Just bought a M9 - need help with accessories

[EdwardKaraa]

I tried a couple of these film LCD protectors on my X2. They were damaged so easily I changed them out five times in one month. The Giottos LCD protector on my M9 has been on there since I bought the camera and doesn't have a scratch on it, the camera has been handled exactly the same as the X2. I fitted an ACMAXX to the X2 after that first month. Similarly, it has not a scratch on it in the ensuing two months.

For me, those film LCD protectors are simply a waste of time and money.

I have to admit that I change the film cover every month, but I don't mind because they're cheap. What I dislike most about the glass cover is that it is elevated above the screen and the corners can get stuck on fabric and other stuff. I bought one acmaxx in the beginning, didn't like it, and when I wanted to remove it, it left a lot of glue on the screen frame. It was easily removed with a damp cloth but I didn't like the idea that much 🙂

Now if the M9 had a clip on hard screen, like with Nikon and Sony, I would certainly prefer that.

 

[ray*j*gun]

I agree Edward, my Nikon D90 has a great clip on screen cover......works perfectly and is very tough.

 

[kbg32]

I believe cases get in the way of a camera's "experience". Kind of a like a beautiful woman, why clothe her when the experience you're after is when she's naked. 😉

 

[EdwardKaraa]

I believe cases get in the way of a camera's "experience". Kind of a like a beautiful woman, why clothe her when the experience you're after is when she's naked. 😉

But the half case is like a half clothed woman, more sexy 😀

 

[Roger Hicks]

But the half case is like a half clothed woman, more sexy 😀

Depends on whether it's fantasy or reality...

Cheers,

R.

 

[Godfrey]

I have to admit that I change the film cover every month, but I don't mind because they're cheap. What I dislike most about the glass cover is that it is elevated above the screen and the corners can get stuck on fabric and other stuff. I bought one acmaxx in the beginning, didn't like it, and when I wanted to remove it, it left a lot of glue on the screen frame. It was easily removed with a damp cloth but I didn't like the idea that much 🙂

Now if the M9 had a clip on hard screen, like with Nikon and Sony, I would certainly prefer that.

Since I use a half-case, the Giottos fits inside the edge of the leather and doesn't get caught on anything. Same for the ACMAXX on the X2.

That said, I have a GGS LCD cover on my Ricoh GXR and no half case for that camera. It doesn't get caught on anything either. Hm.

The Olympus E-1 came with their own replaceable protective cover. The one that came with mine (bought used in 2008) was badly scratched, so I replaced it. Not a mark on it since. I guess I'm careful enough when using these things that I don't tend to hit the LCD very often. I would prefer, however, if all the manufacturers just put a tough acrylic or gorilla glass LCD protector in place at the outset. That way we wouldn't have to worry about it at all.

 

[sevres_babylone]

Thumbs Up and extra battery.

 

[maggieo]

I bought my M9 two weeks ago. Get additional batteries and an additional charger. The rest is not important, I think. I would buy things slowly.

Agree with Raid. A couple of extra batteries and possibly an extra charger. Maybe an additional SD card as well.

Really, I think these are the only extras you need. Everything else is gravy or personal preference.

 

[flyalf]

Another one for Thumbie (it could have been even smaller) + extra battery. Also recommend the mini-min tripod with flexi legs (not the Gorillapod that is a waste of money) As for bag I prefer an even smaller alternative: Billingham Digital Hadley. Holds body, spare battery and 2 or 3 extra lenses, is rainproof (as opposed to most bags) , no velcro and as other Billinghams will outlast camera.

Best of luck with new M9, a truly great camera 🙂