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Re: 35mm Camera Tele Lenses Converted To Telescope?

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Posted by Kip Crawford on January 3, 2000 08:25:58 UTC

The Nikon FM2's will do. Need all mechanical. No batteries. Bulb setting and mirror lock up is what you need. For regular star shots on tripod, 28mm & 50mm lenses is best. If you get a refractor, get one with at least 3" arperture. (90mm or larger). Good Luck!!

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