JeffreyTotaro Posted February 2, 2007 Share #1 Posted February 2, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) One more question as I awaite the deliver truck. How is the surface of the LCD screen holding up? Are most people using one of those screen protection covers, the self-adhesive type, like the oil change sticker in your car? Or does the screen hold up well to abuse? I don't mind a scuff here and there, but is it prone to scratches? I don't like the screen protectors since I can never get them cut perfectly and using an Exacto blade always introduces the possibility of scratching the camera with the blade. Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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barjohn Posted February 2, 2007 Share #2 Posted February 2, 2007 The screen scratches easily, in my opinion, so I put the ScreenPatronous one on my camera. They are cut perfectly to size but becasue the screen protrudes a little, rather than being recessed like some, others have complained that they will catch on things and peel off. It hasn't happened to me yet but that doesn't mwan it won't. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknorton Posted February 2, 2007 Share #3 Posted February 2, 2007 The screen is plastic, polycarbonate I expect, and will scratch easily so a screen protector is a good idea. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gravastar Posted February 2, 2007 Share #4 Posted February 2, 2007 I purchased a set of ScreenPatronus ones and had a problem with the edges catching on things. ScreenPatronus replaced them free of charge with a set that they cut to be 1/2mm smaller. A little tricky to apply since I had to try to get the 1/4mm border even all round. So far it's remained on the camera with no problems at all. They're very tough. Bob. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pascal_meheut Posted February 2, 2007 Share #5 Posted February 2, 2007 I've purchased and installed a ScreenPatronus screen too. Even if the screen is resistant, I discovered that my 1 1/2 year old DMR had small scratches. Some extra protection costs nothing compared to the price of the M8 so... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrc Posted February 2, 2007 Share #6 Posted February 2, 2007 ScreenPatronus for me, no problems so far. JC Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest M8-Freak Posted February 2, 2007 Share #7 Posted February 2, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) I use this one: 3M ARMR 200 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannirr Posted February 2, 2007 Share #8 Posted February 2, 2007 ScreenPetronus on both my M8's - superb. Danni Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
albertknappmd Posted February 2, 2007 Share #9 Posted February 2, 2007 Screen patronus is the best! They are beautifully made and very resistant! I strongly recommend them. Furthermore, I was the first to contact them about making the extra small piece for the second LCD screen on the DMR. They did a great job but when the prototype was slightly too big, they immediately fixed it... no questions asked. Hence, when buying the covers for the DMR ask for BOTH LCD covers and just mention my name so that thye have the accurate size! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
skimmel Posted February 3, 2007 Share #10 Posted February 3, 2007 When ordering screenpatronus do you simply order the "Digital Camera Screen Protector" or do you order a custom size (or something else)? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cometsoft Posted February 3, 2007 Share #11 Posted February 3, 2007 Enter Leica M8, they have a custom size. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gravastar Posted February 3, 2007 Share #12 Posted February 3, 2007 When ordering screenpatronus do you simply order the "Digital Camera Screen Protector" or do you order a custom size (or something else)? ScreenPatronus, Screen protector - the difference is amazing. On the front page click on "Digital Camera" in the Category box. On the second page click on the Buy button. You'll then get forms with the purchase options including a request for the camera make and model. Their software seems to be able to recognise make and model since it's carried over to the confirmation page, sometimes in a slightly different format. I paid instantly with PayPal when I ordered mine. Bob. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted February 3, 2007 Share #13 Posted February 3, 2007 I put an LCD screen protector by Promaster on mine. It may not be the best but it does the job. The first day I went out with the M8 I managed to put some tiny scratches on the LCD, so yes, you would be wise to use protection :-) Cheers, Wilfredo+ Benitez-Rivera Photography Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
skimmel Posted February 3, 2007 Share #14 Posted February 3, 2007 ScreenPatronus, Screen protector - the difference is amazing. On the front page click on "Digital Camera" in the Category box. On the second page click on the Buy button. You'll then get forms with the purchase options including a request for the camera make and model. Their software seems to be able to recognise make and model since it's carried over to the confirmation page, sometimes in a slightly different format. I paid instantly with PayPal when I ordered mine. Bob. Pretty cool. Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_Brittenson Posted February 8, 2007 Share #15 Posted February 8, 2007 The screen scratches easily, in my opinion, so I put the ScreenPatronous one on my camera. They are cut perfectly to size but becasue the screen protrudes a little, rather than being recessed like some, others have complained that they will catch on things and peel off. It hasn't happened to me yet but that doesn't mwan it won't. I've lost two screenpatron protectors... They both lasted about an hour on the camera. The first time rolled up from a corner and eventually fell off. The other one I never even noticed it came off, I put it on and went out then just suddenly realized it wasn't there anymore. I've used these on other cameras, including the DMR, before, and it's only the M8 this seems to happen to me on. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nryn Posted February 8, 2007 Share #16 Posted February 8, 2007 I've lost two screenpatron protectors... They both lasted about an hour on the camera. The first time rolled up from a corner and eventually fell off. The other one I never even noticed it came off, I put it on and went out then just suddenly realized it wasn't there anymore. I've used these on other cameras, including the DMR, before, and it's only the M8 this seems to happen to me on. Before Screenpatronus had M8-sized protectors, I bought a huge sheet from them and cut several with a template and an x-acto knife. Perfect fit. I went through all of them in less than 2 weeks. The edges just don't hold to the screen strong enough. I'm on the lookout for something more tenacious. If anyone has suggestions, let me know. The protector I have on my smartphone has been fantastic--made by Boxwave--but I don't think they make them as large as they need to be for the M8 screen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
marknorton Posted February 8, 2007 Share #17 Posted February 8, 2007 ScreenPatronus is good - worth buying a supply because the shipping doesn't change. They charged $6.99 for "Shipping and Handling" and the shipping was $0.84 to the UK. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guy_mancuso Posted February 8, 2007 Share #18 Posted February 8, 2007 Waiting for mine to come to try them out Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carstenw Posted February 8, 2007 Share #19 Posted February 8, 2007 On the advice of half the civilised world, I also ordered the Screen Patronus. I am planning on cleaning the LCD cover very carefully with mild detergent, to make absolutely sure that the sticker gets as much grip as possible. They already arrived, btw. I think there are 3 in the pack. If they are any good, I will probably order a kit for my iPod Video as well, and get some polishing cream. It always bothered me how scratched up that thing gets from sitting around in a lined pocket. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WPalank Posted February 8, 2007 Share #20 Posted February 8, 2007 Thanks to your suggestions guys as I received my 3 pack from ScreenPatronus the other day. It is really custom fit and I followed their directions on application and can't even tell it's there. I'm now going to order the products for all my LCD's. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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