Glasses with flip up lens
Jan 16, 2013 06:59:35 #
Need glasses to view the LCD screen on my camera but I don't like to use them to look thru the viewfinder. Can I purchase non perscription magnifiers with flip up lens??
Jan 16, 2013 07:20:29 #
cane913 wrote:
Need glasses to view the LCD screen on my camera but I don't like to use them to look thru the viewfinder. Can I purchase non perscription magnifiers with flip up lens??
There is a loupe for the screen. (Hoodloupe)
http://www.hoodmanusa.com
Jan 16, 2013 07:55:02 #
you could try searching for magnifying make up glasses, they sound like the sort of thing you are looking for http://www.amazon.co.uk/ClearVision-Magnifier-Glasses-Spectacles-Applying/dp/B003FEKR42/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1358340731&sr=8-1
Jan 16, 2013 08:00:10 #
cane913 wrote:
Need glasses to view the LCD screen on my camera but I don't like to use them to look thru the viewfinder. Can I purchase non perscription magnifiers with flip up lens??
All the flip ups I have seen require a pair of spectacles to clip onto.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0027J1A6U/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
I bought these, but I cannot find any with a built in frame. My dentist uses one but I think it cost a bomb.
Jan 16, 2013 09:02:58 #
I wear contacts, but I don't need them all the time, so I got flip-ups.
Jan 16, 2013 09:04:14 #
cane913 wrote:
Need glasses to view the LCD screen on my camera but I don't like to use them to look thru the viewfinder. Can I purchase non perscription magnifiers with flip up lens??
I use flip-up magnifiers for my embroidery work.
But if I'd flip them out of the way for looking through the viewfinder, they'd actually be IN the way.
It will take a bit of getting used to, but I believe your best bet is to learn to look through the viewfinder WITH your glasses.
EstherP
Jan 16, 2013 13:17:15 #
EstherP wrote:
I use flip-up magnifiers for my embroidery work.
But if I'd flip them out of the way for looking through the viewfinder, they'd actually be IN the way.
It will take a bit of getting used to, but I believe your best bet is to learn to look through the viewfinder WITH your glasses.
EstherP
cane913 wrote:
Need glasses to view the LCD screen on my camera but I don't like to use them to look thru the viewfinder. Can I purchase non perscription magnifiers with flip up lens??
I use flip-up magnifiers for my embroidery work.
But if I'd flip them out of the way for looking through the viewfinder, they'd actually be IN the way.
It will take a bit of getting used to, but I believe your best bet is to learn to look through the viewfinder WITH your glasses.
EstherP
Esther, for what it is worth I agree with you- any other solution is cause for another problem.
Jan 16, 2013 13:31:40 #
[quote=EstherP]
That was my first thought. A cord to hang the glasses around your neck might be the answer.
cane913 wrote:
I use flip-up magnifiers for my embroidery work.
But if I'd flip them out of the way for looking through the viewfinder, they'd actually be IN the way.
EstherP
I use flip-up magnifiers for my embroidery work.
But if I'd flip them out of the way for looking through the viewfinder, they'd actually be IN the way.
EstherP
That was my first thought. A cord to hang the glasses around your neck might be the answer.
Jan 16, 2013 22:16:57 #
Might check out these options:
http://protog.com.au/hoodman-photoframes-prescription-glasses-for-photographers-p-522.html
http://www.petapixel.com/2010/02/24/pma2010glasses-for-photographers/
http://www.hoodmanusa.com/products.asp?dept=1017
http://protog.com.au/hoodman-photoframes-prescription-glasses-for-photographers-p-522.html
http://www.petapixel.com/2010/02/24/pma2010glasses-for-photographers/
http://www.hoodmanusa.com/products.asp?dept=1017
Jan 17, 2013 00:26:21 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
I wear contacts, but I don't need them all the time, so I got flip-ups.
Do you put a filter on your contacts to protect the lens or do you use some kind of a hood?
If a filter, is it clear, UV, 81A or what. Perhaps a CPL or maybe a ND or GND with either a hard or soft edge. Is it Sing Ray, Hightech, Cokin, Hoya, or Maurami? For sunrise and sunset, do you use a RGND?
Do they have an American warranty or are they gray market. Can we get them at B and H or do we have to pay tax and go to Adorama. Do you suggest we stay away from ebay?
Perhaps you can suggest a website for a good review!
Jan 17, 2013 07:10:34 #
cane913 wrote:
Need glasses to view the LCD screen on my camera but I don't like to use them to look thru the viewfinder. Can I purchase non perscription magnifiers with flip up lens??
Am I oversimplifying this?
Can't you adjust the viewfinder? Most viewfinders on DSLRs have about +/- 1½ Diopter adjustment.
Jan 17, 2013 07:16:49 #
I use my glasses thru the viewfinder and have no problem other than sun light from the side. Have a hat with a floppy brim and just pull that down, problem eliminated
Jan 17, 2013 07:48:00 #
I believe Hoodman makes glasses with individual flip-up lenses. Check out www.hoodmanusa.com. they are called Hoodman Photoframes
Jan 17, 2013 10:37:12 #
Jan 17, 2013 11:35:31 #
cane913 wrote:
Need glasses to view the LCD screen on my camera but I don't like to use them to look thru the viewfinder. Can I purchase non perscription magnifiers with flip up lens??
I use these when doing delicate work such as fly tying. Not expensive but they work well for what I use them for.
http://www.harborfreight.com/head-strap-magnifier-with-work-light-95890.html
Never thought to use them to view an LCD because Canon can magnify the focus point 5 or 10 times but they might work well for doing that. If you try it let us know how they work.
Jim D
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