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Author: bklim
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Just want to share my Point and Shoot camera set-up to those interested in the bird photography but not capable of investing in expensive equipment like prime lens and DSLR camera ...
The following is my Point and Shoot camera set-up.
Camera
Panasonic FZ18
Important feature: 18x optical zoom equal to 504mm in 8M pixel, suitable for shooting wildlife. Add 2x telecovertor will equal to 1008mm in 8M pixel
Cost: Below RM1700
Tripod
For 'usual' camera and video use
JENOVA brand
Cost: below RM50
Teleconvertor
Canon model TC-DC58C 2x with DIY adapter.
Cost: Less than RM400
Lens Adapter DIY Material
The spray cap
DIY Lens Hood
Plastic part from toilet pipe cover
The Combination
Teleconvertor with hood
Full combination
Camera with telecovertor but without hood
With tripod
From top down view
Close up, side view of camera set up mounted on tripod
Total cost not more than RM2200
Birding hide set-up
The Result
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