There are so many great photography Web sites around that are not strictly
Pentax related. I'm wondering if we should put together a list of the users'
favourite (non-pentax photography web sites
Could be a good resource and we could certainly kill some serious time
checking them out.
Vic
Oops forgot to start it off. I like to go to
http://www.naturepix.com/
just to check out the galleries once in a while
Vic
In a message dated 12/11/02 4:58:34 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Boy, the matte heavyweight paper gobbles up ink fast -
Is there any evidence that glassy papers abosorb less ink?
DO you epsonites milk the cartridge right down to the very end? I seem
to be getting
ok stuff after it has told
In a message dated 12/11/02 8:28:33 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
FA* Zoom 250mm-600mm f/5.6 ED [IF]
A* 1200mm f/8 ED [IF]
M Reflex 2000mm f/13.5
I'm really quite curious!
Brad
No but a friend has the 135-600f/6.7 mint with carrying case etc that he
wants to sell to me for $1200
In a message dated 12/11/02 9:45:22 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hey Everybody,
I thought up of a great new topic for discussion:
Flash Guns, Flash Guns and more Flash Guns.
How many flash guns are enough and why? How big and
powerful do you want your flash guns to be? ect.
I'm not sure
In a message dated 12/11/02 2:58:10 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Yes, but it is debatable whether we are talking about bokeh then or simply
just annoying backgrounds.
Even the best of lenses regarding bokeh cannot perform wonders with annoying
backgrounds.
Pål
I'm not a big believer in
In a message dated 12/11/02 3:59:08 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I seem to recall hearing good things about this TC, but a search of the
PDML archives didn't turn up anything useful. Has anyone got one? How
do you like it? If I did pick one up, I'd be using it with a 135/2.5
and a 50/1.7.
In a message dated 12/14/02 5:52:08 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
We've been through this before. Bigger is only better when the image is
considerably larger than the size of the film. For macro-photography there
is no advantage in using medium format unless the subject is large enough to
In a message dated 12/14/02 9:34:59 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
i don't do many people pictures, so i don't use any blurring very much. the
few times i do, it is to remove film grain. that usually requires a smaller
radius than you use and probably less percentage too. i probably stay at no
I keep getting message back that server won't accept mail from AOL. Never had
big problem before sending PUG pics. Any suggestions??
Here's the return reply.
The following addresses had permanent fatal errors -
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
(reason: 550 {mx006-rz3} The recipient does not accept
In a message dated 12/22/02 12:53:16 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I think the tripod collar helps to balance and center the mass of
camera+lens over the center of support. I would not use any lens over 200mm
if it doesn't have a tripod collar (and anything faster than 200/4) simply
because
You are aware that the Pentax Optio digital cameras have stereo photography
feature built right into them. If you are thinking of going this route, it is
worth checking out. I've seen the results and they are very cool..
Vic
In a message dated 12/23/02 2:22:39 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Pål: I can relate with you buddy. The beauty of slides or negs is people like
you and I can get around to filing whenever we want. I am a firm believer
that there is a place for digital but it is not the answer for most of us at
In a message dated 12/23/02 10:07:16 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
The mailman delivered another christmas present to myself tonight. I
think if I had to limit myself to one lens, the 75-150/4 would be it.
It has a focal length range that covers about half of what I usually
shoot. It is
I'm not sure I buy that argument about only using Pentax glass. I am a firm
believer that it's very difficult to go wrong with Pentax glass, but there
are gems out there from other manufacturers that are as good, better or at
least more useful to a particular photographer than a similar Pentax
Merry Christmas to all and to all a GOOD night..
Vic
The real solution to this problem, of course, is to use fill flash to throw
some light into the band members face. Fill flash really is an underutilized
feature. It's a lot easier to use a flash than to try to fix the image in
photoshop...
Vic
I recently got a nice Polaroid Land Camera SX-70 from a friend and used it
over the holidays. It's great fun and takes pretty good pictures too. I have
discovered the usefulness of these cameras when they are matched together
with today's high tech scanners etc. Take a picture, out it pops. Put
Yes I own the M version and this is what is written around the front ring.
SMC PENTAX-M dental macro 1:4 100mm
my serial number 5566010
Vic
That's brutal
Vic
My 200 works perfectly on my LXs.
Vic
I'm glad you guys figured it all out. I've been worrying about this all my
life. LOL
Vic
Sorry, the Ad (second ad with muppets) is brutal. I really liked Thomas' ad.
