BM-4 LCD Cover

[kipper]

Does anybody use PDA protectors on this? I've protected my LCD screen but this cover has quite a clear appearance and wondered if it's worth doing. Not sure how much Nikon charge to replace the cover.

[Killakoala]

I imagine Nikon would charge an arm and a leg to replace it.

[Matt. K]

I put PDA covers on both screens of my D70 as soon as I got it. They were put on in January and I have yet to change them...but they are badly scratched and marked. I would encourage everybody to do the same because it will keep your camera in good condition and help maintain its resale value.

[kipper]

Yeah I've screened both LCDs but I'm talking about the clear/whitish BM-4 clip on LCD protector that you get with the D70.

[Raydar]

I haven’t tried this but I was thinking for small scratches on a LCD screens you mite try & polish them out with one of those DVD polishing kits that are available now

My LCD screens are still scratch free so far

You never know it mite work???

Cheers
Ray

[kipper]

Try it on a clear plastic LCD screen of something you don't care about first though

[Raydar]

Try it on a clear plastic LCD screen of something you don't care about first though

Yeah a Definite must there Kipper

Cheers
Ray

[sirhc55]

Received my Belkin screen covers this morning and thought bugger how to I cut it to size?

What I did was to place the D70 on my flat bed scanner and scan the back of the camera. In PS I deep etched out the LCD screen area and printed it out. Instead of cutting out the template I placed the whole thing over the Belkin and then used sellotape to hold it in position. Then I cut it out and et voila a clear pda screen for the D70.

This is better for me as the Canon Angle Finder caught on the top of the supplied plastic screen protector.

I would recommend doing this to every D70 owner.

Chris

[skippy]

I would recommend doing this to every D70 owner.

Chris

You want to put a screen protector on everyone? That's gotta hurt coming off!

Good idea though, thanks. I just had the cover on it, but tonight will add the protectors to both LCDs.

[sirhc55]

You got that right - wrapped in plastic

Chris

[Matt. K]

Do you guys think I would be going too far if I put screen protectors over my lenses?


Oh please!

[gstark]

Matt,

Do you guys think I would be going too far if I put screen protectors over my lenses?

It would be damn site better than that old condom you've been using for the last year.

[sirhc55]

Oh please!!!! Not used condoms on this forum?

Chris

[gstark]

Chris,

Did I say "used" ??

[Raydar]

We all know what to buy Matt K for Xmas

Cheers
Ray

[Matt. K]

Condom not practical. Lose 1 and 1/2 stops.

[Glen]

Matt, ultrathins are only one stop, ones with bumps all over them double as an expodisc, red for B&W, and black just to impress people

[bago100]

The silly season is well and truely upon us!

[Raydar]

The silly season is well and truely upon us!

You got that right mate
some people just have to much time on there hands!!!!

Cheers
Ray

[skippy]

some people just have to much time on there hands!!!!

Cheers
Ray

Says the man of a thousand posts! Go and take some photos!

[Matt. K]

Gee....Guys! The repartee is.....amazing? I met a young stud of a Turkish immigrant once who told me he would never do it without wearing a "condor"? I'd keep my D70 in the bag if I saw that sight.

[Greg B]

Is there some potential for an amusing juxtaposition of the condom over the lens talk with "Challenge 3 - A different perspective" ?

[sirhc55]

Is there some potential for an amusing juxtaposition of the condom over the lens talk with "Challenge 3 - A different perspective" ?

It could be called “what the condom sees” - just fit one over the lens and off you go. Would have to be on the watch out for perverts!!

Chris

[Raydar]

some people just have to much time on there hands!!!!

Cheers
Ray

Says the man of a thousand posts! Go and take some photos!

Got me!!!!!!!!!!

I'll be doing that tomorrow "I hope"

Cheers
Ray

[sirhc55]

I don’t know if this has been posted but this is an American company that makes covers specifically for the D70 and SB800/600:

http://www.purplemoo.com/pc_viewItem.asp?idProduct=437

Chris

[PlatinumWeaver]

We should organise a bulk order...

[fozzie]

I would be an interested party, if someone is going to order.

Cheers,

[Glen]

Now sirhc55, I thought you were posting a link to condoms (or better still condors) for my camera, just for rainy days of course, I am not trying to mate my camera

[birddog114]

I would be an interested party, if someone is going to order.

Cheers,

Hi,
I think this is a similar product of screen protector for PDA.
You can call in one of your local Officework or HN store and buy a pack of PDA screen protector, bring home and DIY.
They have few variation products for difference sizes and cost from AU$8.00 - AU$15.00 per pack of 5 or 6 or 12 sheets.

[Raydar]

I found a thin piece of plastic & made up a template of the rear screen.
Now when replacing the PDA cover I just cut around that & it fits perfect.

Cheers
Ray

[skippy]

Sounds like an item to bring to a meet!

[dperrett]

does anyone have the template of the rear screen they can post? I don't have means to scan or photograph it (unless i use a few mirrors i guess).

I bought the PDA screen covers from Officeworks but then spent ages cutting out a shape that kind of resembles the shape of the rear screen. It may not look pretty but it does the job.

[Glen]

dperret, the guy who did, sirhc55, just left for Port Macquarrie (from Syd) an hour ago, so I would say no for a week.

[Raydar]

I'll try & get one togeather but it won't be for a few day's

Cheers
Ray

[dperrett]

ray, glen,

thanks for the replies. I am in no hurry. i was just thinking ahead for next time i need to cut one up.

dave.