Re: Is this overdone?
William, It appears as though the woman's face is resting on the buttocks of a polar bear. It appears to be a bit overdone, in my opinion (which you may or may not value) Mike On 11-Jan-09, at 8:34 PM, William Robb wrote: http://users.accesscomm.ca/wrobb/temp/1017finished.html Thanks William Robb -- 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. -- 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: GESO: Stars
On 3-Jan-09, at 5:47 PM, Derby Chang wrote: Derby Chang wrote: Canadians are so amusing. Stars make quite sophisticated music, but just listening to their albums, I felt they tended to be a little wet. However playing live, they truly rock out. High entertainment quotient. http://members.iinet.net.au/~derbyc/09/09_01/09_01_stars/index.htm Nice, Derby! One of my favourite bands (along with their counterparts - Broken Social Scene. Some very nice images. I've never seen them live, but I agree with your sentiment about their albums. :) Mike -- 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: PESO -- The Grout That Stole Christmas
On 23-Dec-08, at 4:12 AM, Brian Walters wrote: Getting married? Congratulations! Like Bob, I immediately thought of chocolate waffles. Perhaps we could see the finished products at some stage The bottom right corner of this image is a finished product: http://www.jocelyncrocker.ca/Photos/christmaslast.jpg Thanks for the input, Bruce, Bob, Brian and David! -- 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.
PESO -- The Grout That Stole Christmas
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/12/22/the-grout-that-stole-christmas/ K10D, DA 21, etc... The last photo that I edited and posted on my website was October 11. I've had so little space in my brain that I've hardly picked up a camera in two months. *sigh* Now that all I have to do is get married (December 31) and survive two Christmases, I have plenty of time on my hands! lol Anyhow, the out of focus areas with the DA 21mm lens aren't fabulous. Ah well! :) Mike -- 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: OT: Progress never stands still - is this the next sensor design?
On 3-Dec-08, at 8:08 PM, keith_w wrote: Sandy Harris wrote: Boris Liberman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Heineken, *probably* the best beer in the world... At one point, I hung around with some Belgian and Dutch people who kidded each other a lot, mostly in English so te rest of us could understand. One of the Beligians' better shots: Heineken? Just a poor Dutch copy of Stella Artois. I'll buy that! g It's too bad that Stella Artois is just a shitty expensive Euro lager... Try something with flavour and character! Perhaps a Belgian wit, like Hoegaarden. Mike -- 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: OT - Canadian Meteor
On 24-Nov-08, at 2:38 PM, Cotty wrote: On 24/11/08, Bob W, discombobulated, unleashed: yes, and on that bombshell can I put in a plea for all you photo.net people to stop using that site. They have the 3rd most annoying advertising method that I have so far encountered. The corners of the page curl over when you mouse over them, with a reveal of some crap for sale. It is deeply annoying and I'm considering ignoring all links to photo.net sites because of it. How odd, does not happen to me. Mac OS 10.4.11, Safari 3.1.2 It does for me: Mac OS X.5.5, Safari 3.2. Mike -- 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.
OT: Seeing Red
http://reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?t=21835page=3 Looks pretty ugly and industrial, but it's an incredible system from a function point of view. I'd like to see some more actual products, rather than CG mockups, though. Mike -- 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: OT: Seeing Red
I don't know of any other sensor that is 186x56mm, 261MP, and operates at 25FPS! Sure, it's $55 000 Mike On 13-Nov-08, at 8:50 PM, P. J. Alling wrote: It's an incredible system from a price point of view as well. Mike Hamilton wrote: http://reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?t=21835page=3 Looks pretty ugly and industrial, but it's an incredible system from a function point of view. I'd like to see some more actual products, rather than CG mockups, though. Mike -- 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. -- You get further with a kind word and a gun, than with a kind word alone. --Al Capone. -- 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. -- 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: OT: Seeing Red
PJ, Who cares about reality? Even the smallest, cheapest RED camera is far from my price range of ... at the moment, nothing!!! The most expensive camera that I've bought is $1000, and will likely stay that way. It's a great concept, however and I'd love to see it in action. Mike On 13-Nov-08, at 9:15 PM, P. J. Alling wrote: For the sensor and support hardware, Lenses, lens mount, grip, storage, all extra. Want to bet that you get up about $1,000,000 before you can record your first image? Now for a movie company this is doable, but when I worked for a Pro lab our Gross was less that that. I don't think we could have afforded to even rent it. Mike Hamilton wrote: I don't know of any other sensor that is 186x56mm, 261MP, and operates at 25FPS! Sure, it's $55 000 Mike On 13-Nov-08, at 8:50 PM, P. J. Alling wrote: It's an incredible system from a price point of view as well. Mike Hamilton wrote: http://reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?t=21835page=3 Looks pretty ugly and industrial, but it's an incredible system from a function point of view. I'd like to see some more actual products, rather than CG mockups, though. Mike -- 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. -- You get further with a kind word and a gun, than with a kind word alone. --Al Capone. -- 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. -- 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. -- You get further with a kind word and a gun, than with a kind word alone. --Al Capone. -- 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. -- 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.
Foreclosures: Bruce Gilden
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Re: PESOs: Two from my hotel window
On 4-Nov-08, at 6:27 PM, Rick Womer wrote: Going home: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=8158736size=lg Both with K10D and DA 16-45. Rick, I really like this image. Good tones, and feeling. Mike -- 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: Peso: Another Family Picture
On 1-Oct-08, at 8:23 AM, William Robb wrote: Another from my trip to BC. http://users.accesscomm.ca/wrobb/pictures/newer/shrooms2.html Excellent, William! You've really captured the feel and aesthetic of the interior undergrowth. Just out of curiosity, why did you use f/ 32? That seems very tiny. *missing that area of the country right now* Mike -- 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.
OT: Singapore Grand Prix photos
http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2008/09/the_singapore_grand_prix.html For those of you who like racing photos, here is a great set from the Singapore GP, the first F1 race held at night. Mike -- 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.
PESO -- Travis, Flower of Scotland
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/09/18/travis-flower-of-scotland/ A rarity for me - photographs of an actual person. Even rarer, earning some money for the photos! A friend paid me to take some casual outdoor portraits of him. It was a fun experience, with good results. Comments/Critiques welcome! Mike -- 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: OT Test your Colour IQ
On 14-Sep-08, at 5:27 PM, David Savage wrote: http://www.xrite.com/custom_page.aspx?PageID=77 0 is a perfect score I scored 38, using a 4 year old Apple Powerbook 12. My eyes are pretty tired now! Mike -- 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: panasonic's new micro four/thirds camera: G1
On 12-Sep-08, at 1:03 AM, Thibouille wrote: the quote at the end may stink IMO: Lenses that are not compatible with the contrast AF function can be used with manual focusing. There are some limitations to other functions when the lenses other than LUMIX G VARIO 14-45mm/F3.5-F5.6 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S. and LUMIX G VARIO 45-200mm/F4.0-F5.6/MEGA O.I.S. What would be the purpose of using 4/3 lens on a 4/3 camera if AF doesn't work (as for the intended market of the camera, I agree it heavily depends on the use of it). According to the DPReview preview: • Four Thirds mount lenses via adapter (DMW-MA1PP) Autofocus only available with: - Olympus Zuiko 25 F2.8 'Pancake' - Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 - Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F4-5.6 - Panasonic Leica D Summilux 25mm F1.4 ASPH - Panasonic Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-50mm F3.8-5.6 ASPH. Mega OIS - Panasonic Leica D Vario-Elmar 14-150mm F3.5-5.6 ASPH. Mega OIS So that includes the 3 most commonly owned Olympus lenses. Mike -- 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: PESO -- Morning Mist
On 8-Sep-08, at 9:46 PM, Ken Waller wrote: Nice catch Mike. If it were mine I'd crop out the sun, leaving just the far shoreline in the background. Thanks, Ken. I've got a few other photos from varying angles. I'll see what I have without the sun. Mike http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/09/08/morning-mist/ A few friends and I took a post-Labour Day camping trip to Drumheller, Alberta this past weekend. It was a great time; good friends, good weather, and some drinks. I woke up early on Saturday (despite being awake late on Friday) to a heavy fog over the Red Deer River where we were camped. If you look closely, you can find a spiderweb that I didn't notice until processing the image. K10D, DA21, etc... Mike Hamilton -- 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. -- 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.
