On Tue, 26 Jun 2001 12:19:24 +0530 (IST), Ayash Kanto Mukherjee wrote:
It is great. Have you tried some bugs/bees having dimension less than 24mm
by 36mm?
Yes, I also did bees and flies, usualy sitting on flowers, gathering food ...
Butterflies, in general, are quite big but they are alien
Hi Patrick!
It seems to me that you quite lot of experience with Macrophotography of
insects (I have not yet started. Ahhh! that close up kit; I want to kick
it off) and I think that it would be helpful in the near future when I you
can see me chasing the insects with the macro lens on my
On Mon, 25 Jun 2001, Rodger Whitlock wrote:
If you are seriously interested, I direct you to the following Kodak
publications:
N12A: Close-Up Photography (essentially up to 3x lifesize)
N12B: Photomacrography (3x to 50x lifesize)
N16: combined hardback edition of N12A N12B
These
I was just wondering, what's the significance of viewfinder magnification?
I know that since I am used to my MX and ME Supers, I found it quite hard
to manually focus on my friend's MZ-5n. So my initial thought was that the
bigger the better. But then I noticed that the LX officially has a
So, there are ways out to problem like this, I mean; how to photograph
dragonflies. Only experienced people can tell us solutions like this.
Regards,
Ayash Kanto.
On Mon, 25 Jun 2001, John Mustarde wrote:
On Mon, 25 Jun 2001 16:15:26 -0800, you wrote:
Oh, and dragonflies.. just
Hi Dan!
I shall be photographing mostly insects whose dimensions are less than
24mm by 36mm, therefore a 1:1 macro lens is essential for that. I have to
choose which focal length. Shall I go for (90/100/105mm) or
(180/200mm). Both have some advantages and disadvantages. Probably the
degree of
On Tuesday, June 26, 2001 3:29 AM, Juan J. Buhler [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] wrote:
On Mon, 25 Jun 2001, Gerald F. Cermak wrote:
I have been going during the US Memorial Day holiday which typically falls
on the last Monday in May. I might do this trip next year, but it will
probably be my
On Tue, 26 Jun 2001, Jan van Wijk wrote:
BTW: One advantage of the 100mm macro lenses is that they are a bit closer,
allowing better coverage by a ring-light (flash).
I sometimes find that the 200mm macro is too far away to use the AF-140C flash
wich has a rather low guidenumber.
Regards,
Why do newer lenses offer inferior aperture values? I thought that new
materials and forumlas could permit for brighter lenses?
To cut cost, and to keep the size and weight down.
regards,
Alan Chan
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Brent,
The description is for the 49mm plastic hood fitted on the front of the lens.
The hood is originally for the M85/2 or M100/2.8.
As others have said, the lens it is on looks much older and a screwmount too.
Regards, Bob S.
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I'm considering making the leap to auto-focus. Maybe I'll go all out and
get the MZ-s and the 43mm limited.
As far as I can tell the limited lenses are only available in the US with
the silver finish and the MZ-S is only available in black. Has anyone
mounted a sliver limited lens on the
David wrote:
DAM HDC Plus replaced HDC down here. Is Vista a replacement for the HDC
Plus
DAM line, or is it a different name for the same thing in a different
market?
Agfa Vista replaces the former HDC Plus. The news I hear are not so
good, as Vista emulsions are designed to be more
Phillipe,
I have this lens, (assuming we are talking the same model). Mine is an SP
lens dating back to about 1980. Mine close focuses to 1:2.5 which is very
close for a zoom lens. Mine has excellent build quality and is in pristine
shape. As to optical qualities, it is reasonably sharp
Hello,
At 21:34 -0500 6/25/2001, Todd Stanley wrote:
I would keep it. Look at it this way:
1. You can never have too many Pentax lenses
2. It's a cool and unusual focal length
3. It's rare
4. Optically, it's supposedly better than most of the 28mm lenses
5. It's a K series lens, so it's
Hi Juan,
One failed to sell on Ebay a couple of days ago - the high bid was
US$167.50, and KEH have one listed as exc+ for US$399, so its probably worth
more than you think. I believe one sold on Ebay a few months back for around
the $250 mark. On that basis $99 is a bargain. I've got a
Eric,
I have mounted my silver 43 limited on my black MZ-S. It looks quite
similar to silver lens on black body of any other body. Since all my FA*
lenses are also mostly silver, it really didn't bother me. It certainly is
a nice combination that I think you would enjoy.
