curious

2007-03-03 Thread Walter Hamler
Paul, what part of LA (lower alabama) was that picture taken? :-) Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Elements 5.0 Tools Missing

2007-03-02 Thread Walter Hamler
I am not totally sure but I believe a hot pixel will render white and a dead pixel will render black. As far as dust, most dust spots will cover more than one pixel and tend to show as oof blobs, sometimes quite large. That is where the blower bulbs are really handy. I have had to clean both my

Elements 5.0 Tools Missing

2007-03-02 Thread Walter Hamler
Several of the tools are like that, with hidden menu items under the icon. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Elements 5.0 Tools Missing

2007-03-02 Thread Walter Hamler
Just in case, the dodge, burn, and smudge tools are under one icon, the bottom one on the tool bar. Right click to select which one you want. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

FS: Friday- 135 and 200 SMC-M's

2007-03-02 Thread Walter Hamler
I have these two just gathering dust since buying the 50~200. If anyone is interested I could give you a great deal. 135 f/3.5 SMC-M in fair condition. Optically clean and works fine. 200 f/4 SMC-M in good condition. Optically clean and works very smoothly. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail Li

Alternative to the DA50-200/4-5.6 ? - Try the SMCK 45-125/4

2007-03-02 Thread Walter Hamler
"I'm not saying you cant use other specialty ranges but where are you going to get a good 18-80mm to go with your 80-200? " Sigma makes a 17~70 that is quite nice according to the reviews. I doubt that it covers FF at the short end but might at the longer portion. That would be important to som

Which one do you prefer"

2007-02-28 Thread Walter Hamler
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/GirraffeBWweb.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/GirraffeFeedingweb.jpg My Giraffee shot, one in B&W, one in Color. Comments appreciated. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdm

March PUG IS UP

2007-02-28 Thread Walter Hamler
Well, isn't it close to that time? ;-) Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

March PUG IS UP

2007-02-28 Thread Walter Hamler
I had to go to the Previous Galleries and all of 2007 is listed. When you click on March it opens. The later ones, April on, do not. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

March PUG IS UP

2007-02-28 Thread Walter Hamler
Some nice shots. I like B&W! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Velvet Fine Art on the R2400?

2007-02-28 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks Godders. Some of the folks in our camera club insist that you have to use profiles to get a good print. When I show them my results, they just claim I am lucky! I have never done any type of production printing. I think if I had the need to, I would get a lab to print to the RA4 paper and

Velvet Fine Art on the R2400?

2007-02-28 Thread Walter Hamler
I got a question. I tend to use the Ilford papers and the Costco Glossy 95% of the time, but have used others like the Museo. I have seldom had a problem getting a good print, but I always use the settings to make the software set the print requirements, not the printer, other than setting a pap

PESO - Da Bear

2007-02-28 Thread Walter Hamler
"You suck, Ken, go away. Ok, that's just the jealousy of the 600/4. Nice shot. Looks like he was smelling you..." Is that why the look of displeasure... er, or is it pleasure? :-) Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

How about Pentax M 135/3.5 and M 200/4.0?

2007-02-28 Thread Walter Hamler
I have both, and they are for sale. Send me an email off list. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

K10/100D focus test chart

2007-02-27 Thread Walter Hamler
I printed it out, cut it out, and assembled. My daughter, a kindergarten teacher, asked me what I was doing. I replied that I was working on Pentax Paper Doll cutouts. So, she proceeds to show me Canon Paper doll cutouts on the web! But these really were paper dolls. BTW, the focus checker worke

PESO - Da Bear

2007-02-27 Thread Walter Hamler
I think I would have wanted 9000 mm fl! Nice shot. I know folks who spent a lot of time in AK and the stories they tell always make me want to go. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

K10/100D focus test chart

2007-02-27 Thread Walter Hamler
Got it!! The right click on the link and save as did the trick. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

K10/100D focus test chart

2007-02-27 Thread Walter Hamler
I stumbled upon a test chart for k10/100D. Ken, I get a page advertising a drink of some kind, all in Konji ?? Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Opinions of DA 50-200mm???

