RE: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
it's always Friday somewhere. -- Bob -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Amita Guha Sent: 16 November 2007 00:12 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD Isn't it Friday in Europe yet? On Nov 15, 2007 7:49 PM, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Close enough. Take a muscle relaxer. Bob Blakely wrote: It's not Friday. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Good reflections needed, help please!
On 15/11/07, Brendan MacRae, discombobulated, unleashed: Any suggestions? Black perspex. -- 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List
A misunderstanding after he had too much to drink? What, the bike led him on? Didn't shout no? He spoke too soon... meh, whatever turns your crank This stems from total depravity. I think it's time we shifted gears here. Before things come completely derailed. Okay, now I'm feeling pressure. Quite understandable, given the chain of events. Pedalling your platitudes again. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: King Albert II on the dark side
On the ocassion of the annual King's Day, Canon and Nikon Belgium have both been appointed as official suppliers to the Belgian royal court. To quote the great Zaphod Beeblebrox: Oh Belgium, man, Belgium! John -- http://www.neovenator.com http://www.cafepress.com/neovenatorphoto -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Shooting in low temperature outdoors
Cotty, I must bring your attention to the mere fact that human body consist of more than just the ass. Now both me *and* Julia are laffin'. Boris Cotty wrote: On 15/11/07, Bob Sullivan, discombobulated, unleashed: (To speed the process, you can use your body heat to get it warm.) Bob's being polite. Just shove it up yer ass. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Scribbles
Thanks, Paul. In the past I probably would have missed this as well. I've been taking note of the 'looking down' images that have been posted here lately. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.blognow.com.au/peso1/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Good catch. Most would have missed this. Nicely rendered. Paul On Nov 15, 2007, at 7:06 AM, Brian Walters wrote: G'day all I took myself off the the annual 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition on Monday. This is an annual event, now in its 11th year, which features outdoor sculptures along a 2km coastal walk between Tamarama and Bondi, on Sydney's eastern beaches. I'll probably put up a small GESO shortly but thought I'd post this for comment. I found the shadows cast by one of the sculptures more interesting than the sculpture itself. http://www.blognow.com.au/PESO/77689/Scribbles.html Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ -- Find out how you can get spam free email. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/3 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: Don't quite know how to respond to this...
I'VE CONTACTED YOU BEFORE ABOUT PENTAX CAMERAS. I SEE YOU USE THE K10D THATS WHAT I PURCHASED HOW DO YOU LIKE IT AND DO USE FILTERS ON YOUR LENSES. I HEARD THE FILTERS LET LESS LITE IN AND DETRACTS FROM THE IMAGE THANKS I REALLY ENJOY YOUR WEB SITE I've written you before about the K10D and how to use filters. Do you mean to tell me you didn’t receive it? I'm sorry. One of the advantages to DSLR's is that instead of purchasing multiple filters in varying sizes for different lenses, an expensive proposition, a filter medium can be applied directly to the sensor in the camera before attaching the lens. Simply purchase rolls of translucent tape in whatever color or tint you wish, cut, and apply to the sensor. One of my favorite tricks is to apply Vaseline directly to the sensor as it produces an oil-painting effect, instant art! It's easily removed with hydrogen peroxide or rubbing alcohol. Tom C. (it strikes me that the person writing may simply be quite young). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Scribbles
Hi Boris See my reply to Dave... :-) Seriously, thanks for looking. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.blognow.com.au/peso1/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting Boris Liberman [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Ditto!!! Boris David Savage wrote: Works for me. Well seen. Cheers, Dave -- Free pop3 email with a spam filter. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/5 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: K10D PEF or DNG?
I use DNG, mainly because I use ACR/ PSCS 1 as my RAW converter, and it's not compatible with K10D PEF. If I switch to Lightroom, which Godders input has tempted me to do, I would probably shoot PEF. Paul On Nov 16, 2007, at 2:38 AM, Antti-Pekka Virjonen wrote: Hi, Which do you use as K10D Raw, PEF or DNG? Antti-Pekka Antti-Pekka Virjonen Computec Oy RD Turku www.computec.fi -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Pentax K10D sequence capture speed test
RAW Only - PEF - 9 frames to buffer full - 59 captures total - flush 9 sec RAW Only - DNG - 11 frames to buffer full - 52 captures total - flush 13 sec Interesting! So it captures a couple more DNGs in a burst, but then the DNG processing slows it down more than PEF processing, resulting in fewer images taken in one minute. This could be useful for those times I want to shoot a couple more frames at once. It's a rare occasion, but this info is good to know anyway. Thanks for the report, Godfrey. John -- http://www.neovenator.com http://www.cafepress.com/neovenatorphoto -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: K10D PEF or DNG?
I shoot pef coz i fit more shots on a card but conv to dng and retain dng files... Also note that the K10D is slightly faster when saving DNG files as opposed to PEFs so you get a slightly faster frame rate with DNG... especially if you shoot long bursts and fill the buffer. Regards Patrick On Nov 16, 2007 8:38 AM, Antti-Pekka Virjonen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, Which do you use as K10D Raw, PEF or DNG? Antti-Pekka Antti-Pekka Virjonen Computec Oy RD Turku www.computec.fi -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Regards Patrick Genovese -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: K10D PEF or DNG?
PEF, it takes less space on the card. That said I import everything in LR and converts them to DNG. -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- Photo: K10D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... Thinkpad: X23+UB,X60+UB Programing: D7 user (trying out D2007) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
I have no first-hand experience with the lens in topic, but so far my experience with mirror lens is they are mostly soft. Of course there are differences, for example the f5.6/500 Rubinar is almost sharp (well let's say it's sharp as the Canon kit lenses :D) and f8/500 Phoenix is nowhere near to any kind of sharpness. If you want to see a shot made with K10D and Sigma f8/600 then take a look at here: http://somaa.fpn.hu/4257.pef I think if it's for web ... it could be usefull, easy to carry solution for the budget. But if you need quality for larger prints ... forget it. Sincerelly, Timber -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: K10D PEF or DNG?
PEF to fit more on the card and convert to compressed DNG automagically while importing to the computer. Cheers, Paul Antti-Pekka Virjonen wrote: Hi, Which do you use as K10D Raw, PEF or DNG? Antti-Pekka Antti-Pekka Virjonen Computec Oy RD Turku www.computec.fi -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Scribbles
While the concept is pretty cool, there are too many of them - it makes it feel rather jumbled instead. Cleaner and simpler would be better to me. -- Bruce Thursday, November 15, 2007, 4:06:37 AM, you wrote: BW G'day all BW I took myself off the the annual 'Sculpture by the Sea' BW exhibition on Monday. This is an annual event, now in its 11th BW year, which features outdoor sculptures along a 2km coastal walk BW between Tamarama and Bondi, on Sydney's eastern beaches. BW I'll probably put up a small GESO shortly but thought I'd BW post this for comment. I found the shadows cast by one of the BW sculptures more interesting than the sculpture itself. BW http://www.blognow.com.au/PESO/77689/Scribbles.html BW Cheers BW Brian BW ++ BW Brian Walters BW Western Sydney Australia BW http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ BW -- BW Get a free email account with anti spam protection. BW http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/2 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
I'm already on serious meds for my hip. This is as mellow as I get. Thank your God that I'm not drug free and at full asshole capacity. Regards, Bob... - Note: No trees were killed in the sending of this message, but a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced. From: Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] Close enough. Take a muscle relaxer. Bob Blakely wrote: It's not Friday. From: Amita Guha [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have a cable release for an *istD that I found after I sold mine. I'll ship it for free to anyone in the US or for shipping costs outside the US if it turns out to cost more than a couple of bucks to ship. I also have an *istD manual available for the same terms if anyone's interested. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Scribbles
Hi Bruce, Yes, I see what you mean but I quite like the jumbled scribbes. I suppose I could dig out the cloning tool.. Thanks for the comments. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.blognow.com.au/peso1/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED]: While the concept is pretty cool, there are too many of them - it makes it feel rather jumbled instead. Cleaner and simpler would be better to me. -- Bruce Thursday, November 15, 2007, 4:06:37 AM, you wrote: BW G'day all BW I took myself off the the annual 'Sculpture by the Sea' BW exhibition on Monday. This is an annual event, now in its 11th BW year, which features outdoor sculptures along a 2km coastal walk BW between Tamarama and Bondi, on Sydney's eastern beaches. BW I'll probably put up a small GESO shortly but thought I'd BW post this for comment. I found the shadows cast by one of the BW sculptures more interesting than the sculpture itself. BW http://www.blognow.com.au/PESO/77689/Scribbles.html BW Cheers BW Brian -- Finally - A spam blocker that actually works. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/4 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Good reflections needed, help please!
