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The V4 LCD Visor & Lens
with new easy mount strap-on

Allows you to change menu options or compose your photo in the brightest of lighting situations. (Made in USA)

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New V4F Visor with Strap-on Feature! V4f visor with new strap-on feature
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Photodon V4F LCD monitor hood was mentioned, along with a photo, in the Outdoor Photographer Oct. 2004 Page 91 in the article, "What a View", which started on page 88.

Photodon Camera LCD Hoods / Visors

Photodon offers 3 & 4 sided visor / sunshade hoods for digital camera LCD preview screens.

The V4 visor both magnifies and shades the digital camera LCD.
  • With the new Strap-on feature, it is no longer necessary to place Velcro on your camera.
  • The new double corded, strap-on feature is quick and easy to use.
  • The top mounted hook fastener of the attachment cord allows convenient, quick mounting or removal of the visor.
  • The thin cords do not obstruct the use of buttons, knobs or LCD's.
  • With proper attachment cord adjustment, the double cord feature secures the V4 visor with no movement, as compared to other type strap-on's.
  • Velcro attachment option is available at checkout.
  • The cord length is adjustable to fit your camera.
  • The large 50mm 3x lens allows easy viewing of your LCD image and is easily removed. This allows you the use of the visor with or without the lens, allowing flexibility for any lighting situation.
  • The camera end of the visor is fitted with soft / fuzzy Velcro loop which helps provide a good light seal and to eliminate the possibility of damage to your LCD screen.
  • Also provided with each V4 visor:
    A screen protection film for your LCD, one LCD / lens microfiber cloth and instructions.
See photos and additional details below.

Hi Don,
After using your new v4ss visor for the past several days, all I can say is WOW ! It is truly an improvement over the previous model I have. It is, as before, a perfect fit on my Sony DSC-F828 camera. With only a slight adjustment to the new adjustable elastic cord, there is absolutely no visor movement whatsoever -it's rock solid - and my lcd was 100 % glare free. I have used it both with the lens and without the lens, and the visor has not budged. The simulated black leather like finish looks great .This visor , with the pouch , lens cloth & lcd screen film is , as far as I'm concerned , the " total package" . Great job ! Thanks again -- Gerry Weintraub www.moodphotos.com


More customer comments. - - - - - - - - - Ordering Chart Below!


Hi there,
Just a footnote for you that since buying the (1.8" V4SL - Solid Hood with Lens #046) from you, I can't use my camera without it any more. There was so much information on the Coolpix 4500 screen (110,000 pixels) that I couldn't see until I used your amazing device. I just love showing and telling other foto-heads to whom I just say, "Visit photodon.com and get one, they're even very low cost." Never have I gotten more bang for the buck than with your neat little invention.
Many thanks, and we may just need another one soon. -- J.P.



V4F Visor Details:

V4F visor has several advantages over our other three sided visors. Four sides simply block more light from reflecting off the screen. On the fifth side, the lens frame blocks light, and the action of looking though the Easy View lens both magnifies and blocks light from the viewer's angle. This allows you to quickly view and compose your shots in the harshest lighting conditions.
V4f visor with new strap-on feature
#040 Strap-on V4F
V4SL on camera
#046 Visor on Nikon CoolPix
The easy view lens does not cause pixilation of the LCD image. Also there is no possibility of damage to your LCD in direct sunlight as the lens does not concentrate incoming light onto the LCD screen at this distance.

On the model #040 the lens attachment, elastic cord, allows the lens to sit on top of the visor, when desired. This allows you to use the V4F visor without the lens. Simply pull the lens away from the body and place on top (see photo).
V4F thru lens view
Thru the Lens 3x view
V4F with lens on top
Use of Visor w/lens on top
    The V4 package includes:
  • One V4F visor
  • One transparent LCD film to help protect your LCD screen
  • Easy to follow instructions
  • A pouch for storage and transport
  • A Photodon lens and LCD microfiber cloth
V4 sunshade mounted from top
Top view of sunshade visor mounted.
Front view of camera with visor
V4F flattened
#040 - 1.5 to 1.8" Visor collapsed for storage.
Patent pending - Photodon
If desired, the V4 #040 visor collapses into a flattened state for placing in your pocket or camera bag. A pouch is included for storage.

Notes:

  • In most cases, the 1.8 size can be used with good success on most 1.6 and 1.5 inch LCD camera screens.

  • LCD sizes are measured diagonally, as are TV screens.

  • LCD size chart

  • In the brightest of lighting conditions, you need to hold the viewer closer to the eye than at other times.

  • The magnifier lens allows most people to view the image without glasses. In fact, it is an improved image without another reflective surface.

  • There is no possibility of damage to your LCD from direct sunlight as the lens does not concentrate incoming light onto the LCD screen at this distance.

  • The visor body is made of high density fiberboard with an exterior plastic finish of simulated black leather. Interior is flat black. All edges are treated for extra durability.

