Re: PESO: Cover Driving (and GESO)
On Mar 23, 2008, at 12:33 AM, Brian Walters wrote: Har but you're right. The Kiwis seem to be giving the English a bit of a whacking at present. Looks like you spoke too soon: our innings completely collapsed : ( Only three batsmen made double-figures. - 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: There's no bad weather
My feelings as well. -- Best regards, Bruce Saturday, March 22, 2008, 1:10:29 PM, you wrote: KW Great shot. Well seen captured. KW Kenneth Waller KW http://www.tinyurl.com/272u2f KW - Original Message - KW From: Ralf R. Radermacher [EMAIL PROTECTED] KW Subject: PESO: There's no bad weather KW There are hordes of railway photographers in this spot, when the sun is KW shining, all taking the same shots over and over again. KW Noone around today. KW Well, obviously they don't have a K10D. The camera was dripping wet KW afterwards. KW Nouvelaer, Belgium, this afternoon, +1 deg c, sleet and snow. KW http://www.fotocommunity.de/pc/pc/mypics/770012/display/12250462 KW As always, your comments and suggestions... :-) KW Ralf KW -- KW Ralf R. Radermacher - DL9KCG - Köln/Cologne, Germany KW private homepage: http://www.fotoralf.de KW manual cameras and photo galleries - updated Jan. 10, 2005 KW 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.
Re: DA* 16-50 lens service update
Hi there, first question against the conspiracy theory - does the authorized service center have their own clean room? BR, Margus Mark Erickson wrote: Thought folks on the list might want to know: I talked to a service rep at California Precision Service (Sacramento-based Pentax authorized service center) about my DA* lens that I gave them for warranty work. The tech checked out the lens with their test equipment and verified the existence of a centering defect. He contacted the Pentax USA folks for repair information, and they told him that (and I quote) they're the only ones who have the information and they're not getting a release from Japan to release any information. So the lens is going to the factory for service. I could be a conspiracy theorist and say that Pentax in Japan is covering something up. Realistically, I don't think so. The fact is, the lens is quite new. Most likely, Pentax doesn't have service manuals and tech training in place yet to roll out procedures and parts lists to their authorized service centers. I'm more interested to see if they fix/replace the lens or if it comes back untouched with a statement that it is in spec. Since a qualified service center (and not just me) observed the problem, I'm hoping that they'll repair or replace the lens. I'll keep you posted --Mark -- 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.
OT: The world is over
Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... Cheers. Boris -- 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: Happy Easter!
Good one for the album. Plaid dress eh. She's now a full member in the Kenora dinner jacket club.:-) Dave PS See any shot of moi at GFM, or my road shots to understand that reference.:-) Dave again On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 11:04 PM, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A happy Easter to those who celebrate. And a happy Sunday to those who don't. Here's Grace celebrating. Ran into trouble with a mix of tungsten and fluorescent here that I couldn't quite resove, but you get the idea. No art. Just a happy holiday. Paul http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7087227 -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Frustrated With AF Problems
On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 12:24 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Mar 22, 2008, at 9:03 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: I'm not sure that this new focus test capabiliyt is really a blessing. It may be a curse. After seeing what the K20D does with high ISOs plus all the other new features, I have to admit I desire this camera--but having read all the stuff about the focus test capability, I'm a little nervous about that. My head is spinning! I'd have to learn how to do focus tests, which I'm sure I could do, but maybe down the line. Cheers, Christine Ya know, maybe Leica was right. They never put auto focus on their M or R cameras. When the focus is off, it's not their fault. And no one can complain about how fast the cameras focus either. Yes that may be true, but if i AF or MF some close up shots with the K10D and some lenses i have tried, it still looks focused in the finder, only to se it is not on screen So neither works for me.:-) Dave 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Cover Driving (and GESO)
Ouch! Surely someone can spike Sidebottom's water bottle. Or something. Cheers Brian Quoting David Mann [EMAIL PROTECTED]: On Mar 23, 2008, at 12:33 AM, Brian Walters wrote: Har but you're right. The Kiwis seem to be giving the English a bit of a whacking at present. Looks like you spoke too soon: our innings completely collapsed : ( Only three batsmen made double-figures. - 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: White Balance Problem
Here is a link to what i shot today. http://www.caughtinmotion.com/2008-rcra22/index.htm Used the expo disk. Alot of bright and darker shots, but these will be workable should sales arize Dave On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 8:10 PM, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: David J Brooks Subject: Re: White Balance Problem Bill, just to side track a tad, Have you tried the expo disk. I was shooting in the some what bad indoor horse place today. I had the older arena, with higher, plastic covered windows on the South, East and West side. As this was dressage, were they are all over the arena, i decided to go with a pre set WB with the disk, instead of the cloudy -1 i do in the brighter arena. One side will be bright, one side dark and one side more light from the mecury type lights. I took an averag e of the lighting. I'm down loading the first batch now, but i looked at a few and they seem decent enough, to at least get some good results. Might be worth a try in that indoor place. I have also heard people use an old coffee can plastic lid in stead of the expo disk. I'm really prehistoric then, I use a paper towel... I haven't tried the expo disc, though I suspect I have something similar tucked away somewhere. Once upon a time I bought a plastic stick on the lens thing that was supposed to turn a TTL camera meter into an incident light meter. 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Frustrated With AF Problems
I understand your frustration, Joseph. But I think that even parfocal zoom lenses (as opposed to varifocal ones) don't focus the same at all focal lengths. Expecting them to be perfect, even the high end ones, is putting to much faith on technology. On the other hand, no AF system is perfect. AF can be convenient, and even faster than manual focus most of the time, but expecting it to be right on the money all the time is like thinking that auto exposure always leads to perfect results. So, if I were you, I wouldn't put much faith on the results of the lens-body calibration when they return from Pentax. Surely they will be able to achieve a better compromise than a user can do at home using focusing charts, but that's all. I think you should try Bill's suggestion, it seems to make sense and see if results are more consistent. Carlos -- 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 world is over
Boris Liberman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. ... The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... I live in China. Overall, I expect hosting the Olympics to be a triumph for China, as the media here keep predicting. However, I'm sure there will be problems, perhaps even some catastrophes. Here's something I wrote to a group of friends a few months back: Next year is the Olympics. Eight is a lucky number in Chinese, sounds like the word for prosperity (and 4 unlucky, sounds like death), so they have scheduled the Olympics to start on 2008-08-08. They'll be in Beijing. My advice to anyone considering a trip to China during that period would be to avoid Beijing unless there are specific Olympic events you want to see. Chinese services for travellers -- hotels, transport and so on -- routinely raise their prices at busy times. I reckon they will almost certainly raise them quite a bit for the Olympics. Also, I suspect half the thieves, beggars and prostitutes in China will be in Beijing for the occasion, looking for tourist dollars. China has lots of all those. Anybody who thinks a city full of prostitutes would be great fun, head for Thailand instead. The business is legal there, which it isn't in China (it is ubiquitous, but that's another story) and you almost certainly do not want to have to deal with Chinese cops over this, let alone visit a Chinese jail. No doubt Beijing is an interesting place, lots of history and monuments, plenty of shopping, good tourist facilities, ... However, this may not be the best time to go there and the rest of China is interesting too. -- Sandy Harris, Nanjing, China -- 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 world is over
