PESO -- Dock Sitter
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20docksitter.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) Notes: BW rendering with Virtual Red filter applied. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Rails North
G'day all I seem to be on a railway theme lately... This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html Comments, of course, most welcome. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Access your email from home and the web -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
Sorry - forgot the 'PESO' in the subject line. G'day all I seem to be on a railway theme lately... This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html Comments, of course, most welcome. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Access your email from home and the web -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Dock Sitter
I like the composition, but is that a crack in the water on the left? Regards, Bob S. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 2:57 AM, P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20docksitter.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) Notes: BW rendering with Virtual Red filter applied. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Rails North
Brian, A classic shot in beautiful light. The golden lighting makes the open country beautiful. Regards, Bob S. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 6:06 AM, Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm wrote: G'day all I seem to be on a railway theme lately... This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html Comments, of course, most welcome. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Access your email from home and the web -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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.
16-50 sunshade replacement
Hello Larry, there is a DIY repair instruction on the net for loose sun shades. You build up the worn out plastic by successfully applying three or four coats of epoxy on the inner diameter of the sun shade. Make sure the first layer has dried before you apply a fresh coat. You need to put some epoxy carefully on the locking lugs at the sides too. Remove extra epoxy build-up with a tooth pick. If by chance the sun shade becomes too tight, use zero emery to get some of the epoxy out. Enjoy the project Larry, and save some money. Bipin -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
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Re: PESO -- Chopper
Looks sharp enough to me. Then again I've been known to have rather low standards in that department. ;-) Nice pic. Cheers, Frank --- Original Message --- From: P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com Sent: November 20, 2011 11/20/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: PESO -- Chopper On 11/20/2011 7:33 PM, Brian Walters wrote: On Sunday, November 20, 2011 11:20 AM, P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: From yesterday, the crowd was buzzed by an angry giant dragonfly... http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20chopper.html Notes: Not quite as sharp as I'd have liked it to be, could be due to the fact that I forgot to enter the correct focal length. The AS system thought that this was shot a 70mm while the actual focal length was more like 350mm. Equipment: Pentax K20D w/smc Pentax F 70-210 f4.0~5.6 w/smc Pentax F 1.7x AF adapter. I was expecting something like this: http://www.moviecritic.com.au/images/chopper-eric-bana.jpg Helicopters are difficult (for me anyway). Trying to get a shutter speed slow enough to give the blades a nice blur but fast enough to get a sharp fuselage while panning is something I haven't mastered. As you can tell neither have I... Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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- Dam...
I took a job of shooting for a local power company's collateral (annual report, calendars, brochures...), in particular a dam. Doing prior research, I found online that some of top local photographers have been there on club photowalks. While shooting, I asked the PR person what's the deal if a camera club or my class in college toured the place to shoot. She said they would welcome that, except the catch is that it can only be done between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (security reasons blah...) and come to think of it, most of the photos I found online of the dam were daytime shots. So you mean no one has ever taken night shots of this place? No one; but if you want to, you're welcome... I was back 4:00AM... http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/photos/share/20168131#.TspQOirLrxc.gmail :-) -- Bong Manayon http://bong.manayon.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: PESO -- Dock Sitter
It's a wooden pole rammed into the bottom mud marking a mooring or maybe used to gauge the tide. I've seen them used for either purpose. On 11/21/2011 9:03 AM, Bob Sullivan wrote: I like the composition, but is that a crack in the water on the left? Regards, Bob S. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 2:57 AM, P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20docksitter.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) Notes: BW rendering with Virtual Red filter applied. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Dock Sitter
Now that I look at it, It is kind of unfortunate that the pole's top ends at the horizon line, I guess I could clone it out. On 11/21/2011 10:32 AM, P. J. Alling wrote: It's a wooden pole rammed into the bottom mud marking a mooring or maybe used to gauge the tide. I've seen them used for either purpose. On 11/21/2011 9:03 AM, Bob Sullivan wrote: I like the composition, but is that a crack in the water on the left? Regards, Bob S. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 2:57 AM, P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20docksitter.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) Notes: BW rendering with Virtual Red filter applied. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Rails North
Well I loved the rail station one... this one is just a tad oversaturated for my taste.. though I like the geometry ann On 11/21/2011 07:06, Brian Walters wrote: G'day all I seem to be on a railway theme lately... This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html Comments, of course, most welcome. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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- Dam...
