Filters and contrast

2013-11-14 Thread CollinB
I noticed in the camera store review of the K3 that a comparison of the 2 versions of the DA40/2.8 displayed the difference produced by coatings, between (presumably) SMC and HD. Has anyone come out with a set of HD filters that might contribute a similar image improvement? -- PDML

Re: Filters and contrast

2013-11-14 Thread Dario Bonazza
Anti-reflective coatings work by cutting the unwanted reflection/scattering/diffusion of light (where it should not go) at each and any air-to-glass surface. So the coating has to be wehere it can do its work, i.e. on each and any air-to-glass surface. Perhaps even between glasses of different

Re: Filters and contrast

2013-11-14 Thread CollinB
Anti-reflective coatings work by cutting the unwanted reflection/scattering/diffusion of light (where it should not go) at each and any air-to-glass surface. So the coating has to be where it can do its work, i.e. on each and any air-to-glass surface. Perhaps even between glasses of different

Re: Filters and contrast

2013-11-14 Thread Bill
On 14/11/2013 6:28 AM, CollinB wrote: Anti-reflective coatings work by cutting the unwanted reflection/scattering/diffusion of light (where it should not go) at each and any air-to-glass surface. So the coating has to be where it can do its work, i.e. on each and any air-to-glass surface.

Re: One more from today

2013-11-14 Thread Bill
On 13/11/2013 11:23 PM, Boris Liberman wrote: And you call me! a professional pessimist! Touche!! bill On 11/13/2013 7:49 AM, Bill wrote: On 12/11/2013 11:04 PM, Boris Liberman wrote: Bill, for gawd sake - it is 85/1.4 at 7.1 and you nailed focus... What did you expect? :-) Given my

Re: Reflections on the K-3 (Confessions of a Luddie)

2013-11-14 Thread Bill
On 13/11/2013 10:33 PM, Stan Halpin wrote: And Bill reported how Liveview and face detection(!), another modern gimmick, helped him in the studio. To be fair, that was desperation, not embracing new technology that led me there. bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: Filters and contrast

2013-11-14 Thread DagT
Sendt fra min iPad Den 14. nov. 2013 kl. 13:59 skrev Bill anotherdrunken...@gmail.com: On 14/11/2013 6:28 AM, CollinB wrote: Anti-reflective coatings work by cutting the unwanted reflection/scattering/diffusion of light (where it should not go) at each and any air-to-glass surface. So

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Hi, Godfrey. At your convenience, would you please identify all present? Thanks! Jack   - Original Message - From: Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com To: PDML PDML@pdml.net Cc: Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2013 9:19 PM Subject: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

Re: Filters and contrast

2013-11-14 Thread CollinB
Collin, you can put the best filter in the world on an uncoated lens, and you will get flare because of internal reflections. All a coated element can do is keep reflections off of the element it is applied to at bay. Once the light has moved to another piece of glass, it's a whole new ball

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread Bruce Walker
I especially like 4 tables, but most of all #4 is a wonderful Aaron Siskind style shot and really works for me. Excellent, Ann! On Wed, Nov 13, 2013 at 8:27 PM, Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote:

Re: PESO: Cliffs

2013-11-14 Thread Attila Boros
Thanks Frank! On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 5:51 AM, knarf knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: Love it! Really like the way you got the foreground and sight-seers in the same frame as the rockface. Beautiful. Cheers, frank Attila Boros attila.p...@gmail.com wrote: Cliffs near a camping site.

Re: Reflections on the K-3 (Confessions of a Luddie)

2013-11-14 Thread Bob Sullivan
With your encouragement Stan, some of us other luddites might come along too. Regards, Bob S. On Wed, Nov 13, 2013 at 10:33 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: I have decided to come into the 21st Century. No, I have decided to embrace it! In the late spring this year Mark C.

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
This is an easy one. On our left, front to rear, it's Godders and Jostein. On the right, front to rear, it's John Francis, Larry and Zeb. Fun pic. PAUL On Nov 14, 2013, at 8:18 AM, Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com wrote: Hi, Godfrey. At your convenience, would you please identify all present?

