Re: [APML] Canon AE1

["Bill Agerton" <agerton1@flash.net>]

Yes Ann, I use the AE-1 and the AE-1P both for astrophotography
and while the battery drain is significant on open shutter work this
problem can be solved by using a homemade adaptor in the
battery compartment to bring the leads out to 4 D cells which will
provide the needed 6 volts for several nights of open shutter work.
I also installed a Beattie Intenscreen in the AE-1P for added light
transmission to help with focusing.

The old F-1(mechanical) has also been recommended and is good
provided you can find one that hasn't been worked to death. Most
of these were purchased by professionals and have had a hard
life. Unless you need all of the accessories that the F-1 can be fitted
with, the FTb is also very good and can be found (usually) in better
condition and at a lesser price.

Bill Agerton


-----Original Message-----
From: Ann Hartman-Shaw <jmah@erols.com>
To: APML <astro-photo@seds.org>
Date: Monday, April 24, 2000 6:57 PM
Subject: [APML] Canon AE1


>Does anyone use this camera for astrophotography?  Is it any good?  Can you
>give me the Pros and Cons if possible?  Thanks.
>
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