PESO -- Morning Mist
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/09/08/morning-mist/ A few friends and I took a post-Labour Day camping trip to Drumheller, Alberta this past weekend. It was a great time; good friends, good weather, and some drinks. I woke up early on Saturday (despite being awake late on Friday) to a heavy fog over the Red Deer River where we were camped. If you look closely, you can find a spiderweb that I didn't notice until processing the image. K10D, DA21, etc... Mike Hamilton -- 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: DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited write-up
On 19-Aug-08, at 6:51 AM, William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: Mike Hamilton Subject: Re: DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited write-up On 18-Aug-08, at 9:40 PM, Tim Bray wrote: By Mike Johnson Carl Weese of The Online Photographer: http://photo.net/columns/mjohnston/pentax-35mm-lens/optical- discussion/ That's quite an endorsement! I haven't heard much about that lens on PDML or the other Pentax forums that I read. There's a few guys on PentaxForums that have the thing and seem to like it. Mike and Carl really like it, but Mike also is very fond of Pentax in general. Hm, so are we... -- 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: Best lens for shooting flat art
On 19-Aug-08, at 3:29 PM, John Celio wrote: While I can work with the results I'm getting, I'm wondering if there are better options out there. What lens would you use for shooting flat art? Probably a DA 35 Macro or D FA 50mm Macro. Mike -- 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: Shel?
On 18-Aug-08, at 6:00 PM, William Robb wrote: Has it ever been answered: whatever happened to Shel Belinkoff? May be I missed it? If you find him, tell him I am still waiting patiently. Ah. I was waiting for that... ;-) Mike -- 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: DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited write-up
On 18-Aug-08, at 9:40 PM, Tim Bray wrote: By Mike Johnson Carl Weese of The Online Photographer: http://photo.net/columns/mjohnston/pentax-35mm-lens/optical- discussion/ That's quite an endorsement! I haven't heard much about that lens on PDML or the other Pentax forums that I read. Mike -- 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.
FS: Lenses - FA20-35, DA50-200, DA70, etc.
Clearing out the lenses that I don't use as often anymore: More images here:http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/PentaxForSale/ SMC-Pentax FA 20-35 AL f/4 - An excellent lens that would replace the typical 18-55 kit lens. Very sharp, excellent colour rendition and bokeh. The lens is compact, and works fully with all Pentax film and digital SLRs. Super wide angle on film, and a wide-normal zoom on digital. Very good condition. I am the original owner. Includes caps, hood, lens bag. $375 SMC-Pentax DA 50-200 ED f/4-5.6 - I used this last summer on vacation, but has sat in my display case since. Excellent condition, comes with caps hood, original box. - $150 SMC-DA 70mm f/2.4 - Excellent condition, mostly used indoors for portraits. Comes with original caps hood, lens bag, original box. No marks or blemishes. - $380 S-M-C Takumar 28mm f/3.5 - Comes with hood. Slight mark in the front element coating. Body and hood in excellent condition considering age. $70 Shipping not included. Mike -- 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: Fine Art Printing
On 13-Aug-08, at 11:22 AM, Bruce Walker wrote: Christine Aguila wrote: I found this title: Fine Art Printing for Photographers: Exhibition Quality Prints with Inkjet Printers Does any know of this book and recommend it or not recommend it? Does anyone have a better recommendation? http://www.amazon.com/Fine-Art-Printing-Photographers-Exhibition/dp/1933952008 Christine, did you ever get any recommendations or did you go ahead and buy this book? Any update? There's been chat here (eg re the Epson 2880) and elsewhere that's got me thinking about printing alternatives. My local photo shop will print 8x10's on some fancy-schmancy high-end printer/imager for about $10 (Can) per sheet. Or I can buy an ink-jet (eg 1900, 2400, 2880), paper, the inks, and do it myself. Bruce, I've been asking myself the same question lately. I currently have an Epson R220, but I do not use it for printing photos. I have previously tried using it to print photos, but out of maybe a dozen or more attempts only one or two have been acceptable. On the other hand, I just spent $150 on prints (16 or 17, some 11x17 and some 8x12). If I could figure out this whole inkjet printing game, the R1900 would be a good deal ($500) to save money in the long run. I'm just a little printer-shy due to my R220 experiences... Mike Gad! I thought figuring out what lenses I needed was research- intensive enough. Is there some rule-of-thumb that suggests whether using a printing shop or going DIY with my own printer is the more appropriate alternative? Then I have to figure out how to frame the darned things ... :-) -bmw -- 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. -- 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: Fine Art Printing
On 13-Aug-08, at 12:57 PM, Adam Maas wrote: On Wed, Aug 13, 2008 at 1:35 PM, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm just a little printer-shy due to my R220 experiences... Mike I'm surprised you had issues with the R220, it's been considered to be one of the best printers ever put out in its price range. I have the sister R320 model (Same basic printer, bunch of extra useless features) and the output is excellent. You could be seeing a workflow or paper match issue. Try printing some sRGB images on Epson Premium Luster paper with the drivers set to let the printer manage colours. Well, what I really need to do is buy a monitor calibration device I think. I get excellent results when someone else prints for me, and my screen output is identical to print when it's done by my favourite printer. When I do it with the R220, colours are way off. Mike -- 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: Lightroom web gallery modification question
On 12-Aug-08, at 11:21 AM, Charles Robinson wrote: When one clicks on a large image, I'd LOVE it to go to the next image. Right now, clicking on the large image brings you back to the index of thumbnails. Seems simple enough, yet complicated. I second that request! Seems to be odd behaviour in my opinion. Mike -- 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.
GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
I purchased a house in March, and also completed a tiring year of teaching. I'd had little energy or motivation for photography. Buying new gear helped a small amount, but I needed more. I took a 3 week road trip in July with my soon-to-be-wife and my dog. We spent most of our time in British Columbia - 10 days in Nakusp visiting my parents, then a few days in Nelson. The last part of our trip was camping in Waterton Lakes National Park - the sister park to Glacier National Park in the USA. It was everything that I needed. I took three lenses with my K10D - 14mm, 21mm, and S-M-C Macro Takumar 50mm f/4. I kept it simple, stupid. Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ Thank you! Mike Hamilton -- 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: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
On 4-Aug-08, at 1:30 AM, mike wilson wrote: From: Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ Difficult to find fault - but if you insist.. 8-) I would leave out Purple. The plane of focus does nothing for me. My favourite is Buffalo Paddock II - because I can imagine how it looked 200 years ago. Thanks, Mike. I do agree with you upon review... :) Mike -- 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: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
On 4-Aug-08, at 1:36 AM, Bob W wrote: Buying new gear helped a small amount, but I needed more. Mark! Looks like a great place to spend your downtime. Bob LOL. Thanks, Bob. It was gorgeous. Mike -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Hamilton Sent: 04 August 2008 07:09 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration I purchased a house in March, and also completed a tiring year of teaching. I'd had little energy or motivation for photography. I took a 3 week road trip in July with my soon-to-be-wife and my dog. We spent most of our time in British Columbia - 10 days in Nakusp visiting my parents, then a few days in Nelson. The last part of our trip was camping in Waterton Lakes National Park - the sister park to Glacier National Park in the USA. It was everything that I needed. I took three lenses with my K10D - 14mm, 21mm, and S-M-C Macro Takumar 50mm f/4. I kept it simple, stupid. Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ Thank you! Mike Hamilton -- 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. -- 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. -- 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: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
On 4-Aug-08, at 3:21 AM, S J wrote: hi mike, beautiful country, looks like a perfect place to spend three weeks.. :-) really enjoyed the gallery, particularly, 'struggle', 'remains' and 'hike to buffalo paddock 2. Thanks, Subash. Those are among my favourites too! Mike regards, subash On Mon, Aug 4, 2008 at 11:39 AM, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I purchased a house in March, and also completed a tiring year of teaching. I'd had little energy or motivation for photography. Buying new gear helped a small amount, but I needed more. I took a 3 week road trip in July with my soon-to-be-wife and my dog. We spent most of our time in British Columbia - 10 days in Nakusp visiting my parents, then a few days in Nelson. The last part of our trip was camping in Waterton Lakes National Park - the sister park to Glacier National Park in the USA. It was everything that I needed. I took three lenses with my K10D - 14mm, 21mm, and S-M-C Macro Takumar 50mm f/4. I kept it simple, stupid. Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ Thank you! Mike Hamilton -- 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. -- 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. -- 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: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
On 4-Aug-08, at 9:47 AM, William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: Mike Hamilton Subject: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ I'd be proud of that gallery too. I didn't like Purple,there just isn't enough in focus, other than that, they are all good pictures. I note from your trip narrative that you drove past my favourite part of BC, that being the New Denver area. Thanks, Bill. I spend a week in that area every summer. My parents have built their retirement home 10 minutes south of Nakusp, so I get out to Sandon, New Denver, and Kaslo on a regular basis. They're all great little towns that are overlooked by the Okanagan-loving masses. Personally, I don't go near the Okanagan during the summertime. Mike William Robb -- 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. -- 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: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
On 4-Aug-08, at 7:07 AM, Walter Hamler wrote: Hey Mike, some really good images there. Wish I could have been there as well ! I saw some HDTV the other day of Banff and the other National Park above and I was hooked. Have got to get up to that part of the world before it's too late! BTW, the camera works great! I had forgottem how simple flash photography is with 400 speed color neg film. Yes, the parks that you mention are gorgeous. Waterton is far less popular, but no less beautiful. Glad to hear that the camera is working for you. :) Mike Walt On 8/4/08, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I purchased a house in March, and also completed a tiring year of teaching. I'd had little energy or motivation for photography. Buying new gear helped a small amount, but I needed more. I took a 3 week road trip in July with my soon-to-be-wife and my dog. We spent most of our time in British Columbia - 10 days in Nakusp visiting my parents, then a few days in Nelson. The last part of our trip was camping in Waterton Lakes National Park - the sister park to Glacier National Park in the USA. It was everything that I needed. I took three lenses with my K10D - 14mm, 21mm, and S-M-C Macro Takumar 50mm f/4. I kept it simple, stupid. Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ Thank you! Mike Hamilton -- 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. -- 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. -- 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: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
On 4-Aug-08, at 10:48 AM, Bob Sullivan wrote: Mike, Many great photos, but Struggle and Hike to Buffalo Paddock should be mentioned first. The sharp detail of the near and far objects give me lots to look at in either photo. The schrub seems to be catching the cloud. The red rock in the grass adds a lot. Nothing wrong with Departing Sunset and Rainbow Glory either (the last 2). You should be stoked... Regards, Bob S. Thanks, Bob! I really tried to use my 14mm lens wisely on this trip. I tried to provide an near focus anchor as well as a grande landscape. It seemed to have worked. Mike On Mon, Aug 4, 2008 at 1:09 AM, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I purchased a house in March, and also completed a tiring year of teaching. I'd had little energy or motivation for photography. Buying new gear helped a small amount, but I needed more. I took a 3 week road trip in July with my soon-to-be-wife and my dog. We spent most of our time in British Columbia - 10 days in Nakusp visiting my parents, then a few days in Nelson. The last part of our trip was camping in Waterton Lakes National Park - the sister park to Glacier National Park in the USA. It was everything that I needed. I took three lenses with my K10D - 14mm, 21mm, and S-M-C Macro Takumar 50mm f/4. I kept it simple, stupid. Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ Thank you! Mike Hamilton -- 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. -- 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. -- 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: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
On 4-Aug-08, at 12:47 PM, Ken Waller wrote: Since you asked - Looks like a good collection of memories of your trip Most of the images could benefit from better (earlier or later in the day) light Yes, I fully agree. Unfortunately, I was unable/unwilling to schedule our hikes for early morning or evening. Travel with a companion (especially one that you sleep beside) requires compromise. ;) The light needs to be softened in some of the close-ups by the use of a diffuser (white, clothe would suffice) I'll consider that for the future! Im not much of a closeup/macro person, and so I don't have those tricks in my bag. Red/Green needs a more OOF background. Agreed. it did not make my print list. :) Departing Sunset would be a stronger image with a vertical composition, eliminating most of the left right third of what you posted. That crop would make that image the best of the group IMHO. Thanks! I'll see what I can do with this advice! Mike - Original Message - From: Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration I purchased a house in March, and also completed a tiring year of teaching. I'd had little energy or motivation for photography. Buying new gear helped a small amount, but I needed more. I took a 3 week road trip in July with my soon-to-be-wife and my dog. We spent most of our time in British Columbia - 10 days in Nakusp visiting my parents, then a few days in Nelson. The last part of our trip was camping in Waterton Lakes National Park - the sister park to Glacier National Park in the USA. It was everything that I needed. I took three lenses with my K10D - 14mm, 21mm, and S-M-C Macro Takumar 50mm f/4. I kept it simple, stupid. Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ Thank you! Mike Hamilton -- 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. -- 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: GESO -- B.C. and Waterton -- Finally, some inspiration
On 4-Aug-08, at 6:44 PM, ann sanfedele wrote: Mike - here are my faves : (1) http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/content/_IGP5179_large.html (2) http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/content/_IGP5337_large.html (3) http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/content/_IGP5202_large.html and Alex http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/content/_IGP5150_large.html I'd trim a bit off the bottom of this shot... I had to scroll to see all the verticals, didnt' know how to shrink with my setup but that isn't the reason Id crop off some of the bottom. Thank you, Ann! I appreciate your time! But there are a lot of nice shots -- though I am surprised you didn't photo that wonderful and famous building - the old Inn... I couldn't get My guy to stay there - he needed more comfort (for some good reasons at the time) back in 1988 just about this time of year too. I did photograph the Prince of Wales Hotel, but did not include in in the gallery. The photo of Jocelyn (my fiance) is from the area surrounding the hotel. Unrelated to photo aside -- but your pics bring it back - we went on a jaunt into the prairie and I got a terrible allergy attack - apparently from the seasonal state of the grasses... couldn't breath -- went back to the little town (as seen in one of your shots which was cute, too) I slept, woke up and felt fine... then we went back to the prairie... and... ps! But I had not realized what had caused the attack until then Yes, the prairie is gorgeous. as you guys can see , I'm just hopping back on list Nice to see. Mike Mike Hamilton wrote: Here are 25 photographs that I took. I'm very proud of them, and will print a number of them. I'd like your feedback, comments and critiques. Obviously I don't expect that you will comment on all of the images, but one or two would be appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/InteriorWaterton/ Thank you! Mike Hamilton -- 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. -- 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: laptop bag?