On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 7:50 PM, Sandy Harris [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Boris Liberman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. ... The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... I live in China. Overall, I expect hosting the Olympics to be a triumph for China, as the media here keep predicting. However, I'm sure there will be problems, perhaps even some catastrophes. Athletes dropping dead from respiratory problems would be a bad thing. :-) 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: White Balance Problem
On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 7:19 PM, David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here is a link to what i shot today. http://www.caughtinmotion.com/2008-rcra22/index.htm Used the expo disk. Alot of bright and darker shots, but these will be workable should sales arize Dave Dave this smile is lovely: http://www.caughtinmotion.com/2008-rcra22/a1agen-032208-5281.htm Shame about the thing at the bottom of the frame 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: The world is over
Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... Cheers. Boris So you're walking around Israel with no trousers on? Is that allowed? Can't you buy some other kind of trousers? Tibetan, for example? What about wearing a kilt? But for God's sake, man, cover those legs - you'll frighten the camels. 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: The world is over
On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 8:00 PM, Bob W [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... Cheers. Boris So you're walking around Israel with no trousers on? Is that allowed? Can't you buy some other kind of trousers? Tibetan, for example? What about wearing a kilt? But for God's sake, man, cover those legs - you'll frighten the camels. Worse still, he's going commando. shudder 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: Re: DA* 16-50 lens service update
I'm not sure they have, not in Estonia. When I received my *istDL from focusing screen replacement repair it got dust right on it. Perhaps clean roon was occupied at the moment ;). Maybe I should get dust-free room by myself, could make own microchips for electronic equipment. have a wonderful holiday weekend! Margus wrote --- first question against the conspiracy theory - does the authorized service center have their own clean room? BR, Margus -- K100D Super, DA10-17mm, DA16-45mm, DA50-200mm, Dörr DStudio strobes roman.blakout.net http://roman.blakout.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: OT: The world is over
On 23/3/08, David Savage, discombobulated, unleashed: Athletes dropping dead from respiratory problems would be a bad thing. As, too, Tibetans. -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
You don't have to do the focus tests. If you leave them all at zero, you have the same basic setup as the K10D. But the tests and adjustments can be helpful with some lenses. Paul On Mar 23, 2008, at 12:03 AM, Christine Aguila wrote: - Original Message - From: Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm not sure that this new focus test capabiliyt is really a blessing. It may be a curse. After seeing what the K20D does with high ISOs plus all the other new features, I have to admit I desire this camera--but having read all the stuff about the focus test capability, I'm a little nervous about that. My head is spinning! I'd have to learn how to do focus tests, which I'm sure I could do, but maybe down the line. Cheers, Christine -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
William Robb wrote: Joe, I think you ran the test backwards. Depth of field is not the issue, depth of focus is. As focal length extends, depth of field decreases, but depth of focus increases. Try calibrating your 50-135 at 50mm, and then see how it does at the long end. I am starting to think that my long time eschewing of zoom lenses may not be such a bad thing though. Not following, Bill. At 135 mm the lens definitely was improved by a -4 AF adjustment. So if testing at some other focal length gives a different result, I will have soft images at 135 mm. That doesn't necessarily follow. Bill's right. As he said, depth of focus increases at longer focal lengths. -- 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: There's no bad weather
Ralf R. Radermacher wrote: There are hordes of railway photographers in this spot, when the sun is shining, all taking the same shots over and over again. Noone around today. Well, obviously they don't have a K10D. The camera was dripping wet afterwards. Nouvelaer, Belgium, this afternoon, +1 deg c, sleet and snow. http://www.fotocommunity.de/pc/pc/mypics/770012/display/12250462 Great work, as always. I *love* shooting in bad weather. -- 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: Happy Easter!
HAR! I get it, Dave. Thanks. Paul On Mar 23, 2008, at 6:15 AM, David J Brooks wrote: Good one for the album. Plaid dress eh. She's now a full member in the Kenora dinner jacket club.:-) Dave PS See any shot of moi at GFM, or my road shots to understand that reference.:-) Dave again On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 11:04 PM, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A happy Easter to those who celebrate. And a happy Sunday to those who don't. Here's Grace celebrating. Ran into trouble with a mix of tungsten and fluorescent here that I couldn't quite resove, but you get the idea. No art. Just a happy holiday. Paul http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7087227 -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
I don't test my zooms at every focal length. I tried that on the 12-24, and it drove me crazy. I set them to be right on at the lengths I use most of ten. The scale of focal point adjustment on the K20D is very fine. A bit of variation doesn't seem to be a problem in the real world of taking pictures. Paul On Mar 23, 2008, at 6:37 AM, Carlos Royo wrote: I understand your frustration, Joseph. But I think that even parfocal zoom lenses (as opposed to varifocal ones) don't focus the same at all focal lengths. Expecting them to be perfect, even the high end ones, is putting to much faith on technology. On the other hand, no AF system is perfect. AF can be convenient, and even faster than manual focus most of the time, but expecting it to be right on the money all the time is like thinking that auto exposure always leads to perfect results. So, if I were you, I wouldn't put much faith on the results of the lens-body calibration when they return from Pentax. Surely they will be able to achieve a better compromise than a user can do at home using focusing charts, but that's all. I think you should try Bill's suggestion, it seems to make sense and see if results are more consistent. Carlos -- 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: On the Verandah
On Mar 22, 2008, at 19:30, Rick Womer wrote: This is color, not converted. There didn't seem much point in a BW rendering, actually. That's cool. For me, there is something about a color shot which has no color in it which I find appealing... the natural black white shot or something. I don't know why. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7083024size=lg -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: Frustrated With AF Problems
Yesterday I ordered the K20D locally :-) Really looking forward to get to know this new tool, but I have also been having the same dilemma. I can see myself fiddling back and forth with the AF tuning facilities for ever. Just pixel peeping, instead of making photographs. I have a friend who has bought the camera, and he seem to be spending a way too much time thinking about focus accuracy. This said. You have my sympathy, Joe. AF problems are frustrating. But I'm not sure Nikon will solve your problems. If you hook at a Nikon forum, you will probably find others who experiences the same thing. I'm afraid QC is a term of the past. And we concumers looking for bang for the buck are the one who have forced it out of the window. MaritimTim 2008/3/23, Christine Aguila [EMAIL PROTECTED]: - Original Message - From: Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm not sure that this new focus test capabiliyt is really a blessing. It may be a curse. After seeing what the K20D does with high ISOs plus all the other new features, I have to admit I desire this camera--but having read all the stuff about the focus test capability, I'm a little nervous about that. My head is spinning! I'd have to learn how to do focus tests, which I'm sure I could do, but maybe down the line. Cheers, Christine -- 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.
