Galen Rowell by Arthur Morris

2002-08-12 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 8/12/2002 11:55:21 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: AUGUST 12, 2002 Sadly, I received this note from a friend in San Diego this morning: We have been informed that Galen and Barbara Rowell were killed in a plane crash on the approach to

Re: 2nd hand shops in London

2002-07-17 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 7/17/2002 10:18:06 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: across the street from the British Museum (there is sort of an arcade with old coin and antique shops, and they are among those). It is called Pied Bull Yard. Ed - This message is from the

Re: Dumb question about printing

2002-07-16 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 7/16/2002 7:05:35 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Yeah, I thought so too, but the only thing I can find is using Polymax filters, nothing about Dichroic colorheads. Bill I can send you the site that has the information you need if you don't

Re: ME Super repair

2002-07-14 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 7/14/2002 12:03:38 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I don't know if Joe is still active, but it is definitely worth calling Westside Camera Repair, (317) 291-1457, on 3537 Georgetown Road. Thanks, Bob - I will call him tomorrow. BTW, I use your K

Re: k2 or kx or lx that is the question

2002-07-12 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 7/12/2002 9:14:43 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: No. 1, LX. No. 2, K2. Agreed - but I have two K2's when I could have bought an LX instead. I am not sorry. Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to

OT: For our friends in the UK

2002-07-08 Thread LEDMRVM
We just got back from ten days in London (with some side trips) starting on June 22. The weather was perfect; the Brits were, as always, the best hosts anywhere. We kept the ZX5n's and the PZ1 busy, to say the least. Maybe I will (at last) get around to posting a site. Ed - This message is

Re: The Great PDML Print Off

2002-06-01 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 6/1/2002 7:01:49 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I propose that we make 6 portfolios and distribute 3 to the USA, 1 to Canada, 1 to Oz, and 1 to the UK/ Poland. Does this sound workable? Thanks OK here. Ed Matthew - This message is from the

Uncurling old negatives

2002-06-01 Thread LEDMRVM
Any suggestions on how to uncurl old negatives such as those which have been stored in film canisters? This question came to me on another group. Ed Matthew - 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

Re: OT: Pre-Rinse in Development Land ?

2002-05-31 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/31/2002 8:12:05 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If you do pre-rinse - which films do you do it with ? Infrared - only. Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions.

Re: Home developing -- details, details

2002-05-29 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/29/2002 9:03:41 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: (1) Do any of you have comments on the practice of presoaking roll film in water The only films I presoak are infrared. Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To

Re: Since we're talking about Home Development . . .

2002-05-27 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/27/2002 9:26:55 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My D-76 develops over ten rolls... maybe I'm inadvertedly sacrifying quality? Fernando I use D76 also. One shot and discard = consistency. I'm not saying you can't or shouldn't reuse, but

Re: Drying RC Prints

2002-05-26 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/26/2002 7:38:13 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi, Just wondering people go about drying their RC prints? I have been placing mine in a little rack that is ment for files. But this is really only good for up to 8x10s. I hang 11x14's

Re: Imported film or USA? Any difference?

2002-05-20 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/20/2002 6:19:36 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi All, I was looking at BH website. I noticed that Kodak and Fuji have imported and USA film. It looks like the same film as far as I can see except for the price. Does anybody know what the

Re: Advice Needed For Student

2002-05-14 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/14/2002 6:47:18 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: ...think of the Pentax 67...it's laid out almost the same, but with DOF preview and MLU... ...with an additional bonus - at the end of a long day, my 67 weighs approximately the same as a Honda

Re: 31mm Ltd. vs. FA 35 f2

2002-05-14 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/14/2002 9:57:18 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Based on Popular Photography tests, they are comparably sharp except wide open, where the 31 is definitely better. As Pål mentioned, there are other factors to consider, such as bokeh and overall

Re: Do zooms teach visual discipline? Was: Advice Needed For Student

2002-05-13 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/13/2002 10:03:27 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In the end, I think zooms are great for people who are trying to figure out whether photography is worth doing at all. But once you are after that stage, it's just another annoyance -- extra weight

Re: Advice Needed For Student

2002-05-13 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/13/2002 2:31:17 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Regarding the K1000, William Robb wrote: Think simple, elegant and reliable. I don't think the K1000 gets the respect it deserves. It has all the features one needs for photography, in a

Re: The PDML Print Challenge.