I wondered if that was yours! I gave it a thumbs up yesterday like it a lot ann On 11/21/2011 09:36, Bong Manayon wrote: I took a job of shooting for a local power company's collateral (annual report, calendars, brochures...), in particular a dam. Doing prior research, I found online that some of top local photographers have been there on club photowalks. While shooting, I asked the PR person what's the deal if a camera club or my class in college toured the place to shoot. She said they would welcome that, except the catch is that it can only be done between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (security reasons blah...) and come to think of it, most of the photos I found online of the dam were daytime shots. So you mean no one has ever taken night shots of this place? No one; but if you want to, you're welcome... I was back 4:00AM... http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/photos/share/20168131#.TspQOirLrxc.gmail :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Dock Sitter
On 11/21/2011 10:44, P. J. Alling wrote: Now that I look at it, It is kind of unfortunate that the pole's top ends at the horizon line, I guess I could clone it out. That might be a good use of photoshop ... it looks like a hair got on the negative :-) I agree with Bob ann On 11/21/2011 10:32 AM, P. J. Alling wrote: It's a wooden pole rammed into the bottom mud marking a mooring or maybe used to gauge the tide. I've seen them used for either purpose. On 11/21/2011 9:03 AM, Bob Sullivan wrote: I like the composition, but is that a crack in the water on the left? Regards, Bob S. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 2:57 AM, P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20docksitter.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) Notes: BW rendering with Virtual Red filter applied. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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- Dam...
Nice, Bong! Earlier (first) shot especially nice. They ought to be pleased. Jack From: Bong Manayon bongmana...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Monday, November 21, 2011 6:36 AM Subject: PESO- Dam... I took a job of shooting for a local power company's collateral (annual report, calendars, brochures...), in particular a dam. Doing prior research, I found online that some of top local photographers have been there on club photowalks. While shooting, I asked the PR person what's the deal if a camera club or my class in college toured the place to shoot. She said they would welcome that, except the catch is that it can only be done between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (security reasons blah...) and come to think of it, most of the photos I found online of the dam were daytime shots. So you mean no one has ever taken night shots of this place? No one; but if you want to, you're welcome... I was back 4:00AM... http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/photos/share/20168131#.TspQOirLrxc.gmail :-) -- Bong Manayon http://bong.manayon.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: GESO - Occupy Toronto
on 2011-11-20 20:16 frank theriault wrote Most of these were taken the day that city police started eviction proceedings, so the mood was somewhat sullen and the place was crawling with reporters. The protesters went to court and got an injunction staying the eviction until a full hearing. They're still there as of today. Here are a few images taken with the phone camera: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2011/11/occupy-toronto-gallery-of-images.html interesting, delicate survey of the scene, and a document that seems like it will be worth another look in years to come; smart of Toronto to set up porta-potties -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
on 2011-11-21 05:08 Brian Walters wrote This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html i've enjoyed the other photos as documents of an interesting place; this one, with its intensity of color and radial image, leads me to a contemplative metaphor of detachment and the journey toward death -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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- Dam...
on 2011-11-21 07:36 Bong Manayon wrote So you mean no one has ever taken night shots of this place? No one; but if you want to, you're welcome... I was back 4:00AM... http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/photos/share/20168131#.TspQOirLrxc.gmail a nice shot, and a good story -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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- Dam...
Terrific. Great composition. Very powerful. Paul On Nov 21, 2011, at 9:36 AM, Bong Manayon wrote: I took a job of shooting for a local power company's collateral (annual report, calendars, brochures...), in particular a dam. Doing prior research, I found online that some of top local photographers have been there on club photowalks. While shooting, I asked the PR person what's the deal if a camera club or my class in college toured the place to shoot. She said they would welcome that, except the catch is that it can only be done between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (security reasons blah...) and come to think of it, most of the photos I found online of the dam were daytime shots. So you mean no one has ever taken night shots of this place? No one; but if you want to, you're welcome... I was back 4:00AM... http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/photos/share/20168131#.TspQOirLrxc.gmail :-) -- Bong Manayon http://bong.manayon.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 - Rails North
Steve, Is there something yoou want to tell us about? Regards, Bob S. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 10:31 AM, steve harley p...@paper-ape.com wrote: on 2011-11-21 05:08 Brian Walters wrote This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html i've enjoyed the other photos as documents of an interesting place; this one, with its intensity of color and radial image, leads me to a contemplative metaphor of detachment and the journey toward death -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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.