- Original Message - From: Brendan MacRae Subject: Good reflections needed, help please! Does anyone do product shots on dark (black) reflective material that produces good, even reflections? I'm currently stumped working on a shoot for a local company. I have to shoot some video components on black (easy enough) but I'd like some good natural reflection from the surface they rest on. I've already tried tempered glass over black cloth (velour) but the reflections double up and look god-awful. There's a PS trick for reflections but it's simply too much work for anything but straight on views. All of my shots are oblique angles. This guy had a really good idea: http://strobist.blogspot.com/2006/08/on-assignment-shoot-your-shiny-new.html But, there's no way I'm going to find a piece of granite as big as I need it (30 x 48 roughly) and it would be way too expensive in any event. Any suggestions? Thanks ahead of time. I'd try using a mirror and a polarizing filter. Position a black piece of velvet in such a way that the camera catches a reflection of it in the mirror, and use the polarizing filter to remove the reflection from the top surface of the glass. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO -- Final Glory
I started to clone out the wires originally. I then decided to show what I had. I may go back to the cloning but I've been feeling especially lazy this week. Ken Waller wrote: Mostly what Paul said. Kenneth Waller http://www.tinyurl.com/272u2f - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: PESO -- Final Glory Beautiful color, nice scene. You might have placed the burning bush more to the right. You could still do that with a crop. That would also get rid of that square thing next to the road. You might also clone out the telephone wires. That would greatly improve the shot. It's a fairly easy job since they're so thin, and you have indefinite shapes to with which to work. Paul -- Original message -- From: P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] The peak colors around here were over a couple of weekends ago, but it was raining so no good photos. Some species haven't even started, I guess you wouldn't want to overload something. I hope this is at least interesting in it's banality. (The tree is a burning bush I believe). http://www.mindspring.com/~happydogsoftware/PESO%20--%20finalglory.html Equipment: Pentax *ist-Ds/Vivitar vmc 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (version 3) As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- The difference between individual intelligence and group intelligence is the difference between Harvard University and the Harvard University football team. -- P. J. O'Roark -- The difference between individual intelligence and group intelligence is the difference between Harvard University and the Harvard University football team. -- P. J. O'Roark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: A question about chimping
Yes, there's a remote assistant. You need 1.2 firmware or later. I've used it. It's great compared to the old D version. Mainly because the write speed is so much faster. I use it when I shoot with an art director. Keeps them entertained :-). My studio is directly adjacent to my desktop cp,[iter, so I can cable USB from a powered hub to the camera and display it on my 21 monitor. Paul On Nov 15, 2007, at 6:16 PM, William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: David Savage Subject: Re: A question about chimping How about shooting tethered to your laptop review that way? I don't have the Remote Assistant for the K10 (is there such a beast) operational, and I believe I would need to upgrade the firmware and give up the ability to play with the AF offset. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Shooting in low temperature outdoors
On 15/11/07, Bob Sullivan, discombobulated, unleashed: (To speed the process, you can use your body heat to get it warm.) Bob's being polite. Just shove it up yer ass. -- 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
It's a Sigma Ultra Tel, I've seen one for sale on e-Bay a few years ago. It went for a lot of money. They are relatively rare, probably fewer were made than the Vivitar Series 1 450mm solid cat, there were only 800 of those made. They have a reputation of being very, very, very good. Thibouille wrote: 500f/4 mirror ? I'd be heaviliy suprised of a F/4 mirror lens. Those are usually 500/600mm f/8 or 300/350mm f/5.6. On Nov 15, 2007 1:54 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I do have a Simga 500mm F.4.0 mirror lens, which is sort of heavy and I do like it. Here is a link to to a photo of it on my photo.net page.There are three photos of it on that pageJoe http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=5771640 -- Original message -- From: Thibouille [EMAIL PROTECTED] I think mirror lens have the realyl advantages (well more or less) of being: * portable (but a bit too much, they are too lightweight for the focal length IMO and as such difficult to stabilize). In the end you still need a tripod which kinda negates the argument. * cheap. and I think this is the major point why people buy those. I have one although I didn't pay for it (long term loan ;) I'm sometimes very happy having it. I know I will *never* be able to pay for proper 500mm lens. so I'm happy with my Tamron. True the bokeh is indeed very problematic. But as a chgeap astro lens like moonshots (at least for a newbie like me) I think it is a very acceptable solution... not without obvious drawbacks. -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- K10D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- The difference between individual intelligence and group intelligence is the difference between Harvard University and the Harvard University football team. -- P. J. O'Roark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: A question about chimping
Tom C wrote: It seems to me the term is now used often in a euphemistic derogatory sense that implies one must not be a good photographer if they need to look at their image to check it. [...] While I generally agree with what you're saying, Tom, I find it quite scary, and more than a little humorous, that some folks will chimp while in the hot areas of a race track, not paying any more attention to what's going on around them than Hogan's Goat. -- Thanks, DougF (KG4LMZ) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: WTB: M42 to K-mount adapter
Stan Halpin wrote on Mon, 12 Nov 2007 14:16:42 -0800 Anybody have one of these they are willing to part with? I sold my last one a couple of years ago thinking I would never need it, but am thinking of some experimentation... Stan, I don't have one to sell you right now, but seller roxsen on eBay (located in Hong Kong) has several for sale right now. Note that his are not the genuine Pentax-made units, but they are a lot cheaper and do permit infinity focus. Beware the many adapters on the 'Bay which have a large flange - they do *not* permit infinity focus, as the flange does not fit within the lensmount opening but sits outside it. Regards, Jim -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
On Nov 15, 2007, at 9:44, Thibouille wrote: 500f/4 mirror ? I'd be heaviliy suprised of a F/4 mirror lens. Those are usually 500/600mm f/8 or 300/350mm f/5.6. Did you look at the photo he linked to? Says 1:4 f=500mm right on the front of it. And there is a big handle on the top too, for carrying it. On Nov 15, 2007 1:54 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I do have a Simga 500mm F.4.0 mirror lens, which is sort of heavy and I do like it. Here is a link to to a photo of it on my photo.net page.There are three photos of it on that pageJoe http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=5771640 -Charles -- Charles Robinson - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Minneapolis, MN http://charles.robinsontwins.org -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: New 2007 Voigtlander SL-II Lenses
On 16.11.2007, at 03:17 , Beaker wrote: FYI- Stephen Gandy at CameraQuest has the new 2007 Voigtlander SL-II Pentax KA mount lenses up on his site. http://www.cameraquest.com/Voigt_SL2.htm They are the 40 mm f2 aspherical pancake the 58 mm f1.4 Nokton manual focus lenses. He has a nice write up of the lenses. Nice lenses, but for the price of 40/2 one could buy genuine Pentax 43/1.9 Ltd better at least because it has AF ;-) Guess which one of then most of us would choose? ;-) Cheers, Sylwek -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: King Albert II on the dark side
Everything is in twofold in Belgium, even the royal camera suppliers. Henk -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ralf R. Radermacher Sent: 15 November, 2007 10:58 PM To: Pentax Mailingliste Subject: King Albert II on the dark side On the ocassion of the annual King's Day, Canon and Nikon Belgium have both been appointed as official suppliers to the Belgian royal court. Ralf -- Ralf R. Radermacher - DL9KCG - Köln/Cologne, Germany private homepage: http://www.fotoralf.de manual cameras and photo galleries - updated Jan. 10, 2005 Contarex - Kiev 60 - Horizon 202 - P6 mount lenses -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Scribbles
