Re: Infrared K20D (anyone)?
I've seen lots of Nikons and Canon dslrs on eBay that have been modified for just IR only. Rarely see Pentax dslrs. Jim A. Is it possible to use Pentax K20D for IR photography without replacement of the sensor filter glass. Thank you for your info. -- K20D, DA10-17mm, DA16-45mm, FA50mm_f1.4, DA50-200mm, Dörr DStudio strobes roman.blakout.net http://roman.blakout.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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 One more from the Thrashing day, in IR
No way! Inrared looks so much better in black and white. I like the shot very much. Jim A. On Tue, Sep 2, 2008 at 10:14 AM, David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I forgot i tried a few shots at the thrashing day with the converted G3. http://www.flickr.com/photos/djbrooks/2822238794/ Outstanding shot, but to me it cries out for color. Tastes vary. -T -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Zoom travel lens
I used my Pentax 18-250 while touring the Best of China last March. I also had a Sony W-7 point and shoot that I used to record short video clips. I used the 18-250 to take closeups of some ceremic objects in the Shanghai Museum of Art. I bought the lens mainly for the wide-angle to tele, not for shooting macro images. Otherwise, it is a great lens for my purposes. Jim A. Last week I bought a Pentax 18-250 lens to use as a travel lens. On my last trip I used a K100 with a Sigma 18-50 kit lens, and used my sp550 for long shots and videos and was planning to use the new lens on my K10 for my next trip. I have been testing it on my K10 on various subjects and conditions since then. Close ups of very small objects like spiders are the main problem with it. For very small objects I get better results with my SP550, which can get good results with a lot of cropping. I have a Pentax 18-55 and a Tamron 70-300 that I have been using at home. Should I be able to get good colseups with the 18-250 lens? I would like to get a macro but as with the faster lens than the 18-250 it is out of my reach for now. Thanks 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. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: What plans do you have for old digital SLRs?
Greetings, Someday, I will purchase a K200D. Right now, my ist D is my main camera. I also own a Canon D30 which soon may be converted to IR because I really like what happens to an image when taken in IR. Right now, I have a Sony W-7 PS camera that was converted to IR. Jim A. Hi All, I was wondering on this cold and wet weekend as I nurse my cold (Melbourne winters are SO much fun) what I'm going to do with my ever increasing digital SLR collection. It's not really worth while selling them off, but I also don't want to keep them in a cupboard for the rest of eternity. I normally have 2 cameras in operation. A field camera, that I won't loose sleep over if it ends up being dropped into sea water and for want of a better term a studio camera that I use when the danger is not imminent. The current field camera is an istD, the studio camera is a K10D and I have a retired (or spare) istD doing nothing. I've resisted the K20D simply because I don't want to have too many cameras without a purpose. But the K30D is on the list and at that point I have 2 istD's sitting around. This might be a good time to start playing with stereo photography, all I need is a second of one of the lenses I already own and I'm away. When the K10D is retired it may end up being converted to IR. Given new cameras coming out every couple of years and even buying into every second generation I'm going to drown in cameras eventually if I don't find uses for them. Has anyone else thought of this or already run into the problem? and if so what have you done/plan to do? -- Leon http://www.bluering.org.au http://www.bluering.org.au/leon -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: pentax sighting...sort of...
Nice story. I recall when the 6X7 was introduced (I think the 1960s). I picked it up and decided that it was much too large for me to handle. Years later, I settled on the 645 Pentax which I still use to photograph weddings. Jim A. hi, no photos, just a small story... :-)) there's a camera repair guy near my workplace who does everything from small point and shoots to nikon d200s. since he has been at it for long, he also has a large customer base and his camera repair shop also serves as an unofficial sell-buy hub. i drop in once in a while to see if he's got anything interesting (over the last two years i've got a k50/1.2 and the k30/2.8 from him in very good condition at throwaway prices)...i had gone there yesterday and for the first time yesterday laid my eyes on a pentax 6x7 in good condition. looks like one of the earlier models (asahi pentax) with a takumar super-multi-coated 105/2.4 lens. he said i could have it for the equivalent of US$240. i wouldn't know what to do with it and don't even know whether i have the biceps to handle it. so just played around with it for a while just to get a sense of what it must feel like to be in the brotherhood. the k10d is itself more camera than i can handle :-) regards, subash -- cheers, subash -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Tamron\Pentax 18-250 lens
I purchased the rebranded Pentax lens for my trip to China last March. I didn't really look for any flaws in the images that might have been caused by the lens. It did the job for what I intended for, capturing the sights of the places in China that our tour took us. Jim A. I have read that the Pentax 18-250 lens is a rebranded Tamron lens, with the addition of a zoom lock. Did Pentax change anything besides the addition of the zoom lock? On my last overseas trip I used a K100D with the kit Sigma 18-50 lens and an Olympus SP550UZ for the long shots and movies. The Oly worked ok and I think the long shots, such as gargoyles on Notre Dame, with it were generally ok, the biggest problem was in low light conditions when it often took a long time to lock on and the usually very good stabilisation didn't work too good. For my next trip I was thinking of getting a Pentax 18-250 for my K10. I have read a lot of good things about it, but have also read some reviews that make it sound like the distortion at the wide and long ends are noticeable, possibly more than that of the Oly. I have also read that because of the slowness, particularly at the long end, it can take a while to focus in low light. Could anyone tell me how the 18 mm shots with the 18-250 compare with those from the Pentax 18-55? I am trying to decide between using my 18-55 lens on the K10, which I know produces good results, and continue using the Oly for long shots, or getting the 18-250 and use the Oly only for video. Thanks Mike Note: To protect against computer viruses, e-mail programs may prevent sending or receiving certain types of file attachments. Check your e-mail security settings to determine how attachments are handled. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Ads for Pentax
Back in the early 1960's, I bought my first 35mm camera from Ritz. Back then they were located only on the East Coast, if my memory serves me correctly. My first 35mm was the Argus C3. Jim A. I used to work for Ritz. From what I gathered, their relationship with Pentax was rocky at best. Their smaller stores will get the K200's, but for a K20 you'd have to go to one of their 'Ultra' stores. The smaller stores only get a basic selection of gear (kit lenses, 55-200/75-300s, the odd tamron 18-200, maybe one or two 'specialty' Canikon lenses), while the Ultra's have a pretty good selection. If customer came in looking for an item we didn't have, we could transfer it from our local Ultra store or 'Ritz Express' it in. In all honesty, if they have to ritz express an item in, you're better off buying it online. As for their ads, I don't think they check local inventory when they print them. I helped open a new store, and the grand opening ad mentioned a cheapo clearance film PS that we never even had in stock. The only reason I go there anymore is a) I still have friends who work there and b) they're geographically closer than anything but walmart. Jake On Jun 22, 2008, at 1:24 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: gldnbearz wrote: In the Ritz insert to Sunday's paper, I see they are advertising the Pentax K110D Super Digital SLR as a Blow Out Sale. Was there ever such a K110D Super? No. That's a misprint. What would be the point in losing the business of walk-in customers by selling them out of date merchandise? Maybe they've found that walk-in customers don't usually return for more stuff anyway? -bmw -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: How often do you use a tripod? (Was: Re: Tripod Q)
I use my tripod when I want to carefully compose a photograph, like, say, a wedding. I recently purchased a product called Trek-Pod Go that combines a walking staff, monopod, or tripod. When I visited the Big Island of Hawaii, the Trek-Pod Go helped to steady me when I walked over lava fields - and my Pentax *ist D when I needed to compose a shot. Jim A. This tripod discussion has been very interesting, but the question arises: How often are people =using= their tripods these days? I have found that since getting the K10D with its anti-shake, I rarely use one; and it's really nice to leave that 3-5 lbs (1.5-2.5 kg, if you prefer) of gear and the set-up fuss behind. Rick http://www.photo.net/photos/RickW -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: smc PENTAX-DA 17-70mmF4AL[IF] SDM
I still use my ist D. Have thought about getting a 200 D, but after using my D in China, and seeing the results, I put that thought on the back burner. Jim A. SDM only according to the site. It would appeal to *ist D series owners and manual focus only will turn some off. Then again a body only lasts 5 or 6 years in the digital world so who's still using a *ist D class camera... Dario Bonazza wrote: http://www.dpreview.com/news/0806/08060301pentax17-70sdm.asp -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Pentax LX, auto/TTL flash and slow speeds
To achieve slow sync with the 280T and the LX, I had to purchase a special holder made by Pentax. You attach the 280 to the shoe atop the holder and connect it to the LX using that special synch cable made by Pentax (I recall it was an expensive cable). The holder has a switch on it for Auto Sync. Set or Slow Speed Sync. When set to Slow Speed Sync (with the flash set to TTL Auto), I can use shutter speeds below X Synch and usually get perfect exposure. Jim A. Only way I was able to shoot slow sync with that combination was to shoot on 'manual' flash setting and do the math. It always pleased me that the 280 would release the 1/80 shutter for such shooting. Jack --- William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: Godfrey DiGiorgi Subject: Re: Pentax LX, auto/TTL flash and slow speeds I don't know the LX at all, but can't you just set the exposure time you want to use manually along with the aperture? Most cameras with TTL flash metering I've used will still control the flash output that way. No. Unfortunately, with a dedicated flash, the LX reverts to 1/80 second unless the control pin is covered. 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. Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Why i don't shoot weddings.
I photographed one wedding using a Canon D60 digital. Yes, it was great to be able to see the results on the display. No, it wasn't fun looking at the results on my computer and tweaking them to make me satisfied with the results. When I shot with film, I knew what I would get because I had done so many using the same techniques I had developed over 30 years. Did a wedding last September where the owner of the wedding site said her husband had gone back to using film because of the stress in having to look through hundreds of files and tweaking them. There was an article in a local photo magazine about a wedding photographer who claims he is different from other photographers shooting digitally because he uses film, a medium that his clients are no longer familiar with but who like his results. I'm photographing a wedding next weekend. My client is happy I am using film because she likes film results over digital. Jim A. I have the same question. Digital takes much of the stress out of wedding shooting, because the photographer has complete control. Not true with film. Paul -- Original message -- From: Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Do you mean that you shoot no film except at weddings, =or= that your wedding shoots are exclusively film? If the latter, why? Rick --- Jim Apilado [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are a lot of amateur photographers who make the jump to professional wedding photographer. I've done dozens of weddings over the past 30 years. Still an amateur, and still shooting film ONLY at weddings. Have had lots of good food and good beer. Jim A. On Mar 8, 2008, at 6:28 AM, Rebekah wrote: ouch. I'd love to shoot a wedding, but not as the official photographer, more for my own enjoyment. That sure seems like a weighty responsibility! rg2 On 3/8/08, David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Had a beer with a friend last night. They were at a relatives wedding last month, and the wife of a brother was asked to do the wedding photos. She has some sort of a non PS camera i'm lead to believe.:-) Anyway, he tells me last night, that NONE of the photos she took came out, Unknown if she shot film or digital, but i suspect film if it took this long to find out. As expected, they are pissed, and a family row is now in full swing. Dave -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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. Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Why i don't shoot weddings.
