T3D Re: The Themelis modification

[john bercovitz <bercov@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

>> I've added the Themelis column which gives the remaining
>> usable film width assuming a film gate of 34 mm width.  Shocking how
>> often this is the _real_ limitation!

> Depends on what kind of pictures you take.  I like macro shots (0.5 to
> 1.0 x magnification) of subjects with textures and little depth.  Things
> like coins, food items (cerials, noodles, fruits, bread). These items
> in close ups show a fascinating detail that is revealed via stereo
> photography.  By nature these subjects shot straight down (so that the
> depth comes only from the texture) have very little depth...
> 
> My only problem with these pictures is exactly the usuable film width.

Yes, it is macros with little depth but taken very close up that are the
problem.  I haven't but a lot of people like to take just this kind of shot.
Somehow my shots have all worked out to at least fit in a 5P mask.  Still
a valid point and I'm very glad you brought it to the list's attention (and 
to my attention).  

John B


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