Re: [OM] Vibrations with MLU on OM-1

[WKato]

In a message dated 99-05-30 12:36:07 EDT, you write:

> I'd like to see tests on some laminated multi-density vibration 
>  eliminator platforms with velcro to hold any long lens without a socket 
>  (like my Vivitar 200mm f/3). Is there any such animal?
>  
I think the closest thing is the Bogen long lens support but I don't know if 
it will collapse enough to support your Vivitar. There is no place you could 
wrap a tripod socket mount on this lens. Maybe it is the sheef weight of this 
lens that helped it score higher (albeit slightly) on Gary R's tests over the 
Zuikos of the same length?

Bogen (now Manfrotto) makes several telephoto supports. The Telephoto Lens 
Support #3240 has attachment points for both the camera and end of lens 
wedged into a "V" shaped receptable tied down with a Velcro strap . There is 
also the Long Lens Support #3252 for use with long telephotos which have 
their own tripod sockets. This is a bracket that attaches just to the camera 
tripod socket. Last there is the Heavy Duty Telephoto Lens Support #3421 
which lets you slide the balance point of the telephoto with camera body back 
and forth . 

Warren

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