Hi Marnie Thanks. I was shooting the sculptures in the harsh, middle of the day sunlight so I was pleased to be able to find something that seemed to work despite the light. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.blognow.com.au/peso1/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: In a message dated 11/15/2007 4:07:30 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: G'day all I took myself off the the annual 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition on Monday. This is an annual event, now in its 11th year, which features outdoor sculptures along a 2km coastal walk between Tamarama and Bondi, on Sydney's eastern beaches. I'll probably put up a small GESO shortly but thought I'd post this for comment. I found the shadows cast by one of the sculptures more interesting than the sculpture itself. http://www.blognow.com.au/PESO/77689/Scribbles.html Cheers Brian Neat shot! Marnie aka Doe :-) - -- Find out how you can get spam free email. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/3 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Scribbles
Thanks Dave Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.blognow.com.au/peso1/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Works for me. Well seen. Cheers, Dave On Nov 15, 2007 9:06 PM, Brian Walters [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day all I took myself off the the annual 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition on Monday. This is an annual event, now in its 11th year, which features outdoor sculptures along a 2km coastal walk between Tamarama and Bondi, on Sydney's eastern beaches. I'll probably put up a small GESO shortly but thought I'd post this for comment. I found the shadows cast by one of the sculptures more interesting than the sculpture itself. http://www.blognow.com.au/PESO/77689/Scribbles.html -- -- Get a free email address with REAL anti-spam protection. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/1 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Scribbles
Hi Jack Thanks for the feedback. Much appreciated. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.blognow.com.au/peso1/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Brian, I somehow missed this when originally posted. Seems like I've said that before. =) Striking, well captured image. Crop is terrific. Jack --- Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good catch. Most would have missed this. Nicely rendered. Paul On Nov 15, 2007, at 7:06 AM, Brian Walters wrote: G'day all I took myself off the the annual 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition on Monday. This is an annual event, now in its 11th year, which features outdoor sculptures along a 2km coastal walk between Tamarama and Bondi, on Sydney's eastern beaches. I'll probably put up a small GESO shortly but thought I'd post this for comment. I found the shadows cast by one of the sculptures more interesting than the sculpture itself. http://www.blognow.com.au/PESO/77689/Scribbles.html Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ -- Get a free email account with anti spam protection. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/2 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Find out how you can get spam free email. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/3 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Signature in the ocean (PESO)
On Nov 16, 2007, at 2:47, Igor Roshchin wrote: This island looks like a blot or, together with the wake, like artist's signature: http://www.komkon.org/~igor/PHOTOS/Mixed-2005-2007/IMGP4403-3c.jpg This photo was taken shortly before approaching JFK airport in New York, so it must be somewhere in the vicinity of Long Island. It looks somewhat similar to Gardiners Island: http://preview.tinyurl.com/35w6cv but I suspect, it is Robins Island: http://preview.tinyurl.com/2cmbax I go with your Robins Island suggestion. I wish they had better quality windows in commercial aircrafts. I'll bet they're real nice up in the front where the cockpit is! I've had the good fortune to occasionally get a nice non-scratch, non- smeary window in an airplane, but it's a relatively rare occurrence. -Charles -- Charles Robinson - [EMAIL PROTECTED] Minneapolis, MN http://charles.robinsontwins.org -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO - Face
I don't specifically recall your first rendering, but this is very strong. I definitely wouldn't lighten the shadows. I love the sparkle in her eyes and the hint of a smile. Good work. Paul -- Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I didn't take many shots of my Mom's face, as she was sort of a poor model. Too self conscious. Also I wanted natural light and the backgrounds in the living room were distracting. But about two years ago, after I showed some hand shots, someone asked for face shot. So I briefly showed this one. Originally I lightened shadows. This time, I did not. I like this rendering better, I feel it makes for a stronger shot. Wonder if people will agree? http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/face.htm Comments welcome. Marnie aka Doe - Warning: I am now filtering my email, so you may be censored. ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
FS: Excellent Super A body, SMC-A 24-50/4 lens
I haven't eBayed them yet, but this might really be my last try here before putting them up ... * Pentax Super A body. EXC+ condition. This camera feels and operates like new. It's technically the exact same camera as the Super Program, but it somehow feels like a Super Program Limited in all black. I will include a standard Pentax strap, along with the deluxe European Camera of the Year 1983 strap that was available. Front finger grip, body cap, original Pentax case (fits even with the front finger grip on) and instruction manual included. http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/eBay/Super_A_kit.jpg http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/eBay/Super_A_front.jpg http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/eBay/Super_A_top.jpg http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/eBay/Super_A_rear.jpg Price: $110 including shipping/insurance in the continental U.S. • Pentax SMC-A 24-50mm f/4 lens. KEH bargain condition, but closer to a real-life EX as far as I can tell; no major blemishes, dust or marks. More solid-feeling than some of the other A-series zooms like the 35-70 and more metal in the construction than the A 50/1.7 or 50/2. http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/eBay/24-50.jpg http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/eBay/24-50_side.jpg http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/eBay/24-50_rear.jpg Includes Pentax front and rear caps. $110, includes shipping/handling/insurance with USPS Priority Mail shipping in the continental U.S. Interested in both? $200 will take them together. Joe -- Joe Wilensky Managing Editor, Cornell Chronicle The Cornell Chronicle * The Cornell Chronicle (weekly) * Chronicle Online (daily) * Cornell Chronicle Magazine * Cornell e-News * Chronicle e-mail lists 312 College Ave. Ithaca, NY 14850 [EMAIL PROTECTED] (607) 255-3630 phone/voice mail (607) 255-5373 fax http://www.news.cornell.edu/ To subscribe to one of our e-mail lists, go to http://www.news.cornell.edu/subscribe.shtml -- 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Shooting in low temperature outdoors
On Nov 16, 2007 5:15 PM, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 15/11/07, Bob Sullivan, discombobulated, unleashed: (To speed the process, you can use your body heat to get it warm.) Bob's being polite. Just shove it up yer ass. Poor man's endoscope? Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
Depends how you define sharp :D Mirror bokeh is fine with me :D I like donuts! For me real sharpness starts around the 2.8/80 Biometar (the kit lens for Pentacon Six TL). Or you can use the Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar f2.8/180 for P6 or f3.5/135 Sonnar. I highly doubt any mirror lens will be able to give that kind of sharpness. And these are old lenses as well :D I also saw pictures with the 5.6/500 Rubinar and that lens was quite sharp too. But I will be happy to see some pictures (RAW preferred) with your Tamron and K10D (or whatever camera you have). I am really curious! .timber William Robb wrote: I have a Tamron 500/8 mirror lens which is very sharp indeed, though the bokeh is typical mirror lens sucky, so one wants to be careful with backgrounds. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
- Original Message - From: .timbercode Subject: Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications I have no first-hand experience with the lens in topic, but so far my experience with mirror lens is they are mostly soft. Of course there are differences, for example the f5.6/500 Rubinar is almost sharp (well let's say it's sharp as the Canon kit lenses :D) and f8/500 Phoenix is nowhere near to any kind of sharpness. I have a Tamron 500/8 mirror lens which is very sharp indeed, though the bokeh is typical mirror lens sucky, so one wants to be careful with backgrounds. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Shooting in low temperature outdoors
- Original Message - From: Bob Sullivan Subject: Re: Shooting in low temperature outdoors Mike, Minus 25 degrees C? Who picked that time to vacation in Prague? And I thought Europe was warm! Nobody goes out when it's that cold around here, unless it's to sit on a frozen lake and ice fish. In Saskatchewan, -25ºC is just starting to be cold. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Ot: The Best of the Crop?