  • Optional Velcro attachment gives you the option of using the visor with or without the strap-on. The exclusive Photodon opaque LCD cover is a part of the Velcro attachment kit. This option is available at checkout when purchasing any V4 digital camera hood / visor.


  • Contact us for quantity discounts or other sizes: for availabilities.

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V4 Specifications:

Lens:
Body Dim:
Attach:
Camera Footprint:
Attachment Edge Width:
Weight #40
Weight #45
Weight #46
- 50mm 3x glass
- 3.25-L x 2.5-W x 2.75-H
- 1/16 inch elastic cord
- 1.75 x 1.375 (44.4 x 34.9mm)
- 3/16 or .188 (4.8mm)
- 1.9 oz
- 1 oz
- 2.1 oz, 1 oz (no lens)




Don-
Thanks so much for getting everything out so quickly - the hoods arrived by noon, and we had them installed in the next hour. 24-hours from order to installation is pretty good! Thanks for your help. Rachel


Order and Size Chart for Digital Camera LCD Screen Hoods

Clicking the "Buy it Now!" words takes you to the Photodon Shopping Cart.
V4 visors, currently available for 1.8 - 2.0 LCDS.
V3 visors available for 1.8 - 2.5 LCDS.
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Item #
Available Sizes
Diagonal LCD Measurement
Item #


Price
Top Width
(inches / mm)
Side Length
(inches / mm)
Depth Front to Back
(inches / mm)

#010
1.5 - 1.8" Three Sided

# 010
Buy it Now!
$11.00
1.75 / 45 1.3 / 34 2.2 / 55

# 020
2.0" Three Sided

# 020
Buy it Now!
$11.00
2.0 / 50 1.5 / 38 2.0 / 50

# 030
2.5" Three Sided

# 030
Buy it Now!
$15.00
2.35 / 60 1.6 / 40 2.35 / 60
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Item #
Available Sizes
Diagonal LCD Measurement
Item #


Price
Top Width
(inches / mm)
Side Length
(inches / mm)
Depth Front to Back
(inches / mm)

# 040
1.5 - 1.8" V4FL
Four Sided


Foldable w/3x lens
# 040
Buy it Now!
$22.95


1.75 / 45
1.38 / 35 3.25 / 82.5

Overall Outside Dim
3.25-L x 2.5-W x 2.25-H

# 045
1.5 - 1.8" V4S

Solid No Lens
# 045
Buy it Now!
$18.95
1.75 / 45 1.38 / 35 3.0 / 76

Overall Outside Dim
3.25-L x 2.5-W x 2.25-H

# 046
1.5 - 1.8" V4SL

Solid With Lens
# 046
Buy it Now!
$22.95


1.75 / 45
1.38 / 35 3.25 / 82.5

Overall Outside Dim
3.0-L x 2.5-W x 2.25-H

# 047

2.0" V4S
& LCD Cover

Solid No Lens

# 047
Buy it Now!
$18.95
1.87 / 47.5 1.5 / 38 2.25 / 57

Overall Dim
2.25-L x 2.5-W x 2.25-H


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I just received the LCD Visor V4SL. Installation was a cinch on my Olympus C5050 Digital Camera. I am quite pleased with the simple design and yet sturdy quality of this hood. And the 3x lens is something else! The included LCD cover is a definite plus, not only when storing the camera away but also when choosing to use the optical viewfinder --- especially since on the Olympus C5050, the optical viewfinder is right over the LCD monitor. No more placing my cheek or nose on the LCD monitor: the LCD cover protects it. Thanks Don!!! Jimmy - NY


Customer Comments


Don,
Attached is a shot of the V4F in use on my Olympus C-5050.
Outdoor insect macros were a royal pain until I started using the V4F. A great accessory!
Regards, Phil
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Hi Don ,

The V4SL hood is without a doubt the best product of it's type I've ever used, and I've used several. It's a perfect fit on my Sony DSC-F828 and makes it that much easier to use. The new solid construction eliminates all glare and gives it a very sturdy feel. I could not compose and take gallery quality pictures without it . Since all my work is in the bright Southern California sun.... this hood is an absolute necessity for me! The new removable 3x view lens is a great idea ...eliminates the need for my reading glasses for certain work. The pouch, lcd microfiber cloth and lcd cover are great extras. Every product should have these two qualities, as yours does...it works great and looks great - end of story! " gerry weintraub www.moodphotos.com

Feel free to quote me anywhere...

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Don,
...... It worked great and even the AD on a commercial job today was impressed with it. It really makes it much easier to see what's in your images on those tiny monitors. Thank you so much. I'll tell my friends about it. Feel free to quote me.
Joe from CA

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... I bought the Xtend-a-View - which I still have. It seems like a good piece of gear but has two drawbacks (compared to yours):

1) It's twice as heavy as yours (machined aluminum) and the extra weight actually moves the LCD screen out of position on my Olympus C-5050, say when you swivel it up and want to look down on it. Yours doesn't do that.

