Re: Dumb Newbie Q - How do reflex lenses Work?

2002-12-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Mon, 23 Dec 2002 18:53:56 -0500, frank theriault wrote: Further to the donut bokeh concern, here's a brief discussion of it, along with an image illustrating same: Frank, Did you mean to post a link to the image? :-) Later, Gary

Re: HELP,HELP

2002-12-24 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Tue, 24 Dec 2002 18:04:38 -0500, william Donovan wrote: See private email. Try setting your shutter speed to the proper sync for the K1000, 1/60th Gary HELLO- I AM NEW TO THISWELL BEEN 25 YEARS OR SO AND THIS PENTAX K1000 IS CAUSING ME A PROBLEM ONLY WHEN USING FLASH, IT CUTS OUT-OVER

Re: Here's one thing that's buggin me.

2002-12-25 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 25 Dec 2002 22:07:15 -0500, Paul Stenquist wrote: Well, if they do bid on it, I would guess that Barnum was correct... Every time I peruse the Pentax offerings on ebay I see this: Pentax 6x7 instruction manuals. Wow! Must see! Or Pentax LX manual or Pentax MX manual. All from the same

RE: Here's one thing that's buggin me.

2002-12-26 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Thu, 26 Dec 2002 20:03:49 -0600, Len Paris wrote: Yeah, you are right but still you'd think folks would check the Pentax website before they went to eBay, wouldn't you? I know that the first place I look, when I'm looking for owners manuals is the manufacturer's website. It's almost a no

Re: Weird FA 28-80/3,5-4,7???

2002-12-29 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Mon, 30 Dec 2002 00:52:59 -0500, Peter Alling wrote: This lens is the f/3.5 - f/5.6 flavour. The one that is normally seen in Silver. The box is correct for the lens pictured. It looks like the seller confused this lens with the "Power Zoom" model which is in fact the aperture he stated

Re: PUG down?

2002-12-31 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Tue, 31 Dec 2002 20:50:15 -0500, Altaf Shaikh wrote: What is a PUG? A type of dog Sorry, couldn't resist :-) Later, Gary

Re: PUG down?

2003-01-01 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 01 Jan 2003 12:00:36 -0500, Ann Sanfedele wrote: I'm tempted to tease you about ducks and geese Gary but How fowl, Ann :-) Later, Gary

For Sale

2003-01-12 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I have the below for sale to the group before placing them on eBay. Please contact me off-list if interested or would like pictures: P30t - EX+ condition. Includes strap and original manual - $75.00 Pentax FA 28-80 f/3.5 - f/5.6 (This is the black body) New in box - $60.00 Tokina MF 28-70

Comparison

2003-01-15 Thread Gary L. Murphy
How does the Pentax FA 80-320mm zoom compare to the Sigma 70-300 DL macro? I know the Sigma is extremley soft at 300, but is the Pentax any better? Thanks! Later, Gary

Re: Ripped on eBay

2003-01-18 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sat, 18 Jan 2003 21:01:57 -0500, Collin Brendemuehl wrote: All looked good. Feedback, description, some detail provided. Unfortunately the shutter had a finger put through it! And when I can least afford it! Collin, I realize he posted as-is but are they willing to do something about this?

Re: good price for a smc m135mm 3.5

2003-01-20 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Tue, 21 Jan 2003 13:19:49 +1030, adphoto wrote: what would be a good price for this lens around $50 US I bought mine which was in Like New condition for $40 US Later, Gary

Freebie

2003-01-21 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I have a Pentax SMC-M 50mm f/2.0 lens that is missing the spring and ball bearing on the apeture ring. Everything else on the lens is in good shape. The filter ring has a few marks but a filter will still go on. Free to good home. All I'm asking is a few bucks for postage. First come, first

Re: 70-300 1:2 macro: Tamron vs. Sigma

2003-01-21 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Tue, 21 Jan 2003 17:27:23 -0800 (PST), Robert Woerner wrote: Sorry, no experience with the Sigma(plastic lens mount?). Nope, metal... Later, Gary

Re: Option S (was: Re: I had a nice day (LX images))

2003-01-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Thu, 23 Jan 2003 19:01:57 -0500, Paul Franklin Stregevsky wrote: Do those specs include maximum aperture? I didn't see this vital spec in the original article. That should be a red alert. I'll bet it's something like f/4.5 at 35mm to f/6.7 at 105mm. Where can you find street pricing on this

Mark Roberts

2003-01-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Hey, Mark! What happend to this site? :-) Acoustic Photographer's Guild Later, Gary

Re: Best value in used pentax glass?