GESO: Stitched panoramas
Yesterday I went out for my usual Saturday morning run with friends. We run 12-16 miles around North Park, just north (duh) of Pittsburgh, then have coffee bagels and visit the running shop next to the bagel place. Last Christmas I gave the running shop a print of one of my panoramas, a shot of Point State Park with a runner which they framed and put in the window. So yesterday the manager of the shop tells me that someone from the Pittsburgh Sports/Exhibition Authority came in, saw the photo and wanted to find out about buying one. I sent an email and will probably be in touch later this week, but in the meantime I thought I should at least put the photo up on my web site. And while I was at it I decided to put a selection of my best stitched panoramas on one page. So here it is: http://www.robertstech.com/panos.htm I think I've shown all of these in the past at one time or another (and the Montrichard shot just last week), but there may be one or two that are completely new. (Then again, maybe not!) -- 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: Mulder
That's sad to hear Cory. We recently lost Fluffy to cancer and the whole family was heartbroken. A friend who works at the humane society convinced me to adopt a pup, at first I was hesitant but now I've come to regard little Sasha not as a replacement but as a new member of the family. Evan On Mar 21, 2008, at 6:22 PM, Cory Waters wrote: It's a sad day in our house. After more than a year of dealing with cancer, we had our dog Mulder put to sleep today. His leg had gotten too bad and we couldn't stand to see him get any worse. Brenda and I went together and stayed with him until the end. He was his same old goofy attention hound self the whole time. Wagging his tail and begging for attention was what attracted us to him in the first place and that's how we'll remember him. http://cwaters.smugmug.com/gallery/2793835_9yqag#268617784_T7Q9k-A-LB We couldn't have asked for a better dog. Cory -- 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: The world is over
I'm not sure I'd class ventilated lungs as a respiratory problem. Cotty wrote: On 23/3/08, David Savage, discombobulated, unleashed: Athletes dropping dead from respiratory problems would be a bad thing. As, too, Tibetans. -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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: Australia Trip -- New Lens
I am way behind on the list - thus the tardy reply... I spent a month in Australia in 2006. I found myself using my widest lens for capturing the immensity of the place. The other lens was my 77 for portraiture and available light. I only got to visit Adelaide, Cairns, and the Outback (Uluru, Alice Springs, Kata Tjuta). I opted to not visit New Zealand to better get to know the places I did visit. I ate at a fantastic French restaurant in Cairns along with some excellent sushi. Who would have thought in a place like Cairns? Cesar Panama City, Florida Corey Leopold wrote: Next May I have a trip planned for Australia and New Zealand. Pretty much going to hit the tourist spots, Sydney, Ayers Rock, Cairns, Christchurch... I'm looking to pick up another lens between now and then for my K10D, I was wondering anyone had any recommendations? I currently have the kit DA 18-55 and an SMC A 35-105 Thanks Corey -- 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: Australia Trip -- New Lens
Scott Loveless wrote: jim wrote: You currently have northern hemisphere lenses. You will need to sell them and buy southern hemisphere ones. The difference is due to the magnetic fields affect on the light rays coming into the lens. All lens elements are ground different to take this into account. Also the aperture blades are reversed to take into account the Coriolis effect James ;) You couldn't have said it better, Jim. Last year, at GFM, Dave Savage looked like he was about to blow his top - scurrying around, trying to borrow lenses for the competition. No one wanted to trade, of course. Finally, Cesar arrived with his TWELVE CAMERA BAGS and saved the day. Scott, It was not that many :-) It just seemed like it... Cesar Panama City, Florida -- 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: Australia Trip -- New Lens
frank theriault wrote: On Sun, Feb 24, 2008 at 8:13 AM, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good ol' Cesar. Packs not only for his worst case scenario but everyone else's too. Because of Cesar I lost my digital virginity. It was a dark and stormy night (actually, it ~was~ dark and stormy because it ~always~ rains Thursday and Friday on GFM @ NPW...). Two years ago Cesar lent me one of his *istD's with the original 40mm pancake - a nice combo! I had a blast that weekend shooting with it all weekend. It only took me about a year to acquire my own... cheers, frank And now I wonder if the world is a better place because of it ;-P There are some good memories of that mountain of both photographic and personal natures. Pity is that I may not be able to make it up there this year... :-( Cesar Panama City, Florida -- 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: Give me a home...
G'day All, A little bit of Australiana (~135kb) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3218/2353757547_fe2b1a7c43_o.jpg K10D, FA 31mm f1.8 Ltd, f2.8 @ 1/500, ISO 400 Cheers, Dave P.S. For those who want an explanation of the title: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2qihozUSMM -- 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: Give me a home...
Nice photo, silly video. David Savage wrote: G'day All, A little bit of Australiana (~135kb) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3218/2353757547_fe2b1a7c43_o.jpg K10D, FA 31mm f1.8 Ltd, f2.8 @ 1/500, ISO 400 Cheers, Dave P.S. For those who want an explanation of the title: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2qihozUSMM -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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: Give me a home...
On Mon, Mar 24, 2008 at 12:47 AM, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nice photo, Thanks. silly video. Good song though. :-) Cheers, Dave David Savage wrote: G'day All, A little bit of Australiana (~135kb) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3218/2353757547_fe2b1a7c43_o.jpg K10D, FA 31mm f1.8 Ltd, f2.8 @ 1/500, ISO 400 Cheers, Dave P.S. For those who want an explanation of the title: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2qihozUSMM -- 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: Happy Easter!
Happy holidays to you, Grace, and the rest of the PDML. Regards, Bob S. On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 10:04 PM, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A happy Easter to those who celebrate. And a happy Sunday to those who don't. Here's Grace celebrating. Ran into trouble with a mix of tungsten and fluorescent here that I couldn't quite resove, but you get the idea. No art. Just a happy holiday. Paul http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7087227 -- 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.
ACR modifies JPEG files?
I've recently taken to using Adobe Camera Raw as the first step to pulling files into Photoshop - whether they are RAW files or JPEG - because the ACR tools are a nice quick way to get an image more-or- less where I want it before fiddling around with the finer controls in CS3 (especially white balance!). However, I've noticed an annoying behavior which I cannot explain. I always sort my photo files in finder by last modified which is usually the date/time the image was created in the camera. But any JPEG file which I've opened with ACR has its last modified date/time set to the date/time I opened it with ACR. This is even though the contents of the JPEG file are clearly the same as the original file (I always do a save as and put the results of my edits into a completely different directory). Just as a test, I checked out how everything behaves if I set the JPEG file to Read-Only before opening it... and everything works as before, except this DOES prevent the file modification date from being changed (yay). Does anyone know why this is happening - or better yet, a workaround which does NOT involve setting every file to read-only before I open it? This is definitely not an end-of-the-world problem, but it is slightly annoying. -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.
PESO: Last hummingbirds and Happy Easter! ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
Hello everyone! Happy Easter to all ! Here are my third, fourth, fifth and sixth hummingbirds. Those four were taken with a Pentax MZ6 film camera and printed home made with a JOBO CPP2, those old things that I still do. Here is also a K20D image of a tulip. All that discussion with AF and K20D is becoming a great concern. Keep sending post on that subject. All comments are welcome and appreciated. Hummingbirds http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080357 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080366 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080677 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080706 Tulip http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7088577 Gaëtan Beauchamp -- 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: ACR modifies JPEG files?
Charles Robinson wrote: Does anyone know why this is happening - or better yet, a workaround which does NOT involve setting every file to read-only before I open it? This is definitely not an end-of-the-world problem, but it is slightly annoying. Some of the EXIF metadata fields, and maybe the IPTC ones, too, allow software like Bridge and Photoshop to embed in the photo the fact that they were used in the processing of the image. It's possible that ACR is updating these metadata values, even if it doesn't modify the image data. You could try using something like exifer a TIFF tag dumper to write the metadata before and after to two different text files and compare them to see if there are changes there. -- 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: ACR modifies JPEG files?
