Re: manually focusing a DSLR
From: "Cory Papenfuss" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I've got a -DS (pentaprism) that I used for about 9 months with a > variety of manual-focus lenses as-is. It was OK, but definately could be > challenging to get the focus right. Since I've installed a split-prism > focus screen, I haven't had anymore troubles. Cory, Which split-prism focusing screen did you install. I've had some out of focus shots, especially with my A50/1.4 and want to look at changing the focusing screen. Thanks, Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Epson R2400 problem
From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I've already made in the neighborhood of 100 prints with my Epson > R2400. I'm using the same setup as described by Godders and others here > -- Photoshop is determining color. All the prints matched my monitor > perfectly. Until today. Suddenly, from one print to the next, I'm > getting dark muddy colors. It alsmost looks like I'm printing with a > fill layer over the images. I tried files I had already printed. Same > thing. I've done a nozzle clean and check and have restarted both > computer and printer. Any ideas or suggestions? Paul, I've no experience with your printer. I would make one suggestion. Try printing a purge page: http://www.inksupply.com/purging.cfm It would be interesting to see what each cartridge puts out individually. I wonder if you have a bum cartridge. Just a thought... Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Another PESO from Florida
From: "Mark Roberts" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I've tried color and b/w versions of this one. Not completely happy > with either yet... > http://www.robertstech.com/temp/oldtree.jpg In terms of the tones, I probably would have done something like this: http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=364911524&size=o Truth be told, this image doesn't do anything for me. There are too many elements to make it a cohesive. I think you would have done well to get a little closer and take pics of the vines and that huge knot on their own. Those would have likely made for better pics. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Tioga Pass Scenic
From: "Brendan MacRae" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > This one was taken heading toward the summit of Tioga > Pass (ele 9945ft) on the way toward Lee Vining and > Mono Lake back in October. > > http://www.primelensphoto.com/images/tioga_pass.jpg > > 67II, 55mm f4, Pentax Red Fliter, Plus-X. Very nice. Cool tones and nice control of exposure. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Peso - My own HDR
From: "Gonz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Cool, I mean, Cold... > > Were your highways affected/closed? Our major overpasses were closed > because they were too slick and were causing accidents. Any elevated > freeways were quite treacherous. Its been worse however, I visited > Austin once in the mid 90's and the whole place was a ghost town due to > ice on the roads much worse than today. The same situation here. We have a ton of overpasses, mixmaster, elevated freeways and people were sliding and/or getting stuck. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Peso - My own HDR
From: "Gonz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I know, we got a little more last night, and now the trees are starting > to lose branches because of the weight of the ice on them. Hey Gonz, We got some more up here in DFW and my workplace even closed. http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=360693861&size=o Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO -- "Disabled"
From: "P. J. Alling" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >I decided to continue with my experiments on various different B&W > conversions. This one is a free filter I found on Mark Roberts free > software page. It was one of the simplest methods and seems to work > very well, > > http://www.mindspring.com/~morephotos/PESO_--_disabled.html > > Technical Data: > Pentax *ist-Ds ISO 400 @ 1/10sec (Av) +0.7ev > smc Pentax FA 43mm f1.9 Limited @ f2.2 > B&W Conversion by Fotomatic B&W Plus Filter (Green Filter) Really nice shot and great texture. The one thing I don't like is that the right side looks a little blurry. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: thoughts, questions, a story ...
From: "Godfrey DiGiorgi" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Once that bunch headed out, I pulled out the laptop and started > poking at some more photos from the NY trip and from my junta to > Nashville, TN. I also pulled out the Pentax 645 and started fooling > with it, framing a composition of the tables and chairs across the > aisle from where I was sitting. There was a college student sitting > at the table behind me. > > "Excuse me, is that some kind of video camera?" > "No. It's a medium format SLR camera. Still photos." > "Where's the display screen?" > "It doesn't have one ... it takes a 6cm wide strip of roll film." > pause ... "Wow. It looks big and heavy. Why would anyone use film > when there are such good digital cameras on the market today?" > > The fact of the question is more important than any answer I might > come up with. Here we have a college student, maybe 20-22 years old, > who cannot see the point. We talked for a while about the photos on > the wall, about rendering and black&white vs color, about all kinds > of stuff, but in the end I could see that the notion of why one would > expose film, play with chemistry, etc just to take a picture was > simply incomprehensible to him. Cameras, even photography before the > present world of digital cameras simply is not a part of his > consciousness. It can be easy to lament after reading a story like this. I wouldn't... The Art of Photography...this college kid probably grew up with parents who had point & shoots around and took poor pictures of various events. If his mom or dad had a Hasselblad and a home darkroom where they invited him to print, he might have connected to the magic of it. But he thinks, much like alot of folks who grew with B&W film, about the Utility of Photography. From that perspective, why would you mess with a large film camera and development and printing? This is nothing new...my parents and quite frankly, all of their friends, see it the same way as this college kid. This is true despite the fact that when we compare childhood photos, they have wonderfully sharp and preserved B&W prints and I have incredibly poor, fuzzy and faded color prints. This kids mindset has been present for a long time and we have a ton of cameras to prove it. The difference is that the digital cameras now are a pretty viable option. Evolution...I can see this conversation taking place 100 years ago during the dawn of cars and the death of the horsedrawn carriage. I don't think anyone on this list would give up their vehicles to go back. But maybe 100 years ago, one might held on to it given all the issues of owning a car. But in due time, cars got alot better and now we drool over the ones that Paul posts on the list. So I guess I don't have a strange feeling about this story. It's expected. I'm eager for digital to continue to improve. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO: Ghost of the flame
Hey Folks, Was experimenting some time ago and wanted some opinions on this shot: http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=360184076&size=o Pentax *istDs, SMC A100/2.8 Macro, ISO 200, 1/4sec @ f4, tripod mounted Thanks, Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Into the Cold
Hey Folks, Mark and Paul's winter shots have prompted me to look at my shooting habits. I've been a bit reticent to take my *istDs out into the cold. For those situations, I'll use my film camera. What do you all do in order to prep your camera for the cold? Any differences in battery life? Any tips are appreciated. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Michigan Ice Storm
