Re: Well, hello

2009-08-07 Thread mike wilson
SV Hovland wrote: Thanks all. No, I think Mr. Clarkson hates motorcycles so I am not The Stig. He would probably sent me home again when he found out. But I love cars and especially Formula 1. Have been on 6 races and are going to the seventh in Belgium later this month. Pictures: Well, I

Re: Geso: Some Old Trucks

2009-08-07 Thread mike wilson
William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: Ralf R. Radermacher Subject: Re: Geso: Some Old Trucks William Robb war...@gmail.com wrote: A friend of mine discovered this little goldmine of photographic opportunities a couple of weeks ago. There are in excess of 200 elderly

FS Friday: random miscellanea

2009-08-07 Thread Larry Colen
With today's layoff, I need to get more serious about parting with stuff, preferably getting some money, but also, more importantly, making space and reducing clutter. I spent too much time finding bargains on craigslist. Especially when I thought Pentax might come out with a full frame camera.

Re: Well, hello

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
This one. http://album.heime.org/album/sandnesfotoklubb/imgp4140_raw_edited-1.jpg - Original Message - From: SV Hovland p...@heime.org To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 12:49 AM Subject: Re: Well, hello Again, thanks. I could not see what

Re: Some Old Trucks

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
Nice, William. It'd be fun to see an overview shot of the field with all the trucks. Must be some site. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: William Robb war...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Thursday, August 06, 2009 2:21 PM Subject: Geso:

Re: Well, hello

2009-08-07 Thread SV Hovland
:-) It's my mother-in-law and she is a small problem regarding photographing. She hates being taken photos of. I either need good tips for how to persuade her or I have to find someone else. My idea is her lying on green grass with a red sweater, sun glasses and a cigarette, but she refuses.

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread David Mann
On Aug 7, 2009, at 7:08 AM, Larry Colen wrote: I've got a whole bunch more time for photography. I just got laid off. It's a good thing I didn't buy that 16-50. expect a big fs friday post real soon. Sorry to hear, Larry, hopefully it'll open some new doors for you. My previous workplace

Re: Well, hello

2009-08-07 Thread David Mann
On Aug 7, 2009, at 4:12 AM, Mark Roberts wrote: Don't sell the 80-200/2.8 - you'll regret it forever. I won't mind if you sell it. I'm thinking about looking for one, but I doubt I can really afford to. Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: Well, hello

2009-08-07 Thread David Mann
On Aug 6, 2009, at 11:02 PM, David J Brooks wrote: PS turn your spell checker off when you read my posting's and you'll be ok. How about the apostrophe checker? Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML,

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
- Original Message - From: David Mann dm...@bluemoon.net.nz Some of my former colleagues are having to train their own replacements. I really don't envy them. When I hear this sort of thing, it just makes my blood boil. What unabashed nerve on the part of those corporate

Accelerating PS CS4 with your Graphics Card: Interesting article and Adobe Knowledgebase about it.

2009-08-07 Thread Thibouille
For those interested: Article: http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/review/1496578/apps-exploit-graphics-cards Adobe's KB: http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/404/kb404898.html -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- Photo: K10D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... Thinkpad:

workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Alastair Robertson
Hi All time to replace my aging PC workstation at work - I do most of my photo processing on it - any recommendations on a spec for a replacement? Should I get two monitors and if so what config for the screen sizes should I get - I assume LCD screeens are now good enough to replace my 19

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Thibouille
Very sorry to hear that Larry :( I'm sure you will find a job which suits you better, being freelance or not. Your next FS won't be read as most other FSes ... Regards, -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- Photo: K10D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... Thinkpad:

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Mark Roberts
Alastair Robertson wrote: time to replace my aging PC workstation at work - I do most of my photo processing on it - any recommendations on a spec for a replacement? Should I get two monitors and if so what config for the screen sizes should I get - I assume LCD screeens are now good enough to

