RE: [APML] Nikon FM10 Or olympus OM2000

[Jon Kolb <jkolb@mindport.com>]

Tommy,

> I just want to ask for you guys  some opinion about 35mm SLR 
> camera for my 
> astrophotography session.
> Can someone give me an opinion about this two kind of camera. 
> Which one is the 
> best or better for astrophotography!

I believe that both are made by Cosina, and given slightly different
cosmetic touches for Nikon and Olympus.  Both cameras have mechanical
shutters, which is a good thing for astrophotography, but neither will allow
you to change the focusing screen to a brighter one.  I have the FM10, and
for the money it is a decent camera, but be sure to take the battery out
these before you start a long time exposure - the red LED will fog the film
otherwise.

Ultimately I think it comes down to whether you want to use Nikon or Olympus
lenses.  The selection is far greater with Nikon.

Sincerely,
Jon Kolb
Adventures in Astrophotography
http://home.datawest.net/jkolb/
jkolb@mindport.com

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