On Mar 23, 2008, at 10:27, Doug Franklin wrote: Some of the EXIF metadata fields, and maybe the IPTC ones, too, allow software like Bridge and Photoshop to embed in the photo the fact that they were used in the processing of the image. It's possible that ACR is updating these metadata values, even if it doesn't modify the image data. You could try using something like exifer a TIFF tag dumper to write the metadata before and after to two different text files and compare them to see if there are changes there. That sounds like a good clue, thanks! I also just figured out that I can set the preferences for my photo folders to show the Date Created field in a column along with (or instead of) the date modified field. Date Created doesn't change, so that's a relatively painless solution.I'll see if I can figure out what's being changed in the files, though, just for the fun of it. -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: PESOs: Today's :D
Timber, Having looked at this open aperture portraits I must say that you got very hmmm lucky sample of your Porst lens and that I can hardly wait for my K50/1.2 to arrive. The rest are also very good while the long exposure ones are top notch! Boris Timber wrote: Hi list! I've had a good offer from one of my favourite hungarian hobby-photographers. Her pictures can be found at flickr under the name Szefi ( http://www.flickr.com/photos/szefi/ ). She invited me to a photo-walk today. She hates to be photographed but she was excited about the f1.2 portrait useage so accepted to be at the other side of the cam for a few shots. http://www.pbase.com/timbercode/image/94226637 http://www.pbase.com/timbercode/image/94226551 http://www.pbase.com/timbercode/image/94226544 (she is sadly a Canon fanatic... if only she would knew about the power of Pentax! :D) All: K10D + Porst MC Color Reflex f1.2 55mm @ f1.2 ... -- 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: Australia Trip -- New Lens
On 23/3/08, Cesar Matamoros II, discombobulated, unleashed: I am way behind on the list - thus the tardy reply... I spent a month in Australia in 2006 This could explain a lot ! -- 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: Snake Dinner
Great catch Rick. We've gotta start calling you Marlin Perkins and Wild Kingdom. I've never seen a snake having dinner! Regards, Bob S. On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 11:08 PM, Christine Aguila [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rick: I have to say I feel for that frog. Good one though. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: pdml@pdml.net Sent: Saturday, March 22, 2008 8:33 PM Subject: PESO: Snake Dinner In the Swamp Gardens of the Magnolia Plantation outside Charleston, we happened upon a snake having dinner. I think it's a cottonmouth, even though the usual banding is subtle. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7086860size=lg K10D, DA 50-200, ISO 200, f/8 @ 1/90 with pop-up flash, RAW via LR. Sorry about the blown highlights on the frog--this is an Interesting Wild Moment, not Art. Rick Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ -- 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: PESOs: a view from the top
Luka, pleasure to meet you. If you don't know, I am originally from Moscow, having moved to Israel 16 years ago. I should admit that these shots really reminded me of some of the 'hoods we had back in the capital of USSR. Boris Luka Knezevic-Strika wrote: Well, i took this shot a month ago, and i wasn't planning to. I was with a friend, helping her with a project for her studies (she was suposed to shoot a film comparing the basements of two tall adjacent buildings - one commercial and one residential) when we were lurred to the last floor of this 30story building (one of the highest in Belgrade) and then incidentally invited, by a resident who spotted us, to his apartment (he saw we admired the view through the dirty round windows in the hallway and said he might offer us a better one), to look through the huge windows (and take photos - he spotted the MX on my shoulder :)). so, here are a few: the dirty window: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6940541 Pentax MX, M50 1.7, Ilford pan 50 (apperture unknown) the view down: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6921112 Pentax MX, M50 1.7, Ilford pan 50 (apperture unknown) the view towards belgrade's residential industrial semisuburbia: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7074179 Pentax MX, M50 1.7, Ilford pan 50 (apperture unknown) -- 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: Give me a home...
On 23/3/08, David Savage, discombobulated, unleashed: G'day All, A little bit of Australiana (~135kb) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3218/2353757547_fe2b1a7c43_o.jpg K10D, FA 31mm f1.8 Ltd, f2.8 @ 1/500, ISO 400 Cheers, Dave That's really nice Dave. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO- Down at the Mall...
Doug, I've a question. When you shot it, did you envision that it will be processed to look like a shot from, say, 50 years ago? Really great stuff! Boris Doug Brewer wrote: http://www.drivingtheflies.com/?p=225 -- 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: The world is over
- Original Message - From: Boris Liberman Subject: OT: The world is over Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... I did a quick survey a while back, and concluded that it is now virtually impossible to live without Chinese manufactured goods, as there are, in many instances, no options to buy non Chinese manufactured products. What this means to me is that it is very difficult to not buy products manufactured in what I consider to be a human rights nightmare. I prefer to support economies that are not built on slave labour, I would rather not support regimes that use an iron fist to squash freedom of speech and association or legitimate protest against the governing power. What this also means is that China now has the economic clout to pretty much shut down any country that crosses it by protesting the way it mistreats it's citizens (the onging abuses in Tibet as an example) by cutting off trade to that country. Don't chuckle too much... 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
- Original Message - From: Christine Aguila Subject: Re: Frustrated With AF Problems Yikes! I heard about the tilted sensor, but I just always assumed it was my poor technique. But I will say I'm getting a bit better. Still, maybe I should get this checked out. Thanks. Cheers, Christine Ansel Adams mentioned a fairly common visual syndrome that effectively keeps the person afflicted from holding a camera level. I don't recall more than that about it than that. To check to see if your sensor isn't level, put the camera on a tripod and level the head, either with the built in bubbles, or else put a trailer level (any decent auto parts store will have them) onto the hot shoe and level the camera. 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: Last hummingbirds and Happy Easter! ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
I applaud the efforts on the hummingbirds. They are very difficult to capture in flight, but the nest shot is marvelous. You will have more fun in the summer with them and the K20D. The instant feedback is very helpful. Tulip time already for you? We still see snow and not even the early varieties of tulip. Reards, Bob S. On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 10:21 AM, Gaëtan Beauchamp [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello everyone! Happy Easter to all ! Here are my third, fourth, fifth and sixth hummingbirds. Those four were taken with a Pentax MZ6 film camera and printed home made with a JOBO CPP2, those old things that I still do. Here is also a K20D image of a tulip. All that discussion with AF and K20D is becoming a great concern. Keep sending post on that subject. All comments are welcome and appreciated. Hummingbirds http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080357 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080366 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080677 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080706 Tulip http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7088577 Gaëtan Beauchamp -- 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: The world is over
Bill, you're right. In Israel we have plenty of goods produced in Turkey that are probably even of lower quality than those produced in China, but as a matter of fact, some Turkish or Chinese products are very good. I did not chuckle hmmm on the means by which China became what it is now. I chucked at the salesperson at the store. She was so hmmm naive or straightforward about the fact that I'd better buy something now because there may be nothing to buy in the few months to come. I will probably take the second half of this talk off list. Boris William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: Boris Liberman Subject: OT: The world is over Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... I did a quick survey a while back, and concluded that it is now virtually impossible to live without Chinese manufactured goods, as there are, in many instances, no options to buy non Chinese manufactured products. What this means to me is that it is very difficult to not buy products manufactured in what I consider to be a human rights nightmare. I prefer to support economies that are not built on slave labour, I would rather not support regimes that use an iron fist to squash freedom of speech and association or legitimate protest against the governing power. What this also means is that China now has the economic clout to pretty much shut down any country that crosses it by protesting the way it mistreats it's citizens (the onging abuses in Tibet as an example) by cutting off trade to that country. Don't chuckle too much... 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
I am still wondering about sample variation. If different 50 mm lenses need different adjustments, then the factory couldn't really do it. Are folks making adjustments that are on a smaller scale then the errors in, let's say, the MZ-S? Steven Desjardins Department of Chemistry Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA 24450 (540) 458-8873 FAX: (540) 458-8878 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- 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: The world is over
