RE: OT - Auschwitz: A Cameraman's Cut
From: Cotty Hi folks, Last month I went to Auschwitz and filmed a large school party on a visit there. Some might be interested to see a 22 minute film I put together - my personal thoughts about what I saw and filmed. http://www.seeingeye.tv/pages/auschwitz.html or direct on Vimeo: http://www.vimeo.com/17692293 Very good, moving film. Truly work to be proud of. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 But, darling, I was searching for a present for you
On 23/12/2010, AlunFoto alunf...@gmail.com wrote: 2010/12/23 mike wilson m.9.wil...@ntlworld.com: http://www.cupsizechoir.com/?k=1 Try holding a key down. Here's what just transpired in my tiny little computer room: The Wife watched, and said: Dubious. Definately dubious. Then a snort, some headshaking, and she left the room. I caught her grin before she turned, though... But then again she knows Mike... :-) Not in the biblical sense, I hasten to clarify. Seasonal felicitations to all, including departed comrades who may be looking in. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
On Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:39 -0600, Andrew Allen andrewdall...@gmail.com wrote: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? Glad you decided to hang around - we're generally a pretty friendly bunch of misfits. :-) I don't really have any 'exotic' lenses and make do with consumer-grade glass and some old M42s from time to time. I find that my DA 16-45 meets most of my needs, which tends towards landscapes. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Does exactly what it says on the tin -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: December PUG is up
On Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:56 -0500, Ken Waller kwal...@peoplepc.com wrote: - Original Message - From: Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm Subject: Re: December PUG is up When I go back through most of my rejects I usually wonder why I submitted them in the first place because, on reflection, most are pretty lame. But I was a bit miffed when 'Fractured' was knocked back. But that's the way of the PPG Try submitting it again... Yes - I probably will. I've had a couple of images accepted second time around. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Email service worth paying for. Try it for free -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: December PUG is up
On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 5:34 PM, Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm wrote: Yes - I probably will. I've had a couple of images accepted second time around. And if it gets accepted then it does not belong in this PUG theme... :-\ So next year, we should have PUG theme on PPG rejects that were accepted the second time around. Bong PS I say submit it again! -- Bong Manayon http://www.bong.uni.cc -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
2010/12/24 Ken Waller kwal...@peoplepc.com: Thanks John And a very Merry Christmas to all. FYI - In the U. S. currently, its very un P C to say Merry Christmas - we're supposed to say Happy Holiday -BOOO Thank you everyone and have a wonderful politically uncorrect CHRISTMAS - only exception is if you're subscribed to a different faith. Choose your favorite poison wisely and remember: never mix, never worry. For those of you who hate Christmas, my thoughts go out to you especially!!! Ecke -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Great Blue
On Dec 24, 2010, at 12:35 AM, Ken Waller wrote: Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net Subject: Re: PESO - Great Blue On Dec 23, 2010, at 5:08 PM, Jack Davis wrote: Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Birds states; Great Blue Heron's are migratory where waters freeze. They range from North America, except in the northern tundra areas, to northern South America. Would lead me to believe that they do migrate if the temp reaching freezing.(?) Our streams and rivers don't freeze, so the herons may hang around. Paul According to my 'Birds of Michigan field guide' the great Blue Heron migrates to southern states - it shows no winter range in Michigan. Perhaps he was a Canadian heron on a stopover. When he took off, he headed south. Paul Jack --- On Thu, 12/23/10, Bob Sullivan rf.sulli...@gmail.com wrote: From: Bob Sullivan rf.sulli...@gmail.com Subject: Re: PESO - Great Blue To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Date: Thursday, December 23, 2010, 1:41 PM Paul, I assumed they head for warmer climates. I've never seen one after the snow falls. And I don't think they are ice fishermen. Maybe Ann will know. Regards, Bob S. On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 3:37 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Thanks Bob. Do Herons normally fly south? I'm no bird expert. Paul On Dec 23, 2010, at 4:28 PM, Bob Sullivan wrote: Paul, Fantastic! A heron in snow. Somebody's got to remind him to go south. Excellent catch! Regards, Bob S. On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 1:42 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: I spotted this guy standing in the Rouge River on my way home from one store this morning. Had to stop home then make a second trip, so I picked up my K5, which already had the DA* 60-250 mounted. I figured he'd be gone, but to my surprise, he hung around. This is cropped to about 40% of frame. The A 400/5.6 might have been a better choice, although 40% of the 60-250 frame might be better than 80% of the A400 frame, as the latter tends to CA. ISO 400, f5.6 @ 1/500th, 250mm http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12135673size=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. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
On Dec 24, 2010, at 12:49 AM, Ken Waller wrote: Thanks John And a very Merry Christmas to all. FYI - In the U. S. currently, its very un P C to say Merry Christmas - we're supposed to say Happy Holiday -BOOO I became accustomed to saying happy holidays when I worked in NY in the eighties. With a large Jewish population, it made sense, and it was universally practiced. But it wasn't considered PC behavior, as it is today. I still say happy holidays when Hanukkah and Christmas intersect and I don't know the faith or ethnicity of the person to whom I'm speaking. But this year, since the holidays aren't simultaneous, everyone, including my Jewish friends, gets a Merry Christmas. Two weeks ago, everyone got a Hannukah Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: John Coyle jco...@iinet.net.au Subject: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Great Blue
On Dec 24, 2010, at 12:21 AM, Ken Waller wrote: Nice catch Paul, although I find the reflections in the water competing for my attention. Yeah, I should have moved those darn trees:-). Actually, I was trying to find a spot where I could get a lower angle shot, when he up and took off. Paul Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net Subject: PESO - Great Blue I spotted this guy standing in the Rouge River on my way home from one store this morning. Had to stop home then make a second trip, so I picked up my K5, which already had the DA* 60-250 mounted. I figured he'd be gone, but to my surprise, he hung around. This is cropped to about 40% of frame. The A 400/5.6 might have been a better choice, although 40% of the 60-250 frame might be better than 80% of the A400 frame, as the latter tends to CA. ISO 400, f5.6 @ 1/500th, 250mm http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12135673size=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. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
On Dec 24, 2010, at 1:39 AM, Andrew Allen wrote: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Glad to see you're back. Thus far, no one has directed any messages to you that did more than disagree mildly with some of your points. If that warrants the circular file, your mailbox will soon be empty. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? Rangefinders are great for street photography, in that they're almost silent and inconspicuous. I spent about a year shooting exclusively with an old Leica iiif, and a Summicron 50/2 lens. I enjoyed it immensely. I was traveling quite a bit and did a lot of street shooting in Europe. It was a great experience Here's a small Paris gallery, all shot with that lens and camera: http://photo.net/photodb/folder?folder_id=311283 -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas to you as well! It's Christmas Eve here and its where even communist rebels still celebrate Christmas. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 12:28 PM, John Coyle jco...@iinet.net.au wrote: To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Bong Manayon http://www.bong.uni.cc -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Merry Christmas from Gracie
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Re: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 12:49 AM, Ken Waller kwal...@peoplepc.com wrote: Thanks John And a very Merry Christmas to all. FYI - In the U. S. currently, its very un P C to say Merry Christmas - we're supposed to say Happy Holiday -BOOO Its getting that way here, but you know me. Merry Christmas every one. Dave Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: John Coyle jco...@iinet.net.au Subject: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
Does that kid ever stop smiling.;-) Merry Christmas to you guys as well Dave On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 6:45 AM, paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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 - Great Blue
Great shot. Good detail and colour Dave On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 2:42 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: I spotted this guy standing in the Rouge River on my way home from one store this morning. Had to stop home then make a second trip, so I picked up my K5, which already had the DA* 60-250 mounted. I figured he'd be gone, but to my surprise, he hung around. This is cropped to about 40% of frame. The A 400/5.6 might have been a better choice, although 40% of the 60-250 frame might be better than 80% of the A400 frame, as the latter tends to CA. ISO 400, f5.6 @ 1/500th, 250mm http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12135673size=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. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: [Developing films] Traces on the dry negs
