| 1. |
Q: |
Where do photographers use sound blimps? |
|
A: |
See 'What is a Sound Blimp?' |
| 2. |
Q: |
Does the Sound Blimp protect the camera from water and dust? |
|
A: |
Yes. |
| 3. |
Q: |
Is the Sound Blimp made of
plastic? |
|
A: |
No. The case is made of a
strong aluminum alloy. |
| 4. |
Q: |
When the camera operates in the Sound Blimp, can any sound be heard? |
|
A: |
Yes, but very little.
Usually only the photographer is aware that a picture has
been taken. |
| 5. |
Q: |
What does it weigh? |
|
A: |
Approximately 3 pounds (1.4
kg) including the lens tube. |
| 6. |
Q: |
Can the Sound Blimp be mounted on a tripod? |
|
A: |
Yes. There is a tripod
mounting plate on the bottom. |
| 7. |
Q: |
Do you rent your Sound Blimps? |
|
A: |
No. However, we can provide
you with names and phone numbers of rental
houses that carry our equipment. |
| 8. |
Q: |
Do you have used-reconditioned Sound Blimps for older model Nikons and Canons? |
|
A: |
Many times we do. |
| 9. |
Q: |
Can I pay by credit card? |
|
A: |
Yes. We accept VISA,
American Express and MasterCard. |
| 10. |
Q: |
Can I use my auto-focus lenses in auto-focus operation
mode in the Sound Blimp? |
|
A: |
Yes. |
| 11. |
Q: |
Can I use my zoom lenses? |
|
A: |
Maybe.
Usually we have lens tubes
for most CANON EF f2.8 type lenses and most NIKON AF f2.8 type lenses. |
| 12. |
Q: |
Do I need a different lens tube for each lens I wish to use? |
|
A: |
That depends on your
lenses. The physical dimensions of the lenses are the determining factors. Often we are
able to provide a lens tube that can accommodate several different focal lengths. Let us
know the exact lenses you have, then we can tell you all the possibilities. |
| 13. |
Q: |
Can you custom make a lens tube for my special lens? |
|
A: |
Sometimes. We have lens
tubes in stock for the most popular lenses. When possible we can make a custom lens by
modifying an existing tube for the same price. However, there are some custom lens tubes
that cost substantially more and may require several weeks for delivery. |
| 14. |
Q: |
Can you supply Series 9 filters other than the Clear? |
|
A: |
Yes. We usually have UV and
Skylight 1A in stock. We can
supply other types as
special order items. |