On Mon, Mar 24, 2008 at 12:53 AM, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: Boris Liberman Subject: OT: The world is over Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... I did a quick survey a while back, and concluded that it is now virtually impossible to live without Chinese manufactured goods, as there are, in many instances, no options to buy non Chinese manufactured products. What this means to me is that it is very difficult to not buy products manufactured in what I consider to be a human rights nightmare. I prefer to support economies that are not built on slave labour, I would rather not support regimes that use an iron fist to squash freedom of speech and association or legitimate protest against the governing power. What this also means is that China now has the economic clout to pretty much shut down any country that crosses it by protesting the way it mistreats it's citizens (the onging abuses in Tibet as an example) by cutting off trade to that country. Don't chuckle too much... And the success of our respective national economies is driven buy the growth in China. (probably more so ours) 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: Australia Trip -- New Lens
I didn't even nknow that the minimum setence had been reduced! Peter On 23/03/2008, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 23/3/08, Cesar Matamoros II, discombobulated, unleashed: I am way behind on the list - thus the tardy reply... I spent a month in Australia in 2006 This could explain a lot ! -- 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. -- 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: Antarctica Photos
Walter, some really terrific stuff. My wife having seen these photos immediately suggested that in few decades when we retire we should take a trip to Antarctica... I had to respond with another suggestion that perhaps it could happen sooner... We really enjoyed all the photographs! Boris Walter Hamler wrote: I won a SmugMug acount from our camera club, so I have created a gallery of my Antarctica slides. The link is http://walthamler.smugmug.com/gallery/4539586_fv7fM#267396792 There are about 74 images there now and I will add others as I have time. Cheers. Walt -- 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: The world is over
Boris: Us Yanks can send you a PDML care package; that is, Pants for a Desperate Man named Liberman. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: Boris Liberman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2008 5:09 AM Subject: OT: The world is over Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... Cheers. Boris -- 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: Australia Trip -- New Lens
Hmmm White sandy beaches, temperate weather (ie bikini babe weather) , cold beer. It's such a wicked punishment. Cheers, Dave On Mon, Mar 24, 2008 at 1:17 AM, Peter Fairweather [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I didn't even nknow that the minimum setence had been reduced! Peter On 23/03/2008, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 23/3/08, Cesar Matamoros II, discombobulated, unleashed: I am way behind on the list - thus the tardy reply... I spent a month in Australia in 2006 This could explain a lot ! -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
Ok, good to know this. Thanks, Paul. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2008 7:20 AM Subject: Re: Frustrated With AF Problems You don't have to do the focus tests. If you leave them all at zero, you have the same basic setup as the K10D. But the tests and adjustments can be helpful with some lenses. Paul On Mar 23, 2008, at 12:03 AM, Christine Aguila wrote: - Original Message - From: Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm not sure that this new focus test capabiliyt is really a blessing. It may be a curse. After seeing what the K20D does with high ISOs plus all the other new features, I have to admit I desire this camera--but having read all the stuff about the focus test capability, I'm a little nervous about that. My head is spinning! I'd have to learn how to do focus tests, which I'm sure I could do, but maybe down the line. Cheers, Christine -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
Excellent! Thanks so much, William. I'll do it. Big thanks cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2008 10:41 AM Subject: Re: Frustrated With AF Problems Ansel Adams mentioned a fairly common visual syndrome that effectively keeps the person afflicted from holding a camera level. I don't recall more than that about it than that. To check to see if your sensor isn't level, put the camera on a tripod and level the head, either with the built in bubbles, or else put a trailer level (any decent auto parts store will have them) onto the hot shoe and level the camera. 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: Stitched panoramas
Mark: Well, they're new to me. Really impressive. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Sunday, March 23, 2008 8:32 AM Subject: GESO: Stitched panoramas Yesterday I went out for my usual Saturday morning run with friends. We run 12-16 miles around North Park, just north (duh) of Pittsburgh, then have coffee bagels and visit the running shop next to the bagel place. Last Christmas I gave the running shop a print of one of my panoramas, a shot of Point State Park with a runner which they framed and put in the window. So yesterday the manager of the shop tells me that someone from the Pittsburgh Sports/Exhibition Authority came in, saw the photo and wanted to find out about buying one. I sent an email and will probably be in touch later this week, but in the meantime I thought I should at least put the photo up on my web site. And while I was at it I decided to put a selection of my best stitched panoramas on one page. So here it is: http://www.robertstech.com/panos.htm I think I've shown all of these in the past at one time or another (and the Montrichard shot just last week), but there may be one or two that are completely new. (Then again, maybe not!) -- 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: Australia Trip -- New Lens
Peter Fairweather wrote: On 23/03/2008, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 23/3/08, Cesar Matamoros II, discombobulated, unleashed: I am way behind on the list - thus the tardy reply... I spent a month in Australia in 2006 This could explain a lot ! I didn't even nknow that the minimum setence had been reduced! Perhaps the Australians kicked Cesar out? ;-) -- 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: The world is over
Christine Aguila wrote: Boris: Us Yanks can send you a PDML care package; that is, Pants for a Desperate Man named Liberman. Cheers, Christine I am not desperate... Yet... But I will keep your idea in mind ;-). Boris -- 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: The world is over
On Mon, Mar 24, 2008 at 1:29 AM, Boris Liberman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Christine Aguila wrote: Boris: Us Yanks can send you a PDML care package; that is, Pants for a Desperate Man named Liberman. Cheers, Christine I am not desperate... Yet... I am. In fact I'm well past it Cheers, Dave :-D -- 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: The world is over
On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 7:05 AM, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 8:00 PM, Bob W [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... Cheers. Boris So you're walking around Israel with no trousers on? Is that allowed? Can't you buy some other kind of trousers? Tibetan, for example? What about wearing a kilt? But for God's sake, man, cover those legs - you'll frighten the camels. Worse still, he's going commando. Is that an off the cuff remark.:-) shudder 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: The world is over
We tried to not but things made in China when we did our Xmas shopping. It was hard. Although we do not have any young children to buy for, a lot of my friend knaw on wood and paint, so i was concerned for them. Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 11:53 AM, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: Boris Liberman Subject: OT: The world is over Hi! I went today to one of the local shops to buy me a pair of trousers. Apparently the shelves were almost empty. So, I asked salesperson, when do you expect a new shipment? We don't was the answer. The Olympics in China are the reason. I chuckled and went out of the shop... I did a quick survey a while back, and concluded that it is now virtually impossible to live without Chinese manufactured goods, as there are, in many instances, no options to buy non Chinese manufactured products. What this means to me is that it is very difficult to not buy products manufactured in what I consider to be a human rights nightmare. I prefer to support economies that are not built on slave labour, I would rather not support regimes that use an iron fist to squash freedom of speech and association or legitimate protest against the governing power. What this also means is that China now has the economic clout to pretty much shut down any country that crosses it by protesting the way it mistreats it's citizens (the onging abuses in Tibet as an example) by cutting off trade to that country. Don't chuckle too much... 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Frustrated With AF Problems
One step is a very small adjustment. Probably significantly smaller than the errors you would get just from the variation in flatness of film. Paul On Mar 23, 2008, at 12:01 PM, Steve Desjardins wrote: I am still wondering about sample variation. If different 50 mm lenses need different adjustments, then the factory couldn't really do it. Are folks making adjustments that are on a smaller scale then the errors in, let's say, the MZ-S? Steven Desjardins Department of Chemistry Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA 24450 (540) 458-8873 FAX: (540) 458-8878 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 11:41 AM, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ansel Adams mentioned a fairly common visual syndrome that effectively keeps the person afflicted from holding a camera level. I don't recall more than that about it than that. To check to see if your sensor isn't level, put the camera on a tripod and level the head, either with the built in bubbles, or else put a trailer level (any decent auto parts store will have them) onto the hot shoe and level the camera. I have a hell of a time keeping my panned flat photos in the horse ring level. Thank god for PS and rotate.:-) Dave 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Give me a home...
