RE: The DA 50~200
You mean the DA 50-200? :) Devils are no pets. Henk -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of P. J. Alling Sent: 14 March, 2007 11:45 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 Damn that's an ugly dog... O:-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Velbon sherpa tripod question
On Thu, 15 Mar 2007, Peter McIntosh wrote: One of its features is the legs can be splayed at 3 different settings, allowing the tripod to be set quite low. Trouble is, I can't for the life of me figure out how to move the legs past the first locking point. Is there anyone else out there with one of these tripods, who can tell me what I'm doing wrong? Haven't used this specific model, but in the pivoting joint, look for a plastic tab or block which you can pull up or push down. This would allow the leg to move past the first locking point. And there should be two position to allow fully or semi spread out of the legs. -- --Lawrence [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.vex.net/~lawrence -- --Tungsten T3 Enhanced DIA KeyboardNokia Ringtone Convertor-- -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery
Thanks! I've found myself too there. Excellent stuff... My congratulations to all who's been accepted and even more so to those who have their work in Premiere Collection! Long live the Pentax ;-). On 3/15/07, Markus Maurer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Amazing and beautiful and my congratulations to all the PDML members (Paul, Kenneth, Bruce, Walt an more) that have entries there. I just had a glance at the premiere collection so far. greetings Markus -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mark Roberts Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 2:09 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Pentax Gallery Did everyone know that the beta version of the Pentax Gallery is operational now? http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/index-flash.jsp? It's flash-only at the moment. (Hope they have an HTML version before too long or the search engines won't be able to index it.) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Boris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
WTB: Pentax 1.4X-L Teleconverter
OK, so its a day early but this is not a FS post. Surely someone here in the PDML has to have a spare 1.4X-L teleconverter laying around that they would like to unload for a little extra cash? If so, or if you know of someone who might be willing to part with their copy please email me off the list. Thanks for looking, JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: The DA 50~200
If on digital, a new DA 50-200 is far more value for your money, I think, than any used 70-210 lens. Also my AF 80-320 appears to be very soft on digital (and I never liked it for film either). I use the DA 50-200 now a lot at the wide range not covered by a 70-210 or 80-320 lens. The only other AF zoom I have in the 50-70 range is a FA 28-70/4 but, how much I liked this lens for film, is for me now a bit disappointing on digital. Henk -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J. C. O'Connell Sent: 15 March, 2007 12:29 AM To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' Subject: RE: The DA 50~200 if the 70-210/4.0 A lens, which is no longer avail new, sells for nearly the price, (LESS) than the new 50-200, the 50-200 is NOT a far less expensive lens than the 70-210/A lens, it not even less expensive at all than the 70-210/A, it's MORE expensive. jco -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: The Perfect Bag
For me, I've never had an occasion where I wanted a bag that my Domke F-2 did a bad job. Even when I don't want to carry much camera gear, I usually want to carry other stuff, and the F-2 gobbles it up. It also gobbles up the K10D, *ist D, 16-45, 50-200, 200/2.8, and 300/4.5 all at the same time, and that's just in the main compartment. Of course, I'm pretty lazy, so I pretty much keep the bag set up with the full kit and just grab it and go. I don't know how old mine is, but I'd guess at least ten years. It's weathering and aging very well. Even though it's black and canvas, it still doesn't show signs of all of the Georgia red clay it's absorbed at Road Atlanta. :-) My F-2 is about 10 years old too. When it was new I took it to Ethiopia and the strap turned a reddish colour, which I attribute to the red colour of the earth in the northern highlands. I consider it a badge of honour. Sometimes the F-2 is too big for my purposes - eg when I using one camera and one or 2 lenses on a day trip - which is why I would like a F-803 or similar. Since they're so difficult to find here now I compromised on a LowePro Reporter something-or-other. It's a good size, but there are some usability problems which the Domke doesn't have. For example, the LowePro uses 2 straps for closure, which is one too many for the size of bag. The clips require 2 hands to close, or some very awkward single-handed contortions, whereas the Domke clips are fantastically easy to open close with one hand. Also, I don't like the anatomically-curved shoulder strap. On the other hand, it is quite easy to clip onto my bike's handlebars to use as a bike bag. Bob -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: The Perfect Bag
What I don't like about my Crumpler (Stunner) is that it slips from your shoulder if you hang it on one side. I had to glue some anti-slip rubber on the strap. My LowePro's don't have that problem, but look so clearly like photo bags. Henk -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Paul Sent: 15 March, 2007 6:42 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The Perfect Bag I have one of these Crumpler Bags http://www.crumplerbags.com/Cart/index.php?catId=22 Fits a good range of stuff and you can fit a 15 MacBook Pro in withour their sleave. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: GFM headcount
From: Bob W [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/14 Wed PM 11:03:31 GMT To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' pdml@pdml.net Subject: RE: GFM headcount Don't they put a yellow tag through Canadians' ears when they first enter the US? Cheaper to punch out a maple leaf shape. It's a Halliburton contract. - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The DA 50~200
From: Adam Maas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/14 Wed PM 11:12:37 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 The SMC-A 70-210 f4 typically sells used for nearly the price of a new 50-200 DA, the latter is a far less expensive lens, and pretty much a match in performance (apart from the variable aperture). -Adam I'll buy all the 50-200s you have at the going rate for 70-210s here. Even retail (although it may have gone up dramatically very recently) it is less than half the price. J. C. O'Connell wrote: why not? those lenses were never expensive and a APS version would be less costly to make than a FF version of same quality or better quality for same cost of the FF version. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Thibouille Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 5:09 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 yeah and sell it for the price they sell this 50-200 ? LOL 2007/3/14, J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Jeez, you would think they could at least do F4 constant in the reduced APS format like they have done in the past on FF 35mm format many times. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bruce Dayton Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:33 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 I have resisted buying it so far. I would prefer a better build quality and a faster (constant) lens. It appears to be very good for the price. My take is optical quality is better than expected for the price point, but build quality is consumer level. -- Bruce Wednesday, March 14, 2007, 9:09:54 AM, you wrote: SB Is the 50-200 supposed to be a consumer zoom - i.e., designed SB more SB to a price point than the highest quality image? For those who SB use the lens, are you pleased with it. Paul, and a few others, SB seem to be quite happy with theirs, but what about those of you SB who don't often comment on such things? SB Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Night panorama.
From: Jens Bladt [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/14 Wed PM 11:50:08 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: PESO: Night panorama. Please take a look at the K10D night panorama: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bladt/421406950/ You could crop the top ~third, as there is nothing but black sky there. (On my screen, in a bright room) Nice as it is, I think I would have both shot earlier in the day and given just a tad more exposure to bring out the watercraft. - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery
From: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/15 Thu AM 01:08:56 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Pentax Gallery Did everyone know that the beta version of the Pentax Gallery is operational now? http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/index-flash.jsp? It's flash-only at the moment. (Hope they have an HTML version before too long or the search engines won't be able to index it.) It has the potential to be excellent (and congratulations to all who are presently enrolled) but I'm not sure I would even call it a beta. After the fourth dead end, I gave up looking. It particularly seems to dislike the back button. I, too, am waiting for the HTML version - I can only view it at work (ahem) at the moment. - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The Perfect Bag
Some months ago I was looking for a slim profile bag to carry a SLR/DSLR with a lens, 2 or 3 small lenses and, from time to time, a flash. I bought a Tamrac Adventure Messenger 4 and I find it almost perfect for that purpose. When I need to carry more equipment, I have a bigger bag and a Lowepro backpack, but that Tamrac is ideal most of the time. Carlos -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Very old Hit film
From: John Celio [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/15 Thu AM 02:35:24 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Very old Hit film At an antique/flea market I stumbled upon last sunday, I found a box of six rolls of panchromatic Hit film. Here's a box just like it on eBay, for illustrative purposes: http://tinyurl.com/2vedp3 Hit cameras are tiny little novelty items from just after the end of WWII (http://www.subclub.org/shop/175mm.htm). I'm assuming this means the film is very old, but the box does not have a date on it where it says Develop before. Apparently some companies still make this stuff, but there's no way to tell the age of this film. I'm considering loading a roll in my little HIT camera and trying it out. Only problem is, I have no idea how to develop film like this. Does anyone have any info on developing very old film like this (chemistry, temps, etc)? I realize I may get nothing but a fogged blob in my photos, but I think it'll be a fun experiment. Thanks, John Make more sense to respool some modern film? - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
