Re: Tokina 300mm F2.8

2002-08-28 Thread collinb
I've seen them with both screw-on and snap-in hoods. The snap-in mounts in reverse for storage. Collin At 08:10 PM 8/28/02 +1200, you wrote: John Mustarde wrote: If thats the one Cotty has, its a great lens. The focusing is really nice. The hood is a bit of a pain to get on off at first.

Re: thoughts on fuji across

2002-09-04 Thread collinb
HC-110 works well with it. I'm certain others do as well. Developing info at www.digitaltruth.com Collin At 01:07 AM 9/4/02 -0400, you wrote: Date: Tue, 3 Sep 2002 14:12:04 -0700 (PDT) From: Chris Murray [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pentax [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: thoughts on fuji across

Re: MZ-S users and the speculation on DSLRs

2002-09-07 Thread collinb
They ARE just computers with digital eyes. Nothing more. What we need to do is record reality in all its linear glory. With continuous tonality. Perhaps at a molecular level. At 02:38 PM 9/7/02 -0400, you wrote: Subject: Re: MZ-S users and the speculation on DSLRs snip Anyhow, maybe I got off

KAF-3 thoughts

2003-03-10 Thread collinb
Speculation, just for the fun of it: If there is a KAF-3, it's not the J. Else they'd have named it such. Rather, the J is a KAF-2 as Junk (cheap) version. Missing features for profitability purposes. KAF3 will be fully KAF-2 compatible and will add features within the lens. Piezo-motor

*ist D function list

2003-03-10 Thread collinb
What's the url to find the list of functions? TIA Collin

OT: Which dcams have this feature?

2003-03-11 Thread collinb
When the shutter release is pressed and the image is captured, it is immediately sent out the USB port instead of being storedin memory. TIA, Collin

The really difficult question

2003-03-11 Thread collinb
How many of you think you have enough equipment? You may upgrade or transition to another medium or format, but the quantity and class of hardware suits you. Who will face the hardest question of all? :)

50/1.4 lens comparisons

2003-03-13 Thread collinb
Anyone done resolution tests comparing the K 50/1.4 to the A/M optics? Results? TIA, Collin

Talked to Pentax today

2003-03-13 Thread collinb
Grabbed the ear of Michelle Martin (marketing/press) Christopher (customer service) regarding the ist D. Michelle was surprised to hear the discussions about it possibly might not have the aperture coupling. She assured me that such was not an issue. Asked Christopher about the interface

FS also

2003-03-14 Thread collinb
1. Brownie Darkroom Lamp Kit $5 Bulb with green amber domes In original box 2. Kodak Polycontrast Filter Kit $5 #1 through #4 plus holder to mount to lens. Includes Exposure Computer to adjust time for exposure. In original box

43/1.9 play

2003-03-15 Thread collinb
I noticed some play in the focusing of my 43/1.9. Much like A series looseness. Anyone else had to deal with this? Collin

Re: This weekend

2003-03-15 Thread collinb
Today, burn off some T-Max 100 T-Max 400, just for the fun of it. Tomorrow, darkroom mostly. Maybe some evening shooting. Can't find my blasted yellow 49mm filters! Monday, some printing, shopping, and best of all, a job interview! (Domino, Java, WebSphere, workflow, and more fun to follow!)

Re: FS also

2003-03-15 Thread collinb
Gary I had a disagreement off-list. He's not yet adjusted his filters to compensate for mail from me via PDML. Gary, check the Reply-to field instead of From. ;-\ Collin

Re: The things we do for money

2003-03-15 Thread collinb
It's been that way for a long, long time. Except for the emasculated 90s, of course. Collin (please don't flame me too badly) Brendemuehl - Original Message - From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bill Owens Subject: Re: The things we do for money

Free to a good home

2003-03-16 Thread collinb
#1 Pentax PH-RBC67 wide-angle hood NIB This is the 67mm hood for the 645/45mm. #2 Mamiya RZ focusing screen. As New. #3 Hoya #4 close-up lens. 49mm Exc. condition. #4 LumiQuest ProMax softbox. Just add Velcro to attach to flash head. Large opening, suitable for 285, 400T, 522/611, etc.