Good one Dave. Love the vid. When did you get heat:-) Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 10:21 AM, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day All, A little bit of Australiana (~135kb) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3218/2353757547_fe2b1a7c43_o.jpg K10D, FA 31mm f1.8 Ltd, f2.8 @ 1/500, ISO 400 Cheers, Dave P.S. For those who want an explanation of the title: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2qihozUSMM -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: White Balance Problem
On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 6:51 AM, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 7:19 PM, David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here is a link to what i shot today. http://www.caughtinmotion.com/2008-rcra22/index.htm Used the expo disk. Alot of bright and darker shots, but these will be workable should sales arize Dave Dave this smile is lovely: http://www.caughtinmotion.com/2008-rcra22/a1agen-032208-5281.htm Shame about the thing at the bottom of the frame Thats a letter A Dave.:-) Yes, she is the manager for this show. I tried to get a few candids but failed. She had just finished talking to some one, i waited for them to leave. She saw me and gave me the smile. I'm going to crop this one a bit for her. Dave 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Last hummingbirds and Happy Easter! ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
Yes i like the nest shot. Bob, some of the snow has melted by out kitchen window(south face0 and out daffodils and crocusus are starting to show. Mined yo this is the 3rd time.:-0 Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 11:55 AM, Bob Sullivan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I applaud the efforts on the hummingbirds. They are very difficult to capture in flight, but the nest shot is marvelous. You will have more fun in the summer with them and the K20D. The instant feedback is very helpful. Tulip time already for you? We still see snow and not even the early varieties of tulip. Reards, Bob S. On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 10:21 AM, Gaëtan Beauchamp [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello everyone! Happy Easter to all ! Here are my third, fourth, fifth and sixth hummingbirds. Those four were taken with a Pentax MZ6 film camera and printed home made with a JOBO CPP2, those old things that I still do. Here is also a K20D image of a tulip. All that discussion with AF and K20D is becoming a great concern. Keep sending post on that subject. All comments are welcome and appreciated. Hummingbirds http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080357 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080366 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080677 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7080706 Tulip http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7088577 Gaëtan Beauchamp -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: GESO: Stitched panoramas
I remember see them all but the runner. Its a great shot, i can see why they want it. My favorites have always been the two near the bottom, the woods and stone fence or what have you Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 9:32 AM, Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yesterday I went out for my usual Saturday morning run with friends. We run 12-16 miles around North Park, just north (duh) of Pittsburgh, then have coffee bagels and visit the running shop next to the bagel place. Last Christmas I gave the running shop a print of one of my panoramas, a shot of Point State Park with a runner which they framed and put in the window. So yesterday the manager of the shop tells me that someone from the Pittsburgh Sports/Exhibition Authority came in, saw the photo and wanted to find out about buying one. I sent an email and will probably be in touch later this week, but in the meantime I thought I should at least put the photo up on my web site. And while I was at it I decided to put a selection of my best stitched panoramas on one page. So here it is: http://www.robertstech.com/panos.htm I think I've shown all of these in the past at one time or another (and the Montrichard shot just last week), but there may be one or two that are completely new. (Then again, maybe not!) -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: There's no bad weather
Wonderfull shot. Shows the dreary damp day perfect. And the shot is clean and still colourfull Dave On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 3:56 PM, Ralf R. Radermacher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are hordes of railway photographers in this spot, when the sun is shining, all taking the same shots over and over again. Noone around today. Well, obviously they don't have a K10D. The camera was dripping wet afterwards. Nouvelaer, Belgium, this afternoon, +1 deg c, sleet and snow. http://www.fotocommunity.de/pc/pc/mypics/770012/display/12250462 As always, your comments and suggestions... :-) 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Frustrated With AF Problems
I don't test mine at all. I just let the camera focus them, and correct it when the focus isn't what I want. That's what the focusing ring is for... Saves a lot of angst and time. :-) G On Mar 23, 2008, at 5:29 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: I don't test my zooms at every focal length ... -- 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 -- East end of Double Beach
On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 5:27 PM, Doug Franklin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David J Brooks wrote: On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 11:00 AM, Christine Aguila [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I agree with Dave Doug. Cheers, Christine I agree with Christine, but no Dave or Doug Does that mean you're the Bruce in charge of the sheep dip? ;-) I see your names not Bruce. Thats going to cause some confusion on the list. Mind if we call you Bruce. Dave -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO 2008 - 46 - GDG
Good mistake, and title fits perfect. Mind sharing Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 1:18 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This was a mistake but I find it somewhat amusing ... http://homepage.mac.com/godders/46-hideout.jpg Where Flying Saucers Hide - Santa Cruz Wharf 2008 Olympus E-1 + ZD 50-200/2.8-3.5 ISO 100 @ f/7.1 @ 8.0 sec, fl=101mm Comments and critique always appreciated. :-) enjoy 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO -- Bunny Meets Brownie [Happy Easter]
Is he related to Doug Dinsmore.:-)?? Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 12:50 AM, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And a Happy Easter to you sir. I don't know why but if you are familiar with the film Donnie Darko your shot brings to mind Frank (not to be confused with the PDML Bunny Frank). Maybe that says more about where my head is at :-) Cheers, Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 2:33 PM, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Happy Easter everyone. http://www.mindspring.com/~distilfink/PESO%20--%20bunnymeetsbrownie.html Equipment: Pentax *ist-Ds/smc Pentax A 28mm f2.8 As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: There's no bad weather
On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 8:33 PM, Bob W [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I thought Belgians liked rain. Apart from drinking beer and detecting crimes I thought the favourite Belgian activity was cycling over cobblestones in the pouring rain. Sung to the tune, Always look on the bright side of life. :-) Dave Bob -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ralf R. Radermacher Sent: 22 March 2008 19:56 To: Pentax Mailingliste Subject: PESO: There's no bad weather There are hordes of railway photographers in this spot, when the sun is shining, all taking the same shots over and over again. Noone around today. Well, obviously they don't have a K10D. The camera was dripping wet afterwards. Nouvelaer, Belgium, this afternoon, +1 deg c, sleet and snow. http://www.fotocommunity.de/pc/pc/mypics/770012/display/12250462 As always, your comments and suggestions... :-) -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PESO 2008 - 46 - GDG
This was a mistake but I find it somewhat amusing ... http://homepage.mac.com/godders/46-hideout.jpg Where Flying Saucers Hide - Santa Cruz Wharf 2008 Olympus E-1 + ZD 50-200/2.8-3.5 ISO 100 @ f/7.1 @ 8.0 sec, fl=101mm Comments and critique always appreciated. :-) enjoy 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: PESO -- Bunny Meets Brownie [Happy Easter]
Awww. Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 1:33 AM, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Happy Easter everyone. http://www.mindspring.com/~distilfink/PESO%20--%20bunnymeetsbrownie.html Equipment: Pentax *ist-Ds/smc Pentax A 28mm f2.8 As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: There's no bad weather
On Mar 23, 2008, at 5:28 AM, Mark Roberts wrote: ... I *love* shooting in bad weather. Just got back from a sunrise shoot on the Santa Cruz Wharf. Luckily, I had my winter hat and gloves in the back of the car ... the exterior temp sensor in the Prius told me that the road was down to 37F on the way there. It was bone-chilling cold at the end of the wharf in the morning breeze ... but the light was beautiful! Not quite bad weather in the same sense that 12 feet of rain in two days might be, but I take what I can get. ;-) 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.