Bruce Dayton
Hey Ed,
That sounds like a workable setup. I usually use a 400 speed film and don't
get past 1:2--I like having part of the critter's environment in the
shot, and my hands (except in certain positions) are too unsteady for slow
film at high mag.
If it was a 10 minute drive, I'd certainly be
I was just considering the same purchase, but went instead with the Sigma DL
70-300. I haven't received the lens yet, but folks advised me that it was
generally sharper, cheaper and included a Macro function.
The Sigma is known to hunt a bit for focus in low light situations, but my
guess is
On Tue, Jun 26, 2001 at 12:31:50AM -0700, Alan Chan wrote:
I've heard people complain that they can't see all of the viewfinder in the
MX, and I know I have to press the camera hard into my face so that I can
see all of it. But why can't Pentax keep the same viewfinder magnification
on
I'd guess that just how much tension it takes to activate the automatic film
rewind sequence in a camera body is a design parameter for the camera but,
the length of the film in the cartridge is a function of the quality control
folks at the film manufacturers, as is the drag present in a
Strange Mine is a 1:2 when in macro mode here is the rest of information on
it...
Tamron Zoom Macro1:2.8~3.5 f=35-80mm No:9120587 o=62mm BBAR Multi C.
it has a Manual/auto for the apperture
in macro mode 35mm = 1:10, 80mm = 1:2
closest focus distance is about 1.2m or ~4'
I haven't noticed
At 12:31 AM 6/26/01 -0700, you wrote:
AFAIK, MX has the highest magnificantion of all Pentax K mount bodies. I
have had MX, LX, Super A/Program, P50, MZ-M and Z-1p over the years. I was
amazed by how difficult to focus with the MZ-M due to the low
magnificantion, because afterall, it's a
At 05:43 PM 6/25/01 +0200, you wrote:
And a different, general question:
Why do newer lenses offer inferior aperture values? I thought that new
materials and forumlas could permit for brighter lenses?
They do. Zoom lenses have been around for a while, but the constant
aperture F2.8 such as
I beg to differ. I bought my first zoom vivitar one around 20 years back.
It was a fixed aperture one. Now here in US I bought my new camera systems
and all I am getting are variable aperature ones. In fact, I was initially
surprised to note that aperature varies depending on focal length
I'm starting to look seriously at the MZ-s and I have a couple questions.
Shutter speeds on the MZ-S are listed as 30 sec to 1/6000 sec and bulb. On
an MZ-s can one select a long (say between 1 sec and 30 sec) shutter speed
manually with the shutter speed dial? If this is true I might be able
I just received the K1000 w/A 80-200 lens for total of $147 including
shipping that I purchased from ebay. I would be surprised if more than 1
roll of film was run through the camera. The only marks on the camera are
finger print smudges on the metal, which can be wiped off. There is not a
Eric,
The manual selection (progression) of the shutter speeds from 1
second are 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 15, 20, and 30 seconds.
With both F and FA lenses the selected aperture apears in the
viewfinder and is imprinted. And your understanding of selecting aperture
priority
John Francis wrote:
I've just got my first few rolls of film back from the MZ-S,
and on one roll frames 23 24 overlap by two sprocket holes
(a 36-exposure roll, before you ask the obvious question).
I'm curious, how fresh were the batteries? I had problems with overlapping
frames
Quoc Bao Raphael Tran wrote:
i'm using a pocket bounce flash by lumiquest on my FTZ 500. the recycle
times are quite horrible in my opinion. could anybody point me to good AND
not-so-expensive battery pack options? and what connectors connect to it?
answer me off list (or on-list if u feel ppl
Many years ago (maybe 20?) I attended a professional golf tourney in a
nearby city. Being fairly naive I toted my camera gear and proceeded to
start taking pictures. WRONG! After an extended chat with the tournament
officials, I left and put the gear back in the car.
A few days later,
Many years ago (maybe 20?) I attended a professional golf tourney in a
nearby city. Being fairly naive I toted my camera gear and proceeded to
start taking pictures. WRONG! After an extended chat with the tournament
officials, I left and put the gear back in the car.