From: "Mark Cassino" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Following in Paul's footsteps here, I took a few shots of the ice storm > on the western part of the state today. > > I went for the wide angle landscape which is not too effective at web > size, but is my favorite of the day (some photos just don't work at 600 > pixels across.) > > The other shots were plinked around the house - I had a business lunch > that I hoped would take just an hour, but wound up taking almost 3, so I > lost most of the day's shooting time. > > The closeups were taken with a Kiron 105mm f2.8, rest of the shots with > the DA 18-55mm. For a while, the shots will be at the top of this page: > > http://www.markcassino.com/galleries/stream/stream04.htm Cool shots Mark. I like the landscapes and the ivy shot. Have you printed the landscapes? I'm looking at picking up the DA 18-55 as a walk around and am wondering how 8X10s look. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Snowflake
From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >I like this too. Is it really a snowflake? The slight melting makes > it a pretty pioture. > Paul > On Jan 13, 2007, at 7:06 PM, David J Brooks wrote: >> Cool shot. >> >> Like the blue and silver colurs. Thanks for the compliments. You're both gonna crack up. It's a photo of Christmas gel items that stick to your windows. My window has a lot of condensation today which surrounds the gel snowflake. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO: Snowflake
Here's a tongue in cheek tribute to you snowflake shooters: http://farm1.static.flickr.com/126/356142776_a84a0aa91b_o.jpg Pentax *istDs, SMC A100/2.8 Macro, f8.0 @ 1/45 (handheld), ISO 200, +.5EV Enjoy, Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: TTL/P-TTL question
From: "Godfrey DiGiorgi" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> So how well does TTL work on DS? What does one lose from P-TTL? > > P-TTL with the built in flash does pretty well if you are not one of > those people whose eye-blink reflex timing is a problem. How about with a flash on the hot shoe? How would the DS do with a regular TTL flash like the 500FTZ or AF280T vs. the newer FGZ series? I'm gearing up to purchase a flash and trying to decide what would give me good results at a good value. Thanks! Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Enjoying the View
From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Nice shot, Mark. The scene is powerful on its own, but the coujple > takes it up a notch. Nicely exposed: sky tones intact. Good one. Thanks Paul. Glad you liked it. Here's a similar shot: http://www.flickr.com/photos/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/344895922/ Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Enjoying the View
From: "Bruce Dayton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I think the one thing that bothers me is that they are turned to close > to showing just their backs. It gives me a feeling of having to sneak > up on them, rather than a shot of them enjoying the view. I hope I'm > making sense. When showing people looking out at the view, it is > nicer to see their faces in profile rather than the backs of their > heads. Probably a little closer to them so that they take up a little > more room in the composition. Hey Bruce, I hear what you're saying on this one. I was not willing to do that with this shot. If you look at the corner of the screen, you'll see that they crossed a barrier and are quite close to the edge. So composing that kind of shot was not so feasible in this situation. In addition, I want to get a wider lens to be able to get closer and include people in the manner you suggest as well as a good amount of the scenery. Thanks for the comments! Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Occupations?
From: "Kenneth Waller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Mark - > Welcome back. Good to see you posting again. > I wondered where you wound up. Hey Ken, Thanks for the welcome back. For the record, I kept up fairly well from the archive and was able to check out alot of the great photos you posted over the years. Take care, Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: TTL/P-TTL question
From: "Thibouille" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Not exactly ... the DS does support TTL with pre-A lens AFAIK but only > with external flashes. the RTF will do PTTL or full output. So how well does TTL work on DS? What does one lose from P-TTL? Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO: Enjoying the View
My girlfriend and I were down in Austin to meet a college buddy. We stopped at Mount Bonnell to check out the view. I came across this couple sitting on the rock ledge. Pentax *istDS, Pentax SMC-F 24-50/4, Handheld ISO 200, 1/60 sec @ f/13 http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=343093238&size=o Comments welcome... Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Occupations?
From: "Mike Hamilton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I've been reading this list for nearly 8 months now, and I'm aware of > some of your occupations... however some of you are a mystery to me. > I'm not sure if that's on purpose or not... :) > > Anyway, just for a starting point, I'm a elementary special education > teacher, presently substitute teaching as I'm just starting out back > in my hometown after a year teaching in Kingston-Upon-Hull (it's never > dull in Hull!), England , and then two years teaching in northern > Alberta. > > Anyone care to share? When I first joined the list, I was a graduate student in the Bay Area. I got my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology a few years back and have settled in the DFW area. I work as a psychologist at a local university and have a part-time private practice. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: FS Friday: Couple of lenses
- Original Message - From: "Bruce Dayton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Hello MARK, > > It has been a long time since I last heard you on the list. Good to > know you are still around. Hey Bruce, Yep, it's me. I usually monitor from the archive but figured I'd sign on for a little while. I definitely need to get to know my *istDs a lot better. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
FS Friday: Couple of lenses
Hey Folks, My posts seem not to be going through so I hope it works this time. I've got a couple of lenses for sale. 1) Pentax SMC-F 24-50/4 - KEH Bargain cosmetic condition. Works great. Glass is clean and clear. Comes with both caps. $75 shipped CONUS. 2) Sigma 70-300/4-5.6 DL Macro KEH EX+ condition. Works great. Glass is clean and clear. Comes with original caps, hood, and a promaster 1A lens filter. $65 shipped CONUS. Paypal graciously accepted. Shipping is Priority Mail. Pics are available. Would consider trading for a mint DA18-55 so shoot me an email. Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: SMC-A 100/2.8 Macro and other goodies
--- Kenneth Waller <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have not seen a better lens than this one. > > > > William Robb > > Have you seen a 200mm/f4.0 ED Macro? > Or more importantly, the images produced by it. Hey Ken, When I was living in Kalamazoo, I got to see alot of Cassino's work. The 200/4 is pretty phenomenal. The A100/2.8 Macro is really incredible too. Which gives better results? Well, I don't think it matters. If you own either, life is good : ) Mark __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
FS: SMC-A 100/2.8 Macro and other goodies
