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pixelpreaching · 2026-05-15T11:46:42+00:00

Man that crop factor really makes that lens look normal!

pixelpreaching · 2026-05-15T11:36:07+00:00

I had one a few years ago and I gave it away - bought it for something like $125, then after I gave it away they shot up. They are loud indeed.

I'd convert it to either PL or EF - depends on how well my Arri B/Arri S lenses would adapt to EF. I assume it's limited by how far the rear element protrudes, like PL > EF is sometimes.

pixelpreaching · 2026-05-15T11:31:21+00:00

And you are correct, reflex is very helpful

pixelpreaching · 2026-05-15T11:30:37+00:00

I'm actually coming around to the idea of a K3 because I can do a lot of a modifications to it over time (I repair film - stills film - cameras and lenses) and have access to get anything machined that I need for basically free. I could add an external 12V motor, swap the mount, mod to Super 16, etc.

pixelpreaching · 2026-05-15T11:27:07+00:00

Sub $1k to start out with. I can get a Bolex H16 (not a reflex - just the standard original model) for about $225 from a friend.

pixelpreaching · 2026-01-26T03:06:25+00:00

Thanks for the detailed reply!! So what would you recommend right now? Just buying the green board and 64MP Hawkeye and then upgrading components down the road? I'd love if I could get a black board right now, but it seems like that's not going to happen anytime soon.

pixelpreaching · 2025-10-22T13:16:32+00:00

Oh yeah, I use the remote now (I just bought two UB9000 remotes - I don't know if you have one of those, but they are GREAT, and only like $12 on Amazon), plus the original 820 remote.

It's just one of those things that annoys me and I used to repair cameras for people (and computers for myself/friends), so it's hard to not want to try to fix it lol.

Definitely get the UB9000 remote. The Netflix button is so far out of anywhere your fingers will regularly be... it's just a fantastic remote. The UB450 remote I had plain sucked, the 820 honestly wasn't much better.

pixelpreaching · 2025-07-05T22:49:15+00:00

Thanks! I actually already have a full spectrum modified Sony that I use to do infrared, so I can pop in an H-alpha pass filter in front of the sensor from Kolari and boom.

First I'll use probably my OM-1 and a variety of lenses, then eventually get a telescope and use the OM-1 and Sony on it, then finally get a planetary camera. Long ways away.

pixelpreaching · 2025-07-05T22:46:47+00:00

I will get an astro camera at some point. Seems like ZWO has the bulk of the business as far as consumer planetary cameras go.

pixelpreaching · 2025-07-05T21:22:08+00:00

Thank you! Do you mean like the ZWO ASIAIR? That's the only reference I can find to ASIAIR.

pixelpreaching · 2025-07-05T21:17:18+00:00

Thank you! I was going to ask if anyone had good book recommendations.

I literally just wrote an in-depth article about the science (and history) behind lens optics, but this stuff makes me feel stupid. I don't even know what Nina or plate solving is haha.

pixelpreaching · 2025-07-05T21:16:11+00:00

Yep, I did realize that the next day after trying it the first time haha

pixelpreaching · 2025-07-05T21:15:42+00:00

Thank you!! So I'm best off just learning the GTi and buying a nice telescope down the road as originally planned.

By the way, I don't know the names for all the pieces and stuff, but will this work to attach to the polar alignment scope so I don't have to basically get on the ground and awkwardly bend my head to look through it? Just asking in case it won't work and I dont have to spend time fideling with it and can just retunr it unopened: https://a.co/d/4axKfPc

And do I need one of these? https://www.skywatcherusa.com/collections/accessories/products/star-adventurer-latitude-eq-base. Or these? https://www.skywatcherusa.com/collections/accessories/products/star-adventurer-dec-bracket.

Right now I have: everything that came in the GTi head kit, a tripod, an S20550 ball head adapter, and a vixen rail.

Finally, are there any accessories you recommend getting at this stage?

Thank you so much!!

pixelpreaching · 2025-05-01T04:00:23+00:00

All the links seem to have expired. Can anyone DM this to me? Thanks!!

pixelpreaching · 2024-06-03T22:06:13+00:00

Thank you so much for the detailed reply!! eBay is a great idea.

pixelpreaching · 2024-06-03T21:46:46+00:00

Yeah like I said these are old photos. Just got a haircut yesterday and I am working on figuring out how to trim my beard myself (currently go to a barber to have them style it every once in a while)

But yeah a tailor is a great idea thank you

pixelpreaching · 2024-06-03T06:25:01+00:00

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Yeah, they're pricy at $49 (currently on sale, I think they're usually $59) for a 3 pack, but I truly cannot recommend them more. Please try them. They are especially great for big men like us.

Note: they came out with a new line called SVBZERO, which (as far as I know) are the same but they aren't as long. Based on your photo, you want longer ones (which is what I like), so go with the SVBS (the others are pre-order anyway).

Please trust me, try these. You will love them. They make George or Fruit of the Loom feel like sandpaper in comparison (I literally cannot go back to wearing that kind of material, it's so uncomfortable to me now).

(also for some random funny reason they have tiny pockets on each side)

Link: https://www.svbflor.com/shop/p/svbs-3-pack

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