I can recommend the Incase bags. They don't hold much beyond the laptop and AC adapter (maybe a file folder also), but it's a very nice slim bag. Mike On 12-Jul-08, at 9:37 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Incase makes some excellent, protective and very trim bags fitted for the Apple laptops. They're not super cheap, but not horrendously expensive, and they well made and stand up to a lot of use. Godfrey On Jul 12, 2008, at 8:12 AM, Cory Waters wrote: Need a bag for a new Macbook. You lot are pretty into bags so I figured I'd ask if anyone can recommend something that isn't too bulky and doesn't suck. This is just for the computer and associated gack...PC+Camera bag maybe later. -- 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. -- 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.
PESO -- Sy
The man known only as Sy. It was a beautiful summer evening that we went to the Empress Ale House for a pint or two. The patio was pretty full, but this gentleman was sitting at a table on his own. We befriended him and had a nice chat. He was a funny character, a former biology teacher who was visiting Edmonton after moving away. He told some stories of his youth, which we appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/07/11/sy/ Comments, critiques welcomed! Enjoy. Mike -- 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.
FS Friday (images uploaded)
So as promised, here are the images of my for sale items. FA 20-35 f/5 DA 50-200 f/4-5.6 S-M-C Takumar 28mm f/2.5 MC Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 MZ-5 body http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/PentaxForSale/ Thanks. Mike -- 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: PESO -- Sy
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/07/11/sy/ On 11-Jul-08, at 1:38 PM, Paul Sorenson wrote: Nice character study. He looks like a interesting guy. Too bad his cigarette wasn't lit w/a little smoke and about 1/2 inch of ash on it. ;} I wondered what it would look like in b/w so I did a quick conversion. It's here if you'd like to see it. http://home.earthlink.net/~allaround6/images/sy.jpg I'll remove this w/in 24 hours...sooner if you'd like. Thanks, Paul! I'm sure the cigarette would have been lit if there weren't strict smoking regulations in our province. (No smoking in any public place, or within 5m of an entry door). I had tried the b/w conversion myself, but really felt as though the colour was more appropriate for the photograph. I liked the red wall, and the colours on his shirt. Thanks for looking. You can leave the image up if you'd like. Mike -- 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: PESO -- Sy
On 11-Jul-08, at 5:05 PM, Ken Waller wrote: Wonderful capture but I find my eye wandering to the sign in the ULH corner. Thanks, Ken. You know, I was of the opposite feeling. I included the sign because I felt like it gave some context. The photo is already a crop of the original frame, and it might be too tight with more lost. Also thanks to Frank and Cotty for your kind comments! It's appreciated, especially these days when I am feeling less motivated by photography than I'd like. Mike Kenneth Waller http://www.tinyurl.com/272u2f - Original Message - From: Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: PESO -- Sy The man known only as Sy. It was a beautiful summer evening that we went to the Empress Ale House for a pint or two. The patio was pretty full, but this gentleman was sitting at a table on his own. We befriended him and had a nice chat. He was a funny character, a former biology teacher who was visiting Edmonton after moving away. He told some stories of his youth, which we appreciated. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/07/11/sy/ Comments, critiques welcomed! Enjoy. Mike -- 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. -- 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: PESO -- Sy
On 11-Jul-08, at 5:20 PM, Cotty wrote: On 11/7/08, Mike Hamilton, discombobulated, unleashed: Also thanks to Frank and Cotty for your kind comments! It's appreciated, especially these days when I am feeling less motivated by photography than I'd like. You shouldn't be. That portrait has buckets of character. I love the tilt of the head, the crop is excellent, the unlit fag is novel - he's just popped it in ready to go - it's a superb shot, you should be proud. Go buy a couple of books by some revered photogs - leaf through - that always gets the creative juices flowing. Do you have any books to recommend? I enjoy landscape photography and candid street photography. I'm leaving on a 2 week camping trip in some pretty beautiful mountain country (British Columbia) and possibly badlands in Drumheller, Alberta. I'll have a few weeks to read and take photos, get back on track. Thanks for everyone's kind words! Mike -- 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: Our new Web site under construction
On 10-Jul-08, at 11:45 AM, Ted Beilby wrote: Finally have gotten something online for our work and looking for suggestions while I work on it. www.beilbyvisualarts.com Comments desired and appreciated. Still trying to get it all worked out and will be adding more pages and photos soon. thanks Ted Beilby Well, it's brave of you to put yourself out there like this! I don't recognize you as a regular contributor to PDML (i'm not either - more occasional!). Looks like you've put a lot of work into your website. With that said, here are my views: Your images are not very interesting to me. They seem over-processed (saturation and sharpening), but it appears as though this is the look you are going for. The thumbnails that you have seem to be full size jpegs that have been coded in html as a smaller size. That means that it takes a long time to load a small photograph. I would advise re-sizing those images before uploading. Good luck with your website. Mike -- 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.
FS Friday: Various lenses body
At the moment, Im having a hard time locating my card reader. My desk is a bit of a sty. I have taken photos of these items, and will provide images once I have them onto the web. FA 20-35 f/4 -- excellent condition. I purchased this new from BH in 2006. Includes original caps, hood, lens bag. $415 DA 50-200 ED f/4-5.6 -- excellent condition. Bought last summer. It's not a lens that I use often. Includes original caps, hood. $160 Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 28mm f/3.5 -- legendary optics, supposed best of the 28s. This is the 49mm filter design. Tiny, thin scratches on front element, probably about 3mm long. Body hood are in very good condition. $60 Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 -- very good condition. Includes original front rear caps, clear rear filter (and I'm sure that I have the others around also - just have to find them!), and original lens bag. $130 MZ-5 body -- used this body for a few rolls of film. Very nice to use. Flash spring is broken, so it does not pop-up. Still works, but requires a finger to hold it in position. Wasn't an issue for me, the tiny on-board flashes are rarely used. $50 Prices do not include shipping, from Edmonton, Canada. Contact me off-list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks! Mike -- 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: Kennyboy has a hands off review on the new Nikon D700
On 8-Jul-08, at 12:19 PM, frank theriault wrote: On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 2:00 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is the URL for this review? His opinion, quoted below, doesn't sound so off-base to me. Whether off-base or not (and I really don't give a rat's ass, since I'm never going to own that particular camera, or any other Nikon, for that matter), what I find interesting is the way he can review a camera without ever holding one. I expect the speed and dynamics... I expect the technical image quality... Nikon claims the same start-up... Seems that all he's doing is reading a spec sheet and commenting on that. Regardless of the preview, would someone send this guy a monitor calibrator? He even cranks the saturation on supplied product photos! The red bit under the shutter release is turned up to 11! Mike -- 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: Traffic, what traffic?