Hey Folks, De-lurking to sell a few of my items: 1) SMC-A 100/2.8 Macro yes, that macro lens! You can go to Stan Halpins website and read the comments on this excellent macro lens. The lens is in good condition. It has some wear and tear on the barrel and just inside the filter ring. Filters screw on no problem. The glass is in great condition. No fogging or fungus. Some light dust in the elements. Blades are clean and move freely. It has the original rear lens cap and an aftermarket front lens cap. This isnt a mint sample. This lens is meant to be lovingly used. Make me an offer before I list it on ebay. 2) SMC-F 28-80/3.5-4.5 it has a macro setting that isnt half bad. The lens is good condition. It has one small rub on the barrel. The glass is clean and clear. Blades and autofocus are good. It has the original rear lens cap and an aftermarket front lens cap. $50 shipped CONUS 3) SMC-M 28/3.5 In good condition. Glass is clean and clear. Blades and focus action are excellent. It has a rear lens cap and front filter. $45 shipped CONUS 4) SMC-M 50/1.7 In good condition. Glass is clean and clear. Blades and focus action are excellent. Both caps included. $35 shipped CONUS 5) SMC-M 135/3.5 In good condition. Glass is clean and clear. Blades and focus action are excellent. It has a rear lens cap and front filter. $45 shipped CONUS 6) Vivitar 2X Macro Converter this is the one that turns your 50mm lens into a 100mm 1:1 macro. It has the A function so itll work with your DSLR. Excellent condition and comes with both caps and leather case. $40 shipped CONUS 7) Pentax Z-20p Import PZ-20 with panorama function. Excellent condition cosmetically and operationally. Very clean on the inside. Comes with a strap. $70 shipped CONUS 8) Pentax K1000 later model, excellent operational condition. Foam and seal are excellent. Internally very clean. Works great! Really nice condition, excellent except for one blemish on the side of the lens mount. $70 shipped CONUS Paypal graciously accepted. Money order and cashiers check good too. Priority Mail shipping included. Ive got pics of everything but the 50mm and the converter. I can take pics of those on Sunday. Please contact me off list as I will unsubscribe pretty soon. Thanks and yall take care and play nice. Mark __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Slower Film 4 Frank (was nsomething else)
--- Shel Belinkoff <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Hi Mark, > > I seem to recall some discussion about 120 efke a > few years ago. Guess I > was mistaken about the source. Now you've got me > wondering who may have > made the comment well, thanks for the > correction. I recall you telling me about Efke film. I may have made such a comment about APX 25 as I had a few rolls of that in 120 before it was discontinued. Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? New and Improved Yahoo! Mail - Send 10MB messages! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
Re: Slower Film 4 Frank (was nsomething else)
Shel wrote: >Been using Efke 25 for a couple of years now, since >soon after APX 25 was discontinued. I like it. YMMV, >especially since you don't do your own processing. >Haven't tried the 50 and 100 speeds though as my local >shop only carries the 25. It's also available in 120, >which I have in my freezer but which I've not tried. >Reports on it (the 120)have been pretty good, although >Mark Dalal didn't like the physical characteristics of >the film base, backing, whatever it's called (the stuff >the emulsion is coated on). He thought it was too thin. For the record, I've never shot Efke 25 or any Efke film (although I'd like to). That piece of feedback isn't mine. Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? New and Improved Yahoo! Mail - Send 10MB messages! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
FS Friday
Hey Folks, Unemployment sucks so I've got lotsa stuff for sale. 1) Pentax ZX-7, Excellent condition. Hardly any signs of use. Mechanically perfect. Comes w/ AF Quantaray 28-90 zoom (some scuffs on the body - glass clean), 55mm skylight filter, 55mm circular polarizer, Cambron AF 1.4 Teleconverter (mint), Manual, and carry bag. $125 shipped in the US. 2) Pentax ME Super w/ M50/1.7 (and UV filter), recently CLA'D, user cosmetic condition, no dents or dings but lots of scuffing. The one mechanical problem is that the little white button that allows the dial ring to turn is a pain to press down. Lens is in average condition, a little dust on the inside, the coating is intact, tack sharp results like a M50/1.7 should give you. $60 shipped in the US. 3) SMC-K 28/3.5, yes the legendary one, little bit of wear on the edge of the barrel. Glass is clean and clear. Comes with both caps. $50 shipped in the US. 4) Minolta Scan Dual II film scanner. Excellent cosmetic condition. Perfect mechanical condition. Comes with original box, manuals, and film holders. $165 shipped in the US. PayPal preferred but cashier's check and money order okay. Pictures are available. Contact me off list. Thanks, Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Address AutoComplete - You start. We finish. http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
Re: Tell me about Provia 100F
--- Lasse Karlsson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Could you please tell me something about it's > characteristics and what kind of shooting you find > it best (and maybe not so well)suited for? > > I was thinking of using it for shooting a model "in > a lot of skin". Provia 100F is good for several subjects. Great outdoors as well as the studio. It's a nice low grain film with plenty of detail. I've found that 100F tends to blue. For people shots, I would recommend warming with a filter or with the lighting modifiers (if indoors). Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? New and Improved Yahoo! Mail - 100MB free storage! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
Re: Film Is Dead / A Contrary View
--- graywolf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > How are folks > supposed to know what a > truly good print looks like when they are prevented > from seeing them properly. > Oil paintings are not always under glass, but > photographs seem to be. How strange? Hmmm, well I've been to several exhibits and can clearly tell the difference. The glass doesn't seem to ruin it for me. Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? Read only the mail you want - Yahoo! Mail SpamGuard. http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
Re: Film Is Dead / A Contrary View
--- William Robb <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I am convinced that at this point, the only way to > get a good black > and white print is still the old fashioned way, with > film and a > darkroom. Indeed. I've tried various methods of digital B&W printing. I had an Epson 860 with the MIS Full Spectrum Inks and I've tried uploading photos to websites (Ofoto and a local lab that accepts files over the internet). Digital B&W prints look okay but no where near as good as what I can do in the darkroom. I've been considering working with a high end B&W lab until I can return to making prints myself. Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - 50x more storage than other providers! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
Re: Film Scanner
--- Paul Sorenson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Not happy with lo-res scans on CDs and the labs want > an outrageous price for > hi-res scans. Thinking about getting a Pacific > Imaging 3650 Pro - Anyone > have any experience or insights into this? >From what I've read, the Pacific Image and SmartDisk scanners are to be avoided. You can read up on them at the Digital Darkroom forum at photo.net http://www.photo.net/bboard/forum?topic_id=1701 You'd be much better off with a Minolta Dual Scan IV ($285), Canoscan FS-4000 (which can be difficult to find new), Microtek Artixscan 4000T ($470), or Nikon Coolscan V ($600). Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? Take Yahoo! Mail with you! Get it on your mobile phone. http://mobile.yahoo.com/maildemo
Re: what is a reasonable price for an SMC A 100 2.8 macro?
