Re: Pentax 67 questions?

2004-03-09 Thread Steve Jolly
Extra cookies for that man. S David Mann wrote: On Mar 9, 2004, at 10:01, Shel Belinkoff wrote: Can anyone provide approximate dimensions for the various 6x7 Pentax models, also, approx weight with 90mm and 65mm lenses (or similar close focal lengths)? I have an Excel spreadsheet somewhere

Re: Pentax 67 questions?

2004-03-08 Thread Cotty
On 8/3/04, [EMAIL PROTECTED] disgorged: Can anyone provide approximate dimensions for the various 6x7 Pentax models, also, approx weight with 90mm and 65mm lenses (or similar close focal lengths)? Shel, 362 X 184 X 812 feet weight with 65mm : 1250 metric tons weight with 90mm : (scales

Re: Pentax 67 questions?

2004-03-08 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: Shel Belinkoff Subject: Pentax 67 questions? Can anyone provide approximate dimensions for the various 6x7 Pentax models, also, approx weight with 90mm and 65mm lenses (or similar close focal lengths)? If all you need is approximate, then the Pentax web

Re: Pentax 67 questions?

2004-03-08 Thread David Mann
On Mar 9, 2004, at 10:01, Shel Belinkoff wrote: Can anyone provide approximate dimensions for the various 6x7 Pentax models, also, approx weight with 90mm and 65mm lenses (or similar close focal lengths)? I have an Excel spreadsheet somewhere with this kind of info. I was gathering information

Re: Pentax 67 questions?

2004-03-08 Thread Shel Belinkoff
Wow! That's perfect. Just what i was looking for. Thanks so much! shel ;-))) David Mann wrote: On Mar 9, 2004, at 10:01, Shel Belinkoff wrote: Can anyone provide approximate dimensions for the various 6x7 Pentax models, also, approx weight with 90mm and 65mm lenses (or similar

Re: 67 Questions

2002-09-23 Thread Martin Albrecht
Hello, i'm a little late on this, but you can find some info about 6X7 projectors at: http://people.smu.edu/rmonagha/bronslideproj.html and http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/proj_667.htm I bought an used Liesegang Diafant 6x7 on ebay two weeks ago (370 Euro) and i'm very satisfied with it,

67 Questions

2002-09-22 Thread P Temmerman
To all of you committed 67 users: - Is there any 'affordable'system for projecting 67 slides? I remember several years ago that someone on this list (at that time) had picked up an old maybe large-format projector that they then modified to take mounted 67 slides. I recall them saying that

Re: 67 Questions

2002-09-22 Thread Bob Rapp
To my knowledge, the only 6X7 projector is from Mamiya. Bob - Original Message - From: P Temmerman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Is there any 'affordable'system for projecting 67 slides? I remember several years ago that someone on this list (at that time) had picked up an

Re: 67 Questions

2002-09-22 Thread Jostein
- Original Message - From: Bob Rapp [EMAIL PROTECTED] To my knowledge, the only 6X7 projector is from Mamiya. There is a manual one made by a company called Albin, but I don't know anything about it except that you have to swap the slides manually. I think it's in the cheaper range

Re: 67 Questions

2002-09-22 Thread Paul Stenquist
I like all of the films that I've used in 35mm. However, since grain isn't a problem, I use a lot more Portra 400 VC in the 6x7. I also use a lot of Delta 3200. Again, grain is not a huge concern. Other favorites include Plux-X, T-Max 400, and Ektachrome 100 -- in both VS and S stocks. I never

Re[6]: 67 Questions

2002-02-11 Thread Bruce Dayton
Aaron, Good info. I'll have to run down to the camera store and see how things look. I have an Lowepro Omni-something or other - looks more like a briefcase than a traditional bag, but it is too low to fit the 67 with Prism in it. I think they have a pretty extensive Lowepro line there so

Re: 67 Questions

2002-02-10 Thread T Rittenhouse
. --graywolf - Original Message - From: Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2002 1:48 AM Subject: 67 Questions Hey all you 67 users, Do you have any tips or guides to go by when handholding this thing? Is the 1/focal length rule still good

Re: 67 Questions

2002-02-10 Thread Aaron Reynolds
On Sunday, February 10, 2002, at 01:48 AM, Bruce Dayton wrote: Hey all you 67 users, Do you have any tips or guides to go by when handholding this thing? Is the 1/focal length rule still good to follow? Hey, Bruce...does this mean you GOT one? :) I hold my 67 the same way I hold my 35mm

Re: 67 Questions

2002-02-10 Thread Pat White
I've been using Fuji NPH 400 and been well pleased. Grain's not visible in an 8x10, even with a loupe, and the speed is useful for handheld shooting and/or low light. Pat White - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the

Re[2]: 67 Questions

2002-02-10 Thread Bruce Dayton
Aaron, Of course I got one. In a previous post I mentioned the new P67II, AE II Finder, 90 2.8 and hotshoe grip. Boy am I excited! Thanks for the tips on the film. Are there any differences between 120 220 other than # of frames. Such as wear tear, light leakage, etc. I thought I would

Re: Re[2]: 67 Questions

2002-02-10 Thread William Robb
- Original Message - From: Bruce Dayton Subject: Re[2]: 67 Questions Are there any differences between 120 220 other than # of frames. Such as wear tear, light leakage, etc. I thought I would stick with 120 unless I have a definate need for more frames on the roll. No. William