2007-02-27 Thread Walter Hamler
"I am thinking of getting the DA 50-200mm. Especially since there is a rebate going until March 27th." Marnie, here are a couple more that I shot at the camera club outing at the zoo last weekend. I used the 50~200 for about 80% of my shooting. I think it is a great example of Pentax glass, an

PESO: Photo Shoot Yesterday

2007-02-25 Thread Walter Hamler
"That's a great shot of the bird, Walter, but my reputation is still intact... It's not a cormorant it's an anhinga" Thanks Christian. I guess we learn something everyday! I am not an ardent birder and we have always called them cormorants around here, but I am sure there are folks who know the

PESO: Photo Shoot Yesterday

2007-02-25 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks all for the input. They are all appreciated. Adjacent to the wetlands is a zoo, so the Jaguars are not running loose!! I am a cat lover, but not that much!! I have an otherwise identical view of the cormorant, without the grass. I will try a print of it to compare. Our club is pretty acti

PESO: Photo Shoot Yesterday

2007-02-25 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks for the reply Bob. Well, if you thought the foggy sunrise was confusing, you should have tried driving through it! :-). The roadway was an elevated berm with water on both sides. I did not want to deviate from the correct path! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http

PESO: Photo Shoot Yesterday

2007-02-25 Thread Walter Hamler
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/Cormorantweb.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/FoggySunriseweb.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/Jaguarweb.jpg Went on a shoot yesterday to a nearby wetlands. Shot a few birds, etc. Comments, suggestions welc

Help with backdrops for portrait photos

2007-02-23 Thread Walter Hamler
> You're pregnant Jerome? Yep. Going on 5 months. I just wish I knew who the mother was. That has got to be the comeback of the centuryWalt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO - Boris, Week 7

2007-02-23 Thread Walter Hamler
The eyes tell it all. "Boy, this is a big world!!" My prayer is that he grows up to a world that is as full of peace and prosperity as possible!! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO -- Threatening Skies, Calm Seas

2007-02-17 Thread Walter Hamler
I definately like the origional color the best, followed by the high contrast B&W. I think I would like a B&W with somewhat cooler tones than the Platinium rendition however. I have never liked Warmtone B&W except in people pics. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pd

PESO: Kitty Sex

2007-02-16 Thread Walter Hamler
David Brooks wrote: "The newest one, Lucy will now jump from the floor, desk what have you onto my shoulder if i walk by. I have to really watch it around the house now." Does she still have claws? Ouch! At least Amelia has lost her front ones, plus she is so gentle anyway I don't think scratch

PESO: Kitty Sex

2007-02-16 Thread Walter Hamler
David Mann wrote, "Lovely kitty... looks like a birman. She'd be a nice lap-cat in the winter." Actually a Himalayan, and I wish she would sit in our laps. She likes to be combed, petted, stroked, but not held. She will tollerate about 20 seconds of holding her and then the squirming begins!

PESO: Kitty Sex

2007-02-15 Thread Walter Hamler
That should get your attention! Ha! This is what we jokingly call it when we scratch the cat's belly. She really enjoys it, purrs like crazy, and we swear her eyes glaze over. Just think the forum needs a little levity!! :-) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/KittySex.jpg -- PDM

PESO - El Capitan (#1)( Elliott Porter)

2007-02-13 Thread Walter Hamler
Oops. Yes, I probably did mispell. I have some pics somewhere of him on some of our ventures. If I can locate I will scan (slides) and post here. BTW, I am assuming he has long passed on, but does anyone have a date? Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/

PESO - El Capitan (#1)( Elliott Porter)

2007-02-13 Thread Walter Hamler
"Well, Porter was very painterly in his rendering of nature in color - and very precise with his dye transfer prints... it is that kinship to your stuff that I see... odd that you didn't know him. " There's a name I am very familiar with. I met him on a couple trips he made to Antarctica to pho

Peso: salt & pepper shakers

2007-02-04 Thread Walter Hamler
"This is a quick picture I took with it of the girl who tried to victimise me." Dang, she don't have no black eye! I thought you said you were gonna give her one! :-) Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO: Scottish Lassie

2007-02-02 Thread Walter Hamler
"On 2/2/07, Bob W, discombobulated, unleashed: >I think she's aiming for the idiot with the Canon, isn't she? I know I >would. Can't be a Canon, he's only holding it with one hand." Actually it's a Nikon D200. The guy is a friend, member of the local camera club. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discus

