Modifying DSLR (Canon)

[graham.hobart]

Hi! I have a 1000d that I want to modify and I have seen in these pages somewhere a guy in Hong Kong that does it but I can't find the reference now
Anybody any idea how I can get this info?
Graham

[leon]

If i remember correctly his name is Peter Tan.

Leon
http://www.tan14.com/gears.htm

[graham.hobart]

Thanks Leon, will shoot him an email today
graham

[tlgerdes]

I know othesr who have order the mod filter from Peter and then have had a local AU tech install and modify the cameras.

[graham.hobart]

you mean order Baader UV/IR filter and asking a local photo shop to do the mod?
I may need that as Peter Tan's email got bounced back

[arifmshaikh]

The cost of filter+modification+return shipping for canon 400D is HKD 1270 (AUS 155). If I buy just the filter, does anybody know who can replace the filter in sydney.

[Exfso]

I didnt know Peter did these mods, but this guy does as I had my Canon 40D done there.

http://www.centralds.net/en/index.htm

[leon]

Don't go to Canon, they have no idea what your talking about, and I would be careful taking it to any Camera place, it is a pretty specializes procedure.

You can do it yourself if your game, :eyepop: and all the risk is on your own sholders, I did three Canon 5D's, which were my own equipment, and it went very well, a bit stressful but OK. ;)

Leon :thumbsup:

Have a look at this. :thumbsup:

http://www.lifepixel.com/
(http://www.lifepixel.chom/tutorials/infrared-diy-tutorials/canon-5d)

[tlgerdes]

"Ross G" from this forum had his 1000d modded by a camera repairer up in Beecroft/Epping area of Sydney for around $150 supplying the repairer with his own filter. Took the guy only a couple of days. PM him for details.

[TheDecepticon]

What about Ezystyles? Is he still around. Great bloke, good work.

[leon]

I think Eric has to much on his plate at the moment, and haven't heard from him for some time.

Leon

[Ross G]

Hi Arif,

I live in Sydney and had my 1000d modified by a local camera technician at West Pennnat Hills.
I bought the replacement filter from My Astro Shop in Queensland and he did the job. This was his first attempt but it was successful and I have been very happy with the camera's performance.
My friend had his Canon 20D also modified and all went well also.
I will look up his details and pm you on Monday.

Ross.

[graham.hobart]

thanks chaps, might give Centralds a go as it is a tad nearer than Hap Griffin etc.
Grahamhttp://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/images/icons/icon14.gif

[Ross G]

Hi Arif,

I have sent you a pm.


Ross.