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@Darth Morgan, I don't mind, but I'm going to need a couple of hours as I just woke up and have a few honey does to do this morning  Here are. Few pics that I took the other day of "In God" and "We Trust" from a 1976 Proof set. Note that the coins are in their protective plastic case so there is some reflection. And I had to crop the heck out of them to get them under 300kb so a lot of the detail gets lost. Keep in mind that These two pics started out as 5mb and are now under 300kb.   |
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Thank you very much for posting those pictures. This is exactly what I'm looking for since I am currently unable to use those magnetized macro lenses for my iPhone 6S Plus. The magnets in the "stick on" macro lenses cause problems/interference with the iPhone 6's built-in image stabilization. It causes the view screen to exhibit rapid, erratic shaking. I never did like having to take my otterbox case off every time anyway, so I'm looking to find a more permanent fix for close-up macro photography for my coins. I appreciate it!
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Your very welcome I'm glad I was able to help! By the way, where is einstem, the original poster of this thread?  |
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Did you happen to take a full shot of the Ike dollar? Curious about the clarity and sharpness of the resulting image. It seems that using the 14" brass tube will more than allow for adequate lighting. I use 5 Jansjo lamps for my iPhone setup. BTW, I searched for the 14" x5/8" brass tube on the website you mentioned, but I can't find it there? Do you have a specific link? Thanks! |
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Sorry, I've been having problems with my laptop. I usually take the pics on the laptop, then email them to myself and post from my IPad. I tried to send two obverse and two reverse pics but for some reason only the obverse one's went through. I didn't spend a lot of time searching for the 5/8" x 14" tube when I posted that link. I picked mine up from Orchard Supply Hardware.   Edited by Tootallious
02/18/2018 7:55 pm
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Thanks again, Tootallious. That first image gives me an idea of what to expect. As always, tweaking the lighting will be the key factor in producing the best results and getting the most out of this piece of equipment. I took this picture of a 78-D just a while ago. The image is not in complete focus, which is a limitation of the current setup. I'm a perfectionist, though. I know this image is fine, especially for how it is used. I just want to keep improving, ya know? Eventually, I plan to purchase a 100mm macro lens for my Canon EOS Rebel T6. Eventually.....  In the meantime, this microscope will allow me to get those really close shots of mint marks, error anomalies, etc. Here's the Ike:  Edited by Darth Morgan
02/18/2018 9:29 pm
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I agree! It's all about the lighting. I've only had the Celestron a little over a week so I'm still experimenting and learning what works and what doesn't.
Your picture came out really well by the way!
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All,
Been away for a bit, but thanks all for the great responses on the USB.
Based on everyone's comments, I'm going to go with the Celestron and upgrade to a longer rod to be able to get the full coin in view. Looks like the best bet for the money.
Regards,
Michael
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Glad to see you back if you have any problems with the longer tube or set up, let me know and I'll help in any way I can  |
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I have the Celestron...any suggestions on the lighting? Here is the results of trying to get a good shot at 1/2 dollar.   |
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@murty, lighting seems to be our number 1 enemy! I'm still trying to figure what works best with my Celestron. On really shiny coins sunlight through a window and the light on the scope dimmed as far as possible seems to work the best for me but as the sun goes from one side of my house to the other the light is constantly changing which changes the outcome. It seems like a never ending battle! I have a small photo box that works great for smaller coins but with the 14" tube it does not fit into the box.mi can't remember the exact measurements of the box but I think it's around 9" X 9" X 12". I'm sure that I can modify it to make it taller so I can fit the scope with the long tube into it, I just haven't had the time. Try to experiment with the sunlight and write down the times of the day that you achieve the best pics. That kind of sucks because you only have a small window of time for taking pics when it shouldn't make any difference. That is where the photo box helps. I purchased it on ebay for under $10 including shipping. It comes completely flat and you unfold it and snap it together. It also has a strip of LED lights but they are not adjustable. I've included a couple of pics of it with my old Carson microscope in it.    |
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Thanks....Do I just do a search for photo box?
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Tootallious,
Why you want to fit whole camera in light box, if you need to shot only small coins?
You can try to made small ligthbox and it is free. Just cut bottom from white yogurt box and put box over the coin. You can light it from sides and inside surface give you luminosity. It works fine for my USB scope.
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02/24/2018 10:58 am
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JustWalking,  If it is possible I would like to see a picture of your setup as I am trying to understand how you do this. Do you have to position the coin and focus it first then cover it? |
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