2002-05-07 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 5/7/2002 7:40:37 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hold up...why don't we do this with a 35mm neg? Not all of us have 67 carriers. I take it your in if we use a 35mm neg? I will dig around and see what I can find for a decent 35mm negative.

Re: Color is So Much Easier

2002-04-15 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 4/15/2002 9:17:14 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: . You can't change paper grades or enlarger exposure when working with transparency film. Huh? Agreed that I can't change paper grades, but I do change enlarger exposure when printing Ilfochrome.

Re: Color is So Much Easier

2002-04-15 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 4/15/2002 10:28:13 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Huh? Agreed that I can't change paper grades, but I do change enlarger exposure when printing Ilfochrome. Ed M. - One addition - I can use low, medium or high contrast Ilfochrome; however, I

Re: Agfa Scala

2002-03-08 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 3/8/2002 9:41:02 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I like it around 320 (and processed normally) as well. Yields more mid tones and give a nice, deep, rich-looking images. While you will get a greatly detailed image exposing at 200, it has

Re: Agfa Scala

2002-03-07 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 3/7/2002 8:42:18 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hello, I just received two rolls of Agfa Scala with mailers for developing. I ask those of you with experience using this film to give me some pointers and your impressions/opinions on this film.

Re: Film source ?

2002-03-06 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 3/6/2002 6:52:15 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: So, does anyone care to recommend a favorite mail order source for film and paper. I'm in the USA. Thanks, Tim Engel - BH. Freestyle. Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail

Re: phallic phungus

2002-03-03 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 3/3/2002 10:37:12 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: . And they put grey gravy on everything, even breakfast! The winter weather is colder and windier than Vermont, with our the Majestic Mountains. Stay in the popcorn state, if you will, but don't

Re: phallic phungus

2002-03-02 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 3/2/2002 12:21:59 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: to keep all those Midwesterners from discovering what it's really like, and then moving here and trashing up the place. Been there. Discovered what it is like. Liked it. Prefer to stay here. You

Re: The most under-rated Pentax body

2002-02-28 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/28/2002 9:03:10 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The K2/K2DMD Pål - Agreed! Ed M. - 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: OT: Anyone heard of this camera

2002-02-21 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/21/2002 2:30:12 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It's a 35mm SLR Cavalier brand, Preeotar lens. Fixed lens. 45/2.8 or there-abouts. Nifty little thing. Nice leather case. Never seen one before. Any info on it out there? Collin Grin I

Re: 32iso B/W film

2002-02-15 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/15/2002 11:11:42 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Whilst having a look around Fuji Films japanese site, i came across a B/W film called Neopan F which is 32iso. I bought a brick of Neopan F in Japan two years ago. It has very fine

Re: 32iso B/W film

2002-02-14 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/14/2002 8:54:11 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Whilst having a look around Fuji Films japanese site, i came across a B/W film called Neopan F which is 32iso. I bought a brick of Neopan F in Japan two years ago. It has very fine grain. Ed M. -

Re: agfa scala 200

2002-02-12 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/12/2002 8:45:10 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: BTW, I liked Scala much better when I exposed it at 320 rather than 200. I agree, a half stop of underexposure does wonders for Scala. -Aaron Have you printed Scala on Ilfochrome? Sometimes

Re: agfa scala 200

2002-02-11 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/11/2002 5:09:20 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: hi, Anyone know where i can get this film developed in eastern US and what are typical costs ? I got a 5 pack of this today and am wondering if i should use it or pass it along. thanks, nitin

Re: Pentax in Japan

2002-02-08 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/8/2002 6:46:12 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What I would like to know is where do I look? Also what is Tokyo like for English speaking travelers? There are several camera shops in the Shinjuku district of Tokyo. English signs are common; a

Re: general (OT?) question OT answer

2002-02-07 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/7/2002 10:43:16 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Cats are evil incarnate. They are only your friend until someone makes a better offer. They are the whores of the animal kingdom. -- an fellow hater of cats who requested anonymity -- You

Re: #25 Red Filter ???

2002-02-07 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 2/7/2002 6:58:43 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In my quest to be more creative in my photography i plan on experimenting with filters and some IR film soon.I bought a Tiffen #25 red today and have a procedure question.The book says to open

Re: hi, sweetie!

2002-01-30 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/30/2002 3:26:18 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Wow, there was a lot of ice on the car this morning. Hope your ride in to school went ok. I'm glad that the pooch got some exercise, too. Maybe she'll be a little more mellow tonight (fat

OT: Fujichrome Color Reversal Paper

2002-01-29 Thread LEDMRVM
Does anyone have experience using/printing Fujichrome R3 Polyester-based Color Reversal paper? Specifically, I need to know about the chemistry. BH lists the paper, but I have found nothing about the chemistry. The Fuji USA website is lacking in information. A couple of qualifiers on the

Re: favorite non-Pentax K mount lens?