Off Topic Perspective

2003-03-19 Thread collinb
We go through this a couple of times every year. It always passes. Let's keep our cool and not make comments of which we'll later be ashamed. Collin

Re: THE FRENCH

2003-03-19 Thread collinb
#1 I had lunch today with a friend from France. She hubbie are working toward US citizenship. Even with this she has a coworker who told her to go home. The anger people are expressing toward individuals is totally unnecessary. Some radio personalities, Glenn Beck in particular, are fueling

Who wants a really long lens

2003-03-19 Thread collinb
Cord camera on 5th Ave. here in Columbus has a Super Multi-Coated Takumar 500/4.5 in case. It's been converted to a Nikon mount! Collin

RE: Good-bye Pentax (2)

2003-03-19 Thread collinb
Or at least his assistants will. :) * Ahhh, but that is the beauty of the LX - at least the ones I own - they can take a beating. A couple of them have fallen quite a distance with no complaints. People on this list can attest to my original 'beat to hell'

It's Just Hardware

2003-03-19 Thread collinb
If (whoever makes it) meets your needs best, that's what you should use. Seems so simple, but the discussions sometimes seem almost religious.

Emergency Sale

2003-03-19 Thread collinb
Due to a serious situation I'm going to part with everything I can to cover needs. #1 MX with winder $150 User, but everything works as it should. Meter is +1 stop because of LX screen installed (Set iso to 1/2 of film rating for accurate metering) Shutter lock works properly. #2 Super Program

Is this what you want for Christmas?

2003-03-23 Thread collinb
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=2915345991category=30063 Not that I'd turn it down, mind you...

Re: Hand Meters

2003-03-24 Thread collinb
Here's some thoughts. Not in any particular order. #1 Sekonic L-198 aka Brockway. Good general purpose meter. Older, no battery required. Ambient or reflected. $30 - $50 #2 Sekonic L-308BII (I've got one) $100 to $159 (new) Reflected, ambient, flash (with or without connection). Uses one

OT discovery

2003-03-24 Thread collinb
Vivitar 35ES 40mm f1.7 lens in a copal shutter. Auto flash modes, but no manual mode. Almost a copy of the Canon GIII QL-17, but smaller and pretty black. Lens looks identical to the Canon lens. My new carry-around, thrift store bargain. Collin

Optio S

2003-03-24 Thread collinb
I got to see the little bugger today. Well-engineered packaging. Solid construction. Neat little viewing screen. Didn't get to use it, though. But Cord is stocking them has sold several. Interestingly, it even has a tripod mount/grip mount thread! Collin

OT: Camera Part Identification

2003-03-25 Thread collinb
Just for fun: In the movie Galaxy Quest, Dr. Lazarus carries this locator thingie when on the planet. The hood looks like a Bronica ETR single-action flip-up waist-level hood. Is that correct? Collin

Re: OT: Camera Part Identification

2003-03-25 Thread collinb
Date: Tue, 25 Mar 2003 23:06:35 + From: Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] Collin, you are the saddest poor little wretch I have ever read upon this list! Is this the best you can come up with to pass the time? My God! I watch it once each week. We each have our burden. I've got a copy somewhere -

Re: 35mm SUCKS! Try 4X5

2003-03-27 Thread collinb
Even up to 16x20 it's not easy to see the diff, if one can at all, with Acros. 6x7 is almost LF and is pretty inexpensive for what one gets. I must say, too, that JCO spent a lot to start with 4x5. One can get a nice outfit for less than $1000US. Collin At 04:21 AM 3/27/03 -0500, you wrote: Date:

RE: 35mm SUCKS! Try 4X5

2003-03-28 Thread collinb
I'm going to chime in again with some thoughts. Lens coverage information http://www.graflex.org/lenses/lens-spec.html Resolution information http://www.hevanet.com/cperez/testing.html The particular lens can make a perception difference here. A very good medium format lens, say on Pentax 67,