There are plenty of shots in there were he hasn't cut off anything at all, though he easily could have, so it's not like he's just looking to chop off body parts. I don't see any indication that any of the crops produce anything other than a desired effect - including, occasionally, dehumanization. They're all effective and appear deliberate. Cheers, Paul Daniel J. Matyola wrote: I agree. One gets the feeling that he crops because he can, and because it has become his style to do so, not because it creates a desired effect in a particular image. On Nov 16, 2007 10:46 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The shot with the head cropped off is unappealing and dehumanizing. Also somewhat sexist. The shots where he just barely crops a toe or moves the figure to the bottom of the frame are okay. That can create a kind of visual tension. But after a while, it becomes a cliche. Paul -- Original message -- From: Daniel J. Matyola [EMAIL PROTECTED] What do you think of the way he crops the shots? On Nov 16, 2007 10:09 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I like two of them. The shoes seen under the table and the two model beach shot. The rest do nothing for me. Some are soft. I guess that's intentional, but I don't find it appealing. Maybe that's why I'm a hack and he's famous:-). Paul -- Original message -- From: Daniel J. Matyola [EMAIL PROTECTED] The fashion photography of Guy Bourdin: http://www.thefirstpost.co.uk/index.php?storyID=9532 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Shooting in low temperature outdoors
From: Boris Liberman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/15 Thu PM 06:23:44 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Shooting in low temperature outdoors Hi there. It turns out that I have my tickets for Prague next weekend. I am going to take my K10D, DA 21 and FA 43 lenses. The main issue that still remains to be resolved is that of taking the lenses and the camera back and forth between indoors (warm?!) and outdoors (cold?!). I've no experience with this kind of shooting whatsoever. Any hints of practical nature or rules to be observed would be most appreciated. Others will no dounbt have given you some advice but, particularly for Prague, watch out for the cathedral if you visit it. When I first went, this massive building had been sitting for two weeks in minus25 degree temperatures. The day before I arrived, it warmed up to about freezing. Walking around inside the cathedral for an hour or so (I had to stop because I was so cold) I had the spectacle of condensation forming on my lenses as I walked out into the snow... - 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
Amita - I'd be interested if it hasn't gone already. John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - Original Message - From: Amita Guha [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, November 16, 2007 8:26 AM Subject: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD I have a cable release for an *istD that I found after I sold mine. I'll ship it for free to anyone in the US or for shipping costs outside the US if it turns out to cost more than a couple of bucks to ship. I also have an *istD manual available for the same terms if anyone's interested. Amita -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/15 Thu PM 03:40:39 GMT To: pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List In a message dated 11/15/2007 6:46:37 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Steve Desjardins wrote: Of course, there is a sidebar story on that site about a man trying to have sex with his bicycle. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7095134.stm A misunderstanding after he had too much to drink? What, the bike led him on? Didn't shout no? It was his friend's bike. He had asked the friend what he did for sexual satisfaction and the friend replied, I use the bike. You can borrow it if you want. Upon being caught and castigated, he turned to his friend and said You told me to use the bike and his friend replied, Yes but I usually just ride it into town. QED. - 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Shooting in low temperature outdoors
Mike, Minus 25 degrees C? Who picked that time to vacation in Prague? And I thought Europe was warm! Nobody goes out when it's that cold around here, unless it's to sit on a frozen lake and ice fish. (Of course, mass quantities of beer are consumed as antifreeze during these adventures...) Regards, Bob S. On Nov 16, 2007 4:36 AM, mike wilson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Boris Liberman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/15 Thu PM 06:23:44 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Shooting in low temperature outdoors Hi there. It turns out that I have my tickets for Prague next weekend. I am going to take my K10D, DA 21 and FA 43 lenses. The main issue that still remains to be resolved is that of taking the lenses and the camera back and forth between indoors (warm?!) and outdoors (cold?!). I've no experience with this kind of shooting whatsoever. Any hints of practical nature or rules to be observed would be most appreciated. Others will no dounbt have given you some advice but, particularly for Prague, watch out for the cathedral if you visit it. When I first went, this massive building had been sitting for two weeks in minus25 degree temperatures. The day before I arrived, it warmed up to about freezing. Walking around inside the cathedral for an hour or so (I had to stop because I was so cold) I had the spectacle of condensation forming on my lenses as I walked out into the snow... - 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
It's huge dude. Thibouille wrote: No no I thought that it was a shot taken with that lens which wouldn't helped much IMO so I didn't (how stupid) check. That's the first time I see this, hence I'm indeed very surprised. It'd be cool to see it attached to a camera to have a better idea of the size of the whole thing. -- The difference between individual intelligence and group intelligence is the difference between Harvard University and the Harvard University football team. -- P. J. O'Roark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
William Robb wrote: From: .timbercode Depends how you define sharp :D Mirror bokeh is fine with me :D I like donuts! Sharp is defined as having high resolution. sharpness is really a combination of resolution and acutance. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: K10D PEF or DNG?
I shot DNG up until I got LR. Since then I shoot PEF. Boris Antti-Pekka Virjonen wrote: Hi, Which do you use as K10D Raw, PEF or DNG? Antti-Pekka Antti-Pekka Virjonen Computec Oy RD Turku www.computec.fi -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List
Maybe it was tired -Original Message- From: Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List A misunderstanding after he had too much to drink? What, the bike led him on? Didn't shout no? He spoke too soon... -- Cheers, Cotty Ken Waller PeoplePC Online A better way to Internet http://www.peoplepc.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PESO - Face
I didn't take many shots of my Mom's face, as she was sort of a poor model. Too self conscious. Also I wanted natural light and the backgrounds in the living room were distracting. But about two years ago, after I showed some hand shots, someone asked for face shot. So I briefly showed this one. Originally I lightened shadows. This time, I did not. I like this rendering better, I feel it makes for a stronger shot. Wonder if people will agree? http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/face.htm Comments welcome. Marnie aka Doe - Warning: I am now filtering my email, so you may be censored. ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Good reflections needed, help please!