I wrote a long reason why I liked TV's ad but it never got through to the
PDML. So, in short, Sophisticated, creative come to mind. And not seeing the
bride's face allows all brides to imagine themselves in the
For the past few weeks I have been unable to send my responses to the pdml
with members' comments attached. Every time I do it I get my message gets
sent back. The only way I can participate is to send only my comments. This
makes it hard for PDML members to figure out what the heck I'm saying.
Once again, I have to fully agree with Pål on this one. Any respectable book
on photography discusses the rule of thirds as a starting point photographers
should use. That's not to say you can't and should not break the rules. The
rules are a starting point and that's all. But, like I said
Paul i'm not having a problem and I'm on a Mac G3 with phone modem and AOL..
Vic
In a message dated 12/31/02 1:17:22 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Ryan,
I tried to buy an S3 before acquiring the Canonet. But they're considerably
thinner on the ground, and quite a bit more expensive when you do find
them.
I've heard nothing but good things about them, though.
--Mike
I have a
Here Here. Well said.
Vic
In a message dated 12/31/02 5:21:34 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
With all respect, the above is pure nonsense. Whether or not the rules
are done consciously or not has nothing to do with it. You cannot compose
music arbitarily; you cannot photograph without adhering
Exactly my point Bob. Mike seems to think he and all photographers don't need
to follow any rules. He is sorely mistaken. I don't feel like arguing the
point in every great detail because it is not worth it to me. There are
compositional rules and if he dosn't want to use them that's fine with
Mike you obviously don't get the point here that I and others have been
trying to make. This e-mail suggests to me that you obviously know the rules.
These rules, being generalized, have to be broad. Thus they are
things like the eye must have a way into the picture, so don't cut off
the
Hi Frank:
Thanks for your response. Sitting on the fence is often a good thing at least
you are looking at both sides before you jump.
Actually, let's look at it from that perspective. If a photographer takes the
time to learn the guidelines of composition we'll call them (rules) they
can then
Thanks Paul For your response on the Konica Auto S2...
Vic
I'm with you Fred. Convenience often wins out...
Vic
In a message dated 1/1/03 11:13:43 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Where I should be castigated, I think, is in my perhaps too-frequent
use of zooms that cover the 50-ish FL range. Because I often end up
using an A 28-135/4 or a VS1 35-85/2.8
Sorry Tony but your explanation is way too simplistic. If only it were that
easy. There are artists and there are technicians so if you are not an artist
guys you may as well forget about ever trying to create a photograph that
even comes close to a piece of art. I think you are right in
Mike I will put together my guidelines for composition when I have a little
time over the weekend. But like I said before, once I tell you, I may have to
kill you.(LOL)
Vic
Somehow I have managed to collect a Tokina AT-X 90 2.5, a Pentax 100/f4 and a
Kiron 105/f2.8. I love them all and they were probably all made around the
same time. I think the golden age of fine photographic lenses with excellent
build quality was in the 70-80s. At least it was for me... There
I thought this month's PUG was supposed to be digital image. That's why I
submitted the image I did. Three shots photoshopped into one... When I saw
the PUG I realized I was either wrong or a scanned image counts as digital..
Vic
In a message dated 1/2/03 10:49:33 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Please don't turn this into a negative thread.
I have changed the subject line to create a new positive and informative
discussion for those interested in furthering their knowledge of composition.
I originally was going to respond to Mike's Chicken request with a list
of what I consider
Raimo You will love his work. He is very spiritual. I believe he has his PhD
in religious studies. But he is not in any way preachy...
Vic
In a message dated 1/3/03 11:20:03 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
writes:
Hi Vic,
checked the books and ordered Photography of Natural Things - his images
look a
I am considering buying a lens for $200 US from California. I am wondering what my
real cost would be in Cdn after conversion, shipping and handling, duty taxes etc. Can
Anyone give me a quick ballpark figure on what I can expect to lay out...
Thanks Vic
Yes very nice stuff, Good eye. Very similar to Patterson.
Vic
In a message dated 1/3/03 3:20:51 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
If you like Freeman Patterson, check out Tony Sweet. He has a site at
http://www.tonysweetphotography.com
and is a good guy. I've worked with him at a couple of
OK so I.m probably somewhere in the neighbourhood of $400. Cdn Thanks guys
that's about what I expected.
Vic
In a message dated 1/3/03 5:28:30 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I just bought a Spotmeter from Washington state. The cost was $230 US
including
USPS shipping.
