This would be my first astro-camera. Can I use it with the camera port on my ETX-90 (flip-mirror down)? What adapters, etc. would be required?
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You can use it through the camera port. I found I needed two pieces, a t-adapter and an eyepiece holder to hold the camera. For the ETX-90, you need this t-adapter: http://store.meade.com/meade-64-t-adapter-for-photography-with-etx-90-and-etx-125.html and for eyepiece, I purchased this: http://www.edmundoptics.com/mechanics/modular-mounting-components/t-mount-components/t-mount-telescope-eyepiece-mount/1970
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I found this camera requires some practice in getting used to centering objects because the chip is small. You may want to have a 2x barlow handy as well. It fits in the normal 1/4" adapter. If your camera port is that size then you are golden. Good luck!
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Works perfectly with mine. It's a good idea to pick up a short HDMI cable so you don't have a big bundle of wire hanging off your camera. And get a good mounting arm. The monitor is just heavy enough to drift slightly unless you can grip it down well.
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Hi Chris, you would need the original oem mirror to clip on to. If you still need to use the buttons of the On-Star, you could also install this device upside down. There is a function to reverse the camera as well. thanks Marie
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i would like to know what is the cost for an Adapter for the nikon D800e ?from where can i get it ? i live in saudi arabia , nothing is available here .how good is this telescope in our dusty desert ?
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I really can't help with this. I did take a picture of the moon with my "point and shoot" camera by just pointing it through the eyepiece and it was quite successful. I think it is possible to buy attachments that will allow one to attach a DSLR in place of the eyepiece and take pictures, but I have never tried that - would need some research.
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Yes. It will work. I've done it also with a cheap Celestron telescope. You may need a "C" adapter to fit your specific camera. Give it a try and see what you get!
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You need to put the camera in full manual mode. Since this adapter has no AF function it will not register with the camera. Once you're in manual you should be fine. Aperture is fixed to what the telescope is so you adjust your exposure using different shutter speeds. Then to get the shutter to release you need to turn on the "release w/o lense" setting. After that you should be good to go.
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Hi, I m new to this too. This is just the ring that adapt to your camera, you need the part that goes from the telescope to this ring, see the available part from your telescope brand. Cheers
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Yes, since I Bought it I hadn't the opportunity to use it a lot of times so you can see my few attempts with it on http://www.astrobin.com/users/andremeneghetti/ Compared to my other camera, enjoined so much, just need to get some experience and get some good results, I recommend it!
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Yes you can but for astrography a motorized mount is almost a necessity. Manual tracking for long exposures is quite a daunting task.
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I have done astrophotography with my Canon Rebel T1i this using something like Deluxe Telescope Camera Adapter Kit for Canon EOS /Rebel DSLR - 1.25" Variable Eyepiece Projection & Prime Focus Be advised the telescope becomes rather ungainly with a DSLR hanging off of it.
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Walmart has 1 for under 50 bucks. EBay has millions for less. It's just a standard camera mount. My Walmart generic one is fine and has tilt and pan which helps. The Moon is going to seem like it's blazing across the sky with the Skymaster! Very cool. Haven't seen any aliens yet, maybe some on the beach though. Scary stuff on the beach, better to keep your sees to the sky!
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it will, though i have not bought the adapter from orion. i think an eye piece camera looks like a better way to go. i would contact orion if i were you, as they are quite helpful. good luck!
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I never goy mine it got stolen from the mailbox but if its eos mount it should work I think, I ended up buying a tamron 70-300 for 50 bucks works like a dream
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You can purchase an adapter from Orion, or you can easily make an adapter using a large angle brace. I favor using a monopod with a 6" strip of wood fastened across the top using a 1/4"-20 T nut (avilable at any hardware store). Just rest the binoculars on the strip of wood. It works great!
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You can if you have one. Most T mounts and astrophotography equipment and software is actually set up to use Cannon products...
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i use Orion Min-EQ Tabletop Equatorial Telescope Mount. that's enough for me