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Al Canarelli
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Re: beginner astrophoto setup
07/20/08 02:42 PM
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Using a film camera these days would be an excellent way to "make your bones" in astrophotography in that it would be next to dirt cheap. The requirements which make a good film camera for astro use are, interchangeable lenses, interchangeable viewing screens, fully mechanical shutter, compact and light weight, mirror lockup, and a bulb setting on shutter. A camera which has all of these features is the Olympus OM1. These days you can buy one (without working light meter) for as little as $50 (I have several if you're interested). In addition to the camera, you will need a camera adapter and a camera ring (about $50 for both) and you are ready to start taking pictures...not just images, maybe great images! As you become more experienced, you may want additional equipment, but you certainly have enough with the equipment I mentioned to get a flying start.
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