Re: My Dream Cruise Blog, Part II

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
Good jib again Paul. Dave On Thu, Aug 6, 2009 at 5:32 PM, paul stenquistpnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: It's here: http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/08/06/where-dream-cruisers-gather-before-the-big-day/#more-21201 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: PESO 2009 - 126 - GDG

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
Yes it was. I like how you have captured this, with the stair running into the wall. Dave On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 12:46 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgiramar...@mac.com wrote: First morning in Tijuana, the light was kind to me...  http://godfreydigiorgi.posterous.com/126-window-and-stairs comments

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 6:34 AM, Mark Robertsm...@robertstech.com wrote: - Twisted Nematic - Twisted Sister cover band. Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, Ontario, Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail

Re: My Dream Cruise Blog, Part II

2009-08-07 Thread P. J. Alling
What jib, I thought he was writing about cars not boats... David J Brooks wrote: Good jib again Paul. Dave On Thu, Aug 6, 2009 at 5:32 PM, paul stenquistpnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: It's here:

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Mark Roberts
David J Brooks wrote: On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 6:34 AM, Mark Robertsm...@robertstech.com wrote: - Twisted Nematic - Twisted Sister cover band. No way. Twisted Sister was imitating *them*. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to

PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Jack Davis
Playing with the DA 55~300. This for those who may be curious. Web image only gives an indication of what I feel is its price belying capability. Jack Comments welcome. K20D, F/8, ISO 100, 300MM, sturdy tripod, VERY heavy crop. http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=435

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Doug Franklin
Mark Roberts wrote: The latest LCD monitors are very good indeed as long as you avoid the cheap ones (the TN - Twisted Nematic - type). I went through considerable research before buying mine and collected some information which I put on my web site: http://www.robertstech.com/blog/?p=31 I

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Doug Franklin
Alastair Robertson wrote: time to replace my aging PC workstation at work - I do most of my photo processing on it - any recommendations on a spec for a replacement? Should I get two monitors and if so what config for the screen sizes should I get - I assume LCD screeens are now good enough

RE: PESO The Pirate Farts on Posterous dot com :-)

2009-08-07 Thread John Sessoms
From: Christine Aguila just thought I'd try this out. Thanks for the heads up, Godfrey. poterous certainly has a nice clean look. http://caguila.posterous.com/ Taken in the Field Museum lobby--with the pirate exhibit and all . . . Just a little funny. Cheers, Christine Quite funny

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Mark Roberts
Doug Franklin wrote: Mark Roberts wrote: The latest LCD monitors are very good indeed as long as you avoid the cheap ones (the TN - Twisted Nematic - type). I went through considerable research before buying mine and collected some information which I put on my web site:

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Leon Altoff
I've often wondered about the need for a really good monitor. I'd certainly like one, but I've yet to find an IPS or VA monitor readily available in Australia. Then there is the question of what the image you are editing is going to be used for. 4 colour printing doesn't have the colour gamut

RE: GESO - first K7 pics

2009-08-07 Thread Desjardins, Steve
207 is great. -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of Chris Mitchell Sent: Thursday, August 06, 2009 3:23 AM To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' Subject: GESO - first K7 pics A community music event run by the Parks Trust in Campbell Park,

RE: Well, hello

2009-08-07 Thread Desjardins, Steve
Some say he has the biggest zoom in Norway and his left eye was assembled in Viet Nam. All we know is he's called the . . . Really nice Gallery. Yet another one to make me feel insecure (sigh). -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread John Sessoms
I feel your pain. Really. Got my pink slip 'bout half an hour ago. I am, as they say, now free to pursue other interests. From: David J Brooks Bummer to hear Larry. I was given the bronze handshake back in 2007. It all works out in the end i have found. Keep your head up. Dave On Thu,

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Doug Brewer
John Sessoms wrote: I feel your pain. Really. Got my pink slip 'bout half an hour ago. I am, as they say, now free to pursue other interests. dang. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the