Thank you John. Indeed thé water is quite hard but I wouldn't have guessed that hard water + dish washer would make things even worse. I'll fix the water and buy photoflo. Le vendredi 24 décembre 2010, John Sessoms jsessoms...@nc.rr.com a écrit : From: Ann Sanfedele Thibouille wrote: I didn't get this with my first film but second and third films have traces on them after drying. Seems like limestone (got the word translated from French so it maybe wrong) and/or wetting agent. Now, I use simple dishwashing product as wetting agent. Maybe this is the culprit? Or maybe not enough wetting agent? Any suggestions welcome. Thank you. eweeewe - how about investing in some photoflow? I recall it being pretty chepa and it lasts a really long time - you jsut use a tiny bit. You don't have the wetting agent in the tank for the whole washing process do you? You should only do it for about a um less than a minute, and agitate it all the time. Sounds like there's also a hard-water problem. Limestone = calcium. Hard water makes soap films stickier harder to remove. If you're using dish washing detergent as a wetting agent, hard water would make it more prone to leaving behind a soap film on the dried negatives. You need something like a BRITA filter to remove the calcium from your rinse water and I concur with the recommendation to switch to PhotoFlo as your wetting agent. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille/Thibs -- Photo: K-7, Sigma 28/1.8 macro, FA50/1.4, DA40Ltd, K30/2.8, DA16-45, DA50-135, DA50-200, 360FGZ ... Laptop: Macbook 13 Unibody SnowLeo/Win7 Programing: Delphi 2009 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
Andrew, I have never owned an RF, but when I see people wielding Leicas and similar, it's usually with prime lenses. I have sometimes been tempted to buy an RF as a walkabout, but find that I can do just as well with a DSLR and one of the DA or FA Limited primes. To me, the 21mm is just about perfect, with its AOV almost like a 28mm lens on 35mm film. That said, my shots are all over the normal range too, and my most used lens is the normal zoom. Currently that is the 16-50/2.8 which is a bit on the heavy side for casual and walkabout shooting, but if I reckon I will need a zoom, I bring it. I find it hard to think of the normal range as constrained, though... :-) Jostein 2010/12/24 Andrew Allen andrewdall...@gmail.com: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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. -- http://www.alunfoto.no/galleri/ http://alunfoto.blogspot.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PESO - Mall Madness
I heard that the 23rd is usually the busiest shopping day of the year. I had occasion to enter Toronto's Eaton Centre, the largest downtown mall, and I believe it: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2010/12/mall-madness.html I went in to buy some dental floss at a drugstore, but decided to look elsewhere... Comments welcome. cheers, frank -- Sharpness is a bourgeois concept. -Henri Cartier-Bresson -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
Short answer to your question: yes, I find myself using a fairly narrow range of focal lengths. But the longer answer is that the range varies according to where I am and what I am doing. If I am wandering through a museum or local street fair, I'll have the 16-50 on the camera and nothing else with me. If I am in a marketplace in Guatemala or Costa Rica, where I am being more intentional about the photography aspect of my visit, I'll probably have the 21/2.8 on one camera, 55/1.4 on the other. Or 16-50/2.8 on one, 77/1.8 on the other. But if I am in the Costa Rican rain forest or a Missouri National Wildlife Refuge, I'll have my 300/4.5 on one camera and the 60-250 on the other. My general rule of thumb is that for me cityscapes and people = shorter lenses, and more open spaces = much wider or much longer lenses. I think we all evolve a shooting style and develop a preference for the use of certain lenses. 15 years ago, I was in a comfortable rut, shooting mostly 50mm with an occasional 135mm telephoto shot thrown in. Then when I joined the PDML (12 years ago?) I was exposed to people who raved about their long lenses and the ability to isolate details in a scene. And others who were equally voluble in praise of their wide angle lenses. I never have owned a 35mm lens as far as I can recall. I had the 31mm Limited and hardly used it and didn't replace it when it was stolen. I had a 28mm but never used it. But then I got a FA* 24/2.0 and started to change my notions about wide angle. I think that is a great portrait lens! And then I got a 20/2.8. Meanwhile I kept getting longer lenses as well. So many choices, so little time! stan On Dec 24, 2010, at 1:39 AM, Andrew Allen wrote: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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: PESO - Mall Madness
Good to see the economy perking up, but only in pictures. Wouldn't need dental floss that badly either. Some malls in this area provide bus service from off site parking lots when the closest one can park is 400 yds away. Jack --- On Fri, 12/24/10, frank theriault knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: From: frank theriault knarftheria...@gmail.com Subject: PESO - Mall Madness To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net Date: Friday, December 24, 2010, 4:22 AM I heard that the 23rd is usually the busiest shopping day of the year. I had occasion to enter Toronto's Eaton Centre, the largest downtown mall, and I believe it: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2010/12/mall-madness.html I went in to buy some dental floss at a drugstore, but decided to look elsewhere... Comments welcome. cheers, frank -- Sharpness is a bourgeois concept. -Henri Cartier-Bresson -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: December PUG is up
Thanks for putting up with us. Dave On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 9:23 PM, Scott Loveless sdlovel...@gmail.com wrote: The December PUG is up. http://pug.komkon.org/ It's been an honor, and thanks for putting up with me. Happy holidays. -- Scott (over and out) Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/fivetoedsloth/ __o _'\,_ (*)/ (*) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: December PUG is up
On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 9:44 PM, paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Excellent gallery. Dario's photos is stunning. Thanks for all your hard work, Scott. Well done. Paul Hard to believe these were rejected. Dave On Dec 23, 2010, at 9:40 PM, Scott Loveless wrote: Ted's photo is now included. On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 9:23 PM, Scott Loveless sdlovel...@gmail.com wrote: The December PUG is up. http://pug.komkon.org/ It's been an honor, and thanks for putting up with me. Happy holidays. -- Scott (over and out) Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/fivetoedsloth/ __o _'\,_ (*)/ (*) -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/fivetoedsloth/ __o _'\,_ (*)/ (*) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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 - Mall Madness
Good shot, shows the season well. Another reason i stay out of malls. Dave On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 7:22 AM, frank theriault knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: I heard that the 23rd is usually the busiest shopping day of the year. I had occasion to enter Toronto's Eaton Centre, the largest downtown mall, and I believe it: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2010/12/mall-madness.html I went in to buy some dental floss at a drugstore, but decided to look elsewhere... Comments welcome. cheers, frank -- Sharpness is a bourgeois concept. -Henri Cartier-Bresson -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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 - Mall Madness
Nice image; I love the feeling of mass confusion (in the shoppers, not in your work). -- Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 7:22 AM, frank theriault knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: I heard that the 23rd is usually the busiest shopping day of the year. I had occasion to enter Toronto's Eaton Centre, the largest downtown mall, and I believe it: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2010/12/mall-madness.html I went in to buy some dental floss at a drugstore, but decided to look elsewhere... Comments welcome. cheers, frank -- Sharpness is a bourgeois concept. -Henri Cartier-Bresson -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
Actually, it was hard to get a smile this day, as it was very cold. You can see it's kind of a wincing smile:-). Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 6:49 AM, David J Brooks wrote: Does that kid ever stop smiling.;-) Merry Christmas to you guys as well Dave On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 6:45 AM, paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
You might consider a non-SLR camera like the Olympus E-PL1 or Panasonic GF-1. These have many of the advantages of an RF but at a much lower price. Both these bodies can also take an optional electronic VF. -Original Message- From: Andrew Allen andrewdall...@gmail.com Sender: pdml-boun...@pdml.net Date: Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:39:56 To: pdml@pdml.net Reply-To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Focal Length Constriction and RF's First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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: PESO - Mall Madness
A nice composition. I like the way you've layered the levels and escalators. Well done. Maybe a touch heavy on the blacks, Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 7:22 AM, frank theriault wrote: I heard that the 23rd is usually the busiest shopping day of the year. I had occasion to enter Toronto's Eaton Centre, the largest downtown mall, and I believe it: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2010/12/mall-madness.html I went in to buy some dental floss at a drugstore, but decided to look elsewhere... Comments welcome. cheers, frank -- Sharpness is a bourgeois concept. -Henri Cartier-Bresson -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 Physics of Photographing Moving Subjects
On 2010-12-24 1:37, Larry Colen wrote: Doug, there should be a every body can see this URL at the bottom of the page, but you're the only one that'll see it. Thanks for the tip Larry. I already had the security set to everyone but posted the wrong link. Here's the one that Facebook claims everyone can see: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=114006l=9facc0f5d0id=11662949948 -- 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: Peso's Two more from the photo drive
