Can someone recommend a decent Solar Eclipse filter for my camera (Page 2): I tried this on a partial solar eclipse several years ago using #13 or #14 welders glass. You need to keep...

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Jul 27, 2017 09:37:44 #

hpucker99 Loc: Anchorage, Alaska

Haydon wrote:

I personally wouldn't go that route. Because of the poor optical qualities of welders glass, it's very common to get double imaging in your pictures.

I tried this on a partial solar eclipse several years ago using #13 or #14 welders glass. You need to keep the camera aimed at the sun and the welders glass perpendicular to the line of sight or you will get refractions and double images.

The attached file is a montage of the better shots.

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Jul 27, 2017 15:59:09 #

wdross Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado

50teeslady wrote:

wondering if this would do?

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1319798-REG/daystar_filters_ulf50_50mm_universal_lens_filter.html

Yes, it will work well. It is a more elaborate version of the old cardboard tube and solar film or glass

Jul 27, 2017 16:49:29 #

Wanderer2 Loc: Colorado Rocky Mountains

50teeslady wrote:

wondering if this would do?

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1319798-REG/daystar_filters_ulf50_50mm_universal_lens_filter.html

Those certainly look promising and the reviews are largely positive. I just ordered 4 - one each for two camera lenses and two for binoculars. The price is certainly right and if they don't work as it appears they will there will be time to get something else. Thanks for posting the link.

Regarding welder's glass, I have read several comments that it's prone to excessive distortion - good for viewing, not for photographing, according to those sources. This is based on internet research, not personal experience.

Jul 27, 2017 16:57:46 #

50teeslady Loc: Ormond Beach Florida

Thanks everyone I think I'll go with the B& H cardboard one....
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1319798-REG/daystar_filters_ulf50_50mm_universal_lens_filter.html

Jul 28, 2017 06:24:23 #

pixelmaven Loc: Reno, NV

This is one of the most reasonable solar filters I've found. https://solarfilterhub.com/collections/solar-filters/products/strong-large-optical-density-5-solar-filter-strong-br-font-size-4-encased-in-solid-black-frame-font Ordered and awaiting delivery. If you've not made a decision yet, check this out.

Jul 28, 2017 06:36:09 #

mborn Loc: Massachusetts

Mojaveflyer wrote:

Try www.thousandoaksoptical.com, I believe they still have some for ~$55 or so... Don't wait too long!

Thak is who I used to get a 95 mm filter was under $100

Jul 28, 2017 07:21:42 #

VValle

This is what my salesman from there recommended. I just picked up the canon 100-400 and 1.4 extended. I also got the filter and will try it out this weekend.

Jul 28, 2017 12:08:24 #

barbie.lewis Loc: Livingston, Texas

Woodland Hills Camera and Telescope had some a few days ago at reasonable prices.

https://telescopes.net/store/

5348 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364

888-427-8766.

Jul 28, 2017 14:09:27 #

copladocus

Explore scientific. Com for filter. Cheap, light, works. Under $20. USD. Specifically made for solar photo and astronomy.

Jul 28, 2017 16:37:03 #

carl hervol Loc: jacksonville florida

get a pare of welding goggles it harborfright for 5.00 and take out the lenses and make your one.it work fine .

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