Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

On Oct 2, 2013, at 3:18 AM, Darren Addy wrote: > The introduction of IF allowed Pentax to use a smaller > diameter front lens group (the F* 300mm f4.5 is 67mm filter size > instead of the M* & A* 77mm size) It also helps that the F* is half a stop slower than the M*/A* lenses :) Cheers, Dave

Re: In case Samyang lenses are too expensive for you

Yea, but when they say K mount they mean K mount not KA. You might as well hunt KEH for an M 85mm f2.0. On 9/30/2013 2:44 PM, Larry Colen wrote: I just got an ad for a Mitakon 85mm, and they seem to also make a 135mm both in PK mount: 85mm/2.0 for $145 http://www.linkdelight.com/330830013W-Mi

Re: New K-3 Image

On 10/1/2013 6:27 PM, Darren Addy wrote: Boris, the chinese page I linked to states in the K-3 specification: Image Processor : Prime III Yes, of course, Darren. But you see, all we know at this time for sure is the label on the processor. It could be that they just optimized/improved the sa

Re: PESO: Gazebo

very pretty, though - where is it? ann On 10/1/2013 18:01, Attila Boros wrote: Taken on a mountain trip. Someone decided to build a pension and restaurant on the side of the mountain in the middle of nowhere. Looks interesting, with a nice view, but somewhat out of place. It was still under con

Re: PESO - Important

Me no unerstan pls 'splain it to me ann, who doesnt fly On 10/1/2013 21:20, Rick Womer wrote: Well, at least the bags' owners are... http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17545062 or http://gallery.photo.net/photo/17545062-lg.jpg (K-5, FA 24-90) Comments? Rick -- PDML Pentax-Di

Re: PESO Industrial design

Jack, yes, background was causing me problems. I needed to use that chair to illustrate a point in my wife's blog article (it's a Pekota Design original), but I couldn't drag it to a wall. They make their stuff out of really freaking heavy material. Thanks. On Sun, Sep 29, 2013 at 11:33 PM, Jack

Re: America's cup, a bygone era

He does have a little sail boat http://www.flickr.com/photos/27281712@N08/10046758623/ Philip Northeast www.aviewfinderdarkly.com.au On 1/10/13 4:35 PM, Brian Walters wrote: Quoting David Mann : On Oct 1, 2013, at 4:09 PM, Philip Northeast wrote: One of the early Australian challengers f

Re: PESO Industrial design

Thank you, Walt; and Bruce, Jack and Don. And thank you everyone who looked. On Mon, Sep 30, 2013 at 12:17 PM, Walt wrote: > I'm a complete and utter ignoramus when it comes to industrial design. But, > I'm an expert in Vanessa Furtados, and this one is a gorgeous specimen, very > well captured!

PESO - Important

Well, at least the bags' owners are... http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17545062 or http://gallery.photo.net/photo/17545062-lg.jpg (K-5, FA 24-90) Comments? Rick -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the P

Re: PESO: Portrait

Thanks, Don. Once I drag out the 100mm F2.8 Macro, It's hard not to get as close as possible. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 12:03 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: > Now that's just too close to a mantis. I must insist on a bug warning label > on s

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

I updated this with a suggestion I got for a $5 and easy to setup support: a piece of ten foot EMT thin wall conduit (< $3) and two HDX 2-inch clamps (99 cents each) from Home Depot. Sit the clamps on top of the stands pointing up and drop the conduit into their jaws. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 12:54

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 04:53:40PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: > On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 2:17 PM, Larry Colen wrote: > > On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 01:48:24PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: > >> Sure, but you still need the horizontal rod. And without the rubber > >> strips that IKEA provides your rod will

Re: PESO Parasol

That is lovely and a nice use of the DOF available with that small sensor. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 6:02 PM, Jack Davis wrote: > Nicely done, Toine. DOF was able to get a fine sky. > > Jack > > From: Toine > To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List > Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2013 11:53 AM > Subject: PESO Pa

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 06:19:26PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: > Larry: do you use 9-foot seamless roll on your background stand? I'm > curious how well the light stands work for that, which is presumably > the heaviest load the support would encounter. > > I've been assuming it would work, but now

