Nice looking Bhantinov mask!

Hi, I have purchased a Sharpstar2 but struggling with it. I have a Fuji X-T2 and the Samyang 12mm f2 lens. I can't see the 3 diffraction spikes when using manual focus and focus magnification. Can anyone tell me what I am doing wrong?

I love your work Ian!

Honestly, your videos are so incredibly good!

Great tool, definitely a time saver. I normally turn the focus ring numerous times before guessing where the stars display the smallest on my LCD, and even then still not sure. Great way to accurately measure the focus.

I ordered a SharpStar 2 after watching your video and got to try it out for the first time tonight. I love it! It's so easy to use and works like a charm. I used it on my Sony 135 f/1.8 ZA lens on a Sony NEX 6, using the Formatt Hitech filter holder (85mm size) recommended on your web page. Focusing was so much quicker than before, so I could spend more time making exposures on several targets. Thanks for making such an incredibly useful accessory!

Awesome tool!

VERY cool!

Are there any major changes from the sharpstar 1? I have the original and I’d like to know what you’ve updated on the second. Thanks!

Magnifique :-)))

I see you use the 85mm filter set. Do you get any vignette when paired with a 77mm filter sized wide angle lens? I am trying to decide between the 85 or 100 system for my Fuji x-t1

Will this lens work with the Cokin A filter setup that was used for 35mm Print film cameras?

Is it possible to use this while hand holding it? say on a Rokinon 14mm without a filter holder?

genious! :)

Very cool, Ian. Any plans to make a 150mm version for use on the Nikon 14-24mm?

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

We're working on it. +JJRinSF Can you send me an email via lonelyspeck.com/contact?

Nice

Just ordered mine, looking forward to trying it soon! Do you have any news on the square Didymium filters?

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

working with a few vendors on that. still in the works.

hey ian you have inspired me again in life to look farther beyond what we normally see...I'm new to both photography and astrophotography but getting great results with all your video lessons...I originally used only the nikon 10.5 fisheye and it worked great...For my last outting to Maui I used the Tokina 11-20 with great results at both ends( I guess a good copy for the lens) I was going to order Formatt Hitech 85mm Aluminum Modular Filter Holder and sharpstar will that combo work on that lens...please advise

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

+steven adler The 100mm SharpStar2 is what I would recommend at the filter thread is an 82mm on the 11-20/2.8 so you'll need a 100mm system with an 82mm adapter. It should work fine at about 14mm+ for focusing.

it's a batinov mask printed on glass i use one to focus my telescope :)

Sold! ;)

Where did you go bro?

hi , thanks for very useful sharing. can you please let me know how I can attach the shapstar2 mask to my lens, I use the canon EOS 600D with normal 18-55mm kit lens. thank you in advance.

Watched your video on the SharpStar 2 and tried to order, but says there are no 85mm for Cokin P Series holders available. Do you plan to produce more and if so when might they be in stock to purchase?

Looks great, but i'll be needing a 150mm for my Tamron 15-30mm 2.8.

Which size of Sharpstar2 should I buy for Rokinon/Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS? I’m not sure how to choose the right size.. I guess it’s 75mm… Thanks

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

It depends on which filter system that you would prefer. The Rokinon 12mm/2 has a 67mm filter thread so that means that you'll need one of the systems that's larger than the filter thread: 75mm, 85mm, or 100mm If the Rokinon 12mm is the largest diameter filter thread that you anticipate using the sharpstar2 on, I would recommend the 75mm SharpStar2 and the Lee Seven5 system with a 67mm adapter. Hope that answers your question.

@DenesDobai

7 жыл бұрын

Yep. Thank You!

Does it work on a wide angle lens ? for eg. a 24-70 f2.8 ?

Is there a way to use this with the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8?

@BenjaminJudelson

7 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem!

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

So I've been developing one for that lens and other like it but t there's still more work to do before I'm fully satisfied enough to make it available. check out lonelyspeck.com/sharpstar-faq for more about it.

But How do you know your photo came out to look good after the photo pops up on the screen and get the correct focus on your Sony or What the types of camera's it can be used on?

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Yuri, there are a lot of other factors that will make any one photo good. Focus is only one of those factors. The SharpStar2 helps with focusing. There are other things that go into making any other photo, especially astrophotography: planning, location scouting, composition, lighting and even timing can play a role in the success of a photo. And then there's, of course, the goals of the photographer. The SharpStar2 is made to work on most interchangeable lens cameras from micro four thirds (m4/3), APS-C, full-frame and medium format sensor sizes.

@yurimohan8626

7 жыл бұрын

But How would someone know that it fits on their interchangeable lens?

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

The SharpStar2 fits on most interchangeable lenses with the use of a filter holder. the filter holder fits on the thread on the front of the lens. there is more information about selection of a filter holder at lonelyspeck.com/sharpstar-faq

Why are you not using the electronic first curtain shutter in this video?

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

Haha, purely for the video so it makes a sound! I didn't think anyone would pick it out!

@TheResonating

7 жыл бұрын

Could you do a before and after video of the hoya red intensifier on the sony camera? I want to see if it only affects the reds. If its increasing greens as well, then its pointless, and in the pic they show online it looks like the greens are affected as well. But the description says it just affects the reds.

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

If anything, it also slightly reduces greens. transmission curve here: www.kenkotokinausa.com/pictures/F0000032-transmission.gif The way it "intensifies" reds is by reducing yellows.

@TheResonating

7 жыл бұрын

***** cool thanks

Can i handheld SharpStar2 focus?

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

it's fairly sensitive to centering so you'll need a steady hand but it is possible to hand hold, especially with fast lenses and a camera with bright live view. That said, I recommend a filter holder for the best results.

where we can buy it bro ?:)

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

lonelyspeck.com/sharpstar

No 150mm?

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

Working on it. Shoot me an email via lonelyspeck.com/contact

your site is down to order the sharpstar

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

+Shawn Fonseca thanks for the heads up, we had some tech issues that should now be sorted.

can anyone tell me if it's possible to take a picture of the milky way with a tablet. i have a tab s2, f/1.9, iso up to 800 when using pro mode.

@DenesDobai

7 жыл бұрын

yes. but don't expect too good result.

69$ for the 100mm version! More expensive than some lenses! :-D

@LonelySpeck

7 жыл бұрын

I want to know where you're buying your lenses!

Will this lens work with the Cokin filter setup that was used for 35mm Print film cameras?