I paid by Paypal and
Had a great day of photography today shooting the aftermath of a snowstorm
that left the trees covered in snow. Decided to treat myself to a 135/3.5 in
excellent condition for a mere 59.95 Cdn.. Good Deal
Vic
And you will love it too. I was out shooting all morning (snowfall aftermath
with trees covered in the white stuff.) I was shooting with two LXs and a
PZ1. Shooting v BWhite film, slides and prints all in separate cameras. I
really like the PZ1 but I love the LX. Every time I swtched back to
Boz I have the Dental macro and the dental macro kit that is quite rare...
They also use the colouring system you talk about...
Vic
In a message dated 1/5/03 8:00:38 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
SMC PENTAX-M DENTAL MACRO 1:4 100mm
Thank you very much! Do you own a digital camera? Is it
I do no where there is one for sale but it's 180.00 Cdn.
Vic
In a message dated 1/5/03 4:16:44 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I realize this is probably a shot in the dark, but you
never know until you try.
Thanks Pat I need to experiment more. I did get the manual.
Vic
of the
images here are with the 20 and the 35...
I put about nine of the images on my website at
http://hometown.aol.ca/pentxuser/NewImgs.html
Take a look at what winter had to offer...
Thanks Vic
Jostein --Very nice stuff. Loved the Aurora's. Keep up the good work.
Vic
Contact the people who buy them and get them to post the negative feedback.
When they find out they could have had them for free, I'm sure they will have
some negative things to say...
Vic
In a message dated 1/7/03 11:01:17 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Well, depends how ticked you are. How
Speaking of fast wide angles. I've been eyeing a Kiron 28/f2 for a while.
It's $75 Cdn in mint. Worth getting??
Vic
It's an absolutely excellent lens. A friend owns one and he swears buy it.
Sharp, contrasty and built like a tank...
Vic
In a message dated 1/7/03 1:05:40 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I couldnt find any data on it (in time).
It's been discontinued. I stumbled upon
it on ebay with only
Thanks for the infor Paul... Think I'll pass I have the 28 covered in too
many ways already. Unless it is exceptional I won't bother...
In a message dated 1/8/03 6:51:25 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Vic wrote: Speaking of fast wide angles. I've been eyeing a Kiron 28/f2
for
a while. It's $75
I don't agree. Photoshop is as complicated or uncomplicated as you make it.
There are many features that you may not use and may never use but once you
start exploring there is no limit to the creativity it offers. I regularly
read through my manual, not because I have to but because I want to
I'd just like to get the time to use what I have more often...
Vic
That might be the case but there is no beating a tripod.
Vic
In a message dated 1/10/03 2:43:18 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Not so. IS still helps on a tripod. In fact, the modern IS lenses
recognize when they are on a tripod.
-R
Keep them both. They are not that close and they are exceptional lenses.
Vic
Bob, I'm with you. I have the two 28s/3.5s K and M, the K30/2.8 and the
K35/3.5. I wouldn't sell them. Once you have them hold on to them. You can't
get much for them but they might be hard to find. Itreat them like insurance.
If one ever breaks I always have the others.
Vic
In a message
I have the Artzll Intuos Wacom tablet. I guess it's the 12X18-inch one. It is
simply the best piece of equipment next to a good scanner you can buy. I got
mine with my used G3. I purchased the tablet for an additional price. It is
simply indespensible with Photoshop and painter programs...
I
Buy the SMC 1.4s. It makes life a lot easier...
Vic
In a message dated 1/16/03 11:05:02 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Smirking Dave,
In this case he literally *IS* saving, because every time he takes 36
digital pictures he's paying nothing instead of paying $20.
I'm not sure he is paying nothing. If he wants them printed, and most of us
do,
Would this lens not be the same as the Kiron 28F2. Kiron made many of the
Vivitar lenses. There appears to be slight differences but I suspect they are
one in the same.No??
Vic
In a message dated 1/17/03 7:52:53 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I'm not fighting you at all Mike. I think if you shoot a lot of pix that you
have no intention of printing and or if you shoot a lot of slides and only
keep a couple per 36 roll of film, a digital SLR will save you money in the
long run — probably longer than most people want to admit but
Thanks Bob I'll do it next time...
Vic
I used to own this lens way way back. It was actually the lens I bought with
my first kit. It's a good lens. If I recall it has 1:4 close focusing
capability. I would not pay a lot for it but if you can get it for a good
price.. give it a try..
Vic
Yes Jose with a max ap of 2.5, if you're shooting wide open your depth of
field is quite small. I used a monopod and shot wide open at 250 sec. I was
shooting precision skating so they were certainly moving at a good clip for
most of the program. The 250th was sufficient speed to stop them most
More than likely they were shooting SCALA. It is unbelievably beautiful
stuff. Nothing touches this stuff for beautiful blacks and fine gradations.