PPG voting deja vu
I uploaded five pics to the gallery a couple of weeks ago and never looked at them again. Busy days around here. Anyway, I took a look this morning, opened one or two, and discovered to my dismay that they were yukky. (Yukky is a technical term relative to tonality:-) I soon realized I had failed to convert them to SRGB before uploading. I've now done that, and reloaded. So if you think you're experiencing voting deja vu, that is why. Yes, you have seen that pic before, but it is, hopefully, less yukky this time around. Paul -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Dock Sitter
PJ, Maybe you want to use the clone tool to get rid of that one and a smaller one in the center. They end up looking like hairs on a slide scan. :-( (...or the sensor) Regards, Bob S. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 9:32 AM, P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: It's a wooden pole rammed into the bottom mud marking a mooring or maybe used to gauge the tide. I've seen them used for either purpose. On 11/21/2011 9:03 AM, Bob Sullivan wrote: I like the composition, but is that a crack in the water on the left? Regards, Bob S. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 2:57 AM, P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20docksitter.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) Notes: BW rendering with Virtual Red filter applied. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 Lady in the Church
Thanks Knarf Christine. As I do my year-end review this is one of my favorites and will certainly end up in my 2012 calender. Message: 11 Date: Sun, 20 Nov 2011 02:59:38 + (UTC) From: knarftheria...@gmail.com knarftheria...@gmail.com To: \Pentax-Discuss Mail List\ pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The Lady in the Church Message-ID: 635018727.5278.1321757981655.javamail.se...@ap6.p2.fra.samsungsocialhub.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 I agree with Christine. It's a beautiful photo. I especially like that the outside is so visible through the windows, along with her serene look. Wonderful! cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: Christine Aguila christ...@caguila.com Sent: November 19, 2011 11/19/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The Lady in the Church On Nov 14, 2011, at 1:47 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: I very much liked Ann's slant of light photo. And it reminded me of something I took this spring that I meant to post sooner. Here it is: http://donspix.posterous.com/#!/ That is very nice, Don! Great job on the lighting. 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: The Lady in the Church
Thanks Bob S, Rick Brian. Much appreciated. From: Bob Sullivan rf.sulli...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The Lady in the Church Message-ID: caodncb3wp3yno-m6yhb5c3fbetqaxq0vweqhyz843dwctax...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Yes, but you could get even closer. Regards, Bob S. _ Excellent composition and lighting, Don. ?I really like it. Rick ? http://photo.net/photos/RickW ___ From: Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The Lady in the Church Message-ID: 1321308725.16752.140660998898...@webmail.messagingengine.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii On Monday, November 14, 2011 1:47 PM, Don Guthrie shark50...@gmail.com wrote: I very much liked Ann's slant of light photo. And it reminded me of something I took this spring that I meant to post sooner. Here it is: http://donspix.posterous.com/#!/ Very well done, Don. Excellent composition. Cheers Brian -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
on 2011-11-21 09:54 Bob Sullivan wrote Steve, Is there something yoou want to tell us about? hmm, not in the way you're suggesting ... in addition to waiting for the first hard freeze (we still have phlox, gazanias, mums and mallow blooming, as well as arugula and spinach ready to eat), i've been looking at a lot of art lately: in addition to the Roberta Price show i mentioned earlier, the Clyfford Still Museum opened in Denver Friday, and put me in a mood for deep meanings; also checked out the very non-abstract _Hard Ground_ from the library — Tom Waits' poems aren't that strong, but the portraits are cause for reflection http://pentagram.com/en/new/2011/01/new-work-hard-ground.php -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Wanted 43mm limited lens cap.
That cap is almost exactly the diameter of an old plastic 35mm film container. I bet some crafty person could make a cap. GS George Sinos gsi...@gmail.com www.georgesphotos.net plus.georgesinos.com On Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 7:38 PM, Jim King jamesk8...@mac.com wrote: P. J. Alling wrote on Sun, 20 Nov 2011 16:54:35 -0800 Yes, I lost the damned thing. Anyone with a spare that they're willing to sell, barter, trade, or give away outright, can contact me off or on for the amusement of the kiddies, on list. BH has this lens cap listed: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/161976-REG/Pentax_31703_49mm_Metal_Lens_Cap.html At $44.00 it ain't cheap, but what can you do? Regards, Jim -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of steve harley Is there something yoou want to tell us about? hmm, not in the way you're suggesting ... in addition to waiting for the first hard freeze (we still have phlox, gazanias, mums and mallow blooming, I've not been feeling well either [...] checked out the very non-abstract _Hard Ground_ from the library — Tom Waits' poems aren't that strong, but the portraits are cause for reflection http://pentagram.com/en/new/2011/01/new-work-hard-ground.php Very strong portraits those. When I read 'homeless people' my heart sank and I thought 'oh god, here we go again, usual easy cliches', but in fact they reminded me strongly of 19th-century anthropological photos, with all their racialist and colonialist overtones, and they make you look again at your own feelings towards people in such situations - particularly in a country like the USA. I do wonder, though, about the selection editing process. Does he choose people with a particular type of face and head, are does the experience make everyone look like that? B -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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- Dam...
Ralf is going to hate you. Very nice photo. I like the way the light is centered. Of the two shots in PPG, I like the one with darker skies best. On Nov 21, 2011, at 6:36 AM, Bong Manayon wrote: I took a job of shooting for a local power company's collateral (annual report, calendars, brochures...), in particular a dam. Doing prior research, I found online that some of top local photographers have been there on club photowalks. While shooting, I asked the PR person what's the deal if a camera club or my class in college toured the place to shoot. She said they would welcome that, except the catch is that it can only be done between 8:00AM to 5:00PM (security reasons blah...) and come to think of it, most of the photos I found online of the dam were daytime shots. So you mean no one has ever taken night shots of this place? No one; but if you want to, you're welcome... I was back 4:00AM... http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/photos/share/20168131#.TspQOirLrxc.gmail :-) -- Bong Manayon http://bong.manayon.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. -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com sent from i4est -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: 16-50 sunshade replacement
On Nov 21, 2011, at 6:16 AM, Bipin Gupta wrote: Hello Larry, there is a DIY repair instruction on the net for loose sun shades. You build up the worn out plastic by successfully applying three or four coats of epoxy on the inner diameter of the sun shade. Make sure the first layer has dried before you apply a fresh coat. You need to put some epoxy carefully on the locking lugs at the sides too. Remove extra epoxy build-up with a tooth pick. If by chance the sun shade becomes too tight, use zero emery to get some of the epoxy out. Enjoy the project Larry, and save some money. Thanks for the suggestion. I'll try that. Bipin -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com sent from i4est -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
F 50 f/1.7 or FA 50 f/1.7?
