Re: @ Lunch

Collin, I've got a friend who would be interested. I'll get a hold of him...and get back to you. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't

Re: focus problem w/ 80-200 F4.7

Thanks for the replys all... The lens in on its way back to KEH today. Hope I have better luck with the next one, or hope they can repair it. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http

focus problem w/ 80-200 F4.7

...I have to back off the zoom to 180 or 150mm (estimate) for get sharp focus. Is this just a quirk of the animal? Anyone else have similar problems ever? Appreciate the info - Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List

call me crazy

though the May Shutterbug and see that camera retailers have the ZX-L and the ZX(MZ)-60. OOPS. My mistake...I'm just a crazy photographer...I still like the ZX-L. Haven't tried the 60. Hope everyone had a good weekend. Dave --- David Spaulding Winterhawk Photography, Inc. 208-345-2174 [EMAIL

Re: ok crazy camera people...a ?

Julia, Thanks for the info. I'm looking at the top model, or the middle. I've read a lot about the lights...its nice to know someone actually has one they have used. Please let me know how you fare with it : ) Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message

Re: Whats your most used Camera?

My most used would be the ZX-5n...though it only just nudges out the MX. I have been putting my ZX-5 through its paces, but I still like to use the 5n. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go

WTB: Sunpack 544 flash

I know this is a streach...but I can't seem to find one used. I thought I'd give this a shot before I purchase a new one. Thanks. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net

wedding Albums, was Re: Good news!

tangable. I'll have to look at places that put the album together as part of the order...at least I would be able to offer an album then. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http

Re: Good news!

a successful wedding photographer. So here I go! Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http

Re: might as well buy some new lenses too..

Well as I'm looking for a new/extra camera, I might as well buy me some new lenses as well. Anybody have a good suggestion for a macro lens? regards, Rogier Sigma 105 2.8 Macro AF - really sharp lens. Can use for portrait as well. Pentax 100 F4 A - I love this lens. Dave -- David

MZ-6/ZX-L

!) There is a nice review of the ZX-L/MZ-6 in last months Practicle Photography (British magazine). BH has the L at $250 body only - not bad. Anyone else been able to play with the camera? Like it? No? Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from

Re: Street Spirit

Good luck Shel. I know I'd go crazy if I went too long without some photo work. Two months almost got me there! : ) Would like to see some of the photos you make for the paper. Keep us posted. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax

Re: Ok here is the 2nd attempt

Decent work Brendan. It takes a lot of work to photograph a model...light, pose, what in the heck to do with thier hands, etc. Did you use a reflector in any of the photographs? I see you are using a fill flash in some...the catch-light in the eyes looks good. Dave -- David Spaulding

Re: 80-320 vs. 100-300

a rubber hood? I find I don't like rubber hoods as much for AF lenses. Thanks. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax

Re: Re: 80-320 vs. 100-300

be a nice upgrade...especially for those of us who don't need the 2.8 much less afford it or the Sigma version (at $900 it is still too much for my purposes). Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go

Re: 80-320 vs. 100-300

to use the AF for action shots of Motocross and the like. I know I could pre-focus, but there can be a lot going on. I've missed a few good shots. Don't know that AF will solve it, but it may help. Thanks again. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message

Re: Nikon N70 (was: Re: OT: An interesting evening - sorry, long)

still has his Edsel...go figure. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .

Re: OT: An interesting evening - sorry, long

an adapter on my ZX-5n and get screw mount lenses to meter - that's pretty backwards compatible. I can't think of any other camera company with an AF system that can offer that kind of consistancy, but I know that Pentax is starting to change some of this - : ( . Thanks. Dave -- David Spaulding

Re: Pentax direction the last decade (WAS: OT: An interesting evening - sorry, long)

with the A-lenses. This way I have a whole load of lenses to choose from. This is why I stick with Pentax. Again, this is my opinion...I know the business reality is otherwise. Thanks. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss

Re: Pentax direction the last decade (WAS: OT: An interesting evening - sorry, long)

that have come and gone...a lot of cameras I have used, and even sold (used and new). I guess this isn't as OT as I originally thought. Thanks for all of the comments and info. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List

Re: Amateur wedding photography (was: my disappearing buyers...)

traditional photos are still a big part of the work, but the BW 'honest' shots of what goes on at the wedding gives a 'story' look to a package that normally has a lot of posed shots. Good for you... Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax

80-320 vs. 100-300

all right, but I would like to see a comparison before I buy. Anyone prefer one over the other? Expreinces with either that would help my decision? Any other suggestions (does not need to be Pentax, but AF and around $200 US). Thanks. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http