--- Frank Wajer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Hi all, > > just checking, anyone know what a reasonable price > is for an SMC A 100 2.8 > macro? They seem to fetch anywhere from $500-$1000 US on ebay. I would say that $500-600 is fair non-collector price. Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - 50x more storage than other providers! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
RE: Selling Pentax 35mm gear (WAS RE: Beautiful SF1n kit, Voigtlander
--- That Guy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Faster AF maybe, better image quality NO. > > -That Guy When you compare the same shot in a controlled situation, the 10D has image quality that is hands down better. See for yourself: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pentaxistd/page16.asp Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - 50x more storage than other providers! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
Got to see the *istD!
Hey Folks, I finally managed to get my grubby hands on the *istD. I have to say, I was alot more impressed with it than I thought I would be. Very nicely built. I hope Pentax keeps it up. Inicidentally, the store I went to had 2 of the DA 16-45 lenses. The place was called Competitive Cameras. The salesman indicated that they would be willing to ship items. So if any of y'all are interested in this lens, give em call: (800) 688-0211. Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? New and Improved Yahoo! Mail - Send 10MB messages! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
FS Friday
One item for sale this week: Cambron 1.4X Autofocus Teleconverter. Mint condition. $25 shipped in the continental US. Contact me off list if interested. Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? New and Improved Yahoo! Mail - Send 10MB messages! http://promotions.yahoo.com/new_mail
Dallas area camera shops
Hey Folks, I'm in Dallas for a few days. Anyone have an recommendation for where I would be able to go and check out the *istD? Thanks, Mark __ Do you Yahoo!? Take Yahoo! Mail with you! Get it on your mobile phone. http://mobile.yahoo.com/maildemo
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Re: Analog vs digital by Herbert Keppler
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I don't get it. You didn't see people flocking to stores to buy Nikon > F100s, Canon A3s, or Pentax MZ-Ss, all of which are in about the same > price range as the cheapest DSLRs. People who were buying film P&S > cameras ($100-200) or film SLRs ($250-400) are now suddenly in the market > for $1000 cameras? I never said I understood it. But, that's what I've been seeing. I've had alot of non-photographers express interest in the low end D-SLRs. They've bought a P&S type digital, really liked using it, and now want to check out one of the two lower cost D-SLRs. I've honestly never had anyone shoot with a film P&S and be so inspired by the results that they wanted to go out and drop $1000 on a film SLR. Mark
Re: Analog vs digital by Herbert Keppler
From: "Jostein" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> There were a surprisingly large number of people at the tourist traps in
USA
> with film SLRs instead of compacts. Seven or eight americans apporached me
> and told me about their plans to swap their film SLR for a digital one.
All
> of them talked about the nikon D70 and canon "Rebel D".
I had a similar experience. I fellow I had worked with bought an Optio 550
and really liked it. He hadn't been involved in photography beforehand but
liked the little Pentax and talked about buying a D70. It seemed totally out
of the blue. It's been my experience that a surprising number of people are
talking about these D-SLRs. Ads on tv are pushing them. I've seen more ads
for the the D70 and Rebel D than I've ever seen for Pentax and Nikon SLRs.
The only film SLR ads I can recall are the EOS Rebel and maybe some Minolta
gear ("only from the minds of minolta" - that still rings in my head).
Camera companies are doing mainstream advertising for $1000 cameras! And
people (non-photographers) seem to be getting really interested!
Mark
*istD Raw Converter
Hey Folks, I haven't really been playing close attention to the discussion on converting RAW files from the *istD. The little bit I have read has given me the impression that people aren't totally pleased with the Pentax converter and have been happier with the Photoshop CS converter. Has anyone tried the C1 RAW Workflow Software featured on the http://www.rawworkflow.com/ website? The website indicates that it supports RAW files from the *istD. The LE version is $99. Just lookin' for a little feedback about this piece of software. Mark
Re: reagan cortege
From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Isn't it tedious how someone always has to inject there personal > politics into a thread about images? > But it makes it so much easier to identify them for the kill file. : ) Mark
Re: Dpreview - New SLR
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > I hope they'll market their cameras at walmart cause none of the camera > > shops in San Antonio are carrying much of Pentax SLR products. I've yet to > > actually see the *istD in person. > > > > Mark > > > > Think you meant "neither" of the camera shops, Mark Well, I was being gracious and counting Ritz/Wolf Camera > if Boyd's is still hanging on ... > (sigh) Boyd's seems to be hangin' on. It's good place to get lens caps, filters, film, and occasionally, used gear. They had short-dated Fuji Super HQ 200 film for $1.00 a roll when I went two weeks ago. Photo Express did an excellent job printing it. I think they survive cause Camera Exchange can't seem to hire someone who doesn't treat you like an idiot and is as retail as retail gets. I went with a coworker and they were charging her $8.00 a roll for NPH. Good grief! Mark
Re: Dpreview - New SLR
From: "Gonz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Its a bit of a drive, but at least at one point Precision Camera in > Austin had them. I bought mine over the net however, the price > discrepancy was too much to ignore. That is a drive. Not too bad but still a good 90 minutes. Definitely important before dropping $1300 on a camera. Mark
Re: 6x7 Lens Recommendations
From: "Tom C" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I'm pretty close to wasting some money on a 67II system, despite my better > judgement regarding the future of film. > > I'd like some lens recommendations. I know the 105 is a normal lens. I'd > also like at least a wide angle to start. Is there any difference in build > quality/image quality between a brand new off the shelf lens and one > manufactured 10+ years ago for use on a 6x7? The latest 55/4 is the cat's meow. You can find them used fairly easily. Mark
PAW: Best Buddies
One for the peanut gallery: http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2417479 Yes, I'm getting a little stir crazy. Mark
FS Friday II
Hey Folks, One more item to sell. I've got a SMC-M 150/3.5 in excellent condition. The glass is clean with the usual level of dust for a lens of its age. Aperture blades are clean and operate normally. Cosmetics are really nice. It comes with the original leather case and front/rear caps. I've got pics of it if needed. $75 shipped in the continental US (outside US is okay but has to pay for the shipping of their choice). PayPal is okay also. Contact me off list if interested. Thanks! Mark
Re: Yay! New scanner on the way!
