Wednesday, Thursday and Friday showers with highs in the upper 50's to lower
60's, Saturday and Sunday, sunny with highs low 70's, lows upper 50's
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Kenneth Waller [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 1:58 PM
Subject: Re: Xing the border to GFM question
The only thing there is a shortage of is rental cars. When there are big
events like GFM weekend, of course.
So
How about Old Mister Mack at 78 cents a quart?
bill
- Original Message -
From: Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2005 4:47 PM
Subject: Re: Some Grandfather Mountain Questions
I drink expensive California wine from time to time. I think
You'll need some warm clothing, at 5000' msl it can get cool at night. If
you have room, bring some rain gear, it seems to rain at least one day every
year.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Pentax Discuss pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Tuesday, May
Just what I need! A camera with auto rewind timer!
Bill
Ahhh.
Thanks, Cotty. Were it not for you, I might have missed this one.
Even though I shoot mostly bw, I'm looking for a body with a colour
viewfinder.
I guess with so many pros going digital, the price for pro-level 35mm
gear has really
Probably both made by Sanyo
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Collin Brendemuehl [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2005 10:51 AM
Subject: Pentax Panasonic?
Went in WalMart on Sat.
There was this little Pentax digital on display.
Right beside it was a
Hey Frantisek, this thing can give some great flare if you hold it right
:-). I've even managed to get some flare on an overcast day!
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Frantisek [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Bill Owens pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2005 1:51 PM
Subject: Re: New
I received one of these as a gift. Makes a good body cap and is fun to play
with as a lens.
http://www.loreo.com/pages/products/loreo_lenscap.html
I've ordered one of these to attach to the above for macro fun.
http://www.loreo.com/pages/products/loreo_lubot.html
Bill
I agree that it's a bit soft, but it's taken me about 6 years of trying to
get this shot. I got about 6 shots of this one, but this is the best one
compositionally. I don't know whether the softness is due to the bird
moving, or the fact that I was only about 100 feet away and he was
test shots with your new toy to
prove
that the sample photos on the website
are real? ;-)
interested
Markus
-Original Message-
From: Bill Owens [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Monday, May 09, 2005 6:51 PM
To: PDML
Subject: New fun toy
I received one of these as a gift. Makes a good body
Where else can I get a perspective control lens for $25.00 US including
shipping?
http://www.loreo.com/pages/products/loreo_pccap.html
Bill
-Original Message-
From: Bill Owens [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Monday, May 09, 2005 6:51 PM
To: PDML
Subject: New fun toy
I received one of these as a gift. Makes a good body cap and is
fun to play
with as a lens.
http://www.loreo.com/pages/products/loreo_lenscap.html
I've ordered one
central was parked at last year's NPW
Bill
- Original Message -
From: frank theriault [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday, May 07, 2005 9:23 AM
Subject: Re: Here's the turkey
On 5/6/05, Bill Owens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Got this shot within 10 minutes of leaving
Carolina the bear and her new cub, Boomer.
http://groups.msn.com/BillOwensPhotos/shoebox.msnw?action=ShowPhotoPhotoID=90
Bill
Thanks William!
Bill
- Original Message -
From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday, May 07, 2005 11:41 AM
Subject: Re: Digital profligacy
- Original Message -
From: Graywolf
Subject: Re: Digital profligacy
The young lady at the local
I spent most of the last 24 hours on GFM where we had an opportunity to try
and photograph the new bear cub, Boomer. Unfortunately he had other ideas
and spent the whole morning in a tree. Mama bear, Carolina, was too
interested in eating lemon cookies to concern herself with posing for a
Got this shot within 10 minutes of leaving GFM.
*istD, Tamron 75-300 at 300, ISO 400
http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=3340897
Bill
the turkey
Beautiful rendering of the bird. Good light, good color, nice and sharp.
The asphalt is a bit unfortunate, but it's still a very good shot.
Paul
On May 6, 2005, at 10:22 PM, Bill Owens wrote:
Got this shot within 10 minutes of leaving GFM.
*istD, Tamron 75-300 at 300, ISO 400
http
and even
harder still to photograph. Good work, Bill!
Shel
[Original Message]
From: Paul Stenquist
Beautiful rendering of the bird. Good light, good color, nice and
sharp. The asphalt is a bit unfortunate, but it's still a very good
shot.
