P3D Re: Hyperfocal Table for Kodak

[Paul Talbot <ptww@xxxxxxxxx>]

Michael Koss wrote:
> 
> Hi, I'm new to Stereo Photography

Welcome to the list, and to a great hobby, Michael!

> I recently purchased a Realist 3.5 and a Kodak
> Stereo Camera.  I noticed the Realist has a hyperfocal table printed on
> the inside lens cover to aid in focusing and depth of field.  I am
> wondering if someone has a table for the Kodak or would the settings be
> the same as my Realist 3.5.

I don't have the exact figures for the focal length of the
lenses of the two cameras, but they are certainly very close.
You should be able to use the same table.  Hyperfocal tables
by their nature are just an estimation of "acceptable focus."
In fact, we've established that there is more than one version
of the Realist hyperfocal table, one being considerably more
optimistic than the other.  So somewhere along the way the
meaning of "acceptable focus" changed.

It's a good idea to use the table conservatively, in any
event.  For example, if you are shooting with an f/stop
of f/16, use the entry in the table for f/11 or f/8, and
try to keep your depth range within the DOF range specified
for f/8.  Although you might not notice a difference when
projecting the slides, they'll appear sharper in a good
hand viewer.

Good luck with your new equipment, and keep us informed
of your stereo photo experiences.

Paul Talbot


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