2002-01-23 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/23/2002 11:32:02 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi What is your favorite non-Pentax K mount lens? I vote for Sears 135/2.8 with macro. - Kiron 105/2.8 1:1 Macro. My PZ1p's like it, my K2's like it, my wife's ZX5n's like it, my wife likes

Re: K1000 with autofocus

2002-01-23 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/23/2002 11:45:35 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Easy. The ZX5N. Same interface as the K1000, set the shutter speed with a marked wheel on the top, set the aperture in the lens, shoot. You get things like spot and multi-segment metering, and

Re: OT: Old Canon FT QL

2002-01-17 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/17/2002 1:48:29 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I recently inherited an old Canon FT QL with 50, 35, and 135 Canon lenses. Anybody know where this camera fits in the old Canon line-up? I see depth of field preview and mechanical shutter speeds

Re: OT: Old Canon FT QL

2002-01-17 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/17/2002 4:08:27 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The FT, later replaced by the FTb, would be early- to mid-70s. It's part of the generation that immediately preceded the AE-1. The FT was introduced to the market in 1966. Regards, Ed M. - This

Re: Old Slides

2002-01-14 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/14/2002 12:09:12 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: ! I'm off to eBay to see if I can see anything that resembles my very faint memories of this. :0) Regards, /\/\ick... Have a look at Instamatics here:

Re: Old Slides - Instamatics

2002-01-14 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/14/2002 1:54:09 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: thanks for the offer Rob, but Ed's link and eBay have yielded loads to look at, and I am pretty sure this is what is in my childhood memories. I certainly don't remember the camera ever being used,

Re: Was: Old slides ... Now: The 126 Instamatic

2002-01-14 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/14/2002 2:51:09 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I had no idea anyone ever offered any kind of quality cameras for 126; all I ever saw were thos Instamatics. That's why I was surprised that there was slide film in 126 format: I couldn't imaging an

Re: inported film?

2002-01-03 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 1/3/2002 4:48:51 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have heard it said that, for color film, Europeans (for example) prefer a slightly different color pallette and color film of foreign manufacture is more attuned to that. I do not know if that is

Re: S3 Test roll = success

2001-12-30 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/30/2001 8:34:01 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Now i run the full gauntlet,meterless M42 mounts to a D1. Go fiqure eh. Dave Addiction grin? Best regards to fellow addicts, Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To

Re: Cosmicar

2001-12-29 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/29/2001 7:10:19 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Just idly surfing e-bay, when I came across a listing for a 80-200 zoom of the make Cosmicar The seller say that this is a Pentax made lens. Is this true? If so are there other brand names that

Re: Double messages

2001-12-28 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/28/2001 7:15:20 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi, Ed, Yup. It's happened to a couple of mine over the last week or two. regards, frank Ed Mathews wrote: Is anybody else getting sporadic double messages, sometimes at the same

Re: Was: PZ-1p vs. MZ-S; Now Ridiculously OT

2001-12-28 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/28/2001 7:39:37 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: She got hit by a bus in the end. Christian Which end? Apologies, Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions.

Re: PZ-1p review

2001-12-27 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/26/2001 11:05:15 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 12/26/2001 6:06:42 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: And part because it looks like an ungainly brick. Have you taken

Re: Tokina 35-70 2.8 'Fujica' mount = Pentax, no?

2001-12-26 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/26/2001 10:32:08 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Someone advertising a Tokina 35-70 2.8 in a Fujica mount. Am I wrong in assuming that this is Pentax K mount? I had a Fujica years ago and I could swear it was a K mount??? Confused, Cotty

Re: Who manufactured Revue 400/4.5 ?