When I could get it easily, I used fully exposed and developed roll film.. sixty inch wide roll film that is. It could be used like any roll background either base up for a reflective surface or emusion up for a beatiful satin surface. Double reflections were unheard of. Lithographic film was the blackest and had the glossiest base, but was prone to pinholes. Continuous tone film, while it didn't develop out as intensely black, was more dependably flawless. I don't know if the graphic arts industry even uses film anymore, but it should be available for making contact printing internegatives for platinum / palladium printing. regards, Anthony Farr On 16/11/2007, Brendan MacRae [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone do product shots on dark (black) reflective material that produces good, even reflections? I'm currently stumped working on a shoot for a local company. I have to shoot some video components on black (easy enough) but I'd like some good natural reflection from the surface they rest on. I've already tried tempered glass over black cloth (velour) but the reflections double up and look god-awful. There's a PS trick for reflections but it's simply too much work for anything but straight on views. All of my shots are oblique angles. This guy had a really good idea: http://strobist.blogspot.com/2006/08/on-assignment-shoot-your-shiny-new.html But, there's no way I'm going to find a piece of granite as big as I need it (30 x 48 roughly) and it would be way too expensive in any event. Any suggestions? Thanks ahead of time. -Brendan Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Prints
That's not entirely true. Most places that have a minilab will still do prints. I almost hate to admit this, but my brother and sister in law have probably never put the CF card from their Canon Rebel into the card reader on their home computer. They take the card to a lab and pay someone to download the pictures, make standard 4x6 proof prints, and, (I hope), burn the pictures to a CD, (though I've been afraid to ask). I'm so ashamed. Toralf Lund wrote: Mark Roberts wrote: mike wilson wrote: From: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] mike wilson wrote: He eliminated (many of) those in-camera. The point is still that 3000 files is not the same as 3000 prints or slides. Produce equal numbers of the same end product before you tell me that it is cheaper. It's cheaper because you don't *have* to produce *any* prints. There's something wrong with that logic. Once I work out what it is, I'll get back to you. There's nothing wrong with that logic because, odd as it may seem to old 20th-century farts like you and me, the print is no longer the preferred medium for viewing photographs, at least for most people. I don't know. I've heard many people talk about how they miss their family album now that they've switched to digital. In that sense, prints is what they *prefer*, it just doesn't seem to occur to them that they can still make them, or it's harder to get around to having them produced when they're no longer a part of the standard package. Then again, perhaps getting the prints from that envelope they give you at the lab into an actual album was also quite hard in the past... And of course, not all the prints went into the album in most cases. I've also been wondering what will happen after people have lost all their photos because they wiped out the entire hard disk enough times, or find that they have no idea where their favourite pictures are located because they've switched computers so many times since they were taken... - T -- The difference between individual intelligence and group intelligence is the difference between Harvard University and the Harvard University football team. -- P. J. O'Roark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
sharpness is a bourgeois concept -hcb Mark Roberts wrote: William Robb wrote: From: .timbercode Depends how you define sharp :D Mirror bokeh is fine with me :D I like donuts! Sharp is defined as having high resolution. sharpness is really a combination of resolution and acutance. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
Cotty wrote: On 16/11/07, Mark Roberts, discombobulated, unleashed: This time tomorrow it won't be Friday anywhere... Friday is just a state of mind. I keep thinking it's Tuesday. This must be Thursday. I never could get the hang of Thursdays. ;-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Lightroom 1.3 update
Lightroom 1.3 is released. The links on the adobe site are not working. Found this in the adobe forums Mac ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/mac/1.x/LTRM_WWEFG_mac_1_3.dmg Windows ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/win/1.x/LTRM_WWEFG_win_1_3.exe First impression: faster and the write to XMP bug is solved! -- Toine http://www.repiuk.nl -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Ot: The Best of the Crop?
I agree. One gets the feeling that he crops because he can, and because it has become his style to do so, not because it creates a desired effect in a particular image. On Nov 16, 2007 10:46 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The shot with the head cropped off is unappealing and dehumanizing. Also somewhat sexist. The shots where he just barely crops a toe or moves the figure to the bottom of the frame are okay. That can create a kind of visual tension. But after a while, it becomes a cliche. Paul -- Original message -- From: Daniel J. Matyola [EMAIL PROTECTED] What do you think of the way he crops the shots? On Nov 16, 2007 10:09 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I like two of them. The shoes seen under the table and the two model beach shot. The rest do nothing for me. Some are soft. I guess that's intentional, but I don't find it appealing. Maybe that's why I'm a hack and he's famous:-). Paul -- Original message -- From: Daniel J. Matyola [EMAIL PROTECTED] The fashion photography of Guy Bourdin: http://www.thefirstpost.co.uk/index.php?storyID=9532 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
I'll see your drink raise you two Vicodin. (on the mend from another new knee, last Monday. -Original Message- From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD - Original Message - From: Bob Blakely Subject: Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD I'm already on serious meds for my hip. This is as mellow as I get. Thank your God that I'm not drug free and at full asshole capacity. I'll drink to that. William Robb Ken Waller PeoplePC Online A better way to Internet http://www.peoplepc.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
It's not Friday here any more. Cheers, Dave On Nov 17, 2007 12:39 AM, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Except when it isn't. Bob W wrote: it's always Friday somewhere. -- Bob -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Amita Guha Sent: 16 November 2007 00:12 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD Isn't it Friday in Europe yet? On Nov 15, 2007 7:49 PM, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Close enough. Take a muscle relaxer. Bob Blakely wrote: It's not Friday. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO 2007 - 47d, 47e - GDG
In a message dated 11/15/2007 4:56:58 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Continuing to process ... http://homepage.mac.com/ramarren/photo/PAW7/47d.htm http://homepage.mac.com/ramarren/photo/PAW7/47e.htm Comments and critique always appreciated. enjoy Godfrey === I like both of these, Godfrey, but in this case I like the second, the building, better. Interesting shot, not sure it's totally successful, but it has a nice emptiness to it. And I really like the colors. HTH, Marnie aka Doe :-) - Warning: I am now filtering my email, so you may be censored. ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Shooting in low temperature outdoors
mike wilson wrote: I went to Siberia in February once. Nobody goes out when it's that cold around here, unless it's to sit on a frozen lake and ice fish. Siberians swim at those temperatures. (I watch) I have a videotape made at the Ural motorcycle factory in Siberia in February. Most of the employees rode motorcycles to work :) (Almost all with sidecars) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: K10D PEF or DNG?
DNG for convenience so I never get confused with PEF files produced by my *istD. Henk -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Antti-Pekka Virjonen Sent: 16 November, 2007 8:38 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: K10D PEF or DNG? Hi, Which do you use as K10D Raw, PEF or DNG? Antti-Pekka Antti-Pekka Virjonen Computec Oy RD Turku www.computec.fi -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Signature in the ocean (PESO)
This island looks like a blot or, together with the wake, like artist's signature: http://www.komkon.org/~igor/PHOTOS/Mixed-2005-2007/IMGP4403-3c.jpg This photo was taken shortly before approaching JFK airport in New York, so it must be somewhere in the vicinity of Long Island. It looks somewhat similar to Gardiners Island: http://preview.tinyurl.com/35w6cv but I suspect, it is Robins Island: http://preview.tinyurl.com/2cmbax I wish they had better quality windows in commercial aircrafts. Igor -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
David Savage wrote: It's not Friday here any more. This time tomorrow it won't be Friday anywhere... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
WTB: DA 50-200 zoom
Hi, My friend wants to buy a Pentax DA 50-200 so, if someone wants to part with his/her unit, let me know ofline. Thanks, Jaume __ Pregunta, Responde, Descubre. Comparte tus consejos y opiniones con los usuarios de Yahoo! Respuestas http://es.answers.yahoo.com/info/welcome -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Those looking for a FA*300/4.5 tripod mount ...