On 8-Jul-08, at 12:32 PM, frank theriault wrote: On Tue, Jul 8, 2008 at 1:02 PM, Christine Aguila [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good one, Paul. He looks a little heavy for that scooter--ya know, I think scooters are dangerous: they sit low to the ground making them hard to see; they make very little noise--noise is a good safety feature; they have very little speed for emergency situations--speed can be used in emergency situations; and sitting on a 2-wheeler as if sitting on a chair somehow seems like bad balance to me. You wouldn't get me on one of those things! Anyway, nice picture, Paul. Cheers, Christine Oi! Me 'n me mates might disagree wiff your assesment o' scooters! http://tinyurl.com/5t5tq4 Nice one, Frank. I used to ride a scooter. Honda Dio, fitted with a custom expansion pipe that nearly required earplugs at idle speed. However, one of the dangers is thinking that you can get away without obeying the rules of the road. I also had an Aprillia when i was in England (nice hot SR50), and used to split lanes, and nearly lost it one day. They're as safe as most other two-wheeled vehicles, as long as you respect the rules and drive with awareness of the drivers around you. Mike -- 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: PESO 2008 - 108, 109, 110, 111 - GDG
On 8-Jul-08, at 12:53 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: http://homepage.mac.com/godders/108-sunrise-smoke.jpg Smoke At Sunrise - Neighborhood Details 2008 ISO 100 @ f/5 @ 1/50 sec Gorgeous! Very nice tones and subject. http://homepage.mac.com/godders/111-sunflower.jpg Sunflower - Neighborhood Details 2008 ISO 100 @ f/2.8 @ 1/500 sec Again, I like this a lot. Different from what I've seen of your other work. Nice, though. All made with the Panasonic L1 body and Olympus ZD 25mm f/2.8 lens. It's a great combination! Mike -- 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: Traffic, what traffic?
On 8-Jul-08, at 1:16 PM, Bob W wrote: Oi! Me 'n me mates might disagree wiff your assesment o' scooters! http://tinyurl.com/5t5tq4 that merely confirms Christine's diagnosis. The mods who rode their scooters to the seaside at Bank Holiday weekends often used to end up in hospital. Animals: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxJZaLQzD-wfeature=related Best quote: These are the offspring of the Ban the Bomb people, I should think Oh, I have a feeling that was not just due to the scooter element. I bet it had a large part to do with the drugs and alcohol consumed! :) Mike -- 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: PESO: Two re-posts
On 7-Jul-08, at 6:36 PM, Rick Womer wrote: Neither of these got any comments, and one of them isn't in the archives, so they may have gotten lost in holiday cyberspace. Love by the Rhine was the more recent, taken at dusk in Dusseldorf. It was an unusual Theriaultian moment for me. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7510816 Rick, I like this one. It seems a bit dark on my screen (not profiled, but pretty accurate regardless). It has a nice feeling. (K10D, DA 16-45, ISO 560, f/4.5 @ 1/45, RAW via LR). The second is a pair: the Rheinturm (Dusseldorf's proud tower), and the view of the Rhine from the Rheinturm: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7501703 http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7501725 The View of the Rhine from the Rheinturm appeals to me, but once again - it seems quite dark on my monitor. Mike (Same body and lens, RAW via LR) Cheers, 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 above and follow the directions. -- 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: PESO: Underground Berlin
On 6-Jul-08, at 9:18 PM, Rick Womer wrote: An UBahn station in Berlin. The different qualities of light intrigued me. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7512517 I like it, Rick. Had you waited until someone was walking down the stairs, I might have liked it more! :) Nice work. Mike -- 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: Peso Infrared horse show photo
On 30-Jun-08, at 11:53 AM, David J Brooks wrote: I took the G3 to the last day, Sunday of the three day show. The sun was out for a while in the morning, so i took a few shots with it during a warm up fro the first division. Knowing the shutter lag is slow on these PS's i timed my shot as the front legs hit the ground just in front of the jump. http://www.flickr.com/photos/djbrooks/2624693515/ This was the one and only try, as i nailed it.:-) G3, Av at f8 and Tv at 1/400. LR adjusting just to see whati could get. Wow, 1/400s for IR is great. I remember you mentioning that you had the camera converted to IR, which must make a big difference. Anyway, it's a great photo. Rarely have I seen action IR! :) mike -- 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: PESO 2008 - 103 - GDG
On 30-Jun-08, at 10:45 AM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Yesterday morning ... http://homepage.mac.com/godders/103-to_the_body.jpg Looks fantastic! Great photograph! :) Mike -- 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: Old New
On 28-Jun-08, at 10:47 PM, David Savage wrote: 2008/6/29 William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED]: - Original Message - From: David J Brooks Subject: Re: Old New Define cold and blustery... I had change out of shorts into jeans put on my hoodies hood. And that's when I shot him, Your Honour.. I think Dave needs to do a February Canada visit, what say.:-) Send him to WaWa and let him hitchhike out.. :-D Cold is a relative term. I did spend a winter in Alberta from December to January once. The coldest I experienced was -26 not including wind chill. THAT was cold. Our winter is very damp so it feels colder at times than it did in freezing Alberta I've lived in Alberta all of my life - up to 57 degrees N. We have a yearly cold snap (typically in January) that lasts up to two weeks. The cold usually hits a low of -40C, and it's dry. I can't say much about a damp cold, but it doesn't sound like much fun. Mike -- 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: off-topic: Spain rules
On 29-Jun-08, at 6:02 PM, William Robb wrote: Spain, schmain. The Riders beat the Eskimos last night. Pbbbt. The season is young! Mike -- 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: off-topic: Spain rules
On 29-Jun-08, at 10:41 PM, William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: Mike Hamilton Subject: Re: off-topic: Spain rules On 29-Jun-08, at 6:02 PM, William Robb wrote: Spain, schmain. The Riders beat the Eskimos last night. Pbbbt. The season is young! These things can be few and far between. One must gloat when one gets the chance. Well, I must admit that I don't even care for football. My response was simply competitive instinct! :) Mike -- 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: Peso Last day of.....
On 26-Jun-08, at 11:55 AM, David J Brooks wrote: School today.:-) Hallelujah! I'm done also - I teach the students that you drive to and from school! :) Dave (I have the summer off, well not really, i have lots of horse shows) Brooks Thankfully, I have the summer off without work. I really need it. :) Mike -- 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: Peso Dew on Tiger lilies
On 17-Jun-08, at 6:24 PM, David J Brooks wrote: From the same shoot and same storm. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7421919 Its a plain looking shot, but i really like this one Very nice, David. The simplicity makes it work. Mike -- 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: PESO 2008 - 87 - GDG
On 11-Jun-08, at 5:18 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Made this photo while visiting San Francisco on Saturday for a photo workshop. http://homepage.mac.com/godders/87-cups.jpg Cups - This Cafe Life 2008 Olympus E-1 + ZD 35mm f/3.5 Macro ISO 400 @ f/3.5 @ 1/2500 sec Comments and critique always appreciated. Godfrey- I really like the strong shapes and contrast. It bothers me slightly that the shelves are slanted - that's one thing I'd adjust. Nice work. Mike -- 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.
