How can I block stray sunlight from a DSLR optical viewfinder?
Asked 4/22/2017
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In bright sun, I often have to cup my hand around the optical viewfinder to see properly and avoid glare. That works with small lenses, but it’s awkward when using heavier lenses. Are there accessories that help shade the viewfinder, or is this mainly something better camera bodies handle with improved viewfinder design?
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Aftermarket eye cups are available for many camera models that replace the supplied eyecup with a larger cup that fits the face of the user.
Here is one made for the Canon 5d and 5D Mark II as well as other Canon cameras that have an 18mm eyepiece slot.
There are also versions made a bit larger for people who wear eyeglasses.
Similar items are also available for many Nikon camera models.
Right angle viewfinders are also available for a variety of camera models and usually include a rubber eyecup that helps block off axis light from the user's eye.
Since such accessories are model specific and you haven't included the particular camera in question, we can't provide an exact match for whatever particular camera you are using.
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Yes. A common solution is to replace the standard eyecup with a larger aftermarket eyecup that better seals against your face and blocks off-axis light. These are made for many Canon and Nikon bodies, and some versions are designed to work better for eyeglass wearers.
Another option is a right-angle viewfinder attachment. These are also model-specific and usually include a rubber eyecup that helps block stray light while making viewing more comfortable in some shooting positions.
So this is not just a matter of buying a more expensive DSLR body. In most cases, the practical fix is a compatible accessory made for your camera’s eyepiece mount. The exact part depends on your camera model.
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