Re: PESO Parasol

Nicely done, Toine. DOF was able to get a fine sky.   Jack From: Toine To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2013 11:53 AM Subject: PESO Parasol The mushroom version: http://flic.kr/p/ginBVP Q with 01 lens and popup flash Toine -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.ne

Re: PESO Parasol

Very nice! Godfrey > On Oct 1, 2013, at 11:53 AM, Toine wrote: > > The mushroom version: > http://flic.kr/p/ginBVP > Q with 01 lens and popup flash -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the lin

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

Larry: do you use 9-foot seamless roll on your background stand? I'm curious how well the light stands work for that, which is presumably the heaviest load the support would encounter. I've been assuming it would work, but now I'm wondering ... On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 2:17 PM, Larry Colen wrote:

PESO: Gazebo

Taken on a mountain trip. Someone decided to build a pension and restaurant on the side of the mountain in the middle of nowhere. Looks interesting, with a nice view, but somewhat out of place. It was still under construction when I was passing by. The framing is a little tight to keep out various

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

Yes! I should retitle my article to include the so-cheap-it's-almost-free breakfast. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 3:22 PM, P.J. Alling wrote: > Go early, and get the cheap breakfast to make up for it. > > > On 10/1/2013 2:17 PM, Larry Colen wrote: >> >> On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 01:48:24PM -0400, Bruce W

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 2:17 PM, Larry Colen wrote: > On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 01:48:24PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: >> Sure, but you still need the horizontal rod. And without the rubber >> strips that IKEA provides your rod will slide around dangerously while >> you're hoisting the stands individu

Re: New K-3 Image

Don't worry, soon there will be a thriving aftermarket in a unicorn fart substitute. On 10/1/2013 4:14 PM, Darren Addy wrote: Funny comment on PF: "The hump is for the new and proprietary Pentax PDIS, the Pixie Dust Injection System. The cover on the end allows it to be refilled. If you think

Re: New K-3 Image

Funny comment on PF: "The hump is for the new and proprietary Pentax PDIS, the Pixie Dust Injection System. The cover on the end allows it to be refilled. If you think Limited lens prices are high, wait 'til you find out how much a pixie dust refill is!" On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 3:03 PM, Darren A

Re: New K-3 Image

Maybe Pentax marketing should be licensing The Black Eyed Peas song? On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 2:46 PM, Zos Xavius wrote: > Can we get over this hump ;) > > On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 3:43 PM, wrote: >>> A hump rumor >> >> >> Should have saved it for tomorrow when its.. >> >> >> HUMP DAY !

Re: New K-3 Image

Can we get over this hump ;) On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 3:43 PM, wrote: >> A hump rumor > > > Should have saved it for tomorrow when its.. > > > HUMP DAY ! > > Kenneth Waller > http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller > > - Original Message - From: "Zos Xavius" > > Subjec

Re: New K-3 Image

A hump rumor Should have saved it for tomorrow when its.. HUMP DAY ! Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: "Zos Xavius" Subject: Re: New K-3 Image A hump rumor "Originally posted by moray-eel-bite Okay, so before

Re: New K-3 Image

Possibly! The plot thickens LOL On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 3:26 PM, Darren Addy wrote: > If we go back to the original fuzzy picture posted by Zos (which now > appears to really be of the K-3 but with a different lens photoshopped > on the front) and you look at the right side of that hump, you w

Re: New K-3 Image

If we go back to the original fuzzy picture posted by Zos (which now appears to really be of the K-3 but with a different lens photoshopped on the front) and you look at the right side of that hump, you will see a thin line and what appears to be a larger slot at the bottom (for opening with a thum

Re: New K-3 Image

Yeah. Not all that practical, but awesome sounding IMO. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 3:20 PM, P.J. Alling wrote: > How perfectly silly, and requires that the rear screen have it's own > independent power supply. I just don't buy that part. It's much more > reasonable to suppose that if WiFi is involve

Re: New K-3 Image

How perfectly silly, and requires that the rear screen have it's own independent power supply. I just don't buy that part. It's much more reasonable to suppose that if WiFi is involved that Ricoh would supply an APP/application for a tablet device, (Phone, iPad/Pod, etc.), or PC/MAC laptop or