Hi- What do I gain with a FA series lens, over an F series lens for a K5? Any thoughts on a DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited vs. one of the 50mm f/1.7s? Cheers Mike -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: F 50 f/1.7 or FA 50 f/1.7?
On 11/21/2011 10:57 AM, Michael Beacom wrote: Hi- What do I gain with a FA series lens, over an F series lens for a K5? Any thoughts on a DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited vs. one of the 50mm f/1.7s? The DA40/2.8 is one of my favorite lenses. I bought it because it's small. I keep it on my K-x because it is small, and that gives me an SLR that I can fit in a coat pocket. But, I love it for the photos it produces. I find 50mm to be a bit of an awkward length on APS. Too narrow for standard, to short for tele. I have an M 50/1.7, which I took a couple shots with when I was buying it (for a stupidly cheap price) but haven't used it since. It's a really nice piece of glass, I just almost never find myself reaching for that focal length. When I need speed, I'd use the 50, otherwise I'd use the 40. Cheers Mike -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com (from dos4est) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PPG -- Déjà vu all over again
There was an exceptionally strong set of images up for voting on the PPG this afternoon. Many of the images were also very familiar: Grace on her skateboard, the church that is Sellin' Out, that wonderful portrait of a guitar player . . . . . Looked like a bunch of recycled PESOs, but also the best selection I've seen since the PPG opened up again! Dan 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: PPG voting deja vu
I saw them just a few minutes ago, and posted under a very similar subject line. They looked quite good. I do not recall seeing the earlier ones; I would have remembered if I did. In any evern, everyone log into the PPG and vote for these entries -- they deserve our support. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 11:55 AM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: I uploaded five pics to the gallery a couple of weeks ago and never looked at them again. Busy days around here. Anyway, I took a look this morning, opened one or two, and discovered to my dismay that they were yukky. (Yukky is a technical term relative to tonality:-) I soon realized I had failed to convert them to SRGB before uploading. I've now done that, and reloaded. So if you think you're experiencing voting deja vu, that is why. Yes, you have seen that pic before, but it is, hopefully, less yukky this time around. Paul -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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.
In Step
This is my first attempt at street photography. Or at least the 1st one I felt like posting. Comments plus or minus? http://flic.kr/p/aEhvLa -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: In Step
On 11/21/2011 12:33 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: This is my first attempt at street photography. Or at least the 1st one I felt like posting. Comments plus or minus? I like the in step aspect of it. On my display too much shadow detail is lost and it seems that most of the interesting bits are just a dark and jumbled mess. I'd have liked to seen it a few seconds later when they were in front of the do not enter sign and the statue. -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com (from dos4est) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: F 50 f/1.7 or FA 50 f/1.7?
Just to agree with Larry that the 40mm Limited is an awfully damn useful little lens. Also, with a K-5, the number of times when you need a lens faster than 2.8 is becoming a smaller and smaller niche. -T On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 11:11 AM, Larry Colen l...@red4est.com wrote: On 11/21/2011 10:57 AM, Michael Beacom wrote: Hi- What do I gain with a FA series lens, over an F series lens for a K5? Any thoughts on a DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited vs. one of the 50mm f/1.7s? The DA40/2.8 is one of my favorite lenses. I bought it because it's small. I keep it on my K-x because it is small, and that gives me an SLR that I can fit in a coat pocket. But, I love it for the photos it produces. I find 50mm to be a bit of an awkward length on APS. Too narrow for standard, to short for tele. I have an M 50/1.7, which I took a couple shots with when I was buying it (for a stupidly cheap price) but haven't used it since. It's a really nice piece of glass, I just almost never find myself reaching for that focal length. When I need speed, I'd use the 50, otherwise I'd use the 40. Cheers Mike -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com (from dos4est) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: In Step
I like the couple walking along in step. If you could clone them out and place them against an interesting background? stan On Nov 21, 2011, at 3:33 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: This is my first attempt at street photography. Or at least the 1st one I felt like posting. Comments plus or minus? http://flic.kr/p/aEhvLa -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: In Step
From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of Don Guthrie This is my first attempt at street photography. Or at least the 1st one I felt like posting. Comments plus or minus? http://flic.kr/p/aEhvLa it's a street for sore eyes. Superb - could be by one of the greats, in my opinion. Not just the fact that they're in step, but their relationship to the statue, the formality of it all and the mystery. Great shot. B -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 Lady in the Church
Consider this picture for the PDML annual as well. Cheers, Christine On Nov 21, 2011, at 11:16 AM, Don Guthrie shark50...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks Knarf Christine. As I do my year-end review this is one of my favorites and will certainly end up in my 2012 calender. Message: 11 Date: Sun, 20 Nov 2011 02:59:38 + (UTC) From: knarftheria...@gmail.com knarftheria...@gmail.com To: \Pentax-Discuss Mail List\ pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The Lady in the Church Message-ID: 635018727.5278.1321757981655.javamail.se...@ap6.p2.fra.samsungsocialhub.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 I agree with Christine. It's a beautiful photo. I especially like that the outside is so visible through the windows, along with her serene look. Wonderful! cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: Christine Aguila christ...@caguila.com Sent: November 19, 2011 11/19/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: The Lady in the Church On Nov 14, 2011, at 1:47 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: I very much liked Ann's slant of light photo. And it reminded me of something I took this spring that I meant to post sooner. Here it is: http://donspix.posterous.com/#!/ That is very nice, Don! Great job on the lighting. Cheers, Christine -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: F 50 f/1.7 or FA 50 f/1.7?