Re: Some Old Trucks

2009-08-07 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: Christine Aguila Subject: Re: Some Old Trucks Nice, William. It'd be fun to see an overview shot of the field with all the trucks. Must be some site. Cheers, Christine Right now they have things spread around quite a bit. I wanted to into the yard

Re: Geso: Some Old Trucks

2009-08-07 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: paul stenquist Subject: Re: Geso: Some Old Trucks Enjoyed these. Nicely done. The green chevy looks like a good candidate for a restoration. Not much rust. Thanks Paul. One of the advantages to living in a very dry climate is that vehicles can last a

Re: Geso: Some Old Trucks

2009-08-07 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: mike wilson Subject: Re: Geso: Some Old Trucks Did you notice the in camera HDRs? I thought they were overpolarised. My apologies, I should have known better. I think I own a polarizer... I'm not sure what I think of the in camera HDR, but I

Re: FS Friday: random miscellanea

2009-08-07 Thread Scott Loveless
On 8/7/09, Larry Colen l...@red4est.com wrote: With today's layoff, I need to get more serious about parting with stuff, preferably getting some money, but also, more importantly, making space and reducing clutter. I spent too much time finding bargains on craigslist. Especially when I

Re: Interesting exhibition coming up

2009-08-07 Thread John Sessoms
From: Joseph McAllister On Aug 6, 2009, at 05:49 , John Sessoms wrote: From: Joseph McAllister No wonder it takes me so much time to get through the PDML each day. I read the words! It's not that, it's all the little side journeys that crop up along the way. Some link in the 99

Handy tip for traveling with camera gear in checked baggage

2009-08-07 Thread Christian
Probably applies to US only but quite interesting nonetheless (he mentions European countries however). I try to carry my 500/4 in the cabin but for all the other accessories and lenses and backup bodies, this might be a good idea. (the video starts out too early... skip ahead a few minutes;

Re: Interesting exhibition coming up

2009-08-07 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: John Sessoms Subject: Re: Interesting exhibition coming up Yeah, I know. Fortunately, I don't do FaceBook, I have a crackbook page, but I hardly ever go there. The last time I opened facebook I was so overwhelmed by the sheer volume of stuff on my page

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 8:53 AM, Mark Robertsm...@robertstech.com wrote: I've found it's pretty much a toss-up between the latest S-IPS and S-PVA/S-MVA monitors. Just avoid the TN type. I don't need a new monitor, yet, but just curious. Will these letter codes appear any were when you look at

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Adam Maas
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 10:07 AM, David J Brookspentko...@gmail.com wrote: On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 8:53 AM, Mark Robertsm...@robertstech.com wrote: I've found it's pretty much a toss-up between the latest S-IPS and S-PVA/S-MVA monitors. Just avoid the TN type. I don't need a new monitor, yet,

Re: My Dream Cruise Blog, Part II

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 8:08 AM, P. J. Allingwebstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: What jib, I thought he was writing about cars not boats... I just saw dream cruise and thought Dave David J Brooks wrote: Good jib again Paul. Dave On Thu, Aug 6, 2009 at 5:32 PM, paul

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 10:10 AM, Adam Maasa...@mawz.ca wrote: On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 10:07 AM, David J Brookspentko...@gmail.com wrote: On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 8:53 AM, Mark Robertsm...@robertstech.com wrote: I've found it's pretty much a toss-up between the latest S-IPS and S-PVA/S-MVA

Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
Hu. Making this very hard Jack.:-) I have taken a few moon shots with my Sigma 170-500 and they are not as clear as this one. Dave On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 8:29 AM, Jack Davisjdavi...@yahoo.com wrote: Playing with the DA 55~300. This for those who may be curious. Web image only gives an

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread John Sessoms
From: Christine Aguila From: David Mann dm...@bluemoon.net.nz Some of my former colleagues are having to train their own replacements. I really don't envy them. When I hear this sort of thing, it just makes my blood boil. What unabashed nerve on the part of those corporate overlords.

