P3D Re: Realist Macro

["Shu, Bill" <Bill.Shu@xxxxxxxx>]

David,
David 

Thank you for the input. 

My interest is to take sharp 3D stereo pairs of iris of the eye.   I would
like to have the iris as big as possible on the 
film.  In the picture, the reflection of the light source ( I imagine a ring
light around the lens for even light 
distribution) should only show up in the pupil and not spilled into the
iris.   I wonder if the de Wijs macro system you mentioned can accomplish
that?  Would it go down to about 1:1 ratio?  What about the light source?
Would it fit a longer focus lens so that I may have longer working distance
between the de Wijs macro system and the eye for lighting equipment?

When will you receive your RBT Macro Attachment?  You think it can take iris
pictures?  I am looking forward to see your iris 3D pairs.

Best Regards,
Bill

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> Date: Tue, 18 Aug 1998 20:06:07 +0000
> From: "David W. Kesner" <drdave@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: photo-3d@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: P3D Re: Realist Macro
> Message-ID: <199808190156.TAA28956@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> 
> Seems there has been a lot of talk about the Realist Macro recently, 
> but not much about other cameras/methods. Is this because those 
> people asking are looking for a "collector" camera rather than a 
> "user"?
> 
> If you are interested in actually taking stereo macros and not just 
> looking at the equipment on your mantle then read on.
> 
> For the claimed $4000 to $6000 for a Realist Macro you could buy an 
> RBT and the Macro attachment. The "entry level" X4 is $2100 and the 
> "top of the line" X3 is $3250. The macro attachment is $2300. Unlike 
> the Realist which is solely dedicated to a fixed macro you get both a 
> "normal" stereo camera and an infinitely focusable and selectable 
> separation (6 or 11mm) macro with the RBT. Not to mention that the 
> RBT is full frame.
> 
> Want something cheaper? The de Wijs macro system is designed to fit 
> almost any 35mm camera. It produces half frame images just like the 
> Realist. It is available in six different distance/image area 
> configurations to suit your individual needs. This set up is 
> basically just like the Realist with its frame finding wires 
> extending out beyond the lens.
> 
> I have seen the final product from both of these systems as well as 
> that of the Realist Macro. The quality of the image of all is superb. 
> So it is basically a question of cost and features.
> 
> Of course the cheapest way to go is a single camera and slide bar. 
> This I know has been discussed in detail recently so I won't repeat.
> 
> You can get more information about both the RBT and the de Wijs from 
> Jon Golden at 3-D Concepts <www.stereoscopy.com/3d-concepts>
> 
> Disclaimers:
> 
> I am in no way affiliated with 3-D Concepts (ok, so Jon is a friend, 
> but I don't own any stock). Prices may vary. Handling and shipping 
> extra. Availability limited to stock on hand.
> 
> I must admit that I am the very happy owner of an RBT X3A and soon to 
> be a very ecstatic owner of the RBT Macro Attachment. Once I am I 
> would very much like to exchange slides, ideas, questions, and tips 
> on stereo macro photography with anyone who is interested. Please 
> drop me a line.
> 
> Thanks for the time,
> 
> David W. Kesner
> Boise, Idaho, USA
> drdave@xxxxxxxxxx
> 


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