Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Sofradir/Electrophysics Delivers!!!....

Sofradir / Electrophysics has answered the call for the variable gain control knob on their popular AstroScope. Specifically for the Nikon SLR AF-type and Canon EOS digital cameras. This module mounts seamlessly between the camera body and objective lense using the standard Nikon bayonet mount and hot-shoe retaining all electronic communication between lens and camera. The adapter includes a manually adjustable maximum output brightness permitting the user to achieve the optimum balance of brightness and clarity in the image, just like on the PVS-14 monocular. For more information visit: http://www.electrophysics.com/night-vision/ or visit:
http://www.morovision.com/camera_adaptable/MVPA-914993G.htm and http://www.morovision.com/camera_adaptable/MVPA-915006G.htm

I think we will be seeing a higher caliber of imagery coming out of these due to the variable gain control.

Good Shooting!

Monday, March 30, 2009

Where's the variable gain control?

Having some experience with night vision photography, I found that one of the most helpful features in getting the right shot is variable gain control. Variable gain control is typically a knob that allows the user to manually adjust image tube brightness by increasing or decreasing for greater image contrast in varying light conditions ( basically like a dim control ). This feature is available on the ITT NEPVS-14 and it basically sets the NEPVS-14 apart from other popular monoculars that do not offer this feature. Having used the NEPVS-14 with digital camera, I've found that it can really make a break a shot. This is a feature that should be embraced by anyone manufacturing night vision camera related equipment.

Thursday, February 12, 2009

MONOCAM has additional uses

The MONOCAM™ can be used for daytime surveillance as well as night time. It can be used in conjunction with a Swarovski Scope setup. Long distance daytime use of the camera will typically be easier due to the amount of light available for taking images. See the images at: MONOCAM Multiple-use