Hello
I am seeking advice from tech inclined birders.
I have previously used a spotting scope for birdwatching as I’m unable to
use binoculars. However as a result a recent medical issue I’m no longer
able to crane my head to look through the eyepiece of the scope. To allow
me to continue birdwatching, I’m looking for a device with the zoom and
clarity of a spotting scope but where the ‘view’ can be seen on a screen
without craning my neck.
My web searches so far have not turned up much. I have looked into the
Minox Digital Camera Module –
www.payworxx.de/minox/product_info.php?language=en&info=p359_MINOX-Digital-Camera-Module-DCM-for-Leica.html&XTCsid=215
– however the reviews are mixed and it seems to have been discontinued.
Another option would seem to be some form of video camera with a flip out
screen, however I’m unsure if this would have the clarity and zoom of a
scope?. My budget would be $1500 max.
My interest is in birdwatching rather than photography or videography ie
the idea of a viewing screen is simply so I can birdwatch, not record them.
I would prefer an ‘off the shelf’ type solution if possible but could
probably muster some technical ‘build’ assistance if absolutely necessary.
I would be most appreciative of any advice anyone can offer so I can get
back birdwatching soon. Please email me directly as I’m not sure the topic
will be of great interest to most birding-aus folk.
Many thanks for your time.
Regards, Ben, Brisbane
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I’m not in need of such equipment myself, but I’m very interested to hear what you come up with.
I believe some cameras these days can connect to a phone, etc, via Bluetooth(?), allowing one to see what’s on the camera screen from a distance, in order that you can take shots remotely. Perhaps something like that might work for you. Can anyone who has such a camera explain how it works?
If that works, you could either use the camera with a big lens, or attach it to your scope. I’m guessing the resolution and speed of screen updates might be disappointing, as would screen glare in sunlight, but it might be the best one can do.
Peter Shute
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