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

Go early, and get the cheap breakfast to make up for it. On 10/1/2013 2:17 PM, Larry Colen wrote: On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 01:48:24PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: Sure, but you still need the horizontal rod. And without the rubber strips that IKEA provides your rod will slide around dangerously wh

Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

Using it for astrophotography will moot the M*/A* 300mm f4.0's main weakness, in my opinion, it's relatively long close focus distance. For quite some time now I've been looking for an extension tube set with A contacts. I figure that a 12-13mm extension ring would bring the minimum focusing

Re: New K-3 Image

On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 03:02:56PM -0400, Zos Xavius wrote: > A hump rumor > > "Originally posted by moray-eel-bite > Okay, so before the reality dampens the rampant speculation: > > The hump is a wifi receiver and sending unit. This is needed, because > the LCD screen is removable and usable

Re: New K-3 Image

A hump rumor "Originally posted by moray-eel-bite Okay, so before the reality dampens the rampant speculation: The hump is a wifi receiver and sending unit. This is needed, because the LCD screen is removable and usable as a remote with full depth-of field preview as well as focus peaking. Th

Re: Die Rebel scum

Somehow I thought this was going to be camera related... On 10/1/2013 1:43 AM, Larry Colen wrote: I first noticed this lady's stormtrooper and crossbones pendant, it wasn't until we'd been chatting that I noticed what the T-shirt said. I did take the photo with my little stormtrooper K-x, and a

PESO Parasol

The mushroom version: http://flic.kr/p/ginBVP Q with 01 lens and popup flash Toine -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.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: New K-3 Image

On 10/1/2013 2:32 PM, CollinB wrote: - Lump under the K-3 logo. My first inclination is to assume this has something to do with the mechanism that flips the mirror up and down, such as a stronger motor to make it move faster. I really don't know what it is, though. I don't think I've ever seen an

Re: New K-3 Image

Yeah, no, CollinB. O-GPS1 will not work with the 24MP sensor and so that the lump is the functionality of the O-GPS1 *built-in" to the K-3 . On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 1:32 PM, CollinB wrote: >> - Lump under the K-3 logo. >> My first inclination is to assume this has something to do with the >> me

Re: New K-3 Image

On 10/1/2013 2:05 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: Marc Newson's token contribution? On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 1:34 PM, John Celio wrote: - Lump under the K-3 logo. My first inclination is to assume this has something to do with the mechanism that flips the mirror up and down, such as a stronger motor to

Re: New K-3 Image

> - Lump under the K-3 logo. > My first inclination is to assume this has something to do with the > mechanism that flips the mirror up and down, such as a stronger motor > to make it move faster. I really don't know what it is, though. I > don't think I've ever seen anything like it on a camera be

Re: Quick Release recommendations...

I found this nice description page that has nice summary and many useful links about arca-type-compatible products: http://www.dentonimages.com/page.php?id=Arca-Swiss_Arca-Type_Systems_Explained It might be helpful to other PDMLers. I especially like the summary: "... once you start buying int

Re: Quick Release recommendations...

I'd like to piggy-back on this thread with two questions: 1. Doug and Stan gave praises for Kirk plates. So, what makes them different (and good)? 2. I like the idea of the universal (arca-swiss + RC2) clamp plate that Larry has referenced: https://peakdesignltd.com/plates/ I wonder if ther

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 01:48:24PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: > Sure, but you still need the horizontal rod. And without the rubber > strips that IKEA provides your rod will slide around dangerously while > you're hoisting the stands individually to their max height. And these > IKEA hangers are in

Re: Die Rebel scum

On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 2:05 PM, Bob W wrote: > On 1 Oct 2013, at 10:54, "Steve Cottrell" wrote: >> >> On 30/9/13, Larry Colen, discombobulated, unleashed: >> >>> I should have >>> focused it a bit better, rather than just relying on hyperfocal distance. >>> The pictures is, I am afraid, not as sh