PESO: Scottish Lassie

2007-02-02 Thread Walter Hamler
"You caught her at a good moment - nice shot. I'm curious if you tried any shots with motion blur?" Unfortunately not, never even thought of it. I should have though. I will file that thought away for next time. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/lis

PESO: Scottish Lassie

2007-02-01 Thread Walter Hamler
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/ScottishLassieweb.jpg Taken at the local Scottish Highland Games a couple weeks ago. She was really into this stuff!! About a 50% crop from origonal. K10D, 50~200 zoom -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listin

PESO: Today's Catch

2007-02-01 Thread Walter Hamler
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/VermontFishingweb.jpg I shot this several years ago in Vermont. I was surprised to see Bass that far north, being a southerner! They were very proud of their catch. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/li

*ist-Ds Vs. K10D image quality?

2007-02-01 Thread Walter Hamler
"Does 10 really beat 6 in the real world? Your thoughts?" A resounding "yes!". I was very happy with my DL, still have it. But the image smoothness is the first thing that grabbed me. I bought an Epson R1800 printer right after ordering the K10. I enter prints for competition in our camera cl

Fish Eye Orchids

2007-01-29 Thread Walter Hamler
I saw a shot somewhere on the web where a FE Zoom lens was used to shoot macro like pics. This is my attempt on some Orchids belonging to a friend. K10D, iso 100, 1/90th @ f/13, 17mm. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/SandysOrchidslgweb.jpg -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML

Pentax Life Article

2007-01-29 Thread Walter Hamler
http://pentaxlife.com/ Anyone try the sharpening technique of Benjamin Kanarek on the Pentax Life website? I tried it on a few shots and just the two stage unsharp mask technique looked pretty good. The additional layers merge was hit or miss depending on the subject. Walt -- PDML Pentax-D

Lightroom Help

2007-01-28 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks Godfrey for getting back to me. I made a quick try with a couple of your ideas, letting Lightroom run the printer and letting the printer do it's thing. Either way the print is the same. Just to be sure I printed with Elements and the same way I always do. The print with Elements is like

Lightroom Help

2007-01-28 Thread Walter Hamler
I downloaded Adobe Lightroom yesterday because lots of you are talking positive things about it. The use seems to be pretty straightforward and I am able to import shots, manipulate as desired, and on screen the image looks fine. These are all images that I have previously worked in PS Elements

Viewfinders

2007-01-26 Thread Walter Hamler
I found te discussion on the comparisons among various camera viewfinders interesting. It brougt back memories of past cameras :-) As a recent buyer of the K10 and still having the istDL, I honestly have not paid a lot of attention between the two viewfinders. This PM I took both out with zoom l

PESO - Morning Light

2007-01-24 Thread Walter Hamler
Ha! There is a similar oak down the street that I have been eyeballing as well! It has a huge know and a bunch of ferns/fungi growing in it. Good rendition of the lighting. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Working with my K10D Raw images

2007-01-23 Thread Walter Hamler
Barry, I use PhotoShop Elements 5.0 and am very happy with it. I have been using the Elements versions since inception. I seldom shoot RAW, but I have my K10 set to do Raw as DNG's. Elements supports Adobe Camera Raw and the DNG files. They may also support the Pentax PEF's by now, but I haven't

test

2007-01-20 Thread Walter Hamler
I saw it in the archives. That is how I read stuff. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO: Nap Time

2007-01-20 Thread Walter Hamler
Actually the games were not my cup of tea but the "human interest" stuff and the pipe 'n drum marching bands were fabulous. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO: Nap Time

2007-01-20 Thread Walter Hamler
Was shooting today at a local Scottish Games event. This guy looklikes like he was ready for beddy bye! :-) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/naptimeweb.jpg -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO: Hogafication

2007-01-14 Thread Walter Hamler
Could you be a little more specific? Does the lens readily come off the Holga? Did the lens need any spacing on the body cap to be in focus? I like the effect very much. Great job! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO - Comet McNaught

2007-01-13 Thread Walter Hamler
"Yes it's a mirror lens. Does a decent job overall. A fair amount of atmospheric haze to shoot through yesterday." Apparantly you do not have any difficulty mounting a mirror lens on the istD. I have seen on other groups where folks cannon mount the mirror lenses on the DS, DL, K100, K10 seri

