Do the +2 masks have an insert lens in the bottom? I am looking for a single lens, not a bifocal, that has +2 magnification. I was told that they all only have magnification on the bottom portion of the mask, which is not what I am looking for. In other words, is the entire lens a single piece of glass with +2 magnification? Do the +2 masks have an insert lens in the bottom? I am looking for a single lens, not a bifocal, that has +2 magnification. I was told that they all only have magnification on the bottom... » Read More Do the +2 masks have an insert lens in the bottom? I am looking for a single lens, not a bifocal, that has +2 magnification. I was told that they all only have magnification on the bottom portion of the mask, which is not what I am looking for. In other words, is the entire lens a single piece of glass with +2 magnification? « Show Less
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I think my lens are one complete lens at -6. I don't know anything about magnification at the bottom. They are not for reading, so I think they are one complete lens at whatever you order. I am very happy with mine.
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I just received mine and the first thing I tried was my reading glasses underneath. Worked fairly well. My everyday safety glasses had a reading bifocal lens on them. Of course it's too big to go under these, but I intend to buy a pair of those half-lens readers to go with this, since I need my regular vision in the workshop as well without having to take off two pairs of eye wear each time. Happy that I wear drugstore #2 glasses for reading. I bought these for the non-fogging quality.
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So you have the option to have a different strength for each eye? I did not when getting swim goggles and went with something in the middle, so in your case, either 2 or 2.5. I have one eye too strong, one not enough, but that does not seem to be a problem.
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It should have came with a manual. Google the Orion user manual online. If you can't find it, I would recommend contacting the seller. Yes, there are two lens. One has a higher magnification than the other. It's great for detailed viewing after you have located the object with the lesser magnification.
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From what I understand the IS feature allows you to shoot "hands free". Of course if you use the lens on a tripod (like I do) if you had IS you would have to turn it off. This is an amazing lens and definitely my favorite. For Portraits I would check out the 24-70mm 2.8 IS L Lens. I have not tried a 2X extension with this lens but at this time I really don't need one. However, if you are thinking of using 2X extensions, I imagine that you would be shooting with a tripod and would not need the IS feature.
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Sorry, our lens only adjust single vision. If it is for snorkeling, bifocal/reader lenses are not necessary.
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I got 2 lenses with mine (from a year or so ago) a 6mm and a 15mm. The 15mm lens gives a wider field of view while the 6mm lens "zooms" in on the target object for more detail - they should be labeled.The cap with the hole in it is used to calibrate the telescope mirrors (it's called a Collimation cap) - you should not need to use it. If you are interested in all the ins and outs of collimation, you can google it, but I've had my scope for over a year and have not needed to go through the process.
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Hello Joy, The magnification of this product is 2X. Complete information about it can be found at the following URL: http://www.opticsplanet.com/carson-magnifold-lighted-magnifier-mj50.html If you need more magnification, try the more compact 5X magnification "Carson 5x MiniBrite LED Lighted Slide-Out Aspheric Magnifier with Protective Sleeve (PO-55)" Also sold by Amazon. I own both of them and use them both of them everyday, and they are each extremely useful! I hope this is helpful to you! Matt K
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It comes with two eyepiece sets. I don't see a mm setting. One eyepiece says WF 20x . The other eyepiece says WF 10x/18. I did a little research online, and apparently /18 means 18mm. I'm not sure what the 20x eyepiece is. Until my son because interested a couple years ago, I hadn't used a scope since my college biology GM course; and now I'm learning along with him. I suspect life science majors, grad students, and professionals will need to buy better eyepieces. But these have been great to show my son prepared slides and teach him to be aware of a microscopic view of our cosmos. Hopefully our interests will lead us someday to considering better eyepieces in a year or two. But, if you're looking for more now, you may need to budget that into their purchase better eyepieces. Or you can contact the business and see if they would replace these eyepieces, add better ones, and for what price. This has been my only business with them, but they were remarkably attentive and responsive to this novice user.