On May 6, 2005, at 10:22 PM, Bill Owens wrote:
Got
I think you're absolutely right Herb. He was trotting across the road at a
fairly good clip and I think he had moved enough between the time the camera
focused and the shutter tripped to cause it to be somewhat out of focus.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Herb Chong [EMAIL PROTECTED]
The Optio 50 uses Pentax lens elements, but is manufactured by Sanyo, as are
Nikon and Canon digital PS cameras.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Martin Trautmann [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2005 9:33 AM
Subject: Re: Who builds the Optio 50? OEM
It doesn't say so on the lens, so my guess would be no.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2005 11:56 AM
Subject: Re: Who builds the Optio 50? OEM DSLR lenses
Quoting Bill Owens [EMAIL PROTECTED]:
The Optio 50 uses
My understanding is that one of the PF functions maintains the number of
exposures until the lithium battery on the bottom needs replacing.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Monday, May 02, 2005 1:59 PM
Subject: *istD Image
I don't really consider myself a naturalist or bird-watcher, just someone
who enjoys nature and wildlife. I still think this is wonderful news.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Christian [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Friday, April 29, 2005 9:20 AM
Subject: OT:
Gastonia has all of the said stores except full line camera stores..
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Graywolf [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Thursday, April 28, 2005 10:16 PM
Subject: Re: OT - Film CAMERAS are dead.
Well the town where Bill Owen is is not that large
I, too, like the calm and peaceful feeling. However, if the boathouse were
vertical, instead of slightly tilted clockwise, I would like it even more.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Rick Womer [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Friday, April 29, 2005 4:51 PM
Subject:
: PESO_--_Boat House II
The boat house was tilted slightly clockwise when seen from the back. The
entire building was somewhat, shall I say, warped...
What you see is what was there.
Bill Owens wrote:
I, too, like the calm and peaceful feeling. However, if the boathouse
were vertical, instead
Mark,
I've heard from a reliable source that Nikon, Canon digital PS cameras, as
well as my Pentax Optio 50 are all made by Sanyo.
Bill
The Nikon D-100 and Pentax ist-D/DS use this sensor. The D-70 uses a
different one. (Actually rumoured to be made by Sanyo, though I'm not
sure I believe that.)
Our Wal-Mart has been open nearly a year now. We still have all of our
original stock on Rebels, and have sold less than 10 PS film cameras. We
sell probably that many digital PS a week.
We probably sell more Kodak digitals than all others put together. Joe
Sixpack still thinks that Kodak
The record wind speed, IIRC, is 179 mph. The road from the nature museum to
the summit is closed during periods of high wind, snow and ice. I've been
on the summit with winds exceeding 70 mph. No fun! The reason for the
extreme wind speeds appears to be that the rock formations running more
I understand that Bill Fortney will be returning to GFM for this year's
camera clinic, the 3rd weekend in August.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Jostein [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday, April 23, 2005 12:07 PM
Subject: Re: Re: GFM recap from 2004 - Bill
Paul
I have this lens, purchased used at a local camera store. When you get
yours, let me know if there is a problem with zoom creep. Mine exhibits
this problem.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2005 11:22 AM
The Wally World where I work has just received a shipment of 3MP PS digital
cameras. I haven't seen any results yet, but the specs are pretty
impressive for a $60.00 digital. It has 16MB of internal memory, 1.5 inch
LCD screen and an SD card slot. We've sold a few to parents for their
Earlier this week my Optio S decided to stop working. We also recently
received a shipment of the Pentax Optio 50. It's not listed on the Pentax
website, and is apparently built for sale through national accounts such as
Wal-Mart. Anyway, it's 5MP, 1.8 inch LCD, SD slot and uses AA
As a GFM attendee newby, I have the following question?
Is it usual for attendees to bring some or all their gear?
What range of lenses are normally shot @ GFM?
Are items for sale ok to bring?
Kenneth Waller
It depends on how much all is. I usually have one or 2 SLR's and all of
my 5 or 6
Bill
Is it much of a hike from where the vehicles park to where the pdml group
congregate?
I might need a sherpa!