Now I need a lens or two

2003-03-30 Thread collinb
Sold the two lenses last week. (43 A100) Hated to do it, but had to. Nobody wanted the bodies, so it looks like they'll stay. Now I need just a basic 50mm lens. Something to allow me to shoot. A or K 50/1.7. Something basic decent. Thanks, Collin * Never give up, never surrender! --- Yes, you

Acros processing

2003-04-01 Thread collinb
The other day I talk with Abdi @ midwest photo about bw processing. Picked up some Rodinol to improve my Acros developing. The other day he did a test of developers. (He and his local bw printing guru.) What he has done to get good neg dark area detail was to check 35mm negs with a densitometer.

Re: Why do I have to be broke right now...

2003-04-02 Thread collinb
$889? You can build a heck of a 4x5 system with that! :) Collin At 05:49 PM 4/2/03 -0500, you wrote: Date: Wed, 2 Apr 2003 13:43:05 -0500 From: Evan Hanson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Why do I have to be broke right now... Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type:

? on A70-210/4

2003-04-02 Thread collinb
This question is for someone with knowledge of the internal mechanics: I picked one up today. Cheap as always. ($35 w/ K1000 50/2!) Anyway, focus zoom generally work ok. Collar is nice and firm. But it has a focus movement that (I think) should only exist when in Macro position. But it makes

OT: Call For Beta Testers

2003-04-04 Thread collinb
Request for Software Beta Testers For Digital Image Management Solution Our goal is to provide the digital imaging industry with the best software solution for image management. Your part will be to (a) answer any questions posed concerning your business needs, (b) employ the software in your

Re: OT: Happy Cheese Weasel Day

2003-04-04 Thread collinb
Back in Wisconsin we eradicated the Cheese Weasel decades ago. Just cross the Cheddar Curtain for the best in cheese, free of weasel damage. Collin * Never give up, never surrender! --- Yes, you should watch Galaxy Quest.

Re: Moronism

2003-04-05 Thread collinb
An old missionary joke: What do you call a person who speaks 3 languages? Trilingual. What do you call a person who speaks 2 languages? Bilingual. What do you call a person who speaks 1 language? American. I had a citroen 2v for some time ...great !The DS convertible and the SM have to be

Re: pentax-discuss-d Digest V03 #7

2003-04-06 Thread collinb
Sounds like the perfect name for a cat. Something like the sound of a car tire over something squishy. Like a cat. Collin (Yes, I'm still a cat hater) Brendemuehl Date: Sat, 5 Apr 2003 19:39:49 -0600 From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bruce Rubenstein

smc P FA-J

2003-06-06 Thread collinb
I see the lenses are on the US site. Interestingly, all (as far as I have looked) smc is all lower case now. Must be inferior to old SMC lenses. ;( Collin

Funny coatings comment

2003-06-06 Thread collinb
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=2933394539category=4688

So what ?

2003-06-06 Thread collinb
So what about the feature set of the new bodies? So few of us buy new anyway ...

wtb fs

2003-05-27 Thread collinb
WTB AA Battery Pack FG 50/1.4 Pentax SM lens AF lens (what ya got?) FS Super Program w/ A50/2 EX $120 MX winder w/ A50/2 Good $150 Collin

Will Caesar go screwhead on us?

2003-05-29 Thread collinb
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=2930468649category=15240 Tempting

Re: *Ist D Delay in AP

2003-06-01 Thread collinb
Talk about advance warning! :) CB Page 5, Amateur Photographer, 7 June 2003 Cheers, Cotty

Re:Household items to use as test subject for MACRO?