Michael Beacom wrote: What do I gain with a FA series lens, over an F series lens for a K5? The FA series lens has a slightly deeper focus ring, making manual focusing easier. They're optically identical. Any thoughts on a DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited vs. one of the 50mm f/1.7s? I've never used the DA 40... but it's a lot smaller and one-and-a-third stops slower! :) -- Mark Roberts - Photography Multimedia www.robertstech.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: PPG -- Déjà vu all over again
Thanks Dan. Much appreciated. On Nov 21, 2011, at 3:16 PM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: There was an exceptionally strong set of images up for voting on the PPG this afternoon. Many of the images were also very familiar: Grace on her skateboard, the church that is Sellin' Out, that wonderful portrait of a guitar player . . . . . Looked like a bunch of recycled PESOs, but also the best selection I've seen since the PPG opened up again! Dan 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. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Occupy Toronto
I doubt the city provided the portable loos. I heard the protesters have received a number of donations from unions and other sympathetic organizations. The city wants them out pronto. In fact a local judge ruled today that the city has the right to give the protesters the boot, so it will be interesting to see what happens now. Thanks for your kind words and thanks to Ann, Bob, Christine and everyone who looked. Cheers , frank --- Original Message --- From: steve harley p...@paper-ape.com Sent: November 21, 2011 11/21/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: GESO - Occupy Toronto on 2011-11-20 20:16 frank theriault wrote Most of these were taken the day that city police started eviction proceedings, so the mood was somewhat sullen and the place was crawling with reporters. The protesters went to court and got an injunction staying the eviction until a full hearing. They're still there as of today. Here are a few images taken with the phone camera: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2011/11/occupy-toronto-gallery-of-images.html interesting, delicate survey of the scene, and a document that seems like it will be worth another look in years to come; smart of Toronto to set up porta-potties -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
Gorgeous! cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm Sent: November 21, 2011 11/21/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: PESO - Rails North Sorry - forgot the 'PESO' in the subject line. G'day all I seem to be on a railway theme lately... This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html Comments, of course, most welcome. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Access your email from home and the web -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Dock Sitter
Very nice! cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com Sent: November 21, 2011 11/21/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: PESO -- Dock Sitter http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20docksitter.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) Notes: BW rendering with Virtual Red filter applied. As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Semi Pro
Wonderful! You're right. The girl's expression ( and body language) make it. Cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com Sent: November 20, 2011 11/20/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: PESO -- Semi Pro It's always somewhat annoying yet gratifying when a throwaway shot works out. Annoying because the shot you spend 1/2 an hour setting up somehow just doesn't work and the quick snap of something interesting blows it away. Well this is one of those. I had to spend a couple of hours in Stony Creek, CT today. (the PESO I posted earlier was from the same batch of photos), and while stalking the waterfront spied another photographer taking photos of a couple of kids. Never let it be said that I won't take advantage of an other's work... I just shot a few photos of the guy and his assistant and got this, the little girls expresion makes it. (Click the initial image for a close up). http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20semipro.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 (Komine) As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Occupy Toronto
Good series of shots here Frank. Dave On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 5:03 PM, knarftheria...@gmail.com knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: I doubt the city provided the portable loos. I heard the protesters have received a number of donations from unions and other sympathetic organizations. The city wants them out pronto. In fact a local judge ruled today that the city has the right to give the protesters the boot, so it will be interesting to see what happens now. Thanks for your kind words and thanks to Ann, Bob, Christine and everyone who looked. Cheers , frank --- Original Message --- From: steve harley p...@paper-ape.com Sent: November 21, 2011 11/21/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: GESO - Occupy Toronto on 2011-11-20 20:16 frank theriault wrote Most of these were taken the day that city police started eviction proceedings, so the mood was somewhat sullen and the place was crawling with reporters. The protesters went to court and got an injunction staying the eviction until a full hearing. They're still there as of today. Here are a few images taken with the phone camera: http://knarfinthecity.blogspot.com/2011/11/occupy-toronto-gallery-of-images.html interesting, delicate survey of the scene, and a document that seems like it will be worth another look in years to come; smart of Toronto to set up porta-potties -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Semi Pro
Very nice shot Pj. Dave On Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 7:30 PM, P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: It's always somewhat annoying yet gratifying when a throwaway shot works out. Annoying because the shot you spend 1/2 an hour setting up somehow just doesn't work and the quick snap of something interesting blows it away. Well this is one of those. I had to spend a couple of hours in Stony Creek, CT today. (the PESO I posted earlier was from the same batch of photos), and while stalking the waterfront spied another photographer taking photos of a couple of kids. Never let it be said that I won't take advantage of an other's work... I just shot a few photos of the guy and his assistant and got this, the little girls expresion makes it. (Click the initial image for a close up). http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20semipro.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 (Komine) As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Rails North
