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I saw someone post about having his Digital Camera Tethered to the Computer, so that he can see the coin image before he shoots it & make appropriate adjustments. Anybody can tell me how to do that?  |
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I currently have that setup with a Canon Rebel XT, a copy stand, and DSLR Remote Pro.
I wouldn't take pictures any other way!
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It requires specific software and support for your camera. If I recall correctly, Zoom Browser for your S2 IS does do it. You'll need to check the instructions for your version of Zoom Browser to figure out how it works in your specific application.
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I have a Canon PowerShot G9, and use a software program called PSRemote by BreezeSystems. It works great for me. You hook your camera via USB to your computer and adjust settings right from your computer screen, shoot the shot, review it, change settings if necessary, them save it. Very simple and fast. Some cameras are not supported, the web page gives a list of cameras that are. Google BreezeSystems and then select PSRemote from the list to learn more.
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I have a Canon PowerShot G9, and use a software program called PSRemote by BreezeSystems. I have DSLRPro from them, and I can attest to the quality of the software. However, at $95 I'm not sure yechi7 wants to pay more for the software than he did for the camera.  |
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SuperDave...What software would you recommend for Nikon D40 Tethered to the Computer.
Thanks
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Valued Member
Sweden
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I started with photographing, but found it much easier with the scanner. In that way to get it to the computer directly. The light might not be the best though, but it's more likely that you get a sharp image. (Well, at least I think that, lol!)
Would like some tips about how to photographing coins in the best way?
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I found that scanning just doesn't catch the color of a coin as the light would in hand.It flattens it.
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Yeah, that's true. The reason why I scan is mostly because I'm lazy, lol.
I've been trying with some photographing, but I find it hard to get the right light and the shadows.
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SuperDave...What software would you recommend for Nikon D40 Tethered to the Computer. I'm a Canon guy, not a Nikon guy, so I'm not really familiar with what works best or what's the best bang for the buck. That said, this looks good: http://www.oxfordeye.co.uk/TetherPr...therPro.aspxQuote:
I found that scanning just doesn't catch the color of a coin as the light would in hand.It flattens it. Get a small piece of glass, and set it flat on the scanner surface. Put the coin on top of the glass, so it's between the coin and the scanner. Prop up one edge of the glass with something so that it's tilted - not so much as the thickness of a pencil - and scan it. Your scanner's ability to keep the whole coin in focus may vary, so you may need to vary the tilt, or even prop both sides up so your glass is parallel to the scanner. Either way, I think you'll be surprised at the result. |
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SuperDave
Thanks for the feedback
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