2) The lens on the Xtend-a-view is permanently mounted and the magnification is quite strong, so in order to use it, you've got to have it up to your eye like the optical viewfinder, thereby negating one of the advantages of the LCD, e.g., to be able to view it from a foot or two away. With yours, the lens is larger so I can see the LCD from about a foot away with the lens on and, of course, the lens can be removed and the device can be used as a simple lens hood.

Overall I really like your product design, and I'll be using yours over the Xtend-a-View. The removable lens is a good idea and the ability to fold flat for storage is also nice. The included LCD cover, lens cleaning cloth and storage bag are nice touches.

Regards and keep up the good work!
Rod

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Hi Don;

I attached the new hood you provided me and by taking the suggestions you made about cutting the Velcro pieces, I was able to customize them to the outside of the viewfinder window. I appreciate all the "parts" you provided, as it makes it much easier to complete the mounting process having these items on hand.

A very important plus for this optical viewer for me is that the Minolta DiMage 5 camera doesn't have the best viewfinder to verify focus. Your optical hood corrects this as it sharpens up the image on the finder. That in itself is worth obtaining one of these.

If there are any drawbacks to this optical hood, I'm not aware of what they would be. The little pouch you provide protects the hood nicely, and it easily fits into my camera bag. Also, I appreciate the cleaning cloth you provide as that will be a real asset in keeping my lens and viewfinders clean. I'll be happy to "show off" this little accessory to anyone.

Thanks,
Jim

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Don,
I am very pleased with the visor. It will take some getting used to carrying it with me, but the vision on the screen is better than any view finder. I have Macular Degeneration, mainly in one eye but somewhat in the other.
On a sunny day, I could not make out an image on the screen no matter what I did. Your visor was a God send and, for the first time, I can now take my camera outside and see what I'm shooting. I have a Nikon Cool Pix 2500 and the visor fits perfectly. Bill - OR -------
Attached is a pic of the 1.8" V4SL on my Fuji FinePix 2600Z. This camera has a 1.8" LCD screen and the V4SL fit nicely on it without obscuring the three controls (display, menu and back) just to the right of the screen.
This shade works well and I am completely satisfied with it.

RobRoy -------
Greetings Don,
I ordered yesterday and got my V4SL visor today! Thanks for the fast service. The item is just as described in your info on your web site. I had read a review at Steve's Digicam and went to your site to order one. I was pleased that you came out with the new one with the lens.

I did not get a chance to take it out in daylight yet, but it is ready to go. It's a great quality for the price. I will let you know how it works for me. I have a Nikon Coolpix 990, and I added a super wide angle lens. Then I found out I need to shoot with the LCD display on, and found out the need to get your visor.

Attached are 4 pictures I took of the unit on the Coolpix. I sized them down for e-mail. If you want the full size ones, let me know. Feel free to use them as you see fit for your web site or any other need you might have for them. You need not send another lens cloth. I got two with what came today. I will look over your other items, and highly recommend your product to others.
Regards, Jim P

Don,
I got a chance to try out the new V4SL today. What a great LCD shade! I was able to get the pictures that I had intended to when I got that wide angle lens, and found out I could not see the LCD display in daylight.
The V4SL is of great quality materials, easy to put on and take off, and with that lens on there, makes viewing the LCD easy.
Regards,
Jim P

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LCD Glare Reduction Ideas:


Bright light situations such as the beach or snow on sunny days, create a real glare problem on camera LCD's. Besides the use of a hood / visor here are a few other tips for better LCD viewing.
  • Make sure the LCD screen is clean. Finger prints and smudges only obscures the image. We offer an excellent line of safe cleaners and microfiber cloths for coated lenses, and plastic LCD's. Avoid scratches and excessive moisture. See our recommended lens and LCD screen cleaning tips.

  • Using other surroundings to help create shade such as under a tree, tent, or awning. Waiting for the sun to go behind a cloud are all possible options.

  • Shooting with the sun over your shoulder is usually good lighting for the subject, but if you turn slightly in relation to the sun position will sometimes improve the LCD screen image.

  • I have heard of persons draping a towel or other dark cloth over the camera and their head, like the photographers who use view cameras do.

  • Porter's Camera Store inc. offers a slide viewer #52-0134 for $3.95, it is 2"x 2" and the opaque plastic can be removed and then you can use it quite efficiently to view you LCD even in very bright conditions. Also it has a 2x plastic lens on it that enlarges the image. The enlargement is nice but it also tends to pixelate the image and also the image seems brighter that it actually is. In most cases you would not want to attach this to your camera so it would be an extra loose accessory.

  • Of course the Photodon hood / visors offer a great solution to screen glare at a reasonable price.

  • Please e-mail me with your ideas on LCD glare reduction .
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