2003-06-01 Thread collinb
The last batch of flowers you gave your wife. Good for testing films and labs as well. Collin - Original Message - From: J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Any ideas for some small ( 3-5 size ) objects that I might find around the house which would have extremely fine details suitable

FS: things

2003-06-04 Thread collinb
2 bulk film loaders, not in perfect condition, but usable. Need a cleaning. $5 each Spotmatic body for parts. $5 Vivitar 285 flash. Works. Sometimes you have to wiggle the battery holder to make good contact. $40 More will come as I get through the basement.

Re: Pentax dropping M Shift, A 15/3.5, ...

2003-06-14 Thread collinb
Given how technology changes and how fabrication needs would seem to require some consistency ... I wonder how many of these were made all in one batch with the expectation that they'd be sold over time. Perhaps make 500 (in whole or parts awaiting later assembly) knowing that the stock will last

a thought on marketing philosophy

2003-06-14 Thread collinb
Here's something to consider about Pentax' conservative approach to DSLRs. Being a smaller competitor, it's necessary to be certain that each product released is profitable. Also, with a new series of products it's important to hit the curve when it's definitely on the uphill side, when

OT: Get this!

2003-06-16 Thread collinb
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=2935271526category=15248 This guy must be a really fascinating character! collin

re-enablement

2003-06-21 Thread collinb
Finally, medium format again! This time in the form of a pre-war (Probably as lens is uncoated and f/l measured in cm) Rolleiflex Automat. Shutter is a little sluggish, but it looks like it hasn't been fired in 25 years. (Remaining film spool is metal.) Off for some fun today! Collin

Too many posts!

2003-06-23 Thread collinb
Y'all should be out shooting! :) CRB

Job tomorrow

2003-06-23 Thread collinb
Our church puts on a free soccer clinic We're bringing in 3 guys from the Columbus Crew for kids 6-12. Should be fun to shoot. (Will likely be published in the AIA journal.) Collin

Re: My Son...

2003-06-29 Thread collinb
After all this you expect me to keep quite? Wait .. Virginia ... put down that duct tape ... get back ... hmpfff hmpfffddl sdffsdfsd jjfj :) At 01:50 PM 6/29/2003 -0400, you wrote: From: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] snip I am no fan of democracy: A Democracy is three wolves and two

Re: *ist D was not production type :-(

2003-07-04 Thread collinb
At 12:02 PM 7/4/2003 -0400, you wrote: From: T Rittenhouse [EMAIL PROTECTED] Well, first off, Bill, most of the cameras us old farts like are almost as old as the kids who are complaining about us using them. If the new auto everything wonder cameras they insist is the only thing that works

RE: Happy 4th of July

2003-07-04 Thread collinb
At 12:02 PM 7/4/2003 -0400, you wrote: Date: Fri, 4 Jul 2003 11:17:12 -0400 From: tom [EMAIL PROTECTED] God, I used to love blowing things up. tv Now you let your assistants do it for you? :) Collin

Color correction

2003-07-04 Thread collinb
We were going through some old slides. A lot of the E-6 stuff faded. Do the slide scanners have s/w to fix that to any degree? If so, which ones/models? TIA, Collin

The New Marketplace

2003-07-05 Thread collinb
Pentax is now ready to lead Nikon in the consumer marketplace. This year will be the FIRST year in the boom of the inexpensive DSLR. Canon Pentax will be there in the $1200-$1500 class. These are NEW purchases and people will need NEW lenses. That's how money is made. We whine too much that

FS Sat.

2003-07-05 Thread collinb
Sears 202 A-class 75-300 zoom with 58mm Tiffen filter $40 Ricoh 55/2.2 normal lens. $15 Pentax-A 70-210/4 good condition. Some play to the barrel. $60 Ricoh KR-10M body. $50 Will accept (even in bad shape) a Kodak 2-D in trade.