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread David J Brooks
On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 12:34 AM, knarf knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: I love guessing games! John Francis and Zab? Just a guess mind you. Fun pic. Nice to see list members having fun! Yes it is and yes it is. Dave Cheers, frank Boris Liberman bori...@gmail.com wrote: On 11/14/2013

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread Ann Sanfedele
On 11/14/2013 02:44, Bob W wrote: The overhead shot of the tables is nice - a hint of Kertesz, perhaps. Maybe a bw would look good. MIght have to redo in more interesting light - I like the orange. Ship, I can't see much in it. I liked the geometry - agree it isnt a stand alone

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread Ann Sanfedele
Fascinating the variety of comments I'm getting on a sample of three guys already - Thanks, Bruce! ann On 11/14/2013 08:46, Bruce Walker wrote: I especially like 4 tables, but most of all #4 is a wonderful Aaron Siskind style shot and really works for me. Excellent, Ann! On Wed, Nov 13,

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
A nice set. I like the shot of the tables, but it might benefit from slightly wider framing. (Of course if you were shooting with a prime that may not have been possible.) I also like the juxtaposition of the Empire State Building with the foreground architecture. The ship details don't do much

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
I particularly like the tables. That scene has a tremendous sense of other in it. And I like the poster shot ... yes, a suitably designed calendar based on that theme would work well. Lovely stuff, Ann! Good to see you getting out there. :-) Godfrey On Nov 13, 2013, at 5:27 PM, Ann

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread Steve Cottrell
On 14/11/13, Boris Liberman, discombobulated, unleashed: On 11/14/2013 7:19 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/10849170734/ Godfrey Godfrey, who would that bearded gentleman in the front and a lady sitting behind Larry? More to the point who is the bearded

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
I'm taking a leap of faith and guessing that you're right, Paulbut, I am easily fooled. :-] Jack   - Original Message - From: Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Cc: Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 6:44 AM Subject: Re: Jostein @ Sushi

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread Walt
Looks like a fun time with a couple of familiar faces. Wish I could've been there! -- Walt On 11/13/2013 11:19 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/10849170734/ Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread Ann Sanfedele
On 11/14/2013 02:24, Bob W wrote: On 14 Nov 2013, at 05:19, Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/10849170734/ It's remarkable what a well-travelled bunch of people the pdml is, and how such a disparate group has come to know each other in person,

Re: PESO - Manhattan Commute

2013-11-14 Thread Ann Sanfedele
On 11/14/2013 02:26, Bob W wrote: On 14 Nov 2013, at 00:24, Richard Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: This woman, with two kids in the stroller, was traveling north at a rate I could barely match. I took several photos over several blocks, and this once captured best the bustle of the

Re: GESO 2013 - 137, 138, 143, 144, 145, 146, 149, 147, 148 - GDG

2013-11-14 Thread Bruce
All are excellent. Olive Grove is the one that really grabbed me. It is the kind of shot that I always imagine I would take, but never seem to find something that works as well as you have done here. Nice -- Bruce -- Sent from Sony Tablet S Godfrey DiGiorgi godfreydigio...@me.com

Re: A bird in a tree

2013-11-14 Thread Bruce
I'm with Godfrey on this, I really like the background - it makes it feel very natural. Nicely done! -- Bruce -- Sent from Sony Tablet S Godfrey DiGiorgi godfreydigio...@me.com wrote: That's quite nice, Don. I like how you were able to incorporate some of the tree into the background,

Re: PESO - Manhattan Commute

2013-11-14 Thread Bruce Walker
Woman on a mission. Good one, Rick. On Wed, Nov 13, 2013 at 7:24 PM, Richard Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: This woman, with two kids in the stroller, was traveling north at a rate I could barely match. I took several photos over several blocks, and this once captured best the bustle of

Re: PESO - Manhattan Commute

2013-11-14 Thread Don Guthrie
Nice one Rick, I like the feeling of isolation in the midst of the busy crowded city. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 11 Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2013 19:24:59 -0500 From: Richard Womerrwomer1...@yahoo.com To: Pentax Listpdml@pdml.net Subject: PESO - Manhattan Commute