Ken Waller wrote: The 300mm f4.5 FA is one of my most used lenses - I use a camera mounted L bracket (from Kirk http://www.kirkphoto.com/ )to accomplish quick re-orientation from portrait to landscape. I have the F version and I also use it a lot. Rarely from a tripod, but I find the tripod mount to be pretty convenient anyway, for holding the lens/camera combo and for hanging the lens from my belt while something else is installed on the camera. -- Thanks, DougF (KG4LMZ) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
Could you give some samples? .t William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: .timbercode Subject: Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications Depends how you define sharp :D Mirror bokeh is fine with me :D I like donuts! Sharp is defined as having high resolution. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Lightroom 1.3 update
I'm pretty jazzed that this release is supposed to fix the bug where it deems PEF files over 16MB to be corrupt. Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: I downloaded and installed it last night. Their site is being hammered ... download speed was about 10K bytes per second vs my more usual 170K bytes per second. :-) Lots of operations seem snappier and smoother on Mac OS X v10.4.11, even on the PowerBook G4. The export dialog is redesigned, easier to use too. Also, a beta SDK, concentrating on the Export facilities, has now been made available for the first time. I'm pretty jazzed. G On Nov 16, 2007, at 10:03 AM, Toine wrote: Lightroom 1.3 is released. The links on the adobe site are not working. Found this in the adobe forums Mac ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/mac/1.x/LTRM_WWEFG_mac_1_3.dmg Windows ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/win/1.x/LTRM_WWEFG_win_1_3.exe First impression: faster and the write to XMP bug is solved! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: A question about chimping
I don't think that checking histograms counts as chimping, though. Could be right. I thought looking at the LCD in general, was chimping. Kenneth Waller http://www.tinyurl.com/272u2f - Original Message - From: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: A question about chimping Ken Waller wrote: If you don't occasionally chimp for exposure settings (overall R G B), you're a lot better photographer then I am. I don't think that checking histograms counts as chimping, though. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List
This is damned near the silliest thing I've ever read. Steve Desjardins wrote: Of course, there is a sidebar story on that site about a man trying to have sex with his bicycle. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7095134.stm I'd like a comment from Frank. Quoting Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED]: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/gloucestershire/7094258.stm -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- Finally - A spam blocker that actually works. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/4 -- The difference between individual intelligence and group intelligence is the difference between Harvard University and the Harvard University football team. -- P. J. O'Roark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
New Tmax400
Kodak taketh, and Kodak giveth. http://www.kodak.com/global/en/professional/products/films/bw/tMax400.jhtml?id=0.2.26.14.17.14lc=en -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.iinet.net.au/~derbyc -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: A question about chimping
- Original Message - From: David Savage Subject: Re: A question about chimping How about shooting tethered to your laptop review that way? I don't have the Remote Assistant for the K10 (is there such a beast) operational, and I believe I would need to upgrade the firmware and give up the ability to play with the AF offset. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
My Vivitar S1 600mm solid cat seems, to me at least to lack contrast, but is also very sharp. This can often be easily fixed in Photoshop, though in certain circumstances the the donut bokeh is a bit disturbing. Mark Roberts wrote: William Robb wrote: From: .timbercode Depends how you define sharp :D Mirror bokeh is fine with me :D I like donuts! Sharp is defined as having high resolution. sharpness is really a combination of resolution and acutance. -- The difference between individual intelligence and group intelligence is the difference between Harvard University and the Harvard University football team. -- P. J. O'Roark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re:PESO 2007 - 47d, 47e - GDG
On Nov 15, 2007, at 5:10 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: PESO 2007 - 47d, 47e - GDG Continuing to process ... http://homepage.mac.com/ramarren/photo/PAW7/47d.htm http://homepage.mac.com/ramarren/photo/PAW7/47e.htm Comments and critique always appreciated. enjoy Godfrey Godfrey, I find 47d to be quite an interesting composition, especially the not so obvious mysterious texture of the concrete . I'm not sure how you manage to find these sorts of gems, but they really are visually compelling. I guess it come with a developing sense of really learning to see. Great stuff. JayT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Lightroom 1.3 update
Another detail on 1.3 is that the File-Import Photos From Device... menu command that broke in v1.2 is now working again. :-) Godfrey On Nov 16, 2007, at 11:03 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Hmm ... Is that what the oddball error I was getting came down to be? Seems all the so-called damaged PEF files I've come across are 16.3 Mbytes, where 16.1 Mbytes were all processed with no problems. Very interesting. On Nov 16, 2007, at 10:33 AM, Paul Crovella wrote: I'm pretty jazzed that this release is supposed to fix the bug where it deems PEF files over 16MB to be corrupt. Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: I downloaded and installed it last night. Their site is being hammered ... download speed was about 10K bytes per second vs my more usual 170K bytes per second. :-) Lots of operations seem snappier and smoother on Mac OS X v10.4.11, even on the PowerBook G4. The export dialog is redesigned, easier to use too. Also, a beta SDK, concentrating on the Export facilities, has now been made available for the first time. I'm pretty jazzed. G On Nov 16, 2007, at 10:03 AM, Toine wrote: Lightroom 1.3 is released. The links on the adobe site are not working. Found this in the adobe forums Mac ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/mac/1.x/ LTRM_WWEFG_mac_1_3.dmg Windows ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/win/1.x/ LTRM_WWEFG_win_1_3.exe First impression: faster and the write to XMP bug is solved! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Signature in the ocean (PESO)
In a message dated 11/16/2007 12:57:28 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: This island looks like a blot or, together with the wake, like artist's signature: http://www.komkon.org/~igor/PHOTOS/Mixed-2005-2007/IMGP4403-3c.jpg This photo was taken shortly before approaching JFK airport in New York, so it must be somewhere in the vicinity of Long Island. It looks somewhat similar to Gardiners Island: http://preview.tinyurl.com/35w6cv but I suspect, it is Robins Island: http://preview.tinyurl.com/2cmbax I wish they had better quality windows in commercial aircrafts. Igor == Heh, it does sort of look like that (re signature). Fun shot. Marnie aka Doe :-) - Warning: I am now filtering my email, so you may be censored. ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Nature's Stitching
Actually a relief to read, Paul. Thanks. Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Interesting and unique. I think it's a worthy subject. Paul -- Original message -- From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Must have seen hundreds of bird assemblages over the years, never without wondering why certain locations are chosen. This doesn't give a hint either, but I thought they did an outstanding job of outlining the ridge and chimney. It must be obvious that I'm not above posting about anything these days. Taken an hour or so ago on a gray chilly day. Jack Comments should be interesting ;) http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=260 K10D, FA 80~320(@ 240mm), ISO 200 Be a better pen pal. Text or chat with friends inside Yahoo! Mail. See how. http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. Get easy, one-click access to your favorites. Make Yahoo! your homepage. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List
P. J. Alling wrote: Mark Roberts wrote: Cotty wrote: A misunderstanding after he had too much to drink? What, the bike led him on? Didn't shout no? He spoke too soon... meh, whatever turns your crank This stems from total depravity. I think it's time we shifted gears here. Before things come completely derailed. Okay, now I'm feeling pressure. Quite understandable, given the chain of events. Pedalling your platitudes again. When the mood strikes me. It comes and goes in cycles, you know. I can't help but think that you guys are just spinning your wheels. Indeed. Time for a brake. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Bayonet question :D