You could use the same argument to say that an image made on ASA25 film is not the same magnification as an image made on ASA1600 film. It's not relevant. Magnification is the relationship between the original and the image size, however much information is present. You are right that it doesn't make much sense to compare the images you suggest, though. It's just a different issue. From: Mishka [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/15 Thu AM 02:39:12 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Macro Lenses magnification on a digital sensor is a moot point anyway. how do you measure it? suppose you have 24x36mm (FF) sensors: one is 2x2 pixels and one is 20MP. does it make any sense to compare 1:1 mag images made on them? best, mishka On 3/14/07, John Whittingham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But you still have to be at the same distance to achieve 1:1 or 1:2 as the case may be, fact! Again depends on the subject matter and whether you require a particular ratio for scientific or technical reasons. John The information transmitted is intended only for the person to whom it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. If you have received an email in error please notify Carmel College on [EMAIL PROTECTED] then delete all copies of it from your systems. Although Carmel College scans incoming and outgoing emails and email attachments for viruses we cannot guarantee a communication to be free of all viruses nor accept any responsibility for viruses. Although Carmel College monitors incoming and outgoing emails for inappropriate content, the college cannot be held responsible for the views or expressions of the author. The views expressed may not necessarily be those of Carmel College and Carmel College cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury resulting from the contents of a message. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Very old Hit film
From: Markus Maurer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/15 Thu AM 05:38:12 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: RE: Very old Hit film Hi John You could ask Gene M. on www.photo.net in the classic camera section. He find lots of old cameras with exposed film inside and develops it. He has a very entertaining website as well at http://westfordcomp.com/holga/index.html. greetings Markus The essence of photography? http://westfordcomp.com/foundfilm/overton/Overtonpark.html - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
absolutely correct. mishka On 3/15/07, J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: NOPE, magnification in macro or actually any photo, macro or otherwise, is the ratio of the actual object size to the lens image size of that actual object, PHOTOGRAPHIC FORMAT IS NOT A FACTOR WHATSOEVER in the magnification expression or calculation ! ! ! jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Godfrey DiGiorgi Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 1:37 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Macro Lenses Mishka, Magnification in macro work means the ratio of the size of the subject to the size of the format. 1:1 on a Pentax DSLR images a 16x24mm area. G On Mar 14, 2007, at 7:39 PM, Mishka wrote: magnification on a digital sensor is a moot point anyway. how do you measure it? suppose you have 24x36mm (FF) sensors: one is 2x2 pixels and one is 20MP. does it make any sense to compare 1:1 mag images made on them? best, mishka On 3/14/07, John Whittingham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But you still have to be at the same distance to achieve 1:1 or 1:2 as the case may be, fact! Again depends on the subject matter and whether you require a particular ratio for scientific or technical reasons. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO:Starling - with the K10D Tamron SP 500 F8 mirror lens
Hi Pentaxians I took the K10D, the Tamron SP 500mm F8 mirror lens, the Monostat monopod and the Pentax AF400-FTZ flash for a ride on the bicycle this early morning to the allotment to take some photos of the breeding starling. It's far away from an ideal setup for birding (but it's what I have ;-) but luckily starling are quite big and I could go as near as 10 meters after some very patient waiting. K10D, Tamron SP 500mm mirror lens ISO 200, F8 1/125, Flash at hi manual on K10D , raw, acr converted, adjusted and cropped to about 60%: http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/stare1.jpg http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/stare2.jpg I will go again for some starling photos for a comparison and use the Tokina 400mm M42 next time, my Pentax tele/zooms are too short at 200/210mm. greetings Markus -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
i didn't say the mag. in two cases is different. i did say that comparison is meaningless, although, technically, they have the same mag. best, mishka On 3/15/07, mike wilson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You could use the same argument to say that an image made on ASA25 film is not the same magnification as an image made on ASA1600 film. It's not relevant. Magnification is the relationship between the original and the image size, however much information is present. You are right that it doesn't make much sense to compare the images you suggest, though. It's just a different issue. From: Mishka [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/15 Thu AM 02:39:12 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Macro Lenses magnification on a digital sensor is a moot point anyway. how do you measure it? suppose you have 24x36mm (FF) sensors: one is 2x2 pixels and one is 20MP. does it make any sense to compare 1:1 mag images made on them? best, mishka On 3/14/07, John Whittingham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But you still have to be at the same distance to achieve 1:1 or 1:2 as the case may be, fact! Again depends on the subject matter and whether you require a particular ratio for scientific or technical reasons. John The information transmitted is intended only for the person to whom it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. If you have received an email in error please notify Carmel College on [EMAIL PROTECTED] then delete all copies of it from your systems. Although Carmel College scans incoming and outgoing emails and email attachments for viruses we cannot guarantee a communication to be free of all viruses nor accept any responsibility for viruses. Although Carmel College monitors incoming and outgoing emails for inappropriate content, the college cannot be held responsible for the views or expressions of the author. The views expressed may not necessarily be those of Carmel College and Carmel College cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury resulting from the contents of a message. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The DA 50~200
How does the DA50-200 compare to the F70-210. Some reports claim the F70-210 is better. I use the F 70-210 a lot but it's heavy compared to the 50-200. I would like to get the 50-200 if it matches the IQ of the F70-210 Toine On 3/15/07, Henk Terhell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If on digital, a new DA 50-200 is far more value for your money, I think, than any used 70-210 lens. Also my AF 80-320 appears to be very soft on digital (and I never liked it for film either). I use the DA 50-200 now a lot at the wide range not covered by a 70-210 or 80-320 lens. The only other AF zoom I have in the 50-70 range is a FA 28-70/4 but, how much I liked this lens for film, is for me now a bit disappointing on digital. Henk -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J. C. O'Connell Sent: 15 March, 2007 12:29 AM To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' Subject: RE: The DA 50~200 if the 70-210/4.0 A lens, which is no longer avail new, sells for nearly the price, (LESS) than the new 50-200, the 50-200 is NOT a far less expensive lens than the 70-210/A lens, it not even less expensive at all than the 70-210/A, it's MORE expensive. jco -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery
That's more like it. Cheers, Dave On 3/15/07, Brian Walters [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So am I but I think it probably means bull-artist. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia Quoting David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Hey I'm listed under Artists. When did I become an artist? vbg Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery
Of course! Doesn't every one? Dave P.S. Peter you've seriously grossed me out. On 3/15/07, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Have you been stripping in your spare time? David Savage wrote: At 10:08 AM 15/03/2007, Mark Roberts wrote: Did everyone know that the beta version of the Pentax Gallery is operational now? http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/index-flash.jsp? Cool! Hey I'm listed under Artists. When did I become an artist? vbg Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Peso:White dog
Thanks for looking Carlos and telling me the name of the pedigree, I didn't know it. I hope I can make a portrait session with Polar bear :-) greetings Markus -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Carlos Royo Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:53 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Peso:White dog Markus Maurer escribió: I went for a stroll in the incredible golden evening sun in the nearby forest looking for some close-up photos with the K10D and the Pentax A50mm macro when I met this lovely dog. I hope that the owner will let me do some real portraits of this wonderful big pal, I sent her the first photos per email some minutes ago. Sharpness lacks quite a bit here in this photo so I really hope I can have a photo session with this lovely animal soon :-) Interesting only for dog or polar bear lovers ;-) That one is almost identical to my dog, a Mountain of the Pyrenees. Mine is a female, though. It is a lovely creature, by the way. Thanks for showing, Markus. Carlos -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
OT: Online photo comp for Aussie members
G'day All, For those who may be interested: http://www.adpa.org.au/ Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Macro Lenses - only a fool would....