Great shot, great lighting and feel to it Dave On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 7:06 AM, Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm wrote: G'day all I seem to be on a railway theme lately... This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html Comments, of course, most welcome. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Access your email from home and the web -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Pentax today
On Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 7:28 PM, David Parsons parsons.da...@gmail.com wrote: Do they have the Canadian language firmware on the US and European sites? Yes, you can see it when it asks you what colour option you want.:-) Dave On Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 6:58 PM, William Robb anotherdrunken...@gmail.com wrote: On 20/11/2011 5:28 PM, Joseph McAllister wrote: So I will keep my product paperwork with me at all times, and trust that Pentax will update my firmware through the ether when they get around to it. You do realize that Pentax USA isn't the only Pentax website in existence. When I find the Pentax Canada site to be too slow, or gives timeouts, I try the Pentax Imaging (USA) or one of the European websites. Generally I can manage to get a firmware upgrade without too much trouble. For example, yesterday I upgraded my Q Zoom firmware from Pentax Canada. Perhaps you should try a little cross border web surfing. I'm pretty sure we have Mac computers up here in sufficient quantity for Pentax to support it, and if not, email me offlist and I'll send you the unpacked bin file that is needed. -- William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- 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. -- 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: In Step
Doesn't quite work for me, Don Nice to catch them in step but they aren't such interesting people - the rest of the scene isn't attractive - which is fine, but it also isn't ugly enough to make that point. Just rather ordinary. If the walkers were closer to the do not enter sign and that inset statue were clearer it would be more interesting. I'm thinking there is something about the person in the sculpture/relief thing of some interest however, this one, next to it in your queue - I really like :-) IMGP9105 ann On 11/21/2011 15:33, Don Guthrie wrote: This is my first attempt at street photography. Or at least the 1st one I felt like posting. Comments plus or minus? http://flic.kr/p/aEhvLa -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
On 11/21/2011 11:31, steve harley wrote: on 2011-11-21 05:08 Brian Walters wrote This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html i've enjoyed the other photos as documents of an interesting place; this one, with its intensity of color and radial image, leads me to a contemplative metaphor of detachment and the journey toward death Well that would have to be an image called rail south ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: 16-50 sunshade replacement
From: Larry Colen On Nov 21, 2011, at 6:16 AM, Bipin Gupta wrote: Hello Larry, there is a DIY repair instruction on the net for loose sun shades. You build up the worn out plastic by successfully applying three or four coats of epoxy on the inner diameter of the sun shade. Make sure the first layer has dried before you apply a fresh coat. You need to put some epoxy carefully on the locking lugs at the sides too. Remove extra epoxy build-up with a tooth pick. If by chance the sun shade becomes too tight, use zero emery to get some of the epoxy out. Enjoy the project Larry, and save some money. Thanks for the suggestion. I'll try that. Just be sure to allow the epoxy to dry completely before testing for fit. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
On 11/21/2011 13:02, steve harley wrote: on 2011-11-21 09:54 Bob Sullivan wrote Steve, Is there something yoou want to tell us about? hmm, not in the way you're suggesting ... in addition to waiting for the first hard freeze (we still have phlox, gazanias, mums and mallow blooming, as well as arugula and spinach ready to eat), i've been looking at a lot of art lately: in addition to the Roberta Price show i mentioned earlier, the Clyfford Still Museum opened in Denver Friday, and put me in a mood for deep meanings; also checked out the very non-abstract _Hard Ground_ from the library — Tom Waits' poems aren't that strong, but the portraits are cause for reflection http://pentagram.com/en/new/2011/01/new-work-hard-ground.php Oh that kind of photography just sticks in my craw - totally demeaning to the subjects and so much more about the photographers artyfarty style than the people. I can't see the poems, but I always liked Tom Waits' lyrics (The Piano was Drinking , comes immediately to mind) ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PAW98 - More Concrete
http://www.thrane.name/Pictures/PAW/files/page7-1000-full.html K-5, DA70mm, 1/100s, f/10, ISO100. DagT http://www.thrane.name/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: PAW98 - More Concrete
http://www.thrane.name/Pictures/PAW/files/page7-1000-full.html K-5, DA70mm, 1/100s, f/10, ISO100. DagT http://www.thrane.name/ that's wonderful. Very noir and foreboding. B -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
On Monday, November 21, 2011 9:31 AM, steve harley p...@paper-ape.com wrote: on 2011-11-21 05:08 Brian Walters wrote This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html i've enjoyed the other photos as documents of an interesting place; this one, with its intensity of color and radial image, leads me to a contemplative metaphor of detachment and the journey toward death Thanks Steve. If I ever put on an exhibition, I'll ask you to write the captions. Of course, I've I'd remained in that place for too long, death may well have been a reality. Thanks also Bob, Keith, Frank, Ann, Dave. Ann - I know what you mean about the over saturated look - it was in my mind when I posted the image. Those straw coloured grasses do exhibit a golden glow in the low-angled sunlight (despite what I said in the posting, the sun hadn't quite gone below the horizon). I'll look at toning the gold down just a tad. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Send your email first class -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Wanted 43mm limited lens cap.