Birds of a Feather

2007-01-13 Thread Walter Hamler
"I like the way birds are standing out (almost like Limited lens quality) but one guy is turning his back (or axx) to me which bothers me a bit :-). Ken" Yes, well I guess birds are allowed to "moon" us as well :-) Waly -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/l

PAW Forced out

2007-01-13 Thread Walter Hamler
Yes, a similar blight is being repeated all across the country! What we need is less people!!! Seriously, nice rendition. I find myself converting a lot of my shots to B&W just to see what it may look like. The new PS Elements 5 has a nice B&W conversion that lets you play with different effects

Birds of a Feather

2007-01-13 Thread Walter Hamler
The Robins are back early this year. They must have heard about all the warm weather up north! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/BirdsofaFeatherweb.jpg -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

200+ Megapixels

2007-01-11 Thread Walter Hamler
Well, I really am "in the dark" here. I look at the pic and don't even know what it is I am looking at. Looks like hockey pucks with eyes!! LOL! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

200+ Megapixels

2007-01-11 Thread Walter Hamler
Am I missing something ?? Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Printing (on a budget)

2007-01-10 Thread Walter Hamler
Thibouille, I would have to second the comment others have made as to an Epson R220. It is a very fine printer, can be found for way under 100.00, and it really does a great job, B&W and color. Epson has also just come out with a newer series of smaller printer with the latest ink technology tha

PESO - American Fence

2007-01-10 Thread Walter Hamler
I personally subscribe to the growing philosophy that we need to arm Bears rather than bear arms!! That would keep the hunters away and allow the Bears to live and let live! :-) Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

OT: Has anyone photographed, or at least seen, this UFO?

2007-01-09 Thread Walter Hamler
The comet is visible near the Western Horizon right at and after sunset. Been cloudy here too but supposed to clear later today. The thing is moving into the Southern Hemisphere skies in a few more days so the folks down under should get a nice view! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PD

New Bag

2007-01-09 Thread Walter Hamler
Thought I would post a couple shots of the new bag. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/NewBag1.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/NewBag.jpg Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

eggs for photos

2007-01-09 Thread Walter Hamler
"Hi Pentaxians I just have eaten 3 ultrafresh eggs out of 6 I got today as some sort of payment for a few photos I made last summer." Hey Markus, that sound like the good old days to me!! That was the way folks got through life on a daily basis a hundred years ago. Maybe we would all be better o

FS: Pentax SMC-A 35mm f/2

2007-01-08 Thread Walter Hamler
"But on --manual focus-- lenses like the K/M/A which was the original comparison, the build quality effects the ease of use because its easier to manual focus a really well made lens then an el crapo. jco" I haven't entered this fray before now, BUT, I recently picked up the 50~200 DA zoom. Jus

K10D gallery

2007-01-04 Thread Walter Hamler
Agreed, they are all good, but I really like the first two on page 2, the feather and the cu of the flower. There are several folks on this list who do some great BW work (whether native or converted) and I really miss the darkroom days! Well, let me rephrase that I like the good results I s

Bag for GFM Outing

2007-01-04 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks for all the responses. I got enough good input to go to the store this AM and found a ProMaster Sling Bag. It will hold all my lenses, even the 350mm T-Mount, and the second body if necessary. I likes the combo of over the shoulder/backpack, with the waist belt it stays in place and the f

PESO - Chimping

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
"Taken during our last little photo outing in snowy Utah. Reminded me of a modern Norman Rockwell type scene." Yeah, this new digital age has brought about a lot of new mannerisms! I remember the last few weddings I shot (645 film format) and kids would come up to me wanting to "see" the pictu

Hot Dog Heaven

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
"Er, where's the hot dog? " Dead center, burried under the chips, onions, and other garnishes! These are touted as "Chicago" dogs, I just eat them though. ;-) Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

OT: Occupations?