Re: 80-320 vs. 100-300

Pentax comes out with a 70-200 F4 AF). I don't NEED the 300mm end. I would prefer to buy a fixed focal 300 or extend a 200 F4 manual focus (1.4/1.7 extender). Hmmm...maybe I'll give the 80-200 another look. Thanks to all for the ideas and opinions. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http

Re: OT: An interesting evening - sorry, long

I think that by looking back only to 1990 you miss the sea state change started by Minolta with the first fully integrated AF in 1985. It is just where I started my search through the magazines. A decade looked good to me. I understand it missed a few things. Ever since that time camera

Re: 80-320 vs. 100-300

zooming. So the 80-200 might compliment my 28-70 F4 AL ok? I'm not to keen on zooms, but it has really been a gem for a lot of different work. I think I'll get one more before they totally dissappear. Thanks. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from

Re: 80-320 vs. 100-300

worked it pretty hard with no problems...knock on wood...: ) Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users

Re: 80-320 vs. 100-300

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Re: Fast manual zoom for ME Super

. Would a 70-200 be too much. There are some good 70-200 F4 lenses for $130 or less. If you are looking at the faster glass, chances are you will have a good lens. Any 2.8 - 4 type lens will give good results, most of the time. HTH Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http

Re: Photographers Anonymous?

Joe, Nope. Dave - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .

Re: Celebrity photographers topless mud wrestling!

say I follow any photographer religiously...that would keep me from making my own photographs. Now if I could just get my noticing to make the right exposure! : ) Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe

Help w/ 200 F4 - my brain is mush

Ok...I'm looking around and find a nice 200 F 4 SMC...the info says its a 58mm (filter). I thought the 200 was a 52mm. Am I wrong? Is this an A lens (I assumed it was an M)? Do I need to open a window when I use this glue? A little help here... : ) Thanks. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer

Re: Help w/ 200 F4 - my brain is mush

, the A version was 52mm, the A macro I have seen in 58mm. Hmm...well its not a marco...I am wondering now if it has something to do with the built-in hood? Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http

Re: Help w/ 200 F4 - my brain is mush

Dave, I have one in front of me, and a 52mm clip-in cap slips inside, so it looks like it might be a 58mm filter thread. James Ok...that makes sence...I guess I'm not going crazy. Thanks for the info all. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message

Re: OT: After a delay...question

. if I still use the quickflip. Maybe I'll just stick with the Vivitar for now. Thanks again. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget

Re: OT: After a delay...question

quickflip, and an off hot shoe connector with sync chord when I had the 645n. Cheers, Dave Thanks. I think I'll take a look at come of the Lumiquest options again. See what I come up with. I appreciate the comments. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message

Re: After a delay...question

an Omnibounce for every flash I own, that's five of them. Len Have you used an omnibounce on a Sunpack 544 or similar? That is the flash I will be using with the mamiya when I'm not using a monolight. Thanks for the info. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com

Re: Re: After a delay...question

more diffusion that it won't have the reach. I hate not getting the shot. I should probably try it out sometime though. Would make for better light. Good idea Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe

Re: Digital SLR

Sometimes I want to cry when I see the results being churned out by people who have much better scanners than I could possibly afford. Aaron -- Nice to read your comments Aaron-- Been busy for a while -- did I miss anything? Heh ; ) Digital smigital! I had a similar discussion with a buddy

Re: Pentax WILL produce a digital SLR!

Pentax, and who will probably buy a DSLR if Pentax makes AND markets one. Good thoughts. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit

Re: Digital PIC

-- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com From: Shel Belinkoff [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2002 14:22:43 -0800 To: Pentax List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Digital PIC Dry film processing yields digital images: http://www.asf.com

Re: What are you planning on photographing this weekend?

film? The little red dot on the lens? Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http

Re: A King is born

Congrats Simon! Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .

Re: What are you planning on photographing this weekend?

Since I've had my head buried in business paperwork for the last month, I'm getting out and will make a photo of anything. I don't care if the weather isn't quite spring yet. I'll get a few of the mountains around Boise and let you all see where I am. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http

Re: Pentax Med. format

competitors in the digital relm. Tim will tell... Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http

Re: Consume yourself happy with instant gratification

don't, but it still won't make a better photograph. My two bits... Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users

Re: Pentax SP500 ebay buy

...just thier way of getting around any liability...you might have to try several. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit

Re: Consume yourself happy with instant gratification

. :) Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .

Re: Because I value your opinion

to put along with it. Thanks again for your good information and opinions. I really helps. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget

Re: LX vs MX vs KX (was Re: I want LX!)

