Re: [APML] Camera's?

[Torben Ask <task@get2net.dk>]

Vixens camera is indeed a re-badged Pentax (K-1000 I think) but with with a
focusing screen specifically designed for astrophtography. It's a nice camera
but not really worth the money when you can get a used OM-1 for the same price.
Keep in mind that as OM-4 is still in productionj you can still get all the
focusing screens you want. Futhermore it's shutter produces very little
vibration. Alternatives could be a used Canon F1(NOT "Canon F1n" which needs a
battery!) or a Nikon F2.

I suggest you take a look at Jerry Lodriguss' homepage where he has a feature on
Camera for Astrophotography on:

http://www.astropix.com/HTML/I_ASTROP/CAMERA.HTM

Best regards


Torben Ask

"I.J Jordan" wrote:

> Seasons Greeting to One and All
>
> I am curious:I have read with interest the various this "camera versus that
> camera" discussions,searched the archives but am unable to find any
> references to "Vixen's" own camera.Is there a particular reason for this? I
> have a feeling that it may be considered overpriced for what you get because
> looking at my copy of the Vixen catalogue I could almost get 2 used OM1's
> here in the UK for the same price.But should there be anyone that has used
> it or indeed using it I would appreciate any comments.Is it a "re-badged"
> something else,is it metal or plastic (for want of a better term),and how is
> the "specially designed" focusing screen?
>
> Looking foeward to thoughts and comments
>
> Ian & Linda Jordan
>
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