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Introduction to Digiscoping vol-2(From digiscoping equipment to tips on photographic techniques)
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Digiscoping with SLR cameras

Digiscoping with digital SLR cameras and Fieldscopes

*Spotting Scopes cannot be used

With even higher image quality,
serious supertelephoto photography* is possible.


Special camera attachment fits directly to the F mount of a Nikon digital SLR camera, and attachment to a Fieldscope is easy. An eyepiece is not required.

You can use either the aperture priority auto or the manual exposure mode.

You can use either the center weighted metering or the spot metering method. (With the D2x, the multi-pattern metering mode is also available.)

All lenses are multi-coated and have excellent optical design.

* When using all Fieldscope ED82 and ED78 series :
Focal distance: 1,500 mm Aperture: f13
*When using Fieldscope III, II or I series :
Focal distance: 1,200 mm Aperture: f13
(Focal distances are expressed in 35 mm camera equivalents)

Note
Focusing: You cannot use the camera's autofocus function or other focusing aids, so focus is achieved using the focusing ring on the Fieldscope. Digiscoping is supertelephoto photography, so please use caution to avoid camera shake.

*  Click here to view updated combination information for the Digiscoping System.

Example: combination of Fieldscope ED82 with Fieldscope Digital SLR Camera Attachment FSA-L1 and D80 digital SLR camera.


Specialized attachment for Nikon digital SLR cameras

Fieldscope Digital SLR
Camera Attachment FSA-L1

Usable cameras
Digital SLR Cameras
D2 series / D1 series / D200 / D100 / D80
D70 series / D50 / D40 series

Usable Fieldscopes*
All Fieldscope ED82, EDIII, ED78, III, II, and I series

* Nikon recommends the use of ED type Fieldscopes that incorporate ED glass, which cuts down on chromatic aberration and provides a sharp image.

Compiled with the assistance of Mr.Yoshiharu Ishimaru of DIGISCO.COM Co., Ltd.

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