The MX is not expensive, rugged, small, and a lot of extras are still available...you would not be sorry with one. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com From: gfen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 11 Mar 2002 11:36:09 -0500 (EST

Re: Pentax Med. format

and then mount it back on the body? Gianfranco Thanks. Yes, I tried remounting it. There just seems to be a little play between the grip and the lugs on the camera. Does the screw/button on the base of the grip make it tighter? The grip is on good...I wonder if its just me. Dave -- David

Re: Pentax

changed...it is nice to see they are finally interested in updates...it took them almost a year to get the outlet up ang going. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net

Pentax Med. format

. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .

Re: It's Friday

was preceded by my own rants and raves. This was not a comment on your bad day. Hope your weekend is better than today... Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow

Web site

about Microsoft from my post yesterday: http://www.macaddict.com Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users

Re: Lens Gurus,, who made this lens?

This may be late, but that K-mart FOCAL lens is pretty good. My first set was a K1000 with Focal lenses from K-mart. It's too bad they don't have it any more. You got a decent deal. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss

Re: ME super film take up spool

and the next advances that get you to frame 1 will turn the knob. With a little practice it's lock and load. I learned this from my old camera store manager. I figured I'd share since everyone else was. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from

Re: FS: Soft Release for LX and MX

Those soft releases are really nice...I'll have to check my piggy bank. By the way, Shel, did you make that photo with a digital camera or film...nicely done. You should open up classes for sellers on e-bay. Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message

OT: My jaw dropped

If interested - Microsoft is going to argue that it may need to discontinue Windows XP and 2000 is the anti-trust case goes in the states' favor. Now that would be one for the record books! HAH! Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from

Re: ME Super film take up spool

...magic-pins or something? That is one of the reasons I finally bought new cameras. Hope it works out. David -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions

Re: LX-Screen-cleaning again

could never really get the screens clean A friend suggested I send them in to Pentax or a repair service to have the screens put in I just learned to live with it I hope this isn't the case for everyone David -- David Spaulding Photographer http://dspauldingtripodcom - This message is from

Re: Foveon X3: Welcome to the bleeding edge, digital camera enthusiasts!

-- David Spaulding Photographer http://dspauldingtripodcom Christopher Lillja I just read the article in Shutterbug and man, I can see why this generated so much list traffic earlier in the week - this is not just another new chip That's a big deal The implications are huge It doesn't smell

A little OT but Re: Best portrait lens for Pentax DSLR?

I would love to see a DSLR that is still capable of using all Pentax lenses It's one of the best reasons to have a Pentax - so many lenses to choose from! I would have to go with the 77mm for the best lens - it would work great with a full 35mm size chip or smaller -- David Spaulding

Re: Foveon X3: Welcome to the bleeding edge, digital cameraenthusiasts!

, but then I really doubt with the current use of poly plastic parts, the camera would last long enough to find out Either that, or it will be replaced in a year or so - how many different digital SLRs have there been in the last five years? David Spaulding Photographer http://dspauldingtripodcom

Re: Email help please

Well Operamail's unreliability has finally gotten to me Can anyone suggest a free web based email server that supports pop and smtp Evan You could give Lycos a try - http://maillycoscom -- David Spaulding Photographer http://dspauldingtripodcom - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss

Re: The most under-rated Pentax body

Hate to saya lot of great Pentax cameras get poor press: KM, 67, H2(love to have one of these), ZX-M, and even the MZ-S isn't getting the press it should - part of this is the fact Pentax dosn't have a history of aggressive marketing They tend to let the cameras speak for themselves - I don't

Re: The most under-rated Pentax body

You have me there Guess we should get the work outanyone for a rally? I have markers for signs! -- David Spaulding Photographer http://dspauldingtripodcom - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List To unsubscribe, go to http://wwwpdmlnet and follow the directions Don't forget

Used Advise

equipment? Is E-bay a good source and how do you keep from getting a bad deal? Thanks -- David Spaulding Photographer http://dspauldingtripodcom - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List To unsubscribe, go to http://wwwpdmlnet and follow the directions Don't forget to visit the Pentax

RE: Used Advise

Thanks I'll take a look at KEHcom -- David Spaulding Photographer http://dspauldingtripodcom - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List To unsubscribe, go to http://wwwpdmlnet and follow the directions Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pugkomkonorg

Re: The most under-rated Pentax body

On Thu, Feb 28, 2002 at 03:58:29PM -0500, Brendan wrote: Here the MZ-3 is almost the same asthe MZ-5n, just rare, I actually got mine for less than a MZ-5n Nitin Garg wow So is the 5n more expensive or 3 is cheaper? I haven't been able to find an MZ-3 in the states From what I have read the

Hello all

Hello, My name is David and I have been using Pentax since I became serieous about photography ten or so years ago. I currently use a ZX-5 and 5n, both of which I love! This is my first disscussion list so bear with me. I am looking forward to being a part of other Pentax users and what-not.