Re: K-3 review as seen through the eyes of the PF

2013-11-14 Thread Zos Xavius
I finally read the review. IQ looks very, very good. On par with the K-5 in terms of high ISO. Highlight recovery looks to be about equal. The K-5 seems to edge out slightly on shadow recovery. Probably not a big deal in 99% of shooting situations unless you really need to push your shots 3 stops,

Re: K-3 review as seen through the eyes of the PF

2013-11-14 Thread Zos Xavius
And I might add that the K-3 is clearly resolving more fine detail at higher ISOs. I think the extra noise is a non-issue. Especially with some raw processing. On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 12:20 PM, Zos Xavius zosxav...@gmail.com wrote: I finally read the review. IQ looks very, very good. On par with

Re:A bird in a tree

2013-11-14 Thread Don Guthrie
Arg flickr. They don't know how to spell they have problems serving photos which is their stated business. I will put them up on smugmug eventually. My wife agreed there was a bit of magenta. Yes I remember that spot and thought well that's nature but it might not be art. Maybe Chris as I'm

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread John Francis
On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 07:24:01AM +, Bob W wrote: On 14 Nov 2013, at 05:19, Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/10849170734/ It's remarkable what a well-travelled bunch of people the pdml is, and how such a disparate group has come to

Re: K-3 review as seen through the eyes of the PF

2013-11-14 Thread Walt
For me, the only thing that makes me really, really want the K-3 is the improved focusing. Sure, I might get marginally better noise levels in low light with my K-5 -- if I can get the thing to focus. As it stands, though, I have to keep the K-5 simply because my computer will buckle trying

Re: Re: PESO On a cold, sunny day in November

2013-11-14 Thread Don Guthrie
Well it might cause blindness but I could risk one eye. Bruce I liked the one you posted - dramatic, artistic and in good taste. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 4 Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2013 17:51:25 -0800 From: Larry Colen l...@red4est.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject:

Re: PESO - For a Limited Time Only

2013-11-14 Thread Don Guthrie
Nice sentiment. In real estate we say Buy a house from me or get out of my car under my breath of course. Thanks for my AM laugh. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 9 Date: Wed, 13 Nov 2013 22:16:16 -0500 From: knarfknarftheria...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail Listpdml@pdml.net

Re: K-3 review as seen through the eyes of the PF

2013-11-14 Thread John Francis
On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:33:07AM -0600, Walt wrote: For me, the only thing that makes me really, really want the K-3 is the improved focusing. Sure, I might get marginally better noise levels in low light with my K-5 -- if I can get the thing to focus. As it stands, though, I have to keep

Re: Filters and contrast

2013-11-14 Thread John
I took it to be filters as in a plugin for photoshop. like Nik Filters. On 11/14/2013 7:24 AM, Dario Bonazza wrote: Anti-reflective coatings work by cutting the unwanted reflection/scattering/diffusion of light (where it should not go) at each and any air-to-glass surface. So the coating has to

Re: Filters and contrast

2013-11-14 Thread Matthew Hunt
On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 12:46 PM, John johnsess...@yahoo.com wrote: I took it to be filters as in a plugin for photoshop. like Nik Filters. The lens coatings slide right off those. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE

Re: K-3 review as seen through the eyes of the PF

2013-11-14 Thread Walt
On 11/14/2013 11:41 AM, John Francis wrote: On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:33:07AM -0600, Walt wrote: For me, the only thing that makes me really, really want the K-3 is the improved focusing. Sure, I might get marginally better noise levels in low light with my K-5 -- if I can get the thing to

Re: GESO 2013 - 137, 138, 143, 144, 145, 146, 149, 147, 148 - GDG

2013-11-14 Thread Steve Cottrell
On 14/11/13, Bruce, discombobulated, unleashed: All are excellent. Olive Grove is the one that really grabbed me. It is the kind of shot that I always imagine I would take, but never seem to find something that works as well as you have done here. Nice Ditto for me, Bruce. Olive Grove is

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread Larry Colen
On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:40:12AM -0500, Ann Sanfedele wrote: On 11/14/2013 02:24, Bob W wrote: On 14 Nov 2013, at 05:19, Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/10849170734/ It's remarkable what a well-travelled bunch of people the pdml is,

PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Tis AM bag at Gray Lodge WA.   Obsolete K-5 w/DA 55~300   Comments?   Jack     http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=719 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
Super. Love the angle of flight captured here. Paul On Nov 14, 2013, at 1:29 PM, Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com wrote: Tis AM bag at Gray Lodge WA. Obsolete K-5 w/DA 55~300 Comments? Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=719 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Alan C
Another great action shot. Some day I'll get it right! Alan C -Original Message- From: Jack Davis Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 8:29 PM To: pentax discuss mail list Subject: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail Tis AM bag at Gray Lodge WA. Obsolete K-5 w/DA 55~300 Comments? Jack

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Thanks, Paul. He(?) dropped out of a tree just out of the frame and was so close I dialed back the lens from 300mm to give myself a chance to keep him in the finder. I haven't as yet checked the lens focal length setting in ARC, but probably something like 130mm(?) Jack   - Original

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Thank you, Allen! I'm live in a fortunate location. Jack - Original Message - From: Alan C c...@lantic.net To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Cc: Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 10:39 AM Subject: Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail Another great action shot. Some day I'll get it

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Steve Cottrell
On 14/11/13, Jack Davis, discombobulated, unleashed: Tis AM bag at Gray Lodge WA.   Obsolete K-5 w/DA 55~300   Comments?   Jack     http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=719 WOW. Superb. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__Broadcast, Corporate, || (O) |Web Video Production

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread knarf
What a shot! Cheers, frank Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com wrote: Tis AM bag at Gray Lodge WA.   Obsolete K-5 w/DA 55~300   Comments?   Jack     http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=719 “Analysis kills spontaneity.” -- Henri-Frederic Amiel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Walt
On 11/14/2013 12:29 PM, Jack Davis wrote: Tis AM bag at Gray Lodge WA. Obsolete K-5 w/DA 55~300 Comments? Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=719 Wow, Jack! And to think I used to like you! -- Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: GESO 2013 - 137, 138, 143, 144, 145, 146, 149, 147, 148 - GDG

2013-11-14 Thread knarf
Olive Grove and Bird Song are my faves from a very strong set. Cheers, frank Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: On 14/11/13, Bruce, discombobulated, unleashed: All are excellent. Olive Grove is the one that really grabbed me. It is the kind of shot that I always imagine I would take,

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Bruce
Great shot! I love the 'pose' you have captured here. The lighting is great too. The only thing that is too bad is to not have a super duper sharp lens that could take this shot to the highest level. With the lens you used, I think you have done very excellent work. I'm jealous! --

Re: A bird in a tree

2013-11-14 Thread knarf
Echo the sentiments of others: quite lovely. The natural background really enhances. Cheers, frank Don Guthrie shark50...@gmail.com wrote: I have a collection of the worst bird photos one can imagine. So it is with some trepidation I post the only one I like from this summer a common house

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread knarf
Agree with Godfrey. Cheers, frank Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: I particularly like the tables. That scene has a tremendous sense of other in it. And I like the poster shot ... yes, a suitably designed calendar based on that theme would work well. Lovely stuff, Ann! Good to see you

Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Steve Cottrell
Does anyone use any of the camera straps of the type that don't attach to the normal camera strap mounts - rather they attach to a mechanism, that screws into the tripod mount on the base plate, allowing the camera to be carried upside down over the shoulder? Any recommendations / pointers to

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Godfrey DiGiorgi
Tried one. Hated it. :-/ Godfrey On Nov 14, 2013, at 11:20 AM, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: Does anyone use any of the camera straps of the type that don't attach to the normal camera strap mounts - rather they attach to a mechanism, that screws into the tripod mount on the

Re: PDML Digest, Vol 91, Issue 117

2013-11-14 Thread Don Guthrie
Good great and bad cameras can become obsolete, but competent photographers keep on shooting, as they transition from technique to art. Great photo. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 6 Date: Thu, 14 Nov 2013 10:29:59 -0800 (PST) From: Jack Davisjdavi...@yahoo.com To: pentax discuss mail

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Bob Sullivan
Yes, Superb! Bob S. On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 12:46 PM, Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv wrote: On 14/11/13, Jack Davis, discombobulated, unleashed: Tis AM bag at Gray Lodge WA. Obsolete K-5 w/DA 55~300 Comments? Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=719 WOW. Superb.