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
"Doesn't matter. By the time you reach that age you've become completely invisible to 20 y.o. women anyway." LOL!! I guess there really is a God, that keeps me out of trouble! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO: railway crossing

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
Ralf, I have never commented of your photo's, but they are always excellent depictions of the scene. The quality is impeccable and really pull you into the subject at hand. But, I have one question. Why are you seemingly stuck on industrial type work? Is that your field of work or interest? Just

Bag for GFM Outing

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
"I'm a fan of photo vests as well. They look a little geeky, but they work well if you just want to carry a couple of lenses and some small bric-brac." Thanks Bill. Now there is an option I never even considered. I will check to see if the camera store carries them as I don't remember seeing any

Hot Dog Heaven

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
"I'd pick it as my favorite pic among those seen here for ages. If I'll ever have to write about using fisheyes, I'm going to ask you for using it." Dario I am humbled! I do like the lens though. It definately has uses that allow the viewer a different perspective that overcomes the obvious di

Bag for GFM Outing

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
I'm in the market for a new camera bag to use when I attend the GFM event. The local camera store actually has a lot of bags, but I am somewhat bewildered by all the choices. I'm looking to carry an extra body and three DA lenses. Other small stuff naturally, but that really would suffice. What

PESO: Hot Dog Heaven

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
"Finally, a PESO that's a little different than most! I like it quite a bit. Shel" Gee, thanks for all the nice comments. Now, if only you were the judges at the competition next week! Actually, I have enjoyed the competition whether I get good scores or not. With almost 400 members, and almo

PESO: Hot Dog Heaven

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
"Nice. You should write a headline and sell it to the restaurant as an ad." Thanks Paul. Actually they said they would give me a free dog if I bring them a print. I had shown them the lcd view and they liked it. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/list

PESO: Hot Dog Heaven

2007-01-03 Thread Walter Hamler
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/HDHweb.jpg Maybe use it in an upcoming camera club contest. K10D, FE zoom at 10mm Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

OT: Occupations?

2007-01-02 Thread Walter Hamler
Cotty writes... "I fully intend to complete my education as a mature student in my late 60s. Where I will likely by surrounded by lots of women in their 20s. Now *that's* what I call retirement !" Yes, BUT, it's damn frustrating to be there and not remember what to do with it!! Walt -- PDML P

OT: Occupations?

2007-01-02 Thread Walter Hamler
Mark Roberts wrote... "I'm a secret agent. Sorry, I can't tell you any more..." Darn, you beat me to it! I was going to say "I would tell you but then I would have to kill you!" Actually, I did spend 27 years in US Navy as a photographer specializing in aerial photography. Then after I retired

Do it yourself pano head

2007-01-01 Thread Walter Hamler
"Curious, How do you accurately determine the nodal point on the lens, especially the zooms, in order to position the camera correctly on the head? jco" Actually, I have shot quite a bit of stuff to stitch together and have done them all handheld. Surprisingly I have never had a problem getting t

OT - looking at tents for GFM

2007-01-01 Thread Walter Hamler
A friend in our astronomy club has one. He is a die hard camper (Eagle Scout) and it is nice. It withstood a pretty big windstorm earlier this year at one of our outings. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

OT - looking at tents for GFM

2007-01-01 Thread Walter Hamler
http://www.coleman.com/coleman/colemancom/detail.asp?product_id=9160-171&categoryid=11020 I have one of these and find it roomy and easy to setup. That said, I still prefer Motel 6 !! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

GFM Registration is OPEN!

2007-01-01 Thread Walter Hamler
I got mine in this AM as well. See you all there. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Pentax on Today Show

2007-01-01 Thread Walter Hamler
The K10 was just featured as a Hot item for 2007 on a segment of the Today Show on NBC. They were touting the shake reduction feature. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO: Snow Fun

2006-12-30 Thread Walter Hamler
I wish we could get another dog!! But I still love the cat. Great shots. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

So, with only a few days left, who's GFMing

2006-12-29 Thread Walter Hamler
Why would I miss it??? Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

So, with only a few days left, who's GFMing

2006-12-29 Thread Walter Hamler
Count me in. Now my wife says she will go. Also looks like her sister has found us a place to stay with friends who actually live there on GFM. I'm getting excited! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Christmas Enablement?