2003-01-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Thu, 23 Jan 2003 21:18:01 -0500, Bill Owens wrote: What about the old FA28-105 Power Zoom? I'm with you, Bill. This lens is my all around normal carry lens on my PZ-1p Later, Gary

Re: Option S (was: Re: I had a nice day (LX images))

2003-01-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Thu, 23 Jan 2003 18:35:21 -0800, Keith Whaley wrote: Pentax USA site says MSRP is going to be $425, and admit 'street price' will most likely be somewhat lower. Go To: http://www.pentax.com/products/cameras/camera_overview.cfm?productid=18263 Damn, Keith. Don't know how I missed it. Was all

Re: What, no bidders?

2003-01-24 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Fri, 24 Jan 2003 18:44:32 -0500, frank theriault wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemcategory=4688item=3001377071rd=1 How cool would that look on my little MX? vbg Naw, Frank... It would look much better on mine... Can I borrow your credit card? :-) Later, Gary

RE: What, no bidders?

2003-01-24 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Fri, 24 Jan 2003 19:16:30 -0500, David Chang-Sang wrote: I love lenses that come with their own metal case... makes you feel like you're carrying around a thermonuclear device :) from the size of that lens you might as well be... :-)) Later, Gary

Re: I want a job soooooo bad ;-O

2003-01-25 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sat, 25 Jan 2003 05:22:19 -0800, Keith Whaley wrote: I can't access the page... It seems to have been 'removed' according to the window that comes up. Odd. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=3003302028category=15240 I accessed it without a problem Later, Gary

PZ 28-205

2003-01-26 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Has anyone had to send in their PZ 28-105 to have the button and slide housing on the side of the lens repaired? Mine just broke and was wondering what to expect in the way of repair charges from Pentax USA... Thanks! Later, Gary

Re: K1000 Vs. K1000 SE

2003-01-26 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 26 Jan 2003 12:55:31 -0800 (PST), Steve Pearson wrote: What is the difference between these two camera bodies? Seems like the SE (or Special Edition) body goes for less than the original? The main difference is the split prism focusing screen. Some also have brown leather rather than

Re: PZ 28-105

2003-01-26 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 26 Jan 2003 15:47:37 -0600, Stan Halpin wrote: I did mine a few years ago but it was still under warranty . . . Sure wish mine was! g Thanks, Gary on 1/26/03 2:40 PM, Gary L. Murphy at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Has anyone had to send in their PZ 28-105 to have the button and slide

Re: K1000 Vs. K1000 SE

2003-01-27 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Mon, 27 Jan 2003 07:02:26 -0800 (PST), Albano Garcia wrote: But my first camera was a plain K 1000 and it had split screen, I'm pretty sure of it. It was the latter chinese version. Can't answer that... I guess anything is possible... :-) Later, Gary

Re: K1000 Vs. K1000 SE

2003-01-27 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Tue, 28 Jan 2003 15:54:38 +1100, Paul Ewins wrote: Same here. My K 1000 was bought new (with M50 f2) in 1982 and had a horizontal split with a microprism surround. Otherwsie it was the standard all metal with black leatherette K1000. Maybe the China made K1000's had this? Later, Gary

Re: OT: Refurbished Dell Computers,

2003-01-28 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Tue, 28 Jan 2003 23:18:08 EST, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't think the hardware is inherently any better, The only way it's better is because Apple controls all the components that go into it. They work better together because the hardware is matched so to speak. it's the software and

OFF-TOPIC

2003-01-30 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Test Gary

Mark Roberts

2003-01-31 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Mark, Been trying to send you private email but it keeps getting bounced. I'm sending to the below address: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Is that correct? Thanks! Later, Gary

Re: 3rd party 24mm (was Speaking of M series lenses)