Another old barn; http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138864 For some reason this is darker than the LR adjusted frame.?? Snow on trees: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138868 Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
Pretty nice, Paul. Great color. Bill Sawyer -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of paul stenquist Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 6:46 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Merry Christmas from Gracie http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 Physics of Photographing Moving Subjects
On 2010-12-23 23:38, Paul Ewins wrote: [...] During the 1/250 sec each spoke travel a little bit further than the distance to the next spoke. This means there are sections where it has doubled up (i.e. both the current and previous spoke have occupied that position during the exposure) so you get the ghost spokes as well as the uniform blur. I think you've got it, Paul. That certainly explains the situations where I've encountered it. And it is a sort of a temporal moire pattern thing, which I'm pretty sure is the underlying cause in some form. Larry, it doesn't seem so much tied to a particular part of the track as it seems to be tied to some larger set of circumstances. I've seen it at different parts of the track on the same and different cars with the same and different sorts of wheels. If I extrapolate Paul's thinking, it's tied to the combination of the wheel speed, shutter speed, and the specific wheel design (spoke pattern). That seems reasonable based on where and when I've seen it happen. The panning does other weird things to wheel spokes. I've got dozens of shots where the spokes at the top or bottom of the wheel look straight while the ones at the bottom or top look highly curved. The moving shutter slit could affect these, too. I'm sure the moving shutter slit does cause some length telescoping, but I haven't had any racing shots where it was particularly obvious to me. -- 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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
Very nice. Appreciate this now. When my daughter went off, my wife and I were confronted with Xmas cards with just us on them. Instead we have Tracie send us a pic from Benin and we do the two picture card. Of course, i guess we could just go with Baby Jesus and few shepherds. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 8:50 AM, Bill Sawyer wsaw...@twmi.rr.com wrote: Pretty nice, Paul. Great color. Bill Sawyer -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of paul stenquist Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 6:46 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Merry Christmas from Gracie http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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. -- Steve Desjardins -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
Thanks Bill. Merry Christmas. Good to see your name here. Not the best pic of Gracie, but I figured it was at least seasonal. I was down with the flu that day, so I shot it from the back door with my 60-250:-). Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 8:50 AM, Bill Sawyer wrote: Pretty nice, Paul. Great color. Bill Sawyer -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of paul stenquist Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 6:46 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Merry Christmas from Gracie http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Peso's Two more from the photo drive
I really like Broken Barn. It's an interesting scene, nicely framed and composed. The foreground elements help give it scope and depth. Well done. Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 8:38 AM, David J Brooks wrote: Another old barn; http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138864 For some reason this is darker than the LR adjusted frame.?? Snow on trees: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138868 Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: The Physics of Photographing Moving Subjects
On 2010-12-23 23:49, paul stenquist wrote: Too small an image to see what you're referring to -- at least for my old yes. Let's see a wheel at 100%. Here's the 100% view of just that rear wheel: http://nutdriver.org/IMGP2777-wheel-detail.jpg -- 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: Some preliminary observations from my trip
On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 1:54 AM, John Sessoms jsessoms...@nc.rr.com wrote: I carry my K20D on a sniper sling. The controls need stronger detents. I wasted shots because the the camera slipped from Av to Tv or TAv or Sv or X or any other mode except the shooting mode I wanted it to be in. I don't have that problem, but i tend to 'adjust from AF-C, AFS and Manual for no reason. My fingers seem to move the switch a lot for some reason. The rubber eye cup is extremely flimsy. It has torn almost completely off the camera. Either it should be strengthened or the replacement cost should be reduced commensurate with the frequency it's going to require replacement from simple use. Agree here, I have had to replace mine several times. I also learned it does no good to compose your shots. While you're doing so, the machine gunners will knock you down and trample all over you ruining whatever composition you might be attempting. And then they got their feelings hurt when I told them I didn't care to be trampled on while I was trying to compose a shot; that I was somehow anti-social not to value the privilege of being elbowed out of the way by them. Welcome to the wonderful and rewarding world of equestrian photography John. 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. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Same to you, John and all. The menorah on the mantle has been replaced by a Christmas tree in the living room and it's Christmas eve now here in the Upper Midwest. Cloudy and 21F (-6C) here with snow on the ground so we'll have our White Christmas. -p On 12/23/2010 10:28 PM, John Coyle wrote: To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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's Two more from the photo drive
On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 9:01 AM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: I really like Broken Barn. It's an interesting scene, nicely framed and composed. The foreground elements help give it scope and depth. Well done. Paul Thanks Paul. I have shot this one before, but i like this angle the best. Dave On Dec 24, 2010, at 8:38 AM, David J Brooks wrote: Another old barn; http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138864 For some reason this is darker than the LR adjusted frame.?? Snow on trees: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138868 Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Where are you, Paul? On Dec 24, 2010, at 9:15 AM, Paul Sorenson wrote: Same to you, John and all. The menorah on the mantle has been replaced by a Christmas tree in the living room and it's Christmas eve now here in the Upper Midwest. Cloudy and 21F (-6C) here with snow on the ground so we'll have our White Christmas. -p On 12/23/2010 10:28 PM, John Coyle wrote: To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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.
OT Remebering
My sister sent me a document a while ago, written by my Dad's aunt Violet, recounting events in her life, some family history etc. I thought that was a great thing to have and am in the process this Christmas school break into writing my own version for Erin and James to have. I am including Violets for her but including selected paragraphs when needed. Its harder than i thought. Mine is a bit more rambling than Violets but. Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 9:21 AM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Where are you, Paul? One post above yours Dave On Dec 24, 2010, at 9:15 AM, Paul Sorenson wrote: Same to you, John and all. The menorah on the mantle has been replaced by a Christmas tree in the living room and it's Christmas eve now here in the Upper Midwest. Cloudy and 21F (-6C) here with snow on the ground so we'll have our White Christmas. -p On 12/23/2010 10:28 PM, John Coyle wrote: To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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 Physics of Photographing Moving Subjects
You can see some of that effect in these iPhone pictures. http://blog.flickr.net/en/2010/08/24/rolling-rolling-rolling-shutter/ On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 8:49 AM, Doug Franklin jehosep...@mindspring.com wrote: On 2010-12-23 23:38, Paul Ewins wrote: [...] During the 1/250 sec each spoke travel a little bit further than the distance to the next spoke. This means there are sections where it has doubled up (i.e. both the current and previous spoke have occupied that position during the exposure) so you get the ghost spokes as well as the uniform blur. I think you've got it, Paul. That certainly explains the situations where I've encountered it. And it is a sort of a temporal moire pattern thing, which I'm pretty sure is the underlying cause in some form. Larry, it doesn't seem so much tied to a particular part of the track as it seems to be tied to some larger set of circumstances. I've seen it at different parts of the track on the same and different cars with the same and different sorts of wheels. If I extrapolate Paul's thinking, it's tied to the combination of the wheel speed, shutter speed, and the specific wheel design (spoke pattern). That seems reasonable based on where and when I've seen it happen. The panning does other weird things to wheel spokes. I've got dozens of shots where the spokes at the top or bottom of the wheel look straight while the ones at the bottom or top look highly curved. The moving shutter slit could affect these, too. I'm sure the moving shutter slit does cause some length telescoping, but I haven't had any racing shots where it was particularly obvious to me. -- 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. -- David Parsons Photography http://www.davidparsonsphoto.com Aloha Photographer Photoblog http://alohaphotog.blogspot.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.