I don't photograph weddings very often. If my favorite lab were to go out of business than I probably will just quit doing them. I do teach a wedding photography class through a community college. Everyone in my class last spring shoot digital. They took the class because they were not sure what types of pictures they should take, or how to pose them. They are more comfortable shooting digital, but need some pointers that they feel is better acquired by talking to a veteran wedding photographer. Jim A. Film is basically batch processed. In printing, some control is exercised, the amount of which varies in proportion to how much one pays. With digital, each frame is processed individually and prints or print files can e fine tuned. The last two weddings I shot were digital, and I was ale to roduce perfectly matched shots. The busiest and most expensive wedding photographers i know all shoot digital. Yes, there are a few promoting film as something special, but theyre few and far between. And, as I said in an earlier post, the photographer is at the mercy of the lab. With one lab after another failing, that's not a good place to e. Paul -- Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I photographed one wedding using a Canon D60 digital. Yes, it was great to be able to see the results on the display. No, it wasn't fun looking at the results on my computer and tweaking them to make me satisfied with the results. When I shot with film, I knew what I would get because I had done so many using the same techniques I had developed over 30 years. Did a wedding last September where the owner of the wedding site said her husband had gone back to using film because of the stress in having to look through hundreds of files and tweaking them. There was an article in a local photo magazine about a wedding photographer who claims he is different from other photographers shooting digitally because he uses film, a medium that his clients are no longer familiar with but who like his results. I'm photographing a wedding next weekend. My client is happy I am using film because she likes film results over digital. Jim A. I have the same question. Digital takes much of the stress out of wedding shooting, because the photographer has complete control. Not true with film. Paul -- Original message -- From: Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Do you mean that you shoot no film except at weddings, =or= that your wedding shoots are exclusively film? If the latter, why? Rick --- Jim Apilado [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are a lot of amateur photographers who make the jump to professional wedding photographer. I've done dozens of weddings over the past 30 years. Still an amateur, and still shooting film ONLY at weddings. Have had lots of good food and good beer. Jim A. On Mar 8, 2008, at 6:28 AM, Rebekah wrote: ouch. I'd love to shoot a wedding, but not as the official photographer, more for my own enjoyment. That sure seems like a weighty responsibility! rg2 On 3/8/08, David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Had a beer with a friend last night. They were at a relatives wedding last month, and the wife of a brother was asked to do the wedding photos. She has some sort of a non PS camera i'm lead to believe.:-) Anyway, he tells me last night, that NONE of the photos she took came out, Unknown if she shot film or digital, but i suspect film if it took this long to find out. As expected, they are pissed, and a family row is now in full swing. Dave -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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. Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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
Re: GESO: IR Cacti
I have often wondered what cacti would look like photographed in IR. Very nice. Jim A. I love being able to see when shooting IR. http://members.iinet.net.au/~derbyc/08_03/08_03_IRCacti/index.htm D -- [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.iinet.net.au/~derbyc -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Bong Manayon http://www.bong.uni.cc -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: K10D or K20D.
I'm still using my *ist D Pentax. I recently purchased the Pentax 18-250 zoom (re-badged Tamron), and now I am considering getting the K100 Super which has the same 6.1 megapixels. Jim A. On Feb 8, 2008 10:07 AM, Malcolm Smith [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now I really don't know. I'd manage to get a K10D for a reasonable sum but the K20D is a big leap in spec from my *ist D and it offers me the bizarre situation of owning something current. Anyone else updating from an *ist D? I'm planning to. I'm a little worried, the old *ist has made me very happy since I bought it in May 2004 (my write-up at the time: http://www.tbray.org/ongoing/When/200x/2004/05/16/PentaxDSLR). I've grown so accustomed to the old Pentax that I'm sure the transition will be painful. -T -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Your Great Photographic Moments?
My greatest photographic moment was when the U.S. Mail delivered my first 35mm camera. It was an Argus C3 that I got from then based Ritz Camera in D.C. It cost me $50 and came with two auxilary lense. Later, I got two interchangeable lenses that work with the camera. When I received a Honeywell Pentax H3 for my college graduation gift, I actually prefered the rangefinder focusing method on my Argus. Much later, my rangefinder experience was increased by the purchase of a Leica M2. Jim A. Hi Everyone: I hope you don't find this request tiresome, but given the great international reach, the delightfully varied life experiences and photographic interests, and the endless talent of the list, I'd love to hear stories about your greatest photographic moments. Anyone willing to share a story or 2? 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: has anybody used 18-250 ?
I bought the 18-250 re-badged Tamron lens the other day from Adorama. I, too, wanted a lens that could substitute for other zooms. I'm headed for China in March and didn't want to have to change lenses very often when I am there. Jim A. Has anybody used the Pentax version of the 18-250 (smc P-DA 18-250mm) yet? Any impressions about it? I don't seem to find any reasonable reviews. I know, I know, many people here have a snobbish attitude towards this lens. It is not as great as 85/1.4 or 77/1.8. However, even though I am not a soccer mom or dad, but I am considering getting this one -- suitable for trips where I have weight/volume limitations, or for occasions where I need wide range of focal lengths but cannot switch lenses (e.g. when it is too dusty or there is no time for that). For the former occasions, it would replace Tokinas 19-35,28-70,and Tamron 70-300, while possibly leaving some space for 1 or 2 primes. Igor PS. Interesting reading regarding Tamron cousin (brother?) lens: http://forums.steves-digicams.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=579477forum_id=94jump_to=806201 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: Mouldering film camera survey
I haven't used my ES and ES II cameras, except to exercise them with no film in them. The camera I use infrequently is a PZ1-p. I still use my 645 a lot because I like the large negative. Jim A. Here is a sad survery. How many Pentax film cameras do you have that you are rarely, if ever, using? List by model and number if you like. Reply in confidence to warobb at accesscomm.ca I'll tally them up and post numbers, but not names when I have something. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: DIGITAL SURVEY
Must be about time for one. Actually I was reading something on a different list about expectations and fulfilments with regard to DSLR cameras. No need to be precise about brands here, it can be any DSLR, but please limit to this sort of digital camera (with interchangable lens facility) - so no PS or anything esle. Purpose? To help inform my suspicions... 1/ How many DSLRs do you currently own? 3 2/ How many have you owned in the past? 1 3/ How many years ago did you buy (not just use) your first DSLR? 3 4/ What's the longest length of time you've owned a single DSLR camera? 3 5/ When you purchased your first DSLR, did it live up to expectations? yes 6/ How long have you owned you current DSLR (if more than one, the latest) ? 2 7/ Has your latest DSLR lived up to expectations ? yes 8/ If a new model is released that supersedes - improves upon - your current or latest model, will you buy it? Maybe 9/ If a new model is released that supersedes - improves upon - your current or latest model, will you consider your current or latest model 'obsolete' ? My 1st was already obsolete 10/ Do you consider your first DSLR (whether still owned or not) 'obsolete'? no 11/ Have you ever had sex with a bicycle? (You don't have to answer this. In fact, better if you don't). Personal summary of results in a week. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: PESO: Seattle at Dusk
I've taken photographs of the Seattle Skyline from that same area you were in. A really neat shot is one taken around sunset. The buildings all glow with the reddish-orange rays of the setting sun. Jim A. Another from my recent Seattle trip. There are a few open wooden piers along the harbor with beautiful views of the city and Puget Sound. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6641058size=lg K10D, DA 16-45, ISO 800, f/4 @ 1/10, handheld, RAW via Lightroom. I eagerly anticipate comments and critiques. Rick Be a better pen pal. Text or chat with friends inside Yahoo! Mail. See how. http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: The Cult of Leica
Leica PS cameras. Aren't they just re-badged Panasonics? Jim A. Speaking of Leica, has anyone looked at/tried the latest Leica PS that is 10 megpxl? I was looking at one the other day and it was priced at about 500.00 and looked/felt pretty spiffy. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Sometimes it's hard to shoot Pentax
In the film days, I think Pentax and Nikon were the big draws. When Canon came out with the AE-1, they became a player. Minolta made its mark with the Maxxam AF cameras. IMO, Pentax lost out with the SF series of AF cameras. Canon EOS cameras were much better, I believe. I am not as familiar with Nikon gear, although in my mind, the F series were pro machines. What seems strange to me is going to an electronics toy store and seeing lots of cameras there, Canons, Nikons, Sonys, Panasonics, and Olympus. Pentax? Hm. Maybe not. Jim A. So, after my fruitless search for the 16-50mm f2.8 over the last coupe of days (except for the 5 available from the guy in Tokyo on eBay, for $1,185.00US), I decided to take a deep breath and not worry about it for now. I took a drive down to a local camera shop in Sacramento to pick up a couple white background rolls and listen to the radio on the way. At some point I was reminded about this months' issue of Outdoor Photographer. In it, they reviewed the K10D touting its unique Foveon X3 chip (see inset, pg. 92). Suddenly, those old feelings of being abused crept back into my head drowning out Boston's More than a feeling. I got to the shop and found my rolls of Arctic White 53 x 36' I was needing. I took a look around and wasn't suprised to see everything but Pentax on the shelves. So, I asked one of the salesmen, Do you guys carry any new Pentax stuff? No, sorry. You must be one of the last people to still shoot Pentax. Hum, that's a damn shame, I said, if you did I buy one of their new lenses from you. I thought my point was obvious. Well, only about 1 in a 1000 people ever ask about Pentax anymore, he said as if his math were valid. That may be, but some of their new gear is quite good, ya know, I said not knowing that he really didn't know and was even less interested in what I was about to say. The K10D has been making some waves and they have some great new lenses coming out for it. Well, I don't know anthing about it, I haven't read any of the reviews on it, and I don't make those decisions anyway the owner does. There's a lot of great gear out there that we don't carry. At that point he handed me the charge slip to sign and I took my yellow copy and left. It's a sad thing though. I really used to get such a kick out of going to camera stores. Not so much anymore. -Brendan Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Yahoo! Auto Green Center. http://autos.yahoo.com/green_center/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Wedding Experience (long)
