#optics

Has anyone tried the new Kite Optics Stabi One pocket yet?

https://kiteoptics.com/en/stabi-one-k280598

I'm considering getting one and would love to see some real-world sample photos or videos taken with a smartphone attached to it.

If you've shot anything with this setup, please drop your photos or clips in the replies! How is the stabilization working out for you?

#KiteOptics #StabiOne #Digiscoping #NaturePhotography #BirdWatching #Birding #Photography #SmartphonePhotography #Optics

PetaPixel: This New Open-Source Camera Has Swappable Sensors and Lens Mounts. “CHC5 modules start at under $200 for backers, and the camera base itself, with a sensor and mount of choice, is around $680. The system is entirely open-source, rendering it easy to customize for even niche applications. With interchangeable sensors mounted on uniform boards, swappable lens mounts, and open-source […]

https://rbfirehose.com/2026/09/09/petapixel-this-new-open-source-camera-has-swappable-sensors-and-lens-mounts/

#photography question:
Do #macro converters reduce quality a lot?

Vignetting, blurring, chromatic aberration? I'm kinda weak on #optics this advanced.

I wonder if I should buy one. I already have an extension ring but attaching it is a bother.

Are converters sensitive to optics quality? Used cheapo or 3 times the price for the original #Olympus MCON-P01?

Shame that there's no superzoom lens with macro in #MFT :P

#askfedi

Don't let the slow aperture and low element count fool you; the Miranda 135mm f/3.5 is a stellar lens choice.

http://www.alexluyckx.com/blog/2026/08/18/optical-review-blog-no-60-auto-miranda-13-5-f135mm/

#lensreview #miranda #optics #photography #filmphotography #believeinfilm #shootfilmbenice

Was ist ein #Fotomontag in #schwarzweiss? Na, ein #MonchromMontag!

Die Story zum Foto: Ich wollte lediglich die Frontpartie mit den 2 Scheinwerfern und dem 'Mini' Emblem ablichten. Zu Hause am Monitor hat mich das Resultat dieser Aufnahme echt überrascht! Das auf Hochglanz polierte Auto, bei strahlendem Sonnenschein abgestellt unter schattigen hohen Bäumen, löst sich ab Mitte der Motorhaube auf und verschwimmt in #Reflexionen! Wie irre ist das denn?!

REFLEXIONEN / REFLECTIONS

#photography #photomonday #blackandwhite #monochromemonday #physics #optics