2003-02-03 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Mon, 03 Feb 2003 18:40:23 -0500, Mark Cassino wrote: One was a Fotomat 24mm f2.8 macro. It was a pretty decent lens and focused Hum, wonder if the brand was related to the FotoMat chain of processing stores that was around in the 70-80's. If so, that lens was made by Konica as that is the

Re: ten new cameras

2003-02-04 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Tue, 04 Feb 2003 19:28:22 -0500, Bruce Rubenstein wrote: You are a know-nothing, f**king, idiot. Don't mence words, Bruce. Tell us how you really feel.:-) Later, Gary

Re: Optio S first look

2003-02-05 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 5 Feb 2003 20:53:23 -0600, Dan Scott wrote: http://www.letsgodigital.nl/webpages/firstlook/pentax/optioS/ pentax_OptioS_uk.html has a first up on the Optio S. Haven't read it yet, but that's what I'm doing after I hit send. I REALLY loved the comment telling Canon to start

Re: Is this too good to be true?

2003-02-06 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Steve Pearson wrote: Is this really for sale? I have seen so many auctions where you are only buying a program that tells you how to get electronics for free. This looks like it's for real? Would you buy one? I'll let you know when I receive mine. I couldn't pass up that! (Kepping fingers

Re: Is this too good to be true?

2003-02-06 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Stan Halpin wrote: Me as well. They show themselves to be here in my area - I can bring some heat to bear if there is a problem. So, you bought the other one, eh? g Nice to know you are close to the seller... Just in case -- Later, Gary

Flash

2003-02-08 Thread Gary L. Murphy
What, other then the guide number increase, would be a good reason to purchase the AF500-FTZ over the AF360-FTZ? It would be used on the PZ-1p and PZ-20 Right now I'm using the AF330-FTZ but would like a bit more flash including bounce capability. Thoughts? -- Later, Gary

Re: Is this too good to be true?

2003-02-09 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Sid Barris wrote: It is too good to be true-- I checked the guy's feedback and the very first negative feedback I came across was a disgruntled buyer who negged him for not honoring the deal. I suspect anyone else who thinks they have a deal have got a dud... That would be myself and Stan...

Re: Cheapest k-mount body

2003-02-12 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Your email has been deleted un-read. I have better things to do then waste my time with your drivel. Later, Gary

Campbell's Soup - OT

2001-09-22 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Campbell's is donating a can of soup (up to 5 million) to area food banks just by clicking on a helmet at their website. Click on this link. http://www.chunky.com/click_for_cans.asp Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net

K Lenes on eBay

2001-09-30 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Gooeyduck has listed a 55mm f/1.8 and a 55mm f/2.0 K mounts for sale on eBay. Below are the links: 55mm f/1.8 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1280461276 55mm f/2.0 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1280462573 Later, Gary - This message is

Re: SMC F 70-210

2001-10-01 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 30 Sep 2001 18:58:29 -0600, Joseph Tainter wrote: I bought one earlier this year on eBay for about $120. The seller was not a photographer. She had bought the lens from someone who assured her it was in fine condition. It was, except the diaphragm was frozen. She gave me a refund. I

Re: October PUG

2001-10-02 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Mon, 1 Oct 2001 22:56:21 -0500, Maris V. Lidaka, Sr. wrote: The October gallery is, without exception, excellent. Special comments: Gary L. Murphy - Lighthouse - perfect. Good composition, good sky, I like the pier/breakwater running to the left of the lighthouse itself. Looks good

Pentax K 55mm f/1.8

2001-10-20 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Just listed the above on eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1287598299 Later, Gary - 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

Pentax-M 135mm f/3.5

2001-10-20 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Just listed this also... http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1287603409 Later, Gary - 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

LX Spotted on eBay

2001-10-20 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Comes with Pentax-M 50mm f/1.4, skylight filter, lens cap and hood, Grip-B. Says to be in 8+ condition. Has a Buy It Now price of, $550.00 - They do accept PayPal http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1287611152 Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail

Re: Angle of View - William Robb

2001-10-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Mon, 22 Oct 2001 21:52:57 -0600, William Robb wrote: Bill, When I send email to you, it keeps getting bounced back or delayed. HAve any idea? Did you get me PUG submission? Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and

Re: Getting better lenses for my MZ5?