Your first wedding should be when you are the principle photographer. Then you will be nervous as hell. I don't know much about the current state of videography. Do they capture stills from their video, or do your friends just shoot videos only? Jim A. [impatient? scroll down for the link] I shot my first wedding this past Saturday. Luckily, I was *not* the paid wedding photographer. Instead, some friends of mine who have a videography company let me tag along under the guise of their still-shot assistant. In any event, I thought I'd share my experience in hopes of any helpful comments, criticisms, etc. Long story short, I learned that I am not ready for prime time just yet. But the practice was invaluable. To state the obvious: shooting a real wedding was a whole lot different than sitting around the house thinking about it! And getting practice in a situation where there was almost no pressure was great0, especially given the fact that I'm not all that thrilled with the results. If I was getting paid as the main photographer, I would definitely be stressing right now over the quality of the pictures. But one thing I will say is that I LEARNED A LOT!! For example... 1. My autofocus is WAY too slow. FYI, I shot with 2 K10D's, a sigma 70-200mm 2.8, 24-70mm 2.8, and the Pentax 12-24 lens. Granted Pentax is known for having slower autofocus than Canon and Nikon (begin debate here)... but I've never seen this become a huge factor until Saturday... maybe because I mostly take pictures of waterfalls, landscapes, and my son who can't walk or crawl yet. Anyway, I missed a lot of shots while the camera hunted for something to focus on. And many of the shots I did fire off were blurry beyond salvaging due to my shutter speed being too slow. In the end, I ended up having to switch to manual focus for almost everything just for insurance purposes. 2. My #1 objective was to not be seen or be a distraction to the other photographer, and with that I thought I could get away with not using flash for the entire ceremony. Big mistake. This particular church is on television almost every day, and so they have great tv lighting. I did some test shots the night before and the light temp seemed perfect w/o a flash. Well, I don't know what happened from one day to the next, but all of my photos in the sanctuary came out with the worst reddish yellow hue. Example here: http://exposedfilm.net/wwsmith/yellow.jpg I haven't a clue how I didn't pick it up during the ceremony, but I didn't. So of course it was a fight to neutralize everything in Photoshop. 3. Probably the most important thing I messed up... I blew the exposure on all of the brides dress photos (d'oh!!). I think this is the one I would've got murdered for if I was the real photographer. Absolutely no detail in her dress. Just a big white mass. My guess is that I should have exposed for the dress and let everything else fall into place. If the tuxedos ended up pitch black, I think that would've been better. But a bride expects to see every trim line, lace, and bead on her dress in the photos. So I messed up big time on this one. According to all of my photos, the bride just had on a big bright white sheet. But the tuxedos look sharp! (ha) 4. This is the only one that I couldn't do anything about. Being 5th in line behind 3 videographers and a paid photographer, I didn't want to move around too much, so my angles were limited. To be honest, even the paid photographer was in a number of spots that I don't think I would've been comfortable in (seemed a little intrusive). The funny part is, I've got about 5 shots that would've been great... but they've all got some body part of the other photographer in them (head, arm, shoulder, etc.) It's actually kinda funny. But hey, at least I know I stayed out of his way. 5. My flash recycle time was unbearable. I used the AF 540FGZ on both bodies, and switched batteries on each one during the wedding. I missed SO MANY shots because the flash was recharging. The first thing I did on Sunday was to order the Power Pack III from BH. Hopefully that will make a huge difference the next time around (which is next Saturday, I think). Obviously I really need two, but alas there *is* a budget. And without further ado, here are the wee bit of keepers I managed to salvage from the shoot. As always comments and suggestions are welcomed and encouraged. http://exposedfilm.net/wwsmith I'm looking forward to my next opportunity to see if I improve. Thanks for reading. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: I Hate My *ist D - Eclipse Photos
I used my old Canon D60 and a 100-400 EF zoom lens. I set the ISO at first to 800 and then to 1000. Exposures were still about 2 sec. long (I could see the stars beginning to trail.) Of the 10 images I took, I liked just one. I might have gotten a better image had I waited until the moon began moving out of the Earth's shadow giving me more light. Anyway, seeing the eclipse was an occasion. Lunar eclipses are more common than the more spectacular solar eclipses. I read that another lunar eclipse will occur in Feb. 2008. Jim A. I hate my *ist D. I stayed up until 5:15 AM taking eclipse photos. The first several within 20 minutes of when the eclipse started look OK, though that was not the fabulous part of the evening(morning). However, the camera quickly became noisy (electronic noise), even at short exposures ISO 400 and 1/500 sec. All with Tokina 500 f/8 mirror lens. Of course it was at its absolute worst during totality. One shot for some reason was less noisy than the others, though still ruined by noise (next to the last as presented). http://photo.net/photodb/presentation.tcl?presentation_id=355756 Most shots looked good on the LCD, even when magnified to check focus, with orange hues and turquoise tones at the edge of earths shadow. All lost to noise. Some taken during totality didn't make muster because 8 - 10 sec exposures were too long and exhibited too much tracking across the frame. I'm not sure if I have a hardware problem with the camera... may be time to throw it in the trash. I've taken other aurora shots with the same body that were virtually noise free at exposures of 15 - 20 seconds. The newer *ist DS with less than 1000 shots on it was even worse, however, at ISO 800 and 2 secs. Images (not shown here) were absolutely obliterated. Looked like a Photoshop effect. Still amazing to watch. Tom C. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Spotmatic F Question
My F has the two holes for flash connections on the left side of the lens mount. The right side has the lever for the self-timer. The buttons might be the covers for the flash connections. Jim A. Hi All, Why do some of the Spotmatic Fs seem to have two small button-like things to the right of the lens while others do not have them? What function do these two things serve? Glen -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO -- The Bride
I looked at the picture and wonder if the two guys are wondering if you blew out the bride's dress with HSS. Jim A. As I explained in an earlier message, I struggled with my equipment yesterday at the wedding. Out of 113, I had 12 decent photos, and 6 good photos. I really liked this photo, and I've done as much as I can to save it. I blew out the bride's dress with HSS, unfortunately. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/wedding.jpg Mike -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Wedding photography
Your first sentence is what I tell my one-evening wedding class. I also tell them they could be crazy to want to do weddings. If they decide they want to be wedding photographers, I tell them to be patient because the wedding day can be chaotic. I shoot film, not digital. I use a Pentax 645 and a Pentax PZ1p. Also bring along my trusty Leica M2's. Strobe light is a Sunpak. Jim A. Wedding photography is hard! I attended a wedding yesterday. It was a fairly low-key affair, and there was no official photographer. The bride and groom just asked for the guests to send their digital photos via email after the wedding. I was also asked to bring my gear and take photos. I've done a portraiture course, but don't have a lot of experience working with my AF360 flash in dark situations. I struggled all night. Out of the 113 photos that I snapped, about a dozen were useable. I'm glad that there was someone else who seemed to have more of an official role than I, and he was using a D70s. I kept over or underexposing, and couldn't get it right. Wedding photography is hard. I'm going to stick to landscapes!! :) Mike -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Just Bought a KX
Of those K cameras that came out in the Seventies, I still own the K2 DMD. I had a KX MD body for awhile. Jim A. Hello, I am a new member--just joined today. I currently own a Pentax ZX- M. I bought it three years ago, and, at the time, I was not sure if I would like fully manual operation. I like the ZX-M so much that it inspired me to purchase the classic I bought today: a silver Pentax KX. I may have paid a bit more than I should have (I am not sure), but the camera is listed as being in condition 9.8. Anyway, it will arrive here next week...I can hardly wait. The camera comes with the f 1.4 lens, a strap (with protective heat-shrinks), a filter, and a period lens cap. I would like to find an original KX user manual in nice condition. Best regards, Glen -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO -- Mt. Robson
Wow! Jim A. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/08/06/mount-robson/ After 12 hours of travel from Victoria, BC to Mount Robson Provincial Park on the BC/Alberta border, I was exhausted and slightly giddy. Managed to take this photo from a moving vehicle, through the windshield as we had no energy left for stopping. Mount Robson is the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3954m. K10D, DA50-200mm, etc... Comments, all welcome. Enjoy! Mike -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: FID (Film is Dead)
Were the strange customers digital users? Jim A. - Original Message - From: John Sessoms Subject: Re: FID (Film is Dead) I'm still making a living feeding it into an automatic machine. Ain't a real great living, but it's paying the bills. Truth be to tell, I enjoyed the work very much, the customers got kinda strange later on though. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: FID (Film is Dead)
There are some c.c. courses that a person could take for the challenge. Learning traditional photography would be a challenge to those people who only know Photoshop and digital imaging. And a traditional photography class would be a fun challenge. I learned a lot in taking a traditional photography class that helped me with my digital work. Jim A. If the mission of a community college is to prepare students for the workplace, training them in the skills of darkroom technique, as opposed to photoshop and digital phtography really misses the point. When resources are scarce, you have to focus on your goals. See you later, gs http://georgesphotos.net On 8/3/07, Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Several professors I know who teach photography around the USA and in Europe at prominent universities/colleges were telling me four/five years ago that their school administration had closed down funding for new film cameras/wet lab equipment and were putting plans in place to replace all of their equipment with digital cameras, image processing workstations, etc. I think film/wet lab courses by now are the exception rather than the rule in most college photography programs. Godfrey I think you're probably right. Very few schools that I've looked into lately have had traditional photo courses. Many have canceled their photography courses altogether, or reduced them to one or two electives in an arts program. A few years ago, when we were living in St. Louis, the community college offered photo courses that required darkroom work. These courses often filled well before the start of the semester. They still offer the course but I don't know anything about the enrollment anymore. The Harrisburg Community College (near our current home) still offers traditional photo courses with darkroom work. These courses fill to capacity often within a few days. My latest inquiry resulted in an offer to be put on a waiting list longer than twice the size limit of the class. There is a publicly available darkroom at an arts center about 20 miles from here. They recommend a reservation if you want to use the facility on the weekend. But still, most schools aren't even offering the courses anymore. With the demand around here (not exactly a major metropolitan area), I can't help but wonder why not. -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/fivetoedsloth/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: FID (Film is Dead)
If film is dead, why do I see a lot of slr photographers toting around those antique film cameras? I still enjoy using my LX, ESII, Canon T90, and my Leica M2. Jim A. As far as i can tell from the upcoming semester programs, some High schools still have darkroom classes for grade 9 ers. I cannot find any night classes. My old place is now shut down due to obvious lack of enrollmentr. They could not make any money from just me and th eother guy.:-). Durham Colleg still has a course, and does Georgian in Barrie(night and day)but its just to far to travel. Dave On 8/3/07, Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Scott Loveless wrote: Very few schools that I've looked into lately have had traditional photo courses. Many have canceled their photography courses altogether, or reduced them to one or two electives in an arts program. I just checked our School of Fine and Performing Arts catalogue and here are all the photography-specific courses we offer: Course # Description Semester Hrs. ART 2673 Digital Photography .3 s.h. ART 2671 Intro. to BW Photo .3 s.h. ART 4894 Topics in Digital Imaging ..3 s.h. ART 2672 Color Photography ...3 s.h. ART 3773 Intermediate BW Photo .3 s.h. ART 3774 Digital Photo 2 3 s.h. ART 5871 Adv. Photo: Studio .3 s.h. ART 5872 Adv. Photo: Studio Mural ...3 s.h. ART 3785 History of Still Photography ...3 s.h. I'm going to talk to some of the faculty in the fall, but I suspect only the two BW-specific courses involve darkroom work. But I'll report back when I know more. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: FID (Film is Dead)