From: "Shel Belinkoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Just wanted to share my excitement ... today I ordered a new, Nikon > Coolscan ;-))) No more borrowing computer and scanner time. I can now > annoy you with even more pictures Congrats Shel! Which one did you get? Mark
Re: Pentax SMC-F 35-105mm f/3.5-4.5 zoom
Joe, Isn't this is a 4-5.6? Mark - Original Message - From: "Joe Wilensky" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, June 02, 2004 1:59 PM Subject: FS: Pentax SMC-F 35-105mm f/3.5-4.5 zoom > I neglected to include the SMC designation in the description of this lens! > > For sale: Pentax SMC-F 35-105mm f/3.5-4.5 zoom > > This is a compact autofocus zoom with a good range that dates from > the SF1/SFX era. It "replaced" the larger but highly regarded and > different formula A zoom of the same range, though this zoom has > gotten good reviews as well. KEH EX condition (I got it from KEH). > Front and rear caps included. > > $60 with free shipping to the continental U.S. > > http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/35-105_side.jpg > http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/35-105_long.jpg > http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/35-105_front.jpg > http://homepage.mac.com/wilensky/35-105_rear.jpg > > Joe > -- > > Joe Wilensky > Staff Writer > Communication and Marketing Services > 1150 Comstock Hall > Cornell University > Ithaca, NY 14853-2601 > > e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > tel: 607-255-1575 > fax: 607-255-9873 > >
Re: Fully manual SLR
From: "Shel Belinkoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > You mention nothing of your budget, intended use of the camera, or anything > else, so further suggestions would be difficult. Must you have an SLR? > There are some good rangefinder options out there. Shel, Any feedback on how rangefinders cop with extreme cold? Any alignment and/or shutter issues? BTW: I'd always read that the Nikon FM/FM2 is THE extreme cold weather SLR. Of course, that doesn't help if one doesn't have Nikon lenses. Mark
Re: Short Optio S4 review
From: "Keith Whaley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > In initially, I had an entirely different idea of what I was going to > say, but after cogitating on your message content for a while I'll > leave it at this... > This camera was not conceived as a replacement for a Leica M-series > camera, nor was it meant to compete in such company. > You seem disappointed it's not. I'm sorry for offending you. It's a great camera and I'm glad you're happy with it. Regards, Mark
Short Optio S4 review
Hey Gang, A few weeks ago, my brother called me up asking for a recommendation on a digital camera to use for snapshots and for shooting stuff to sell on ebay. He insisted that it be extremely small. How small? He felt his Canon A40 was too big. So naturally, I turned him onto the Optio S4 and he excitedly bought it. He agreed to lend it to me for a couple of weeks. I used it today while going on a 10K AVA walk in downtown San Antonio. Here are some of the photos. Nothing to swoon over, I have to shoot quick or I'll be left behind. http://www.photo.net/photodb/folder?folder_id=401012 Some impressions: 1) There isn't much control one can exact over this camera in terms of exposure - just Program AE with some exposure compensation. Man did I miss having aperture priority. Oddly enough, it gives you the exposure data. Why? I dunno. Sure there's exposure compensation but quite frankly, I think Pentax was out to taunt the users of this camera . 2) Autofocus is pretty quick but can be hit or miss. I had several shots that were discarded because they were soft. 3) I was not very pleased with the lens. There's quite a bit of distortion at the wide end. Flare control seems pretty poor and there was noticeable purple fringing from time to time. In macro mode, the corner can be really soft. It was really noticeable in this photo: http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2397442&size=lg The corners seem to have...distortion and blur at the same time. Not too pleasing, especially when I printed it. 4) It's extremely difficult to get shallow depth of field. 5) Shot to shot time is pretty respectable and it turns on and off pretty quick. 6) The LCD monitor was not very easy to read in daylight. 7) The On/Off button is way too close to the shutter release. Every now and then, I found myself turning it off instead of shooting. 8) The four way control button is not very easy to use. 9) Overall, exposure was pretty good. 10) Women love this camera. They ooh and ahh at the very sight of it . I short, it's a neat little camera to use for vacation snaps. It's incredibly portable. Battery life is decent. It operates quickly and quietly. For more serious photographic ventures, this one's best left at home. Mark
Pentax cable
From: "Shel Belinkoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Am I missing something? Aren't USB cables, well ... universal? There are > four cables here, two that came with different card readers, one that came > with a USB hard drive, one that came with the Sony digicam ... oh, and > another from some strange purchase ... and they all work interchangeably. > Does the Pentax have a unique cable? The connector to computer is USB but the connector to the camera is unique. That's how it is on my brother's Optio S4 that I'm borrowing. Mark
Re: Need help w/portrait
From: "jtainter" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I rephotographed her in the shade without the flash, at f4.0. This is much better. And this time I didn't add unsharp mask. Please suggest what else I should do before I make some prints. One thing you may consider is creating a second layer in Photoshop and applying a blur to her skin. I don't have it handy but I'm sure this technique has been covered in several of the photo mags. If you can do a reshoot, there's a second option. If you have a 50/1.7 or 1.4 (with *istD), shoot her in open shade with that about f2 making sure to only focus on the eyes. The majority of her skin will out of focus and rendered pretty smoothly. > I suppose one should always be prepared for such an occasion -- lights, bouncers, reflectors, backdrops, and assistants, all on hand at all times. Exactly! What were you thinking??? Mark
Re: PAW - Mi Amor
From: "Bruce Dayton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Boy, I have to agree with Shel here. My first look at the photo was > very ho-hum. Just didn't see anything in it. This crop that Shel > proposes really changes it into something for me. Now I really do see > the relationship. Is that what you were going for Mark? Well, there were something that y'all might have missed and it was probably due to the scan and having to view the pic on a screen. I rescanned the slide with Shel's crop which I definitely like (thanks Shel!). Take a look at the kid's hair and pay attention to the color (hint: it's painted green on top). So I was going for the relationship between he and his mother but wanted to play with the juxtaposition of his hair color and her bracelet. I resubmitted the photo with some changes. Maybe they help. http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2377665&size=lg I like Shel's B&W conversion as well. I'm gonna think about whether I want to print it as a B&W and let the relationship stand on its own or keep the green hair and deal with the color elements in the background. Thanks! Mark
PAW - Mi Amor
Hey Folks, Here's one for the peanut gallery (comments appreciated): http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2376602&size=lg Mark
Decision on the PUG?