Re: The New Marketplace

2003-07-05 Thread collinb
Because this Christmas when you go shopping for a DSLR for a gift there will be 2 prices for the enthusiast. Only two at this point. Pentax Canon. It's as much about marketing as about technology. They failed in marketing by being the last out with AF SLR. But now they're @ the forefront with

GS Find

2003-07-12 Thread collinb
An ok day garage sale-ing found a beauty but unfortunately it's not for sale. First time I got to hold one. A beautiful c. 1950 Exakta with waist-level finder. Hardly used. Just holding it was a priviledge. Classic stuff is so nice. CRB

Re: GS Find

2003-07-12 Thread collinb
Just struck up a conversation related to the Electro 35 GTN they had for sale. They older gentleman said he had a camera of his dad's but couldn't remember what it was. So he went and got it. CRB At 12:56 PM 7/12/2003 -0400, you wrote: Date: Sat, 12 Jul 2003 10:48:58 US/Eastern From: [EMAIL

FS: Lighting

2003-08-03 Thread collinb
2 Sunpak 611 units, with camera brackets, sync sensor cables, nicad packs chargers (you'll want to replace the nicad sub-c cells), and a bunch of other useful accessories. Perfect for your first studio. Just add stands umbrellas. $200 + shpg. PayPal accepted. Collin

Re: OT: Trees, squirls Ohio (was - screen cleaning - help, please)

2003-08-14 Thread collinb
You tell 'em Bob! Collin (having lived in Wisconsin, Nebraska, Oklahoma, but now in Ohio!) At 01:29 AM 8/8/2003 -0400, you wrote: Date: Thu, 7 Aug 2003 20:35:08 EDT From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] You guys are forgetting about the Great Plains, the breadbasket of the USA. Stretching west from Chicago

FS Sat redux

2003-08-14 Thread collinb
K-1000, late, vg, 50/2A, $120 Retina IIIc w/ case IB, good, $90 Zeiss Ikonta (120), case, rangefinder, good, $140 Lentar 500/8, filter. Requrires T mount adapter $120 Pentax IQ Zoom. The original. $10 Minolta 16 with bulb flash $75 Argus C3, box, i/b, $15 Pentax PC35AF. $20 (will be

Re: GESO - 3 with the K-5

2013-07-16 Thread CollinB
On 7/16/2013 05:19, Bipin Gupta wrote: And plenty of Photographers + Reviewers said the DA 8-55 Kit lens wasn't good. What rot, my 18-55 AL II purchased new from Buy com for $ 101.99 shipped was a darned good lens with plenty of sharpness, color and contrast. Some photos with the Kit Lens:-

Re: the 16-45 to 17-70 range

2013-07-23 Thread CollinB
I can't comment about the shorter zooms, but the Sigma 70-300 DG proved itself to me. Later I'll post some of the shots taken by my son at about 60 ft (across a gymnasium) at my graduation in May. It's the only Sigma that I have not named stigma. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Will be vacationing ...

2013-08-14 Thread CollinB
... fairly soon out in Western Mass. Any PDMLers out there? Any good stuff to shoot early a.m? We'll be camping in the Granville State Forest for a week. -- 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: Pentax HippoCam: 72MP Medium Format Panorama Camera

2013-08-20 Thread CollinB
Imagine doing that over the plane from a nice Rodenstock or Schneider 4x5 or larger format lens. Probably the least expensive way might be an APO Nikkor 240mm. Covers almost 8x10. And process lenses are generally sharper than LF. I'm dreaming. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Test

2013-08-30 Thread CollinB
Test from new phone -- 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.

Beat tour guide in the world

2013-08-30 Thread CollinB
AnnSan was so gracious to take us around midtown lower Manhattan yesterday. Always accept her travel advice. And her friendship. Pics later in the week. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the

Mass. Fungi

2013-09-03 Thread CollinB
http://www.flickr.com/photos/55001392@N08/sets/72157635360657429/ One was taken with a phone, but the rest were Pentax shots K5. The pitcher shape is unique. I'd also not before seen such bright read or the confetti style. The coral one was interesting. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List

Shot from CT beach

2013-09-10 Thread CollinB
One is as-shot. The other I darkened the island and a boat on the horizon, added some blue saturation to the water, lightened the sand a little, and the avid reader a lot. http://www.flickr.com/photos/55001392@N08/sets/72157635460224539/ K5, 70/2.4. I'm wondering what you think of it. -- PDML

