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Old 02-01-08, 18:39
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Hi I wonder if anyone can help me, I have canon 400d I want to digiscope with, a zeiss 85, a griturn swing out bracket, camera has a 50mm f1.8 lens, I have been told that is the best lens to use, If anybody can help me with the best settings, I would be really pleased,

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Old 05-01-08, 00:27
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Personally I'd stick the camera in AV, stop the lens down to about f4 and then set the ISO to whatever you need to get a reasonable shutter speed. Given the huge magnification you'll be shooting at I'd be aiming for speeds of 1/500th or faster, if you can't get that then open the lens up a bit.
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Old 05-01-08, 07:41
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Thanks postcardcv
Just waiting for the weather to get better and I wil try these settings not much good daylight at moment
Many thanks Will
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HI Will. Camera and 'scope shake is a real problem when digiscoping. A remote lead helps as you won't move the rig when pressing the button. A sturdy tripod and head also helps reduce vibration. Looking forward to seeing some of your results.
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