Bring On the Eclipse!
Aug 18, 2017 22:50:21 #
Finally got the mylar solar film I ordered to shoot the Eclipse. Reports are that if you haven't got your filters by now, you're out of luck.
I always believe that the job goes much better if you use the right equipment. That said, the lens I'll use is a Tamron 150-600, which takes a 95mm filter. The cheapest solar filter I could find was $200, and I can't justify the expense for a filter I'll likely use once. Plan B: #14 Welding hood lenses. After trying eight different suppliers locally, I ordered two. I was notified on August 9th they were back ordered until the 1st of September. Plan C: Mylar solar film. I ordered a 6"x6" sheet for about $35 with shipping. Looks awful, but works like a champ! Cut a piece of cardboard to fit the lens hood, which is quickly removable for the totality shot and quickly replaceable for the finale. Since I only have one digital camera, a Nikon D7100, I will use an old Minolta XG film camera to record the darkness, people watching and any animals that might react strangely.
I've never shot an eclipse before, so I've read and viewed everything possible and am aware of the hazards and have prepared for them.
I always believe that the job goes much better if you use the right equipment. That said, the lens I'll use is a Tamron 150-600, which takes a 95mm filter. The cheapest solar filter I could find was $200, and I can't justify the expense for a filter I'll likely use once. Plan B: #14 Welding hood lenses. After trying eight different suppliers locally, I ordered two. I was notified on August 9th they were back ordered until the 1st of September. Plan C: Mylar solar film. I ordered a 6"x6" sheet for about $35 with shipping. Looks awful, but works like a champ! Cut a piece of cardboard to fit the lens hood, which is quickly removable for the totality shot and quickly replaceable for the finale. Since I only have one digital camera, a Nikon D7100, I will use an old Minolta XG film camera to record the darkness, people watching and any animals that might react strangely.
I've never shot an eclipse before, so I've read and viewed everything possible and am aware of the hazards and have prepared for them.
Looks awful...
Aug 18, 2017 23:17:05 #
Nice set of sun spots! If those rotate to the edge of the sun by Monday, the Prominence may be special.
Aug 18, 2017 23:44:35 #
Glad to see you managed a workaround. I personally can't imagine applying duct tape on my 500F4. Not even gaffer tape but whatever it takes for those who are into this :)
I'm waiting to see how many scuffles take place fighting over the optimum spot during totality. I'm sure there will be a number of fist fights on the news mentioned. I have the best seat in the house. Nasa's images.
I'm waiting to see how many scuffles take place fighting over the optimum spot during totality. I'm sure there will be a number of fist fights on the news mentioned. I have the best seat in the house. Nasa's images.
Aug 19, 2017 01:04:55 #
Haydon wrote:
Local news is reporting an "eclipse party" at a state park. Our maximum will be something like 85%, so that should give me enough light if I decide to go ... to photograph the "party", not the sun.Glad to see you managed a workaround. I personally can't imagine applying duct tape on my 500F4. Not even gaffer tape but whatever it takes for those who are into this :)
I'm waiting to see how many scuffles take place fighting over the optimum spot during totality. I'm sure there will be a number of fist fights on the news mentioned. I have the best seat in the house. Nasa's images.
I'm waiting to see how many scuffles take place fighting over the optimum spot during totality. I'm sure there will be a number of fist fights on the news mentioned. I have the best seat in the house. Nasa's images.
Aug 19, 2017 01:11:06 #
rehess wrote:
Local news is reporting an "eclipse party" at a state park. Our maximum will be something like 85%, so that should give me enough light if I decide to go ... to photograph the "party", not the sun.
Make sure to include the before and after shots rehess.
Optimal camera placement might be the totality of someone's eye going black from a fist! Let the fights begin
Aug 19, 2017 03:14:41 #
skywolf wrote:
Finally got the mylar solar film I ordered to shoo... (show quote)
Some lenses have a gel holder at the back of the lens, not to be confused with a drop-in filter.
I think you could have taped a small piece of gel filter makerial to the camera end as well which could be VERY SMALL!!!
SS
Aug 19, 2017 06:29:30 #
Aug 19, 2017 07:27:51 #
We are in "totality" location :/ It has already gotten crazy - not even trying to take shots because we will be serving "eclipse travelers" all day at our shop :( Hopefully I will be able to actually SEE the eclipse.
Aug 19, 2017 07:30:32 #
Haydon wrote:
Make sure to include the before and after shots rehess.
Optimal camera placement might be the totality of someone's eye going black from a fist! Let the fights begin
Optimal camera placement might be the totality of someone's eye going black from a fist! Let the fights begin
Makes me wonder how many people will try their 3D glasses only to burn out their retinas.
Aug 19, 2017 07:36:20 #
Shoeless_Photographer wrote:
Makes me wonder how many people will try their 3D glasses only to burn out their retinas.
I wonder too how many have "fake" glasses - scary - my daughter works for Warby Parker, the eye glass company, and they had theirs made for their employees and a few giveaways - got one!
Aug 19, 2017 13:59:59 #
all I did was stack a few ndfs not as detailed but it will do
Aug 19, 2017 16:42:26 #
A 4" sheet of solar filter material, a properly sized coffee can that just fits over the lens (exactly 4" that fits the filter perfectly also), and a little black duct tape also does the trick!
Aug 19, 2017 19:25:06 #
chikid68 wrote:
all I did was stack a few ndfs not as detailed but it will do
How many did you stack? I have a 10-stop and two 3-stop ND filters. 1/250, f/8, ISO 100 (taken close to the horizon or the numbers would be significantly different)
As to the naysayers, I've been doing this for a couple of years, and my sensor is fine. Clearly, a solar filter would be better for this, but this works.
Aug 20, 2017 00:37:59 #
MtManMD wrote:
A 4" sheet of solar filter material, a properly sized coffee can that just fits over the lens (exactly 4" that fits the filter perfectly also), and a little black duct tape also does the trick!
Yes another trick I'll put on my "Not to do list". Attach coffee cans to my L lenses with gaffer tape. I'd use duct tape to make "Red Green" proud.
I'm playing it safe. 30 seconds with PS CC. It will save me as being the sacrificial lamb during totality.
Aug 20, 2017 01:15:09 #
chikid68 wrote:
all I did was stack a few ndfs not as detailed but it will do
How do you define "will do"? Lose enough detail, and Haydon's solution will be just as good.
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