Actually the cap, which on the 43mm limited, slides on over the front of the lens hood, is almost exactly the same size as the metal slip on hoods on lenses with 52mm filter threads. The caps that are almost the same size of a film cap are for the DA 40mm lens. I don't happen to have one of those. On 11/21/2011 1:11 PM, George Sinos wrote: That cap is almost exactly the diameter of an old plastic 35mm film container. I bet some crafty person could make a cap. GS George Sinos gsi...@gmail.com www.georgesphotos.net plus.georgesinos.com On Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 7:38 PM, Jim Kingjamesk8...@mac.com wrote: P. J. Alling wrote on Sun, 20 Nov 2011 16:54:35 -0800 Yes, I lost the damned thing. Anyone with a spare that they're willing to sell, barter, trade, or give away outright, can contact me off or on for the amusement of the kiddies, on list. BH has this lens cap listed: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/161976-REG/Pentax_31703_49mm_Metal_Lens_Cap.html At $44.00 it ain't cheap, but what can you do? Regards, Jim -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: PAW98 - More Concrete
On Tuesday, November 22, 2011 12:13 AM, DagT li...@thrane.name wrote: http://www.thrane.name/Pictures/PAW/files/page7-1000-full.html K-5, DA70mm, 1/100s, f/10, ISO100. Excellent geometrical composition and the approaching shadow adds a sinister overtone. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Or how I learned to stop worrying and love email again -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: F 50 f/1.7 or FA 50 f/1.7?
Not much really, the FA has a chip that communicates more data about the Lens which is used in various program modes. The lenses themselves are pretty much the same optical formula as as are the M and A 50mm f1.7 only the coatings have had any real changes since the f1.7 introduction in the early 70's. You may however save yourself a bit of coin buying the FA as the F is quite a bit rarer than the FA and is often more expensive. On 11/21/2011 1:57 PM, Michael Beacom wrote: Hi- What do I gain with a FA series lens, over an F series lens for a K5? Any thoughts on a DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited vs. one of the 50mm f/1.7s? Cheers Mike -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: PAW98 - More Concrete
DagT wrote: http://www.thrane.name/Pictures/PAW/files/page7-1000-full.html K-5, DA70mm, 1/100s, f/10, ISO100. Love it. The shadow on the left makes this shot. -- Mark Roberts - Photography Multimedia www.robertstech.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: F 50 f/1.7 or FA 50 f/1.7?
Igor has some good Pentax stuff, including one af 50/1.7. http://www.igorcamera.com/pentax.htm Sincerely, Collin Brendemuehl He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose -- Jim Elliott -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: F 50 f/1.7 or FA 50 f/1.7?
Thanks All- I'm leaning to the 40 mm Limited, since I have an M 50 f/1.4. I like the 40 mm's small size, and don't feel that f/2.8 is a limiting factor when paired with the K5. Plus, the better resolution of the K5 allows tighter crops, for those times I really needed a 50mm lens. (I better take the 35-80 zoom out, and simulate the cropping idea first...) Cheers Mike On Nov 21, 2011, at 2:11 PM, Larry Colen wrote: On 11/21/2011 10:57 AM, Michael Beacom wrote: Hi- What do I gain with a FA series lens, over an F series lens for a K5? Any thoughts on a DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited vs. one of the 50mm f/1.7s? The DA40/2.8 is one of my favorite lenses. I bought it because it's small. I keep it on my K-x because it is small, and that gives me an SLR that I can fit in a coat pocket. But, I love it for the photos it produces. I find 50mm to be a bit of an awkward length on APS. Too narrow for standard, to short for tele. I have an M 50/1.7, which I took a couple shots with when I was buying it (for a stupidly cheap price) but haven't used it since. It's a really nice piece of glass, I just almost never find myself reaching for that focal length. When I need speed, I'd use the 50, otherwise I'd use the 40. Cheers Mike -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com (from dos4est) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Rails North
That is an outstanding picture -T On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 4:08 AM, Brian Walters supera1...@fastmail.fm wrote: Sorry - forgot the 'PESO' in the subject line. G'day all I seem to be on a railway theme lately... This is the main railway line north - taken at Marla in the South Australian outback just after sunset. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1370864/PESO/slides/_IGP2215a-peso.html Comments, of course, most welcome. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- -- http://www.fastmail.fm - Access your email from home and the web -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: PAW98 - More Concrete
This one has a great air of mystery about it. Superb! cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: DagT li...@thrane.name Sent: November 21, 2011 11/21/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: PAW98 - More Concrete http://www.thrane.name/Pictures/PAW/files/page7-1000-full.html K-5, DA70mm, 1/100s, f/10, ISO100. DagT http://www.thrane.name/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: PAW98 - More Concrete
nice one, Dag ann On 11/21/2011 18:13, DagT wrote: http://www.thrane.name/Pictures/PAW/files/page7-1000-full.html K-5, DA70mm, 1/100s, f/10, ISO100. DagT http://www.thrane.name/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Heresy
