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(meteorobs) Cameras for meteors



Ed, George et al -

George wrote:
>You also mentioned the use of a Kodak Aero Ektar camera...not too many folks
can get their hands upon an aircraft camera lately either.
>I think the average person...particularly the novice is going to start out with
a 35mm....and probably stick with the 35mm....or perhaps go to the medium format
at best.   I think camera info for beginners would be more
useful if given in terms of a 35mm camera.

Personally, I'd be interested in hearing about photography in terms of equipment
that is readily available - like the 35mm cameras, because that's what I have.
But's that's a personal thing...

There does seem to be some unusual equipment out there, such as the Aero Ektar,
but few people can get their hands on that sort of thing.  Scientific surplus
stores are few and far between... but there are sources in Canada... 

>I know you won't find a Super Schmidt in amateur hands.  

Hmmm.  I know one in amateur hands ;)   They could probably be persuaded to
sell, if a suitable offer came along.  This thing is massive, though, and quite
apart from the cost of the camera, would take considerable effort and funds to
transport and set up.  It would be a formidable project.  This camera is
currently being stored in southern Ontario, and belongs to some amateur friends
of mine... 

re:  books -
>I think it will be a little more easier to acquire than the ones by Millman and
others you have listed. 

Maybe it's a Canadian thing.  I have a copy of 'The Moon, Meteorites and Comets'
edited by Middlehurst & Kuiper, that I got in a used book store downtown here...
However, I expect that the IMO book would be much more user-friendly for
amateurs interested in getting into the field...

- Cathy
  Great White North