Hi list! :D I've an adapter for Pentax K but I don't know the other. The adapter says PK-HB, but today we tried it on a Hasselblad lens and it won't fit. Here's a picture: http://timber.clancode.hu/misc/ize/bayonet.jpg Thanks in advance, Timber -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications Is there an optical reason why a mirror lens can't achieve high resolution? I wouldn't think so. As Bill said, the only real drawback is the bokeh. And with digital photography that can sometimes be repaired. They are finicky to make. It's more difficult to align mirror lenses than refractors, from what I've been led to understand, and, of course, a front silvered mirror can be all over the place for quality, and I suppose might be prone to oxidizing of the silvered surface. Having said that, there is a lot of very high end telescopes out there (Hubble?) that are essentially just great big mirror lenses, so the quality is there, as long as the manufacturer cares to put the effort into it. There are a lot of cheap reflector lenses out there, and, like all cheap lenses, optical quality is probably going to be compromised somewhat. The Tamron 500/8 was not a cheap lens, although it certainly wasn't in the price league of the 600/5.6. I'll dig it out and play with it a bit over the next day or so and post something from it. Probably not high art, but I'll try for something more interesting than a brick wall. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
Thanks! Take your time :D .t William Robb wrote: I'll have to dig the thing out and shoot something with it, I don't have anything at hand from it. Give me a day or two. It will be interesting to see if it is as good on digital as I recall it being on film. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Hare's Foot
On Nov 15, 2007 9:48 PM, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's gorgeous, David. Great composition and beautiful light. My only nit would be the slight softness in the lower right hand corner. But I bet you could fix that in PhotoShop. Thanks Paul. I think the OOF areas are a little to far gone to be able to fudge it in Photoshop :-) Thanks for looking commenting Cheers, Dave http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/Images/K10D/_IGP8938.jpg -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
I think mirror lens have the realyl advantages (well more or less) of being: * portable (but a bit too much, they are too lightweight for the focal length IMO and as such difficult to stabilize). In the end you still need a tripod which kinda negates the argument. * cheap. and I think this is the major point why people buy those. I have one although I didn't pay for it (long term loan ;) I'm sometimes very happy having it. I know I will *never* be able to pay for proper 500mm lens. so I'm happy with my Tamron. True the bokeh is indeed very problematic. But as a chgeap astro lens like moonshots (at least for a newbie like me) I think it is a very acceptable solution... not without obvious drawbacks. -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- K10D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Hare's Foot
Thanks Jack. It is drooping because it sticking out of a hanging basket. Maybe it needs a little blue pill. As for the DOF it was a compromise between being able to hand hold the camera or ending up with a blurry mess. Thsi was I only ended up with a half blurry mess. Cheers, Dave On Nov 15, 2007 10:47 PM, Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David, It has a troubling droop to it. Think I'd try propping it up some and, perhaps, cropping the left edge a little. Also, the very shallow DoF detracts somewhat. Jack --- David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/Images/K10D/_IGP8938.jpg -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PESO -- Macroscian
Nothing special; just a cool word that I wanted to illustrate: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6646233 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: A question about chimping
I tend to look at the histogram the most - that can be tremendously helpful in tricky lighting situations - more so than just looking at the image. -- Bruce Thursday, November 15, 2007, 8:00:22 AM, you wrote: as I can only get a hint of what Ive done from the tiny photo.. although it as is sufficient to trash the really obvious as out of focus, super camera shake, subject out of frame stuff.. ... LIke as Robb, I need to look at them on the as big screen to really tell what I've gotten. as And using the button that zooms in on the camera really messed me up as once when I went to the next frame as to examine it after zooming in on one. I was photo'ing a little birdie as on a roof -- shot about 10 frames - as thought I had gotten it but all I was seeing on back of the camera was a as piece of the sky - cursing myself as and trashing a bunch I sudden realized I was only looking at a corner of as the frame. ugh. Probably didn't as have a decent shot anyway. sigh. as ann From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: A question about chimping Date: Thu, 15 Nov 2007 07:36:00 -0600 - Original Message - From: Tom C Subject: Re: A question about chimping , and to get it right one must see. Or one must have enough confidence in their knowledge and abilities. You're right, it's a hallmark of many pro's to check and review their images on the spot in order to correct deficiences, and in the past they spent thousands of dollars for the capability with duplicate backs, polaroid film, and in some cases duplicate bodies. Polaroids were almost exclusively used in the studio to check lighting and whatnot, and often that was to satisfy art directors, not the photographers themselves. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Don't quite know how to respond to this...
From: Toralf Lund [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/15 Thu PM 09:44:13 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Don't quite know how to respond to this... mike wilson wrote: Although their grasp of English and presentation skills are somewhat lacking, he/she asks a pertinent question, in a pleasant manner, in an apparent attempt to increase their knowledge of the subject. I would give them a proper, courteous answer. Seriously? Well, maybe I'm the one who has got it wrong, but this looks very similar to a number of emails I've received in the past, which I've always thought were some kind of spam or scam, although I haven't quite understood what exactly they were supposed to trick me into doing. The messages I'm talking about (I haven't kept any of them, unfortunately) haven't been about Pentax cameras, but seemed to touch upon some subject or the other I had expressed an interest somewhere on the net. Their text has been a more or less incomprehensible (auto-generated?) collection of words related to the subject - organised into nearly grammatically correct, yet more or less meaningless, sentences... I've seen that stuff, too. This just seems like some person who has bought into the dream and suddenly realises that there is more to it than pointing and pressing the button. If the spam generators have become this good I might as well take my bike to a nice, warm hotel room. I thought this was what Mark was assuming, too... From: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/15 Thu AM 01:26:27 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Don't quite know how to respond to this... An email I just received (unedited, in its entirety): I'VE CONTACTED YOU BEFORE ABOUT PENTAX CAMERAS. I SEE YOU USE THE K10D THATS WHAT I PURCHASED HOW DO YOU LIKE IT AND DO USE FILTERS ON YOUR LENSES. I HEARD THE FILTERS LET LESS LITE IN AND DETRACTS FROM THE IMAGE THANKS I REALLY ENJOY YOUR WEB SITE Suggestions for a response would be appreciated. I probably won't *use* any of them, but I might *enjoy* them :) - 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. - 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List
Cotty wrote: A misunderstanding after he had too much to drink? What, the bike led him on? Didn't shout no? He spoke too soon... meh, whatever turns your crank This stems from total depravity. I think it's time we shifted gears here. Before things come completely derailed. Okay, now I'm feeling pressure. Quite understandable, given the chain of events. Pedalling your platitudes again. When the mood strikes me. It comes and goes in cycles, you know. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
Is there an optical reason why a mirror lens can't achieve high resolution? I wouldn't think so. As Bill said, the only real drawback is the bokeh. And with digital photography that can sometimes be repaired. Paul -- Original message -- From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: .timbercode Subject: Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications Depends how you define sharp :D Mirror bokeh is fine with me :D I like donuts! Sharp is defined as having high resolution. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
'Tis now. From: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/11/15 Thu PM 11:33:39 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD It's not Friday. Regards, Bob... - Note: No trees were killed in the sending of this message, but a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced. From: Amita Guha [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have a cable release for an *istD that I found after I sold mine. I'll ship it for free to anyone in the US or for shipping costs outside the US if it turns out to cost more than a couple of bucks to ship. I also have an *istD manual available for the same terms if anyone's interested. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. - 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 to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: Lightroom 1.3 update
Excellent, thanks for pointing this out. -- Bob -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Toine Sent: 16 November 2007 18:04 To: pdml@pdml.net Subject: Lightroom 1.3 update Lightroom 1.3 is released. The links on the adobe site are not working. Found this in the adobe forums Mac ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/mac/1.x/LTRM_WWEFG_mac_1_3.dmg Windows ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/win/1.x/LTRM_WWEFG_win_1_3.exe First impression: faster and the write to XMP bug is solved! -- Toine http://www.repiuk.nl -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: K10D PEF or DNG?
