Hoodman Loupe Camera Mount for T2i 550d

So I've been looking for a better and inexpensive way to mount my Hoodman Loupe 3.0 to my Canon T2i 550d instead of using the awkward/flimsy cinema strap that Hoodman sells to shoot video. This is what I've come up with. I purchased a hard LCD cover screen protector from Amazon which attaches the the eye cup mount for $6.99 plus shipping. You can remove the camera's original eye piece by gently pushing up on the sides and bottom of it. The original eye piece can be placed on the LCD screen protectors eye piece for safekeeping while using the Hoodman.





The next step is to pop out the clear plastic screen on the screen protector (pictured below.) This should be done gently as to not damage it and the posts that hold it in place. I did this by working my finger nail between the plastic screen cover and the black frame slowly working my way around. It will come out quite easily. It's important to remove the clear plastic screen because the super glue used to attach the Hoodman to the frame has fumes that will discolor/distort the clear plastic sheet if left on during the gluing process.



Next I applied super glue around the frame of the screen protector, lined up the Hoodman and stuck it in place. If you don't line it up perfectly you'll only have a few seconds to adjust it so try to be as precise as possible. Make sure you hold the frame to the loupe for at least a minute applying even pressure to ensure a tight bond. After the I would let it sit for at least 20-30 minutes before using it to sure the glue is set and bonded.







I really like this approach and so far as it feels sturdy while it's on and it's easy to put it on and take it off. It also stays out of the way of my battery grip. I was hesitant to super glue my Hoodman to something but if I change my mind the superglue will come off easily from rubber on the loupe. I hope this was informative and helpful.