2001-12-26 Thread LEDMRVM
Dependingt on the age of your Revue lens, it may have been manufactured by Elop-Werke GambH, Flensburg, Germany. (Elop is an acronym for Elektro-Optische-Werke.) ELOP-Werke was a small enterprise in Northern West Germany in the post-WWII period. This company manufactured a single SLR - the

Re: PZ-1p review

2001-12-26 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/26/2001 6:06:42 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: And part because it looks like an ungainly brick. Bob - Have you taken the trouble to look closely at the competition? Ed M - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To

Re: PZ-1p review

2001-12-23 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/23/2001 7:51:07 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I think the PZ1p's downfall is simple. It is not a photogenic camera. In actual use, it is beautiful, but catalog-size photos of it are quite ugly. Who the heck would give a second look at an ugly

Re: Pentax ME + M50/1.4

2001-12-22 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/22/2001 8:11:51 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: MS 76 batteries are correct. Good price, and I still have a liking for the old ME. Regards, Bob S. Also: EPX76, SR44, G13, RS76, V76PX, and S76. All are the same but come from different

Re: Bye, Bye

2001-12-21 Thread LEDMRVM
Albano- Be safe, be well, be of good hope. This, too, shall pass. Ed M. Indianapolis - 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 .

OT: Agfa APX25 and Agfa Ultra 50.

2001-12-20 Thread LEDMRVM
I have two rolls of 36 exposure Agfa APX 25 (discontinued) dated 7/2003 and one roll of 36 exposure Agfa Ultra 50 (also discontinued) dated 4/2000. All three have been frozen since a few days after their purchase. Having read on other newsgroups that these film are commanding sometimes

Re: OT: Agfa APX25 and Agfa Ultra 50.

2001-12-20 Thread LEDMRVM
The Ultra 50 is claimed. The APX25 remains available. Ed M. - 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: Agfa APX25 and Agfa Ultra 50.

2001-12-20 Thread LEDMRVM
Both the Ultra 50 and the APX 25 are claimed. Shel wins the APX. Paul Jones wins the Ultra - I relented on the stateside requirement to send it to a good neighbor down under. Happy Holidays wherever, however, or whether or not you celebrate. Good light and surpassing subjects in the coming

Re: K2 DMD without flashsync

2001-12-16 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/16/2001 7:57:30 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'd be very careful about any K2 however, since their electro-mechanical shutters are no longer supported by Pentax. I was told that once they fail they're unusable in Auto mode [unless you can

Re: Question on an old Agfa medium-format camera

2001-12-14 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/14/2001 5:05:50 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi all, Does anyone know much about old German-made medium-format (120 roll film, 6 x 6) folding cameras made by Agfa? I have an old one which appears to be an Agfa Isolette V (or Jsolette

Re: Spotmeters

2001-12-11 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/11/2001 8:40:46 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can anyone tell me what type of battery is needed in a spotmeter V, The Spotmeter V takes 76 type silver oxide batteries - Everready EPX76, Duracell MS76, Maxell SR44, Panasonic G13, Rayovac RS76,

Re: Pentax semi-OT question

2001-12-08 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/8/2001 1:16:29 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Quick informal poll. Potion of choice? After a long day of shooting with Pentax cameras, I like Dalmore single malt scotch, with a little water, no ice. Maker's Mark bourbon. Ice, no

Re: Happy Birthday Alfred Eisenstaedy! OT

2001-12-06 Thread LEDMRVM
OT? At least it is about photography - hopefully that is what Pentax itself is about. Have you had the pleasure of reading The Eye of Eisenstaedt? It has some fascinatiing information about how/why he made some of his favorite images. Regards, Ed M. In a message dated 12/6/2001 9:09:01 AM US

Re: K MOUNT question

2001-12-06 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 12/6/2001 2:30:36 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ricoh, Casina, Vivitar, and ??? I guess if there would be a point in history where Pentax wouldn't make any film based cameras anymore, there would have no reason for other manufacturers to

Re: The New French Anti-Photography Law _ change the OT line!

2001-12-05 Thread LEDMRVM
If this stuff must be part of the Pentax Discussion Group, so be it but as a favor to those of us who don't give a damn about your personal political views, please change the damned topic line. Then it/you can be flushed with a simple delete click. Ed M. You know I already knew

Re: OT: Neutral countries (was: Re: December PUG)

2001-12-05 Thread LEDMRVM
Thus far, you have all proved that history can be interpreted. At least you have a topic that says delete me written all over it. Ed M. In a message dated 12/5/2001 2:53:47 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Noble intensions often produce unfortunate results. I

Re: The New French Anti-Photography Law - Change to OT title Please!