OT: Fuji X100 viewfinder story
http://www.finepix-x100.com/story/viewfinder Mike Johnson over at TOP found this little 'unpublished' bit of information about the X100's viewfinder. -- David Parsons Photography http://www.davidparsonsphoto.com Aloha Photographer Photoblog http://alohaphotog.blogspot.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
I have been using nothing but my 50mm (shooting film) for more than a year now. Not something I made a conscious commitment to do, it's just how I find I shoot anymore. I would love to have a rangefinder for my walk-around camera. But, like you, budgetary constraints prevents me, though I've been looking real hard at the old Olympus XA or Canonet. Also glad you're sticking with the group. ~nick On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 12:39 AM, Andrew Allen andrewdall...@gmail.com wrote: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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. -- ~Nick David Wright http://www.nickdavidwright.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: Some preliminary observations from my trip
Sounds as though you need a K7 or K5, John... but it wouldn't make other photographers behave any better... Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW --- On Fri, 12/24/10, John Sessoms jsessoms...@nc.rr.com wrote: I carry my K20D on a sniper sling. The controls need stronger detents. I wasted shots because the the camera slipped from Av to Tv or TAv or Sv or X or any other mode except the shooting mode I wanted it to be in. The shake reduction switch moved to off several times as well, and the auto-focus point selection would move from spot to SEL and it would not be the point I wanted. Seemed to move around at random. I even had the battery grip switch move from Off to On take groups of photos because the shutter release on the battery grip was against my side. The random modes the controls would switch to would not give me an acceptable exposure. While I eventually learned I had to make a control check of all these points every time I lifted the camera to shoot, it took time and I was not able to make some shots I wanted because the moment passed while I was still attempting to get the camera returned to a functional mode. The rubber eye cup is extremely flimsy. It has torn almost completely off the camera. Either it should be strengthened or the replacement cost should be reduced commensurate with the frequency it's going to require replacement from simple use. I had none of these problems with the LX by the way. Every time I put it to my eye, the controls were exactly as I had left them the last time I used them. It was *Rock Solid* all the way. I also learned it does no good to compose your shots. While you're doing so, the machine gunners will knock you down and trample all over you ruining whatever composition you might be attempting. And then they got their feelings hurt when I told them I didn't care to be trampled on while I was trying to compose a shot; that I was somehow anti-social not to value the privilege of being elbowed out of the way by them. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
On Dec 24, 2010, at 9:45 AM, Nick David Wright wrote: I have been using nothing but my 50mm (shooting film) for more than a year now. Not something I made a conscious commitment to do, it's just how I find I shoot anymore. I would love to have a rangefinder for my walk-around camera. But, like you, budgetary constraints prevents me, though I've been looking real hard at the old Olympus XA or Canonet. Also glad you're sticking with the group. ~nick Don't forget the thread-mount Leicas. You can usually get a iiiC in user condition for about $200. It takes a bit of effort to learn to load the film in an old Leica, but they're wonderful cameras with outstanding workmanship. Some of those old lenses are great, if you like 1950's desaturated color. And there are plenty of modern lenses available for them as well, including the Pentax 43mm limited. Paul On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 12:39 AM, Andrew Allen andrewdall...@gmail.com wrote: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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. -- ~Nick David Wright http://www.nickdavidwright.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. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 canal is cold again.
Thanks Ken. It wasn't intended as anything other than a record of the frozen canal, but your comments will make me think again next time. Chris -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of Ken Waller Sent: 22 December 2010 20:20 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The canal is cold again. took a quick look at your images - I'll comment on the first two #5212-10 - IMO you've included too much in this image for it to be any more than a documentary of the site. By loosing most of the RH side, making it a portrait orientation (Including the walker, shoreline, the bridge opening the background boat) it becomes a much stronger image. The contents of the RH side is competing with the stronger elements on the LH side. #5209-9 Same general critique applies here - loose about a quarter of the image on the RH side up to a bit right of the bridge openinmg. My $.02 Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: Chris Mitchell chris.mitch...@which.net Subject: GESO: The canal is cold again. 2010 comes to an end as it began. The Grand Union Canal runs close to my house and it's frozen again. Very seasonal, but knowing our weather, it'll probably be thawed by Christmas day. http://www.mitch.myzen.co.uk/ColdCanal2/ Chris PS I just had to include another picture of Christine A's favourite boat... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: December PUG is up
Dec was a very good month..pictorially! Joyous Holiday wishes to all! Jack --- On Fri, 12/24/10, David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: From: David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com Subject: Re: December PUG is up To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Date: Friday, December 24, 2010, 5:12 AM Thanks for putting up with us. Dave On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 9:23 PM, Scott Loveless sdlovel...@gmail.com wrote: The December PUG is up. http://pug.komkon.org/ It's been an honor, and thanks for putting up with me. Happy holidays. -- Scott (over and out) Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/fivetoedsloth/ __o _'\,_ (*)/ (*) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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.
OT: Readability
Anyone here using it? I find it useful. It doesn't work on mail, or on most home pages, but when you find an article you want to read, you just click the Readability bookmark, and ads disappear and the fonts and margins adjust to your preferences. Try it out. http://lab.arc90.com/experiments/readability/ -- Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
Thanks, Paul! Same to your beautiful loved ones! Jack --- On Fri, 12/24/10, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: From: Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net Subject: Re: Merry Christmas from Gracie To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Date: Friday, December 24, 2010, 5:59 AM Thanks Bill. Merry Christmas. Good to see your name here. Not the best pic of Gracie, but I figured it was at least seasonal. I was down with the flu that day, so I shot it from the back door with my 60-250:-). Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 8:50 AM, Bill Sawyer wrote: Pretty nice, Paul. Great color. Bill Sawyer -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of paul stenquist Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 6:46 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Merry Christmas from Gracie http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Peso's Two more from the photo drive
Good images. I especially like the barn. You could call it Brokeback Barn or Brokeback Farm. Dan -- Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 8:38 AM, David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: Another old barn; http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138864 For some reason this is darker than the LR adjusted frame.?? Snow on trees: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138868 Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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 - Facade
Rick Womer wrote: Continuing (in fits and starts) the Paris series: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12094373size=lg (K7, DA 16-45) Rick Good symmetry with tension from the closed shutter. Nicely executed. Would have been so much better if you'd hired a platform and got level with it :-) Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Holiday Wishes
Merry Christmas and a peaceful, joyous new year to all! Jack -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 Remebering
Dave, That's a worthy task. I have a 25 year old video of my grandfather and great uncle discussing how things were in the old days. Precious. You might want to read your thoughts onto a video. Regards, Bob S. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 8:22 AM, David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: My sister sent me a document a while ago, written by my Dad's aunt Violet, recounting events in her life, some family history etc. I thought that was a great thing to have and am in the process this Christmas school break into writing my own version for Erin and James to have. I am including Violets for her but including selected paragraphs when needed. Its harder than i thought. Mine is a bit more rambling than Violets but. Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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.