I got so confused about all this small /big macro/tele chat that I foolishly left the Pentax A50mm macro in the bag and used the Tamron SP 500 mirror lens for a flower shot this morning :-) http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/eastermirror.jpg greetings Markus -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: PESO:High flyer
Bruce, thanks for looking and the nice comment. greetings Markus -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Bruce Dayton Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 5:36 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: PESO:High flyer A very interesting shot. It is the lack of anything throughout most of the frame and the gradient color change that makes you really look for the top and bottom and find the subject right there. -- Best regards, Bruce Tuesday, March 13, 2007, 1:46:29 PM, you wrote: MM A high flyer some hours ago in the evening sun, Pentax A50mm macro on the MM K10D, polfiltered, ISO 200 F8 1/60, some branches cloned out and cropped: MM http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/highfly.jpg MM greetings MM Markus -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: PESO:Springtime greetings
Thanks Marnie I will make postcards for every Swiss mountain tour as a byy product of my calendar 2008 :-) greetings Markus -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 5:12 PM To: pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: PESO:Springtime greetings In a message dated 3/11/2007 1:12:58 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On my digital way I took some more test photos with the Pentax A 50mm macro and the Pentax A 70-210mm on the K10D zoom this afternoon for a quick dirty made Springtime greetings postcard for my friend Gabriela for some advertising emails: http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/Fruehling.jpg The Pentax A70-210mm seems to be a really good lens for the K10D and I will take it on my mountain tours together with the Pentax A 50mm macro and the Pentax A 24mm. I hope the Tamron 17mm will fill the gap on the wide side otherwise I will have to use the kit lens. greetings Markus Pretty. Makes great postcard. Marnie aka Doe :-) BRBRBR**BR AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: PESO: I'm invisible... - Chess players
Hi Peter Sometimes the comments are overrated including mine says the play on words of Juan ;-) As I told you before I like Juans work overall a lot. Beside skills you need courage and luck and the ability to foresee interesting situations and a talent to make contact with people IMHO. A lot of photographers would be to shy to go that near with a wide lens but if you do that in a city I'm pretty sure you will see a lot worth seeing/taking :-) -- I met some professional chess players yesterday at the Lindenhof in the oldest city part of Zurich and one of them invited me to come to the chess contest in the Canton of Berne to take portraits of the players. If I find some spare time, I will when they play near Zurich :-) Chess players on the Lindenhof: http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/chessplayers.jpg greetings Markus ---Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Peter Lacus Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 10:17 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: PESO: I'm invisible... Hello Markus, I would not call it a masterpiece because of the cut off feet and the distortions in the background and the ugly car on the right side but the expression on the faces and the moment itself are indeed very well seen and captured. Somehow the critics on some of Juans photos look as bit overrated to me if I have the right to say so. This is just my honest opinion. just some notes: - street photography requires different skills than for example landscape photography. One moment the composition may be winning, shortly after boring. Honestly I haven't even noticed the car until you've pointed it out. - if I wrote masterpiece that might be overrated, however I wrote little masterpiece ;-) - I'd be very happy if I managed to capture such a photo so from my standpoint it's not overrated at all... Cheers, Peter -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: PESO:High flyer
Hi Bob thanks for the link to Eve Arnold's photo. It's quite different for me, I would have liked to see it big. The angle of the plane is incredible. greetings Markus -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Bob W Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 10:09 PM To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' Subject: RE: PESO:High flyer it's a bit like this photo by Eve Arnold: http://tinyurl.com/36q9gs http://www.magnumphotos.com/Archive/C.aspx?VP=Mod_ViewBox.ViewBoxZoom_ VPageVBID=2K1HZONS0AHEIT=ImageZoom01PN=4STM=TDTTM=ImageSP=Search IID=2S5RYDYYDBM3SAKL=TSGBT=TDT=Image -- Bob -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Markus Maurer Sent: 14 March 2007 08:45 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: RE: PESO:High flyer Interesting Cotty, I prefer it with some ground but without it gives the illusion of an even higher flyer. Thanks for the nice comments. greetings Markus -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Cotty Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 12:26 AM To: pentax list Subject: Re: PESO:High flyer On 13/3/07, Markus Maurer, discombobulated, unleashed: A high flyer some hours ago in the evening sun, Pentax A50mm macro on the K10D, polfiltered, ISO 200 F8 1/60, some branches cloned out and cropped: http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/highfly.jpg That's a brilliant image Markus, absolutely wonderful. Oddly enough, it popped up on my PowerBook screen without the ground at bottom, and scrolled to see it. I actually think it works better with the ground cropped out. Well done mate - that's lovely. -- -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
G'day Trendsetters, A quick question for those in the know. It's looking like I'll be arriving in Charlotte on May 31st, (overnight stay, then head up Friday morning). So I'm wondering, roughly how long it takes to drive from Charlotte to GFM (I-85 West to Gastonia, US 321 North)? 2 - 2.5 hours? I need to know how much time to budget for the journey to, and more importantly from, GFM to make sure I can make my flight on the 4th. TIA, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Velbon sherpa tripod question
Are you sure that tripod can be set in different angels? I just had a look at the Velbon site at the Sherpa series. Judging from the small pictures, there is a locking device on 550R and 750R, but not on the 250R. I have a Sherpa Pro CF-630, they are adjustable. The lock is a thingy that I must lift up. It ain't easy, and it ain't obvious. When the pod is standing it can't be done. I have to do it from start, before setting it up. A silly mechanism if you ask me. But it is there. Judging from the pictures there is a different locking mechanism at 550 and 750. I'm sorry that I can't be of more help. Tim Typo Mostly harmless (just plain Norwegian) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter McIntosh Sent: 15. mars 2007 06:19 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Velbon sherpa tripod question Hi guys, Just bought a Velbon Sherpa 250R tripod. It's got all the features I've been looking for, at a price that suits both my budget and financial controller... :-) One of its features is the legs can be splayed at 3 different settings, allowing the tripod to be set quite low. Trouble is, I can't for the life of me figure out how to move the legs past the first locking point. Is there anyone else out there with one of these tripods, who can tell me what I'm doing wrong? Ciao, Peter in Western Sydney -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - My kid needs a haircut
I normally don't post pictures of my kids on the list, but thought this was a fun shot of Alex: http://photography2.skofteland.net:8080/displayimage.php?pos=-76 http://tinyurl.com/2ynad7 Just messing around in the front yard with the new lens and Wimberley Sidekick. 20D 500mm f4 L IS f4 @ 1/1000 ISO 800. What a difference a gimbal type mount makes in handling this lens. I'll be spending time at the Delaware shore this weekend hopefully getting some shots of shore birds. -- Christian http://photography.skofteland.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
You got it about right if you come up into Boone and take 105 over. If you take 221 or the parkway allow another half hour as they are very slow roads. David Savage wrote: G'day Trendsetters, A quick question for those in the know. It's looking like I'll be arriving in Charlotte on May 31st, (overnight stay, then head up Friday morning). So I'm wondering, roughly how long it takes to drive from Charlotte to GFM (I-85 West to Gastonia, US 321 North)? 2 - 2.5 hours? I need to know how much time to budget for the journey to, and more importantly from, GFM to make sure I can make my flight on the 4th. TIA, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery
Paul Stenquist wrote: http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/index-flash.jsp? Nice. Still a little wonky though, but I guess that's to be expected. I've had 19 photos accepted, but my page shows anything from 3 to 17, varying from one click to the next. But the PDML is well represented. I notice your Birmingham Gentleman is prominently featured. As well it should be: It's one of my all-time PDML favorites. However, we have to get busy. WE CAN DO MORE! I just uploaded two more today. I'm starting to get a feel for what they like (I think). They seem to be looking for images that stand out as thumbnails. At least, they seem to favor those. Makes sense if they need to attract attention to small web-sized images, I suppose. Regardless, this gallery is giving me a real kick-in-the-ass incentive top get out and do some shooting. BTW: Going through my archives I'm astonished to notice what a large percentage of my best shots were taken with the FA*80-200/2.8. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
- Original Message - From: David Savage Subject: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain G'day Trendsetters, A quick question for those in the know. It's looking like I'll be arriving in Charlotte on May 31st, (overnight stay, then head up Friday morning). So I'm wondering, roughly how long it takes to drive from Charlotte to GFM (I-85 West to Gastonia, US 321 North)? 2 - 2.5 hours? I need to know how much time to budget for the journey to, and more importantly from, GFM to make sure I can make my flight on the 4th. Not long if you forget they don't have metric speedometers I think it took me a couple of hours to get there once I got out of the airport. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Lightroom crashing my PC
On Wed, Mar 14, 2007 at 09:40:34PM -0400, Mat Maessen wrote: On 3/14/07, Bob W [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Over the last few days I've had some problems where LR crashes my whole PC. It seems to happen during long-running processes, such as importing, and uploading to the website. That is, when the progress I've seen similar problems in a PC that has a bad memory DIMM. There's a program you can download called memtest86 that can test for it. Google for it for details. That would be my first thought, too. A memory-intensive application such as Lightroom will put more stress on your machine in 30 minutes than you would otherwise see in a week. The reported symptoms are consistent with that, too; if some of the pageable OS code ends up in the section of memory with intermittent failures then you could very well end up with a hung system. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
321 is under construction between Lenoir and Blowing Rock. I would suggest I-77 to 421 to Boone and 105 from Boone to Linville. At the stoplight (only one) in Linville, turn left on 221 for about 2 miles to GFM. Bill -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Savage Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 8:04 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain G'day Trendsetters, A quick question for those in the know. It's looking like I'll be arriving in Charlotte on May 31st, (overnight stay, then head up Friday morning). So I'm wondering, roughly how long it takes to drive from Charlotte to GFM (I-85 West to Gastonia, US 321 North)? 2 - 2.5 hours? I need to know how much time to budget for the journey to, and more importantly from, GFM to make sure I can make my flight on the 4th. TIA, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM headcount thus far
