sorry..more on lens adapter

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the differences in mounting it...j-bo

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

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The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it. Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

j-bo said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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Hi New User,

The significant differences are related to longevity and functionality. The aluminum has a much longer life span as many of my Xtend-a-Lens customers have indicated that their plastic Kodak units have either cross-threaded in the front or the clamping ring has cracked or broken.

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

L.Cline said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

Click to expand...

Click to expand...

Phil Williams said:

Hi New User,
The significant differences are related to longevity and
functionality. The aluminum has a much longer life span as many of
my Xtend-a-Lens customers have indicated that their plastic Kodak
units have either cross-threaded in the front or the clamping ring
has cracked or broken.

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need
only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think
most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change
lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their
lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

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Cross threading has been a concern with the Kodak lens adapter.... have been very careful with it. Wonder why Kodak didn't make it out of metal?

Member said:

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

Member said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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Hmm.... there in the problem may lay..as in on the xtend a lens..

Being a rubber boot, what is the longevity on that? Wouldn't one think, with continual use of maybe taking it off and then back on again ( I would assume you would have to when not using a add on lens), that this would be a wear problem? How long before this rubber may shred or tear? Of course, most of us understand how to take care of our precious purchases, but for those that are continually in a hurry, I could forsee a problem there also..
How does the rubber not get out of shape?
How well does it fit to where the lens is in perfect alignment?

I understand the aluminum end of it, but in reality, aluminum can crossthread also, just not as easy as the plastic of Kodak..

Actually, I would assume the best design woulda been to make the whole thing outta aluminum eh?

Looking at the Kodak and the xtend a lens, it looks as if there are cutouts on the kodak unit. Could this be for wide angle lenses? Does the xtend a lens have these?

Just looking for info.. not bashing either one. Looking for someone who has used both extensively to respond... THANX... j-bo

Phil Williams said:

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need
only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think
most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change
lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their
lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

Member said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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I have the exact same question, too. Hope someone can answer. Looks like both the Kodak and Photosolve lens adaptors are 43mm. The Photosolve is metal and seems much sturdier. But, the Photosolve slips on the barrel, instead of screwing on, so how accurate is the alignment? Also, after repeated slips on and off, will the Photosolve mess up the barrel in any way?

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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i have the photosolve.com lens adapter for my dc4800.
i have not had the chance to compare it directly w/
kodak's version since it has not arrived yet

oh well, i guess i should count myself lucky, cuz otherwise,
i would not have the PS version right now.

the "rubber" used is "textured" so it acts like a sponge.
it creates tiny pockets of vacuum when slipped onto the
dc4800 (to put it elegantly). to take it off you twist slightly
(to break the vacuum seal) and pull. the fit is very snug
and i definitely don't see any alignment problems. the
one i have is well manufactured, so it has a true 90degrees
cut (i checked).

how strong is the seal? as long as you do not use your
camera as a sling shot, you can hold the camera by the
adapter. (do note the part about not flinging it around)

as for wear and tear, i do not really know. i believe mr.
williams (the owner) has a dc4800, so you might want to post
a msg on his bulletin board and ask how the paint on his
dc4800 is fairing.

personally, i keep my adapter on my camera at all times
it protects the protruding lens barrow and i plan on buying
a 43mm UV filter to totally seal out dust and other bad things.
(not a bad idea if i do say so myself.)

of course that is just my personal preference, and it does help
that my dc4800 case (the grey one from kodak) allows me
to close the cover w/ the lens adapter attached.

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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I have two of Photosolves's adapters.
One for my Kodak 2x lens, and one for

my CrystalVue 8x monocular lens. I recommend it. Its solid, slips on easily, its sturdy.

• Shel

Eric A. said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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Sheldon, Could you please say a bit more on the 8X monocular lens? What is it and what do you use it for, how are the results, how much does it sell for and where?

I'm also a 35mm hobbiest and would like some longer reach now and then. Thanks for your thoughts...