Re: 67 Questions

2002-02-10 Thread David A. Mann
Bruce Dayton wrote: Do you have any tips or guides to go by when handholding this thing? Is the 1/focal length rule still good to follow? The only lens I've got is the 45mm. I try to keep to 1/250th but have used it at 1/125 without problems. I might try 1/60 at some stage just to see how

Re: Pentax 67 Questions

2001-12-24 Thread Aaron Reynolds
On Sunday, December 23, 2001, at 04:52 PM, David A. Mann wrote: I haven't used the 6x7 with a bag, but when I do I think I'll put it in sideways instead of vertically, provided my bag is deep enough. That way the MLU switch can't be accidentally activated.\ I did that in the bag I had

Re: Pentax 67 Questions

2001-12-23 Thread Aaron Reynolds
On Sunday, December 23, 2001, at 03:14 AM, J. C. O'Connell wrote: 1. What battery(s) does it take and how long do they last ( without using metered prism )? I use my 67 heavily and have change my batteries twice since spring 1998 (when I bought the camera). The first time was within the

Re: Pentax 67 Questions

2001-09-17 Thread Collin Brendemuehl
Well, at least be selective about your next PUG submission. :) Collin On a related note, I sat on my 77mm... snip tv - - * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to

Pentax 67 Questions

2001-09-16 Thread David A. Mann
Yes, I have questions about my new camera already. When using MLU is there a way to release the mirror back down without actually taking a picture? What is the little inset black button located on the front of the camera below the shutter release (is it the answer to the last question)?

Re: Pentax 67 Questions

2001-09-16 Thread Gianfranco Irlanda
David A. Mann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: When using MLU is there a way to release the mirror back down without actually taking a picture? Hi David, I'm pretty sure it is not possible. You have to take the picture. Be careful, the MLU of th 67 is an electrical device, it's not good to leave the

Re: Pentax 67 Questions

2001-09-16 Thread David A. Mann
Aaron Reynolds writes: Does the 45mm not offer half-stop positions? Eek! The 105mm does. Anyone know about the 55mm? The 45mm does. I should have been more clear about my desire for half-stop shutter speeds: they allow you to set the exact aperture you want (for whatever DOF effect

Re: enabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-09-05 Thread dave o'brien
A scroll of mail from Doug Brewer [EMAIL PROTECTED] on Thu, 30 Aug 2001 21:43:26 -0400 Read it? y hmmm. Isn't 90mm more of a normal lens on a 6x7? It is about equivalent to a 45mm in the 35mm world, innit? The 6x7 comes with a 105/f2.4 as standard and that seems to be about a 50mm equiv. It's

Re: enabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-09-05 Thread dave o'brien
A scroll of mail from David A. Mann [EMAIL PROTECTED] on Sat, 1 Sep 2001 15:28:10 +1200 Read it? y Not a steal, they know what gear is worth :) If it's still there tomorrow I'll ask them what its worth without the lens. I know its a little pointless having a body with no lenses but at least

Re: enabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-09-05 Thread Aaron Reynolds
dave o'brien wrote: The 6x7 comes with a 105/f2.4 as standard and that seems to be about a 50mm equiv. It's also just about the fastest MF lens available. The 90mm has a slightly closer minimum focus distance, from what I recall when I was deciding which to buy with my 67. Our Pentax rep

Re: enabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-08-31 Thread Tom Rittenhouse
I think it was intended for weddings and things like that. --graywolf David A. Mann wrote: Doug Brewer writes: hmmm. Isn't 90mm more of a normal lens on a 6x7? It is about equivalent to a 45mm in the 35mm world, innit? Yes. It's a focal length I'm really fond of (my RB67 came with

enabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-08-30 Thread David A. Mann
Well I'm now the proud owner of one second-hand Pentax digital spot meter. Quite a nice little piece of equipment :) The shop I got it from had a very nice Pentax 67 (latest model before the 67II) recently arrive on the shelf. If it were a little (actually a lot) cheaper I would have

Re: enabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-08-30 Thread Gianfranco Irlanda
David A. Mann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Since I'm intending to buy a 67 at some stage (I've decided that I don't need the extra features of the 67II): how do you activate the mirror lockup? I don't know how to cock the shutter without film in the camera so I couldn't try the mystery

Re: enabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-08-30 Thread bc
- snip - One thing I found strange: the newer body had a 90mm f/2.8 leaf shutter lens on it. Seems strange to put only 5 aperture blades into what's essentially an outdoor portrait lens. - snip - How much do they want for the lens only? and is it in decent condition? I just picked up

Re: penabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-08-30 Thread Collin Brendemuehl
From: David A. Mann [EMAIL PROTECTED] The shop I got it from had a very nice Pentax 67 (latest model before the 67II) recently arrive on the shelf. If it were a little (actually a lot) cheaper I would have bought it as its in really good condition. They had an older, more used body

Re: enabled again, plus Pentax 67 questions

2001-08-30 Thread David A. Mann
Doug Brewer writes: hmmm. Isn't 90mm more of a normal lens on a 6x7? It is about equivalent to a 45mm in the 35mm world, innit? Yes. It's a focal length I'm really fond of (my RB67 came with a 90mm f/3.8). I assumed the Pentax to be an outdoors portrait lens because they put a leaf