2001-11-02 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Fri, 2 Nov 2001 22:36:55 -0600, Dan Scott wrote: Happy shooting, Thanks. Just left the range doing exactly that! :-) Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax

Re: 2001 All-Ford Nationals at Carlisle

2001-11-04 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 4 Nov 2001 10:53:13 -0500, Richard Klein wrote: I just posted some new pictures on my website: http://rich.richardklein.org/images/index.html The pictures are not showing up Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to

Pentax-M 28mm f/2.8

2001-11-04 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Spotted on eBay with a Buy It Now price of, $50.00 (Not mine) http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1293145115 Description follows: Pentax 28mm F 2.8 lens. Item is in good condition with no problems to the glass or operation. There is some wear on the barrel (paint worn).

Pentax K 55mm f/1.8

2001-11-15 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I have the above lens for sale. I'll take the first $35.00 plus $5.00 shipping. If you are interested please reply OFF LIST to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The glass is clean and it works perfectly. The only distraction is a very little paint loss around the filter ring. Believe me, it 'it's =very=

Re: Why is Kodak Gold Max evil?

2001-11-21 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 21 Nov 2001 14:35:03 -0500, Bill Owens wrote: --Mike the Grump P.S. I sure matters to me that apple is better. I like the better product, not the cliffs the lemmings like. P.P.S. Nothing against you personally, Gary. I don't mean to offend. This is just a hot button for me, that's

Happy Turkey Day!!

2001-11-22 Thread Gary L. Murphy
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Re: PUG News

2001-11-27 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Tue, 27 Nov 2001 14:06:47 -0600, William Robb wrote: Bill, It's been a real pleasure working with you on the PUG, and I'd like to take my hat off to you for all the work and effort you have placed into this often thankless task. I look forward to continuing working with Adelheid on the

Re: Computer Upgrade

2001-12-01 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sat, 1 Dec 2001 16:57:14 +1100, Anthony Farr wrote: That would be P-IV. There should be no Arabic numerals mixed into Roman numerals, after all the Romans didn't use Arabic numerals. Earlier Pentiums were P-I, P-II and P-III. Here endeth my pedantry for today. Maybe, but if you will look

ME Super - Black

2001-12-01 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I am having to sell the below MUCH loved setup due to financial situations. Please reply OFF-List to, [EMAIL PROTECTED] if interested. Black ME Super - No brassing. The only fault is that the hotshoe does not work. However, the PC socket works fine Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7 - Like New condition

ME Super - Black

2001-12-01 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I am having to sell the below MUCH loved setup due to financial situations. Please reply OFF-List to, [EMAIL PROTECTED] if interested. Black ME Super - No brassing. The only fault is that the hotshoe does not work. However, the PC socket works fine Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7 - Like New condition

ZX-5 For Sale

2001-12-06 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I have a ZX-5 that I need to sell. It is in like new cosmetic shape, and works the same. The exception being that the RTF flash does NOT work. The hotshoe works fine however. The first $175.00 gets it. I accept PayPal, money orders, or cashiers checks. Please reply OFF-LIST if interested to:

Re: Dunne Randle??

2001-12-08 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sat, 8 Dec 2001 12:23:10 EST, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sounds suspiciously like the well known firm of lawyers, Sue, Grabbit Runne. Which is affiliated with the law firm of: Dewey, Cheatem, Howe - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net

LX Spotted on eBay

2001-12-11 Thread Gary L. Murphy
http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1309218070 Listed as in Mint- condition with FA-1 finder. Buy It Now of : $500.00 Later, Gary - 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: I am outta here! Bye gang!

2001-12-13 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Thu, 13 Dec 2001 22:23:42 -0600, Mike Johnston wrote: and none of them about instruments of destruction. Shall you never get hit up-side your head with a K1000 else we'll have to revert back to using cardboard pinhole cameras! Mike, simply put ANYTHING, and I mean ANYTHING can be used as

Re: I am outta here! Bye gang!

2001-12-14 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Fri, 14 Dec 2001 06:16:47 -0500, Paul Stenquist wrote: I'll ante up $150, but rather than give it to any special interest group, I'll spend it on several bottles of good single malt Scotch. Thus ensuring a peaceful and pleasant holiday season. Hey, that'll work!! :-) Later, Gary -

Re: Handstrap for ZX- bodies?