Re: PESO: Portrait

He's already posted it to his Facebook profile. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 12:03 PM, Don Guthrie wrote: > Now that's just too close to a mantis. I must insist on a bug warning label > on such photos or I shall change my email reading time to late evening after > all meals. No wait that might induce n

Re: Sights of London

On 1 Oct 2013, at 10:51, Eric Weir wrote: > > > Headed to Westminster Cathedral last Saturday we happened on to a protest > against cuts to assistance to the disabled. > > Just had a quick glance at the whole set and

Re: New K-3 Image

Marc Newson's token contribution? On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 1:34 PM, John Celio wrote: > > - Lump under the K-3 logo. > My first inclination is to assume this has something to do with the > mechanism that flips the mirror up and down, such as a stronger motor > to make it move faster. I really don't

Re: Die Rebel scum

On 1 Oct 2013, at 10:54, "Steve Cottrell" wrote: > > On 30/9/13, Larry Colen, discombobulated, unleashed: > >> I should have >> focused it a bit better, rather than just relying on hyperfocal distance. >> The pictures is, I am afraid, not as sharp as it could be. It was quite >> a challenge get

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

And that right-angle bracket -- I'll bet many of us have a couple of old flash brackets in a junk box just waiting to be used. That's one less thing to purchase. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please vis

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

Spinning ... metal ... sharp! On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 12:48 PM, Larry Colen wrote: > On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 12:42:12PM -0500, Darren Addy wrote: >> And if you use Larry's idea of the conduit hanger and you need to >> drill out the hole a little bigger... do not hold it in your hand >> while doing

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 12:42:12PM -0500, Darren Addy wrote: > And if you use Larry's idea of the conduit hanger and you need to > drill out the hole a little bigger... do not hold it in your hand > while doing so, use a pliers. Bench vice. > DAMHIKT. I sense the voice of experience. > > On Tu

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

Sure, but you still need the horizontal rod. And without the rubber strips that IKEA provides your rod will slide around dangerously while you're hoisting the stands individually to their max height. And these IKEA hangers are insanely cheap, and most important: they are _black_. :-) On Tue, Oct

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

Yes it would. If you don't have 1/4" studs at the top, you could simply tie-wrap the vertical part of the bracket to the PVC. That was my original plan before I remembered the threaded bolt builtin to the stand. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 1:04 PM, Darren Addy wrote: > Would work well with my PVC + s

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

And if you use Larry's idea of the conduit hanger and you need to drill out the hole a little bigger... do not hold it in your hand while doing so, use a pliers. DAMHIKT. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 12:26 PM, Larry Colen wrote: > On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 12:54:40PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: >> This mi

Re: New K-3 Image

> On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 4:12 PM, Zos Xavius wrote: > Looks legit. Lots of speculation over the bump and larger prism assembly. > http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-news-rumors/238387-another-new-image-k-3-a.html Here's my take on three notable differences between this and the K-5 series t

Re: New K-3 Image

If Ricewhine gets this right, he'll be a great pundit with inside information, while everyone forgets all of the other things he's gotten wrong, and his all too apparent suppressed Canon love. On 10/1/2013 10:34 AM, Darren Addy wrote: http://detail.zol.com.cn/334/333580/param.shtml If you use

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 12:54:40PM -0400, Bruce Walker wrote: > This might be useful to somebody here. How to support a roll of > seamless or a muslin background if you don't have a real system but do > have a couple of lightweight stands free. Yes, it's an IKEA hack too. > :-) > > http://blog.bru

Re: Quick Release recommendations...

Thanks, that's interesting. The ability to level the head for panorama work independent of the tripod looks great. However, the thin ring control for ball tension seems a little fiddly. It just looks kinda awkward in the video, but might work beautifully in use. (One of the Acratech heads can

Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

Looks sand blasted. On 10/1/2013 9:26 AM, Darren Addy wrote: While doing a little research on the M* 300mm I purchased from CollinB I tripped across this amazingly abused A* 300mm (same optical configuration). Don't look if you are squeamish about the condition of your lens optics: http://forums

Re: OT - DIY background support for under $10

Would work well with my PVC + squeegee extention handles light stands for the adjustable height poles: http://www.flickr.com/photos/pixelsmithy/3698796828/in/pool-1156395@N25 On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 11:54 AM, Bruce Walker wrote: > This might be useful to somebody here. How to support a roll of >