GESO 2010 - 130-139 - GDG
Hallo, I've posted a gallery of ten photos made on my morning walk yesterday morning, Dec 23, 2010. Here is a slide show for your entertainment: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/sets/72157625536643359/show/ And a link to the set front page if the slideshow has problems: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/sets/72157625536643359/ All photos made with the Olympus E-5 fitted with ZD 35mm f/3.5 Macro. Thanks for looking, comments always appreciated. Godfrey http://godfreydigiorgi.posterous.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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Ken, You're being an old curmegon. :-) Some of us don't celebrate Christmas. Instead, we wish folks Happy Holidays. Regards, Bob S. On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 11:49 PM, Ken Waller kwal...@peoplepc.com wrote: Thanks John And a very Merry Christmas to all. FYI - In the U. S. currently, its very un P C to say Merry Christmas - we're supposed to say Happy Holiday -BOOO Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: John Coyle jco...@iinet.net.au Subject: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: PPG VOTING
On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 8:38 PM, paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Perhaps I will spend some time voting again. I haven't voted or submitted in at least a couple years. But it's been a busy time for me. I decided to start voting again as well after 6 months (been horribly busy until today when I submitted my last major project for this year...you can tell that I am posting a lot). There is this Polish guy who has a great eye but keeps submitting his photos framed and watermarked (that's how I guessed he's Polish; I should write his name when I see his photo go by). I guess something was lost in the translation; I wish someone would help him out; his photos are great! -- Bong Manayon http://www.bong.uni.cc -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 2010 - 130-139 - GDG
Well done. A nice set. Old Friends and Sunlight Strikes the Olive Grove are my favorites. Dancers Leap is the only one that doesn't quite work for me. Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 10:46 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Hallo, I've posted a gallery of ten photos made on my morning walk yesterday morning, Dec 23, 2010. Here is a slide show for your entertainment: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/sets/72157625536643359/show/ And a link to the set front page if the slideshow has problems: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/sets/72157625536643359/ All photos made with the Olympus E-5 fitted with ZD 35mm f/3.5 Macro. Thanks for looking, comments always appreciated. Godfrey http://godfreydigiorgi.posterous.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.
Film is Really Dead ;-)
Check out this iPhone App. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hipstamatic/id342115564?s=143441ls=1 -- Steve Desjardins -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: December PUG is up
It funny of how a PUG wiht rejected in the title is so good. No favs to point out; just consistently good shots. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 10:01 AM, Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com wrote: Dec was a very good month..pictorially! Joyous Holiday wishes to all! Jack --- On Fri, 12/24/10, David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: From: David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com Subject: Re: December PUG is up To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Date: Friday, December 24, 2010, 5:12 AM Thanks for putting up with us. Dave On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 9:23 PM, Scott Loveless sdlovel...@gmail.com wrote: The December PUG is up. http://pug.komkon.org/ It's been an honor, and thanks for putting up with me. Happy holidays. -- Scott (over and out) Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/fivetoedsloth/ __o _'\,_ (*)/ (*) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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. -- Steve Desjardins -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Basic image editing
Shot my first batch of RAW images a week ago on a trip to Pittsburgh occasioned by a death in the family. With Paul Sorenson's help I've gotten them out of the camera and onto the computer using a LR import preset he had recommended. I'm a bit disappointed in what I see. Almost nothing is really sharp. Much is not sharp at all. It seems to be my biggest challenge at the moment. That said, I understand RAW allows more leeway for making post-capture corrections. There are some images I like that are a little to a lot underexposed. There is one whole group, in which I'm especially interested, that were shot at ISO 3200. I have absolutely no idea where to start. There are so many things that can be changed, I have no idea what the names of most of them mean -- hue? saturation? luminance? A video that Paul recommended to me -- it was about the preset he uses -- suggests that there are a few especially critical parameters that might improve these images significantly, and provide me a place to start learning. I'm open to suggestions about things to try. Thanks, --- Eric Weir Decatur, GA USA eew...@bellsouth.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: Some preliminary observations from my trip
Definitely. The compact K5/7 metal body imparts more damage when you smack somebody with it. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 9:48 AM, Rick Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: Sounds as though you need a K7 or K5, John... but it wouldn't make other photographers behave any better... Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW --- On Fri, 12/24/10, John Sessoms jsessoms...@nc.rr.com wrote: I carry my K20D on a sniper sling. The controls need stronger detents. I wasted shots because the the camera slipped from Av to Tv or TAv or Sv or X or any other mode except the shooting mode I wanted it to be in. The shake reduction switch moved to off several times as well, and the auto-focus point selection would move from spot to SEL and it would not be the point I wanted. Seemed to move around at random. I even had the battery grip switch move from Off to On take groups of photos because the shutter release on the battery grip was against my side. The random modes the controls would switch to would not give me an acceptable exposure. While I eventually learned I had to make a control check of all these points every time I lifted the camera to shoot, it took time and I was not able to make some shots I wanted because the moment passed while I was still attempting to get the camera returned to a functional mode. The rubber eye cup is extremely flimsy. It has torn almost completely off the camera. Either it should be strengthened or the replacement cost should be reduced commensurate with the frequency it's going to require replacement from simple use. I had none of these problems with the LX by the way. Every time I put it to my eye, the controls were exactly as I had left them the last time I used them. It was *Rock Solid* all the way. I also learned it does no good to compose your shots. While you're doing so, the machine gunners will knock you down and trample all over you ruining whatever composition you might be attempting. And then they got their feelings hurt when I told them I didn't care to be trampled on while I was trying to compose a shot; that I was somehow anti-social not to value the privilege of being elbowed out of the way by them. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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. -- Steve Desjardins -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
My all-time favorite classic rangefinder is the Canon G-III QL17. Very inexpensive and a lens which is quite good -- 40mm 1.7. They go $50 in pretty good shape. Just use a 675 battery for proper voltage/metering. Another option might be a simpler rangefinder like the Olympus XA. 35/2.8. Also inexpensive. A76 battery. If you would like more electronics with it, there is the Contax T2. 38mm f2.8. Certainly the nicest point-and-shoot I've ever used. 123A battery. And you can always spend a bundle on a Leica. If you'd like the versatility of digital and a rangefinder together, with lens interchangability, there is the Leica D-Lux for $TooMuch, or its $500 Panasonic equivalent. I think I got this with with a Canon G-III: http://www.brendemuehl.net/images/nufsaid.html My favorite characteristic is that the viewfinder shows you extra -- this allows you to see what is coming in and shoot accordingly. It's just a fraction of a second, but it helps. And it is so light-weight that you can take it anywhere. The only issue is finding 48mm filters, but that's not a really big deal. Sincerely, Collin Brendemuehl http://kerygmainstitute.org He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose -- Jim Elliott Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Basic image editing
Were you able to sharpen them? There's nothing special about RAW that would cause them not to be sharp, except of course that the camera doesn't really sharpen them. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 11:00 AM, Eric Weir eew...@bellsouth.net wrote: Shot my first batch of RAW images a week ago on a trip to Pittsburgh occasioned by a death in the family. With Paul Sorenson's help I've gotten them out of the camera and onto the computer using a LR import preset he had recommended. I'm a bit disappointed in what I see. Almost nothing is really sharp. Much is not sharp at all. It seems to be my biggest challenge at the moment. That said, I understand RAW allows more leeway for making post-capture corrections. There are some images I like that are a little to a lot underexposed. There is one whole group, in which I'm especially interested, that were shot at ISO 3200. I have absolutely no idea where to start. There are so many things that can be changed, I have no idea what the names of most of them mean -- hue? saturation? luminance? A video that Paul recommended to me -- it was about the preset he uses -- suggests that there are a few especially critical parameters that might improve these images significantly, and provide me a place to start learning. I'm open to suggestions about things to try. Thanks, --- Eric Weir Decatur, GA USA eew...@bellsouth.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. -- Steve Desjardins -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
Paul, Merry Christmas to you, Gracie, and the family. Regards, Bob S. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 5:45 AM, paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: GESO 2010 - 130-139 - GDG
I really like the white half column shot. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 10:46 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi ramar...@mac.com wrote: Hallo, I've posted a gallery of ten photos made on my morning walk yesterday morning, Dec 23, 2010. Here is a slide show for your entertainment: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/sets/72157625536643359/show/ And a link to the set front page if the slideshow has problems: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/sets/72157625536643359/ All photos made with the Olympus E-5 fitted with ZD 35mm f/3.5 Macro. Thanks for looking, comments always appreciated. Godfrey http://godfreydigiorgi.posterous.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. -- Steve Desjardins -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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's Two more from the photo drive
Dave, Nice work, especially the barn. Like Paul says, the composition with the empty field in front is good. Regards, Bob S. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 7:38 AM, David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: Another old barn; http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138864 For some reason this is darker than the LR adjusted frame.?? Snow on trees: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138868 Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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: Basic image editing
On Dec 24, 2010, at 11:07 AM, Steven Desjardins wrote: Were you able to sharpen them? Other than the settings that were changed by the import preset, I've played around with one poorly focused and exposed image just to see if I could get a sense of what various things do. I was able to get out a little noise. I didn't try sharpening. [Didn't come across it.] The rest is still pretty hazy. There's nothing special about RAW that would cause them not to be sharp, except of course that the camera doesn't really sharpen them. I take full responsibility for the lack of focus, though I think -- I hope -- that what I took to be lack of focus in the images shot at ISO 3200 is at least partly noise that may be able to be reduced somewhat. There was one image, one of the ones shot at 3200, that I was hopeful for when viewed in the LCD that I'm really disappointed in. I get very few sharp images. It's where I'm most challenged. Thanks, -- Eric Weir Decatur, GA USA eew...@bellsouth.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
Fortunately for me, most of what I shoot can be captured in the 40mm-55mm range (in 35mm camera terms). There are a lot of reasons to use an RF for street photography, including smaller size, quieter shutter, no shutter lag, and quick manual focusing on a spot that you want to be in focus. As for film type RFs out there now, there are only a few...Leica, Zeiss, and Voigtlander. The latter two are made by Cosina in Japan. Stephen Gandy's web site is a great resource for RF cameras. www.cameraquest.com Jeffery On Dec 24, 2010, at 12:39 AM, Andrew Allen wrote: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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.