Poll: What is the best, iyo, modern Pentax-brand zoom

2013-09-10 Thread CollinB
I've seen some awfully nice renderings from the DA* 16-50/2.8. Quite impressive. Just out of my price range at the moment. But I wonder ... what's your favorite? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please

It's almost that time

2013-09-11 Thread CollinB
We were in Oklahoma City in 1995 and recall the feelings after the Murrah bombing. On 9/11 we watched and could only hold each other afterwards. We felt that same numbness again. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from

old stuff

2013-09-18 Thread CollinB
Went to an auction after work yesterday. Got (#1) 28-105 FS (older pz version) (#2) K2 w/ A50/1.7 (#3) ME Super with K50/1.4 Reports on this 28-105 have been pretty good, so today's lunch exercise is to compare the 28-105 with 18-55, the K and A 50s, the FA35/2 and the 70/2.4 at the matching

Re: Moon shots with Ugly Sigma 400/5.6 APO

2013-09-18 Thread CollinB
Those are both cool shots, Stan. KEH's bargain condition has almost always been considered an overstatement (people very happy with what they get), but their description of ugly (which includes fungus and other OPTICAL problems) is REALLY off-putting. To find out that something can be rated ugly

Re: old stuff

2013-09-18 Thread CollinB
That's FA not FS -- 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: old stuff

2013-09-18 Thread CollinB
But I'm guessing it will be FS' pretty soon :-) ann :-) But of course. That's how I paid tuition for several years and it's now how I plan to re-do my driveway. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please

lunchtime comparisons

2013-09-18 Thread CollinB
I'll put up results when I have time to edit the images for something practical. The lenses compared were (1) FA28-105 (pz) (2) 18-55WF (3) K50/1.4 (4) 70/2.4LTD (5) A50/1.7. First off, at 50mm, I was surprised how well the 28-105 compared to 2,3, 5. The full frame was well-rendered. The

FS Fryday

2013-09-20 Thread CollinB
K50/1.4. VGC. Perfect glass and mechanics. Just some front edge paint wear. Caps included. $75 A50/1.7. VGC. Perfect glass and mechanics. Front filter ring dent. Aperture ring behaves nicely (not stuck, no broke spring or warping issues) $50 K2 body. VGC. Some use marks on top, but back

Re: Yet another reason I love my K-5s

2013-09-23 Thread CollinB
Nice. Here are two thoughts: 1 - People still dance? We do, but I don't see many. 2 - Try this: Keep the high contrast of the original's foreground unchanged then open up just the sky on the horizon. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

FS Fryday: When owning too much glass is a problem

2013-09-27 Thread CollinB
Amid a loud chorus of No!, here's my struggle. Glass takes up space. It's heavy to carry around. (Which is why I gave up 8x10 -- and THAT was difficult!) I have 3 zooms FA28-105, 18-55WR, and Sigma 70-300 And some primes FA35/2, FA28/2.8, F50/1.7, M*300/4, and the 70/2.4LTD Plus the F 1.7xTC

OT: Location?

2013-09-27 Thread CollinB
Anyone in S. Maryland? http://smd.craigslist.org/bar/4064701853.html I'd like the H8 but can't drive that far. -- 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

EyeFi

2013-06-13 Thread CollinB
I see from the most recent Pentax email ad that they have built a relationship with EyeFi. -- 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.

DOF by rote

2013-06-20 Thread CollinB
Those of us who have shot for a long time know how to handle our DOF scales. But alas many lenses come without scales and the knowledge of how to work with it is often lacking. These days I have a young lady working under me for shooting our transmission parts. She knows her way around Photoshop

Re: DOF by rote

2013-06-20 Thread CollinB
Your 1/3 distance into the scene seems to comport with the accepted system that's been touted for many years. The combination of f/16 and the 50mm lens seems a nearly ideal combination. If you have the convenience of in-camera pre reviewing the DOF, I'm sure you would be taking advantage of it.

