Response to Yvon Bourque's best screen protector

[andrew_ng7]

I just uploaded some pictures of the screen protectors that I have been using.

They were purchase from http://www.daproducts.com and have been good to me on

both my k10d and SD400. I've had the one on the Canon for some time now and just

got one for the pentax a couple of months ago.

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They do not have a kit for the k10d yet but I used my trusty digital caliper to

get fairly accurate measurements. You will have to order the custom protector in

millimeters. 57mm(width) x 47mm(length)

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It costs $6 USD + $2 shipping to Canada.

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<b><I>"All Custom Cut protectors are laser cut from the same 1/16" scratch

resistant acrylic as our production models. Custom Cut protectors do not have

printed borders to hide the adhesive. The adhesive supplied is clear and will

generally blend in nicely when applied to the camera."</B></I>

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I could have ordered it a bit smaller, but I wanted the Pentax name to show

through and not be completely obstructed with the adhesive tape. I apologize for

the dust. There was a lot of static electricity between the rug and the leather

couch. That's winter for you.

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It is slightly raised as it's 1/8" thick, but it is not in the way at all. I

have had no issues with glare but there probably is a little bit. I just don't

pay much attention to it. Being that it is 1/8" thick acrylic, it gives a better

sense of security and allows you to be a little less concerned when stuffing

things into your bag on top of your camera.

[miserere_mei]

Andrew, how well does it clean? I clean my LCD often because my cheek gets smashed on it and it'll pick up some grease over time.

 

OK, that sounded gross, but I'm sure it happens to most of you :-)

[andrew_ng7]

just use a micro fiber or any little cloth that you use to clean your sunglasses. heck, I use my cotton t-shirt at times.

 

the one on my canon has been on for a few years and it has very minor surface scratches. ones that you have to tilt and get at the right angle to see them.

[pj_vesterback]

I've been using a screen protector from Expert Shield. Goes on easy, comes off easy. It's reusable and doesn't use adhesive. No bubbles. Haven't noticed any glare yet. Works great.

 

http://www.expertshield.com/pentax-k10d-screen-protector-p-605.html?osCsid=f17d0a6578b3de3319e506f1054f621a

[andrew_ng7]

Patrick, your protector does not protect against deep scratches or any impact that may occur on the LCD.

 

Although the screen protector I use uses adhesive strips you cut to fit, you are able to take the protector off. You are supplied with many extra strips.

 

Another great thing is since it does use adhesive strips, it is slightly raised and does not touch the LCD screen unless you press fairly hard to flex it.

[mountainvisions]

Just curious what you guys do to encounter deep scratches and hard enough direct impacts to require more than a clear piece of tape?

 

I put a PDA screen protector over my Suunto Vector (altimeter watch) about 3 years ago when a replacement was sent to me. Through 108,909 vertical feet gained I have yet to replace the protector. My last vector from 1999-2005 had a piece of clear packaging tape over the crystal and while the watch was beat to hell the face was clean.

 

Whats the point? I'm certain my watch sees more impact and abrasion than a camera.

 

So how are you guys abusing these cameras?

[pj_vesterback]

Andrew, you are correct but I'm not worried about deep impacts. Only scratches to the LCD. If there's some sort of impact more than likely there will be other issues besides the LCD.

[._._z]

"I wanted the Pentax name to show through and not be completely obstructed with the adhesive tape."

 

You mean your Pentax T-shirt, bag and trucker-hat weren't enough?

[._._z]

http://www.invisibleshield.com/

 

[abe_hollander]

As a PDA user for 10 years, I find that most of the surface protectors stink (those designed for iPods, Sony PSPs, and anything made by Fellowes). That said, my PDA has a touch sensitive screen, so only the protectors that apply directly to it are an option anyway, but I find it unacceptably blurry, bubbly, and fuzzy.

 

I don't use the camera in the same way (not intending to do color correction, etc.), but it's gotta do 2 things right:

 

1) apply without bubbles

2) allow the screen to be visible through polarized sunglasses

[andrewg_ny]

Where can I get a Pentax trucker hat?

[mountainvisions]

I'll take a photo of my non touch sensitive PSP protector, not made by Fellowes either.

 

Perfectly flat, no bubbles and does work with polarized lenses.

[andrew_ng7]

not a matter of what I do that causes hard impacts but more of a cheaper alternative to what Yvon posted. But, I rather protect it with a $6 piece of strong/rigid plastic than a thin flimsy screen protector that I find tends to peel off and lose it's static cling from rubbing when taken out and put in a bag. You never know. All it takes is one distraction or a slip and then have fun dealing with a cracked LCD. I have used the stick on screen protectors on my Axim x50v since the day I got it as well as on my cell phone screens. Over time they all wear out and pull off. Scratches, not the ones from a stylus, become unsightly and annoy me. I'd rather not need to replace them.

 

Where do I get my trucker hat. Never got the t-shirt and bag neither. I guess I'll have to be happy with my Crumpler Brazillion dollar home and flipside 200. Will have to be content wearing a marpat boonie or a regular ball cap.

[andrew_ng7]

.[.Z:

 

"http://www.invisibleshield.com/

 

 

and I want to spend twice as much why?

[abe_hollander]

This is actually what I have on my PDA (Palm Treo) *except* on the screen.

 

Love it for the exterior. Not on the screen. Now, I'd have to think it through for the LCD on a camera, because it's just not comparable use to a PDA touchscreen.

 

Great on an iPod!

[._._z]

Yeah, that $6 is really going to bankrupt you. But at least you get to see that logo for cheap....

[andrew_ng7]

maybe. maybe not. some people as trying to say as much as possible.

 

anyway, I just watched that video you linked and I'm positive that I don't want it on any screen. although it can withstand punctures with a pen, I don't think the screen could take that punishment. it would still crack if hit. a rigid screen protector will hold up to the same punishment and not have any impact on the screen itself. but to each his/her own.

 

again, I posted this because:

a) it works

b) it's cheaper than the one Yvon posted

[andrew_ng7]

doh! just re-read my post.

 

should say:

 

maybe. maybe not, some people are trying to save as much as possible.

[guy_gervais]

.[.Z : I ordered one from invisibleshield.com

11.95 + FREE shipping! Looks good to me. Thanks!

[._._z]

Best of luck. They work well on iPods and car bumpers too!