P3D Re: Twinning SLRs

[JNorman805@xxxxxxx]

Jeremy Illingworth asks about experiences with twinning SLRs.  I've used
twinned SLRs almost exclusively, but after a brief flirtation with a pair of
non-electronics (Canon F-1n), I found I just couldn't get sych close enough
for strobe with the use of a twin shutter release.  So I bought a couple of
relatively inexpensive Canon EOS Rebel X bodies, 35-80 zoom lenses, and two
electrical remote sutter releases.  I spliced the two releases into a single
button, hooked up the two cameras to a wooden bracket bottom to bottom, rigged
up some toothed roller bearing wheels and matching undustrial belting so that
the two cameras zoom simultaneously, and voila!  --excellent synch.  Because
the cameras are positioned vertically, all my shots are side-by-side
verticals, perfect for a Holmes-type viewer.  Generally, though, I don't limit
myself to the 3.5-inch high format.  Rather, I try to compose carefully and
make full use of as near to full-frame 35 mm as I can.  The result is that
most of my shots wind up being a full 5 inches high.  I find I have no touble
seeing them through a Holmes-type viewer (or free viewing them).  Haven't yet
tried View Magic format.  Hope this helps.  Jim Norman


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