PESO -- Rally Party
Hey all, I received my Panasonic L1 yesterday, and had a great opportunity to use it in a social setting, precisely where I envisioned using this camera. This was taken in BW mode using Live View. I really like this camera kit. Fits nicely into my hand, and seems to take really nice images. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/06/08/rally-party/ Panasonic L1, Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm. Mike -- 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: PESO -- Rally Party
On 8-Jun-08, at 4:55 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Good stuff, Mike! I'm glad you're enjoying the L1. It's become one of my most used cameras. That standard lens is a great performer in every way. Yes, but it is a little large for some circumstances. The Oly 25 will fit nicely, as you've shown. Have you updated the firmware to Rev 2 yet? It adds several features and, I think, improves on the JPEG rendering to a small degree. Just in case you haven't, here's the URL: Thanks, I did that earlier today. :) I almost never shoot JPEG, but I did for a bit yesterday and really liked using the LV in BW to compose. The rendering is great in BW... Mike On Jun 8, 2008, at 2:19 PM, Mike Hamilton wrote: I received my Panasonic L1 yesterday, and had a great opportunity to use it in a social setting, precisely where I envisioned using this camera. This was taken in BW mode using Live View. I really like this camera kit. Fits nicely into my hand, and seems to take really nice images. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/06/08/rally-party/ Panasonic L1, Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm. -- 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. -- 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: PESO -- Rally Party
On 8-Jun-08, at 3:24 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: Mike: Wow, that's nice, and I think I want a Panasonic L1. Ah, if money weren't an issue . . . Cheers, Christine Thanks, Christine. It's a beautiful camera, and seems less obtrusive than traditional SLRs, without the big viewfinder hump, even though it's not a small camera itself. The photo that I shared was almost entirely rendered in-camera. I adjusted a few levels to fine tune it. I managed to buy a brand new kit for $800 at my local camera store. Well worth it, I think! Mike http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/06/08/rally-party/ Panasonic L1, Leica D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm. Mike -- 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. -- 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. -- 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: PESO -- Rally Party
On 8-Jun-08, at 8:28 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: - Original Message - From: Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] On 8-Jun-08, at 3:24 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: The photo that I shared was almost entirely rendered in-camera. I adjusted a few levels to fine tune it. Mike: Was that RAW or JPEG format that you did the in-camera rendering? Cheers, Christine It was originally shot in JPEG. I made a few adjustments in Lightroom, but not much. Mike -- 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.
PESO -- Up to the highest height...
I took some sage advice, and went to fly a kite with my lovely wife. We had a great time, and our experience was very successful! http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/06/04/up-to-the-highest-height/ Shot with the K10D, DA 50-200, adjustments in Lightroom. Comments, critiques are welcome! Mike -- 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: PESO -- Up to the highest height...
On 5-Jun-08, at 10:44 AM, frank theriault wrote: On Thu, Jun 5, 2008 at 12:26 PM, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I took some sage advice, and went to fly a kite with my lovely wife. We had a great time, and our experience was very successful! http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/06/04/up-to-the-highest-height/ Shot with the K10D, DA 50-200, adjustments in Lightroom. Comments, critiques are welcome! That's a beautiful shot! Thank you, Frank. It was actually taken on suggestion of my wife! :) Mike -- 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: OT: Panasonic L1
I found that my local camera store (McBain Camera) is ordering the last 23 Panasonic L1 camera/lens kits available in Canada, and is selling them for $800. I'm picking one up when they arrive. I tried one out in-store today, and really liked how it felt in my hands. The lens was a little large for my liking, but I'll get used to it. Not as large as I thought it might be. I'm also used to the DA Limited lenses, which make any other lens seem obese by comparison - even my FA 20-35 f/4! Thanks for the advice, everyone. Mike -- 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: OT: Panasonic L1
On 3-Jun-08, at 4:24 AM, P. J. Alling wrote: If you're looking for a smaller lighter backup camera and want to use the same lenses as your K20D I'd suggest the K200D, (that is if you really need 10mp). The L1 uses in lens image stabilization and doesn't support sensor image stablization, so if that's not important for you and you can get by with only 6mp in your backup I think you'd be better off with a *ist-Ds. They're relatively cheep used these days. The L1 just doesn't strike me as the most rational choice. PJ, I'm not really looking for a backup camera. I'm looking for something different, with strengths that complement my K10D. I think the L1 fits that bill, with Live View, the boxy rangefinder design, and external controls. Mike -- 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: OT: Panasonic L1
On 2-Jun-08, at 11:56 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: I've been using the L1 since May 2007. It has become my favorite DSLR body, regardless of what lens I put on it. It's not perfect, the K10D outperforms it in several ways, but there's something truly different and delightful about it. I didn't know at all whether it was worth it when I bought it ... four months later, i bought a second one. [...] As you might be able to tell, I'm an enthusiast of this camera. It's not without its flaws, but the photos it has made for me have been very satisfactory indeed. Thanks, Godfrey. Now I've just got to find a deal that I'm satisfied with! :) Mike -- 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.
OT: Panasonic L1
Hey all, I've been interested in the Panasonic L1 since it was released, and I'm now considering purchasing one for $400 (without the legendary Leica kit lens). What are the limitations of using K-mount lenses on this body? As far as I'm aware, they need an aperture ring (so my FA20-35 would work, but the DA21 would not). How is metering via adapter? If I could get the Leica 14-50 2.8-3.5 with it for $800, I might go for that... Any significant issues that you've come across? I'm planning to use this body to complement my K10D. Perhaps I'd eventually get the Olympus 25/2.8. Thanks, Mike -- 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: OT: Panasonic L1
Ah, jeez. You and Paul just want me to spend money... :) But really, I was leaning that way after I wrote my initial message. I really look forward to that lens, and the configuration of the controls. Mike On 2-Jun-08, at 10:15 PM, Adam Maas wrote: I wouldn't bother with it without the 14-50. You'd do better to buy a DS instead for similar money, or spend a bit more on a used Oly E-510 with in-body IS. With the Leica 14-50 is another thing, the lens makes the kit. -Adam On Mon, Jun 2, 2008 at 11:46 PM, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey all, I've been interested in the Panasonic L1 since it was released, and I'm now considering purchasing one for $400 (without the legendary Leica kit lens). What are the limitations of using K-mount lenses on this body? As far as I'm aware, they need an aperture ring (so my FA20-35 would work, but the DA21 would not). How is metering via adapter? If I could get the Leica 14-50 2.8-3.5 with it for $800, I might go for that... Any significant issues that you've come across? I'm planning to use this body to complement my K10D. Perhaps I'd eventually get the Olympus 25/2.8. Thanks, Mike -- 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. -- M. Adam Maas http://www.mawz.ca Explorations of the City Around Us. -- 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. -- 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: Peso When one finds the need to put stuff in a bottle
On 22-May-08, at 11:11 AM, David J Brooks wrote: It took me some time, but i found this shot i took and gave to a Labatts beer rep in 2004. http://picasaweb.google.com/pentkon52/General/ photo#5203249942188778978 Pretty sure its a 5 gallon demi bottle filled with blue caps. Took a number of years. I think, there might be 2-3 Molson caps in there, but thats about it. That's a lot of bad beer caps!! ;) Mike -- 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: Anyone Notice This?
