If anyone is interested, I have decided to sell my SMC Pentax K 50mm f/1.2 Lens:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZjrrodriguez
Thanks,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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Everyone,
As I mentioned last week, I am selling my Pentax LX Accessories to generate
$$ for the new K10D. The Auction ends tomorrow:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZjrrodriguezQQhtZ-1
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Everyone,
I have decided to sell off my LX Accessories to generate $$ for the new
K10D:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZjrrodriguez
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Everyone,
I am looking to purchase a New or Like New Tokina 80-200mm f/2.8 AT-X PRO
lens. It appears that BH only carries this lens in Nikon Mount; the lens
was discontinued late last year. Please let me know if you see this lens
available anywhere.
Thanks,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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and he will be checking to see if
he can obtain any from Japan. So, if you have one you are willing to sell to
me, please contact me off list.
Thanks,
Jose R. Rodriguez
is the Austin area, I believe the Camera Co-Op of Austin does carry both the
MZ-S and *istD.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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Pflugerville, TX
-Original Message-
From: Sid Barras [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Monday, September 20, 2004 1:40 AM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Re
I have not used the 77mm or the A*85mm but I do own a K85/1.8 and it is
outstanding; particularly for portrait shots. It is pretty sharp and the
bokeh is very pleasing.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Shel Belinkoff [mailto:[EMAIL
Hello Everyone,
I am currently looking to purchase a Vivitar Series 1 90mm f2.5 Macro w/1:1
Macro Adaptor in Excellent+ Condition (Mechanics Optics). Please contact
me off-list at: [EMAIL PROTECTED] if you have this lens w/adapter
and are considering selling it.
Thanks!
Jose R. Rodriguez
Peter,
If had the opportunity to purchase a K 18/3.5, I would jump on it. Every review I
have read on this lens states it performs brilliantly. I believe it would also handle
much better than a A 15/3.5.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Peter Smekal [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/12/11
Hi Jostein,
Since Christmas is around the corner, maybe not in the immediate future.
However, I have been looking for one for some time...
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Jostein [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2003 3:55 PM
To: [EMAIL
I also handled the *ist D today for the first time and I am quite impressed.
The viewfinder looks great for an autofocus camera. It think it was a good
thing the store is selling it for $1,699 (body only); very tempting.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Bruce Dayton
Frontier Printer, and they look outstanding.
So, if I shot a special occasion and need outstanding prints, I will take the roll
(usually Fuji Pro Film) to the Pro Lab; it is worth the $$.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: jmb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/10/17 Fri AM 07:36:50 CDT
To: [EMAIL
Congrats Cotty! I love using mine and really enjoy the results. I think it produces
really nice bokeh.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/09/26 Fri PM 01:54:47 CDT
To: pentax list [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: It's Friday and I got a present
My K50mm f
Robert,
For what its worth, kevincameras has an eBay Positive Feedback of 99.4%
(Feedback Rating: 339); so I suspect they are pretty reputable.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Robert Gonzalez [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Monday, September 15, 2003 7:38 PM
up the
lens inside the store and pointed it at an electrical pole approximately 300
yards away. Even with a very sturdy tripod, it was very susceptible to
camera shake.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Th. Stach [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday, September 11
Clive,
I was glad I could help out a fellow Pentax LX user; no need for applause.
This the reason I have been on the PDML since late 1997; to get advise and
help each other out.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Clive evans [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday
standard shipping. I will
inquire about the cost to ship to Antibes France via Airmail Letter Post (4 - 7 days
delivery time) and provide you a total via a private e-mail.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Clive evans [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/08/14 Thu AM 04:48:55 CDT
To: INTERNET:[EMAIL
. Give them a call to see if they have any
in stock.
I am surprised that the Camera Exchange in San Antonio does carry the Optio 550.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/07/22 Tue PM 07:04:30 CDT
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: thinking about an Optio 550
w/Quick Release for my Monopod
and that works great. The heaviest lens I own is a SMC-K 200mm f/2.5. I good
monopod/head makes shooting sports a lot easier.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Amita Guha [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/07/14 Mon AM 11:33:52 CDT
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED
purchasing used items (especially lenses) in EXC or better
condition from Adorama.
I hope this helps.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Thomas Haller [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/06/03 Tue AM 12:21:22 CDT
To: PDML [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Trust Adorama Condition as much as KEH?