It's never necessary to load Zoom Browser et al. onto your machine. The only part of the installation that you might have needed on an old machine (one running Windows 98, say) would have been drivers for whatver you were using to connect the camera to the computer. It would have been possible to just install that piece, but it's a whole lot easier to install everything. With Windows XP the drivers are already built in, so just plugging the cable in is enough. But that just makes the camera look like an additional disk drive - you won't get any file renaming unless you use a file upload utility. Zoom Browser is one possibility (although I wouldn't let you load it onto my machine, personally; in my experience it doesn't play well with others), but there is a pretty good upload-and-rename interface in Photoshop Elements. On Wed, Mar 14, 2007 at 10:39:13PM -0400, ann sanfedele wrote: Welll I got software with the Canon through which I load the pics - don't have a card reader, actually I did need it on my old dell -- maybe I don't need it on the XP and with Elements 5.0 but it includes a raw viewer and converter - although now I'm using the raw converter in elements 5.0 Of course I'll accept any help I can get just to get it done quickly I almost never use drag and drop - I list the stuff on the card, highlight the frames I want, go into the download window of the canon zoom browser and make a directory and a file prefix. after they are on the computer I open selections in elements. and that reminds me -- I need to bring my mini-mouse with me if I have to use a laptop. Of course in my wildest dreams I hope someone has a pc :) BUt be it mac or pc, dealing with a laptop thingy that is supposed to be a mouse is stress city - I can't control it... my hands just don't work that way. ann the ludite Cotty wrote: On 14/3/07, ann sanfedele, discombobulated, unleashed: I hope someone will let me use their adobe photoshop 5.0 and has or can let me load my canon software on their machine so I can actually participate in the contest. Why would you need to load Canon software on someone's machine? I have been using Both Canon and Pentax DSLRs for several years and have never loaded any Canon or Pentax software on my Macs. I simply insert a card into the reader and then drag and drop the files onto the hard drive. From there, I rename files (ReNamer For Mac) and view/adjust in CS. It would be easy enough to do this to anyone's pics on a memory card, I can do this for you if you like. Of course, you can adjust your own pics, it's plenty easy on a Mac. I'll bring a burner, although it will be a standalone unit (my PowerBook doesn't have a burner). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The DA 50~200
Pricing can be interesting, I got my smc F 70-210 for less than $70, a few years ago. Even then it was known as a desirable lens optically, (and built like a tank, really hard on the outside, inside there are some weak points but...). I've found that in actual practice it deserves it's reputation. You do have to search for bargains like that one. Good new lenses you pay a premium either way. mike wilson wrote: From: Adam Maas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/14 Wed PM 11:12:37 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 The SMC-A 70-210 f4 typically sells used for nearly the price of a new 50-200 DA, the latter is a far less expensive lens, and pretty much a match in performance (apart from the variable aperture). -Adam I'll buy all the 50-200s you have at the going rate for 70-210s here. Even retail (although it may have gone up dramatically very recently) it is less than half the price. J. C. O'Connell wrote: why not? those lenses were never expensive and a APS version would be less costly to make than a FF version of same quality or better quality for same cost of the FF version. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Thibouille Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 5:09 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 yeah and sell it for the price they sell this 50-200 ? LOL 2007/3/14, J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Jeez, you would think they could at least do F4 constant in the reduced APS format like they have done in the past on FF 35mm format many times. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bruce Dayton Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:33 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 I have resisted buying it so far. I would prefer a better build quality and a faster (constant) lens. It appears to be very good for the price. My take is optical quality is better than expected for the price point, but build quality is consumer level. -- Bruce Wednesday, March 14, 2007, 9:09:54 AM, you wrote: SB Is the 50-200 supposed to be a consumer zoom - i.e., designed SB more SB to a price point than the highest quality image? For those who SB use the lens, are you pleased with it. Paul, and a few others, SB seem to be quite happy with theirs, but what about those of you SB who don't often comment on such things? SB Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
Thanks Tom. Cheers, Dave On 3/15/07, graywolf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You got it about right if you come up into Boone and take 105 over. If you take 221 or the parkway allow another half hour as they are very slow roads. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
On 3/15/07, Bill Owens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 321 is under construction between Lenoir and Blowing Rock. I would suggest I-77 to 421 to Boone and 105 from Boone to Linville. At the stoplight (only one) in Linville, turn left on 221 for about 2 miles to GFM. Good to know. Thanks Bill. Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery
David Savage wrote: Of course! Doesn't every one? Dave P.S. Peter you've seriously grossed me out. It's a hobby. On 3/15/07, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Have you been stripping in your spare time? David Savage wrote: At 10:08 AM 15/03/2007, Mark Roberts wrote: Did everyone know that the beta version of the Pentax Gallery is operational now? http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/index-flash.jsp? Cool! Hey I'm listed under Artists. When did I become an artist? vbg Cheers, Dave -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
On 3/15/07, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Not long if you forget they don't have metric speedometers :-) I also tend to go to the wrong side of the car too. On my last trip to Canada even after 3 months I still got it wrong. I think it took me a couple of hours to get there once I got out of the airport. Thanks Bill. As long as I don't get horribly lost I should have plenty of time. Cheers, -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses - only a fool would....
Nice compression. Markus Maurer wrote: I got so confused about all this small /big macro/tele chat that I foolishly left the Pentax A50mm macro in the bag and used the Tamron SP 500 mirror lens for a flower shot this morning :-) http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/eastermirror.jpg greetings Markus -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The DA 50~200
The A70-210 is around £70 for a pristine example. The DA50-200 is £180. Both at retail outlets, although it is becoming more and more difficult to find secondhand equipment in the High Street. From: P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/15 Thu PM 02:53:36 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 Pricing can be interesting, I got my smc F 70-210 for less than $70, a few years ago. Even then it was known as a desirable lens optically, (and built like a tank, really hard on the outside, inside there are some weak points but...). I've found that in actual practice it deserves it's reputation. You do have to search for bargains like that one. Good new lenses you pay a premium either way. mike wilson wrote: From: Adam Maas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/14 Wed PM 11:12:37 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 The SMC-A 70-210 f4 typically sells used for nearly the price of a new 50-200 DA, the latter is a far less expensive lens, and pretty much a match in performance (apart from the variable aperture). -Adam I'll buy all the 50-200s you have at the going rate for 70-210s here. Even retail (although it may have gone up dramatically very recently) it is less than half the price. J. C. O'Connell wrote: why not? those lenses were never expensive and a APS version would be less costly to make than a FF version of same quality or better quality for same cost of the FF version. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Thibouille Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 5:09 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 yeah and sell it for the price they sell this 50-200 ? LOL 2007/3/14, J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Jeez, you would think they could at least do F4 constant in the reduced APS format like they have done in the past on FF 35mm format many times. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bruce Dayton Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:33 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 I have resisted buying it so far. I would prefer a better build quality and a faster (constant) lens. It appears to be very good for the price. My take is optical quality is better than expected for the price point, but build quality is consumer level. -- Bruce Wednesday, March 14, 2007, 9:09:54 AM, you wrote: SB Is the 50-200 supposed to be a consumer zoom - i.e., designed SB more SB to a price point than the highest quality image? For those who SB use the lens, are you pleased with it. Paul, and a few others, SB seem to be quite happy with theirs, but what about those of you SB who don't often comment on such things? SB Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
Grandfather Mountain is near Linvill. If mapquest or someother similar site doesn't know GFM you can use Linville as an endpoint in generating a TripTic, (AAA for strip map), with time and driving directions from Charlotte. It should give a good approximation. David Savage wrote: G'day Trendsetters, A quick question for those in the know. It's looking like I'll be arriving in Charlotte on May 31st, (overnight stay, then head up Friday morning). So I'm wondering, roughly how long it takes to drive from Charlotte to GFM (I-85 West to Gastonia, US 321 North)? 2 - 2.5 hours? I need to know how much time to budget for the journey to, and more importantly from, GFM to make sure I can make my flight on the 4th. TIA, Dave -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
On 3/15/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 3/15/07, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Not long if you forget they don't have metric speedometers :-) I also tend to go to the wrong side of the car too. On my last trip to Canada even after 3 months I still got it wrong. That's not so bad. I do that occasionally and I've never even been to a country where they drive on the left. As long as you keep it on the right side of the road you should be ok! -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com Shoot more film! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - My kid needs a haircut
Cute, and yes she does. Christian wrote: I normally don't post pictures of my kids on the list, but thought this was a fun shot of Alex: http://photography2.skofteland.net:8080/displayimage.php?pos=-76 http://tinyurl.com/2ynad7 Just messing around in the front yard with the new lens and Wimberley Sidekick. 20D 500mm f4 L IS f4 @ 1/1000 ISO 800. What a difference a gimbal type mount makes in handling this lens. I'll be spending time at the Delaware shore this weekend hopefully getting some shots of shore birds. -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The DA 50~200
