RE: camera info

[Willem-Jan Markerink <w.j.markerink@xxxxx>]

On 17 Dec 99 at 11:50, Canavan, Michael wrote:

> On the Spinshot.
> I don't think I am biased with my opinion about the spinshot.  Relevant
> information can only really come from people who have used the camera.  

Let me add my experiences....;-))
(I traded a new 202 for a Spinshot....haven't regretted it yet)
 
> I just think it is fine for *nonprofessionals* only.  

See it as the LOMO camera for pano-freaks....results can be quite 
interesting, but indeed hardly commercial....if only because a 10cm 
tall print is the most quality you are going to get from it (but at a 
full 360 swing, who cares (often nearly twice that, so you can even pick the 
best composition (read: start & end)).

> There is little flexibility with this camera. 
> You get an F11 only, with 1/500 or less. 

400 ASA in bright sunlight is mandatory....

> Shutter speed is not easily controllable.

I would say not at all, unless you can control the cord slipping back 
into the clockwork....

> You need to add a spirit level.

It has one on the bottom, works perfectly once you mount it on a 
tall monopod.
 
> But it is a fun little camera if you are interested in the fun aspect. 
> It could be frustrating for professional usage.

If only for the loading procedure (unloading in the dark).

Anyone ever tried to increase the slit width, to increase shutter 
time? Or would that introduce to much focus fuzziness, since the film 
is curved at that spot?
Banding ought to decrease with wider slits, not?

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Bye,

Willem-Jan Markerink


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is sometimes far less intelligent than
     the inability to understand


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