2006-12-25 Thread Walter Hamler
My wife gave me a new copy of PhotoShop Elements 5.0. Santa gave me a 50~200 Pentax Zoom. I really like both. I wasn't sure PSE 5 had enough "extras" to make the upgrade worth it, but I really like what I see so far. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman

Slow-Sync Use with K10D

2006-12-24 Thread Walter Hamler
It is the 500 DG-ST, the "basic" version. I have been pretty happy with it since it puts out a lot more light than the built in flash. The folks in New York were very quick and did it under warranty. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pd

Slow-Sync Use with K10D

2006-12-24 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks Godders. That makes sense, I guess. BTW, I got my Sigma flash back from Sigma for repairs/update. It now works with the K10D for regular ttl flash, but not with the second curtain. However, I don't think this cheaper model had that in the inventory from the beginning. The higher end "delu

Slow-Sync Use with K10D

2006-12-24 Thread Walter Hamler
I was trying out the slow sync(second curtain) flash last evening with the K10D. I don't think it is working properly. When the shutter speed is around 1 sec so you can see what is going on, the flash discharged when the shutter is first tripped, then is discharged a second time with the trailin

GFM (Possible First Timer)

2006-12-24 Thread Walter Hamler
Gee Dave, 200 meters. How far is that? Me thinks maybe you are giving me more credit than I am due! :-) Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

GFM (Possible First Timer)

2006-12-23 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks Mark. Makes me feel like it will really be a great trip. I am getting excited already! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

World Peace

2006-12-23 Thread Walter Hamler
After reading the PDML Archives for several months now, and noting the various folks from all over the world, with many varied experiences and opinions, I am convinced that if enough of you could get together at one time, all the worlds problems could be solved, and one heck of a party would en

GFM (Possible First Timer)

2006-12-23 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks for the info Bob. Actually I am vaguely familiar with the area. My sister in law lives in Charlotte and her youngest daughter in Asheville. Just wasn't sure about stuff available with a reasonable drive. Also, what about the mountain itself. Are most of the photo opportunities available f

GFM (Possible First Timer)

2006-12-22 Thread Walter Hamler
I am definately interested in attending. I am assuming there are motel rooms available nearby for those of us not fond of tents! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Pentax glass

2006-12-22 Thread Walter Hamler
Speaking of which, I still have a 135 SMC-M and a 200 SMC-m for sale. The 50 1.4 is gone. Good price to a good home! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Hoya - Pentax Merger?

2006-12-21 Thread Walter Hamler
Ann wrotw: "Does this mean I don't have to type OT in the subject line when i'm asking a question about filters?" LOL! That's great. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Pentax/Hoya/Tokina

2006-12-21 Thread Walter Hamler
This all brings to rememberance a discussion at the PMA convention in Orlando back in Feb. It all started when I asked a Tokina rep why they did not make the 12~24 zoom in the PK mount. He indicated that it would not be sold in great enough quantities because Pentax was almost bankrupt and the

FS: PK Lenses

2006-12-20 Thread Walter Hamler
I have added a DA 50~200 zoom so these manual lenses have become less useful. 135mm f/3.5 SMC M 200mm f/4 SMC M I also have a 50mm f/1.4 "A" lens that I might consider letting go. The two M lenses are in good condition but used. Clean glass. The 50mm is in excellent condition at a minimum. Ple

Gary Fong Lightsphere

2006-12-19 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks Daniel. It looks real good from the photo's they post. I'm thinking of getting the clear one as it will have less light loss. Right now my Sigma flash is back at Sigma for redo of whatever to make it work with the K10. When it gets back I will try the one idea with the bubble wrap that so

Gary Fong Lightsphere

2006-12-18 Thread Walter Hamler
http://store.garyfonginc.com/licl.html Anyone have and hands on experience with these units. There is a "cloud" version and a "clear" version. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

PESO: Merry Christmas

2006-12-18 Thread Walter Hamler
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/XMAS2007.jpg Thanks for the great idea! Here is my input, sincerely wishing ALL of you the very best that these holiday celebrations have to offer! And Merry Christmas to Pentax as well!! Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http

mighty chilly in hell today

2006-12-17 Thread Walter Hamler
Thanks Godders, for getting us back on track! BTW, have you, or any others with the K10, changed the defaults on the front and rear dials? I changed mine to +/- control on the front dial and the shift mode on the rear one. I also notice that the front dial allows +/- control of the flash when it

Snowing in Hell

2006-12-17 Thread Walter Hamler
Good Grief !! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

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