Hey Folks, So was a decision on what to do with the PUG ever reached? If so, what was it? Mark
Re: Anyone try this with B/W scans?
From: "Collin Brendemuehl" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To provide a better scan of a b&w neg > have you put a filter behind the b&w neg > and then had the software remove this > color-cast mask? I haven't tried it but I'm wondering if there would be any loss in sharpness. Mark
Re: AF Spot Beam Help
From: "Ryan Lee" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Hi Mark, > > Mine does in TTL. Don't know if it turns off.. don't think so.. Ryan, How low does the light have to be for the spot beam to kick in? Mark
AF Spot Beam Help
Hey Folks, I'm wondering if anyone has experience using the Autofocus Spotbeam feature of the Pentax AF-360FGZ. I downloaded the manual from Pentax's website. It reads that in "SB" mode, the spotbeam will activate but the flash will not fire. On page 19, it indicates that the spotbeam will activate in TTL Flash mode. Can someone verify this? I used to have a PZ-20 with the AF-330FTZ and the manual said the same thing but I could never get the spotbeam to activate in low light when the flash was in TTL mode. Thanks, Mark
Re: PAW - Bryce Sunrise
From: "Bruce Dayton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Hello Mark, > > You realize that most of Bryce is red rock formations (grin). I'm not > sure which shot you were remembering, but here is one of the > possibles: > > http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/0041-13.htm Nope, that's not it. This pic was much redder and I think you shot it with the F17-28. Great shot though! Mark
Re: FS Friday: Program Plus
From: "Bill Sawyer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Hope you're not leaving Pentax, Mark... Hey Bill, Nope. Just doin' a swap out. Mark
Re: OT: Almost ready to by a scanner
From: "Shel Belinkoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > What didn't your friend like about the Nikon scanner? Which > Nikon scanner(s) did he use? What did he like better about > the Minolta? Shel, Each brand has its detractors and within each brand, a few junkers make it out the door. It's safest to buy new so you can return if there's a problem. The Nikon Coolscan V, 5000, and Minolta 5400 are all excellent scanners. Unless things have changed since the last time I was over, I think you should be worrying more about the computer. Did you ever get around to replacing that mouse? ; ) Mark
ZX-7 vs. ZX-L
Hey Folks, Anyone had a chance to compare these two cameras? Any difference in autofocus, flash metering, ability to expose with K and M lenses? Opinions are very appreciated. Thanks, Mark
FS Friday: Program Plus
Hey Folks, I've got a Program Plus for sale. It's in excellent condition with some very light wear. No dents, dings, or scratches. Purchased from Mark Hama but I still had it checked out by my local shop and the meter and shutter are right on. It's missing the motor winder cover. Also included is a like new Sunpak 144 Auto Thyristor flash (comes in the box with the manual). All together, $75 shipped in the continental US. For an additional $25, I'll throw in a manual focus Tamron 28-70 zoom with Adaptall mount. Paypal, cashier's check, and money order accepted. Thanks, Mark
Re: OT: Epson R-D1
From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Pentax K and M lens have no exposure information electronics built in. > I don't think any camera could be more compatible with them than is the > *ist-D. Hey Paul or anyone else, I'm pretty ignorant about this issue. So how does the Epson get around the lack of electronic exposure information? Is it because the rangefinder lenses are already stopped down? So, how do cameras like the ME Super know the correct the exposure information without built in electronics? Couldn't a digital camera operate in the same way (not that any camera maker would necessarily want to do this)? Thanks! Mark
Re: PAW:Concert photo
From: "Bill Owens" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Shot this tonight at a high school band concert. Sorry the camera was > tilted, but I like the concentration on his music and the movement of the > sticks. > > http://groups.msn.com/BillOwensPhotos/shoebox.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=69 Bill, I really like this shot, especially the tympani sticks (???). I wish the guy's face could have had less motion blur. But there is one element I really didn't care for. See if you like the adjustment: http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2201703&size=lg Mark
Re: OT: Epson 2200 mac osx 10.3 and PhotoShopCS
Paul, For a short while, I used a Mac as my personal computer. I found that with OS X 10.2, I couldn't print centered on the page and I had to use a third party drivers for my Epson 820. When the 2200 drivers were release, the same issue existed in terms of being able to print centered on the page. I would highly recommend confirming that the latest set of drivers and or OS X 10.3 has addressed this problem. This was a big problem as I could never predict where the printer was going to place the print on the paper. Good luck, Mark
Re: Digital Rangefinder Imminent
From: "Shel Belinkoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Peculiar as in unique, special ... > Uhhmmm...special...yeah, that must be itspecialokay...whatever you say Shel ; ) Mark
Re: Pentax (film) vs 5MP (SONY)
From: "Jens Bladt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > For those of you who didn't read the very long thread about "*ist D sensor > and 35mm lens resolution", I have posted shots made made with a Pentax MZ-S > and different lenses compared to almost identical shots made with a Sony DSC > F717 - a 5MP camera with a Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar lens and a 6x8mm chip. I > believe practical tests are equally informative as the facts of the figures > (according to which a 6x5mm chip should not be able to produce much > resulution). > The link is this: http://gallery50012.fotopic.net/c132825_1.html > > Nest time I'll use and a dedicated film scanner. J.C. O'Connell suggested > I'd use 50 or 100 ISO, but I guess the SONY (as well as the 'ist D) does not > feature less than 200 ASA. And f 1:8 is the upper limit of the Sonnar lens, > but not of the *ist D. (I believe that most lenses have their best > reslolution/performance at f. 1:8 - 1:11, though). This bring me to > suggset - again - that somone on this list will do similar tests, using the > *ist D Quite frankly, your comparison is incredibly flawed. The equivalencies you seem to have drawn between film and digital are off. The ISO's of a digital point & shoot are not comparable to film. The f stops are not comparable either. And that you scanned the film on an flatbedFor this test to be equal, you need to open up that Sony, bend the sensor at the corners, and cover it with with Vaseline Mark
Re: PAW #4 - Haley's Ring
