Re: [photo-3d] Re: Best mounting instructions for complete novice?

[Linda Nygren <lnygren@xxxxxxx>]

Where can these magnifiers be obtained? Is this a head-band type
magnifying apparatus that you use? -Linda

John Goodman wrote:
> In my (not so long) experience, the benefits of using a "SAM"
> setup simply cannot be overemphasized. "SAM" = stereo active
> mounting (?), meaning that you see the stereo window and
> how its apparent position changes *in real time* as you move
> the chips closer together or further apart. With practice, it
> becomes a joy to set the window *exactly* where you want it,
> where other people will enjoy seeing it too.
> 
> A "SAM" system doesn't have to be fancy. There are two Peak
> (Japanese company name) stereo magnifiers, both of which
> have adjustable interocular spacing, are durably made, and
> should cost less than $30. The simple lenses are 4X or 2X. I use
> the 4X for the "SAM" thing and the 2X for previewing pairs in
> translucent sorting boxes. Other lens pairs or hand viewer parts
> could be used with equal or better results I'm sure.

 

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