2001-12-05 Thread LEDMRVM
Is there some reason you can't change these titles so people will know you are advancing your political crap? Or is it necessary to just delete or block you? Ed M. In a message dated 12/5/2001 8:02:41 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I read with interest The Rise

Re: Holy flames and a warm fuzzy

2001-11-27 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 11/27/2001 7:40:08 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Is it just me or are a whole bunch of us needing to have our medication increased? HAR!!! WW Maybe it is the onset of winter in the Northern hemisphere g. Now for the warm fuzzy: Two of

Re: My Perfect Camera

2001-11-26 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 11/26/2001 4:21:46 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: This is the WORST sort of mental masturbation, but this is what my all- time perfect camera would be like: It would be built by Pentax to the same high standards as the Spotmatics (with

Re: My Perfect Camera

2001-11-26 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 11/26/2001 6:26:07 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: That's it. That's my perfect camera. Anything I left out? It would be digital. ;-) Cotty C'mon, Cotty - no one said the damn thing had to be practical :-) Best regards, Ed M. -

Re: Thanksgiving Greetings ...

2001-11-22 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 11/22/2001 9:06:47 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ditto from the Great White North And all the best from Indiana! Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions.

Re: Digital cameras are FREE

2001-11-21 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 11/21/2001 9:33:25 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But hey, we all know that in the heart of every amateur beats the heart of a pro. :)) Nonsense. Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to

Re: Film Developing

2001-11-17 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 11/17/2001 2:23:46 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I wrote a few days ago asking for pointers for developing Agfa APX 100 in Microdol-X. Since no one responded, I presume no one had any experience. That being the case, can anyone suggest either

Very OT: Leica M3

2001-11-09 Thread LEDMRVM
I inherited a Leica M3 with a 50/1.5 Summarit lens. The lens seems perfect, the body looks great but has problems. I would like to know if anyone here is interested before I go to marketplace or e-bay. If interested, contact me off-list for description. Thanks and best regards, Ed Matthew

Re: Why settle for poor Pentax USA support?

2001-11-01 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 11/1/2001 7:51:10 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm calling from a major organization. (remainder of rant snipped). Since I can read, both printed page and monitor, I generally get my information without calling the main office. If B H, Adorama,

Re: the smallest survey

2001-11-01 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 11/1/2001 10:06:14 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Don't remember 110 slides if they had them. Kent There were 110 slides -- they were part of the hype. Pop Photo, in its own inimitable fashion described a test wherein the 110 slides appeared to

Re: Leica and Shel and Mamiya

2001-10-29 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 10/29/2001 3:04:48 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Speaking of things Mamiya, I bought a Mamiya U at a garage sale on the weekend. It's a small compact rangefinder with fixed 35/2.8 Sekor lens. Focus is via 4 settings which progressively move

Re: mamiya/sekor screw mount camera bodies

2001-10-28 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 10/28/2001 7:19:14 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The Mamiya lenses are pretty crappy (I don't think Mamiya actually made their 35mm cameras and lenses, BTW). Also, if I recall correctly, they have some sort of locking pin extending from the

Re: OT: Pentax 645n Rules !!!

2001-10-24 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 10/24/2001 8:32:56 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On Tuesday, October 23, 2001, at 03:24 PM, Ryan Charron wrote: It just does, that's all there is to it! No Canon or Nikon even comes close. While I agree about the 645n's

Re: Minolta 16

2001-10-23 Thread LEDMRVM
Here are sources for Minolta 16 film: A HREF=http://members.fortunecity.com/minivanman/min16film.html;Minolta 16 Film /AA HREF=http://www.subclub.org/;The Sub Club/A Regards, Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the

Re: Rumors ...

2001-10-20 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 10/20/2001 10:17:53 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I heard that Minolta will no longer make cameras in Japan, that it's closing its Malaysian operations, and that it's moving all camera production to Shanghai, in China. Anyone here know if this

Re: Pushing and Pulling film

2001-10-20 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 10/20/2001 2:02:24 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Push processing C-41 film does not work at all. Anyone who says otherwise is fooling themselves. The C-41 process is a develop to completion process, and any additional development merely

Re: Pushing and Pulling film

2001-10-20 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 10/20/2001 3:34:36 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Erm, well... der. Slaps an A-duh sticker on his forehead. So then why is BW different than c-41? Well, duh, because it isn't C41 chemistry unless you use the chromogenics like CN or XP2. I've

Re: Images or Photographs

2001-09-25 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 9/25/2001 1:45:09 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ed Matthew wrote: Mostly I don't care what term others use -- except for my irrational and intense dislike of the half-word pic. That one I can stand despite a certain cheese-factor when

Re: OT: Screen name change

2001-09-17 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 9/17/2001 11:10:49 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I know Ed Mathews. You sir, are no Ed Mathews. Maybe one of you should use a nickname. Since I've met Maryland Ed Mathews, I would like to propose that he go by the moniker 'The Iron Ed',

Re: Slide Mounts

2001-09-17 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 9/17/2001 6:46:44 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Thanks, Ann. I do write on the mounts when captioning and organizing my slides, and if the plastic prevents doing that, or requires using labels, then I'd be better off with the cardboard.