From: "frank theriault" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I was a bit late on week 3. Now I'm a bit early on week 4. Oh well. > > "The Kiss" was taken by Shel (and likely thousands before him), but I think > it would have been a good title (have I whetted your appetite yet? ). > So, I settled on "Haley's Ring", a title that I hope raises more questions > than it answers: > > http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2188556 > > I'd really like to hear your comments on this one. Definitely a winner here Frank. Good timing and exposure. Nicely done! Mark
Re: About my name
From: "frank theriault" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sounds like I did better than DeLong at least! Much better Frank! Mark
Re: About my name
From: "frank theriault" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Mark, > > So, how's it pronounced? In my mind, it's Dal (as in gal) -al (same > pronounciation), with a slight emphasis on the second syllable. Hmm, it's more like Dah-lahl. Mark
Re: To rescue a family photo
From: "Lasse Karlsson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Alright, Dave said he'd find a shot for us to start with, but obviously hasn't found the time to do it yet. > In the meantime I will provide the following shot and invite any volunteers to have a go at it and see what you can do. > > http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2187459 > > This is a (small size) scan I made of one of my mother's negs. It's a shot from a trip to Holland in the early 70:s. When I saw the scan I thought: What a pity, the neg has obviously deteriorated beyond possible reconstruction. > I guess many of us have already have or will run into similar experiences. > But is it really lost? > > Anyone find it interesting enough to try and have a go at it? > See what you can do, show us the results and tell us what you did? Here are some of the early overall changes I've made. I made a color cast correction in Elements 2. Then took it to PS 6 and made some color balance corrections in the shadows, midtones, and highlights. Brought up the green, red, and yellow. I picked up the saturation a bit, made some overall adjustments to the levels, and cloned out a couple of spots (just to show my girlfriend how that's done). It still needs alot more work but this is what I got done in 5 minutes. http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2187853 Mark
Re: About my name
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > As somebody whose name is frequently miss-spelled (people feel the need to > add an e for some reason), Cory, Be glad people can pronounce your name. You should hear people bungle their way through my last name. Mark
Re: Not PAW: QuikSnap from Yesterday
Nice Shel, Great symmetry. Nice balanced exposure. Good show! Mark
Subject change, was Re: clever virus attack
From: "Herb Chong" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > after they introduced the security patch that prevented opening JPG and GIF, > it took several months for them to remove that particular part of the patch. > i saw a lot of support calls go by on the online help forums. Please continue this discussion without my last name in the subject. Thanks, Mark
Re: clever virus attack (Att. Dalal)
From: "Anthony Farr" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > It just means Mark Dalal's address is in the infected computer's address > book. Are you sure? I can't seem to find a virus on my computer but I want to be sure before I go emailing people. Thanks, Mark
Re: Testing the QuikSnap® Page
From: "Shel Belinkoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I've just put up the start of the QuikSnap® web page and I'd > > like some testers please. Just a few pics for now. > > http://home.earthlink.net/~digisnaps/ > Works fine with Netscape 7.1 Mark
Re: PAW: Shel-inspired
From: "Mark Roberts" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > "Mark Dalal" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > >One more for the week. This one was inspired by Shel. He sent me a similar > >shot and decided to try it also. This shot was taken while driving (with > >both hands on the wheel). > > I'm not even going to *ask* what you pressed the shutter button with. Now that's a trade secret ; ) > >It's the craziest one of all the frames I took. > >Hope you enjoy: > > > >http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2167376&size=lg > > Pretty cool shot, though. Thanks, it is pretty funky. Mark
Re: PAW Arizona Landscape
Larry, Simply gorgeous. Great light and composition. Mark
PAW: Shel-inspired
Hey Folks, One more for the week. This one was inspired by Shel. He sent me a similar shot and decided to try it also. This shot was taken while driving (with both hands on the wheel). It's the craziest one of all the frames I took. Hope you enjoy: http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2167376&size=lg Mark
PAW: Guitar String Post
Hey Folks, Here's one I need some help on. I'm wondering if I should crop it tighter. There's an element in the middle left side of the photo I'm wondering if I should clone out. Ditch it altogether and try again? http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2167370 Thanks, Mark
Re: The Local Pentax SLR Conundrum
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > One of the stores in San Antonio will no longer be carrying anything by > > Pentax. The only other stores has minimal stock. > > > > Mark > > > > Which is which, Mark (like I can't guess?) Camera Exchange told me they are no longer going to be carrying Pentax. Period. I'm going there tommorow and I'll see if that's changed. Boyd's A/V has a minimal stock...of everything. But, they do carry new Pentax P&S cameras and the low end of the SLR range (ZX-60, FA28-80, FA80-200). They're like that with every brand though. Mark
Re: Ice Race - First Photos
From: "frank theriault" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Not great art, but lots of fun; hope you enjoy: > > http://www.photo.net/photodb/folder?folder_id=378621 > I like the Pleasantries shot. My brother is infamous for that same salute. The Centurian outfit is great! Mark
Re: Source for strap lugs
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Mark, are you still in San Antonio these days? Yup > If so, have you tried checking with Boyd's Camera? Seems to me I've seen a LOT > of pieces-of-old-cameras around their back room. They have a back room with stuff? They've never invited me to the back room! : ( Boyd's is a decent place (they're alot nicer than the folks at Camera Exchange). I found a Vivitar 2X Macro Converter there. I found the strap lugs a.k.a. metal strap D-rings on Adorama's website ($1.95/set). So, I ordered them with some film. If that doesn't work, I will hit up Boyd's and maybe even Havel Camera Repair. Thanks! Mark
PAW's: Flower photos
Hey Folks, I was going through my negs and slides yesterday and scanned in a couple of pics. Nothin' fancy, just a couple of flower photos to share with y'all. http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2151760 http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=2154642 Mark
Re: some nice bird pics
From: "Shel Belinkoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > http://www.photo.net/bboard/q-and-a-fetch-msg?msg_id=007T05 Those are some impressive shots. Beautiful bokeh too! Mark