When taking art photography, long ago, The Professor* would have considered this to be compete dreck, but I don't have to care what he thinks and though I didn't really intend to post this it's kind of grown on me. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20heresy.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. *Capitalized and in quotes because he was certainly full of himself, however I expect that to get an A in his class you'd need three important criteria, that I missed on at least two points. Two X chromosomes, an empty worshipful expression, and adaptable morals... -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 -- Heresy
I think its pretty ann On 11/21/2011 23:43, P. J. Alling wrote: When taking art photography, long ago, The Professor* would have considered this to be compete dreck, but I don't have to care what he thinks and though I didn't really intend to post this it's kind of grown on me. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20heresy.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 (Komine) As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. *Capitalized and in quotes because he was certainly full of himself, however I expect that to get an A in his class you'd need three important criteria, that I missed on at least two points. Two X chromosomes, an empty worshipful expression, and adaptable morals... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Rocky tops
A couple of snaps with the pocket cam while flying over the Rockies: https://plus.google.com/photos/107606703558161507946/albums/5677285917234558209 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Bird, Post, and Castle
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20birdbookandcastle.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
PESO: The Monk
http://blogs.delphiforums.com/n/blogs/blog.aspx?nav=mainwebtag=djm1963entry=161 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: Bird, Post, and Castle
On Nov 21, 2011, at 21:15 , P. J. Alling wrote: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20birdbookandcastle.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. Likealot! 4 all the usual reasons... Joseph McAllister pentax...@mac.com I couldn't remember most of what I know today if it weren't for others sharing their knowledge of my past on the Internet. Thank you… -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: F 50 f/1.7 or FA 50 f/1.7?
On Nov 21, 2011, at 6:31 PM, Michael Beacom wrote: Thanks All- I'm leaning to the 40 mm Limited, since I have an M 50 f/1.4. I like the 40 mm's small size, and don't feel that f/2.8 is a limiting factor when paired with the K5. Plus, the better resolution of the K5 allows tighter crops, for those times I really needed a 50mm lens. (I better take the 35-80 zoom out, and simulate the cropping idea first...) Note that you can always crop 40 to get the field of view of a 50, but If you already have a 50/1.4, the 40 will get you a lot more functionality than a 50/1.7. -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com sent from i4est -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 - Occupy Toronto
On Nov 22, 2011, at 11:03 AM, knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: I doubt the city provided the portable loos. I heard the protesters have received a number of donations from unions and other sympathetic organizations. The city wants them out pronto. In fact a local judge ruled today that the city has the right to give the protesters the boot, so it will be interesting to see what happens now. We've had much the same issue in a few of our cities. The councils served trespass notices and the police said they wanted nothing to do with it. I haven't been paying much attention so I don't know if there have been further developments. The protesters in my city camped in a silly place where nobody really notices them. I think in your case the authorities just need to wait as they'd have to be pretty hard to camp over winter. 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: PESO: The Monk
A superb portrait! There's a serenity about him, in his eyes and in his body language. The light definitely works well here to enhance that feeling. It seems that he maintains his calm among the folks chatting around him. Terrific photo. Cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: Daniel J. Matyola danmaty...@gmail.com Sent: November 22, 2011 11/22/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: PESO: The Monk http://blogs.delphiforums.com/n/blogs/blog.aspx?nav=mainwebtag=djm1963entry=161 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. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Bird, Post, and Castle
Wonderful. Cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com Sent: November 22, 2011 11/22/11 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Bird, Post, and Castle http://dl.dropbox.com/u/1604247/PESO/PESO%20--%20birdbookandcastle.html Equipment: Pentax K20D w/vmc Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f2.8~4.0 As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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.
What are you working on to improve your photography?
On another photo forum I occasionally hang out on, someone posted What are your pet peeves in photography that you see other photographers do?, and boy was there a lot of responses of people gleefully putting others down. My feeling is that all that crappy photographers do is make my photos seem that much better in comparison. What peeves me is when I'm shooting someplace with someone else, and they get much better photos than I do. What I think is a much more productive question to discuss, is what you are doing, or have you done, to improve your own photography? Are you practicing hand held shots at low shutter speeds? Taking test shots without using the light meter to get a feel for what light gives what exposures? Spending a month shooting with only one prime lens at a time? Posting PESOs to be ridiculed by the gang on PDML? -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com (from dos4est) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.