Elvid OptiView 50 3.2" LCD Viewfinder
- Fits Most 3" & 3.2" LCD Screens
- Compatible with 3:2 & 4:3 Aspect Ratios
- Magnifies Display by 300%
- Blocks Light from Hitting Screens
Hoodman HoodLoupe Outdoor LCD Viewfinder for 3.2" Screens
- For Monitors up to 3.2"
- Blocks out Extraneous Light
- +/- 3 Diopter
- Three Glass Lens Elements
Hoodman HoodLoupe Teardrop Eyecup
- Upgrade for All HoodLoupe Eyecups
- Blocks Out Light for Improved Visibility
- Natural Fit for Shape of Your Head
- Stays in Place During Diopter Adjustment
Zacuto Z-Finder Extender Frames
SmallRig Sunhood for Sony a7S III/a7C/ZV-1/FX3 Camera
- For Select Sony Mirrorless Cameras
- Prevents Glare from Extraneous Light
- Touch Fastener Attachment
- Folds Flat for Transport and Storage
Hoodman HCP DSLR Camera Custom Finder Base Plate for HoodLoupe
- Dual 1/4"-20 Tripod Sockets
- Black Anodized Aluminum Construction
- Made in the USA
- Hex Tool Included
Zacuto 3.2" Adhesive Frame for Z-Finder Viewfinder
- Attaches Around 3.2" LCD
- Lets You Snap Z-Finder Viewfinder On/Off
- Compatible with All Z-Finders
Niceyrig LCD Sunhood for Panasonic Lumix GH4/GH5/G7/G85/GX8, 3.0-3.2" LCD Screens
Zacuto Anti-Fog Protective Covers (Pack of 3)
Sigma LVF-11 LCD Viewfinder
- For fp Digital Camera
- Attaches to Rear of Camera Body
- Provides 2.5x-Magnified View of LCD
- Blocks Stray Light for Clearer Viewing
Hoodman Replacement Lanyard for HoodLoupes
Kinotehnik Bluestar Oval Eye-Cushion for LCDVF52 and LCDVFBM5 Viewfinders (Ultrasuede, Red)
- For LCDVF52 and LCDVFBM5
- Ultrasuede Red
- Chamois-Like Feel
- Sweat-Wicking
Hoodman Cinema Strap
Hoodman Link Retractable HoodLoupe Lanyard
- Keeps HoodLoupe at the Ready
- Durable 36" Retractable Kevlar Cord
- Holds up to 6 oz of Gear
- Clip for Attaching to Bag or Belt Loop
Hoodman HoodLoupe 3.2" Base for LCD Screens
- For LCD Screens up to 3.2"
- Attaches to HoodLoupe Optical Modules
- Compatible with Hoodman Mounting Plates
Kinotehnik LCDVF3C 3.2" LCD Viewfinder for Canon DSLR Cameras
- Fits Canon 5D Mark III, Mark IV, & 1D X
- Convert DSLR for Better Video Recording
- 220% Magnification of 3.2" LCD Screen
- AR Coated and Optically Corrected Lens
Hoodman Live View Kit for DSLR Cameras
- Compatible with 3-3.2" LCD Screens
- Blocks Out Extraneous Light
- +/- 3 Diopter
- Three Glass Lens Elements
Hoodman HoodLoupe Outdoor LCD ViewFinder for 3.2" Screens with Base Plate Kit for DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras
- Stabilizes Handheld Live-View Shooting
- Blocks Out Extraneous Light
- Three Glass Lens Elements with Diopter
- For LCD Screens up to 3.2"
- This item cannot be canceled or returned.
Zacuto Z-Finder Dust Cover
- Easily Snaps onto Z-Finder
- Protects from Dust and Debris
- Essential and Budget-Friendly Accessory
Zacuto Z-FRM 3.0" Mounting Frame for Z-Finder
Kinotehnik Spare Frame for LCDVF 16/9
- For LCDVF 16/9 LCD Viewfinder
- Compatible with 16:9 Monitors up to 3"
- Adhesive for Attachment
- Metal Construction
Niceyrig LCD Sunhood for Sony a7 III/a7R III/a9/a7S II/a7 II/a7/a7S/a7R
Zacuto Z-Finder Mounting Frame Slide Kit
- This item cannot be canceled or returned.
Flipbac 2.5" LCD Angle Viewfinder (Black)
- Stainless Steel Dual-Hinge
- Opens Horizontally and Vertically
- Angles Up to 180 Degrees in Both Ways
- Fits most 2.5 or 3" DSLR Screens
Letus35 Hawk DSLR Riser (Panasonic DMC-GH1)
- This item cannot be canceled or returned.
Letus35 Hawk DSLR Riser (Canon T2i)
- This item cannot be canceled or returned.
Letus35 Hawk DSLR Riser (Canon 60D)
- This item cannot be canceled or returned.
Choosing Digital Camera LCD Hoods and Shades
Many photographers use the LCD screens on their cameras for verifying composition, selecting focus points, and checking exposure when taking photographs and filming video. Unfortunately, bright outdoor conditions often obscure the screen, making it almost impossible to see the image. Digital camera LCD hoods and shades eliminate this problem by shading LCD screens.
How LCD Hoods and Shades Work
Shades are simple devices with flaps that shield screens from the sun. They provide reasonable protection, and their compact size doesn't interfere with your ability to use the touchscreens of your cameras. A hood offers increased shading, especially when the sun is behind and shining directly on the camera's LCD screen. Some shades and hoods clip over LCD screens, while others attach to camera hot shoes or tripod mounts. Alternative mounting solutions include adhesives and Velcro, as well as elastic straps such as Z bands, which go around camera lenses. Advanced hoods include adjustable eyepieces and diopter correction lenses, allowing you to view the screen in more detail, or to use the LCD screen as a viewfinder. This is particularly useful for mirrorless cameras that don't have viewfinders.
Magnifying Images
Images seen through camera viewfinders and on LCD screens are small, and it's sometimes difficult to focus accurately on specific features and small details. To overcome this limitation, many types of HoodLoupes or screen loupes magnify images for better viewing. For those preferring optical viewfinders, camera eyepiece accessories such as viewfinder magnifiers are equally effective.
Choosing LCD Viewfinders
There are several points to consider when selecting an LCD hood. Check that the hood is the right size for your camera's screen. If it's too large, it'll obscure camera controls, and if it's too small, you won't see the entire screen. If your camera has a touchscreen, it's a good idea to choose a hood that opens or has a removable eyepiece, allowing access to adjust the focus points on the screen. While some loupes are handheld, others attach to the camera and remain in place while you're filming. In addition, to helping you choose the right type, many suppliers such as Z-Finders from Zacuto and Letus35 specify camera compatibility, while others, such as Hoodman, provide accessory kits for different camera types.
Focusing and Composition Aids
While LCD hoods and loupes help you compose your pictures and get the correct focus using the LCD screen, there are similar optical devices for viewfinders. These include angled viewfinders and auxiliary optical and electronic viewfinders. Some are purely optical, while others interface with camera's electronics to provide focusing information. On many DSLRs, it's possible to swap SLR camera focusing screens with screens better suited to your photography, such as to help focus in poor light or for an unobstructed view.
Find digital camera LCD hoods and shades for your camera at B&H Photo and Video. Choose between full loupe hoods and collapsible shades.