I am reading several people saying the focus is too stiff to focus this holding it one handed. Do you agree? Can anyone focus it easily with one hand?
990600
yes I would say it is, the stiff focus is the one downside. I have to use one hand to hold and the other to focus.
88354
I personally always hold it with one hand, and never had a problem, whether sanding, or cutting wood, or whatever. However, you cannot operate it with one hand at all times - for example, if you want to change the speed, the button for that is at the end of the tool, so there is no way to reach it with one hand while holding it at the same time; worse, it's hard to switch it on/off with one hand while holding, so it's best to do that with two hands. Bottom line: if you have reasonable arm strength, you should be able to operate it with one hand for a decent amount of time (enough for most jobs), but you will still need two hands to do some things, such as change speed or turn on/off. I personally always hold it with one hand, and never had a problem, whether sanding, or cutting wood, or whatever. However, you cannot operate it with one hand at all times - for example, if you want to change the speed, the button for that is at the end of the tool, so there is no way to reach it with one hand while holding it at the same time; worse, it's hard to switch it on/off with one hand while holding, so it's best to do that with two hands. Bottom line: if you have reasonable arm strength, you should be able to operate it with one hand for a decent amount of time (enough for most... » Read More I personally always hold it with one hand, and never had a problem, whether sanding, or cutting wood, or whatever. However, you cannot operate it with one hand at all times - for example, if you want to change the speed, the button for that is at the end of the tool, so there is no way to reach it with one hand while holding it at the same time; worse, it's hard to switch it on/off with one hand while holding, so it's best to do that with two hands. Bottom line: if you have reasonable arm strength, you should be able to operate it with one hand for a decent amount of time (enough for most jobs), but you will still need two hands to do some things, such as change speed or turn on/off. « Show Less
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It would be very difficult to operate with one hand. To hold it steady against your eye usually requires holding it near the eyepiece. The zoom ring is close by the eyepiece, but the focus ring is at the far end near the objective. Whenever you zoom often have to e-adjust the focus. For me it's a juggling act to 1) hold the eyepiece steady while 2) trying to zoom and 3)re-adjust the eyepiece. Your father may have acquired more dexterity and skill with his one hand, but I could not recommend this for him. There is just no way to hold the scope steady at the objective end where your grip would have to be to adjust the focus. In fact, in order to adjust the focus requires holding the unit to keep it from turning and at the same time turning the focus ring.
2120764
Its a macro lens. Try getting as close as posible , you almost have to be touching the object with the lens for it to focus
282416
It's does really well with its focus range, but the window is narrow and any bump of the lense will lose focus in saying that it is very hard to photograph moving objects! The lens itself was smaller then I imagined and because it's manual focus it is suprisingly light weight! Hope this is helpful message back if you have any other questions oh and the lens itself is 4" and add 2" with the 2x adapter
266375
None at all on my M- it is a bit slow in the focus- but when I combined it with a short loupe to act as a viewfinder it became handy. Mine works perfectly except for the focussing time. VRR
1978041
jmich; Like you, I certainly was not trying to be glib. I just did not encounter the problem you did. I do have one idea, though: The scope comes with two eyepieces. One of the eyepieces is useful, but the other one I found useless. The target could not be centered or even seen. Hope this helps.J
2120555
You theoretically can, but it's not made easy. This honostly isn't a very good follow focus. I'd find something else to use.
689722
It is focused. I found the magnification to be pretty good and clear for such an inexpensive price. The only thing that I am disappointed with is that with normal use, it seems to pick up a lot of scratches and smudges easily, like the material is too soft.
2236843
Did the focus lock? Make sure focus sensor is on something it can grab. Try manual focus to test mechanism.
396482
Yes, I just got this lens for Christmas and have not had the chance yet to break it in. However, I have been reading some rather scary comments and a few good ones, so I am growing a little reluctant. I will go out and play with it, but act fast in the event of making a return.
1486865
The manual focusing is "by-wire". It's very natural, I found it easy to get used to and easy to use.
1619185
I think there can be many reasons for this - could be sharp in the small viewer but not so sharp when expanded -- could be due to camera shake, too slow shutter speed, or possibly the camera didn't grab the object you wanted to be the main focus. I will place the subject in the middle of the screen and half depress the button -- then move the camera to the composition I want, which holds the focus where I intended. It may not be the best autofocus on the market. But on the whole it's a one of a kind camera, a keeper for sure.
273111
I only used it for macro photography in terms of stills. But for me it was not awkward. I Don't own a follow focus system, so I'm constantly turning the focus ring by hand. I like the control, though I would suggest always using the magnification function in your camera to focus perfectly.
53207
I am very impressed with the focusing mechanism. It feels very quality and easy to fine tune to get a beautifully focused image to the most magnification the scope or sky conditions allow on any given night. It simply has not let me down in the least. Now can it be replaced or changed out? I am not sure 100% but doubt it. It is a knob the comes out the back of the telescope and isn't connected directly to the eyepiece like a crayford focuser in which you could just change it out. It seems to me to be a special focuser mechanism for this particular telescope. For me it hasn't at all been a thought in wanting to change it. You'd benefit more from buying a nicer diagonal or eyepieces. I doubt you will be disappointed with the focuser. I am going to try and attach a picture of the back of the telescope so you can see what I am trying to describe.
2059524
I have been very pleased with mine in low light. In really low light situations I have seen some problems getting it focused. I also have a D3100
113722
Yes. I just tried it. You can also focus with the ND side to side switch. Also, like ryuxis stated, the zoom is considerably slower.