Kenneth Waller
The PDML group hangs out in the picnic area about 1/4 mile from the
entrance. You may have to walk 50 feet. However, if you go out with Mark
Roberts you will need a
Nothing definite but looks like
Doug Brewer, Mark Roberts, Bob Sullivan and wife, Knarf, Dave Brooks,
Graywolf, my wife, Phyllis and I, of course Don Nelson, and 5 or 6 lurkers.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Sunday,
Sorry 'bout that Tom.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Tom Reese [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Monday, April 04, 2005 11:44 AM
Subject: Re: GFM PDML
Bill Owens listed the GFM attendees as follows:
Nothing definite but looks like
Doug Brewer, Mark Roberts, Bob
There are several of us that have known of Don's condition for a couple of
weeks now. He told me it was okay to mention it to those of us that know
him, and that's what I've done, otherwise I've kept it to myself.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Ann Sanfedele [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To:
FWIW, the last time I talked to Don, just 2 or 3 days ago, his comment was
bald may be beautiful, but I've bought a fedora anyway.
Typical Don Nelson remark :-)
Bill
Isn't that the same buyer that bought the Madonna grilled cheese sandwich?
Bill
- Original Message -
From: John Forbes [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Friday, March 25, 2005 10:03 AM
Subject: Re: Just the thing for finding that rare lens
The winner has a track record
Because Pentax glass is superior to Canon glass.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Peter Lacus [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2005 12:47 PM
Subject: Re: why So who would buy... (was:Special Interview with PENTAX
@PMA)
Sylwester Pietrzyk wrote:
yes
Ah, a man after my own heart! Guess I'm getting senile in my old age, but
to hell with the techno-crap. If I like a picture, fine, if not, that's
what the delete button is for.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday,
My AF360FGZ became ill recently and decided to stop zooming. It's only
usable at manual 24mm zoom. I took a trip to one of the local camera shops
yesterday and picked up a Promaster FTD 7000M. I give up P-TTL for regular
TTL and lose high speed sync and wireless. I gain swivel as well as
When our son was a band director, I would always set the white balance on
one of the students white shirts under the mixed lighting on the stage.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Shel Belinkoff [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2005 3:59 PM
Subject:
AFAIK, the power zoom functions were only available on the PZ series bodies.
I found them to be basically useful only as a gimmick even when I had a
PZ-1p.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2005 9:56 AM
My 360FGZ has stopped operating in any zoom setting except manual 24mm. I
cannot manually change the zoom, and neither the istD nor the MZ-S are
setting the zoom automatically. I've stopped using the 360 and now use only
the RTF or my Metz CT45.
Bill
- Original Message -
From:
When you get the replacement (apprx $32.00 US), run, don't walk, to the
nearest pharmacy and find the small rubber bands in the hair care
department. They are even available in black and will hold the eyecup in
place.
Thanks to Mark Roberts for this info.
Bill
- Original Message -
No, you cannot, and you cannot use the car either.
- Original Message -
From: Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax list pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Monday, March 07, 2005 2:40 AM
Subject: Re: Thanks to all
On 6/3/05, Bill Owens, discombobulated, unleashed:
My heartfelt thanks to all
Just returned home from 4 days in the hospital. Still sore around the
colostomy, but the PIA from the ulcer is gone.
Bill
Thanks for the encouragement, Bruce. According to my radiation oncologist
this will hopefully be a temporary procedure while the rectal ulcer heals.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: PDML pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Sunday, March 06, 2005 1:47 PM
My heartfelt thanks to all of you for our concern, encouragement and prayers
during my recent hospitalization. The PDML is more and more like a family.
Thanks again,
Bill
Later this evening I will be unsubbing until late this week or early next.
There is a real PIA that I hope will be corrected tomorrow. Doc says 3-4
days in the hospital.
Bill
Mark, I also usually shoot JPG. When I'm shooting under mixed lighting, I
usually set a manual white balance.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Mark Cassino [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Sunday, February 27, 2005 12:07 PM
Subject: Re: colour shift under big lighting
It seems to me that now days, a high fps rate is more important than
learning how to use your equipment properly.
Bill
Something I have noticed over the past while is a change in the way
photojournalists shoot at these types of events. I remember not too many
years ago, watching a famous head
I like it a lot, Paul.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 9:19 PM
Subject: PAW: Willy the Springer Spaniel
I've struggled to get a decent picture of Willy for quite some time.
Yesterday I got him to sit still
I feel the same about our 2 mutts:
http://groups.msn.com/BillOwensPhotos/shoebox.msnw?Page=1
Just a snap with the Optio MX and direct flash.
Bill
Thanks Bill. He's my best pal.
I'll get the link right sooner or later :-)
http://groups.msn.com/BillOwensPhotos/shoebox.msnw?action=ShowPhotoPhotoID=88
Bill
- Original Message -
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 9:44 PM
Subject: Re: Willy the Springer Spaniel
On 26 Feb 2005 at 11:44, Peter J. Alling wrote:
8mp isn't enough of an improvement in resolution over 6mp to make much
difference, especially as
there will be an increase in noise at higher ISOs.
