• daannii@lemmy.world
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    3 days ago

    Just curious. What types of lasers should I definitely not point at a camera. ? Like specifically the wavelength. Asking for a friend.

    • perfectly_boiled_pizza@lemmy.world
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      3 days ago

      Wavelength isn’t very important but something around 445-555nm is easily absorbed, accessible and pretty. Strength is way more important. Something well made, focused and above 2000mW like this should never be pointed at a camera.

      It could also easily and INSTANTLY damage eyes PERMANENTLY, even the reflections. It should be treated with the same respect as a firearm.

      • potoooooooo ☑️@lemmy.world
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        3 days ago

        That’s pretty cheap to take one of those dangerous bad boys off the market and ensure nobody ever points it at a camera!

        Are there glasses I can wear in case someone else is using one of these while I’m out and about?

        • perfectly_boiled_pizza@lemmy.world
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          3 days ago

          The pair of OD6 goggles that can be bought together with the laser pointer would make reflections safer, but a direct hit in the eyes would still not be safe.