2001-12-20 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Thu, 20 Dec 2001 17:43:16 -0800, Shel Belinkoff wrote: What's a comcorder-type handstrap? I use wrist straps a lot, which screw into the tripod socket of the camera. Is that what you're seeking? I would guess it's something like the strap that comes with the grip for the PZ-1p Later,

Re: Fuji Super HQ 200 film

2001-12-21 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Fri, 21 Dec 2001 18:40:09 -0600, Ken Archer wrote: Does anyone have any info on this film. I heard that my local minilab is going to have a sale it Sunday and Monday for 99 cent/24 exp roll. That sounds cheap enough, but is it any good? I couldn't find anything on it on Fuji's web site.

Re: What cameras OTHER than the LX rate at least a half wink?

2001-12-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 23 Dec 2001 11:09:05 -0500, Aaron Reynolds wrote: Why haven't the rest of you bought 67s yet? As soon as you mail me a check, I'll do it :-) Later, Gary - 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

2001-12-24 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Mon, 24 Dec 2001 10:54:49 -0700, aimcompute wrote: I haven't held the MZ-S, but I have never held a camera that felt better in the hand than a PZ-1p. To use it is to love it. Tom, I could not agree more. When I first saw a picture of the PZ-1p I had the same first impressions. Man, who

Re: PUG November is open

2003-11-01 Thread Gary L. Murphy
William Robb wrote: I had this problem last month. Try: http://pug.komkon.org/index.html That makes it better but it still takes some time to load. I first noticed this last month or the month before... Same thing with Mozilla or IE -- Later, Gary -- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free.

Re: Sigma EX converter

2003-11-07 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Rob Brigham wrote: Not quite - the convertor does not move, but it protrudes a little from the front of its housing, so if the rear elements of your lens come back too far they will touch - not ideal! You can probably gauge for yourself if you are OK, but seeing how close to the back you can get

Re: Pentax lens prices

2003-11-09 Thread Gary L. Murphy
gregcooper wrote: I've noticed this as well on several occasions. One in particular was an F50mm auto focus that went for almost double the new price. I couldn't believe it. I even emailed the seller after the auction saying if the buyer turned out to be a fake I would be interested in the lens

Re: And now: the *ist D vs. the EOS 300D!

2003-11-12 Thread Gary L. Murphy
William Robb wrote: For me, it was a decision based on looking at pictures, not charts or spec sheets. And =THAT'S= what it's ALL about or at least, it's supposed to be -- Later, Gary

Tamron

2003-11-12 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Does anyone have any hands-on with the Tamron 90-300 f/4.5~5.6 AF lens? Looking at one for my grand daughter so I'm not looking to spend a ton but do want something that's decent enough to use for sports photography that may end up being used in her school annual since she is on the Annual

Re: Slide projectors

2003-11-15 Thread Gary L. Murphy
graywolf wrote: What I really like is this idea that we (amateur photographers) are a major force in the marketplace. A company like, say, GM probably throws out more slide projectors in a day then all of us on this list together will buy in our entire lifetimes. I love projected slides, but

Re: Defining previously Published for a photo contest

2003-11-17 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Rob Studdert wrote: missing dog taped to a telegraph pole. Telegraph pole?!?!? Don't ya'll use telephones down there?!?! r, d, g -- Gary -- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 7.0.197 / Virus Database: 261.1.0 - Release Date:

Re: Anybody know where to get an SD-11 focusing screen?

2003-11-18 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Sam Durst wrote: I have an MX that I want to use for astrophotography, and I understand it can take LX focusing screens. I would like to find an LX screen SD-11 (clear with etched crosshairs) but can't seem to find anybody selling them. If anybody knows where I can get one I would appreciate

Re: way OT: CD/LP was A conversation with Noritsu.

2003-11-19 Thread Gary L. Murphy
J. C. O'Connell wrote: I have a friend who has about a $100k audio system ($29K loudspeakers) and he has invested heavily in both analog and CD. On his system, the best LPs crush CDs, it isnt even close and his digital stuff cost about 20K including upsamplers, jitterboxes, etc. His phono rig is

Re: The morality of taking a photograph

2003-11-21 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Bob Blakely wrote: 9.I bet that's a diet drink she has there - or perhaps a new prescription for her glasses. May I take your order, miss? Yes, I'll have a double cheeseburger, a large fry, with a diet coke. Would you like that order value sized? Sure, why not... Only in the good ol' U.S.