Frustrated With AF Problems--Update
Just to refresh everyone's memory: My defective DA* 16-50 is ready to go to Pentax to correct the fact that it won't autofocus to infinity at 16 mm on the K20D. The K20D has to go with it. Before sending them off I thought I would check the focus asjustment of the DA* 50-135. I tested it at 135 mm, figuring that the most rigorous test would be at that focal length because that's where the depth of field is smallest. It turns out that an adjustment of -4 gives the sharpest distance focus at that focal length. But then I noticed that when I zoom the lens to 50 mm it now autofocuses beyond infinity, and the images are not sharp. Arghhh! Okay, I guess the DA* 50-135 has to go to Pentax too to be calibrated to the K20D. But this is disturbing and frustrating. I have been concerned that it may be difficult or impossible to adjust the AF of zoom lenses through the K20D--adjusting for correct focus at one focal length could mean incorrect focus elsewhere. What I have seen so far (with both DA* lenses) confirms that suspicion. Joe, I think you ran the test backwards. Depth of field is not the issue, depth of focus is. As focal length extends, depth of field decreases, but depth of focus increases. Try calibrating your 50-135 at 50mm, and then see how it does at the long end. I am starting to think that my long time eschewing of zoom lenses may not be such a bad thing though. William Robb - Can someone please explain to me why depth of focus increases at longer focal lengths? Anyway, I tested the lens again this morning at 50mm, running from -2 to +2 AF adjustments. If there are any differences, they are exceedingly small. At 200% magnification I have to conclude that at 50 mm the lens performs best at 0 focus adjustment. But this still leaves the lens misfocusing at 135 mm. If I correct for that it misfocuses at 50 mm. Joe -- 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: ACR modifies JPEG files?
On Mar 23, 2008, at 8:30 AM, Charles Robinson wrote:
On Mar 23, 2008, at 10:27, Doug Franklin wrote:
Some of the EXIF metadata fields, and maybe the IPTC ones, too, allow
software like Bridge and Photoshop to embed in the photo the fact
that
they were used in the processing of the image. It's possible that
ACR
is updating these metadata values, even if it doesn't modify the
image
data. You could try using something like exifer a TIFF tag dumper to
write the metadata before and after to two different text files and
compare them to see if there are changes there.
That sounds like a good clue, thanks!
I also just figured out that I can set the preferences for my photo
folders to show the Date Created field in a column along with (or
instead of) the date modified field. Date Created doesn't change,
so that's a relatively painless solution.I'll see if I can figure
out what's being changed in the files, though, just for the fun of it.
The latest versions of Camera Raw, as well as Lightroom, will save
metadata edits for IPTC data into JPEG files.
Date Created and Date Modified fields visible to the file system are
different from the Data/Time Original ('Capture Date') timestamp in
the EXIF data.
Obtain a copy of EXIFtool ... free from
http://www.sno.phy.queensu.ca/~phil/exiftool/ ...
and look at a JPEG file prior to opening it with Camera Raw. Then
open it, edit something, etc, close it, and run EXIFtool on it again.
You'll see exactly what changed.
Godfrey
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PESO: Easter Snack
Grace grabs a bite to eat at the table that has been set for dinner. The popup flash came in handy again here. K20D with DA* 50-135, 50mm, f3.5 at 1/50th, ISO 200: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7089152size=lg -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
But its worth doing a quick test with the K20D. I never tested a lens prior to shooting with that camera. But I was able to make a valuable correction for at least one of my lenses -- the FA 50/1.4. On Mar 23, 2008, at 1:21 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: I don't test mine at all. I just let the camera focus them, and correct it when the focus isn't what I want. That's what the focusing ring is for... Saves a lot of angst and time. :-) G On Mar 23, 2008, at 5:29 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: I don't test my zooms at every focal length ... -- 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 2008 - 46 - GDG
On Mar 23, 2008, at 12:18, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: This was a mistake but I find it somewhat amusing ... http://homepage.mac.com/godders/46-hideout.jpg Where Flying Saucers Hide - Santa Cruz Wharf 2008 Olympus E-1 + ZD 50-200/2.8-3.5 ISO 100 @ f/7.1 @ 8.0 sec, fl=101mm Cool! -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 2008 - 46 - GDG
Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: This was a mistake but I find it somewhat amusing ... http://homepage.mac.com/godders/46-hideout.jpg Where Flying Saucers Hide - Santa Cruz Wharf 2008 Olympus E-1 + ZD 50-200/2.8-3.5 ISO 100 @ f/7.1 @ 8.0 sec, fl=101mm Comments and critique always appreciated. :-) NEVER admit something was a mistake! :) Cool photo. -- 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: Easter Snack
I think this one is the best of the easter series. Natural kid stuff, sneaking from the pot so to speak.:-0 Dave BTW nice table setting Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 2:07 PM, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Grace grabs a bite to eat at the table that has been set for dinner. The popup flash came in handy again here. K20D with DA* 50-135, 50mm, f3.5 at 1/50th, ISO 200: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7089152size=lg -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Frustrated With AF Problems
Yes, but, if it looks focused, but it actually is not, Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 1:21 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't test mine at all. I just let the camera focus them, and correct it when the focus isn't what I want. That's what the focusing ring is for... Saves a lot of angst and time. :-) G On Mar 23, 2008, at 5:29 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: I don't test my zooms at every focal length ... -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Frustrated With AF Problems
On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 9:21 AM, Tim Øsleby [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yesterday I ordered the K20D locally :-) Really looking forward to get to know this new tool, but I have also been having the same dilemma. I can see myself fiddling back and forth with the AF tuning facilities for ever. Just pixel peeping, instead of making photographs. I have a friend who has bought the camera, and he seem to be spending a way too much time thinking about focus accuracy. This said. You have my sympathy, Joe. AF problems are frustrating. But I'm not sure Nikon will solve your problems. If you hook at a Nikon forum, you will probably find others who experiences the same thing. I'm afraid QC is a term of the past. And we concumers looking for bang for the buck are the one who have forced it out of the window. MaritimTim Nikon users are having just as many problems with AF accuracy, particularly on the lower-end bodies in the same market as the K10D/K20D. The D3/D300 have the same sort of AF fine-tune as the K20D for this reason. I'm beginning to think that digital is just more sensitive to Depth of Focus than film is. -- M. Adam Maas http://www.mawz.ca Explorations of the City Around Us. -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
Any SLR which behaves like this is broken. Have it fixed. G On Mar 23, 2008, at 11:48 AM, David J Brooks wrote: Yes, but, if it looks focused, but it actually is not, On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 1:21 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't test mine at all. I just let the camera focus them, and correct it when the focus isn't what I want. That's what the focusing ring is for... Saves a lot of angst and time. :-) -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