Here in Soviet Canuckistan, the A70-210 goes for $150-200CDN depending on condition, the 50-200 is $190CDN. -Adam mike wilson wrote: The A70-210 is around £70 for a pristine example. The DA50-200 is £180. Both at retail outlets, although it is becoming more and more difficult to find secondhand equipment in the High Street. From: P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/15 Thu PM 02:53:36 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 Pricing can be interesting, I got my smc F 70-210 for less than $70, a few years ago. Even then it was known as a desirable lens optically, (and built like a tank, really hard on the outside, inside there are some weak points but...). I've found that in actual practice it deserves it's reputation. You do have to search for bargains like that one. Good new lenses you pay a premium either way. mike wilson wrote: From: Adam Maas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/03/14 Wed PM 11:12:37 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 The SMC-A 70-210 f4 typically sells used for nearly the price of a new 50-200 DA, the latter is a far less expensive lens, and pretty much a match in performance (apart from the variable aperture). -Adam I'll buy all the 50-200s you have at the going rate for 70-210s here. Even retail (although it may have gone up dramatically very recently) it is less than half the price. J. C. O'Connell wrote: why not? those lenses were never expensive and a APS version would be less costly to make than a FF version of same quality or better quality for same cost of the FF version. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Thibouille Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 5:09 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 yeah and sell it for the price they sell this 50-200 ? LOL 2007/3/14, J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Jeez, you would think they could at least do F4 constant in the reduced APS format like they have done in the past on FF 35mm format many times. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bruce Dayton Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 3:33 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The DA 50~200 I have resisted buying it so far. I would prefer a better build quality and a faster (constant) lens. It appears to be very good for the price. My take is optical quality is better than expected for the price point, but build quality is consumer level. -- Bruce Wednesday, March 14, 2007, 9:09:54 AM, you wrote: SB Is the 50-200 supposed to be a consumer zoom - i.e., designed SB more SB to a price point than the highest quality image? For those who SB use the lens, are you pleased with it. Paul, and a few others, SB seem to be quite happy with theirs, but what about those of you SB who don't often comment on such things? SB Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net - Email sent from www.virginmedia.com/email Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software and scanned for spam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The DA 50~200
On 3/15/07, Adam Maas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here in Soviet Canuckistan, the A70-210 goes for $150-200CDN depending on condition, the 50-200 is $190CDN. -Adam Canuckistan :-) watching too much Borat lately? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM headcount thus far
On 3/14/07, ann sanfedele [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Welll I got software with the Canon through which I load the pics - don't have a card reader, actually There will be tons at the mountain i'm sure. I'll have two anyway. I did need it on my old dell -- maybe I don't need it on the XP and with Elements 5.0 but it includes a raw viewer and converter - although now I'm using the raw converter in elements 5.0 Of course I'll accept any help I can get just to get it done quickly I almost never use drag and drop - I list the stuff on the card, highlight the frames I want, go into the download window of the canon zoom browser and make a directory and a file prefix. after they are on the computer I open selections in elements. and that reminds me -- I need to bring my mini-mouse with me if I have to use a laptop. Of course in my wildest dreams I hope someone has a pc :) Its about 50/50 for mac andf pc laptops BUt be it mac or pc, dealing with a laptop thingy that is supposed to be a mouse is stress city - I can't control it... my hands just don't work that way. ann the ludite Cotty wrote: On 14/3/07, ann sanfedele, discombobulated, unleashed: I hope someone will let me use their adobe photoshop 5.0 and has or can let me load my canon software on their machine so I can actually participate in the contest. Why would you need to load Canon software on someone's machine? I have been using Both Canon and Pentax DSLRs for several years and have never loaded any Canon or Pentax software on my Macs. I simply insert a card into the reader and then drag and drop the files onto the hard drive. From there, I rename files (ReNamer For Mac) and view/adjust in CS. It would be easy enough to do this to anyone's pics on a memory card, I can do this for you if you like. Of course, you can adjust your own pics, it's plenty easy on a Mac. I'll bring a burner, although it will be a standalone unit (my PowerBook doesn't have a burner). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM headcount thus far
On 3/14/07, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: . I simply insert a card into the reader and then drag and drop the files onto the hard drive. From there, I rename files (ReNamer For Mac) and view/adjust in CS. Can this rename a group of single files, ie some files not all in a row, for renaming. I have one, CKRenamer that i jhave on my PC that will do that. I'm looking for one for the mac. I need to beable to choose individual files, say 6-7 from various areas of the list and rename the front of the file, keepingh the frame number intact. I'll bring a burner, although it will be a standalone unit (my PowerBook doesn't have a burner). I can do CD or DVD in the ibook Dave -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
P. J. Alling wrote: Grandfather Mountain is near Linvill. If mapquest or someother similar site doesn't know GFM you can use Linville as an endpoint in generating a TripTic, (AAA for strip map), with time and driving directions from Charlotte. It should give a good approximation. When we get closer to the actual date we'll probably exchange phone numbers. That way you'll be able to get in touch with us and get directions or even have someone meet you somewhere. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
On 3/15/07, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Grandfather Mountain is near Linvill. If mapquest or someother similar site doesn't know GFM you can use Linville as an endpoint in generating a TripTic, (AAA for strip map), with time and driving directions from Charlotte. It should give a good approximation. Last year it didn't work, but this year google maps actually knows where it is. Search for Grandfather Mountain, NC. It even shows the entrance road all the way up to the top. -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com Shoot more film! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
On 3/15/07, Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: P. J. Alling wrote: Grandfather Mountain is near Linvill. If mapquest or someother similar site doesn't know GFM you can use Linville as an endpoint in generating a TripTic, (AAA for strip map), with time and driving directions from Charlotte. It should give a good approximation. When we get closer to the actual date we'll probably exchange phone numbers. That way you'll be able to get in touch with us and get directions or even have someone meet you somewhere. Thanks Mark. Hell, I get lost in my home city. Ask Rob Studdert When he get back. His GPS nav system came in handy when he visited. :-) As long as I have a good map I should be OK. Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
On 3/15/07, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Last year it didn't work, but this year google maps actually knows where it is. Search for Grandfather Mountain, NC. It even shows the entrance road all the way up to the top. Cool! Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: The DA 50~200
Don't forget about the K45-125/4 thread, it's excellent from end to end on APS digital. Regarding the focal range, this post evolved from someone who SPECIFICALLY stated they wanted 70-210 and CONSTANT aperture to which the DA 50-200 does not meet the requirement. I think you are mistaken to say that a new DA5-200 is far more value than any used 70-210 lens because there were many many different 70-210 lenses over the years, some of them are excellent and very inexpensive, and if and when Pentax goes FF, you could use them FF, you cant with the DA lens which is slower and variable aperture too, both negatives compared to the many fixed F4.0 or faster 70/80-200/210 lenses that were made over the years jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Henk Terhell Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 4:07 AM To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' Subject: RE: The DA 50~200 If on digital, a new DA 50-200 is far more value for your money, I think, than any used 70-210 lens. Also my AF 80-320 appears to be very soft on digital (and I never liked it for film either). I use the DA 50-200 now a lot at the wide range not covered by a 70-210 or 80-320 lens. The only other AF zoom I have in the 50-70 range is a FA 28-70/4 but, how much I liked this lens for film, is for me now a bit disappointing on digital. Henk -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J. C. O'Connell Sent: 15 March, 2007 12:29 AM To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' Subject: RE: The DA 50~200 if the 70-210/4.0 A lens, which is no longer avail new, sells for nearly the price, (LESS) than the new 50-200, the 50-200 is NOT a far less expensive lens than the 70-210/A lens, it not even less expensive at all than the 70-210/A, it's MORE expensive. jco -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Very old Hit film
On Mar 15, 2007, at 0:38, Markus Maurer wrote: Hi John You could ask Gene M. on www.photo.net in the classic camera section. He find lots of old cameras with exposed film inside and develops it. He has a very entertaining website as well at http://westfordcomp.com/holga/index.html. Absolutely fascinating! Thanks for that link. -Charles -- Charles Robinson - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Minneapolis, MN http://charles.robinsontwins.org I am riding in the MS-TRAM this summer. Please consider sponsoring me! http://charles.robinsontwins.org/mstram.htm -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - My kid needs a haircut
In a message dated 3/15/2007 5:41:18 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: normally don't post pictures of my kids on the list, but thought this was a fun shot of Alex: http://photography2.skofteland.net:8080/displayimage.php?pos=-76 http://tinyurl.com/2ynad7 Just messing around in the front yard with the new lens and Wimberley Sidekick. 20D 500mm f4 L IS f4 @ 1/1000 ISO 800. What a difference a gimbal type mount makes in handling this lens. I'll be spending time at the Delaware shore this weekend hopefully getting some shots of shore birds. = Cute kid, good lighting, great shot. Marnie aka Doe :-) ** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM headcount thus far
John Francis wrote: It's never necessary to load Zoom Browser et al. onto your machine. The only part of the installation that you might have needed on an old machine (one running Windows 98, say) would have been drivers for whatver you were using to connect the camera to the computer. It would have been possible to just install that piece, but it's a whole lot easier to install everything. ahah! With Windows XP the drivers are already built in, so just plugging the cable in is enough. But that just makes the camera look like an additional disk drive - you won't get any file renaming unless you use a file upload utility. So for my purposes I DO need it... Zoom Browser is one possibility (although I wouldn't let you load it onto my machine, personally; in my experience it doesn't play well with others), but there is a pretty good upload-and-rename interface in Photoshop Elements. I'm hoping someone else uses elements and has a pc :) :) and that their lap top allows me to put a mousie on it. OTOH I may decided I don't have anything worthy of entering the contest and won't have to pester anyone. Thanks, John ann On Wed, Mar 14, 2007 at 10:39:13PM -0400, ann sanfedele wrote: Welll I got software with the Canon through which I load the pics - don't have a card reader, actually I did need it on my old dell -- maybe I don't need it on the XP and with Elements 5.0 but it includes a raw viewer and converter - although now I'm using the raw converter in elements 5.0 Of course I'll accept any help I can get just to get it done quickly I almost never use drag and drop - I list the stuff on the card, highlight the frames I want, go into the download window of the canon zoom browser and make a directory and a file prefix. after they are on the computer I open selections in elements. and that reminds me -- I need to bring my mini-mouse with me if I have to use a laptop. Of course in my wildest dreams I hope someone has a pc :) BUt be it mac or pc, dealing with a laptop thingy that is supposed to be a mouse is stress city - I can't control it... my hands just don't work that way. ann the ludite Cotty wrote: On 14/3/07, ann sanfedele, discombobulated, unleashed: I hope someone will let me use their adobe photoshop 5.0 and has or can let me load my canon software on their machine so I can actually participate in the contest. Why would you need to load Canon software on someone's machine? I have been using Both Canon and Pentax DSLRs for several years and have never loaded any Canon or Pentax software on my Macs. I simply insert a card into the reader and then drag and drop the files onto the hard drive. From there, I rename files (ReNamer For Mac) and view/adjust in CS. It would be easy enough to do this to anyone's pics on a memory card, I can do this for you if you like. Of course, you can adjust your own pics, it's plenty easy on a Mac. I'll bring a burner, although it will be a standalone unit (my PowerBook doesn't have a burner). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM headcount thus far
