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Re: [OM] Macro method (Tubes Vs. Bellows)

Subject: Re: [OM] Macro method (Tubes Vs. Bellows)
From: Mark Dapoz <md@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sat, 14 Jul 2001 08:57:13 -0400 (EDT)
On Fri, 13 Jul 2001, Clendon Gibson wrote:

> My friend is of the opinion that several tube sets,
> and a focussing rail would be as good as a bellows.
> Better considering that he prefers to take his shots
> outdoors.
> 
> I find only one flaw and that is that the mounting for
> the tripod will be all the way to the end, unless
> there is such a thing as an extension tube with a
> tripod socket in it.
> 
> Anyone else care to offer an opinion?

Stacking extension tubes will work, but a better solution would be the
telescopic auto tube.  It'll solve your tripod socket problem and provied
the rigidity needed for field work.  Check the eSIF for details.
                                -mark


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