yoclem 0 #26 January 12, 2011 I just got my Sony Nex back from (JayR) who did a shutter release modification on it. What a great job supper clean and fast work. Thanks Jay I would recommend your services to anyone. Blue Skyz Clem Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kai3fly 0 #27 January 13, 2011 Yup I played with flip screen, actually pretty stiff, so im confident in freefall it wouldnt open. Has anybody used the panorama sweep for any cool photos, eg: in the plane/door open I think more mirrorless slrs will appear on the market, maybe the next sony nex version will have a shutter release port. I may be tempted this summer for your mod JayR Kai Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kai3fly 0 #29 January 26, 2011 more questions the nex 3 has a nice flat base for contact, but the nex 5 seems to up and down, how is it mounting? are we gonna see any freefall pics? in door shots? the normal mode is 2.3fps, but in speed priority its 7fps, what does it set the shutter speed at? is it like sports mode? oh, the e series lenses have sony OIS built into the lenses, whats the story with that. ta for your info, im still hopefull on gen 2 having shutter port Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayR 0 #30 January 27, 2011 i have my nex 5 mounted on a gold member quick release and havnt had any issues, it has plenty enough mating surface to sit flat and snug when mounted. i have been playing with the settings and lenses to figure out what works best for the paticular shots im taking, speed priority is significantly faster and if your shooting in manual focus then you can adjust the apeture and shutter speed to your liking... not to sure about your question on the ois and the lenses, i do know that you can get adapters to change to other lenses besides sonys... hope this helps still working on getting those pictures Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flatout 0 #31 February 4, 2011 I am also a "happy customer", having received the goods as promised with excellent customer service and reliability!!!! As soon as i have my new bite switch; i'll post some samples.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mei 0 #32 February 14, 2011 Just got my camera from JayR. Sent him money feb 2 and have it in my hand now (feb 14). Amazon haven't been able to send stuff to me that fast (live in Sweden) and they don't have to go out and buy the things themself or make modifications.. Can write more about it and send pictures etc. when I got it mounted and everything. blue ones! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntence2 0 #33 February 28, 2011 Any updates on this post? I'm looking at buying a nex-5 this week so I'm looking for any input. What lens is best for fun jump pics? I'm thinking the 16mm with the fisheye. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayR 0 #34 March 3, 2011 The 16mm pancake lens that Sony makes has worked well for me and others that I know are jumping this camera, havnt had the opportunity of using a fishers attachment yet (still saving up for the 18-200 mm lens for other uses...) but I know theyre out there. Hope this helps, feel free to message me any questions Blue skies justin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
punchur 0 #35 March 23, 2011 Yes, there's but yet another satisfied customer....me. Great service.....and that's what makes me tick. Props to Justin! Do you know where your tools are? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shogo 0 #36 March 24, 2011 has anyone used the NEX for video? of course for jumping. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayR 0 #37 March 24, 2011 I have used it for video on fun jumps and doing video for friends but have yet to use it on tandems as i usually shoot tandems in standard def rather than high def. Works great, Ive considered mounting two, one for vid one for stills the only thing thats kept me from doin this is the lack of a hyp-eye compatability but im working on a wired mod for this... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shogo 0 #38 March 25, 2011 Thanks for the info. My buddy jumps 2 Gopros. One for video and the other for 2 sec interval photos. Your idea sound really nice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kai3fly 0 #39 March 27, 2011 Quote still working on getting those pictures how hard is it to post pics or video? exit shots, freefall, deployment and landing please...anyone? Kai Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bomb420 1 #40 March 27, 2011 I haven't shot freefall footage with it, but the stills are pretty damn tight and fast. It's simple, the macro shots are easy and quick (in comparison to my 100mm prime canon lens). You can see macro shots in my past few articles (CX160). The IR port is slow so a mod is necessary for using it in freefall. I just did this mod this weekend and must say it takes a long time and is extremely technical. Whomever is offering this for $200 is a good deal. For those people thinking about doing it, I did video the mod and wrote about it on my blog. Check it out here Adding a Wired Shutter Release Switch to a Sony NEX-5HYPOXIC Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunnelfly 0 #41 March 28, 2011 Great article, Trunk. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. No.1 reason NOT to be an astronaut: ...You can't drink beer at zero gravity... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayR 0 #42 April 7, 2011 Yeah. sorry, been meaning to get these up. Heres some exit shots i took last weekend along with deployment and landing, take in mind im not a world class freefall photographer by anymeans and im using the autofocus but you get the idea Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zaazu 0 #43 September 14, 2011 *Bump For those of you that have been modding the NEX5, where did you solder your wires? Directly on the switch pads (Like Trunk @ GetHypoxic) or on the test pads further down on the PCB? It feels like it’s very easy to accidently short the whole switch if there gets some solder between any of the connections and the metal top of the switch. Would the test pads be easier and would it work like in my picture? (Screen dump from GetHypoxics video) I’ve managed to dissemble and put everything together on my NEX5 once but I feel kind of afraid of the soldering part… Tricks for it anyone? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trunk 0 #44 October 1, 2011 I would ohm out the GND pad since I think that screw needs to be installed to short it. There should be a ground on the battery though. Be careful about soldering to the switch since it is not sealed and flux may destroy the switch. Best of luck!Trunk's Blog HYPOXIC's Instagram Like HYPOXIC Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fr33flyr 0 #45 August 8, 2012 Can someone PM me with contact information on someone who currently does this mod. _______________________________ I like life....It's something to do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pcor 0 #46 October 29, 2012 Any news on this thread? Just ordered a new 5n - will try it out and then consider if I mod it or not. Anyone having video or photo from using it while skydiving? What about brackets? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevepark 0 #47 October 29, 2012 VELCRO AND A SMALL WASHER.....TAKES 10 MINS AND COSTS PENNIES.......STEVE... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
parasale 0 #48 October 30, 2012 how much does the mod service cost? thanks. why no one mentions the cost? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayR 0 #49 October 30, 2012 I am currently doin the mod for 180, feel free to message me if interested Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pcor 0 #50 April 18, 2013 Just did the shutter modification on my NEX5n. The dismantling was easy on this model, only five-six screws. Soldering to the shutter switch was more tricky, but it can be done. Struggled more with making the final result look nice outside the cam. Happy with the mod and can`t wait to try it out. I am now curious about what preferences and settings people are using when taking pictures or video during freefall. Seems like mp4 is more easy than AVCHD? Have anyone tried the mp4 file with Cineform? Have both a 16mm and a 18-55mm lense. Appreciate any advice and tips on my way! Pete Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