David J Brooks wrote: On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 1:21 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't test mine at all. I just let the camera focus them, and correct it when the focus isn't what I want. That's what the focusing ring is for... Saves a lot of angst and time. :-) Yes, but, if it looks focused, but it actually is not, Then there's an issue with the focusing screen or mirror alignment, not the autofocus system. Needs to be repaired. -- 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: On the Verandah
An interesting photoblog http://hame.ca/one -Adam On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 12:31 AM, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What's a hame? David Savage wrote: Ohhh I like that. It's a hame though about the lower LH corner. Cheers, Dave On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 11:25 AM, Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On the verandah of Magnolia Plantation, outside Charleston: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7083024size=lg K10D, DA 50-200, ISO 400, f/11 @ 1/30, RAW via DNG converter and PE4. Wobbly internet connections and a crowded schedule these days, so I've not been around as much as I would like. OTOH, I made my 5000th exposure on the K10D this afternoon. Not bad for 10 1/2 months. Rick Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ -- 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. -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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. -- M. Adam Maas http://www.mawz.ca Explorations of the City Around Us. -- 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 Stripper accessories or food.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v408/divad_b/NTS%20PHOTOS/?action=viewcurrent=grama-t-5717.jpg Between Mackinaw City and Rapid River Michigan. D200 Nikon 18-70, pan from side window of truck Dave -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Frustrated With AF Problems
Its gone back to Pentax Canada. Just waiting now. Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 3:08 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Any SLR which behaves like this is broken. Have it fixed. G On Mar 23, 2008, at 11:48 AM, David J Brooks wrote: Yes, but, if it looks focused, but it actually is not, On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 1:21 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't test mine at all. I just let the camera focus them, and correct it when the focus isn't what I want. That's what the focusing ring is for... Saves a lot of angst and time. :-) -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESOs: a view from the top
pleasure to meet you too, boris yeah, basically it's the same thing, but i must admit i was a ted more intimidated by the moscowian counterparts :) -- 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: DA* 16-50 lens service update
I'm not sure how California Precision does dust control. I have had them repair several lenses, including an A*20mm F4 macro and a DA 21 Ltd. In all cases, the lenses came back clean inside and out. Is there something special about the DA* 16-50 that would require, say, a class 100 clean room? --mark Margus Männik wrote: Hi there, first question against the conspiracy theory - does the authorized service center have their own clean room? BR, Margus -- 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 -- The Egret is Landing
I shot a series of three of this egret as it came in for a landing this is the only one where the birds head was in focus. http://www.mindspring.com/~distilfink/PESO%20--%20theegretislanding.html Equipment: Pentax *ist-Ds/smc Pentax A* 300mm f4.0/smc Pentax F 1.7x AF Adapter Note: This is cropped from about 1/2 of the original image file. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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: Easter Snack
-- Original message -- From: David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] I think this one is the best of the easter series. Natural kid stuff, sneaking from the pot so to speak.:-0 Dave BTW nice table setting My wife will be pleased to hear that you like it. Thanks for looking. Paull Dave On Sun, Mar 23, 2008 at 2:07 PM, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Grace grabs a bite to eat at the table that has been set for dinner. The popup flash came in handy again here. K20D with DA* 50-135, 50mm, f3.5 at 1/50th, ISO 200: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7089152size=lg -- 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. -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net 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 -- The Egret is Landing
Nice shot. I'm looking at it on my daughter's shiny screen Compaq laptop, so it's impossibleto judge focus and sharpness, but it's a very nice composition. Paul -- Original message -- From: P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] I shot a series of three of this egret as it came in for a landing this is the only one where the birds head was in focus. http://www.mindspring.com/~distilfink/PESO%20--%20theegretislanding.html Equipment: Pentax *ist-Ds/smc Pentax A* 300mm f4.0/smc Pentax F 1.7x AF Adapter Note: This is cropped from about 1/2 of the original image file. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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 Stripper accessories or food.
Who says they can't be both? David J Brooks wrote: http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v408/divad_b/NTS%20PHOTOS/?action=viewcurrent=grama-t-5717.jpg Between Mackinaw City and Rapid River Michigan. D200 Nikon 18-70, pan from side window of truck Dave -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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 -- The Egret is Landing
Let us see if I can't correct the grammar a bit. I shot a series of three, of this egret, as it came in for a landing. This is the only one, where the bird's head was in focus. P. J. Alling wrote: I shot a series of three of this egret as it came in for a landing this is the only one where the birds head was in focus. http://www.mindspring.com/~distilfink/PESO%20--%20theegretislanding.html Equipment: Pentax *ist-Ds/smc Pentax A* 300mm f4.0/smc Pentax F 1.7x AF Adapter Note: This is cropped from about 1/2 of the original image file. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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: DA* 16-50 lens service update
-- Original message -- From: Mark Erickson [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm not sure how California Precision does dust control. I have had them repair several lenses, including an A*20mm F4 macro and a DA 21 Ltd. In all cases, the lenses came back clean inside and out. Is there something special about the DA* 16-50 that would require, say, a class 100 clean room? No. -- 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 2008 - 46 - GDG
The question becomes is it repeatable. If so a new art form is born. Mark Roberts wrote: Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: This was a mistake but I find it somewhat amusing ... http://homepage.mac.com/godders/46-hideout.jpg Where Flying Saucers Hide - Santa Cruz Wharf 2008 Olympus E-1 + ZD 50-200/2.8-3.5 ISO 100 @ f/7.1 @ 8.0 sec, fl=101mm Comments and critique always appreciated. :-) NEVER admit something was a mistake! :) Cool photo. -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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 - Happy Hour At the Sand Bar
I was on vacation in Florida last week. I didn't get to do too much shooting, but we did spend a day on Sanibel Island, and half of that at the Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge. This was shot with the DS2 and the DA 50-200. Nice light lens that performed quite well that day. http://www.matoe.org/gallery2/v/tomatoe/florida/dingdarling/IMGP2396.jpg.html -Mat -- 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.