Quick shift focus. On 10-May-08, at 5:30 PM, Rick Womer wrote: QSF?? --- Adam Maas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nice, it's an excellent lens. If only it had QSF I'd be an owner. -Adam On Sat, May 10, 2008 at 3:43 PM, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.amplis.com/news/news.asp?id=2yr=08v=pr=040908prNum=29 William Robb -- 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. -- M. Adam Maas http://www.mawz.ca Explorations of the City Around Us. -- 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. __ __ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http:// mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ -- 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. -- 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: PESO: drop in green
On 5-May-08, at 5:56 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello all, This is with the Pentax FA 50 Macro + DS. http://not.contaxg.com/document.php?id=21672 Any commetns are wellcome. Dao, The image is nice, but my eye is drawn to the leaf on the left side, rather than to the drop of water. Perhaps a slightly different perspective or zone of focus would help the image. Mike -- 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: May PUG is up
On 6-May-08, at 6:14 PM, Scott Loveless wrote: PUG's up. http://pug.komkon.org/ New submit form for June should be up tonight or tomorrow. Thanks for your patience. Looks good! Gabor Ritz' photo in Szentendre (where I've actually stayed for a week!!) gets my cheers. Apparently, however, I submitted my image in something other than sRGB... The red is rather weak! Ah well. Mike -- 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: PDML - Twitter mashup
On 2-May-08, at 4:47 PM, Tim Bray wrote: Welcome, PDML, to Web 2.0. -Tim Cool, Tim. Funny thing is, I saw this on your RSS feed before you posted it here. :) I'll continue to check it out. Mike -- 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: PESO
My thoughts exactly, Rick. Just a bit more contrast to make it pop. Nice, PJ. Mike On 23-Apr-08, at 8:00 PM, Rick Womer wrote: I like it, but think it could use more contrast. Rick --- P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nature is where you find it. http://www.mindspring.com/~distilfink/PESO%20--%20cattails.html Equipment: Pentax *ist-Ds/smc Pentax M 85mm f2.0 As usual comments are welcome but may be totally ignored. -- Vote for Cthulhu. Why settle for a lesser evil... -- Dr. Jerry Pournelle -- 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. http://www.photo.net/photos/RickW __ __ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http:// mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ -- 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. -- 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: PESO: Chicago dusk
On 6-Apr-08, at 8:41 PM, Tim Bray wrote: http://www.tbray.org/ongoing/When/200x/2008/04/06/-big/R0010330.jpg Context: Jazz review, http://www.tbray.org/ongoing/When/200x/ 2008/04/06/Chicago Tim, It's interesting that I find you on the PDML. I have read your blog with interest for about a year now! Most of your tech writing goes over my head (Ruby and what not!) but I enjoy your occasional blurbs about Pentax and Macs. Anyhow, the photo that you posted looks good. I don't think there's a problem with posting non-Pentax PESOs. The only rule that Im aware of regarding non-Pentax equipment is for the PUG. Mike -- 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.
PESO -- Black Mountain Tambourine
Another live music photo. Hoping to get some comments about this shot! :) My last one didn't get any notice. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/04/05/black-mountain-starlite-room- march-31-2008/ Band: Black Mountain Camera: K10D @ iso 1250, 1/30s Lens: SMC Takumar 105/2.8 Comments/critiques welcome! Mike -- 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: PESO -- Black Mountain Tambourine
Rick Womer Wrote: Excellent! Strong composition, strong lighting, simple. The URL is rather long, so it took some copying and pasting to get to the photo. This would reduce the number of views and comments! You might try tinyurl.com. Rick Thanks, Rick. Sorry about the URL. I normally place it in ,, but Ill consider the Tinyurl too. Thanks! Mike -- 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: PESO -- Black Mountain Tambourine
On 5-Apr-08, at 9:47 PM, Christine wrote: Mike: Excellent. I really like the subject, composition, rendering here. Cheers, Christine Thanks, Christine! I appreciate the comments. Mike - Original Message - From: Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: pdml@pdml.net Sent: Saturday, April 05, 2008 9:48 PM Subject: PESO -- Black Mountain Tambourine Another live music photo. Hoping to get some comments about this shot! :) My last one didn't get any notice. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/04/05/black-mountain-starlite- room- march-31-2008/ Band: Black Mountain Camera: K10D @ iso 1250, 1/30s Lens: SMC Takumar 105/2.8 -- 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.
PESO-- New Music with Old Lenses
I've really been enjoying live music photography lately, especially with these old Super-Takumar and S-M-C Takumar lenses (50 1.4 and 105 2.8). Here's another sample: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2008/03/30/jason-collett-starlite-room- march-25-2008/ Enjoy! Mike -- 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.
FS: FA 20-35 F4 AL
An excellent lens that I may end up regretting the sale of. I bought this lens from BH 2 years ago to replace the 18-55 kit lens, and also as an occaisional wide angle for film use. I have owned it since new. The rendering of this lens is amazing. It's sharp, produces beautiful colours, and allows for pretty close focus. It's also very compact. The FA 20-35 can be used for ultra-wide angle on film SLRs also. The condition of the lens is very good. There are some very minor scuffs on the body of the lens. Glass is impeccable. No visible dust internally. Aperture ring clicks smoothly. Check out the reviews on this site: http://www.pentaxforums.com/ lensreviews/showproduct.php?product=221cat=44 Photos of the lens: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/forsale/fa20-35-1.jpg http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/forsale/fa20-35-2.jpg http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/forsale/fa20-35-3.jpg http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/forsale/fa20-35-4.jpg Photo taken with the lens: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/alexasept.jpg $500 CAD -- 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: FS: FA 20-35 F4 AL
Yes, as I mentioned, I love that lens. However, I don't use it very often anymore; instead choosing to use the DA21 and FA43. I had imagined its usefulness if Pentax ever released a 36x24mm sensor. I could use the money from this lens more, however. :) Mike On 14-Mar-08, at 6:36 PM, Peter Fairweather wrote: I bought mine mainly after reading the excellent reviews on here, in particular from Godfrey. I'm currently thinking of selling some lenses I don't use that much such as the FA 28mm, but this one will stay. It is light, high qualityand unobtrusive. An ideal walk around lens Peter On 14/03/2008, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The DA21's extra half a stop or so is nice, but not a big deal. I like its size, weight, and rendering qualities more. But the FA20-35 is a fantastic performer, particularly for a zoom lens, and gives a nice range in one lens that is hard to beat. :-) G On Mar 14, 2008, at 10:45 AM, Steve Desjardins wrote: I still have this lens and really like it. As has been mentioned and regardless of any measurable properties, I like it because it produces very pleasing images. Although not built as well as the limiteds, it is very light and makes a nice walk around lens for urban photography. I's also sufficiently good to keep be from investing in the marginally faster DA 20. I'm sure the 20 is a bit better but no enough to make it a priority. -- 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.
GESO -- Hot Panda
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/Galleries/HotPanda/ It's probably not what you can imagine it is... :) Photos taken with K10D @ ISO 1600, with S-M-C Takumar 50mm f/1.4 and Super-Takumar 105mm f/2.8. Yes, screwmount manual focus lenses with stop-down metering... it can be done! ;) Comments and critiques welcome. Mike -- 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.
