids at school and when I go on vacation. My first reaction to the suggestion is that it is not practicable. But thanks for replying.

blackest Loc: Ireland

ediesaul wrote:

I've discovered that I can do that.
Unfortunately, the photographic opportunity will have passed by the time I have a chance. :(

For me the problem is not the lcd screen but me, wearing my reading glasses i can see what's in focus. I use a cord to keep them to hand.

ediesaul

blackest wrote:

For me the problem is not the lcd screen but me, wearing my reading glasses i can see what's in focus. I use a cord to keep them to hand.

Perhaps it is my vision. My ophthalmologist says that gabapentin blurs vision, so I've been reducing it slowly until I'm no longer on it.

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

ediesaul wrote:

I've discovered that I can do that.
Unfortunately, the photographic opportunity will have passed by the time I have a chance. :(
Thanks for replying.

I agree, you shouldn't be chimping when you should be shooting. But do get in the habit of checking an image at 100% zoom in the back camera display to assure your settings are working. Also, step back and consider if there's something else you're doing wrong? The AF and IS / VR on today's lenses should get you sharp results in most general purpose situations. But, they won't stop motion if your're shooting too slow on the shutter. And, they won't refocus if you're set in single-shot where a moving situation should be using continuous AF. Is there a more fundamental issue to review?

Brokenland

Right there with you dear. Everyone who thinks they know my issues always tell me to use a range finder camera. But I wanted to test the small screen first. Although My eyes have grown worse, I will need new glasses. But until that time, I've been able to tether a samsung tablet to the camera for larger viewing on extreme detailed shots. This may be an alternative for you. For the time being, I've asked the wife to hold the tablet. Later on, I'm planing a tripod setup with a cage for the camera. The cage will allow for multiple mounting locations for the tablet.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Edie, I don't think grain (digital noise) is easily seen by anyone on a 3" or smaller screen. The best way to avoid that is to not use high ISO. However, if you are possibly causing blur by camera movement, you may need to sacrifice noise for clarity. I routinely set my shutter speed to 1/500 sec or faster now due to being wobbly. Regarding focus, have you tried different focusing modes? These recent postings appear to be quite well focused and clear:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-562253-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-558505-1.html

If you just recently noticed these issues, you may have developed a habit of clicking before the camera has fully focused and/or moving the camera. Be sure you aren't "mashing" the button, hold your breath and stand with legs a bit apart, plus arms tight to your body.

ediesaul

Thanks so much for your reply. All good.

ediesaul

Wow! You're very determined! Thanks so much for your reply.

ediesaul

Thanks so much for your reply.

jaymatt Loc: Alexandria, Indiana

Basically speaking, I can do not much of anything with the LCD screen. I always use the viewfinder. That’s why my iPhone photos are always so bad, and I have no interest in buying any camera that does not have a viewfinder.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

You have some choices. I tried something like this after seeing a pro shoot an event using one. I didn't like it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4wAW7XSnqg
https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Foldable-Viewfinder-Magnification-Panasonic/dp/B004TDXMHM
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/LCD-Hoods-Shades/ci/4968/N/3777857691