A few days later,
Ok Gang,
I took my LX with winder, 300 f/4 (non Pentax) and SMC 35-105 f/3.5
(wonderful Pentax lens) out to Brookfield Zoo last weekend. Winder worked
wonderfully at the dolphin show and everything . . . although I wish I had
brought the FB-1 and sportsfinder with instead of the standard
I have this lens and the 77/1.8 as well. From what I can see, there is
nothing special about the 43/1.9 optically. The 77/1.8 is excellent though.
Both have metal bodies.
regards,
Alan Chan
I have been interested to know more about this lens. I am not familiar
with Pentax system and perhaps
Now you know one of the reasons why I have a M42 and a K mount Vivitar
Series 1 70-210 3.5 zooms.
Anand DHUPKAR wrote:
I beg to differ. I bought my first zoom vivitar one around 20 years back.
It was a fixed aperture one. Now here in US I bought my new camera systems
and all I am getting
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Hi, gang.
About two months ago I bought a Super Program that I never received.
The seller?
jdcolour from Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada.
I thought 20 perfect feedback, being a store and being canadian were good
warranties. The truth is the camera never arrived.
Boz's (www.bdimitrov.de/kmp/) site has information on the winder under
extras. I don't think
Pentax USA still supports repairs for that winder.
Bob Rapp
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From: Bill Kane [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Wednesday, June 27, 2001 9:59 AM
Subject: LX Winder
Unfortunately this is a case of a vicious circle: a viewfinder with bigger
magnification gives you - yes, you've guessed it - bigger image in the finder, but
that's why it is hard to see the whole image, including exposure data outside the
image
area, at a glance, especially for those wearing
Alan Chan wrote:
I have this lens and the 77/1.8 as well. From what I can see, there is
nothing special about the 43/1.9 optically.
Stop it down a bit, stick it on a tripod and shoot slow slide film. It's
fantastic. Wish I had it with me today, in fact
Even though it's not razor sharp
In the good, old days most zoom lenses were catering for both pros' and tyros' needs;
the latter wanted to use the same lenses as pros did. Nowadays there is a clear
startification of zoom lenses: those designed for pros are faster but with limited
focal length range. However, please
Hi Bill, I'll check with my repair guy tomorrow. Probably it is
the switch cover that has stripped, and not the switch itself.
William Robb
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From: Bill Kane [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Wednesday, June 27, 2001 9:59 AM
Subject: LX Winder Problems
Quoc Bao Raphael Tran wrote:
hi all.
i'm using a pocket bounce flash by lumiquest on my FTZ 500. the recycle
times are quite horrible in my opinion. could anybody point me to good AND
not-so-expensive battery pack options?
I use a Quantum Turbo Z...it usually recycles within 2
It is true that early production samples of most high-end and professional cameras
usually suffer from some kind of shortcomings. It was true of Nikon F4s or Canon EOS
3s - to name a couple. Users' complaints usually make the companies address the
problems - so let's hope Pentax will do the
Hi Lasse
Thanks for your comments. Sorry for the late response. My PC went south
and I just got it back up. I even missed the July PUG submission. Oh well,
next time.
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Subject: PUG: D Ross, S Larson, R Lane
Donald Ross: Roman Bath
A lady's behind - Yes, We
Greetings all
I just received a LX winder from an Ebay
aution. On the back left hand side there is a lever, that for all intents
and purposes, looks like a self-timer lever. It doesn't seem to readily
move or engage to either side. Could any of you learned Pentaxians
enlighten me as to
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Hi, gang.
About two months ago I bought a Super Program that I never received.
The seller?
jdcolour from Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada.
I thought 20 perfect feedback, being a store and being canadian were good
warranties. The truth is the camera never arrived. They
Yes, I use it, it's a wonderful lens.
At 05:38 PM 6/25/2001 -0700, you wrote:
On Mon, 25 Jun 2001, Collin Brendemuehl wrote:
Might be a worthwhile investment to hang onto for future use.
Well, it's not in mint condition, since while the glass and mechanics
are great, the barrel shows quite a
Which is a mystery.
At 12:23 PM 6/25/2001 -0500, you wrote:
The MX is/has ...
#1 Smaller lighter
#2 see the aperture through the finder via a nide little window to the
outside.
#3 Interchangable viewing screens
#4 DOF Preview
#5 Self-timer
#6 Shutter release lock/power switch
#7 LEDs
MX vs K1000
I was able to swap straight across a plastic bodied K1000 in new condition
with a f2.0 lens for a equally fine MX with a A 50f1.4. You figure it out as
we were both over the moon!
