Reliability of swivelling LCDs.

[wong]

Some new cameras (compact and SLR) have swivelling LCD backs. How reliable are they?

I bought a compact waterproof camera for the kids use primarily because its a bit 'tougher' than normal compacts (Olympus TG 850- which has a swivelling LCD). The LCD stopped working after 2 years (1 year warranty) but it still takes pictures. I still like the idea of a cheap (<200 pound) waterproof compact, but not so much the swivelling part.

Do others have swivelling LCDs that have broken?

[steveatesh]

Got a Nikon D5100 with full tilting/swivel screen, over four years now and gong strong.

[Fubles]

I have a Canon 60d which I've used and abused for a few years now, never had any problems with the screen

[Derek Smith]

I've had a Nikon and now two Panasonics with swivelling screens and had no problems with them. I do tend to treat my cameras with care though.

I've found them very useful. I take pictures of stationary cars and you can get into awkward places with them. Further, slightly higher level shots are easy enough to do by standing on tip toe. I have also used it on a monopod held in the air for views over crowds or just for a change.

[ecsrobin]

I’m on my second Sony SLT, both had a tilt and swivel screen and both are still going strong.