You may find that the best, least dusty place to do this might even be in a bathroom with the doors and windows closed. A little more time at this point in the process makes it easy to get the installation perfect. We dried the lcd with a soft towel, and then did a final cleaning with the microfibre cloth that is supplied with every Expert Shield package.Īfter this cleaning, we used a hand blower to make sure there were no dust or debris spots left on the screen, and used some bright light to inspect the screen. I sometimes get sunscreen on my rear lcd, and every bit of oil needs to be removed. We started by washing hands as well as cleaning the camera screens, rear and top, with a soft cloth dampened with warm water and a mild detergent to remove any oils, or greasy spots.
I got together with shooting buddy Chris Frylink to photograph him carrying out a clean fitting of the Expert Shield on a Canon 5Dmk3 as the best way of showing what the protector is about. A dust-free room is essential, and one with lots of light. When mounting Expert Shield protectors, just like with any others, you will get the best results if you take a little care when it comes to preparing properly. The 5Dmk3 Expert Shield kit included one protective film for the main rear LCD, and then another for this camera’s top screen. The kit for the Canon 1DX includes protective film for both the small rear LCD screen which sits below the main screen, and a film for the top screen. Expert Shields cover more than just the rear LCD screen though. The protective film is exactly the right size for the screen. Applying the Expert Shield is about as simple as it can get, as there is no cutting, and no modifying needed. The Expert Shield protector is different, and each screen protector is cut exactly for a specific camera model. There are also pre-cut screen protectors available made from very thin glass, which sounds good but I have seen several of them shatter at the slightest bump. I also don’t always get the edges straight. Quite aside from being very time-consuming, I usually find that the glue right along where I have cut loses grip, and I end up with a peeling edge. Some of these come in a generic oversize form, and need to be measured and cut by the user. I also manage my cameras within the confines of a vehicle, and it is all too easy to scratch, scuff or even worse, break a rear screen whilst shooting in these conditions.īefore I started using Expert Shield screen protectors, I made use of many other brands. I shoot outdoors all the time, often in dusty environments.
I find the increased clarity and durability that has come with these new screens most welcome, but I still like having a screen protector in place. Canon’s screens have also gotten tougher over time, and the latest versions are made of scratch-resistant glass.
Over the years, rear LCD screens have gotten bigger, growing incrementally to their current size, which is approximately 3.2 inches on the Canon 5Dmk3 and 1DX. The main role of a screen protector is to provide a layer of protection for the rear LCD screen on the back of a dslr. Screen protectors are one of my own preferred accessories, and I always like to have them on my own cameras.