Hey
Thomas,
Let's just say it took a couple of e-mails and phone calls to settle the
issue. Nonetheless, I now have a like new LX that works perfectly.
I would say it turned out OK... ; - )
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Thomas Haller [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent
Gary,
I still live near Austin, Texas. I think it would be nice to have a PDML meeting down
here...
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
Pflugerville, TX
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From: Ken Archer [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/03/21 Fri AM 09:18:49 CST
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
CC: Dan Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED
the SC-21,
but they do cost more...
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: ukasz Kacperczyk [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Sunday, March 16, 2003 12:07 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: standard MX screen (SC-1) vs standard LX screen (SC-21)
Hi there,
Is the latter brighter? I
I prefer the new SC-69 which has the matte field and split image spot with
microprism collar, since I used the MX's SC-1 for many years and later the
LX's SC-21.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Caveman [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Sunday, March 16, 2003 1:59 PM
I concur... I had a SMC-M 28mm f/2.8 (Type I) and did not feel it performed
very well. Sold it and bought a SMC-M 28mm f/3.5. This lens performed
better but I felt it was too slow. I sold it and bought a SMC-K 30mm f2.8.
Great performance and adequate speed. Now I am happy.
Jose R
a six (6) month warranty.
If I recall, when the last LX's were being sold new, stores where asking
$1,200+ for the Body and a FA-1 Viewfinder. Late last year, Nathan Camera
had a couple As New LX's for ~$795. I will let you know if I come across
a nice LX.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
Peter,
You may want to check your Metz Flash manual instead of the LX manual. I believe that
the automatic exposure check function is different between Pentax TTL Flashes w/LX
and Metz TTL Flashes w/LX.
I will check my manual later and make certain.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From
Mike,
I second William's recommendation. Buy a late model used LX (in good
cosmetic condition) and have it CLA'd. The LX is a joy to use and it exudes
quality...
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: William Robb [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: Wednesday, February 12
Arnold,
I like using my LX w/K85mm f/1.8 (close to wide open), a 280T Flash (bounce off
ceiling) and Kodak Supra 400 film. The bounce flash produces pretty soft lighting.
Congratulations!
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Arnold Stark [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2003/01/24 Fri PM 12:25:58 CST
.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: Saturday, January 18, 2003 6:45 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: 200/f2.5 comes through with flying colours
Over the weekend I shot my daughter's Synchro skating team in an arena with
800
Malcolm,
When I had my Dial Data LX, I was able to purchase parts from Pentax Colorado (pretty
cheap) and have my local technician update the year dial to 2009. I believe that the
Pentax Service Department can also do this service for you. So, it can be update...
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
at a reasonable price, I would recommend you purchase it...
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Frankie Lee [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/12/16 Mon AM 05:30:20 CST
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: To get K30/2.8 ?
I am thinking about getting a K30/2.8. But its price could let me have also-good
until at
least 2006 or later (10 years after end of production??).
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/11/26 Tue AM 11:51:57 CST
To: Pentax Discuss Mailing List [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: LX repairs
I'm thinking of buying an LX used
Bob,
I just check with my Insurance Agent and it works the same with my insurance policy.
How are equipment values assessed for older equipment? Would they replace a K 85mm
f/1.8 with a FA 77mm f/1.8 Limited; an LX with a MZ-S?
I am just wondering how it worked for you...
Regards,
Jose R
Vic,
Thanks for posting the photos. It appears to function pretty good; not
intrusive.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:Pentxuser;aol.com]
Sent: Saturday, November 09, 2002 5:06 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: 200/2.5 custom tripod mount
like the images this lens produces, but it is rare and
only available used.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Michael Cross [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/11/08 Fri PM 02:39:09 CST
To: Pentax Mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: If You had to pick one lens . . .
I am starting out here
William,
I also use a 52mm Nikon Hood (HN-3) for my K 50mm f/1.2 which works great.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: William Robb [mailto:w_robb;accesscomm.ca]
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2002 6:05 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Re: Lenshood for FA 50mm
William,
The Nikon Hood I have is the HN-3 and it looks very similar to yours...
There are several on eBay right now.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: William Robb [mailto:w_robb;accesscomm.ca]
Sent: Thursday, November 07, 2002 9:49 PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject
Paul,
At the bottom of the Archive, there is a box that allows you to e-mail Brian Walsh.