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Thanks! A lot of specific info.Yeah, I knew the NEX series can't handle the Maxxum lenses.I probably wouldn't be buying any more lenses cause that's why I want the Sony BODY, cause I already HAVE several Maxxum lenses. PLus I really like how they have the IS in the body, not the lens.I don't often shoot sports so that's not a problem to me.I did NOT know that Tamron was associated with Minolta/Sony. To be honest, the original reason I went with Maxxum was that I had trouble seeing well enough to manually focus (took me forever). So I'd probably let the camera do that, and just change the speed/opening.My daughter has a Canon 30D but BOY is that a heavy body!Well, thanks again. I'll prob be buying the A33 body next month. Thanks! A lot of specific info.Yeah, I knew the NEX series can't handle the Maxxum lenses.I probably wouldn't be buying any more lenses cause that's why I want the Sony BODY, cause I already HAVE several Maxxum lenses. PLus I really like how they have the IS in the body, not the lens.I don't often shoot sports so that's not a problem to me.I did NOT know that Tamron was associated with Minolta/Sony. To be honest, the original reason I went with Maxxum was that I had trouble seeing well enough to manually focus (took me forever). So I'd... » Read More Thanks! A lot of specific info.Yeah, I knew the NEX series can't handle the Maxxum lenses.I probably wouldn't be buying any more lenses cause that's why I want the Sony BODY, cause I already HAVE several Maxxum lenses. PLus I really like how they have the IS in the body, not the lens.I don't often shoot sports so that's not a problem to me.I did NOT know that Tamron was associated with Minolta/Sony. To be honest, the original reason I went with Maxxum was that I had trouble seeing well enough to manually focus (took me forever). So I'd probably let the camera do that, and just change the speed/opening.My daughter has a Canon 30D but BOY is that a heavy body!Well, thanks again. I'll prob be buying the A33 body next month. « Show Less
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I believe the GL 2 has a bayonet mount option. And opteka does make a bayonet mount ti series lens. But if you are talking about the screw mount (the one I just ordered is a 58mm screw mount.) I have a sony vx2000 that has 58mm threads on the lens and also has a bayonet mount. I personally like the screw better it is more stable and can be mounted on any camera with a step up ring. I also have a sony trv900 which has a 52mm thread on the lens(52mm thread is the same as thread as the vx1000) you said your camera has 55mm so you will need a 55 to 58mm step up ring. BUT BE VERY CAREFUL ORDERING THIS ONLINE. IT'S HARD TO KNOW THE QUALITY. THE LAST THING YOU WANT IS FOR POORLY MADE THREADS TO LOCK UP AND BECOME STUCK TO THE LENS/FILTER/EXTENSION RING. If you know anything about cameras you should be ok. Just do your research and read reviews. IF NOT, GO TO A LOCAL CAMERA SHOP AND GET THEM TO HELP YOU. YOU DON'T WANT TO TAKE A CHANCE WITH SUCH A NICE LENS. REMEMBER TO ALWAYS LEAVE YOUR LENS CAP ON WHILE THREADING THE LENS ON TO THE CAMERA. IF YOU DROP IT IT WILL ONLY SCRATCH THE CAP NOT THE LENS. I hope this helps.
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Only one lens is polarized. The darkest color. I use these on all my bike rides, and change the lenses depending on the light conditions. A little bulky on the nose and ears, but very effective and a great value. You can't get anything else like it near that price. I took the insert to my local optical store and had prescription lenses made for the insert. It was the least expensive way to go.
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Hello, you're using the "36x" figure in a way it's not intended. It simply means that the mm of the longest telephoto end is 36 times more magnification than the mm of the widest telephoto end.Therefore, the difference between "36x" and "35x" would be relatively trivial.Regarding the star ratings, those are averaged opinions from users based on their satisfaction.Regarding putting a superzoom lens on a Rebel T2i, no such lens (36x range) exists at any price. It's only possible on the P500 and other point-and-shoot cameras because they have a much smaller sensor than the T2i and other DSLR cameras. However, you can buy an 18-200mm zoom for the T2i, which works out to about 11x zoom range. Hello, you're using the "36x" figure in a way it's not intended. It simply means that the mm of the longest telephoto end is 36 times more magnification than the mm of the widest telephoto end.Therefore, the difference between "36x" and "35x" would be relatively trivial.Regarding the star ratings, those are averaged opinions from users based on their satisfaction.Regarding putting a superzoom lens on a Rebel T2i, no such lens (36x range) exists at any price. It's only possible on the P500 and other point-and-shoot cameras... » Read More Hello, you're using the "36x" figure in a way it's not intended. It simply means that the mm of the longest telephoto end is 36 times more magnification than the mm of the widest telephoto end.Therefore, the difference between "36x" and "35x" would be relatively trivial.Regarding the star ratings, those are averaged opinions from users based on their satisfaction.Regarding putting a superzoom lens on a Rebel T2i, no such lens (36x range) exists at any price. It's only possible on the P500 and other point-and-shoot cameras because they have a much smaller sensor than the T2i and other DSLR cameras. However, you can buy an 18-200mm zoom for the T2i, which works out to about 11x zoom range. « Show Less
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No magnification. I sent mine back. You can get dual zone magnification for $30 or so from other vendors.
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I would not stack more than 2 filters. There probably won't be any effect on sharpness, but you could get vignetting depending in the lens. Try it, if it works fo9r you, it's OK.
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A barlow provides 2x or 3x the magnification of your regular eyepieces. This lens is adjustable between 8mm and 24mm simply by turning the piece. In essence, this eyepiece could replace your regular eyepiece. Before I purchased this zoom lens, I had 2 separate eyepieces of 9mm and 25mm. I no longer use those and just use this adjustable zoom lens. I still use my separate Barlow lens which enhances this zoom lens by 3x. Hope this helps!
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Her is two thoughts, 1st you can use a minus 1 and that may give you the rsange you want but I took the 2nd way which I purchased a -2, that way I can use the plus adjustment to get the proper adjust. Don't to purchase an eye cup for the corrective lens.