Which do you use as K10D Raw, PEF or DNG? PEF - to save space on cards while shooting. My recent testing showed, however, that if you need that little extra for fast bursts of 4-10 sequence shots, it's better to set DNG format. Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: Shooting in low temperature outdoors
Others will no dounbt have given you some advice but, particularly for Prague, watch out for the cathedral if you visit it. When I first went, this massive building had been sitting for two weeks in minus25 degree temperatures. The day before I arrived, it warmed up to about freezing. Walking around inside the cathedral for an hour or so (I had to stop because I was so cold) I had the spectacle of condensation forming on my lenses as I walked out into the snow... I was in Moscow at about that temperature a few years ago. I had a brace of LXs and the only time I got any condensation was going from outdoors into a lovely steamy warm café full of boiling kettles and steaming workers. The cameras coped admirably and all I had to do when I went out again was to wipe off the condensation before it froze. Bob -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Nature's Stitching
Jack, I like the way you mounted the pigeon on the end of the mast. Is this how you lured in for the picture? I know a pigeon racing fancier who would cry to see that shot..they are supposed to be in the coop. John Graves WA1JG [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Interesting and unique. I think it's a worthy subject. Paul -- Original message -- From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Must have seen hundreds of bird assemblages over the years, never without wondering why certain locations are chosen. This doesn't give a hint either, but I thought they did an outstanding job of outlining the ridge and chimney. It must be obvious that I'm not above posting about anything these days. Taken an hour or so ago on a gray chilly day. Jack Comments should be interesting ;) http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=260 K10D, FA 80~320(@ 240mm), ISO 200 Be a better pen pal. Text or chat with friends inside Yahoo! Mail. See how. http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PESO: A Steaming Cup of Holiday Cheer
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6646914 K10D, FA 50/1.4, 1/125th, two monolights firing into umbrellas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PESO: Nature's Stitching
Must have seen hundreds of bird assemblages over the years, never without wondering why certain locations are chosen. This doesn't give a hint either, but I thought they did an outstanding job of outlining the ridge and chimney. It must be obvious that I'm not above posting about anything these days. Taken an hour or so ago on a gray chilly day. Jack Comments should be interesting ;) http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=260 K10D, FA 80~320(@ 240mm), ISO 200 Be a better pen pal. Text or chat with friends inside Yahoo! Mail. See how. http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO - Face
I think it is pleasing and effective. On Nov 16, 2007 10:50 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I didn't take many shots of my Mom's face, as she was sort of a poor model. Too self conscious. Also I wanted natural light and the backgrounds in the living room were distracting. But about two years ago, after I showed some hand shots, someone asked for face shot. So I briefly showed this one. Originally I lightened shadows. This time, I did not. I like this rendering better, I feel it makes for a stronger shot. Wonder if people will agree? http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/face.htm Comments welcome. Marnie aka Doe - Warning: I am now filtering my email, so you may be censored. ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Seattle at Dusk
Ken, Thanks for your comments. The foreground isn't blank. On most monitors (all 3 in our household and several at work) there is planking in the foreground whose diagonal lines lead into the illuminated buildings (making it Art ;-) ) That said, I think David Savage's editing, which lightens the foreground, is a real improvement. Rick --- Ken Waller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Would be a much stronger image without all the blank foreground. Crop just below the lowest lights see for yourself. Kenneth Waller http://www.tinyurl.com/272u2f - Original Message - From: Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2007 10:08 PM Subject: PESO: Seattle at Dusk Another from my recent Seattle trip. There are a few open wooden piers along the harbor with beautiful views of the city and Puget Sound. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6641058size=lg K10D, DA 16-45, ISO 800, f/4 @ 1/10, handheld, RAW via Lightroom. I eagerly anticipate comments and critiques. Rick -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications
- Original Message - From: .timbercode Subject: Re: Sigma 600mm f/8.0 Mirror Lens Sample Photos and Specifications Could you give some samples? I'll have to dig the thing out and shoot something with it, I don't have anything at hand from it. Give me a day or two. It will be interesting to see if it is as good on digital as I recall it being on film. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Lightroom 1.3 update
I downloaded and installed it last night. Their site is being hammered ... download speed was about 10K bytes per second vs my more usual 170K bytes per second. :-) Lots of operations seem snappier and smoother on Mac OS X v10.4.11, even on the PowerBook G4. The export dialog is redesigned, easier to use too. Also, a beta SDK, concentrating on the Export facilities, has now been made available for the first time. I'm pretty jazzed. G On Nov 16, 2007, at 10:03 AM, Toine wrote: Lightroom 1.3 is released. The links on the adobe site are not working. Found this in the adobe forums Mac ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/mac/1.x/LTRM_WWEFG_mac_1_3.dmg Windows ftp://ftp.adobe.com/pub/adobe/lightroom/win/1.x/LTRM_WWEFG_win_1_3.exe First impression: faster and the write to XMP bug is solved! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List
-- Original message -- From: Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] A misunderstanding after he had too much to drink? What, the bike led him on? Didn't shout no? He spoke too soon... meh, whatever turns your crank This stems from total depravity. I think it's time we shifted gears here. Before things come completely derailed. Okay, now I'm feeling pressure. Quite understandable, given the chain of events. Pedalling your platitudes again. When the mood strikes me. It comes and goes in cycles, you know. You should be behind bars. Or back in the saddle. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: OT - Nearly made the Darwin List
P. J. Alling wrote: Cotty wrote: A misunderstanding after he had too much to drink? What, the bike led him on? Didn't shout no? He spoke too soon... meh, whatever turns your crank This stems from total depravity. I think it's time we shifted gears here. Before things come completely derailed. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: A question about chimping
On Nov 15, 2007, at 3:16 PM, William Robb wrote: How about shooting tethered to your laptop review that way? I don't have the Remote Assistant for the K10 (is there such a beast) operational, and I believe I would need to upgrade the firmware and give up the ability to play with the AF offset. I haven't found much use to playing with AF offsets. The Pentax Remote Assistant for the K10D has been out for both Windows and Mac OS X users for some time now, I think it requires fw v1.2. Downloadable from the Pentax website... Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD
- Original Message - From: Bob Blakely Subject: Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD I'm already on serious meds for my hip. This is as mellow as I get. Thank your God that I'm not drug free and at full asshole capacity. I'll drink to that. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