Since when is it necessary for a film photographer to take lots of pictures? I went out today and took pictures using a Stereo Realist camera. I did one roll. I was deliberate in my stereo photography so get the best effect. Sorry I won't make my local film processor happy by not taking lots and lots of pictures. Jim A. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: FID (Film is Dead) If film is dead, why do I see a lot of slr photographers toting around those antique film cameras? I still enjoy using my LX, ESII, Canon T90, and my Leica M2. Look at film sales by volume. The numbers aren't there anymore. Ask the people at your local photolab what sort of film volumes they are processing now as compared to 5 years ago. You may be seeing a few people still carrying around film cameras, but they aren't taking very many pictures. The last numbers I had available to me regarding film processing(spring 06) was that we were running about a fifth of the film we had been processing 5 years previous, and over half of it was from single use cameras. I don't think it has gotten any better in the last year. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Available light wedding
I use my 645 with the LS 75mm and the 55mm. I also use a Pentax 400 T strobe. I purchased the LS 75 so I could have a higher sync speed when shooting flash outdoors. I take an incident light metering of the scene and set my shutter speed and f-stop. I use the 400 T for fill flash. I power down the light output to balance the ambient light with the strobe. If shooting inside a church, I meter using the camera's system. I set my 400T to TTL Auto and attach it to the camera via that special Pentax synch cord. I get very good balance between the flash and the church's ambient light. For my candids, I use a Pentax LX and a Leica M2. I shoot film because I'm most comfortable with it because I have done weddings for many years. Jim A. Hi there, I'm relatively new to this list, but I would like to ask about a scenario I have not been able to find much discussion about in the archives. I nearly always use available light in my photographs, and I still use film. I do work for a weekly newspaper and use a Nikon DSLR as time restraints and deadlines dictate, but my love is shooting with my pair of Pentax MXs and soon, a Pentax 645, which will replace my Mamiya C33 as my primary medium format rig. (I also have a few Brownie Hawkeyes and a Graflex 22 TLR that round out my low-budget yet fun to use MF gear.) To the scenario... I have been commissioned by some acquaintances to shoot their wedding this fall. Ceremony will be outdoors, mid September, at 4:30 p.m. at a mountaintop resort in West Virginia. (About three hours before sunset, according to the US Naval Observatory.) Weather permitting, it should be a beautiful event, the light that time of year is wonderful, and the backdrop will be a panorama of mountains with leaves beginning to change. I'm also being asked to photograph the first hour of the reception, which will be indoors, in a typical banquet hall setting at the resort--the luminescent and aesthetic antithesis of the ceremony. Guests are being provided with disposable cameras for the remainder of the reception. Browsing this list's archives and a number of other respected forums, I see the vast majority of folks shoot weddings using zooms (typically ~28-70 and ~80-200) and flash (often using a stroboframe or similar bracket). My style, as mentioned before, however, is natural light and a collection of prime lenses, excluding my new SMC-A 35-105mm f3.5. While it's not the way the majority of folks shoot weddings, this couple approached me because they like my work. (And I've offered a reasonable fee, since this is my first wedding gig. I warned them of the risk of my inexperience, encouraged them to shop around for other photographers, they did, and they came back to me.) I'm rather inspired to see that until recently, Jeff Ascough was shooting by available light and on film, with Leicas, of course, rather than the much under-rated MX. ;) He has since gone digital. The glass I plan to use includes the SMC-M 50mm 1.4, an Elicar 90mm 2.5, and I'd like to pick up a SMC-M 34mm f2 for something wide, fast and affordable that won't distort group shots. For the 645 I have the 75mm and the 45mm. I may consider picking up the 150mm. This camera will probably be relegated to the formal portraits, as I think the MX is more suited to the PJ coverage of the wedding and reception, being inconspicuous and less intimidating to people on the other end of the glass. I'd like to hear folks' thoughts on lenses appropriate for the job, film recommendations for such a scenario (I'm thinking Portra 160 and 400 -- likely 800 for the reception and Ilford XP2 Super), and if I'm being a crazy for eschewing flash. I look forward to hearing what folks have to say. Thanks, Drew -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Available light wedding
Hi Drew, I just let the 400 T and the 645 do all the work balancing the ambient light and the flash output. Most churches prefer photographers not use flash during the ceremony. For my available work, I use the fabulous LX camera and the following lenses, the 40mm, 135, or 200. I did a wedding in February where the bride wanted the church lights dimmned down to approximate candle lighting. I asked the priest to adjust the lights a little brighter so I could record the scene with the Fujicolor 400 film. The bride never realized that I had boosted the light up. Wedding photography is hard work. I offer a one evening class on wedding photography through a community college. The first words out of my mouth is that wedding photography is very hard work, work that isn't for the faint of heart. I've been working weddings for over 35 years. Jim A. Hi folks! Thanks for the input received so far. I'm finding it very helpful. Paul- I do plan on having both my bodies on me. I shoot like this a lot at festivals and parades for the newspaper. To address the issue of low, mixed lighting, I may propose--when I meet with the couple again in a couple of weeks--using some high speed black and white film since the disposables the guests will have will likely be color. I did that once, as a guest shooter with my Yashica Lynx 14 (my wife was using the MX with the 50/1.4) and a Vivitar 283 when it was necessary and my friends were tickled with the album we gave them. And thanks for reminding me about fill flash to balance subjects with backgrounds outdoors. I appreciate it. Jim- Thanks for your thoughts as well. I've had my eye on the 75mm LS for that very reason. I haven't had much call for flash at all in my MF work, this wedding will be an exception. When using the 400T for fill, do you find you typically dial it down about 1 stop below what you'd need for full on flash? Also, which camera and lenses do you tend to use when shooting the ceremony itself? Graywolf- I appreciate the encouragement. Like I said to Paul, I've used the combination I mentioned earlier in events and haven't felt lacking. I'm a big fan of my Nike-zoom. I am doing a CD, but the couple knows that it will only have a few hundred shots. In fact, they really don't want to go overkill with the coverage. Talking to them about this initially, they really aren't interested in quantity. They're interested in a modest selection of shots that are well-done. I had to urge them a little bit to agree to do formal portraits, because I knew their parents would murder me if there weren't any of those to show for the big day. Thanks again, folks. I'm open to more input if anyone has it. -Drew -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Long Beach, Vancouver Island
Love the black and white of The Beach. The tiny figure of a person seems to magnify the vastnes of the beach. Jim A. Two perspectives on the skies over Long Beach on the Pacific Rim - one in black and white, the other in colour. I spend a week in this incredible place, and it's amazing. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/07/17/the-beach/ http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/07/16/long-beach/ Comments welcome! Thanks! Enjoy Mike -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Camera Armor coming soon for K10D
A camera clad like the illustration would draw a lot of comments. Don't know if I would want to draw attention when I'm out shooting. I know I get attention when I use a Stereo Realist because most photographers have never seen one before. Jim A. Coming soon for the K10D: Camera Armor. This blog post has some more details: http://ok1000.blogspot.com/2007/07/k10d-camera-armor-coming-soon.html I think it's a pretty nifty idea, especially for people who are or want to be rough with their equipment. If I had money and a local place to buy it, I'd get myself a black Camera Armor for my K10D. The camo color idea would be great for serious wildlife photographers and kids who want to look tough. Any thoughts? John Celio P.S.: Finally got my computer working at 100%. All it took was a replacement motherboard, and fortunately Dell makes their systems easy to swap parts in and out of. I'm not counting my chickens yet, but I'm much happier. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Wedding photos
Isn't wedding photography fun? Think you would do another one? I have only done one wedding using a digital slr. I still prefer film. Jim A. I shot my first wedding on Saturday. That was one hell of a learning experience. Some family members who couldn't make it requested a few photos right away, so I uploaded 5 this morning. Absolutely no editing at all - straight from the camera, resized and converted to jpg. http://picasaweb.google.com/sdloveless/Wedding The K10 performed well for the most part. Faster glass is in order and I think I'll get the cable to connect the 360 to the K10 when it's on the bracket. For the most part everything was shot on hyper-manual. I did notice a few instances of sequential shots being exposed differently. Perhaps it was due to the flash not being fully charged? A little testing in a controlled environment might shed some light g on the situation. Overall, though, the 360 performed really well. I'm pleased. After I've had a chance to go through the 630-something photos and edit them I'll put a few more on line. -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Wedding photos
Isn't wedding photography fun? Think you would do another one? I have only done one wedding using a digital slr. I still prefer film. Jim A. I shot my first wedding on Saturday. That was one hell of a learning experience. Some family members who couldn't make it requested a few photos right away, so I uploaded 5 this morning. Absolutely no editing at all - straight from the camera, resized and converted to jpg. http://picasaweb.google.com/sdloveless/Wedding The K10 performed well for the most part. Faster glass is in order and I think I'll get the cable to connect the 360 to the K10 when it's on the bracket. For the most part everything was shot on hyper-manual. I did notice a few instances of sequential shots being exposed differently. Perhaps it was due to the flash not being fully charged? A little testing in a controlled environment might shed some light g on the situation. Overall, though, the 360 performed really well. I'm pleased. After I've had a chance to go through the 630-something photos and edit them I'll put a few more on line. -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT SD the future?
I opted to stick with my *ist D because I had a few CF cards. I didn't want to have to spend more money to get SD cards to use on a newer Pentax. Plus, I have a Canon D60 that uses CF cards. (I believe Canon still uses CF cards for their dslr's.) SD storage may have come down in price, but I would have to spend more money. Jim A. I see that Olympus managed to shoehorn both an xD Picture card and Compact Flash (Type I and II) memory cards into their tiny E-410. Didn't anyone tell them that they should have used SD? -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://picasaweb.google.com/distudio/PESO http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax in Portland
Your're wallet will hurt less in Portland because there is no sales tax in Oregon. A lot of Washingtonians come south to Oregon to shop because of the no sales tax. Have a great trip. Jim A. Gabriel Cain wrote: For Seattle, there are a few good shops around: There's Glazer's Camera in downtown, at 9th Republication http://glazerscamera.com/ And there's Kenmore camera, near Seattle (in Kenmore, one of the suburbs) http://www.kcamera.com/ Of the two, Glazers is less likely to have Pentax gear, but have more gear. Gabriel Thanks to everybody for the info. Seems like I'm more likely to find a good Pentax shop in Seattle than in Portland. My wallet will probably be hurting from my US visit. One more question: Can I expect to get the same prices in the shops as on their web shops? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax in Portland
Citizens Photo in Portland might be able to help.They sell Pentaxes. Jim A. On Sat, May 05, 2007 at 02:22:01PM +0200, Morten Dahl wrote: I'm going to Portland, Oregon, this summer, escaping Norwegian prices and VAT for a few days. I will be looking for a Pentax shop (or a shop willing to order some lenses in advance). Any suggestions? Not since CameraWorld became part of the Ritz chain :-( -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Anyone travel with a step stool?