Regardless it makes a world or difference as a sales and marketing lever,
especially to those new to
?
Is it a place that's just local? Never heard of Wally World. Can't help
but think of Leave it To Beaver ... LOL Don't mean to offend, it's just
a
funny name ;-))
Shel
[Original Message]
From: Bill Owens
Unfortunately you're correct. At the Wally World where I work, I have a
few
photos taken with my
Not to worry, my understanding is that it's not destined for North American
distribution.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Wednesday, February 16, 2005 9:17 AM
Subject: Re: New From Pentax...
On Wed, 16 Feb 2005,
Yes, it is. Also, are you flying into Charlotte? If so I'll be more than
happy to pick you up and give you a ride to the mountain.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Pentax Discuss pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday, February 12, 2005 7:20 PM
Can an iPod with its USB 2.0 interface be used to download from the ist*D's
USB 1.1 interface?
Bill
This year's GFM Nature Photo weekend is now sold out. Anyone who is not
registered will not be able to attend. For those of you that may want to
hang out with us, please be advised that admission to the mountain is $12.00
US per day, and the gates close at 7:00 pm, so you'll have to be off
Message -
From: Jon M [EMAIL PROTECTED]'t
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2005 12:49 PM
Subject: Re: Sold out!
So $12 is what it'll take for me to spend a day with
you guys... Which day would be best?
--- Bill Owens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
This year's GFM Nature Photo
As of yesterday, Feb 07, 158 of 165 seats are sold.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: frank theriault [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2005 7:45 PM
Subject: Re: GFM is quickly selling out
On Tue, 8 Feb 2005 19:37:54 -0500 (GMT-05:00), Kenneth
As of today, Feb 8, 161 of 165 seats are sold.
Bill
If me, you and Brooksie are left alone at PDML Central during the
seminars, there ain't gonna be no beer left when the others get
back!
There's beer
William Robb
Is the Pope a Catholic?
Bill
Hi all.
I had a quick read of the GFM site late last night,but,just wondering a
few things. This
time i'll keep the
replies.LOL
If you want to have access to GFM AND the lectures/ photo contest etc,do
you need to do
the pre
register for this only.
If you just want ot show up for the
The same thing is true of airline pilots.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Simon King [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2005 6:06 AM
Subject: RE: New Member
Must hold... tongue...
Nope, can't do it.
Q. What's the difference between a Pom and a
PM
Subject: Re: GFM?
I'm thinking very seriously about it.
BTW - any recommendations on accomodations convenient to the park?
Kenneth Waller
-Original Message-
From: Bill Owens [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Jan 25, 2005 9:08 PM
To: PDML pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Subject: GFM?
How many of you folks
No advance arrangements, but if you register admission to the mountain for 3
days is included. $12.00 per person per day otherwise.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Jon M [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2005 6:22 PM
Subject: Re: GFM?
So what
Somehow I do not think many of those
folks are lurking on the list. BTW, even here in the Boone-docks I see
more and more people chimping their cel-phones; I do believe that is what
is going to replace disposable cameras.
The Kodak Picture Maker kiosk has the ability to print via IR from cell
How many of you folks are planning on attending this year?
Bill
The INHD2 channel is currently showing Aerial British Columbia. It is
filmed from a helicopter with very little narration, but some fine music.
I'm envious of those of you who live in that area, it looks to be absolutely
beautiful, and full of photo ops.
Bill
Just this past weekend I bought a Bialetti coffee maker.
http://www.bialettishop.com/MokaExpressMain.htm
Really designed for making espresso, but makes 2 mugs of regular coffee.
Best coffee I've had was brewed in a Sunbeam vacuum coffee maker. We had
one when I was a youngster, but they're hard
While watching the prelude to the Bush inauguration, there was a shot of
brother Jeb taking pictures with a Fuji Quicksnap one time use camera.
Bill
I'm going to the kitchen now and brew some 8 O'clock.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2005 3:00 PM
Subject: Re: OT-Coffee Theory
Everyone has different tastes. Mine is definitely not for Starbucks
Jerome Reyes [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I've some good news to share, but given this is a photo list and all, I'll
let the photos tell it: http://tinyurl.com/6h6jp
A very lovely young lady, Jerome, congratulations. Be sure and bring her to
GFM in June.