Re: PAW: Winged Wheel
From: "frank theriault" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Definitely #2 (the one you showed for PAW). The narrow dof somehow makes it > look older to me - as if it's fading into the past (I know, it's corny, but > it's what I think). > > The other one is technically sound, but doesn't have the "feel" that your > paw has. Thanks Frank. That's the effect I was going for but I definitely need to reshoot with the light falling on it in a different manner. Mark
Re: viable cameras
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Because it is too expensive? If so, why do they continue to offer > some really expensive "pro" glass? > > This has always mystified me. Last I looked, Pentax made a 600/4.0, > a 300/2.8, and an 80-200/2.8. Last I looked, the equivalent Nikon and > Canon lenses were CHEAPER. Even more mystifying considering their refusal to produce a reasonably priced (~$300) non-soft focus 85mm lens. Mark
Re: amortising DSLRs
From: "Shel Belinkoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > So, why do people feel they have to justify digital. > Regardless of anyone's feelings about it, it's just a > camera, a tool for a job, for the hobbyist or family snap > shooter something that gives one pleasure, maybe makes > getting final prints easier or faster. I don't get the need > for justifying the value. Well, film is a constant expense regardless of which film camera you purchase. With digital, the slrs cost substantially more than their film twin. For example, *ist is ~$300, *istD is ~$1300. Nikon D100 is $1500, N80 is ~$400. Camera companies are requiring people to spend alot more up front. The difference used to be even bigger. Remember when all D-SLRs cost $5000? So naturally, people ask themselves if it's worth it. "Well, let's the do the math." It's nice rationalization/marketing tool to get people to lay out more cash. "This camera will make greater economic sense in the long run, spend the money now, save later" Plus, it's nice way to convince the wife without having to come up with a sales pitch that would make Donald Trump pee in his pants. I think when 6mp+ D-SLRs get into $600-700 range, there will be alot less of that kinda talk. Mark
Re: OT Epson 820 -- wrong colors coming up ack help!
From: "Ann Sanfedele" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I'm getting gray where yellow should be when I > print and > when I do nozzle check... Ann, The status monitor should tell you if you're low on yellow. If you were out, it wouldn't let you print. That I discovered the hard way. When I have stubborn clogs, I run the procedure described on this page: http://www.inksupply.com/index.cfm?source=html/purging.html Give that a try. When I began covering my 820 between prints, all my problems went away. Good luck, Mark
Re: 200 speed slide films
From: "Mark Cassino" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I use Kodak's E200 from time to time as a general walking around > film. Grain is so-so, not on par with ISO 100 emulsions but better than > the Kodak 400 Emulsions. In terms of latitude, it is very easy to work > with - almost like print film. Scan-ability is quite good. Along with Carlos' observation of added warmth, it sounds perfect. Anyone know the difference between the Elitechrome and Ektachrome films? Thanks, Mark
Re: FS Friday: Last call on this gear
From: "Joe Wilensky" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I don't think that is true. As far as I can tell, it's the exact same > camera. In fact, I sent an MZ-5n (Europe/Asia version of the > U.S.-labeled ZX-5n) in to Pentax USA for a CLA/repair last year with no > problems. Well then I'm stumped. I've been eyeing those Z-20's nad Z-50's for a little while but have held back. I may just have to get one of 'em. Mark
Re: FS Friday: Last call on this gear
From: "Joe Wilensky" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > BTW, do you know why KEH consistently sells Z-1p cameras for > significantly cheaper than PZ-1p cameras, even in the same condition? > They are the exact same camera model, correct? I don't believe that Pentax USA would repair the Z-1p. That would pose a greater risk to a US buyer should the camera develop a problem. I think they would have to send it to Canada to be repaired. That might account for the price difference. Mark
200 speed slide films
Hey Folks, Anyone on the list use 200 speed slide films (sensia 200, Elitechrome 200, Agfa 200)? I'd like to know how they rate in terms of grain and scan-ability? Thanks, Mark
FS: SMC-A 200/4 and Misc stuff
Hey Folks, Delurking to post some stuff for sale: 1) SMC-A 200/4 (non-macro) - this lens is in Mint to EX+ condition. Looks hardly used. Glass is clean and clear. Mechanically perfect. Comes with original caps. Has a built in hood. $100 + shipping. 2) Vivitar 2X Converter - Mint, used twice. Purchased as New Old Stock. Still have the box and pleather pouch. Comes with both original caps. $25 + shipping. 3) Tamron 28-70/3.5-4.5 - Manual focus with Adaptall mount. Bargain condition. No really dents or dings, just looks a little weathered. Glass is clean, coatings intact, but has some dust in the elements. Mechanically perfect. Comes with both caps (not original). $40 + shipping. Paypal preferred. Money order and cashier's check gladly accepted. Priority mail shipping or FedEx ground (your choice). Pics are available. Thanks, Mark
FS: SMC-K 135/3.5
Hey Folks, Just popping in to offer up a piece of Pentax gear for sale: It's the SMC-K 135/3.5 (not the M version). It's in EX+ condition. The glass and coatings are in great condition. Aperture blades are clean, diaphragm is nice and snappy, and the focus is smooth. Shipping is Priority Mail and I can accept PayPal as well as money orders and cashiers checks. Please contact me off list. Thanks and take care, Mark
Re: A continuing saga - was streaks on Delta 400
From: "tom" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > John Hicks on the Pure-Silver list said he and others had similar > problems with some early batches of the new D400. He thinks it was a > production problem, and that it's cleared up. Is there a way to tell if you have one of the early batches. I've got a couple of rolls sitting in the fridge and would like to know. Mark - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Oh the agony!
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1281890801 Mark - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Great Deal on a 67 kit, Hurry
From: "tom" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Mark Dalal wrote: > > > > Hey Folks, > > > > If you've wanted a 67, you can't pass this one up: > > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1281821351 > > Especially with that 28mm. Well, it's the newer style body with TTL meter, probably a 90/2.8 and what looked like the 45/4. All seemed like the newer style lenses too. Even if the body needed a CLA, you'd be coming out ahead as something like that would retail for around $1600. > What up with your other email? I'm having some grief with my hosting company... Mark - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
