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I have gone through this entire thread a couple of times over and I have found it to be absolutely invaluable. Really, this is just awesome.
That being said, I have a question!
Is it possible to purchase everything in the recommended setup but replace the Canon XS with a newer Canon that offers wifi connectivity? I see that some of the newer models offer the ability to control the camera via your mobile phone and send the photos from the camera to the computer automatically. Wow, this would save a great deal of time. For instance, if I bought a newer canon, would everything connect up right and function correctly? I'm sorry if this is obvious to some...
Thank you so much,
Michael
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I use a Canon 70D and it works great!
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New Member
United States
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Thanks for the reply Dar.
So you use the Canon 70D along with the list at the beginning of this thread (included below)? Have you used the EOS Remote mobile app? If so, what do you think of it?
EOS-M42 Adapter
M42 focusing helicoid, 17-31mm
M42 extensions, 2 sets 7/14/28mm
M42-M39 adapter
M42-RMS Adapter
Nikon 75mm EL-Nikkor Lens
Nikon M5 or Plan4 objective
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
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Yes, no worries about using any Canon EOS camera, but there are certain models you should avoid due to EFSC not working properly to eliminate shutter shake. I don't have a definitive list but for sure the 60D has shaking issues. AFAIK all of the Txi/Txs models are OK.
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I generally use the camera through live view. I have only fooled around with the remote through my other devices. I feel there is more control using the computer over the other devices.
That's just me though.
There is a thread somewhere here where you can see my set up that the great people here help me set up. Might be back a while though.
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On Canon cameras you need to be in Live View to have the EFSC be functional. And also in most (but not all) when you are in Live View, you have no choice...EFSC is always on. This is why we recommend using Live View (and preferably tethered to a computer), ie so that EFSC is active.
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I use a Nikon D3300. It's not too good with coins.
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The D3300 should be able to produce decent coin shots. What is the issue? The D3300 has Live View, which helps eliminate mirror slap vibrations. It doesn't have EFSC, but for full-coin photos that may still be OK. I'm very curious why you say it isn't good with coins, and would love to hear your experiences. Are you using a macro lens, somtething like the <$400 system, or ?
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United States
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Thanks for answering my question guys. Am looking into the Canon t6i. I see that most dealers with the cheapest price are actually selling the international version of the camera because they can get it for cheaper and thus resell for less. Does this make any difference?
Also, my primary goal is to capture Morgans. Will the 75mm work for full coin *and* full slab shots or do I need to look into something different?
Thanks again...
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12/29/2016 5:22 pm
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United States
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Tritones, with your 14/28mm extensions (or a bellows), the 75mm will capture slabs and silver dollars.
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Tritones, with your 14/28mm extensions (or a bellows), the 75mm will capture slabs and silver dollars. It may depend on the bellows, adapters, and lens, etc. I have a T6s, which should have the same sensor as the T6i. With a Pentax M42 Auto-bellows and the 75mm APO-Rodagon D 1x, I can easily capture silver dollars, but not full PCGS/NGC slabs. |
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Thanks NoPoMoCo and pepactonius.
I decided to stick to the exact setup recommended at the beginning of this thread, including the Canon XS, to see where I'd land with it. I now have everything for the exception of the 2 sets of extension tubes that are floating around in China some place. Although I wanted to get a T6i, some of the comments I read here and other places - once I actually took in and registered their meaning, that is - regarding mobile devices and live view kind of scared me off. I was hoping to control things with my tablet but from what I gather, they haven't polished that area of things up yet. The reason for wanting to even use the tablet in the first place was to avoid problems related to space, but it seems I will only be creating new problems by attempting to use a feature that's not yet ready for use with what I intend on doing. It should also be emphasized that I have not a clue as to what the heck I'm talking about. But that's why I'm here, on my knees, begging for guidance. :)
Pepactonius: Have you had any luck using a mobile device such as an iPad with your T6s in place of the live view with standard computer?
Oi bellows. This subject has confused me. Do you simply adjust the bellows rail and leave the camera stationary between slab and dollar shots for example? Or do bellows restrict you to fine careful tuning adjustments? I guess the same question can be applied to the extension tubes. Will I be leaving the camera in place and adding/subtracting extension tubes in order to flip between fitting a slab in the frame and the silver dollar itself in the frame? I apologize if this has been covered but being completely new to everything photography, I'm still in the process of wrapping my head around some things. It will help once I have the setup hooked together so that I can learn from experience.
Btw, Goodman's book has been very helpful. That and this forum. I have been reading nonstop!
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welecome Tritones. first what are you using to mount your camera a tripod or enlarger stand. second no matter which one you use to get started. when you attach the extension tubes. between them an the camera body will be a focusing helicoid. that is how you will adjust your focus. that works very well. once you get going we will help you.
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Valued Member
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It's best to put them in the following order:
Camera...EOS Adapter...Helicoid...Extensions...Nikon Lens
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Camera...EOS Adapter...Helicoid...RMS Adapter...Plan4
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01/09/2017 6:22 pm
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New Member
United States
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rocky - I have been looking for a stand for weeks. I took a look at a Polaroid MP4 copy stand that's available locally and it seems like it would work well. It is LARGE though. But it seemed to function nicely. Feelings on this?
rmc- Awesome, this is how I set things up - minus the extensions. I studied your pictures closely!
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