I carry a small step stool that I sometimes use at weddings. Jim A. Well, got to give list a miss for a while, just pop in and out next few days. Busy. But in quite a few photographic spots lately I've longed to be just 2-4 inches taller. And I am a tall gall. So I thought of grabbing my step stool (i have a little one) and putting it in the car trunk. This would only work for shots near the road, near my car. But sometimes there are fences and things that are hard to shoot over. Then, naturally, like the picnic blanket idea, I started wondering is there some el neato collapsible step stool, light weight, out there for photographers or someone? Or is this, like, a really weird idea? TIA, Marnie aka Doe :-) - Warning: I am now filtering my email, so you may be censored. ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: First Tulip
I love tulips. My favorite shots of budding tulips were done with a Stereo Realist camera. Jim A. A beautiful spring day in Michigan. My tulips are popping out all over. Grace is pleased. Paul http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=5910081 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Extremely retro
I have a green Vest Pocket Model B. The camera sits on a table beside a Kodak Auto 110 transparent model. Jim A. For you old camera enthusiasts: I reinvigorated my grandmother's old Kodak Vest Pocket Model B by having Jurgen Kreckel replace the disintegrated paper bellows (don't ask how much it cost). I just ran a roll of Efke 100 through it to see if it works. These pictures were taken early in April 2007 in the Sacramento area. I scanned a contact sheet, dust and all, and put the better shots into a little web page: http://www.westerickson.net/vestpocketmodelb It's kind of a refreshing change from worrying about whether to stay with my *ist-Ds or upgrade to a K10D. Enjoy, Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: April in Milwaukee
A friend of mine is moving from Madison to Huntington Beach, California. I'm sure he and his wife won't miss the weather. Jim A. A quick snap of Milwaukee weather... http://home.earthlink.net/~allaround6/quickpage/quickpage.htm -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax sighting--California State Capitol....
Are sightings just limited to DSLRs? A group of tourists asked me to take their picture using a PS Pentax. They were on the Wildwood Trail in the Hoyt Arboretum in Portland, OR. Didn't see the model number for the camera. Jim A. Was anyone on the list carrying a K10D at the California State Capitol building in Sacramento yesterday? --Mark -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Field
I like the soft blur in the foreground that takes your view to the sharp center, and then falls off to a blur in the background. Jim A. I'm trying to decide what I think of this shot. I would appreciate your opinions on it. Pentax K10D, Sigma 100-300/4 EX @ 110mm, Handheld ISO 280, 1/250 sec @ f/8 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_4616.htm -- Bruce -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - A bird in the Bush
I would not have placed the bird in the center. I'm sure the bird would not have lingered long for you to re-compose. I like the contrast of the deep blue in the feathers with the rich green in the background. Jim A. This is the full frame shot. I rather like it in context and how it turned out rather than a hefty crop to show just the bird. What I like is how the bushes he is perched on are in the plane of focus and the background really blurs out. Pentax K10D, Sigma 100-300/4 EX @ 300mm, Handheld ISO 400, 1/180 sec @ f/8 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_4644.htm -- Bruce -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Help with identifying these pro films
A long time ago, I stopped using Kodak color film, except for Kodachrome. I began using Fuji film, mainly Fujichrome, and their pro print flims for weddings. I think film is in a state of flux, especially with Kodak (who, I believe would like to abandoned film). Sorry I can't help with these films listed below. Jim Hi all, I usually follow this list via the archives. I am de-cloaking to ask a question. By way of background, I am an amateur and my SLRs are all film - MZ-S, Z1-P, LX. My subjects are primarily fast moving objects (small children) and landscapes. Any still life photography is mainly aforesaid small children in resting state. I recently bought several hundred rolls of expired 35mm film. The seller assures me everything was kept in a fridge. The film came mostly without boxes, so my guess is it dates from 2001-2004. That's about the time he switched over to digital for work related reasons. I use mostly Superia and Reala, so here's a whole bunch of film I don't know anything about. My questions specifically are... 1) there any films that shouldn't be used past their expiry date, 2) films that are plain bad, or 3) films that are really good or have a particular characteristic I should be aware of? Please help! Fujicolor Press 800 Kodak Professional Supra 100 Kodak Professional Supra 400 Kodak Professional Supra 800 Kodak Ektapress 100, 100+, Gold100, PJ100 Kodak Ektapress 400+, Gold400, PJ400 Kodak Ektapress 1600 Gold1600 Kokak Ektapress Multispeed - what the heck is this? Fuji Super G Plus 100 Fuji Super G 400 Fuji Super HG 1600 Kodak Porta 160NC There are a few rolls of other miscellaneous types. Provia100, Porta 400BW, Ektachrome E100VS. Thanks in advance, George Wu _ Win a trip for four to a concert anywhere in the world! http://www.mobilelivetour.ca/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Auto-110 SLR
There's a place in, I think, New Jersey, called Essex Camera Repair. They claim that they can repair anything from the classic cameras to the modern digitals. Jim A. Does anyone know somewhere that will attempt to repair a Pentax Auto-110 (actually Auto-110 Super)? I have one that froze up last year and I have not been able to find anyone who will undertake to repair it. I had not used it in a while, six months or more, and decided to play with it. I put fresh batteries in and a new film cartridge. The first time I tripped the shutter it froze with the shutter closed and the mirror up. The only thing I have done to it since is to try another fresh set of batteries in hope that was what caused the problem. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Interview at PMA 2007
I was tempted to get a K100D when it came out. Now, I've decided to use my *ist D. Why get sucked into wanting to keep up with everyone else whenever a new model comes out.. Jim A. - Original Message - From: Joseph Tainter Subject: Re: Pentax Interview at PMA 2007 My wallet is not happy with this announcement of non-trivial, yearly updates. Now you know how it feels to have bought into Canon. Of course, you don't have to buy a new camera every year, just because they make a new one that often. The announcement says 10 lenses this year. But the lens map shows only five being released this year. The other five lenses are on the map, but without release dates. I think we might see the DA 35 macro this year, since there is a mockup of the lens. The first two DA* zooms will be released within a few days. Pentax acknowledges the product supply problem. How can that be resolved with such an aggressive schedule of new product launches? Samsung production facilities? Pentax's RD staff are depressed. This is not good news. The interview says it is because of the production shortages. But I would not imagine that this would bother engineers that much. Production shortages show that their product is appreciated. How could this depress them? I suspect it could be because Pentax released the K10D with glitches. It was so close to being perfect, yet many posts are about its problems. Just my speculation. At some point, a product has to be released tot he market. If the engineers couldn't meet the release deadline, even one which gets pushed back continuously (it's a habit of theirs, from what I have seen), then they have a problem to resolve at the engineering level. There wasn't enough wrong with the K10 to have warranted another release delay. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Favorite Carry-around Digital camera?
I have two favorites - both Sonys. Both use AA batteries, which I like. Jim A. Hi- Anyone have a favorite pocketable digital camera? It may be time to look for one... Thanks Mike Beacom -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: The tomb of Jesus
Is the reason why this is on the list because the photos in the book were taken with Pentaxes? Jim a. You're talking about the new James Cameron documentary about the alleged tomb? The BBC did a piece on this eleven years ago. It's since been relegated to the hogwash bin. But it was never beneath Cameron to go for a quick buck. Paul -- Original message -- From: Jens Bladt [EMAIL PROTECTED] So, it seems somone finally found the grave of Jesus Christ - and his son. This must be something to photograph. Imageine being the first photographer to make this portrait :-) I remember seeing a fictional movie not too long ago - on the same issue issue. In the movie the Vatican finally destroyed all the evidense of the findings... Anyone remeber the name of this movie? It was an excellent movie, made a bit like a documentary. Regards Jens Bladt Latest photographs: http://flickr.com/photos/bladt/ http://www.jensbladt.dk -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.4/702 - Release Date: 02/25/2007 15:16 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: pentax 645D cogitations
I never had any problems with a CF card. Jim A. - Original Message - From: Jim Apilado Subject: Re: pentax 645D cogitations Why couldn't have Pentax included a CF slot for the K10D? I have four lenses for my 645 Pentax. Who knows. Maybe a 645D could be in my future. The CF card interface is buggy and fragile. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: M42 digital camera ( was 85mm f1.8 SMCT on ebay : $400+
There's a company that makes stereo cameras by mating two 35mm SLRs together. The lenses are identical, and hooked together so that the user can zoom at the same time and focus at the same time. The RBT camera is expensive, but a few members of my stereo club have purchased these cameras. Don't know how profitable it is to make these cameras. I have a nice collection of M42 lenses that I can use with my *ist D. I agree that it is a long shot that a digital M42 body will be made. If one is made, what price would M42 lens owners be willing to pay for one? The RBT stereo slrs can cost up to $4,000 USD. Is that too high a price for an M42 digital camera? Jim A. Although it would be pretty cool if it happened, I don't think an M42 dSLR has a snowball's chance in hell of being made. Why? Simple answer: old technology just doesn't sell well. Modern consumers want convenience, and as far as cameras go, that means full automation, including autofocus. Those of us with an appreciation for the past are too few in number to make an M42 dSLR camera profitable. And really, the bottom line here is profitable. I could give more reasons, if you'd like, but don't take this as an it's a stupid idea! response. I think it'd be pretty cool, as I said, just not economically feasible. John -- http://www.neovenator.com http://www.cafepress.com/neovenatorphoto - Original Message - From: J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' pdml@pdml.net Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 8:29 AM Subject: 85mm f1.8 SMCT on ebay : $400+ http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=260086611089 It seems the Pentax M42 quality lens market is still very strong and getting even stronger lately. I have never seen one of these sell for over $400 until now. ( I bought my first one for $100 in '88 ) Could you imagine what would happen to this SMCT market if somebody did produce a auto aperture supporting M42 DSLR? jco -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Comet McNaught
Was the Tokina a mirror lens? Wasn't able to see the comet because of clouds in my area. Now, I understand, you have to travel to the southern hemisphere to see it. Jim A. I left work around 4:00 PM yesterday. Zipped to the local department store to pick up a cheap pair of binoculars and a compass (I hate when I forget things at home). My goal was to find an unimpeded view of the south-south-west horizon. I started driving to the local ski area above Boise. As I suspected, the best view was from the top (where the road ends) at the base of the ski area. It was very cold, around 13F. There was only about 1/2 hour of time from when the comet became easily visible, between sunset and the setting of the comet. Fingers so numb I couldn't feel the dials on the camera. Fingertips still hurt four hours later and actually are a little tender feeling even now. Here's one shot, a 50% crop, fairly noisy. Curves adjustements performed and USM that didn't do much before it started degrading the image. I've got a few others I may try to work with that include the horizon. It was exciting to see and worth the effort regardless of the quality of the images. http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=5448426 *ist D and Tokina 500/8 lens. ISO 400 at 1/200. Tom C. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: What Film Format Is This?
