Video of modification process of the Canon 450D or 1000D DSLR cameras for astro or infrared imaging. The video speed was increased to keep it under ten minutes. For complete detailed modification instructions online, see: ghonis2.ho8.com Opening your camera will void the Canon warranty.
Video Rating: 4 / 5
Gary Honis
January 19, 2013 at 8:17 pm
Hi Sean,
I just checked the website and all is working well from here.
Gary
Sean Heberly
January 19, 2013 at 9:12 pm
Having trouble accessing the website, only the first page is loading. I can’t seem to get any screw sheets, or any of the following pages to load at all.
ParaglidingManiac
January 19, 2013 at 9:33 pm
Success! Removed the IR filter and re-assembled the camera. Works great. THank you very much!
Can’t wait to see how will it perform now:) Do you have a gallery of before and after of the night sky?
Gary Honis
January 19, 2013 at 9:43 pm
Yes. Use the instructions on my website for modifying the 550D model beginning at Step #13. The steps are similar for the 450D. Links aren’t allowed here but you can search my name, Gary Honis for the instructions and my web site address is my name.
ParaglidingManiac
January 19, 2013 at 10:18 pm
Thank you for a quick reply! Is there a tutorial on how to disassemble the front body part?
Gary Honis
January 19, 2013 at 10:25 pm
You can refer to my detailed online instructions and support group for help with that screw. A high quality driver helps. If you can’t remove the screw you can always take the front of the camera housing off and raise the top of the camera to get direct access to that screw. Gary
ParaglidingManiac
January 19, 2013 at 10:54 pm
That damn screw at 06:40! I’ve been fighting with it for over an hour!
Gary Honis
January 19, 2013 at 11:18 pm
Yes. See my web site Gary Honis dot com for detailed instructions for modifying the 1100D (T3) model.
Hyperion883
January 20, 2013 at 12:17 am
Can you do the same to a Canon 1100D? I recently purchased on to use for astrophotography.
Ian Mills
January 20, 2013 at 1:06 am
Interesting – however all I can say is where are your Anti-static precautions!!! Don’t underestimate the damage static can cause when your body and workstation isn’t earthed.
mantis707
January 20, 2013 at 1:44 am
You are THE man , Gary!!!
simplymervin
January 20, 2013 at 2:03 am
I actually have a spare Canon 400D, yup you see it right a 400D, can it be convert into Astro photography too? How to get the Baader filter that we see in your video?
chandrainsky
January 20, 2013 at 2:17 am
You may it look so simple and straightforward! I am going to try it shortly!!
assailant85
January 20, 2013 at 3:07 am
lol, good luck everyone, I doubt that anyone’s camera works after this destruction
mfgunit
January 20, 2013 at 3:48 am
450d is better. google 450d vs 1000d and first website compares them against every feature. the website is snapsort.com my favorate camera comparison site.
Gary Honis
January 20, 2013 at 3:58 am
Both are excellent cameras for astro imaging. I have comparison tests posted on my web site. Links aren’t allowed here, but if you go to gary honis dot com, click on the second link and select “Models Compared”.
Gary
eliaselias234
January 20, 2013 at 4:32 am
which camera is better 450d or 1100d ?? plz reply
coriant
January 20, 2013 at 4:41 am
just look for Silicon calking.
1841skipper
January 20, 2013 at 5:41 am
why,why,why,why
zombieX111222333
January 20, 2013 at 5:49 am
im scared to do this. haha im not good at putting electronics back together
8976010
January 20, 2013 at 6:24 am
Ik word moe van die gast
Gary Honis
January 20, 2013 at 7:04 am
Hi Danny,
Any 100% silicone glue would be good to use. GE makes a few versions for use on windows and doors. You may want to check your local hardware store.
Gary
Danny Broerse
January 20, 2013 at 7:57 am
Hello Garry it is hard to find the Sillicon rubber clue.
Can you help me with it ?
Is there a Bison clue for it ?
Bye Danny
taflking
January 20, 2013 at 8:24 am
how much is that camera and the cost to modifi it ?
Danny Broerse
January 20, 2013 at 9:02 am
Hi Gary, i’ll see it now 😉
Thanks for the fast reply and tips.
Bye Danny