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: Christine Aguila Subject: Re: today's news Some of my former colleagues are having to train their own replacements. I really don't envy them. When I hear this sort of thing, it just makes my blood boil. What unabashed nerve on the part of those

Re: GESO - first K7 pics

2009-08-07 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 8/6/2009 12:23:28 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, chris.mitch...@which.net writes: A community music event run by the Parks Trust in Campbell Park, Milton Keynes. It's the John Howarth Band: http://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/JohnHowarth2/ DA* 16-60 2.8 and DA* 50-135 2.8. DNG raw

Re: My Dream Cruise Blog, Part II

2009-08-07 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 8/6/2009 2:33:25 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time, pnstenqu...@comcast.net writes: It's here: http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/08/06/where-dream-cruisers-gather-befor e-the-big-day/#more-21201 == Totally cool being in the NYT! Good article and some nice shots.

Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Eactivist
In a message dated 8/7/2009 5:30:11 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, jdavi...@yahoo.com writes: Playing with the DA 55~300. This for those who may be curious. Web image only gives an indication of what I feel is its price belying capability. Jack Comments welcome. K20D, F/8, ISO 100, 300MM,

Pentax FA 80-320 vs Sigma 70-300mm 4.0-5.6

2009-08-07 Thread Tony Cogan
Hi I'm new here, although I did receive this back a few years ago. I have a question. I have used the Pentax FA 80-320 for a few years. I loaned it out and the borrower dropped it, rendering it useless. Now I need to replace it - for less money than I would prefer to spend. How do you

Re: How precise is your K-7's spirit level?

2009-08-07 Thread Margus Männik
William Robb wrote: Or, you can bitch and whine on the internet if that is what floats your boat, but it isn't as constructive. Absolutely - and that's exactly what all kind of reviewers will do until they got next camera or feature to chomp. Personally I don't care much - I managed to survive

Re: How precise is your K-7's spirit level?

2009-08-07 Thread AlunFoto
2009/8/6 Joseph McAllister pentax...@mac.com: I don't need any central-nervous toxin to come across as plain silly. Apologies, Joe... :-) From me, or to me? hmmm... From me, anyway. Despite not being British. :-) Jostein -- http://www.alunfoto.no/galleri/ http://alunfoto.blogspot.com

Re: Pentax FA 80-320 vs Sigma 70-300mm 4.0-5.6

2009-08-07 Thread Matthew Hunt
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 11:20 AM, Tony Cogantonyco...@cox.net wrote: Now I need to replace it - for less money than I would prefer to spend.  How do you people think it compares with the Sigma 70-300 f4-5.6?  Is there a different lens to consider in the under-$250 price range? I don't have

GESO - Laura Jean, w/ Tom Cooney, Caitlin Park (and a really slack DA*55 vs CV58 comparison)

2009-08-07 Thread Derby Chang
Hi all, Sasha asked what I thought about the DA*55/1.4 and the Voigtlander 58mm/1.4 SLII. Tonight, I took both out on a date (along with the 77mm Ltd as chaperone). Here's my kiss 'n tell. The DA*55 is no doubt a fine lens, and a great performer in low light. Normally, I shoot manual focus

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Bob Sullivan
My sympathies John. Keep busy and positive. We are not defined by our jobs... Regards, Bob S. On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 8:42 AM, John Sessomsjsessoms...@nc.rr.com wrote: I feel your pain. Really. Got my pink slip 'bout half an hour ago. I am, as they say, now free to pursue other interests.

Re: Accelerating PS CS4 with your Graphics Card: Interesting article and Adobe Knowledgebase about it.