David J Brooks wrote: On 3/14/07, ann sanfedele [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Welll I got software with the Canon through which I load the pics - don't have a card reader, actually There will be tons at the mountain i'm sure. I'll have two anyway. Its about 50/50 for mac andf pc laptops yayayay ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery
Now we're cookin! That is exactly what I wanted to know. thanks again Godders sorry to the list for leaving all the info in but that is my filing system for reference (I NEVER delete the sent mail folder) Best, ann Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: On Mar 14, 2007, at 8:42 PM, ann sanfedele wrote: but but is there a industry buzz word for the stuff I type in myself when I save a file regardless of the type I save it as, that can be read when you view a photo in photoshop and is recognized as a caption by places like my smugmug. http://graphicssoft.about.com/od/glossary/f/metadata.htm --- IPTC is the standard developed in the 1970's by the International Press Telecommunications Council. It was initially developed as a standard for exchanging information between news organizations and has evolved over time. Around 1994, Adobe Photoshop's File Info form enabled users to insert and edit IPTC metadata in digital image files and so it was adopted by stock photo agencies, and other publishing businesses outside of the news media. --- IPTC data is appended to the files in a manner similar to EXIF information but is independent of it. XMP encapsulates both kinds of data, and more (like RAW conversion parameters and editing history...). Ah - now I just opened that area in elements 5.0 and ca-chung! down at the bottom it says powered by XMP never noticed that before. Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Gallery Access
Anyone know how an innocent unsuspecting web surfer might stumble upon the Pentax Gallery? Linked to their site...? Just wondering how it will be promoted..etc. Jack It's here! Your new message! Get new email alerts with the free Yahoo! Toolbar. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/toolbar/features/mail/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The DA 50~200
Fernando Terrazzino wrote: On 3/15/07, Adam Maas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here in Soviet Canuckistan, the A70-210 goes for $150-200CDN depending on condition, the 50-200 is $190CDN. -Adam Canuckistan :-) watching too much Borat lately? Nah, that nickname predates Borat by about 30 years. -Adam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Very old Hit film
David Savage wrote: At 11:59 AM 15/03/2007, ann sanfedele wrote: John -- of course when I read your subject line what passed through my mind first was - um - It happened one Night or the 39 Steps :) ann Me too, but the films were Apocalypse Now, American Graffiti Star Wars...you know...classics. g Dave Just a little younger than I am, are ya??? The line said VERY old film... I picked ones from the decade I was born in :) ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery Response
You need to request the artist number Ann. Mine took a bout 24 hours. Dave On 3/15/07, ann sanfedele [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I went to the link Gooders pointed me to and saw no way to create an artist number - So I wrote them - but haven't heard back yet... Just skimming I see you need flash to view the stuff? Feh. ann Jack Davis wrote: I think it was Bruce who passed along a response from Pentax re the frustration of attempting to post to their gallery. I received one a bit ago that sound very much like the one earlier. as I recall. ...now in Beta mode 'til bugs get worked out before going live. Passing along the inquiry to their Texture Media and should be in touch soon. Canned auto response for the moment. I did thank Carolyn for their providing a means for me to display work. Jack Don't pick lemons. See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos. http://autos.yahoo.com/new_cars.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO:Starling - with the K10D
K10D, Tamron SP 500mm mirror lens ISO 200, F8 1/125, Flash at hi manual on K10D , raw, acr converted, adjusted and cropped to about 60%: http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/stare1.jpg http://www.mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/stare2.jpg - Well done, Markus, especially the second one. Joe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
The format is irrelevant to magnification. I was giving an example. If you understood what I said, you'd understand that it was the same thing ... said another way: - The size of the DSLR format is 16x24. If the magnification is 1:1, the size of the subject and the size of the format will be the same. So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax DSLR will image a 16x24mm subject area. - The size of the 35mm format is 24x36. If the magnification is 1:1, the size of the subject and the size of the format will be the same. So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax 35mm SLR will image a 24x36mm subject area. etc The key thing is that the number of pixels or the density of the film is irrelevant to magnification, which is what the example was attempting to show. G On Mar 15, 2007, at 3:16 AM, Mishka wrote: absolutely correct. mishka On 3/15/07, J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: NOPE, magnification in macro or actually any photo, macro or otherwise, is the ratio of the actual object size to the lens image size of that actual object, PHOTOGRAPHIC FORMAT IS NOT A FACTOR WHATSOEVER in the magnification expression or calculation ! ! ! jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Godfrey DiGiorgi Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 1:37 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Macro Lenses Mishka, Magnification in macro work means the ratio of the size of the subject to the size of the format. 1:1 on a Pentax DSLR images a 16x24mm area. G On Mar 14, 2007, at 7:39 PM, Mishka wrote: magnification on a digital sensor is a moot point anyway. how do you measure it? suppose you have 24x36mm (FF) sensors: one is 2x2 pixels and one is 20MP. does it make any sense to compare 1:1 mag images made on them? best, mishka On 3/14/07, John Whittingham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But you still have to be at the same distance to achieve 1:1 or 1:2 as the case may be, fact! Again depends on the subject matter and whether you require a particular ratio for scientific or technical reasons. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery Response
I went to the link Gooders pointed me to and saw no way to create an artist number - So I wrote them - but haven't heard back yet... Just skimming I see you need flash to view the stuff? Feh. ann Jack Davis wrote: I think it was Bruce who passed along a response from Pentax re the frustration of attempting to post to their gallery. I received one a bit ago that sound very much like the one earlier. as I recall. ...now in Beta mode 'til bugs get worked out before going live. Passing along the inquiry to their Texture Media and should be in touch soon. Canned auto response for the moment. I did thank Carolyn for their providing a means for me to display work. Jack Don't pick lemons. See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos. http://autos.yahoo.com/new_cars.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
When Frank and i were stopped at the crossing, they wanted to know what address we were driving to. I said, how the hell do i know, its a mountain. I don't think i helped our cause at that point. ;-) Dave On 3/15/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 3/15/07, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Last year it didn't work, but this year google maps actually knows where it is. Search for Grandfather Mountain, NC. It even shows the entrance road all the way up to the top. Cool! Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO:light
On 13/03/07, Markus Maurer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Pentaxians The Pentax A50mm 2.8 macro will be one of my favorite lenses on the K10D, I used it a lot on film too. SR helped again for this handheld springtime shot, which I really like. I made some amazing frozen flower shots early this morning and will soon show you some more :-) K10D, Pentax A50mm macro, F8 1/60 ISO 100 handheld, I call it light: http://mypage.bluewin.ch/solicom/blueten.jpg I like that. A lot. Thanks for sharing. Eric. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: I'm Back!
Well, my head's never been ok. Just ask my ex wife - but that's another story. Regards, Bob... -Original Message- From: Cotty Subject: Re: I'm Back! On 9/3/07, Bob Blakely, discombobulated, unleashed: landed in the #1 lane where a light pickup ran over the left side of my body. Left shoulder broken in two places, left forearm broken in two places, 4 broken ribs, broken left femur, broken left hip, left hip socket busted into small pieces and pelvis broken in two Other than that okay? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
K10D [was RE: I'm Back!]
Yup, it IS fun! I bought a 43mm Limited to put on it. I wanted a little more speed. Lot's o' things happen when the light is low, ya know? Regards, Bob... -Original Message- From: Boris Liberman Subject: Re: I'm Back! Bob, welcome back. It is good to know that you're recovering. Bad accident indeed. The K10D is most enjoyable camera albeit not full frame ;-). Boris Bob Blakely wrote: You folks haven't heard from me for several months (and a good thing too, some will say). I was in a motorcycle accident -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
The Bike [Was RE: I'm Back!]
Amazingly, the bike only required ~$400 (US) to put it back into pristine condition. I wish I'd been as strong as the bike! Triumph makes a good cruser. Great work, Brits! The guys I ride with all ride HD's. Yesterday one asked me how my Trumpet was. I replied, Great! Back to pristine condition. How's your Hardly Ableson? Regards, Bob... -Original Message- From: Doug Brewer Subject: Re: I'm Back! On Mar 9, 2007, at 1:39 PM, Bob Blakely wrote: You folks haven't heard from me for several months (and a good thing too, some will say). I was in a motorcycle accident. I was in the #2 lane on the 22 fwy in Garden Grove CA at rush hour when guy clipped me from behind at about 50 mph. I bounced off two SUV's and landed in the #1 lane where a light pickup ran over the left side of my body. Left shoulder broken in two places, left forearm broken in two places, 4 broken ribs, broken left femur, broken left hip, left hip socket busted into small pieces and pelvis broken in two. Intensive care for 2 months, formal rehab for a month and a half and now continued rehab at home. I have more high-tech metal in me than the 6 Million Dollar Man! I finally got my weight bearing on my left leg to 100% and threw away the walker and got a cane. That walker made me look like such a geezer! Progress is slow but continuing forward. I almost have enough strength back in my left leg to get my bike off the kick stand! I broke down and bought a K10D last week. It's fun, but I'm still pissed that the format isn't 24x36. It's going to take me about a month to learn how to use all the little beastie has to offer. Regards, Bob... so...umhow's the bike? glad to have you back. Been wondering where you went. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: I'm Back!