Bob
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From: Peter Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent:
It's the power rewind lever. After engaging the release on the bottom right of the
winder, cock the rewind lever and the winder will rewind your film.
Hope this helps,
Doug
At 10:34 PM -04006/26/01, Doanald Ross donned the ruby slippers, tapped the heels
together three times, and
Bob - if I had a choice between NY and where you are headed, believe me I'd take
Canyonlands and
M valley. Have a Navajo Taco for me, will yah?
ann
Bob Rapp wrote:
Ann wrote, Rob wrote, Tom wrote..now I write. I was planning a trip to
the states but NY leg will be cancelled. I will take
Try moving the lever to the right with the winder off the camera. You will
see that the shaft on the top left rises up in the air. Voila - a Rewind
lever.
Stan
From: Doanald Ross [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: Tue, 26 Jun 2001 22:34:45 -0400
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi,
I have scanning some slides at work and then sharpening them to correct. I
know most people use unsharp mask as opposed to sharpen. Why is that? and
what setting do you use most of the time?
Thanks,
Paul Jones
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When you depress the rewind button on the bottom of the winder, (don't
push the battery release, you'll look like a dope when the batteries fall
out), pushing that lever to the right will power rewind the
film.
At 10:34 PM 6/26/2001 -0400, you wrote:
Greetings
all
I just received a LX winder
I'd give him a ring. i did this with a lense i bought and the person never
responded to my emails. i rang him and he was just lazy. i bought one of
those cheap long distance calling cards to call him.
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From: John Mustarde [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent:
This came to me
Date: Tue, 26 Jun 2001 07:16:21 -0700 (PDT)
From: John Edwin Mason [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: OT: Superb Photos from China
Hi, all.
Someone on another list posted this URL today. Takes
you to amazingly beautiful, powerful photos (of
awfully grim conditions) from China.
I have an mx winder that has the same lever on the left side,
and it is for the film release for rewind.
Ron WhitmoreCentral New York[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Hi,
I have put some photos before and after i sharpened them at www.nrg666.com
any comments on the quality of my sharpening with these would be
appreciated.
they were scanned on a Microtek Scanmaster 4 from Sensia II 100. scanned at
2000dpi as tiffs then resized to 600dpi wide and saved as
Hi all
Does anyone use this lens? I am seriously contemplating buying one (ok, I
have already ordered it, I get it next Wednesday). I really want some
feedback on it.
Cheers
Jon
Relax! Take life as it comes, you can't chase the sun, you can't race the wind
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This message is from the
I took a gander at the camera the seller has listed, and it wears an Auto
Rikennon lens, so maybe this isn't Asahi glass either.
John Mullan
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: Tuesday, June 26, 2001 4:15 AM
Subject:
Surely if you know your camera, you can feel the gears
stripping themselves out. Then you can stop what
you're doing and wind the film back. I have never had
a problem with not getting an extra photo anyway, on
all my cameras SLR or non-SLR. And I have never
stripped the gears out. I think it is
On Mon, 25 Jun 2001, petit miam wrote:
--- Ayash Kanto Mukherjee
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Many thanks for your comments and views. I
should
keep my close-up filters
aside in the corner of my darkroom and allow the
dust to settle on it.
Please explain the term alien-sensitive.
I just need to know one thing. Have you ever used
that lens in
photographing alien sensitive insects, like
butterflies and bees?
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It has a cool looking tulip hood. The pictures are fabulous. You will like
it.
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From: Jon Hope [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2001 9:43 PM
Subject: Pentax FA 35mm 1:2
Hi all
Does anyone use this lens? I am seriously
On Tue, 26 Jun 2001, petit miam wrote:
Please explain the term alien-sensitive.
Sensitive to the presence of alien things (alien being anything that's not
part of its normal environment or day-to-day experiences). In this case,
it refers to people.
chris
I just need to know one thing.
- Original Message -
From: petit miam [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: June 26, 2001 11:42 PM
Subject: Re: Macro lens: Some insight needed!
Please explain the term alien-sensitive.
Thats when, like, a guy with a weird forehead (or a guy with
four weird heads) taps you on
Hi guys,
Since there seem to be a few of us who are either electrical engineers or are
into electronics in some way I thought I might ask for some help here.
I'm starting to look into a DAC project and I think I've just about settled on the
parts I want to use, but I'm having trouble trying
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