Re: Slide Mounts

2001-09-17 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 9/17/2001 8:43:32 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Another thing to keep in mind is that the cardboard mounts are thicker than the plastic ones, AFAIK, so you may have trouble using cardboard mounts in a 140 carousel tray, for example. chris

Re: Spotmatic ES Query

2001-08-04 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 8/4/2001 8:41:26 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The PX28 silver oxide battery is 4 S76 batteries stacked. The PX28 Lithium is 2 DL1/3n Lithiums stacked. Hmmm... can you replace the PX28 (either one) with 4 S76's and not notice a difference?

Photography Books

2001-07-24 Thread LEDMRVM
I have the following photography books that need a new home. If you are interested, contact me off list - [EMAIL PROTECTED] - inside USA only, please, I don't want to get into the exorbitant cost of international shipping. * indicates dust jacket. Outdoor Photography, Bauer, 3rd. ed., 1979,

Re: Help to an IR-newbie?

2001-07-09 Thread LEDMRVM
A HREF=http://apogeephoto.com/mag1-1/mag1-IR.html;Infrared Photography: Debunking the Myths/A A HREF=http://home.wxs.nl/~losjb/hometest.html;Infrared Photography Homepage of Jaap Los/A A HREF=http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/mainpage.htm;WJ's Infrared Photography Homepage/A Use these

Re: Firearms was Howdy Digest folks! (with photo element)

2001-07-06 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 7/6/2001 8:51:16 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: (The bear is probably thinking. Oh, it's just a silly human. And will ignore you Are the bears in this reference K, KA, or KAF? Ed M. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To

Re: Re[2]: Howdy Digest folks!

2001-07-06 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 7/6/2001 2:35:29 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You failed to mention the problem of parallaxe. Not a problem with a single lens reflaxe...because everything's on the same axes. - When you mentioned Leicaxe , I I forgot the Raxes and assumed

Re: BW prints from color negs

2001-07-05 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 7/5/2001 1:16:54 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have to make some black and white enlargements from color negs. What is the name of the process that I would tell a custom lab that I want? The process is the same. You will get better

Re: Pentax - better or not? OT answer

2001-06-20 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 6/20/2001 9:40:35 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Out of curiosity, what is this fuzzy logic ? Thanks in advance anand. Fuzzy logic is what most of us apply to political decisions. Sorry, couldn't resist. Best, Ed M. - This message is

Re: Pentax Spotmeter V

2001-06-18 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 6/18/2001 7:53:06 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What is a fair price for a pristine (used of course) Pentax Spotmeter V complete with manual and zippered case? I am checking the price for a relative. Also, if anyone is interested in same,

Re: Pentax Spotmeter V

2001-06-18 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 6/18/2001 10:03:58 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Yup! I sent one immediately after the joking one. In case it's disappeared, they've gone for anywhere from $50-$150 on eBay lately, depending on condition and the position of Jupiter on

Re: MZ-S IR film

2001-06-06 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 6/6/2001 6:11:21 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: the film for transport it means that you cannot use an IF film in it. It is unfortunate but theoretically improves the eveness of spacing between frames and defies film transport errors. Anyway

Re: Mr. Stoopid's Darkroom Triumph

2001-06-04 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 6/4/2001 9:57:10 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: On Mon, 4 Jun 2001, Shel Belinkoff wrote: Mr. Stoopid would like to thank everyone who offered good ideas for preventing this foolish mistake from happening again, and for not making Mr.

SV help!

2001-06-04 Thread LEDMRVM
Combination and problem: SV + Super-Takumar (not SMCT) The mirror is stuck in the up/fired position and will not drop. The lens will neither screw on tight nor unscrew and come off I have tried - in vain - the self-timer, the clutch button, and both auto and manual on the lens. What do I do to

Re: OT (sort of) Ilfospeed Deluxe paper

2001-06-03 Thread LEDMRVM
In a message dated 6/3/2001 10:41:51 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ilfospeed Deluxe is nice. Similar to Multigrade, but with better blacks, and less tendency for veiling. Kodak still makes a nice RC graded I think (Kodabromide RC). There doesn't seem to be a lot

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