2009-08-07 Thread John Celio
For those interested: Article: http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/review/1496578/apps-exploit-graphics-cards Adobe's KB: http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/404/kb404898.html Thanks for posting this. Although I'd already known about that feature, I didn't know that Use for Image Display was slowing

Re: GESO - Laura Jean, w/ Tom Cooney, Caitlin Park (and a really slack DA*55 vs CV58 comparison)

2009-08-07 Thread Bob Sullivan
Derby, Nice photo set includes some top-notch catches. Plus you are such a gentleman to not 'kiss and tell'. Regards, Bob S. On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 10:56 AM, Derby Changder...@iinet.net.au wrote: Hi all, Sasha asked what I thought about the DA*55/1.4 and the Voigtlander 58mm/1.4 SLII.

Re: Pentax FA 80-320 vs Sigma 70-300mm 4.0-5.6

2009-08-07 Thread John Celio
I used to own a Sigma 70-300. I HATED it. Absolutely the worst lens I've ever owned. I will never buy another Sigma lens, and not just because of that one lens. I've tried a variety of Sigmas, and the only one I ever liked was the 105mm macro. More importantly, shouldn't the person who

Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Jack Davis
I have checked Pop Photos's SQF numbers since they began their lens lab tests a number of years back. They may not be worth a damn, but their past test protocol explanations have impressed this anti geek. The DA 55~300's test results were significantly higher than even those produced the DA*

Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Jack Davis
I'll pass your positive remarks along to the lens. ;) Thanks much for commenting, Marnie! Jack --- On Fri, 8/7/09, eactiv...@aol.com eactiv...@aol.com wrote: From: eactiv...@aol.com eactiv...@aol.com Subject: Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon To: pdml@pdml.net Date: Friday, August 7, 2009, 8:05 AM

Re: FS Friday: random miscellanea

2009-08-07 Thread Larry Colen
On Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 09:52:24AM -0400, Scott Loveless wrote: On 8/7/09, Larry Colen l...@red4est.com wrote: M42 Honeywell Pentax SP500 (2 of) I'm a bit interested in these. Do they work properly - meter and shutter? And can you take a couple quick pictures? I thought that the

Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Toine
I have mine for 1,5 year, at f/8 or around that it's near perfect. Never looked at the 60-250 ;) Toine 2009/8/7 Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com: Playing with the DA 55~300. This for those who may be curious. Web image only gives an indication of what I feel is its price belying capability.

Re: FS Friday: random miscellanea

2009-08-07 Thread Larry Colen
For much of this stuff, one thing that I am willing to consider is that I'll ship something to you, you play with it, and tell me what you think it's worth. -- The first step is learning to take great photos, the second step is learning to throw away ones that are merely good. Larry Colen

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread steve harley
they whom i call David J Brooks wrote: I don't need a new monitor, yet, but just curious. Will these letter codes appear any were when you look at them, on the sales tag or stamped some were.?? generally you can guess pretty well from the basic spec; in my recent research going through dozens

Re: Pentax FA 80-320 vs Sigma 70-300mm 4.0-5.6

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
What about the 55-300 Pentax. Seems like a good one. Dave On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 11:20 AM, Tony Cogantonyco...@cox.net wrote: Hi I'm new here, although I did receive this back a few years ago.  I have a question. I have used the Pentax FA 80-320 for a few years.  I loaned it out and the

Re: Pentax FA 80-320 vs Sigma 70-300mm 4.0-5.6

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
Actually some one on this list might have an 80-320 for sale. I'm sure they wil see this post. Dave On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 2:16 PM, David J Brookspentko...@gmail.com wrote: What about the 55-300 Pentax. Seems like a good one. Dave On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 11:20 AM, Tony

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 10:40 AM, William Robbwar...@gmail.com wrote: - Original Message - From: Christine Aguila Subject: Re: today's news Some of my former colleagues are having to train their own  replacements. I really don't envy them. When I hear this sort of thing, it just

Re: GESO - Laura Jean, w/ Tom Cooney, Caitlin Park (and a really slack DA*55 vs CV58 comparison)