Bill
A friend just sent this link to me and I found it fascinating.
http://homepage.mac.com/demark/tsunami/1.html
Bill
One thing that nags the back of my mind is battery power, though.
Currently, digital cameras are not cheap enough that people will happily
replace their camera in 7 years when you can't get the proprietary LION
battery that it came with, and I can't see the companies having any reason
to sell
We get many customers asking about the Kodak docking printer. When I
explain to them that the cost is twice what we charge for prints, they
usually decide against it. I agree though, that when the cost of paper and
ink is competitive with our kiosk, they will sell like hotcakes.
Bill
And
- Original Message -
From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday, January 01, 2005 2:29 AM
Subject: Re: Film is Dying, Chapter 3
- Original Message -
From: George Sinos
Subject: RE: Film is Dying, Chapter 3
snip.
The Wal-Mart where I work
And, according to our informal count, we sold 74 digital cameras in December
and 8 film cameras.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Pentax Discuss pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Wednesday, December 29, 2004 8:17 PM
Subject: Film is Dying, Chapter 3
So
A Citizen Eco-Drive watch.
A Brookstone Gift card, and the final installment of Stephen King's Dark
Tower series. After I read this, I hope to go back to the beginning and
read all 7 books again.
Bill
With my manager's permission, I was able to give some of our regular
customers discounted prices on their photo processing. Hope to be able to
do the same tomorrow.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net
Sent: Saturday, December 25, 2004 2:23 PM
I threw some clothes in the washer last evening. When the wife took them
out to put in the dryer, she handed me a 512Mb Lexar CF card that I'd left
in a pocket. I was surprised that although the images that were on the card
were not viewable, after formatting, the card seems to work fine in
It's not really a formal competition. However, I haven't entered the
contest since the first 2 years I attended. I have more fun hanging out
around the mountain and PDML Central. Besides, now that I've gone digital,
I couldn't enter the contest anyway.
Bill
- Original Message -
If you enjoy nature photography, good fellowship with fellow PDML'ers and
interesting programs by famous professional nature photographers, then it's
the place for you. IIRC you are in Cullowhee so you're definitely close
enough. They will begin accepting reservations effective 1-1-05 and it
Another senior moment when I attached the file instead of just sending the
link,
Try again
http://groups.msn.com/BillOwensPhotos/shoebox.msnw?action=ShowPhotoPhotoID=87
Bill
I'm taking a wild guess. Barry Goldwater?
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Sunday, December 05, 2004 9:02 PM
Subject: December Trivia Q No. 2 (extremely easy)
This photographer of the American Southwest and of the Hopi Indians he
The Optio MX uses either a proprietary battery or a CR-V3.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, November 30, 2004 4:17 PM
Subject: Re: Digicam for Sis Niece
Shel --
Some of the Pentax Optios use AA batteries.
Based on my experience with
of the Optio MX it's available at Wal-Mart, and the price has
been discounted quite a bit recently. It might be a good choice.
Bill Owens wrote:
The Optio MX uses either a proprietary battery or a CR-V3.
Bill
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday
I agree with Cotty. A 3 Megapixel digital would be a better choice.
Cheaper in the long run, even if she makes prints via a minilab.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax list [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Saturday, November 20, 2004 7:44 AM
Subject: Re: PS for
Anyone else here involved with R/C airplanes? Just got back into it after
an 8 year hiatus and I've gone electric.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: pentax list [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Friday, November 19, 2004 10:06 AM
Subject: Re: Way OT: Any R/C aeromodelers here?
On 19/11/04, Bill Owens, discombobulated, unleashed:
Anyone else here involved with R/C airplanes? Just got back
Electrics seem to have come a long way over the past
few years.
Yes, they certainly have. An R/C receiver and electronic speed control
together weigh less than 1/2 ounce. 1500 Mah lithium polymer batteries
weigh about the same or less than a full 6 ounce glow fuel tank. Although I
don't have
The problem as I see it is that either way, they are going to irritate
their customers (not that Pentax ever seems concerned about that).
If this is the start of a trend, and they continue it into a new high spec
camera, they irritate present istD users who want to upgrade.
If it is not the
If people would take a half day and learn about what makes dogs tick,
there would be fewer problems.
William Robb
AMEN !
Bill
Many people have the same opinion of Rotties, Dobermans and German
Shepherds. All of these dogs I've ever met, have basically been big
babies.
Bill
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