DA* 200mm f/2.8 available
http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/19828- da-200mm-f-2-8-buy-now.html Much faster than I imagined! Mike -- 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: k10d - brand new $419
On 1-Feb-08, at 6:23 AM, JCO wrote: Message: 17 Date: Fri, 1 Feb 2008 08:23:51 -0500 From: J. C. O'Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: k10d - brand new- $419, another source To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' pdml@pdml.net Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii and here : http://www.bestpricecameras.com/prodetails.asp?prodid=743969 JCO http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Best_Price_Cameras_6 Do not buy from Best Price Cameras. If it's too good to be true... Mike -- 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: Comments Appreciated
On 2-Jan-08, at 9:09 AM, Dave Brooks wrote: I loaded up two Christmas cactus shots on to Photo dot net. http://photo.net/photodb/presentation.tcl?presentation_id=362905 One colour, one a BW converted in the K10D and a bit of LR adjustments. Mostly lightend d up the darks, and dropped the high lights a bit and a crop to get rid of a bit of background. Interested to hear what you have to offer. Dave, I like the image in colour much more than BW. In fact, I took a similar photo in November: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/11/17/thorettes-flower/ Mike -- 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.
FS: Asahi Spotmatic SP, S-M-C Takumar 200/4
Two items: 1) Asahi Spotmatic SP (chrome) - recently replaced the foam seals on the door, body, and mirror stop. All shutter speeds are accurate. Meter works. Overexposes by 0.3-0.5 due to 1.5v battery (instead of 1.35v as originally intended). Body is in very good condition. Some rubs near the tripod mount (to be expected). Small mark on top of prism due to hotshoe adapter (also included, with new foam to protect prism). Self timer works. Asking $100 (EX condition at KEH is $133). 2) Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 200mm f/4 - very good condition with very minor marks around barrel. Focus is very smooth, as is aperture ring. Glass is in fine condition, some dust inside lens, but not much. Including front cap (original in excellent condition) Asking $50. Shipping from Canada. Estimate of $17 to USA for either item. Will provide exact quote if requested. Thanks. Mike -- 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: PESO -- From the Bridge
On 8-Dec-07, at 9:07 AM, Cotty wrote: On 07/12/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED], discombobulated, unleashed: I'd clone out the telephone wires That's steel barrier on a road. And I'd clone it out as well ;-) Done and done! Haven't uploaded the cloned version as of yet, but thanks for the tip. Mike -- 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: PESO -- From the Bridge
On 8-Dec-07, at 9:07 AM, Dave Brooks wrote: I like this one. Good Canadian winter feel to it. I agree with Cotty, i'd try and clone out the steel. I say try, as thats as far as I would get. Thanks, Dave and the others that commented. Mike LOL Dave On Dec 7, 2007 9:12 PM, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/12/07/from-the-bridge/ Taken on a walk last week. Of course, my daylight hours are spent at work. This was at 8:45pm, from a bridge over the Mill Creek Ravine in Edmonton, AB. -- 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.
PESO -- From the Bridge
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/12/07/from-the-bridge/ Taken on a walk last week. Of course, my daylight hours are spent at work. This was at 8:45pm, from a bridge over the Mill Creek Ravine in Edmonton, AB. K10D, DA14: 6.0 sec @ f/6.7, ISO 400. Comments welcome! Thanks for looking! Mike -- 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: Mouldering film camera survey
On 5-Dec-07, at 11:17 PM, WR wrote: Here is a sad survery. How many Pentax film cameras do you have that you are rarely, if ever, using? Just Pentax? MZ-5 MZ-6 ME-F (lent to a friend) Spotmatic SP (just got it!) Others: Yashicamat 124G - I'd like to use this more, but just don't get around to it! Canon Canonet QIII GL17 - My parents old camera, put a few rolls through it and love it. Just don't use it much. :( Mike -- 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: PESO -- LRT Bridge at Dusk
On 3-Dec-07, at 4:44 AM, Derby Chang wrote: Mike Hamilton wrote: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/12/02/lrt-bridge/ This is a month or two old, but I just recently processed it. I've been experiencing a distinct lack of inspiration lately, partly due to the cold weather (-20C was the daytime high today), and partly due to hectic work schedule. K10D, DA21, handheld (I was biking across a bridge when I saw this scene). Hope you enjoy! Comments/critiques welcome. Mike Enjoy I did. Lovely colours and composition. Lesson learnt - alway have a camera with you. Where is Canadialand is this again? Thanks, Derby and others! This is Edmonton, AB. Mike -- 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.
PESO -- LRT Bridge at Dusk
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/12/02/lrt-bridge/ This is a month or two old, but I just recently processed it. I've been experiencing a distinct lack of inspiration lately, partly due to the cold weather (-20C was the daytime high today), and partly due to hectic work schedule. K10D, DA21, handheld (I was biking across a bridge when I saw this scene). Hope you enjoy! Comments/critiques welcome. Mike -- 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.
PESO -- Sunset Rubdown
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/11/23/sunset-rubdown/ Just split second glance at a pane of glass as I walked by it in the alley. The sunset was nice, but the reflection gave a different view, something I barely noticed until I went back for a second look. Comments/critiques welcome!! K10D//DA21//etc... Mike -- 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: WTB: M42 to K-mount adapter
On 15-Nov-07, at 1:19 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Stan Halpin wrote on Mon, 12 Nov 2007 14:16:42 -0800 Anybody have one of these they are willing to part with? I sold my last one a couple of years ago thinking I would never need it, but am thinking of some experimentation... Visit http://www.pentaxwebstore.com Pentax has the genuine adapters for sale online. Mike -- 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: Dumb Computer Question
On 28-Oct-07, at 10:00 AM, William Robb wrote: Hi, I just bought a new rig. The guy who did the initial install for me set up a 2 drive RAID array, apparently they are striped. Could some kind soul please explain in really small words and easy to understand concepts just exactly what this is? The array is 2 500gb drives that show as a single 1tb drive. Thanks Striping is where two or more drives are treated as one. All information is recorded over the two drives, so there are bits and pieces on both. It's used to speed up read/write access. It's not useful for backups. If one drive fails, you lose the data on both drives due to the way the data is shared over the two drives. HTH. Mike -- 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.
PES0 -- Shooting from the Hip-ster
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/10/04/shooting-from-the-hip-ster/ Taken at an art gallery function a few weeks ago. Plenty of cool people abound! :) K10D, DA21, shot from the hip @ iso 800. Enjoy! Mike -- 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.
SMC-P DA 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3
http://www.pentaximaging.com/products/product_details/camera_lens-- smc_DA_18-250mm_f.2F.3.5-6.3_ED_AL%28IF%29/reqID--10270314/ subsection--Digital_35mm_zoom It's a re-branded Tamron, but news none-the-less. Under $500. Mike -- 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.
Storing Prints
I've been printing more of my photos, and I'm gathering a collection of them now. I matte each photo with matte board (no foam core), but now I'm facing an issue of storage. What do you all do with your printed photographs? Mike -- 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: PESO - Jasper Avenue
Thank you, Boris! I don't recall anyone crossing the street during this photo. Mike On 18-Sep-07, at 5:21 AM, Boris wrote: Mike, usually when a person is waiting for the green light and then crosses a street and they are being photographed like this, it produces very night ghost. A pity none is present on the picture. Great one nonetheless! Boris Mike Hamilton wrote: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/09/15/jasper-ave/ A 3.0 second exposure from a second floor balcony on Edmonton's main downtown avenue. Lots going on. Enjoy! All comments welcome and appreciated! K10D, DA21, 3.0 sec, f/9.5, ISO 200. Handheld, braced against a ledge. Mike -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - Jasper Avenue
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/2007/09/15/jasper-ave/ A 3.0 second exposure from a second floor balcony on Edmonton's main downtown avenue. Lots going on. Enjoy! All comments welcome and appreciated! K10D, DA21, 3.0 sec, f/9.5, ISO 200. Handheld, braced against a ledge. Mike -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