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Thanks, Bruce. As I mentioned in an earlier response, this hawk was in a tree that wasn't that tall and, being too close when they fly can be really frustrating  in that they are easily lost by the AF. I cranked the focal length from 300mm to 120mm. (checked  ARC) When I downloaded the images I

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Stan Halpin
Not exactly what you are asking for, but FWIW... I have used a simple attachment from strapbuddy.com (via BH or Adorama). A simple circular plate with slightly offset slot. Attach plate to camera, strap to slot, other end of strap to left-side lug on camera, and the camera is oriented

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
Yep. I use a Black Rapid sling style strap. A steel loop screws into the trips hole and a swiveling steel hook connects to it. The hook attaches to a strap by means of a sliding loop. The strap hangs off the opposite shoulder with the camera at your side. You simply lift it to shoot. Works

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
On Nov 14, 2013, at 3:44 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: Not exactly what you are asking for, but FWIW... I have used a simple attachment from strapbuddy.com (via BH or Adorama). A simple circular plate with slightly offset slot. Attach plate to camera, strap to slot,

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Attila Boros
Black Rapid RS-7 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0pzq_dROEg Or if you don't need to have both your hands free: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Matin-M-7362-Pro-Grip-Camera/dp/B003RHMVZ0 On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 10:44 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: Not exactly what you are asking for,

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
Make that a steel loop screws into the tripod hold. Spell checker fail. On Nov 14, 2013, at 4:01 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Yep. I use a Black Rapid sling style strap. A steel loop screws into the trips hole and a swiveling steel hook connects to it. The hook attaches to

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
On Nov 14, 2013, at 4:08 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Make that a steel loop screws into the tripod hold. Uh, hole. Can't type now. Wrote 1600 words today. Ugh. Spell checker fail. On Nov 14, 2013, at 4:01 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: Yep. I use

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Attila Boros
On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:02 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: On Nov 14, 2013, at 3:44 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: Works ok, I have sworn off straps for the time being, Living dangerously, eh? For some dangerous strapless shooting check out

Re: Reflections on the K-3 (Confessions of a Luddie)

2013-11-14 Thread Attila Boros
Focus peaking is a very nice feature in general, but most useful for macro / shallow DOF. I wanted to have that in a DSLR ever since I saw it on a PS. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
On Nov 14, 2013, at 4:13 PM, Attila Boros attila.p...@gmail.com wrote: On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:02 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: On Nov 14, 2013, at 3:44 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: Works ok, I have sworn off straps for the time being,

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Thanks much, Cotty! Jack From: Steve Cottrell co...@seeingeye.tv To: pentax list PDML@pdml.net Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 10:46 AM Subject: Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail On 14/11/13, Jack Davis, discombobulated, unleashed: Tis AM bag at Gray Lodge WA.   Obsolete K-5 w/DA 55~300  

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Appreciated, Frank. Thanks! Jack   - Original Message - From: knarf knarftheria...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Cc: Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 10:50 AM Subject: Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail What a shot! Cheers, frank Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com wrote:

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Attila Boros
On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:19 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: And you've never seen him shoot with equipment that he had to pay for. That's a valid point, I wouldn't dare to do that with my camera. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread Attila Boros
My favorite is #1 the four tables. I like the colors and symmetry, and it may also work in BW. I also like #3 with the buildings, very well seen! On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 9:00 PM, knarf knarftheria...@gmail.com wrote: Agree with Godfrey. Cheers, frank Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: I

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Thanks for the confession, Walt.  Shooting of this sort does result in the occasional accident, for which I profoundly apologize. ;-)) Probably won't happen again Thanks seriously..  Jack - Original Message - From: Walt ldott...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Cc:

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Attila Boros
+1 superb! On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:23 PM, Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com wrote: Appreciated, Frank. Thanks! Jack - Original Message - From: knarf knarftheria...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Cc: Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 10:50 AM Subject: Re:

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Jack Davis
Generous remarks, Attila! Thanks!   Jack From: Attila Boros attila.p...@gmail.com To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 1:32 PM Subject: Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail +1 superb! On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:23 PM, Jack Davis jdavi...@yahoo.com wrote:

K-50 for $500 at Adorama

2013-11-14 Thread Zos Xavius
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Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Don Guthrie
I see someone mentioned Black Rapid,you might check out this knockoff on Amazon. I have both the differences are minute for a quarter of the price. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0062W02C6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8psc=1 pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 6 Date: Thu, 14 Nov

OT: Canadian sign (for Frank)

2013-11-14 Thread Daniel J. Matyola
http://themetapicture.com/have-a-nice-stay/ Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Peter Loveday
I love my Luma Loop straps. Unfortunately they don't make them any more (some patent dispute with black rapid I think). I actually use my loop attached to one of the strap rings rather than the tripod screw/QR plate, I find it works better for me. The quick release on the strap is very

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Stan Halpin
On Nov 14, 2013, at 4:13 PM, Attila Boros wrote: On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:02 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: On Nov 14, 2013, at 3:44 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: Works ok, I have sworn off straps for the time being, Living dangerously, eh?

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Walt
On 11/14/2013 5:04 PM, Stan Halpin wrote: On Nov 14, 2013, at 4:13 PM, Attila Boros wrote: On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:02 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: On Nov 14, 2013, at 3:44 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: Works ok, I have sworn off straps for the

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
When working I use my camera constantly. Can't take it in and out of a bag or tie up a hand. What's more I can't afford a fumble that could cripple me for weeks. Paul via phone On Nov 14, 2013, at 6:04 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: On Nov 14, 2013, at 4:13 PM, Attila

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Paul Stenquist
Cool. Very 1970s. But Cotty wants a strap that attaches at the tripod hole. Paul via phone On Nov 14, 2013, at 6:10 PM, Walt ldott...@gmail.com wrote: On 11/14/2013 5:04 PM, Stan Halpin wrote: On Nov 14, 2013, at 4:13 PM, Attila Boros wrote: On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:02 PM, Paul

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread Steve Cottrell
Thanks for all the great replies. Actually not for me, rather for Stef. Bob W bequeathed him a Lumaloop strap some time ago, like this one: http://photo.it-enquirer.com/files/2011/06/lumaloop.jpg ...but the quick release mech - although undoubtedly strong - causes slight worry with the weight

PESO: Growing Forest

2013-11-14 Thread Attila Boros
Pine trees growing in a valley. Takes time:) http://500px.com/photo/52192954 or http://imgbin.org/index.php?page=imageid=15678 This is the exact same file uploaded to both sites, but the clouds have some jpeg artifacts on 500px. -- Attila -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net

Re: PESO - Manhattan Commute

2013-11-14 Thread John
Are you sure she wasn't running away from you and your camera? On 11/13/2013 7:24 PM, Richard Womer wrote: This woman, with two kids in the stroller, was traveling north at a rate I could barely match. I took several photos over several blocks, and this once captured best the bustle of the

Re: Jostein @ Sushi in SantaCruz

2013-11-14 Thread John
On 11/14/2013 11:40 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: On 11/14/2013 02:24, Bob W wrote: On 14 Nov 2013, at 05:19, Godfrey DiGiorgi godd...@me.com wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/10849170734/ It's remarkable what a well-travelled bunch of people the pdml is, and how such a

Re: Reflections on the K-3 (Confessions of a Luddie)

2013-11-14 Thread John
... just as soon as I find my sabot. On 11/14/2013 9:30 AM, Bob Sullivan wrote: With your encouragement Stan, some of us other luddites might come along too. Regards, Bob S. On Wed, Nov 13, 2013 at 10:33 PM, Stan Halpin s...@stans-photography.info wrote: I have decided to come into the 21st

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread John
Smugmug is not my friend this evening. For some reason only the first one will load for me and only the last one in the gallery shows a thumbnail. On 11/13/2013 8:27 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote:

Re: PESO: Nov 2013 Red-tail

2013-11-14 Thread Ann Sanfedele
Terrific grab, Jack... although I think there is one back a while that was really super... a tad better in sharpness and the same drama.. different angle .. but this position is more unusual and compelling - um - I think. Keep grabbing them red tails ann On 11/14/2013 16:36, Jack Davis