Sorry 'bout your bone, Jan. Hope you heal soon. Sucks gimping around. Regards, Bob... -Original Message- From: Jan van Wijk Subject: Re: I'm Back! Hi Bob, Welcome back, and speedy recovery! I broke my left femur (just below the hip) last November and am still not quite back to the old me. So I have some idea on how you feel, allthough your combination of injuries makes it a lot harder to take still ... Regards, JvW On 3/9/07, Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You folks haven't heard from me for several months (and a good thing too, some will say). I was in a motorcycle accident. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: I'm Back!
TMI ... On Thu, Mar 15, 2007 at 10:30:14AM -0700, Bob Blakely wrote: Well, my head's never been ok. Just ask my ex wife - but that's another story. Regards, Bob... -Original Message- From: Cotty Subject: Re: I'm Back! On 9/3/07, Bob Blakely, discombobulated, unleashed: landed in the #1 lane where a light pickup ran over the left side of my body. Left shoulder broken in two places, left forearm broken in two places, 4 broken ribs, broken left femur, broken left hip, left hip socket busted into small pieces and pelvis broken in two Other than that okay? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
I hear solitary confinement in Federal facilities has improved. They still only feed you bread and water, but it's gourmet bread and Evien now... David J Brooks wrote: When Frank and i were stopped at the crossing, they wanted to know what address we were driving to. I said, how the hell do i know, its a mountain. I don't think i helped our cause at that point. ;-) Dave On 3/15/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 3/15/07, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Last year it didn't work, but this year google maps actually knows where it is. Search for Grandfather Mountain, NC. It even shows the entrance road all the way up to the top. Cool! Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Entropy Seminar: The results of a five yeer studee ntu the sekend lw uf thurmodynamiks aand itz inevibl fxt hon shewb rt nslpn raq liot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Gallery Access
Jack Davis wrote: Anyone know how an innocent unsuspecting web surfer might stumble upon the Pentax Gallery? http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/index-flash.jsp? Linked to their site...? Not yet. But it's still in beta at the moment. There are a few bugs and peculiarities but they have been working them out steadily. Just wondering how it will be promoted..etc. Good question. I'm assuming a lot of on-line promotion (press releases to DPReview, Luminous landscape, etc.) and I'd expect ads in the print magazines. Their problem at the moment - and it's a *major* one - is that the site is entirely Flash based. Which means it looks fabulous but can't be indexed by search engines. The number one rule for making a successful web site is Google is God - Don't piss Her off, so they've got their work cut out for them. I think word of mouth will be significantly helpful, judging by how things are going so far. And all of us displaying photos in the gallery will doubtless put links on out own web pages. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
321 is not a problem, except that they close it for blasting from noon to 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You might have a ten minute hold up, but that is not usual. The contractor is real good keeping the road open (so far). In fact I ran it down to Charlotte Tuesday morning and back late Tuesday evening with no hold ups at all. However if you run it when it is closed it will add a full hour to the trip, the detour is about 50 extra miles, so if you are running it Thursday afternoon take Bill's advice to heart. It is 20 miles farther that way, but the speed limits are higher. 421 is now divided highway from 77 to Boone. -graywolf Bill Owens wrote: 321 is under construction between Lenoir and Blowing Rock. I would suggest I-77 to 421 to Boone and 105 from Boone to Linville. At the stoplight (only one) in Linville, turn left on 221 for about 2 miles to GFM. Bill -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Savage Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 8:04 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain G'day Trendsetters, A quick question for those in the know. It's looking like I'll be arriving in Charlotte on May 31st, (overnight stay, then head up Friday morning). So I'm wondering, roughly how long it takes to drive from Charlotte to GFM (I-85 West to Gastonia, US 321 North)? 2 - 2.5 hours? I need to know how much time to budget for the journey to, and more importantly from, GFM to make sure I can make my flight on the 4th. TIA, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Macro Lenses
no, you specifically gave the magnifacation calcualtion as the size of the subject to the size of the format which is WRONG, its the size of the subject to the size of the subject's lens image, changing formats does not change this, and changing from APS to 35mm to Medium format or whatever, has no effect on the magnifcation calculation, format is not a factor, $ should not be considered...If you meant to say something else, you didnt. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Godfrey DiGiorgi Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 12:38 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Macro Lenses The format is irrelevant to magnification. I was giving an example. If you understood what I said, you'd understand that it was the same thing ... said another way: - The size of the DSLR format is 16x24. If the magnification is 1:1, the size of the subject and the size of the format will be the same. So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax DSLR will image a 16x24mm subject area. - The size of the 35mm format is 24x36. If the magnification is 1:1, the size of the subject and the size of the format will be the same. So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax 35mm SLR will image a 24x36mm subject area. etc The key thing is that the number of pixels or the density of the film is irrelevant to magnification, which is what the example was attempting to show. G On Mar 15, 2007, at 3:16 AM, Mishka wrote: absolutely correct. mishka On 3/15/07, J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: NOPE, magnification in macro or actually any photo, macro or otherwise, is the ratio of the actual object size to the lens image size of that actual object, PHOTOGRAPHIC FORMAT IS NOT A FACTOR WHATSOEVER in the magnification expression or calculation ! ! ! jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Godfrey DiGiorgi Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 1:37 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Macro Lenses Mishka, Magnification in macro work means the ratio of the size of the subject to the size of the format. 1:1 on a Pentax DSLR images a 16x24mm area. G On Mar 14, 2007, at 7:39 PM, Mishka wrote: magnification on a digital sensor is a moot point anyway. how do you measure it? suppose you have 24x36mm (FF) sensors: one is 2x2 pixels and one is 20MP. does it make any sense to compare 1:1 mag images made on them? best, mishka On 3/14/07, John Whittingham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But you still have to be at the same distance to achieve 1:1 or 1:2 as the case may be, fact! Again depends on the subject matter and whether you require a particular ratio for scientific or technical reasons. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: DST MS
- Original Message - From: graywolf Subject: DST MS I was late for an appointment today. Seems that Office set all my appointments back an hour. Now I thought I had installed the DST patch for Office. But when I tried reinstalling it, it said it did not complete. So I went to MS and read the FAQ a bit. It said you needed a new install package. So I went to download the install package and it said you had to run a validate program on your install of XP. Ok! So I run the validate program and suddenly my copy of Windows that has pasted for the past 4-5 years is no good. Now I remember I had that problem in the past, and I recently reloaded Windows, so I probably forgot to do whatever it was I had to do to show it as a valid copy, but with my old head, I can not recall what that was. So because my memory is bad, they want me to pay them $149. Fuck Microsoft! Actually the CD I have is an OEM version, and I think I have to change the serial number to the valid one that came on the computer, but I am tired of having to fuck with it. The sick thing about it is that the only reason I run MS at all is so I can use PS. Well, I ain't doing all that much photography lately, maybe it is time to go back to linux. Angry an bitter in Boone, I had a similar situation when I had to reinstall my OS and software after a drive failure. A quick phone call to the Microsoft help desk got it all straightened out. It's a shame that they feel they have the right to protect their intellectual property, the same way that any other coporatation or citizen does. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
incorrect. a 1:1 reproduction of an object 10mmx10mm is 10mmx10mm regardless whether it is on a sensor, a piece of film or a wall. size of the format does not enter the equation. best, mishka On 3/15/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax DSLR will image a 16x24mm subject area. ... So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax 35mm SLR will image a 24x36mm subject area. etc The key thing is that the number of pixels or the density of the film is irrelevant to magnification, which is what the example was attempting to show. G -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
- Original Message - From: graywolf Subject: Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain 321 is not a problem, except that they close it for blasting from noon to 2pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. You might have a ten minute hold up, but that is not usual. The contractor is real good keeping the road open (so far). In fact I ran it down to Charlotte Tuesday morning and back late Tuesday evening with no hold ups at all. However if you run it when it is closed it will add a full hour to the trip, the detour is about 50 extra miles, so if you are running it Thursday afternoon take Bill's advice to heart. It is 20 miles farther that way, but the speed limits are higher. 421 is now divided highway from 77 to Boone. It might be prudent for someone familiar with the Charlotte airport to publish instructions about how to get from the airport car rental escape to I77. I had good intructions (thanks Bill) when I drove from Charlotte to GFM a couple of years ago, but I found the first part of the drive to be rather confusing, and didn't really feel comfortable that I was going the right direction until I saw a milage sign with Statesville listed. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM headcount thus far
On 15/3/07, David J Brooks, discombobulated, unleashed: Can this rename a group of single files, ie some files not all in a row, for renaming. Yup. Have a look here: http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/17205 It's called Renamer4Mac, works well. Drag and drop. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
- Original Message - From: P. J. Alling Subject: Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain I hear solitary confinement in Federal facilities has improved. They still only feed you bread and water, but it's gourmet bread and Evien now... Next thing you'll be telling us is that Guantánamo is a 4 star hotel. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