127 roll film slide, a.k.a. superslide. I had a gray Baby Rolleiflex that took 127 size film. I loved the large slides you could get from Ektachrome 127 film. You could load the 2X2 size mounts in a slide projector and get the most amazing image on a screen. At some gift shops, say, in national parks, you could always find superslides for sale. Jim A. My sister in law asked me to scan some old 35mm slides, which of course is no problem. But I wasn't expecting 35 mm _square_ exposures: http://www.markcassino.com/temp/IMGP2607.jpg That's a modern 35mm exposure on the right. She also had several medium format 6x6 cm slides, probably taken in a TLR of some sort. Are these 35mm square slides some format I never heard of, or are they perhaps crops from medium format transparencies? Fortunately, the Epson flatbed should be able to scan these slides - the Cano-scan would chop off the tops and bottoms. - MCC -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mark Cassino Photography Kalamazoo, Michigan www.markcassino.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: How does one unlock an SD card??
When Pentax said they were swtiching to SD cards, I did my own investigating on them and learned about the lock that will prevent the user erasing anything important. I heard that CF cards were headed in that direction, but never have seen a CF card with a lock on it to prevent erasure. I have lots of CF cards for my *ist D and Optio 230 Pentax. Too bad Pentax didn't allow a dual use system like, I believe, Canon did with one of there EOS dslrs. Jim A. Not a silly question. I didn't know there was a switch on the card. live and learn. Paul On Jan 8, 2007, at 8:36 PM, David Savage wrote: Silly question, is the slide switch on the side of the card in the Lock position? Dave On 1/9/07, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: One of my SD cards (my lone surviving Transcend 2 gig card) shows up as locked when I put it in the K10D. Thus, I can't format it. I suppose I may have done something to lock it, although I can't remember what. How do I unlock it? HELP!! :-) Paul -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT - recommendation for non-DSLR
A favorite of mine is the Sony W-7. It uses Sony's Memory Stick, and is powered by two AA batteries (I use lithiums). The camera is 7.2 megabytes. It is no longer made, but the successor is the Sony DSC W-70. Jim A. a friend of mine is in the market for a new camera. He doesn't need a DSLR, but will occasionally want to print at A4 or larger. Money isn't a big factor in the deal (although I don't think he's ready to spring for a Leica :-); I remember one or two of you (Godfrey?) seem to be pretty satisfied with a non-Pentax model in your bag - either a Sony or a Panasonic, IIRC. What would people recommend for good image quality? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Full Moon Tonight
Thanks for the info. You wouldn't know there was a full moon in the sky if you were in Portland, OR tonight, or, perhaps, the entire Pacific Northwest. Jim A. http://www.matoe.org/gallery2/v/tomatoe/testscans/IMGP0750-cropped.jpg.html Taken about half an hour ago, in my driveway. *istDS2, Sigma 400/5.6 manual focus, exposure and aperture in the EXIF info. Converted from raw in Adobe Camera Raw, with some shadow and contrast adjustments. Cropped and JPEGed in Photoshop. This is a 100% crop out of the camera, so no resizing. -Mat -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Rechargable CR-V3 batteries for *ist-D
Yes, the CR-V3 batteries do cost, but they last a long, long time in my *ist D. Bought a pair in September and, like the Energizer Rabbit, they just keep going, and going... Jim A. I'm new to the list. I haven't found this discussed in the archive ... The CR-V3 batteries Pentax recommends for the *ist-D cost an arm a leg, so I've mostly been using Ni-MH AAs to power the camera. The AAs don't seem to give very good performance. When I install freshly charged batteries, the battery status display shows the half battery indicator the instruction book says is low battery. I actually get better performance from AA alkaline batteries. I've looked on the web for CR-V3 rechargables found some, but I also ran into advice to check with the camera manufacturer before using them. Haven't heard anything back from Pentax yet, so I thought I'd ask here. Does anyone have experience using CR-V3 rechargables in the *ist-D? If so, what was the experience like, and is there a brand/model you'd recommend? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 800x533-IMGP8495_HDR.jpg
I would have liked the photograph with just the trees alone. It looks like electrical flashes in the upper branches. Jim A. http://roman.blakout.net/r-rated/800x533-IMGP8495_HDR.jpg Autoportrait -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: The Film Look
Yes, you can get slides from digital files. There are a couple of guys I know in the Portland, Oregon area that own film recorders that can put digital files on film. I have never seen these devices, or have I transferred files to slide film. Jim A. I was reffering to color or BW neg film. Can you get slides from digital files and are they any wider dynamic range than shooting slide film in the first place? If you dont really need slides, then there isnt much point in shooting slide film unless you really want a certain look not available in neg films IMHO... jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jostein Øksne Sent: Wednesday, December 13, 2006 4:28 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The Film Look I take it you never shot slide film, JCO. I did, and the dynamic range of the *istD was a welcome increase. Jostein On 12/13/06, J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You may be able to undo the knee on the film captures but its going to be impossible to undo the clipping on the digital capture when the dynamic range of the scene exceeds the digital system's (sensor) recording capability. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of graywolf Sent: Wednesday, December 13, 2006 11:21 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The Film Look Luckily we can adjust that in Photoshop. It does help some. J. C. O'Connell wrote: But the look is similar. I forgot to post that in either of these cases the film grain is NOT an issue. Its more the tonal range captured and the look of the extreme highlights. Film captures more but the curves are not straight, there is a knee on the hightlights. Whereas digital can't capture as much range but there isnt a knee, its straight right up to the point of clipping... jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jack Davis Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2006 9:15 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: RE: The Film Look I've had the same experience. Stills, by their nature, may lend themselves to more scrutiny. Jack --- J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My interpretation of the film look is like watching a high quality movie ( 70mm print ) vs. a high defintion live video broadcast ( more like the digital look ). jco -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ __ Do you Yahoo!? Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta. http://new.mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Cost
Could I save money purchasing the Samsung version of the K10D? Jim A. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Interview III
Samsung, I believe, is a Korean based corporation. Jim A. I dropped everything to read it. Noticed this: GX-10 as produced in Korea has their own original GUI, that is different from K10D. I guess this means that the GX-10 is not assembled by Pentax in the Philippines. Joe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: How Long ...
I joined in the late 1990s. I got tired of not seeing email whenever I opened Outlook Express, so I joined the PDML. I don't recall how I found out about it. Jim A. .. have you participated in the PDML, in its various iterations. While sitting in traffic this afternoon, the thought crossed my mind that some of us have been here a *very* long time. While I can't recall exactly when I joined, I think it was some time in 1999, maybe 1998 - before the arrival of many, if not all, of the MZ/ZX cameras I believe, when the LX reigned supreme. That seems like a long time to be on a mailing list, yet there are some folks here who were here when I arrived and who are still here. Bill Robb, Steady Stenquist, Stan Halpin, Rob Studdert, and Steve Larson are just a few names that come to mind. Bill Castleberry, up on the Oregon Coast, was here, disappeared, popped up again briefly, and then disappeared again. Do any of the old timers recall how they heard about the list? Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: More new-camera pictures
What is the name of the city in your photographs? Jim A. Hi all, I've put up some pictures from my new K100D and very new 43mm lens, from a walk last weekend... Just one: http://www.mabot.com/photo/rainywalk/IMGP0732-700.jpg The whole set: http://www.mabot.com/photo/rainywalk/ Very happy so far, and I think I can live with the gap between 21 43. (I'm praying for a fast 28mm though!) The ability to use 800asa and 1/15s without a worry is liberating, coming from slides + ka-thunk and digicams. So much more marginal light becomes usable. I've even got used to which way you twist the lenses on. Although putting on rear caps one-handed still takes me two tries. Michael -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Support your Local Camera Shop (was: Re: Price of K10D in Oz)
A plug for Citizens Photo in Portland, Oregon. They are a small business that has been around for over 20 years. It sells Pentax equipment. I take all my photo finishing work to them, including some digital stuff. Jim A. The photographic industry needs your support right now, and I'd like to take a moment to convince anyone who is willing to listen why you're better off buying from local camera shops than internet sites or big box stores. When you buy something from a local store, there are two major advantages for your community (this is from a US point of view, so things may be slightly different elsewhere). First, your money is supporting local businesses and jobs, and it stays local. It doesn't go to some corporate headquarters on the other side of the country. Second, the taxes you pay support your local municipalities, such as schools and fire stations. Buying online does not support any of these services, which you may need some day. Buying local can also be more convenient in the event you need any sort of customer service. The fact that you can talk to someone face to face means you can usually get your problem solved in a more timely manner. At the very least, having a local specialty shop to go to usually means a large portion of the staff knows what they're talking about, and since they want to keep you as a customer they will usually do what it takes to make you happy (managers especially). Big box stores (by which I mean places like Fry's, Best Buy, Wal*Mart, etc) and internet stores don't care about the customer; they usually care more about sales volume. Their prices are low because they move so many items they don't need a large profit margin on most things. Their prices are also low because their staff is often not as knowledgeable about the products they sell as staff are at specialty shops, like the one I used to work at. In other words, the box stores tend to hire cheap labor. A lot of internet stores sell low-quality accessories at high markups because they know the customer won't know what they're getting till it arrives in the mail (it comes with a memory card? great!). I know a lot of PDML members probably wouldn't fall for that, but it something a lot of everyday buyers have no clue about. There are plenty more reasons for shopping at local stores and specialty shops, but suffice to say, if you want local camera shops to exist AT ALL in the future, please consider buying from them in the present. Yes, you'll probably pay a little more, but it's worth it in the long run. Isn't it? John Celio (if it weren't for so many people buying online and at big box stores, I'd probably still be working at Reed's) -- http://www.neovenator.com AIM: Neopifex Hey, I'm an artist. I can do whatever I want and pretend I'm making a statement. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
T 90
I bought a T90 because it uses AA batteries. Once I got it in my hands I realized how great a machine it is. I have four FD lenses for it. I also own a Canon EOS-RT, the one with the pellicle mirror. I have never moaned that I couldn't use the FD lenses on it. I got a couple of zooms for the RT that I now use with my first dslr, the D30. Jim A. Yes. The T90 was a highly desireable camera on the used Market a while back ( still is? I don't know ). I suspect that all of the mint to near mint high End film bodies for FD are still worth good money Even in thise ere of EOS and DSLRS. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of William Robb Sent: Saturday, October 14, 2006 2:03 AM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: K1D aperture simulator survey,part Deaux Now in Digest modeto save bandwidth. - Original Message - From: Adam Maas Subject: Re: K1D aperture simulator survey, part Deaux Now in Digest modeto save bandwidth. 1. Only one body, and it was the cheapest. They killed the F1 and the T90, T80 and T70 off almost immediately after the EOS introduction. Can't sell what you don't make. It was an economic decision for sure. Force the FD users to buy into a new system, and hope that they aren't too pissed off to buy another Canon. A friend of mine had a T-90, which was very similar to one of the early EOS camera bodies, as you may recall. It stopped firing the flash at some point not long after the introduction of the EOS, so he sent it to Canon Canada for repair. They sent back a basket case (literally, I saw the thing, it looked like a goat had exploded in the box), and told him it was unrepairable. They offered him a good price on an EOS camera body as a goodwill gesture. The T-90 suited his needs very well, he didn't need or want the new AF technology, or the new and improved interface. He wanted to use a metal bodied lens with good manual focus feel. Canon's lack of support didn't go over well with him. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Your first camera
My first camera was a Kodak Duaflex II TLR. That was followed by a 35mm Argus C-3. Got my first Pentax, a Honeywell Pentax H-3, in 1963. Still have the H-3. Jim A. Foregive me if you had this thread before. I believe it's kinda fun to look back, especially if it involves pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bladt/269112157/ My first camera was a Agfa Clack. I believe it was 1958 or 1959. 20 years befor I got my first Pentax: An MX - that was in 1981. Regards Jens Bladt http://www.jensbladt.dk +45 56 63 77 11 +45 23 43 85 77 Skype: jensbladt248 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.408 / Virus Database: 268.13.4/475 - Release Date: 10/13/2006 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K1D aperature simulator survey, part Deaux
Put my name on the aperture arm in a digital camera. If Pentax won't do it, perhaps its partner, Samsung, would do it. I would consider a Samsung with this feature over a Pentax without it. Jim Apilado I'm going to wait another day or two to finalize this survey. I'm sorry it brought JCO back to argumentative life, but this is a chance for the list to show Pentax what we want. Check results below to see if I have your response recorded correctly; only post to PDML if I didn't get it right. And you fence sitters (Annasan, greywolf, Tainter, Cotty, Frank T, and many others) can still let your opinion be heard. Just respond to this topic with Aye Nay or Don't Care. Thanks.-Lon K1D aperature simulator survey: results so far: Original query: On the offhand chance that Pentax peeks at this list, I propose the following question: How many people here would consider an aperature simulator permitting (for K,M, and all other lenses with aperature rings) CW metering, open aperature metering in manual and Av modes a _highly_ desirable feature on the K1D? Results so far, as I understand responses: Yea: Lon Williamson Dario Bonazza Boris Liberman Bob Sullivan Scott Loveless Ryan Brooks Shel Belinkoff William Robb P. J. Alling Thibouille J. Munro Adam Maas Jens Bladt Tim Osleby J. C. O'Connell Vince MacBournie Kostas Kavoussanakis Mike Wilson Cory Papenfuss Marnie aka Doe Antti-Pekka Virjonen George Sinos Rob Studdert Undecided: Perry Pellechia, maybe... depends on cost. John Francis: No, not at $100 more Paul Stenquist - yes, then waffled Kostas Kavoussanakis responded, not sure of vote. Dave Savage doesn't care No: Mark Roberts probably no: MARK! Juan Buler - No Bill Owens - no, buisness decision Lawrence Kwan - No -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Shot my first roll of film in ages.