It appears his e-mail address is: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Paul Jones [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/11/07 Thu AM 10:22:54 CST
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: 120
Wow! Same thing with my recently CLA'd LX (old style shutter). I would
have never found this out; I only shoot @ 800 ISO or slower... On mine, the
incorrect shutter appears to be approximately 1/30 sec. instead of 2
seconds.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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From: Rofini
Vic,
I also have a K 200/2.5 and would really like to see a photo of the tripod mount
(mounted on the lens and unmounted). Does the tripod mount make the lens difficult
(aperture selection/focusing) to use?
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/11/04 Mon PM 10
...
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Pål Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/11/01 Fri AM 08:33:11 CST
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: New Pentax SLR platform
Not everybody have been convinced about a new platform for Pentax 35mm slr and
digital slr. However, I gotten the basic fact as stated
Andy,
You may want to contact the Pentax Parts Department @ 1-800-877-0155 and see if they
still have it in stock.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Andy Vu [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/10/29 Tue PM 01:11:14 CST
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: P3 film rewinder crank
My P3 film rewind
Francis,
I believe that only the automatically controlled shutter speeds (1/2000th second to
125 seconds) are stepless. The manual speeds are mechanically controlled from
1/2000th second to X (1/75th second) and electronically controlled from 1/60th
second to 4 seconds.
Regards,
Jose R
, and Adjusted (CLA'd) recently by a Pentax Authorized Repair
Facility or purchase one with the intention of having it CLA'd (~ $175.00 at Pentax
Colorado). Good luck in your search. The LX is a fantastic camera.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Michael Yehle [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/09/17
was not aware of the internal
bumpers/rests, but I glad they did repair it correctly the second time. The
total cost for the repair and CLA was $175 and the turnaround time was not
too bad. I would not hesitate sending my LX to them in the future for a CLA
or repair.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
the lens (shallow depth of field).
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Simon King [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/08/14 Wed AM 05:11:12 CDT
To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Flip side: Ex: Infinity Focus problem
Hi All,
What about a 50mm lens that doesn't quite get to infinity
your misaligned
mirror properly adjusted. My local repair technician charge me ~ $35 to
align my MX's mirror, since it is not a complicated repair/adjustment...
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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Pflugerville, TX
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David,
What is the focal length of the lens?? Some/most telephoto lenses (300mm or ) tend
to focus beyond infinity to compensate for expansions and contractions from
temperatures.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: David Weiss [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/08/12 Mon AM 09:25:10 CDT
Francis,
The DOF Preview button is the same as the Self Timer, but you move the top part of the
lever towards the body to activate.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Francis Alviar [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/07/09 Tue AM 09:01:13 CDT
To: Pentax Discuss List [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject
with the M100. I also read the comments about
the K105 and that is why I searched/bought one.
It is my opinion that typically, K series lenses are better performers than equivalent
M series lenses. Not that M series lenses perform bad, but K series are just a notch
better.
Regards,
Jose R
from a PDML Member.
Please e-mail me off list if you are interested.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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William,
I also have a AF280T that I use with my LX and I believe that you may need a Pentax
Hot Shoe Grip for Off-Camera TTL Flash Use to allow for slow flash sync; there is a
switch on the grip that allows this option.
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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($$$).
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
From: Sid Barras [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/05/02 Thu AM 03:30:42 CDT
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Can anyone recommend a lab for large prints from slides? Please
help!
Hi all,
I've got several slides I want to blow up into large
on eBay or stores, they sell at a very high price and very quickly
(because of their reputation).
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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Sent: Saturday, April 20, 2002 12:05 AM
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Subject: Re
to reset the spring
properly?
Thanks!
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Pflugerville, TX
Pat White [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Normally the linkage is pretty free-floating, with no friction at
all. If it's stiff, I would suspect something is bent and binding.
Check and see if the pins and levers look
You may want to look at the MIR Web site which covers the Pentax LX really
well: http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/classics/pentaxlx/
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
Pflugerville, TX
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Same here..., but I really do enjoy taking out my MX every now and them. Very compact
and quite; a pleasure to use.
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From: Christian Skofteland [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2002/04/12 Fri AM 08:43:39 CDT
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Hi Everyone,
I just want to let everyone know that I am now using [
[EMAIL PROTECTED] ] as my new email address for the PDML, and no
longer using [ [EMAIL PROTECTED] ]
Regards,
Jose R. Rodriguez
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