OT - DIY background support for under $10

This might be useful to somebody here. How to support a roll of seamless or a muslin background if you don't have a real system but do have a couple of lightweight stands free. Yes, it's an IKEA hack too. :-) http://blog.brucemwalker.com/2013/10/diy-backdrop-support-for-under-10_1.html -- -bmw

Re: New K-3 Image

Evolution: K-7 14.6MP Samsung sensor, PRIME II, 12-bit, Dynamic Range 10.6 EV K-5 16.3MP Sony sensor, PRIME II, 14 bit, Dynamic Range 14.1 EV (HUGE leap) K-3 24.3MP? Sony sensor, PRIME III, ???, ??? The 7th gen image processor claims "The chip delivers greatly improved optical correction capabi

Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

>While doing a little research on the M* 300mm I purchased from CollinB >I tripped across this amazingly abused A* 300mm (same optical configuration). Don't look if you are squeamish about the condition of your lens optics: >http://forums.steves-digicams.com/attachments/pentax-lenses/147886d1264764

Re: New K-3 Image

>The K-3 is going to be a *significant* upgrade from the K-5 family in many respect[s]. And "upgrade" is the word. These specs mean that it will not replace the K5 series cameras. It will surpass them. If Ricoh treats Pentax well, this level of upgrade could be a step toward pro-grade units to c

Re: New K-3 Image

Boris has hit on the perhaps the biggest upgrade that makes possible the K-3. What Pentax calls "Prime III" is actually 7th generation of the Milbeaut processor, which Fujitsu just made *public* in Sept. http://jp.fujitsu.com/group/fsl/en/release/20130904-1.html Of course, Fujitsu partners have pro

Re:PESO: Portrait

Now that's just too close to a mantis. I must insist on a bug warning label on such photos or I shall change my email reading time to late evening after all meals. No wait that might induce nightmares. Oh well I guess if bugs bought portraits the mantis would like this one.. I would. pdml-requ

Re:Die Rebel scum

The fisheye does 3-D. To quote the late Jack Paar "Madam your net doesn't quite cover your gross." pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 5 Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2013 22:43:21 -0700 From: Larry Colen To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Die Rebel scum Message-ID:<20131001054320.ga19...@platypus.gruk

Re: Die Rebel scum

On Tue, Oct 01, 2013 at 10:54:20AM +0100, Steve Cottrell wrote: > On 30/9/13, Larry Colen, discombobulated, unleashed: > > > I should have > >focused it a bit better, rather than just relying on hyperfocal distance. > >The pictures is, I am afraid, not as sharp as it could be. It was quite > >a

Re: New K-3 Image

Boris, the chinese page I linked to states in the K-3 specification: Image Processor : Prime III On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 10:13 AM, Boris Liberman wrote: > Invented should read "inveSted" > > On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 6:12 PM, Boris Liberman wrote: >> I much rather Pentax really invented in alleged

Re: New K-3 Image

Invented should read "inveSted" On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 6:12 PM, Boris Liberman wrote: > I much rather Pentax really invented in alleged Prime III picture > engine. If they merged the capabilities of Ricoh GXR in terms of tone > and color to Pentax K-mount DSLRs - we may be up to a very pleasant >

Re: New K-3 Image

I much rather Pentax really invented in alleged Prime III picture engine. If they merged the capabilities of Ricoh GXR in terms of tone and color to Pentax K-mount DSLRs - we may be up to a very pleasant surprise. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 6:01 PM, Darren Addy wrote: > I'll put another guess out the

Re: New K-3 Image

I'll put another guess out there that I haven't seen anyone make yet. I'll bet the K-3 has a faster-than-1/8000th shutter speed and a butt-kicking FPS continuous. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 9:34 AM, Darren Addy wrote: > http://detail.zol.com.cn/334/333580/param.shtml > If you use Chrome or otherwise

Re: Quick Release recommendations...

I use the 394 system at work. Camera is attached firmly and there is space on the right side to remove the battery for recharging. Removing the camera is convenient. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, plea

Re: Quick Release recommendations...