Bob

Sheldon Levenstein said:

• Shel

Eric A. said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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i have the kodak adapter, which i bought as i knew i'd be waiting a long time for the freebie.

the kodak is plastic, and i worry about the threads, but then the lenses in the kit from kodak , except the macros, have carbon fiber (?---doesn't seem quite like plastic, but it ain't metal) housings----so i'd rather strip the threads on the adapter than on the lenses---their plastic seems harder than the adapter's. third party lenses may be different. it's really a pity when 'economizations' like this are encountered. so short sighted....

the kodak has an integral lens shade, shaped for wide angle (28mm/35mm equiv). it is not usable with the 2x or wide angle lenses.

the kodak is a cam-lock fit with a 'key' on the bottom that aligns with a notch on the lens barrell bottom, assuring correct alignment.

Phil,

Does your Xtend-a-lens adapter allow usage of the Kodak Ektanar lens kit for the 4800?

I bought both their lens kit and their adapter ealrier this week and had them shipped overnight since both items were in stock, but it turns out that the Kodak lens adapter is now on back order, so I have lenses that I can't use for now.

If your adapter will work here, I'll go to your site and order one right away, saving their for a back up once it comes. Advice? (Thanks)

Regards,
Bob

Phil Williams said:

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need
only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think
most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change
lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their
lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

Member said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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why don't you use your brain a little, bob

if you did your hw, you would know that phil's adapter for
the dc4800 has a 43mm thread. guess what the kodak
dc4800 lens adapter as well as the dc4800 lens kit also
uses 43mm threads.

i hate leeches.

Bob said:

Does your Xtend-a-lens adapter allow usage of the Kodak Ektanar
lens kit for the 4800?

I bought both their lens kit and their adapter ealrier this week
and had them shipped overnight since both items were in stock, but
it turns out that the Kodak lens adapter is now on back order, so I
have lenses that I can't use for now.

If your adapter will work here, I'll go to your site and order one
right away, saving their for a back up once it comes. Advice?
(Thanks)

Regards,
Bob

Phil Williams said:

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need
only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think
most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change
lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their
lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

[email protected] said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

Click to expand...

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acorntree,

Thanks for your helpful reply - that is what I thought these forums were for.

However, the tone of your response would suggest otherwise. Would you rather than those of us who don't know everything not ask for help here?

acorntree said:

if you did your hw, you would know that phil's adapter for
the dc4800 has a 43mm thread. guess what the kodak
dc4800 lens adapter as well as the dc4800 lens kit also
uses 43mm threads.

i hate leeches.

Bob said:

Does your Xtend-a-lens adapter allow usage of the Kodak Ektanar
lens kit for the 4800?

I bought both their lens kit and their adapter ealrier this week
and had them shipped overnight since both items were in stock, but
it turns out that the Kodak lens adapter is now on back order, so I
have lenses that I can't use for now.

If your adapter will work here, I'll go to your site and order one
right away, saving their for a back up once it comes. Advice?
(Thanks)

Regards,
Bob

Phil Williams said:

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need
only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think
most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change
lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their
lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

acorntree said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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i don't mind helping pple who need help.

are you saying that you are not capable of finding the link below:

http://photosolve.com/xtendalens.asp

and the paragraph below in the link above P:

"The Xtend-a-Lens is made from anodized aluminum and is lightweight -- 2 ounces. It's fitted with a standard, metal 49mm thread (Xtend-a-Lens 290) or 43mm thread (Xtend-a-Lens 4800) to which you can add filters, lenses, lens hoods, and other attachments."

Bob said:

Thanks for your helpful reply - that is what I thought these forums
were for.

However, the tone of your response would suggest otherwise. Would
you rather than those of us who don't know everything not ask for
help here?

acorntree said:

if you did your hw, you would know that phil's adapter for
the dc4800 has a 43mm thread. guess what the kodak
dc4800 lens adapter as well as the dc4800 lens kit also
uses 43mm threads.

i hate leeches.

Bob said:

Does your Xtend-a-lens adapter allow usage of the Kodak Ektanar
lens kit for the 4800?

I bought both their lens kit and their adapter ealrier this week
and had them shipped overnight since both items were in stock, but
it turns out that the Kodak lens adapter is now on back order, so I
have lenses that I can't use for now.

