On July 4, 2004 06:00 pm, RSkirvin wrote: > I'd like to ask a question to all of you with camera knowledge or that film > golf swings. My problem is that I just built a new golf shop (24' x 20') > and I can't get a golfer in full frame from 10' away. I use a Sony DV > camera and Cswing software, this wasn't a problem outside, but now within > the confines of the building it is a problem. I don't use a tape in the > camera I just capture to the software. Does anyone know of a camera or > different lens that could help? > > Thanks, > Rick
Hi, You can buy a wide angle lens, for most any DV camera. If you list exactly what camera it is, I (or any one of us) can look up the specs, to see what the thread size is, at the very from of the camera. (It is usually stated on the lens). Then you typically, screw the adapter onto the front of the lens (without any filters in place). (Many of the smaller camcorders today, have a thread size of 37mm.) You are then ready to start shooting. The specs of the lens adapter you need, may vary, depending on how wide an angle you need. Go to a reputable camera store, and ask to try out a couple of adapters, and try to simulate the conditions you expect to photograph (film) in. Eg distance, and how much of the subject you want to capture. I would guess that you would need at least a .7, or maybe a .6 lens. In extreme settings maybe a .5 - but the wider you get, the more distortion you will see in the image. If you only need a bit more to show, - then a .7, of a quality make would likely do. This usually is fairly distortion free, and quality lenses are easily available. Cheers, Jorgen