I'm back
Both our PC's died over the past month or so. We bit the bullet and bought a Macbook as a family Christmas present. It wouldn't connect to the 7 year old router so Time Warner had to come out and replace it so we could go wireless. So far I'm pleased with the Mac Bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: I'm back
Good choice. I never even bother to turn on my Dell. Jeffery On Dec 24, 2010, at 10:34 AM, Bill Owens wrote: Both our PC's died over the past month or so. We bit the bullet and bought a Macbook as a family Christmas present. It wouldn't connect to the 7 year old router so Time Warner had to come out and replace it so we could go wireless. So far I'm pleased with the Mac Bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Basic image editing
On Dec 24, 2010, at 11:00 AM, Eric Weir wrote: Shot my first batch of RAW images a week ago on a trip to Pittsburgh occasioned by a death in the family. With Paul Sorenson's help I've gotten them out of the camera and onto the computer using a LR import preset he had recommended. I'm a bit disappointed in what I see. Almost nothing is really sharp. Much is not sharp at all. It seems to be my biggest challenge at the moment. That said, I understand RAW allows more leeway for making post-capture corrections. There are some images I like that are a little to a lot underexposed. There is one whole group, in which I'm especially interested, that were shot at ISO 3200. I have absolutely no idea where to start. There are so many things that can be changed, I have no idea what the names of most of them mean -- hue? saturation? luminance? Think about what each tag means, make big adjustments and watch the results. You can always restore the default. For example, hue, it means the direction in which the overall color leans. Go one way, and you'll get more magenta. Go the other way, you'll get more green. Saturation: How saturated is the color? More saturation will give you more colorful colors -- if you'll excuse the redundancy. Luminance; Although I'm an ACR user and not a lightroom user, I would guess this gives you more midrange brightness, much like the brightness knob in ACR. (Don't know why Adobe doesn't use the same terminology.) But make an adjustment and watch. Paul A video that Paul recommended to me -- it was about the preset he uses -- suggests that there are a few especially critical parameters that might improve these images significantly, and provide me a place to start learning. I'm open to suggestions about things to try. Thanks, --- Eric Weir Decatur, GA USA eew...@bellsouth.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. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: I'm back
Welcome back, Bill! Great to see you posting. It's a Christmas present for the list! Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 11:34 AM, Bill Owens wrote: Both our PC's died over the past month or so. We bit the bullet and bought a Macbook as a family Christmas present. It wouldn't connect to the 7 year old router so Time Warner had to come out and replace it so we could go wireless. So far I'm pleased with the Mac Bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Basic image editing
On Dec 24, 2010, at 11:46 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: Think about what each tag means, make big adjustments and watch the results. You can always restore the default. For example, hue, it means the direction in which the overall color leans. Go one way, and you'll get more magenta. Go the other way, you'll get more green. Saturation: How saturated is the color? More saturation will give you more colorful colors -- if you'll excuse the redundancy. Luminance; Although I'm an ACR user and not a lightroom user, I would guess this gives you more midrange brightness, much like the brightness knob in ACR. (Don't know why Adobe doesn't use the same terminology.) But make an adjustment and watch. Thanks, Paul. I guess experience -- especially if it includes experimenting -- will teach me. As mentioned in a previous response, I did fiddle with the knobs with one especially awful image. [I figured I couldn't make it worse.] It's an unsalvageable image, but I was able to improve it in some ways. Good that I can always go back to the default. Which raises another question: When I make changes to an image in LR, do I need to save them, or are the saved automatically? -- Eric Weir Decatur, GA USA eew...@bellsouth.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: Basic image editing
On Dec 24, 2010, at 11:52 AM, Eric Weir wrote: On Dec 24, 2010, at 11:46 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: Think about what each tag means, make big adjustments and watch the results. You can always restore the default. For example, hue, it means the direction in which the overall color leans. Go one way, and you'll get more magenta. Go the other way, you'll get more green. Saturation: How saturated is the color? More saturation will give you more colorful colors -- if you'll excuse the redundancy. Luminance; Although I'm an ACR user and not a lightroom user, I would guess this gives you more midrange brightness, much like the brightness knob in ACR. (Don't know why Adobe doesn't use the same terminology.) But make an adjustment and watch. Thanks, Paul. I guess experience -- especially if it includes experimenting -- will teach me. As mentioned in a previous response, I did fiddle with the knobs with one especially awful image. [I figured I couldn't make it worse.] It's an unsalvageable image, but I was able to improve it in some ways. Good that I can always go back to the default. Which raises another question: When I make changes to an image in LR, do I need to save them, or are the saved automatically? I'll leave that question for a lightroom user. In ACR, changes to the RAW are only saved if you click done or open the RAW and save it as a tiff, jpeg or psd file. -- Eric Weir Decatur, GA USA eew...@bellsouth.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. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Facade
Chris, Ordinarily I would have, but I didn't want to keep my wife waiting... Merry Christmas, Rick --- On Fri, 12/24/10, Chris Mitchell chris.mitch...@which.net wrote: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12094373size=lg (K7, DA 16-45) Rick Good symmetry with tension from the closed shutter. Nicely executed. Would have been so much better if you'd hired a platform and got level with it :-) Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PESO - Rodin Museum
The Musee Rodin in Paris was a disappointment. Philadelphia has the largest Rodin collection outside Paris, but the sculptures are all bronzes. When we visited the Musee Rodin in 1981, it was wonderful to see all of the great works in marble. Last month, though, the place was almost stripped--I have no idea why. It was also jammed with people. So, my keenly anticipated sculpture shooting was very limited. The building, though, has some nice bits. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12094376 (K7, FA 24-90) Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all, Rick -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: I'm back
Hey Bill. How's it going? On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 11:48 AM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Welcome back, Bill! Great to see you posting. It's a Christmas present for the list! Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 11:34 AM, Bill Owens wrote: Both our PC's died over the past month or so. We bit the bullet and bought a Macbook as a family Christmas present. It wouldn't connect to the 7 year old router so Time Warner had to come out and replace it so we could go wireless. So far I'm pleased with the Mac Bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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. -- Steve Desjardins -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
New Berlin, WI - A west suburb of Milwaukee. -p On 12/24/2010 8:21 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: Where are you, Paul? On Dec 24, 2010, at 9:15 AM, Paul Sorenson wrote: Same to you, John and all. The menorah on the mantle has been replaced by a Christmas tree in the living room and it's Christmas eve now here in the Upper Midwest. Cloudy and 21F (-6C) here with snow on the ground so we'll have our White Christmas. -p On 12/23/2010 10:28 PM, John Coyle wrote: To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 Remebering
Dave, That's something we should ALL be doing, else it gets lost so quickly. -p On 12/24/2010 8:22 AM, David J Brooks wrote: My sister sent me a document a while ago, written by my Dad's aunt Violet, recounting events in her life, some family history etc. I thought that was a great thing to have and am in the process this Christmas school break into writing my own version for Erin and James to have. I am including Violets for her but including selected paragraphs when needed. Its harder than i thought. Mine is a bit more rambling than Violets but. 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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
Happy Holidays to you too, Paul. Gracie looks cute as ever. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 5:45 AM Subject: Merry Christmas from Gracie http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Holiday Wishes
Same to you, Jack. I suspect it will be a k5 New Year for you, no? :-) Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 9:21 AM Subject: Holiday Wishes Merry Christmas and a peaceful, joyous new year to all! Jack -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Basic image editing
- Original Message - From: Eric Weir eew...@bellsouth.net Which raises another question: When I make changes to an image in LR, do I need to save them, or are the saved automatically? HI Eric: No, when you are done processing your RAW image, everything is automatically saved. There's no save button to click. But also remember that with Lightroom, if you come back to a RAW image, and don't like what you've done, just click the reset button and it will go back to the original RAW image. You can do this as many times as you want. 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.