If your adapter will work here, I'll go to your site and order one
right away, saving their for a back up once it comes. Advice?
(Thanks)

Regards,
Bob

Phil Williams said:

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need
only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think
most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change
lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their
lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

[email protected] said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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If you don't like what you read, ignore it. Where do you get off thinking it's your mission in life to insult people who ask what you consider to be dumb questions? Not everyone is the fountain of wisdom that you so obviously are.

acorntree said:

are you saying that you are not capable of finding the link below:

http://photosolve.com/xtendalens.asp

and the paragraph below in the link above P:
"The Xtend-a-Lens is made from anodized aluminum and is lightweight
-- 2 ounces. It's fitted with a standard, metal 49mm thread
(Xtend-a-Lens 290) or 43mm thread (Xtend-a-Lens 4800) to which you
can add filters, lenses, lens hoods, and other attachments."

Bob said:

Thanks for your helpful reply - that is what I thought these forums
were for.

However, the tone of your response would suggest otherwise. Would
you rather than those of us who don't know everything not ask for
help here?

acorntree said:

if you did your hw, you would know that phil's adapter for
the dc4800 has a 43mm thread. guess what the kodak
dc4800 lens adapter as well as the dc4800 lens kit also
uses 43mm threads.

i hate leeches.

Bob said:

Does your Xtend-a-lens adapter allow usage of the Kodak Ektanar
lens kit for the 4800?

I bought both their lens kit and their adapter ealrier this week
and had them shipped overnight since both items were in stock, but
it turns out that the Kodak lens adapter is now on back order, so I
have lenses that I can't use for now.

If your adapter will work here, I'll go to your site and order one
right away, saving their for a back up once it comes. Advice?
(Thanks)

Regards,
Bob

Phil Williams said:

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need
only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think
most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change
lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their
lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

acorntree said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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Thanks Bill! I thought I was going to have to stand up to this bully all by myself . It's always nice when a third party injects an objective assessment - I appreciate it...

Regards,
Bob

Bill said:

acorntree said:

are you saying that you are not capable of finding the link below:

http://photosolve.com/xtendalens.asp

and the paragraph below in the link above P:
"The Xtend-a-Lens is made from anodized aluminum and is lightweight
-- 2 ounces. It's fitted with a standard, metal 49mm thread
(Xtend-a-Lens 290) or 43mm thread (Xtend-a-Lens 4800) to which you
can add filters, lenses, lens hoods, and other attachments."

Bob said:

Thanks for your helpful reply - that is what I thought these forums
were for.

However, the tone of your response would suggest otherwise. Would
you rather than those of us who don't know everything not ask for
help here?

acorntree said:

if you did your hw, you would know that phil's adapter for
the dc4800 has a 43mm thread. guess what the kodak
dc4800 lens adapter as well as the dc4800 lens kit also
uses 43mm threads.

i hate leeches.

Bob said:

Does your Xtend-a-lens adapter allow usage of the Kodak Ektanar
lens kit for the 4800?

I bought both their lens kit and their adapter ealrier this week
and had them shipped overnight since both items were in stock, but
it turns out that the Kodak lens adapter is now on back order, so I
have lenses that I can't use for now.

If your adapter will work here, I'll go to your site and order one
right away, saving their for a back up once it comes. Advice?
(Thanks)

Regards,
Bob

Phil Williams said:

It is much easier to install the Xtend-a-Lens as well, as you need
only slip it on. The rubber material grips the barrel, and I think
most user's would tell you that this makes it quite easy to change
lenses quickly. Several users have bought one for each of their
lenses so that they can do a quick change...
Hope this helps.
Best,
Phil Williams
http://www.photosolve.com

New User said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

Click to expand...

The Kodak lens slides on and has a ring that turns to tighten it.
Don't know if one is better than the other......seems to me the
aluminum would be better than this piece of plastic, but it works.

Bill42690 said:

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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http://www.ckcpower.com/
CrystalVue 8x monoculars. Tom's a great guy.

I've been playing with it this week. I haven't had a chance to use it during daylight hours yet. I have taken several really amazing night shots, (time exposures) with the 8x converter, as well as a couple of indoor shots. I don't have them on a web page ... yet. I guess I took a couple that were still before sunset.