Re: Jeff's TOPDML on Photo.net

2003-11-25 Thread Gary L. Murphy
frank theriault wrote: So, if you guys don't say anything, I won't either. vbg Huh?!?!?! About what? What was your name again? BSEG -- Gary -- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 7.0.203 / Virus Database: 261.3.0 - Release

Re: Which picture is better?

2001-06-03 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 3 Jun 2001 17:32:55 -0700, Gerald F. Cermak wrote: While in Paris last weekend, my fianc‚ and I escaped the unseasonable heat in Jardin Luxembourg, and I got a few shots of her using her ME Super and my K85/1.8, and would enjoy other's opinions on which is best: I like both shots, but I

RE: HELP! - Have I ruined my PZ-1p's shutter curtains by touching them?

2001-06-05 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 6 Jun 2001 10:35:47 +1000, McRae, Max MS wrote: Parrot's fine though... That's one lucky bird! I'm not so sure the above would have been true if the bird was mine. :-) Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and

Spotted on eBay

2001-06-07 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Man, have I ever found the motherlode! I think we all need to jump all over this one! It says that it will, Meet your Professional Requirements, and it's only selling for, $69.00!! Can you believe it? A camera like this for =only= $69.00! Heck it even has, not one, but TWO color viewfinders!!

Re: June Gallery Comments

2001-06-07 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Thu, 07 Jun 2001 08:27:12 -0500, Collin Brendemuehl wrote: I made a couple earlier, but wanted to do the whole thing this time. Texas Architecture by Gary L. Murphy, USA I don't think it's architecture they leave behind, but we did see a car in Columbus this week

Re: Kinda OT:I need help with Duties from Canada to U.S.A.

2001-06-13 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 13 Jun 2001 20:11:08 -0400, Douglas E Harmon wrote: that the duties are my responsibility. Having no experience in this regard, how does this work? Will the shipment be held in limbo at the border? Will I have an additional COD payment upon delivery? Will it be held hostage by Fed-Ex at

Re: Was there a cover for the drive coupler on the Super A?

2001-06-13 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 13 Jun 2001 20:35:06 -0400, Douglas E Harmon wrote: So does anyone need a ME (I assume) cover??? Yes! See private email I sent. Thanks! Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't

Re: June PUG - Gary L. Murphy

2001-06-13 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 13 Jun 2001 20:50:23 -0400, Frank Theriault wrote: My last assignment for June is Gary L. Murphy, Texas Architecture. I have to admit, I was a bit taken aback when I first saw this one. This isn't architecture, I thought. How dare he! We must take these themes seriously, thought I

Re: Special Price - MZ-S

2001-06-15 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Fri, 15 Jun 2001 10:06:16 -0700, Bruce Dayton wrote: Thanks for the forward! I believe I just might jump on this. Any issues that I need to be aware of? Why did they notify you? It appears that they are running some type of special on the MZ-S until 2:00am. I went to the web site and

Re: MZ-S

2001-06-15 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Fri, 15 Jun 2001 10:52:51 -0700, Bruce Dayton wrote: Well, based on Gary's tip about BH, I have made the plunge. I am excited Congrats! to see it. I expect it to arrive next week sometime. But Bruce, I have not sent my shipping address to you for the one that you bought for me. :-)

Re: Special Price - MZ-S

2001-06-16 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sat, 16 Jun 2001 06:25:53 -0700 (PDT), Bob Poe wrote: I tried to order one at about 11:45 PM EDT and the item was out of stock The fates are aginst my having the MZ-S. Don't feel bad, Bob. I too suffered the sight of those three little words, Out of Stock! :-( Later, Gary - This

Re: MZ-S and More ?

