You have the patience of a saint doing that. I wouldn't have the dexterity to do it, but very interesting to actually see how it's done. Great images. Side question, is it easier to get clip on filters for a Canon or Nikon dslr? I have an old Nikon D3300 that I have started messing around with, hope to get a star adventurer gti in the new year. Just wondering if it's better to try and pick up a good second hand Canon instead? Thanks
Hi Jay. As far as I’m aware, they do not make clip filters for Nikon cameras. That’s why the Canon is the better all round dslr for Astro. I shoot Nikon for everyday photography and sidestepped to Canon for Astro for this reason.
You should take measurements for the sensor position before removing the screws (how much they are tightened), so as not to lose focus ability of the camera if the sensor is wrongly positioned.
I count the number of screw rotations to release each sensor plate screw. When returning the screws I add 3/5 of a turn to allow for the focus point difference after the sensor glass filter removal. I’ve done about six of these mods and achieved excellent focus each time.
@@Y.Shishani To be honest it’s not something I usually check as I won’t be using the viewfinder for astrophotography. I modified my Canon 80D for Ha leaving the outer filter glass in place. To operate this as a standard camera I use an Original White Balance (OWB) clip filter. In this configuration focus is sharp including in the viewfinder.
@@photonbucket Thanks for the useful information, I am trying to astro mod my Camera my self and has been searching the internet and I appreciate any help. I made a special contraption in order to accurately measure the positioning of the sensor based on a dial depth gauge with accuracy of plus or minus 0.03mm.
@@Y.Shishani make sure that you know which type of sensor plate you have. Some camera models use shims to adjust the sensor position. I haven’t seen anywhere to source these shims, so if you are modifying this type, be aware that you will not be able to use it with a camera lens or for normal photography other than by live view manual focus.
Hi, thanks for the question. The addition of a replacement clear glass filter is a very good idea. Sourcing a correct thickness and specification piece of glass is not easy and I could only find one internationally. The added expense and timescale was a game changer for me as I was doing this on a tight budget.
So im in the process of doing "the astro mod" on my 450d, its going to be q "naked sensor" as i cant afford the money for a filter for it, and i started thinking would a clear piece plastic sheeting work if i was to put it were one of the filters were to stop the dust getting at it, you know like the clear sheeting from say a kids toy box from a shop that lets you see inside the packaging, you know what i mean ??, or is it better to leave it naked, kinda worried about it because i cant afford a 50 quid filter, so deffo couldnt afford a new camera if it was to get dust or something in it.
Hi, thanks for the comment. Definately do not try and put a piece of plastic film in front of the sensor. It will ruin your images. It’s either a proper piece of glass or nothing imo. I have left mine bare and it’s fine. My 600d has been a bare sensor for a couple of years now without any issue. Just take the usual precautions to keep it clean and you’ll be fine. I have used a sensor cleaning kit (off Amazon) on a bare sensor and it worked fine, although I wouldn’t recommend it and you have to be very careful. Leave it bare, don’t get it dusty, and enjoy it 👍🏻
Was given a 1100D for free today, has a faulty sensor, images are all pinks lines or made of multiple boxes of pink lines. After watching this, I think I'll buy a new sensor and give it after watching this video. Thanks
@@photonbucket Found one for £20 inc pnp taken from a 2nd hand camera. Before ordering im going to take the camera apart so i Know I can tear it down and put back fine and not waste £20 on something I cant install. I love to tinker, but never have with a camera. Your video was very informative on how to do so!