I live in Austin, TX. I went up to Mt Bonnell and shots some pictures of the houses, sunset, boats, and the downtown.

First, focusing is the trickiest part. It seems to be usable from 2x to 3x (DC4800 zoom), though I've only taken pictures at 3x so far. The focusing plane is shallow, and not quite flat so sometimes the edges are sharp, and sometimes they're not. The middle is tack sharp. Almost as good as the native DC4800. On the two 8x10 printouts I did it looks more like the sharpness of a 1000x1500 image then a 1440x2160. Very good. People in my office awe at the photo of Lady Liberty, next to a photo of the capital dome. One was shot at 28mm, the other at 3x + CrystalVue8x = 672mm.

Color is excellent. Chromatic distortion is very minimal. Focusing is a total *****, and I haven't mastered it yet. It helps to know the exact infinity setting of the monoculars for distance shooting. Otherwise, focus the monoculars through the viewfinder, about midways. http://www.photosolve.com/ has an LCD viewer that helps in daylight. Then the camera focuses itself just fine. The closest focus is about 1 meter.

A tripod is a must. Since I was shooting in the evening with time exposures, wind was a real problem. I couldn't get the tripod to hold the camera steady enough to get a tack sharp picutre most of the time. I took one hand held picture at 1/500th that came out good.

I will repost all of my observations with photos sometime this weekend. I also want to take same high power flash photos of the Texas Bats making their nightly journey out of the Congress bridge with my CrystalVue 8x.

• Shel

The

[email protected] said:

Sheldon, Could you please say a bit more on the 8X monocular lens?
What is it and what do you use it for, how are the results, how
much does it sell for and where?

I'm also a 35mm hobbiest and would like some longer reach now and
then. Thanks for your thoughts...

Bob

Sheldon Levenstein said:

• Shel

Eric A. said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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forgot, it sells for $150
CrystalVue 8x monoculars
http://www.ckcpower.com/

Also, the kodak 2x lens is EXCELLENT, and much easier to use. Equivelent quality to the raw DC4800, but only usable at 3x zoom, equals about 160mm. I really recommend PhotoSolves slip on adapter. The LCD viewer is fun too.
http://www.photosolve.com/

• Shel

Bob said:

I'm also a 35mm hobbiest and would like some longer reach now and
then. Thanks for your thoughts...

Bob

Sheldon Levenstein said:

• Shel

Eric A. said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

Click to expand...

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Very helpful and interesting Sheldon - I've just received the Kodak lens kit and am awaiting an adapter from PhotoDolve to try them out. I'll learn more about the monocular from the web site you mentioned. Thanks again.

Regards, Bob

Sheldon Levenstein said:

Also, the kodak 2x lens is EXCELLENT, and much easier to use.
Equivelent quality to the raw DC4800, but only usable at 3x zoom,
equals about 160mm. I really recommend PhotoSolves slip on adapter.
The LCD viewer is fun too.
http://www.photosolve.com/

• Shel

Bob said:

I'm also a 35mm hobbiest and would like some longer reach now and
then. Thanks for your thoughts...

Bob

Sheldon Levenstein said:

• Shel

Eric A. said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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Bob, do you know if the Photosolve sleeve can be used for the Kodak Ektanar +7 / +10 closeup lenses?

Eric

Bob said:

Regards, Bob

Sheldon Levenstein said:

Also, the kodak 2x lens is EXCELLENT, and much easier to use.
Equivelent quality to the raw DC4800, but only usable at 3x zoom,
equals about 160mm. I really recommend PhotoSolves slip on adapter.
The LCD viewer is fun too.
http://www.photosolve.com/

• Shel

Bob said:

I'm also a 35mm hobbiest and would like some longer reach now and
then. Thanks for your thoughts...

Bob

Sheldon Levenstein said:

• Shel

Eric A. said:

j-bo said:

Looking at the pictures of the xtend a lens adapter and the real
Kodak adapter...

How does the kodak mount?

I see that the xtend a lens has a rubber grip on it...and of course
is aluminum ..

Is one mount better than the other? thanx..

I know there is a zillion posts on this, but haven't seen the
differences in mounting it...j-bo

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