Digi-scoping Concerns! (1 Viewer)

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Tom

• Feb 15, 2004

• #1

Hi,

After a day out with my equipment, including the LCE adapter and Generic Shutter release arm, ive returned with a couple of concerns.

First one, is regarding the shutter release cable (Jessops) I find it quite a struggle getting it to screw into the EagleEye Generic Shutter arm, and can see problems with cross-threading occuring pretty soon, if not already. Does anyone have any experience of this and suggestions for dealing with it? Am i best really going for it and using pliers to force the cable into the Generic arm, leaving it permanently attached? (Not really checked the full condition since getting back)

My other concern is regarding the LCE adapter. Ive noticed that very fine particles of aluminium from the adapter lie on the cp4500 lens when i take it off. I worry that these may cause scratches on the lens. Whats the best way of dealing with this issue?

Any ideas for the above will be gratefully received........... :t:

thanks

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IanF

Moderator

• Feb 15, 2004

• #2

Hi Tracker,

As regards the LCE adapter, I'd give the lens surface a good blowing to get the dust off folowed by a very gentle wiping. I didn't have this problem, but it may be a good idea to give the adapter threads a good wipe over before reattaching it. I just leave the adapter permanently attached to the camera.

Likewise with the cable release on the Generic Shutter Release arm. I screwed it on real tight when I first got it and have never removed it since. Now if it was the Jessops one you'd got, that is made of plastic and strips real easy.

 

christineredgate

Winner of the Copeland Wildlife Photographer of th

• Feb 15, 2004

• #3

Yes,Tracker,I leave all extras in place,the adaptor I never remove,the threads seem quite flimsy,but seem to be firm once attached,so do not want to wear out the threads by keep unscrewing all the time.I also have another good reason why I leave things attached I am very prone to cross threading on screws !!.I also leave the remote attached,again saves wear and tear.I do not use the Nikon case,but a larger Lowepro type bag,into which the camera plus attachment drops in,and spare batteries,cards,lcd shield,eveything all in one place.

 

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Tom

• Feb 15, 2004

• #4

Thanks for the suggestions, Ian and Christine.
I only wish i had waited before buying the Lowepro D-Res 30AW bag now, cos that just wont hold the CP4500 with accessories still attached.

Thanks again,

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christineredgate

Winner of the Copeland Wildlife Photographer of th

• Feb 15, 2004

• #5

Tracker,the bag I use for the 4500 is a Wynnster.It is slightly longer,and not as tall as the Lowepro,that was a freebie with Birdwatch subs,but is the right size for the Fuji camera as it is a bigger camera.But this Wynnster bag is very roomy with lots of compartments and holds the camera plus all extras with no trouble and room to spare.Also a light bag.

 

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Tom

• Feb 15, 2004

• #6

Thanks for the recommendation, Christine........ :t:

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IanF

Moderator

• Feb 16, 2004

• #7

I use the D-Res 30 AW Lowe Pro and everything fits in like a glove with the adapter and shutter release bracket / cable attached - plus spare CF card and spare battery.

I like it as it fits snuggly as a waste belt pack and has a built in waterproof cover - just in case.

 

Last edited: Feb 17, 2004

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Tom

• Feb 16, 2004

• #8

Maybe i need to juggle about a bit.

Thanks,

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IanF

Moderator

• Feb 17, 2004

• #9

There you go Tracker.

It's a snug fit at first but once the new bag 'gives' a little, everything slots in nicely.

 

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Tom

• Feb 17, 2004

• #10

Thanks Ian, for the piccies. I did already believe you, ya know!.........

I did wonder about the dust cover for the cp4500. Do you not bother to have that on?

Thanks,

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IanF

Moderator

• Feb 17, 2004

• #11

I used to put the lens dust cover on and then used to put a plastic lens hood over the last adapter, but nowadays I never bother with either. By leaving the adapter in place there is no chance of fingers or anything else coming into contact with the camera lens and a year on, the lens is still unmarked - so it works for me.

 

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Tom

• Feb 17, 2004

• #12

Hey good point, regarding the avoidance of finger marks. I may give it a try.

Ian, im grateful for your patience with me regarding these issues. Thanks a bunch!....... :t:

Btw....You missed your 'un-deliberate' (or was it deliberate?) pun about the shower proof cover 'just in case'......(thats just where it is, isnt it?.......It is pretty useful).......

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Last edited: Feb 17, 2004

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Elizabeth Bigg

Addicted member

• Feb 17, 2004

• #13

IanF said:

There you go Tracker.

It's a snug fit at first but once the new bag 'gives' a little, everything slots in nicely.

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Thanks for this Ian - and do I recognise a "Back Friend" here?