2001-06-16 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 17 Jun 2001 00:01:11 +0200, Pentax Clover wrote: . High-speed flash synchronization up to 1/6000 sec. with built-in flash or with new AF360FGZ wireless TTL flash unit Dawn, I do not believe it... If this is true, well, MZ-S going to replace my MZ-3... Better start listing your MZ-3

Re: Batteries on MZ-5n

2001-06-20 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Wed, 20 Jun 2001 19:54:00 +0200, Patrick Genovese wrote: Has anyone ever used this on NiMH rechargable batteries ? I use the FG grip also. Pentax strongly advises in =not= using the NiMH batteries. I use the Ray-O-Vac alkalines in mine and have had absolutly zero problems. I apreceate

Sigma 70-300 - DL or Super

2001-06-22 Thread Gary L. Murphy
For those of you who know the above lens, is the Super model worth the extra $50? What differences in performance are there? I know about the two extra SLD elements in the Super version, but does that make that much of a difference in the images? Thanks in advance! Later, Gary - This

Pentax SMC 70-210mm f/4.0

2001-06-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I just listed the above item on eBay. It has a Buy It Now price of, $130.00 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1249260876 Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't

Re: Pentax SMC 70-210mm f/4.0

2001-06-23 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sat, 23 Jun 2001 13:57:25 -0500, Gary L. Murphy wrote: I just listed the above item on eBay. It has a Buy It Now price of, $130.00 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1249260876 Whoops! The price is, $125 ad I pay domestic shipping charges. Later, Gary

eBay Stuff

2001-06-24 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Just listed the below on eBay. * Super Takumar 35mm f/3.5 SM with Case * http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1249498832 * Pentax Tou-Five Star 70-210mm f/4 * http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1249489341 Later, Gary - This message is from the

Chicago

2001-06-24 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I, well, we actually, will be going to Chicago the first week of September. Since we have never been there, I'd like to know some good places to burn some film and generally some places that I should not miss out of visiting. Of course, some good dining places would also be in order. :-)

Chicago

2001-06-25 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Thanks to ALL for the replies! I've made note and hope I'll bring back some great images to share. I'm planning on taking the below gear. If you have suggestions, I'm all ears. :-) Z-1 FA 28-80 FA 70-200 - (or FA 80-200) Vivitar 19-35 AF330-FTZ Sekonic L398M Since we'll be flying, I don't

Spotted on eBay

2001-06-25 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Pentax K 135mm f/3.5 Has a BIN price of, $55 + $5 shipping. Looks to be in real good shape. http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1249899045 Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the

Re: eBay rip-off -- follow-up

2001-06-28 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Thu, 28 Jun 2001 21:42:19 -0500 (CDT), Chris Brogden wrote: Nah. The ol' harda** is enjoying his moment of triumph. *L* ROTFLMAO! Later, Gary - 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: Special SMC zoom?

2001-07-02 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 01 Jul 2001 20:45:48 -0500, Matt Johnson wrote: I'm not sure if anyone has asked yet or not, but I noticed a SMC-A 70-210mm on ebay. The thing I found odd was that it was blue. It also has one low bid on it, whats the story on this lens? I asked thge seller. He said that the webcam he

For Sale

2001-07-02 Thread Gary L. Murphy
I've got a couple of things I'm going to sell on eBay, but wanted to give the list members first shot. Pentax SMC 28-80 Power Zoom in LN- condition (KEH) - $75.00 Pentax P30t with SMC-A 50mm f/2 in EX+ condition (KEH) - $95.00 The above pricees are plus shipping and insurance via USPS

PZ-1p

2001-07-08 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Well, I bit the bullett and sold my Z-1 and turned around and purchased a new PZ-1p from BH... Should have it around Thursday Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit

Re: PZ-1p

2001-07-08 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Sun, 8 Jul 2001 20:31:36 -0400 (EDT), Harry Baughman wrote: you will not be sorry. i have two of them and imo I know I really enjoyed shooting with the Z-1 so I'm sure I will not be disappointed. :-) it is still one of the best bodies pentax ever built. Won't get me to argue about

Re: Help With PZ-1

2001-07-09 Thread Gary L. Murphy
On Mon, 9 Jul 2001 01:47:13 EDT, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Look at these two web pages... http://members.aol.com/rfsindg/PZ-1a.jpg http://members.aol.com/rfsindg/PZ-1b.jpg One another note. The below link is the complete PZ-1p manual in jpeg images. http://www.lumine.net/jat/equipment/pz1p/

PENTAX LX camera with 3 Lenses FILTERS MORE

2001-07-17 Thread Gary L. Murphy
Spotted on eBay with a BIN price of, $525.00 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1256186678 Later, Gary - 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'

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