Re: Fuji X100 viewfinder story
That's a very pretty camera. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: David Parsons parsons.da...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 8:35 AM Subject: OT: Fuji X100 viewfinder story http://www.finepix-x100.com/story/viewfinder Mike Johnson over at TOP found this little 'unpublished' bit of information about the X100's viewfinder. -- David Parsons Photography http://www.davidparsonsphoto.com Aloha Photographer Photoblog http://alohaphotog.blogspot.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: Basic image editing
On Dec 24, 2010, at 12:36 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: No, when you are done processing your RAW image, everything is automatically saved. There's no save button to click. But also remember that with Lightroom, if you come back to a RAW image, and don't like what you've done, just click the reset button and it will go back to the original RAW image. You can do this as many times as you want. Thanks, Christine. Good news -- on both counts. -- Eric Weir Decatur, GA USA eew...@bellsouth.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.
LOLtographers
http://icanhascheezburger.com/2010/12/24/funny-pictures-i-love-photographers/ Usually, their photos and captions are about cats, but this one's about photographers ... no cats included. -- 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: OT Remebering
My great aunt Inni did this as well; it proved to be an entertaining read. She had such a way of finagling the truth; she portrayed us as one big virtuous happy family, rather than the minor outlaws some of us actually were. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com To: Pentax Discuss pdml@pdml.net Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 8:22 AM Subject: OT Remebering My sister sent me a document a while ago, written by my Dad's aunt Violet, recounting events in her life, some family history etc. I thought that was a great thing to have and am in the process this Christmas school break into writing my own version for Erin and James to have. I am including Violets for her but including selected paragraphs when needed. Its harder than i thought. Mine is a bit more rambling than Violets but. Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, 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 - Mall Madness
Composition catches the energy perfectly, Frank. Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: frank theriault knarftheria...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net Sent: Friday, December 24, 2010 6:22 AM Subject: PESO - Mall Madness I heard that the 23rd is usually the busiest shopping day of the year. I had occasion to enter Toronto's Eaton Centre, the largest downtown mall, and I believe it: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2010/12/mall-madness.html I went in to buy some dental floss at a drugstore, but decided to look elsewhere... Comments welcome. cheers, frank -- Sharpness is a bourgeois concept. -Henri Cartier-Bresson -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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.
Happy Holidays PDML!
Well, what a year! A bunch of us met in Chicago at our exhibition, which I would say was a success, we posted beautiful pictures, and engaged in all sorts of online mischief. Looking forward to more of the same next year. http://www.caguila.com/caguila/pdmlxmas2010/content/_IGP5247_large.html p.s. With camera on the tripod and mirror lock-up in remote, I triggered the shutter at the same time I flashed *the modeling light* on the 360 flash, which I held high to the right of the camera, bouncing the light off the ceiling. As you all know, you don't need the flash attached to the camera in any way to trigger the modeling light. I read of a photographer using this set-up with an environmental portrait shoot he had. I thought I'd give it a try here. I adjusted my white balance in camera using the 1st test shot, and then went for it. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Been there, back in my Chicago days. Nice town, if I remember correctly. (That was 31 years ago, so I may not remember correctly. In fact, I may not remember yesterday correctly:-). Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 12:21 PM, Paul Sorenson wrote: New Berlin, WI - A west suburb of Milwaukee. -p On 12/24/2010 8:21 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: Where are you, Paul? On Dec 24, 2010, at 9:15 AM, Paul Sorenson wrote: Same to you, John and all. The menorah on the mantle has been replaced by a Christmas tree in the living room and it's Christmas eve now here in the Upper Midwest. Cloudy and 21F (-6C) here with snow on the ground so we'll have our White Christmas. -p On 12/23/2010 10:28 PM, John Coyle wrote: To all who celebrate, and for those who don't - enjoy the break anyway! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia - where it's already Christmas Eve, warm and wet! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Happy Holidays PDML!
Fun photo. Happy holidays to you as well. Hope to make the next major PDML outing. It's never easy to carve out time, but I'll keep trying. Paul On Dec 24, 2010, at 1:02 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: Well, what a year! A bunch of us met in Chicago at our exhibition, which I would say was a success, we posted beautiful pictures, and engaged in all sorts of online mischief. Looking forward to more of the same next year. http://www.caguila.com/caguila/pdmlxmas2010/content/_IGP5247_large.html p.s. With camera on the tripod and mirror lock-up in remote, I triggered the shutter at the same time I flashed *the modeling light* on the 360 flash, which I held high to the right of the camera, bouncing the light off the ceiling. As you all know, you don't need the flash attached to the camera in any way to trigger the modeling light. I read of a photographer using this set-up with an environmental portrait shoot he had. I thought I'd give it a try here. I adjusted my white balance in camera using the 1st test shot, and then went for it. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 (sorta): Camera condition assessment
Becomes patina when you try to buy. Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: Steven Desjardins drd1...@gmail.com Subject: Re: OT (sorta): Camera condition assessment Gunk. Atomic Symbol Gk. Bonds to everything, never really separates. When you try to sell the object, it becomes Patina (Pi). Really just an isotope of Gk: same number of protons, more $$$'s. On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 12:54 AM, kwal...@peoplepc.com wrote: Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: John Sessoms jsessoms...@nc.rr.com Subject: RE: OT (sorta): Camera condition assessment From: Charles Robinson Just checked on my repair status at C.R.I.S. and I was amused/worried by the entries in the field labeled Equipment Condition. It's clear that I don't baby my camera - I *use* it: SCRATCHES; DINGS; SCUFFS; BOTTOM CASING EDGES/CORNERS DINGED/WORN; GUNK UNDER BATTERY DOOR IN SCREWS ;SCUFFS AROUND FOCUS DRIVE RING Ouch! And that's with only a half-year of use. FWIW, I have no idea what the gunk is. Dirt, sweat petroleum by-products mixed together. Generic term for the sort of stuff you might find under your finger-nails after working on your car. Also the name of a hand cleaner. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Some preliminary observations from my trip
Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: John Sessoms jsessoms...@nc.rr.com Subject: Some preliminary observations from my trip I carry my K20D on a sniper sling. The controls need stronger detents. Sounds like you need a looser/bigger sniper sling. I wasted shots because the the camera slipped from Av to Tv or TAv or Sv or X or any other mode except the shooting mode I wanted it to be in. The shake reduction switch moved to off several times as well, and the auto-focus point selection would move from spot to SEL and it would not be the point I wanted. Seemed to move around at random. I even had the battery grip switch move from Off to On take groups of photos because the shutter release on the battery grip was against my side. The random modes the controls would switch to would not give me an acceptable exposure. While I eventually learned I had to make a control check of all these points every time I lifted the camera to shoot, it took time and I was not able to make some shots I wanted because the moment passed while I was still attempting to get the camera returned to a functional mode. The rubber eye cup is extremely flimsy. It has torn almost completely off the camera. Either it should be strengthened or the replacement cost should be reduced commensurate with the frequency it's going to require replacement from simple use. I had none of these problems with the LX by the way. Every time I put it to my eye, the controls were exactly as I had left them the last time I used them. Most of the features that got changed don't exist on an LX. It was *Rock Solid* all the way. I also learned it does no good to compose your shots. While you're doing so, the machine gunners will knock you down and trample all over you ruining whatever composition you might be attempting. What was the makeup of the group? I've done alot of workshops with up to 12 participants yeah a few are a**holes but most are considerate the pro made sure we all got our turn. And then they got their feelings hurt when I told them I didn't care to be trampled on while I was trying to compose a shot; that I was somehow anti-social not to value the privilege of being elbowed out of the way by them. Initially when I ran into this phenom I made sure I got in front of the a**holes to get the shot. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Great Blue
Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net Subject: Re: PESO - Great Blue On Dec 24, 2010, at 12:35 AM, Ken Waller wrote: Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net Subject: Re: PESO - Great Blue On Dec 23, 2010, at 5:08 PM, Jack Davis wrote: Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Birds states; Great Blue Heron's are migratory where waters freeze. They range from North America, except in the northern tundra areas, to northern South America. Would lead me to believe that they do migrate if the temp reaching freezing.(?) Our streams and rivers don't freeze, so the herons may hang around. Paul According to my 'Birds of Michigan field guide' the great Blue Heron migrates to southern states - it shows no winter range in Michigan. Perhaps he was a Canadian heron on a stopover. When he took off, he headed south. Paul Or maybe he was just Marching/Flying to a different drum. I've never noticed one on completely frozen over bodies of water - partially frozen yes. Jack --- On Thu, 12/23/10, Bob Sullivan rf.sulli...@gmail.com wrote: From: Bob Sullivan rf.sulli...@gmail.com Subject: Re: PESO - Great Blue To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Date: Thursday, December 23, 2010, 1:41 PM Paul, I assumed they head for warmer climates. I've never seen one after the snow falls. And I don't think they are ice fishermen. Maybe Ann will know. Regards, Bob S. On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 3:37 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Thanks Bob. Do Herons normally fly south? I'm no bird expert. Paul On Dec 23, 2010, at 4:28 PM, Bob Sullivan wrote: Paul, Fantastic! A heron in snow. Somebody's got to remind him to go south. Excellent catch! Regards, Bob S. On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 1:42 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: I spotted this guy standing in the Rouge River on my way home from one store this morning. Had to stop home then make a second trip, so I picked up my K5, which already had the DA* 60-250 mounted. I figured he'd be gone, but to my surprise, he hung around. This is cropped to about 40% of frame. The A 400/5.6 might have been a better choice, although 40% of the 60-250 frame might be better than 80% of the A400 frame, as the latter tends to CA. ISO 400, f5.6 @ 1/500th, 250mm http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12135673size=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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
Sounds like a decent digital P+S would fill your need without breaking the bank. Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: AlunFoto alunf...@gmail.com Subject: Re: Focal Length Constriction and RF's Andrew, I have never owned an RF, but when I see people wielding Leicas and similar, it's usually with prime lenses. I have sometimes been tempted to buy an RF as a walkabout, but find that I can do just as well with a DSLR and one of the DA or FA Limited primes. To me, the 21mm is just about perfect, with its AOV almost like a 28mm lens on 35mm film. That said, my shots are all over the normal range too, and my most used lens is the normal zoom. Currently that is the 16-50/2.8 which is a bit on the heavy side for casual and walkabout shooting, but if I reckon I will need a zoom, I bring it. I find it hard to think of the normal range as constrained, though... :-) Jostein 2010/12/24 Andrew Allen andrewdall...@gmail.com: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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: Merry Christmas from Gracie
And Merry Christmas to you, Gracie the rest of the Stenquists. A great digital Christmas Card! Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: paul stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net Subject: Merry Christmas from Gracie http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=12138510 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 11:05 AM, Collin Brendemuehl coll...@brendemuehl.net wrote: My all-time favorite classic rangefinder is the Canon G-III QL17. Very inexpensive and a lens which is quite good -- 40mm 1.7. They go $50 in pretty good shape. Just use a 675 battery for proper voltage/metering. I also shot with the Canonet quite a bit, and really liked it. I found another advantage with the rangefinder. With a SLR, what you see through the viewfinder is typically through the wide-open lens. The result is that the background in the photograph will usually be more cluttered than it appears in the finder. With a rangefinder, the opposite is true; everything is sharp in the viewfinder, and some of it will end up blurrier in the photograph. For me, the RF made me more aware of distracting backgrounds, and forced me to better compose the photo to isolate the primary subject. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: December PUG is up
What Dave said. Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com Subject: Re: December PUG is up Thanks for putting up with us. Dave On Thu, Dec 23, 2010 at 9:23 PM, Scott Loveless sdlovel...@gmail.com wrote: The December PUG is up. http://pug.komkon.org/ It's been an honor, and thanks for putting up with me. Happy holidays. -- Scott (over and out) Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/fivetoedsloth/ __o _'\,_ (*)/ (*) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Mall Madness
Aptly titled - sure captures the season (unfortunately). Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: frank theriault knarftheria...@gmail.com Subject: PESO - Mall Madness I heard that the 23rd is usually the busiest shopping day of the year. I had occasion to enter Toronto's Eaton Centre, the largest downtown mall, and I believe it: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2010/12/mall-madness.html I went in to buy some dental floss at a drugstore, but decided to look elsewhere... Comments welcome. cheers, frank -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Focal Length Constriction and RF's
Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info Subject: Re: Focal Length Constriction and RF's Short answer to your question: yes, I find myself using a fairly narrow range of focal lengths. But the longer answer is that the range varies according to where I am and what I am doing. If I am wandering through a museum or local street fair, I'll have the 16-50 on the camera and nothing else with me. If I am in a marketplace in Guatemala or Costa Rica, where I am being more intentional about the photography aspect of my visit, I'll probably have the 21/2.8 on one camera, 55/1.4 on the other. Or 16-50/2.8 on one, 77/1.8 on the other. But if I am in the Costa Rican rain forest or a Missouri National Wildlife Refuge, I'll have my 300/4.5 on one camera and the 60-250 on the other. My general rule of thumb is that for me cityscapes and people = shorter lenses, and more open spaces = much wider or much longer lenses. I think we all evolve a shooting style and develop a preference for the use of certain lenses. 15 years ago, I was in a comfortable rut, shooting mostly 50mm with an occasional 135mm telephoto shot thrown in. Then when I joined the PDML (12 years ago?) I was exposed to people who raved about their long lenses and the ability to isolate details in a scene. And others who were equally voluble in praise of their wide angle lenses. Its a heck of alot harder to pull off a great landscape shot with a wide lens IMO. I bought a 17-28mm SMC F years ago because of that challange have yet to accomplish that result ! I never have owned a 35mm lens as far as I can recall. I had the 31mm Limited and hardly used it and didn't replace it when it was stolen. I had a 28mm but never used it. But then I got a FA* 24/2.0 and started to change my notions about wide angle. I think that is a great portrait lens! And then I got a 20/2.8. Meanwhile I kept getting longer lenses as well. So many choices, so little time! stan On Dec 24, 2010, at 1:39 AM, Andrew Allen wrote: First, let me say thank you to those who e-mailed me with suggestions on how to enjoy this mailing list and send some specific messages straight to the circular file. That being said, I suppose one must have a thick skin when dealing with any 'open' internet forum. Back to photography, I was wondering if anyone has the same affliction I do; that is, using certain focal lengths almost exclusively. I find that 90% of my needs are covered by the rough range of 24mm - 85mm (this being a 35mm equivalent range). That is wide through portrait - clearly, I don't do any birding or serious sports work. Recently, I had a friend told me I should try out a RF for my needs - of course I'd love an M9 - but I've yet to win the lottery. Any thoughts on this focal length constriction, and the use of a RF for street shooting versus a DSLR? -- Andrew Allen Freelance Photographer and Writer www.andrewallenphoto.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.
