Fisheye

[licoriceslug]

New to forum today. This may have been answered, so sorry in advance...and thanks in advance for replies. The HMC40 is my first camera. I've saved for a couple of years from my first job (part time). For the most part I document skateboarding, so I do like the fisheye. I guess I have two questions: (1) I get a 'fishbowl' effect with the fisheye and have been told to select 'steady cam'. Where do I find that switch? (2) Is there an adaptor that I can purchase to use a wider lens? The 44mm century seems to be a little tight. I know its a small camera, but I would love to get a bigger lens.
I really know nothing about cameras and production. Like I said, this is my first and I'm on my way to learn. Thanks for any help!

 

[BobDiaz]

Check out the Quick Index, it covers lots of topics:

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=199242

Withing the Quick Index is are threads about wide angle lens adapters:

HMC40 and Century 0.5x Wide Angle [PICS]
User Tries out his new Century 0.5x Wide angle adapter.
http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=196635

Additional Comments on Wide Angle Adapters...
http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=196675


Withing one of the threads, you'll see some comments on:

Raynox
HD-3035PRO Semi-Fisheye Conversion Lens (0.3x, 37mm)

• Broadens Angle of View 180%
• Compatible with Up to 6x Zoom
• High Resolution 520 line/mm
• 37mm Thread Mount
• 2 Groups/2 Elements
• Utlra Wide Angle 0.3x
• Lens Shade Mask Included
• 27/30/30.5/34/43mm Adapter Rings
• Up to 6x zoom

• # HD-3035PRO About $125 Does NOT have a front mount for any additional lens hood.

On VIMEO, search under HMC40 videos, I've seen some skateboard videos using wide angle adapters. You might want to check that out too.

As for the OIS, you want to turn that OFF when using any wide angle adapter. The reason is simple, it tries to correct fro the standard view, BUT with the wider view, it will over correct.


Bob Diaz