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Originally Posted by langman78
Worth Modifying?
Hi all.
I’m currently entertaining the idea of purchasing a Canon 600D/T3i or 700D/T5i and carrying out a Ha mod (LPF-2 removal).
Just some general advise/thoughts on the above 2 camera’s. I know years ago the T3i was probably considered king of the hill for this mod (and other mod’s) for its performance and affordability. Times have obviously changed within this hobby with technology and options to achieve great results. Have I missed the boat and barking up a tree I should have been several to ten years ago?
I currently own a 70d which I’m certainly not interested in modifying so pulling the trigger on the above seems logical but the cost of a mod ($200-250 quote from Camera Clinc) on top of a 2nd hand camera which will probably cost as much or close to the price of a modification. Today does this seem logical or wise?
Couse there are other options like perhaps moding my 70d and saving for 80d, going full spectrum (not interested), moding myself (no thanks). List goes on. But I would prefer to stick with only the Ha modification with a dedicated camera only for AP.
Any input of carrying out a mod on the above or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for reading.
Ben
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Worth Modifying? - Absolutely not
I would not modify your existing 70d or buy a 600D or 700D for modification.
Why? ........
because you can achieve
much better noise performance and similar total Hydrogen Alpha light collection levels
for the same FOV, by using an unmodified fullframe camera like the wonderful Canon 6D camera (~$700) or similarly a Nikon D600 or D610 due to their approximatley 2.6 times larger sensor area in comparison with a modified Canon APS sized sensor.
If you are interested I will post a pic of the noise comparison at slightly elevated ISO or you can review these and look at various options on the dpreview website embedded within the review of various cameras.
Best
JA