I own a Medalist II. I haven't used it in years. I have one negative of a sunset photo that I took at Oregon's Cannon Beach over 35 years ago. I still get georgeous enlargements from it. My favorite vintage medium format camera is an Omega 120. The Omega was built in the U.S. and was the forerunner to the Koni-Omega cameras. What was unique about the Omega was that pressing on the shutter release also put pressure on the plate behind the film so that it force the film flat against the focal plane. Unlike the Koni-Omegas, the Omega 120 didn't have interchangeable lenses. Jim A. About a year ago I enabled myself with a Kodak Medalist II and bought some re-spooled 120 film to test it with. After hearing so much talk lately about medium format shooting I finally got around to running a roll of TMAX 100 in the Medalist, the negatives, at least the ones that I managed to expose properly, look gorgeous. There are a few quirks to this camera I'll have to get used to. Now I have to figure out how I'm going to print them since I no longer have a darkroom and there's no way these will fit in my 35mm film scanner. By the way, does this make me an axillary member of the brotherhood? -- Things should be made as simple as possible -- but no simpler. --Albert Einstein -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Petnax 110 system
During my collecting days, I did pick up the Auto 110 Super and the 18mm Pan. I even found the transparent Auto 110, and the Beige colored 110. I got the Super new when it came out. I guess it's kind of rare? Jim A. I have a Pentax 110 system new in the box. Any chance it's an Auto110 Super? And, any chance you have the 18mm Pan Focus lens in there? If yes to either, any chance you'd like to sell it? John Celio -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
110 cameras
Besides the Pentax Auto 110 and Auto 110 Super, I acquired a couple of Rollei 110s, the A110 and the E110. My favorite 110s are the ones shaped like a familiar object. I have Coke and Pepsi 110 camers. Even a tire in the shape of a 110. A very unusual 110 is a book camera. You open the spine of the book to reveal the camera. Jim A. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Petnax 110 system
The Pan Focus 18mm didn't require the user to focus. It was a preset focus that kept everything is focus from, say, 5 feet to infinity. All the 110 lenses, except for the Pan Focus, require the user to focus. They weren't very common. Jim A. One of the lenses is an 18mm. I don't know what you mean by Pan Focus. Paul On Sep 30, 2006, at 8:37 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote: No and No. It's the ordinary Auto 110 and I have the three lenses that came with it along with the motor winder and flash. Paul On Sep 30, 2006, at 6:41 PM, John Celio wrote: I have a Pentax 110 system new in the box. Any chance it's an Auto110 Super? And, any chance you have the 18mm Pan Focus lens in there? If yes to either, any chance you'd like to sell it? John Celio -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: OT - new Oly takes xD and CF
Amen to that. The Pentax designers could care less about accomodating owners of the *ist D, like myself, who have several CF cards. Lack of CF card slot, and the change to non-AA battery power is the big turn-off for me on the top-of-the line K10. Jim A. It's about half the size of a SD card. But that doesn't matter as far as the point people were making about the Pentax is concerned. If a camera as small as this Olympus can take a CF card and a XD card, then a slightly larger camera like the Pentax should in principle be able to take a CF and SD card. My E500 also takes XD and CF. not that I have any CF cards. -- Cheers, Bob -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Cotty Sent: 14 September 2006 14:19 To: pentax list Subject: Re: OT - new Oly takes xD and CF On 14/9/06, Bill Owens, discombobulated, unleashed: No, xd is much smaller than a sd. Thanks Bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K10D battery pack and charger
I am disappointed that the power source has to be a rechargeable lithium battery and not AA's like the other models. Am disappointed, too, that CF cards can't be used along side SD cards like one Canon DSLR model. I'll have to decide whether I want to move up or just use my *ist D until it goes bust. Jim A. \http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1036message=20005793 -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: SF1n compared to MZ5n
I never liked the SF1 or the SF1n when they came out. I looked at a Canon EOS-RT and liked the feel and operation of that camera. I eventually got that camera. Much later, I bought the PZ1n. Much better camera compared to the SF series. Still have the RT because I like the pellicle mirror feature that prevents the blackout in the viewfinder when taking a picture. Jim A. I am considering unloading some of my Pentax film cameras and redundant lenses. Last month got a D200 at work and already own or have access to medium format SLR and TLR plus several large format systems so unlikely need four Pentax 35mm bodies for black and white or occasional slide shooting. I am going to sell my very first camera (unless you count an Instamatic 104 which I hardly used) a Spotmatic F which we bought new in 74. We also own two SF1n and one MZ5n. When looking at some retail second hand prices I noticed that there was only about $20 difference between the SF1n and the MZ5n. As the latter is at least one generation newer and has faster AF does the small price difference relflect that these stores have a minimum price and the MX5n is just above it? Am I missing something on the differences between the two cameras? Am not intending on selling the MZ5n, at least not yet so just curious. I am aware that I should not expect to receive the same price that a retailer would get . I had thought about getting the K10D but as I do have access to the D200 and better lenses than I can afford for the Pentax, I will skip getting it at least for now. Might think about getting a used DS or DS2 next spring as by that time I should have sold enough photo gear and non-photo stuff to pay for it without any out of pocket expenses. Especially since I have talked myself out of a large format lens that used would have cost about the same as the upcoming K10D. If/when we get a DSLR Pentax will probably sell one of the two remaining film bodies and keep only the one, most likely the MZ5n. Only reason I know of keeping the SF1n instead is wife has never used the Mz5n and has used the other for 15+ years. I hope that those who do buy the K10D get everything they want but for now a free D200 is a better bargain. Certainly like the D200 better than the D1X it replaces. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD forsale
I'm trying to decide whether I want to take my *ist D to N.Y.C., or just use my Sony W-7, a PS digital camera.I would keep the dslr unless you already own one. Jim A. My daughter has informed me she really dos nt want a Dslr camera, so i'm offering it up for sale. She is more comfortable with a PS Looking for somewere around $550 Canadian or offer. May be ofered with 35-70, but i think i might want that Dave Equine Photography in York Region -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Survey Time: K10D
Price will be a consideration for me, even with good reviews and comments.I will definately hold off on the K10 Jim A. It's a slow morning @ Casa Belinkoff, so I thought I'd toss this out to the list: Who is definitely buying a K10D as soon as it hits the stores? Who will probably buy a K10D based on reviews and comments here and in other venues? Who's not interested in the camera at all based on what's known about it at this time? Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K100D - K/M lens usage?
The latest Shutterbuy Magazine has a sidebar that describes how K/M lenses can be set to work on that model. Jim A. Does anyone know the way K/M lenses function on the K100D body? Is it the same as the *istD series with Some sort of green button hypermanual function? TIA, JCO -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K100D Review and Commentary by Mike Johnston
Nice review. Although, deep down in my psyche, I still rankle about the compatibiltiy of older K-mount lenses, I did get kind of get use to the extra step using my *ist D. I like the anti-shake feature of the K100. The price seems right, too. Don't know If I will spring for the K100 or even the more advance model coming out later this year. My *ist D and I get along well. Jim A. http://www.luminous-landscape.com/columns/totally.shtml Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Perhaps OT: Recommended PS for under $200?
