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Rick Glaus
Film Handler

Posts: 3
From: Clairton, PA, USA
Registered: May 2002

posted 02-26-2007 06:25 PM

I am currently using a flat Snaplite lens F/1.7 at my drive in. We are looking to change lens which would help to increase light on the screen the Schneider or ISCO? Thanks, By the way 300 ft throw 40X80 screen Kniesely II 4000 watt bulb.

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Louis Bornwasser
Film God

Posts: 4441
From: prospect ky usa
Registered: Mar 2005

posted 02-26-2007 08:42 PM

A snaplight is OK, unless you need light. In a drive in, that means everyone. Get a new lens; you won't be sorry. Louis

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John Pytlak
Film God

Posts: 9987
From: Rochester, NY 14650-1922
Registered: Jan 2000

posted 02-27-2007 01:18 PM

The current (February/March 2007)of SMPTE Motion Imaging Journal has an article that details some of the history of lens development. By today's standards, the Snaplite is ancient history, and you would be well served by a lens of modern design.

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