This video demonstrated just the p0 a little better: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wP24yVv6on0 Arca-Swiss also makes a p1. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 9:30 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: > It's an interesting design. I'd have to work with it a bit to see if it > actually worked as well as the descript

Re: New K-3 Image

http://detail.zol.com.cn/334/333580/param.shtml If you use Chrome or otherwise translate that to english, it is stating 24MP and 27 AF points. It seems that Ricehigh has gotten one thing right (as seen in the comments). http://ricehigh.blogspot.com/2013/09/safox-xi.html#idc-container Those of you w

Re: Quick Release recommendations...

It's an interesting design. I'd have to work with it a bit to see if it actually worked as well as the description suggests. The compactness is definitely a merit. However, for me, it MUST be fully compatible with standard A-S type plates so I'd need to add a compatible clamp, which ruins the li

Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

The M and A * 300mm lenses look good enough for astrophotography IMO based on that image. I love the size of the M actually. Very nice and compact. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 10:18 AM, Darren Addy wrote: > Yes, the M* was a ground-breaking lens for Pentax in many ways. It is > an astoundingly small a

Re: New K-3 Image

It would be way cool if it accepted the same battery and the same grip as K-7, K-5, K-5ii(s)... Other than that - it is good to see that flagship is being truly updated. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 4:12 PM, Zos Xavius wrote: > Looks legit. Lots of speculation over the bump and larger prism assembly. >

Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

Yes, the M* was a ground-breaking lens for Pentax in many ways. It is an astoundingly small and light lens for its aperture and focal length. The only thing it doesn't yet have (1981-1984) is internal focusing. The introduction of IF allowed Pentax to use a smaller diameter front lens group (the F*

Re: New K-3 Image

I think there is a new flash system if the rumor I read is correct. You might be right about the points display, but the D7100 has like 5 million points and doesn't have a large pentaprism housing. Time will tell for sure! On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 10:04 AM, Darren Addy wrote: > I agree with you Dar

Re: New K-3 Image

I agree with you Dario. The "AF mode" button above the AF/MF switch would seem to indicate a dial-switchable AF system. I'm expecting something much more similar to the Nikon D7100: http://imaging.nikon.com/lineup/dslr/d7100/features01.htm though maybe not QUITE so many AF points. I also think tha

Every stock image has a flaw...

This was on Petapixel the other day, but in case you missed it - it is pretty funny. "Every stock image has a flaw. We're here to point them out." http://www.gettycritics.com/ -- Nothing is sure but death and Pentaxes. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/list

Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

BTW, fascinating to hear that the M*300 is so corrected. I expected 1 ED element, not 3. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 10:00 AM, Zos Xavius wrote: > That element is bad, but not bad enough to destroy sharpness. I bet > there is certainly some loss in contrast on that lens. Also night > shots or anything

Re: Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

That element is bad, but not bad enough to destroy sharpness. I bet there is certainly some loss in contrast on that lens. Also night shots or anything with point light sources in the frame would be very problematic IMO. On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 9:26 AM, Darren Addy wrote: > While doing a little re

Re: New K-3 Image

The bulge in front of the pentaprism is where the AF-points display is. See previous models: http://www.pentaxforums.com/news/pentax-k30-k-5-cross-section.html Hence the K-3 can truly have a newer AF system, needing a larger AF-point display module. That's all. I can se no evidence of a larger

Re: New K-3 Image

Every once in a while you find a comment on PF that makes a LOT of sense: "If rumors are true that the k-3 body is to be shared with the future FF body than this makes sense. A larger design volume for the mirror and viewfinder assembly will allow for: - a bigger viewfinder for the APS-C model -

Re: New K-3 Image

Yep, that's got to be for realsies. It also appears that whoever did the bad photoshop job on the earlier K-3 image you shared HAD indeed seen one, to make some of the modifications he made (which appear to be accurate). We should only be a week to 10 days away from the official announcement. I won

Abused lens images (not for the squeamish)

While doing a little research on the M* 300mm I purchased from CollinB I tripped across this amazingly abused A* 300mm (same optical configuration). Don't look if you are squeamish about the condition of your lens optics: http://forums.steves-digicams.com/attachments/pentax-lenses/147886d1264764384