- Original Message - From: Mishka Subject: Re: Macro Lenses incorrect. a 1:1 reproduction of an object 10mmx10mm is 10mmx10mm regardless whether it is on a sensor, a piece of film or a wall. size of the format does not enter the equation. Actually, what Godfrey is saying is correct. You might want to try rereading his post. William Robb On 3/15/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax DSLR will image a 16x24mm subject area. ... So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax 35mm SLR will image a 24x36mm subject area. etc The key thing is that the number of pixels or the density of the film is irrelevant to magnification, which is what the example was attempting to show. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
Tom, or anyone, what's the quickest way over to GFM from I-85? Down the 26 and get off at/near Johnson City, or what about the 37 from Bluff City? Last time (2004!) I was a passenger while tv drove the whole way (late plane means I missed presenting my docs at the rental place) and I think we went I-85, I-26, ...er, can't remember the rest ;-) Bear in mind I drive on the left, even in the US. Makes things more fun. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Macro Lenses
The thing he said that people are contending against is : Magnification in macro work means the ratio of the size of the subject to the size of the format. Nothing else he posted was incorrect but this part was. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of William Robb Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 2:57 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Macro Lenses - Original Message - From: Mishka Subject: Re: Macro Lenses incorrect. a 1:1 reproduction of an object 10mmx10mm is 10mmx10mm regardless whether it is on a sensor, a piece of film or a wall. size of the format does not enter the equation. Actually, what Godfrey is saying is correct. You might want to try rereading his post. William Robb On 3/15/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax DSLR will image a 16x24mm subject area. ... So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax 35mm SLR will image a 24x36mm subject area. etc The key thing is that the number of pixels or the density of the film is irrelevant to magnification, which is what the example was attempting to show. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM headcount thus far
I'll try it Dave On 3/15/07, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 15/3/07, David J Brooks, discombobulated, unleashed: Can this rename a group of single files, ie some files not all in a row, for renaming. Yup. Have a look here: http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/17205 It's called Renamer4Mac, works well. Drag and drop. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: PESO - My kid needs a haircut
Simply beautiful Christian! greetings Markus -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Christian Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 1:40 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: PESO - My kid needs a haircut I normally don't post pictures of my kids on the list, but thought this was a fun shot of Alex: http://photography2.skofteland.net:8080/displayimage.php?pos=-76 http://tinyurl.com/2ynad7 Just messing around in the front yard with the new lens and Wimberley Sidekick. 20D 500mm f4 L IS f4 @ 1/1000 ISO 800. What a difference a gimbal type mount makes in handling this lens. I'll be spending time at the Delaware shore this weekend hopefully getting some shots of shore birds. -- Christian http://photography.skofteland.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GFM Question: Charlotte to The Mountain
On 3/15/07, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bear in mind I drive on the left, even in the US. Makes things more fun. In that case, if someone says go east, you'll need to go west, etc.:-) Dave -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
I give up. People don't know how to read. G On Mar 15, 2007, at 11:57 AM, William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: Mishka Subject: Re: Macro Lenses incorrect. a 1:1 reproduction of an object 10mmx10mm is 10mmx10mm regardless whether it is on a sensor, a piece of film or a wall. size of the format does not enter the equation. Actually, what Godfrey is saying is correct. You might want to try rereading his post. William Robb On 3/15/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax DSLR will image a 16x24mm subject area. ... So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax 35mm SLR will image a 24x36mm subject area. etc The key thing is that the number of pixels or the density of the film is irrelevant to magnification, which is what the example was attempting to show. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
- Original Message - From: Godfrey DiGiorgi Subject: Re: Macro Lenses I give up. People don't know how to read. Soylent Green is people.. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
uhh... who here has *NEVER* misread something? Let he who has not sinned cast the first stone. Tom C. From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Macro Lenses Date: Thu, 15 Mar 2007 13:45:14 -0600 - Original Message - From: Godfrey DiGiorgi Subject: Re: Macro Lenses I give up. People don't know how to read. Soylent Green is people.. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Pentax Gallery Response
Hi Ann your not alone, the website is simply confusing in that regard. There seem to be no easily visible way to apply for an Artist number like create a new account :-( greetings Markus -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of David J Brooks Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 5:52 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Pentax Gallery Response You need to request the artist number Ann. Mine took a bout 24 hours. Dave On 3/15/07, ann sanfedele [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I went to the link Gooders pointed me to and saw no way to create an artist number - So I wrote them - but haven't heard back yet... Just skimming I see you need flash to view the stuff? Feh. ann Jack Davis wrote: I think it was Bruce who passed along a response from Pentax re the frustration of attempting to post to their gallery. I received one a bit ago that sound very much like the one earlier. as I recall. ...now in Beta mode 'til bugs get worked out before going live. Passing along the inquiry to their Texture Media and should be in touch soon. Canned auto response for the moment. I did thank Carolyn for their providing a means for me to display work. Jack ___ _ Don't pick lemons. See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos. http://autos.yahoo.com/new_cars.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
- Original Message - From: Tom C Subject: Re: Macro Lenses uhh... who here has *NEVER* misread something? Let he who has not sinned cast the first stone. I just finged one at yer head. Did it hurt? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Gallery Access
It's a bit funky to navigate at the moment, I know. BTW, putting up a site link is a top idea, Mark. Jack --- Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jack Davis wrote: Anyone know how an innocent unsuspecting web surfer might stumble upon the Pentax Gallery? http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/index-flash.jsp? Linked to their site...? Not yet. But it's still in beta at the moment. There are a few bugs and peculiarities but they have been working them out steadily. Just wondering how it will be promoted..etc. Good question. I'm assuming a lot of on-line promotion (press releases to DPReview, Luminous landscape, etc.) and I'd expect ads in the print magazines. Their problem at the moment - and it's a *major* one - is that the site is entirely Flash based. Which means it looks fabulous but can't be indexed by search engines. The number one rule for making a successful web site is Google is God - Don't piss Her off, so they've got their work cut out for them. I think word of mouth will be significantly helpful, judging by how things are going so far. And all of us displaying photos in the gallery will doubtless put links on out own web pages. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net We won't tell. Get more on shows you hate to love (and love to hate): Yahoo! TV's Guilty Pleasures list. http://tv.yahoo.com/collections/265 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
On Thu, 15 Mar 2007 09:37:50 -0700, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote The format is irrelevant to magnification. I was giving an example. If you understood what I said, you'd understand that it was the same thing ... said another way: - The size of the DSLR format is 16x24. If the magnification is 1:1, the size of the subject and the size of the format will be the same. So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax DSLR will image a 16x24mm subject area. - The size of the 35mm format is 24x36. If the magnification is 1:1, the size of the subject and the size of the format will be the same. So at 1:1 magnification, a Pentax 35mm SLR will image a 24x36mm subject area. etc The key thing is that the number of pixels or the density of the film is irrelevant to magnification, which is what the example was attempting to show. G Absolutely correct. John The information transmitted is intended only for the person to whom it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. If you have received an email in error please notify Carmel College on [EMAIL PROTECTED] then delete all copies of it from your systems. Although Carmel College scans incoming and outgoing emails and email attachments for viruses we cannot guarantee a communication to be free of all viruses nor accept any responsibility for viruses. Although Carmel College monitors incoming and outgoing emails for inappropriate content, the college cannot be held responsible for the views or expressions of the author. The views expressed may not necessarily be those of Carmel College and Carmel College cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury resulting from the contents of a message. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Macro Lenses
- Original Message - From: Tom C Subject: Re: Macro Lenses uhh... who here has *NEVER* misread something? Let he who has not sinned cast the first stone. I just finged one at yer head. Did it hurt? William Robb Only my feelings. :-) Tom C. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: RE: Pentax Gallery Response
Markus Maurer wrote: There seem to be no easily visible way to apply for an Artist number like create a new account :-( I expect that is quite deliberate and that they have chosen go go the email route to keep the number of participants and total images down. This may be only for while they're in beta testing. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery Response
Markus Maurer wrote: Hi Ann your not alone, the website is simply confusing in that regard. There seem to be no easily visible way to apply for an Artist number like create a new account :-( greetings Markus yup - well they did say beta ;) ann -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of David J Brooks Sent: Thursday, March 15, 2007 5:52 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Pentax Gallery Response You need to request the artist number Ann. Mine took a bout 24 hours. Dave On 3/15/07, ann sanfedele [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I went to the link Gooders pointed me to and saw no way to create an artist number - So I wrote them - but haven't heard back yet... Just skimming I see you need flash to view the stuff? Feh. ann Jack Davis wrote: I think it was Bruce who passed along a response from Pentax re the frustration of attempting to post to their gallery. I received one a bit ago that sound very much like the one earlier. as I recall. ...now in Beta mode 'til bugs get worked out before going live. Passing along the inquiry to their Texture Media and should be in touch soon. Canned auto response for the moment. I did thank Carolyn for their providing a means for me to display work. Jack ___ _ Don't pick lemons. See all the new 2007 cars at Yahoo! Autos. http://autos.yahoo.com/new_cars.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