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 11:56 AM, Derby Changder...@iinet.net.au wrote: http://members.iinet.net.au/~derbyc/09/09_08/09_08_laurajean/index.htm D Neither one produce very good colour, thats for sure.:-0 http://members.iinet.net.au/~derbyc/09/09_08/09_08_laurajean/16.htm Like this one. Dave

Re: Pentax FA 80-320 vs Sigma 70-300mm 4.0-5.6

2009-08-07 Thread gldnbearz
Hi Tony- I have a black FA 80-320 that I'm thinking about selling as I don't use it much. I haven't done much research on what the prices are like, but would you be interested? I'm based in California. - Pat On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 8:20 AM, Tony Cogantonyco...@cox.net wrote: Hi I'm new

Re: Well, hello

2009-08-07 Thread David J Brooks
On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 4:45 AM, David Manndm...@bluemoon.net.nz wrote: On Aug 6, 2009, at 11:02 PM, David J Brooks wrote: PS turn your spell checker off when you read my posting's and you'll be ok. How about the apostrophe checker? It broke' Dave Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List

Re: GESO - Laura Jean, w/ Tom Cooney, Caitlin Park (and a really slack DA*55 vs CV58 comparison)

2009-08-07 Thread Sasha Sobol
Derby, some really nice photos! And thank a lot for posing your feeling about lenses, it is very valuable. In general, if you compare 55mm and 58 mm, liked 77mm one most :) Actually my favorites are: http://members.iinet.net.au/~derbyc/09/09_08/09_08_laurajean/05.htm

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread steve harley
they whom i call Leon Altoff wrote: If you are publishing it on the net then 99% of people looking at it will have TN screens so what it will never look the way you edited it, so what is the use of a great monitor? [...] Please give me some justification for buying a high end monitor that I

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread John Sessoms
Ain't no big thang! I've been fired from a whole lot better jobs than that one, so I'm doing reasonably well. This ain't no more than a speed bump in life's highway. I'm a little down from losing my job, but at the same time, I was growing to hate where I was working. I loved the job itself,

FS: Pentax K100D Super with 18-55II lens

2009-08-07 Thread Nick Wright
Nearly new condition Pentax K100D Super, less than 2,000 shutter clicks (I think). 18-55II lens, original box, most of the accessories, eight NiMH AA and charger. Everything is in excellent shape. Anyone want to go for $225? Shipping included to lower 48. Paypal please. Or someone make me an

Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Jack Davis
I had the DA*60~250 in mind, but first wanted to try the DA55~300. The DA*60~250 has now been relegated to the back of my mind. Jack --- On Fri, 8/7/09, Toine to...@repiuk.nl wrote: From: Toine to...@repiuk.nl Subject: Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Luiz Felipe
...ouch... that I'm sorry to read too, John. May your other interests (and Larry's and all others in the situation - my position is rather fragile in the IT business right now too) prove ample source of income and amusement... no matter what, keep kicking! (I'd write walking but then I just

Re: How precise is your K-7's spirit level?

2009-08-07 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: Margus Männik Subject: Re: How precise is your K-7's spirit level? Absolutely - and that's exactly what all kind of reviewers will do until they got next camera or feature to chomp. Personally I don't care much - I managed to survive the Soviet age as a

Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Brian Walters
On Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:25 -0700, Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com wrote: I had the DA*60~250 in mind, but first wanted to try the DA55~300. The DA*60~250 has now been relegated to the back of my mind. Given its price it was never in the front of mine. I've just picked up a 55-300 to

Re: Pentax FA 80-320 vs Sigma 70-300mm 4.0-5.6

2009-08-07 Thread Brian Walters
On Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:20 -0500, Tony Cogan tonyco...@cox.net wrote: Hi I'm new here, although I did receive this back a few years ago. I have a question. I have used the Pentax FA 80-320 for a few years. I loaned it out and the borrower dropped it, rendering it useless. Now I need

Re: PESO The Pirate Farts on Posterous dot com :-)

2009-08-07 Thread Joseph McAllister
On Aug 7, 2009, at 05:42 , John Sessoms wrote: From: Christine Aguila just thought I'd try this out. Thanks for the heads up, Godfrey. poterous certainly has a nice clean look. http://caguila.posterous.com/ Taken in the Field Museum lobby--with the pirate exhibit and all . . . Just a

Re: Accelerating PS CS4 with your Graphics Card: Interesting article and Adobe Knowledgebase about it.