Re: PESO - An old shot - reprocessed

Hi Walt - This was shot in the Henry Doorly zoo in Omaha. It's a pretty interesting place. A person could spend several days there. gs George Sinos www.GeorgesPhotos.net www.GeorgeSinos.com On Mon, Sep 30, 2013 at 11:12 AM, Walt wrote: > I like that a lot, George. > > High

New K-3 Image

Looks legit. Lots of speculation over the bump and larger prism assembly. http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-news-rumors/238387-another-new-image-k-3-a.html No rounded canon look, ala K-50/K-500. In fact I think it looks downright sexy. Time to start dreaming.. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss

Re: PESO: Portrait

Thanks, Ann. Where I live, we have more mantids than cormorants. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 9:02 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > terrific! much better than the other one > > Maybe I'll post my vintage ones... main mascot Cormorants, second

Re: PESO: Portrait

terrific! much better than the other one Maybe I'll post my vintage ones... main mascot Cormorants, secondary mascots, Mantids? ann On 10/1/2013 00:59, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: https://dan-matyola.squarespace.com/danmatyolas-pesos/2013/10/1/mantis-portrait smc FA 100mm F2.8 Macro Comments a

Re: PESO - 1313

I like that - especially as I consider 13 a lucky number , not an unlucky one on my monitor this is a tad dark and low contrast.. however given your tag line... ann On 9/30/2013 23:16, knarf wrote: One of my favourite doorways in Toronto, 1313 Queen West is a former police station: http://k

Re: Quick Release recommendations...

Thanks to all for the suggestions. As I mentioned, I've completely decided on the ball head. I think the Arca-Swiss p0 (zero) is a brilliant design and I wasn't even aware of it until yesterday. Using a full ring instead of a small knob to tighten/loosen the ball is very glove-friendly (and even m

Re: PESO: Portrait

Thanks, Frank, David and Bruce! Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 1:39 AM, knarf wrote: > Great shot!! > > Cheers, > frank > > "Daniel J. Matyola" wrote: >>https://dan-matyola.squarespace.com/danmatyolas-pesos/2013/10/1/mantis-portrait >>smc FA

Re: Die Rebel scum

WHOA! Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Tue, Oct 1, 2013 at 1:43 AM, Larry Colen wrote: > I first noticed this lady's stormtrooper and crossbones pendant, it wasn't > until we'd been chatting that I noticed what the T-shirt said. > > I did take the photo with my li

Re: Sights of London

That is an effective documentary image. The police are prominent enough show individuality and intensity; the buildings in the background set the scene dramatically, and the other photographers add a sense of "Something is going on here." Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyo

Re: PESOs: The Inevitable Confrontation (2 images)

Thanks, Frank! -- Walt On 9/30/2013 10:10 PM, knarf wrote: Cool! cheers, frank Walt wrote: Recently, I've shared photos of both a mantis and a hummingbird. So, I guess it's fitting that I should post these two shots of the inevitable confrontation 'twixt the two. (No animals were harmed i

Re: PESOs: The Inevitable Confrontation (2 images)

Thank you, Dan! It was a fun little exercise in focusing. I'm just glad I got something to share out of it. -- Walt On 9/30/2013 8:03 PM, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: I must disagree, Walt; I think they are very good images, especially the first one. Thanks for sharing them with us. Dan Maty

Re: PESOs: The Inevitable Confrontation (2 images)

Thanks, Attila. Actually, I feel lucky to get those shots at all. Those little dudes are tough to get a focus on at 15+ feet with a 50/1.7. -- Walt On 9/30/2013 3:39 PM, Attila Boros wrote: The links from flickr are working. Looks like they are trying to scare off each other. I know humming

Re: OT: Tv tech question - ah-ha

On 30/9/13, Ann Sanfedele, discombobulated, unleashed: >I got a new HD one .. and , jsut for good measure ... a nicely >inexpensive HD TV 24" as large as I could tolerate.. Now I have >the 24" in the main viewing area (my office) , the old sd set in the >kitchen attached to the cable box with

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