Re: PESO: Growing Forest

2013-11-14 Thread Ann Sanfedele
Lovely travel shot - I'd like to be there right now.. specific location? like - along route ann On 11/14/2013 19:22, Attila Boros wrote: Pine trees growing in a valley. Takes time:) http://500px.com/photo/52192954 or http://imgbin.org/index.php?page=imageid=15678 This is the exact

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread John
I have the Sun Sniper strap; has the steel cable woven down the middle so they can't sneak up behind you, cut your strap run off with your camera. http://www.amazon.com/Sunbounce-Sun-Sniper-Strap-Black/dp/B0045J5AAC/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronicsie=UTF8qid=1384481620sr=1-2keywords=sunsniper You

Re: Camera Strap

2013-11-14 Thread John
On 11/14/2013 4:24 PM, Attila Boros wrote: On Thu, Nov 14, 2013 at 11:19 PM, Paul Stenquist pnstenqu...@comcast.net wrote: And you've never seen him shoot with equipment that he had to pay for. That's a valid point, I wouldn't dare to do that with my camera. Wasn't there a flap a while

RE: PESO: Growing Forest

2013-11-14 Thread John
On 11/14/2013 7:22 PM, Attila Boros wrote: Pine trees growing in a valley. Takes time:) http://500px.com/photo/52192954 or http://imgbin.org/index.php?page=imageid=15678 This is the exact same file uploaded to both sites, but the clouds have some jpeg artifacts on 500px. -- Attila No joy

Re: PESO - Manhattan Commute

2013-11-14 Thread Richard Womer
John and Bob, Whadya mean? Just because I was dressed in rags, shouting incoherently and waving my camera in the air, why should she run away? Rick On Nov 14, 2013, at 20:41 , John wrote: Are you sure she wasn't running away from you and your camera? On 11/13/2013 7:24 PM, Richard Womer

Re: PESO - Manhattan Commute

2013-11-14 Thread Richard Womer
Thanks, Bruce. On Nov 14, 2013, at 12:05 , Bruce Walker wrote: Woman on a mission. Good one, Rick. On Wed, Nov 13, 2013 at 7:24 PM, Richard Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: This woman, with two kids in the stroller, was traveling north at a rate I could barely match. I took several

Re: PESO - Manhattan Commute

2013-11-14 Thread Richard Womer
Anybody of any gender would have been flattened. Rick On Nov 14, 2013, at 11:42 , Ann Sanfedele wrote: On 11/14/2013 02:26, Bob W wrote: On 14 Nov 2013, at 00:24, Richard Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: This woman, with two kids in the stroller, was traveling north at a rate I

Re: PESO - Manhattan Commute

2013-11-14 Thread Richard Womer
Thanks, Dario. On Nov 14, 2013, at 01:56 , Dario Bonazza wrote: Hi Rick, Good expression of today's life and agitation. Dario -Messaggio originale- From: Richard Womer Sent: Thursday, November 14, 2013 1:24 AM To: Pentax List Subject: PESO - Manhattan Commute This woman, with

PESO - Times Square

2013-11-14 Thread Richard Womer
http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=17597031size=lg or http://gallery.photo.net/photo/17597031-lg.jpg (K-5, DA 16-45) Comments? Rick -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly

PESO - Monarch Cluster

2013-11-14 Thread knarf
Was looking through some old stuff and came across the photos I took of the monarch migration some three years ago. I never did process this one: http://knarfdummyblog.blogspot.ca/2013/11/monarch-cluster.html?m=1 Other than the dull sky I rather like it. Hope you do too. Comments welcome.

Re: PESO - Monarch Cluster

2013-11-14 Thread Richard Womer
Central America comes to Canada! Impressive, but you could do a lot with that pic with Lightroom or similar. Rick On Nov 14, 2013, at 22:30 , knarf wrote: Was looking through some old stuff and came across the photos I took of the monarch migration some three years ago. I never did process

Re: 4 Pesos - cause I hadn't in a while

2013-11-14 Thread Ann Sanfedele
:( - I'll see what it says to me it is rare that that happens a On 11/14/2013 21:11, John wrote: Smugmug is not my friend this evening. For some reason only the first one will load for me and only the last one in the gallery shows a thumbnail. On 11/13/2013 8:27 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote:

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