2009-08-07 Thread Boris Liberman
Can something similar be done in the latest LR? On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 2:50 AM, Thibouillepentaxl...@gmail.com wrote: For those interested: Article: http://www.theinquirer.net/inquirer/review/1496578/apps-exploit-graphics-cards Adobe's KB: http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/404/kb404898.html --

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Boris Liberman
Oh, crap. Larry, my condolences. Wishing you quick recovery and so that the new job will be better than the old one. On Thu, Aug 6, 2009 at 12:08 PM, Larry Colenl...@red4est.com wrote: I've got a whole bunch more time for photography. I just got laid off. It's a good thing I didn't buy that

Re: Accelerating PS CS4 with your Graphics Card: Interesting article and Adobe Knowledgebase about it.

2009-08-07 Thread John Francis
From the FAQ in the Knowledge Base article referenced below: Q. Is Photoshop Lightroom GPU accelerated? A. No. On Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 02:20:27PM -0700, Boris Liberman wrote: Can something similar be done in the latest LR? On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 2:50 AM,

Re: workstation

2009-08-07 Thread Joseph McAllister
On Aug 7, 2009, at 05:53 , Mark Roberts wrote: I've found it's pretty much a toss-up between the latest S-IPS and S-PVA/S-MVA monitors. Just avoid the TN type. To save any iMac owners the trouble, you have a: Apple iMac 12ms G2G24WS LG.Display H-IPS (LM240WU2-(SL)(B1)) iMac:

Re: Accelerating PS CS4 with your Graphics Card: Interesting article and Adobe Knowledgebase about it.

2009-08-07 Thread Boris Liberman
Thanks! On Fri, Aug 7, 2009 at 2:34 PM, John Francisjo...@panix.com wrote: From the FAQ in the Knowledge Base article referenced below:    Q. Is Photoshop Lightroom GPU accelerated?    A. No. On Fri, Aug 07, 2009 at 02:20:27PM -0700, Boris Liberman wrote: Can something similar be done

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Joseph McAllister
Oh no, they're falling like flies in a freezer. Man, I feel bad about this, guys. I am so glad to be retired right now. I'm the kind of employee that would be the first to be let go under these circumstances... Unreliable, head in the clouds, never on task, too much chatting with fellow

PESO - 2469

2009-08-07 Thread AlunFoto
4 images in a blogpost describing the circumstance. I chose to bring the K-7 and the FA 43mm f/1.9 for this, and it proved to be a very nice little combo, fitting into the front pocket of my jacket (anorak). Drop me a hint if the PP is off the mark. I don't trust this laptop screen... Jostein

Re: Interesting exhibition coming up

2009-08-07 Thread Joseph McAllister
On Aug 7, 2009, at 07:02 , John Sessoms wrote: I watched a young lady at the dog park yesterday. She got a message on her iPhone (white) at least every minute, and replied to every one faster than I can type with a keyboard. I hope she's not crippled in the thumbs by the time she's 30.

Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Jack Davis
Hope you're very pleased with it, Brian. Look forward to some shots. Jack --- On Fri, 8/7/09, Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm wrote: From: Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm Subject: Re: PESO: DA 55~300 Moon To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Date: Friday, August 7, 2009,

Re: PESO - 2469

2009-08-07 Thread mike wilson
AlunFoto wrote: 4 images in a blogpost describing the circumstance. I chose to bring the K-7 and the FA 43mm f/1.9 for this, and it proved to be a very nice little combo, fitting into the front pocket of my jacket (anorak). Drop me a hint if the PP is off the mark. I don't trust this laptop

Re: PESO - 2469

2009-08-07 Thread Brian Walters
On Fri, 07 Aug 2009 23:48 +0200, AlunFoto alunf...@gmail.com wrote: 4 images in a blogpost describing the circumstance. I chose to bring the K-7 and the FA 43mm f/1.9 for this, and it proved to be a very nice little combo, fitting into the front pocket of my jacket (anorak). How on earth

RE: PESO - 2469

2009-08-07 Thread Bob W
4 images in a blogpost describing the circumstance. I chose to bring the K-7 and the FA 43mm f/1.9 for this, and it proved to be a very nice little combo, fitting into the front pocket of my jacket (anorak). Drop me a hint if the PP is off the mark. I don't trust this laptop screen...

Re: Pentax FA 80-320 vs Sigma 70-300mm 4.0-5.6

2009-08-07 Thread Tony Cogan
At 04:00 PM 8/7/2009, you wrote: I would of thought that you might be able to pick up a used 80-320 within the $250 limit, although you might have to be patient. Yes, I can get another 80-320 within this limit. And to answer someone else's question, my brother-in-law who dropped the lens is

Re: How precise is your K-7's spirit level?

2009-08-07 Thread Scott Loveless
On 8/4/09, Matthew Hunt m...@pobox.com wrote: 2009/8/3 Ralf R. Radermacher fotor...@gmx.de: Mine is a good degree off. Way too much. I really wish we could get Frank's input on this. Frank's cameras all lean to the left. -- Scott Loveless Cigarette-free since December 14th, 2008

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Tim Øsleby
Sorry to hear this Larry. But as you say, it gives a whole bunch more time for photography. That's the right mindset. You will be ok. -- MaritimTim 2009/8/6 Larry Colen l...@red4est.com: I've got a whole bunch more time for photography. I just got laid off. It's a good thing I didn't buy

ping

2009-08-07 Thread Bob W
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Re: PESO - 2469

2009-08-07 Thread Joseph McAllister
I live between to particularly lofty peaks here in the state of Washington. On a good day (winter, day after a storm) I can see them both clearly. Mt. Rainier - 4392 meters, 14,411 feet, 105 km or 65 miles to my south linearly Mt. Baker - 3286 meters, 10,781 feet 90 km or 56 miles to my

Re: ping

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
- Original Message - From: Bob W p...@web-options.com To: pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 6:04 PM Subject: ping again Bob, is there something going on by you that we need to know about? ;-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
- Original Message - From: Doug Brewer d...@alphoto.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 8:45 AM Subject: Re: today's news John Sessoms wrote: I feel your pain. Really. Got my pink slip 'bout half an hour ago. I am, as they say, now free to

Re: today's news

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
From: William Robb war...@gmail.com From: Christine Aguila Subject: Re: today's news Some of my former colleagues are having to train their own replacements. I really don't envy them. When I hear this sort of thing, it just makes my blood boil. What unabashed nerve on the part of those

Re: DA 55~300 Moon

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
Nice one Jack. Thanks for posting this--seems like the lens is a serious contender. Great detail in that moon. cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 7:29 AM Subject:

Re: PESO The Pirate Farts on Posterous dot com :-)

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
It's up again. Just sprucing it up a bit and made a post. I'm kind of into it. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: Joseph McAllister pentax...@mac.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, August 07, 2009 4:07 PM Subject: Re: PESO The Pirate Farts on

Re: PESO - 2469

2009-08-07 Thread Christine Aguila
Those are great, Jostein, and I especially love the third one. Really nice there. Hard to tell about PP; the shots render a little blue on my monitor, but maybe there's lots of blue up there. :-) Our tallest peak in Illinois is Charles Mound at 1,125 feet. We just have mounds here in the

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