Re: local boy does good

2013-06-26 Thread CollinB
Like real good. But the lesson here is quite simple: Control everything. Light and pose. Of course the costume, but that hides where the real work was done. It is also not that it's really hard to do, but it does take significant preparation time to design what you want, often on paper first, and

Re: Pentax is history

2013-07-03 Thread CollinB
Well, Minolta's designs were improved upon once absorbed by Sony. Perhaps the same is in store? My wish would be that Ricoh does not destroy the whole thing. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit

The oddest thing

2013-07-08 Thread CollinB
http://www.flickr.com/photos/55001392@N08/sets/72157634547270776/ These images were taken just moments apart. The camera was not moved and the object was flipped vertically in the same position. So why the cropping? Well, best that I can figure is that, with the camera on since last Wed., even

Re: Quick Release recommendations...

2013-10-01 Thread CollinB
I use the 394 system at work. Camera is attached firmly and there is space on the right side to remove the battery for recharging. Removing the camera is convenient. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML,

Re: New K-3 Image

2013-10-01 Thread CollinB
The K-3 is going to be a *significant* upgrade from the K-5 family in many respect[s]. And upgrade is the word. These specs mean that it will not replace the K5 series cameras. It will surpass them. If Ricoh treats Pentax well, this level of upgrade could be a step toward pro-grade units to

Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

2013-10-01 Thread CollinB
While doing a little research on the M* 300mm I purchased from CollinB I tripped across this amazingly abused A* 300mm (same optical configuration). Don't look if you are squeamish about the condition of your lens optics: http://forums.steves-digicams.com/attachments/pentax-lenses/147886d12647643

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

2013-10-01 Thread CollinB
And that right-angle bracket -- I'll bet many of us have a couple of old flash brackets in a junk box just waiting to be used. That's one less thing to purchase. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please

Re: New K-3 Image

2013-10-01 Thread CollinB
- Lump under the K-3 logo. My first inclination is to assume this has something to do with the mechanism that flips the mirror up and down, such as a stronger motor to make it move faster. I really don't know what it is, though. I don't think I've ever seen anything like it on a camera

Re: New K-3 Image

2013-10-02 Thread CollinB
Hump or bump? If it is a bump there will soon be pics on every tabloid at the checkout. But I suspect a hump that houses a connector for something. If you get a remote dashboard connected via a mini din, that would be sooo cool. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: K-3: And here are your OFFICIAL specs

2013-10-07 Thread CollinB
What strikes me most is USB3. That's fast transfer. Now ... if will transfer USB after shooting ... -- 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: K-3: And here are your OFFICIAL specs

2013-10-07 Thread CollinB
http://www.cameraegg.org/pentax-k-3-full-images-and-price/ I see not only a mic jack but also a headphone jack. That's what sits under the bump! -- 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

Now let's start K1 rumors

2013-10-07 Thread CollinB
I want 3 SD cards with Raid5 storage. If one card goes bad just swap it and let it rebuild the image on its own. -- 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

K-3: And here are your OFFICIAL specs

2013-10-07 Thread CollinB
If they've done it right, the camera creates its own secure WiFi hotspot. That way, compatible devices can hook up to it directly without having to manage network configuration. Godfrey If they've done it right the camera acts as a stand-alone computing/network device and not just a peripheral

K-3: it's time ...

2013-10-07 Thread CollinB
Okay, the news has been out long enough now. Let the bashing and whinging begin. No cup-holders, damn it! -- -bmw Wife says the same thing about my E class. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please

Re: wifi live view

2013-10-10 Thread CollinB
Definitely Tonne in metric. Of course it all depends.. If you have a metric 'ton' of shit, that's a shit-tonne. But if you have an imperial ton of metric shit, that would be a shitte-ton. Then for a metric 'ton' of metric shit, that would of course be one shitte-tonne. - Peter The various

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