My favorite small digital is the Sony DSC W1. 5.1 megapixels, AA batteries, and large view screen. Unfortunately, it isn't made anymore. I got mine from KEH, and I know they are available via eBay. Good luck. Jim A. Does such a thing exist? When I was at the last Twins Days convention, I found that during the evenings when I was bumping around the bar, drinking and talking and (occasionally) taking pictures, the istDS with the Sigma flash on it was so big that I got annoyed with them. I ended up more than once setting my camera down for hours at a time because it was getting in my way. But I missed a lot of fun shots because of that. :-( I think what I want to have, someday, is something that takes decent snapshots but can just fit in a little case on my belt, or in a front pocket. But since it would only be used for the gathering in a bar kind of situations, I don't want to drop a lot of money on it. Is there anything out there that a person can get NEW for less than $200 that doesn't completely stink? I don't think I would even need more than 4 megapixels for that kind of shot. Maybe I should be looking for something used. Suggestions? -Charles -- Charles Robinson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Minneapolis, MN http://charles.robinsontwins.org -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax D-series eyecup
I tried my eyecup from my PZ1-p on my *ist D. It didn't fit. Someone on the list found some on ebay. I couldn't locate that site. Jim A. The ZX/MZ eyecups are an almost exact replacement. They just lack the opening for the diopter adjuster. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of eyecups, does anyone have a source for these? I lost the cup on both of my *istD cameras. I tried to order them from Pentax, but they're out of stock. They're also outragiously priced at $30 each. Paul -- Original message -- From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Mon, 31 Jul 2006, Aaron Reynolds wrote: Does such a thing exist, or will I have to create it myself? Were you OK with previous cameras from the post-K (so, M, A, ...) era? Their eyecups should fit. HTH, Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax D-series eyecup
I tried my eyecup from my PZ1-p on my *ist D. It didn't fit. Someone on the list found some on ebay. I couldn't locate that site. Jim A. The ZX/MZ eyecups are an almost exact replacement. They just lack the opening for the diopter adjuster. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of eyecups, does anyone have a source for these? I lost the cup on both of my *istD cameras. I tried to order them from Pentax, but they're out of stock. They're also outragiously priced at $30 each. Paul -- Original message -- From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Mon, 31 Jul 2006, Aaron Reynolds wrote: Does such a thing exist, or will I have to create it myself? Were you OK with previous cameras from the post-K (so, M, A, ...) era? Their eyecups should fit. HTH, Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K100D Has Arrived at BH
Good to read. Now to wait for the positives and negatives of the K100D before I make a decision. Jim A. I resubscribed just to post this message which I ~just received: Thank you for your inquiry for this item: Pentax - PEK100D1855 - K100D Digital Camera Kit with Pentax SMCP-DA 18-55mm AL AF Lens We would like to inform you that this item is now available from bhphotovideo.com. Check it out: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/sitem/sku=438218is=REGbi=E15 If the above link does not work, please copy and paste this item code PEK100D1855 into our search box located on the upper left-hand corner of the page throughout our web site. TTFN, again ... Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Backwards Compatibility
He could even mount M42 Super Taks and SMC Takumars on his Canon T90. That was a great camera. I still have mine. Jim A. At a camera club night a younger meber (using a analog Canon 90 -something) was looking at all the DSLR's - aiming to choose/buy one. He liked the Pentax, it felt good to the hands, he thought. I told him about the backwards comaptibility - how he could use 50 year old lenses, with certain limitations to functionlity. A member with a Canon 20D said Oh, Canon's can do that too. So, they decised to try it right away. The test came to a very quick stop, as it was not possible to even mount the old Canon lens on the 20D body ;-) Regards Jens Bladt http://www.jensbladt.dk -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.10/387 - Release Date: 07/12/2006 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: So. Whos getting the K10d right away or are we waiting.
I balked at buying the *ist D when it came out because of the lens compatibility issue. Eventually, I did buy one, and got use to the green button with older K-mount lenses. I would love to see full compatibility with the K10, but if it doesn't happen, and the price of the camera isn't too high, I might purchase one. Jim A. The istD came out and every one balked or held out. Then WW bought one and gave a favorable review. Then, slowly alot of PDMLers came over to digital(i already had my D1 at this time). Now that we have seen the istD/DS/DS2/DL will we be waiting to see if there are problems, or will we dive in head first when they hit the stores. I for one will wait a bit. Still smarting from the D2H header i made.:-) but i'm sure i;ll ge one just for the is. Just curious is all. Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: My two cents on monopods
I purchased an item called a Trek-Pod. It doubles as a walking staff, but it can also be used as a monopod, or, get this, a tripod. The lower part of the Trek Pod has the three legs held together by a velcro strip. You can unlock the legs by pulling the strip off. The head of the Trek Pod is a ball head. The camera is held on the ball head using a magnet. Everytime I use it, I get a lot of comments on it. Two friends have purchased one for their use. Jim A. On Wed, Jul 12, 2006 at 10:39:41AM -0400, gfen wrote: The proper way to use a monopod is to angle it forward, and then lean into it. Thus, you form a tripod with the monopod being the front leg and your own two legs being the rear. Putting the camera on the top of the unit precludes you from being able to lean into it on anything except upward facing shots. ..and portrait shots are almost completely out of the question! -Charles -- Charles Robinson Minneapolis, MN [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://charles.robinsontwins.org -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Birth of George Eastman
George probably would be astonish about the imaging world of the 21st Century. Jim A. fyi... July 12 the day George Eastman was born... http://www.todayinsci.com/cgi-bin/indexpage.pl?http://www.todayinsci.com/12/12_24.htm Tom C. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Excessive bounces and getting kicked off the list
I've been cut-off about three times. Jim A. Is anyone else frequently getting their PDML subscription suspended for excessive bounces? It's happened 4 times now for no apparent reason. I seem to be getting most/all messages when I compare mine to the archive. Makes it impossible to follow threads when you keep getting kicked off and have to re-subscribe, go to the archive, and try to fill in the holes. :-( Don -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: SD to CF card adapter
That adapter looks like one that fits into the PC card slot on my old Mac Powerbook. Don't think it will fit into the *D - too large. Jim A. My photodealer found this one for me. It seems that the adapter can totally contain the SD card ? Does anyone have any experiences with this, please? If I can put the whole combo into my D, it means I will only need ONE type of card for my DSLR's? http://www.datafab.com/product/flash_card_adapter_compant_cfiisd.htm Regards Jens Bladt http://www.jensbladt.dk +45 56 63 77 11 +45 23 43 85 77 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.8/380 - Release Date: 06/30/2006 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photo Submission
I like #5. Jim A. Shel Belinkoff wrote on Mon Jun 19 at 15:41:09 EST 2006: I was asked to submit five cat photos to the ASPCA. I put up a small gallery from which five have to be selected. Perhaps you can take a moment and let me know which 5 you prefer. Thanks! http://home.earthlink.net/~ebay-pics/SPCA_Gallery/ Shel, My wife and I chose images #1,2,6,7, and 10 as the most appealing - not necessarily for their technical merit. Frankly we liked them all, but if forced to choose... Regards, Jim -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Question: Should I sell my MZ-S?
I put two ES II cameras to a new use - stereo photography. I attach both cameras to a long bracket and place them close together so that the 50 mm lenses are slightly over two inches apart. I use the hyperfocal method to focus the cameras, and operate the shutters using a double-cable release. The system is heavy, but I now have a new use for these two classic Pentaxes. I take slides that I mount myself. Jim A. It's a question I've been pondering for some time so I thought I'd open it up to discussion and debate. Let's stir the pot, rock the boat, muddy the waters, etc. Much as I love my MZ-S, I've noticed that I just don't use it any more. I shoot digital for the most part. When I shoot film, it's almost always BW, which means I use the 645. And on the rare occasions when I *do* shoot 35mm color film, I find it's the MX I reach for. Small, light, simple, manual, unhurried, untechnological - that's what I'm looking for on those occasions. So the result is that I have this superb, ergonomic, high-tech, magnesium-bodied gem gathering dust most of the time and that bothers me. I know there are probably photographers out there who would actually *use* this camera. But I haven't been able to bring myself to sell it. Factors making me want to keep it: 1) I love the way it feels and works. 2) I probably couldn't get much for it these days. 3) It's the ultimate (in the true sense of the word) Pentax high-end film camera. The last of a thoroughbred line. I should probably look around and see what used ones sell for these days, but whether the price is high or low, it would probably make me both happy and sad...
Re: Photographing Egypt
I recently traveled to Italy. I took along 3 rolls of ISO 100 slide film (shot mainly digital, but wanted slides, too) that were scanned several times at certain museums, and, of course at airports. I kept the film in my camera bag that I had with me all of the time. The slides looked normal after I processed it. Jim A. Hi Folks, I'm going to Egypt in a few days, and -- since I haven't been quite convinced to switch to digital -- I have some questions about film and such. First, what is the current situation with airport x-rays? I had heard that any film below about 800 would be fine, but a NG guide I recently looked at said today's carry-on baggage zappers are so powerful they'll cook film of any speed. Other options are to have the film hand inspected, or buy it when I get there. Does anyone have first hand experience of this? Are most airports willing to hand-inspect film? Does anyone have a favourite Cairene photography store that sells 100 asa slide film? Any other advice about film for a trip like this or general tips on traveling with cameras would be welcome too. Thanks, Adam
Re: worst day yet for list problems
I've receiving messages OK. JimA. The list is gasping for breath. It seems that very few messages are getting through. I sent about five today. Only one made it to my mailbox. And I've received only about a dozen overall.
Re: Funny money
The Euros I used recently were rather bland appearing.I had a harder time figuring out the coinage, although I did like the 1 and 2 Euro coins. Wish the U.S. would dump the 1 dollar currency note in favor of the gold dollar coin issued in 2000, the one with Sacagawea on it. Jim A. On Tue, 25 Apr 2006 19:20:23 +0200, graywolf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I received one of those new tens as change yesterday. Looked like monopoly money. I actually went to the bank to make sure it was real money. The US dollar has sure changed. Maybe webimages don't do it justice, but I'm not impressed: check out the cool stuff we had before someone decided it would be a good idea to let a public panel choose the design of the Euro notes: http://home.planet.nl/~j.piers/ The designer of the original 'colourfull' series from the seventies (the first 10 and 1000 guilder notes on the site are from this series) actually used monopoly money as an inspiration: he reasoned bright colours would make the money more user-friendly. He was right. -- Regards, Lucas
Re: Fatherly question
My godson, at three, loved seeing his image appear after taking his picture with a Polaroid. Maybe a bit too large for a five year old to master, and a bit pricey for film. Jim A. Hi! Ladies and Gents, the PESO by Fred reminded me of my rather crazy idea... I am thinking of giving my daughter a camera as a birthday present for her 5th birthday. Something simple, inexpensive yet capable of taking real pictures. Do you think a 5 y.o. kid would enjoy such a gift? Any personal experience to share? Boris
Re: Upcoming 10 Mpixel DSLR
That's what I like about Canon when they come out with improvements on their DSLRs - they maintain the CF card useage. I bought into a *ist D and got a few 512 CF cards. Looks like Pentax doesn't care for the *ist D users and the investments they made for that camera. Jim A. Judging from the photos here: www.dpreview.com/articles/pma2006/Pentax/ I'm guesstimating the upcoming (??) 10 Mpixel DSLR from Pentax/Samsung will take SD cards, NOT CompactFlash cards (and, therefore, not MicroDrives). Anyone concur/disagree? Regards, == Brian Dipert Senior Technical Editor: Mass Storage, Multimedia (audio, displays, 2-D and 3-D graphics, and still and video imaging), PCs and Peripherals EDN Magazine: http://www.edn.com My blog: http://www.edn.com/briansbrain 5000 V Street Sacramento, CA 95817 (916) 760-0159, fax (781) 734-8038 mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit me at http://www.bdipert.com
Re: PESO-Air Show Weekend
I like the Heritage Flights at airshows. I try and pan across and use a slower shutter speed to blur out the props on an old warbird. There's a little blur in the Mustang. Jim A. The TICO Warbird Museum Air Show is this weekend in Titusville, FL. Had not been in a long time so my son and I went. Not having to pay for film and processing probably paid for my camera!! Here is one example of the fun. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/P51F15F16.jpg Walt