It's only downfall, It's expensive and it can only be developed by
specialized labs. If you are into BW you own it to yourself to try this
stuff.
it into the
PUG...
http://hometown.aol.ca/pentxuser/Wolf.html
Vic
Vic
I guess it is my computer. I think it might have something to do with Java. But I also
can't get it to work with my daughters IBM running windows 98. I' m on a Mac G3 with
OS 8.1.
Vic
I probably read about 10-20 per cent of the emails I get...
Vic
You know, Sometimes I think we underestimate how good some of these older,
third party lenses really are. Some of my favourite lenses are third party
lenses
Vic
In a message dated 1/23/03 11:42:31 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My 28-105 S1 served me well for 15 years, but it tends to flare a bit.
Is your Kiron a 67mm lens thread version?
Yes it is.
Vic
Here, here, I'll drink to that.
Vic
In a message dated 1/25/03 6:59:36 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Well there's one big difference, Bruce...the P67 is just as good as the
1Ds,
just different. But Macs are better than PCs.
grinning, ducking, and running
--Mike
I have one. Picked it up about a year ago. I like it, but I admit that I have
not used it all that much
Vic
In a message dated 1/28/03 10:58:27 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
At home we've always had PCs running Windows. I used to work in a newsroom
full
of Macs. The PCs at home gave trouble from time to time, the Macs at work
gave
trouble from time to time, and in that entire three-year period I
Sorry I have not been able to get to the computer to respond. The deer was
eating again from the backyard feeder last night It seems ok
I'll try to keep in touch...
PS I have not seen the deer yet so I can't get pictures of it. I work
afternoons and it always comes when I am at work. The
As you can imagine it's been a crazy couple of days around here. The deer has
been here twice today eating out of the feeder. Once at noon and again just
now when I came home from work 11:30 p.m. It did not come when the vet, and
whole crew ready to try the rescue were in my home from 3p.m.
Keith the problem I see is that we are all to quick to put animals out of
their misery. It's too damned easy to say hell just put a bullet in their
head. With a little effort these animals can live a normal life. Maybe if we
stop looking for the easy way out this world would be a better
Well said Mike.
Vic
In a message dated 1/30/03 3:44:33 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Finally, it's human nature to sympathize with a suffering creature. It's
not
necessarily inconsistent to give money to help a doe with an arrow in its
head while at the same time tolerating the fact that
TPDMLers can check the Toronto Sun for the latest in the deer saga. A
reporter interviewed me today so I think a story is going in Monday's paper...
Just an update for those who may be interested. I've been spending each
afternoon with a very special vet who has volunteered his time to try to
Got back my shots of the deer. A roll of 36. I e-mailed a bunch of them to
the vet so he could get a good indication of the extent of the injury and how
large the deer is so he can use the right amount of tranquillizer to nock it
down I will put a few of them on my website asap tomorrow...
That should be Knock not nock.
I must be getting tired...
Vic
In a message dated 2/3/03 11:02:19 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Got back my shots of the deer. A roll of 36. I e-mailed a bunch of them
to
the vet so he could get a good indication of the extent of the injury and
how
large the deer
I just managed to get the first shot of the deer with the arrow in its head
on my website more to follow.
Go to new images and then click on first thumbnail
http://hometown.aol.ca/pentxuser/NewImgs.html
vic
Please use this method to get to the deer site. I'd be interested to see how
many people go to see it. my Website counter is on this page.
Just click on new images and then the first thumbnail which is a picture of
the deer. I apologize for the Copyright signs.
http://hometown.aol.ca/pentxuser
I was just watching it out my window. It came around 11:10 and stayed for
about 20 minutes. It is extremely alert. I think we may make another attempt
at tranquillizing it tomorrow.
Vic
In a message dated 2/4/03 4:38:13 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Makes me think of a photo I saw long ago
Just an update, (probably my final one). We managed to get a tranquillizing
dart in the animal last night while it was at the feeder. We had hoped it
would continue to feed and drop in the backyard. Instead, it decided to
hightail it to the woods where we lost it. We searched for more than two
Alek, I find your constant questions about lens quality amusing. It's fun to
read the responses from everyone. Let me add mine. Here it is... Get ready
for it
IT DOESN'T REALLY MATTER... How's that for an opinion?
I'm a firm believer that all GOOD lenses (That includes 95 per cent of
I have the whole kit. Every finder made for the LX. I usually use the FA1W
but I use the others enough to justify them. I usually bring along one or two
depending on the type of photography I'm doing The magni eyepiece and the
action eyepiece are excellent for close-up work .
On another
I have added two new nature portraits a Cougar and Black and White wolves, if
anyone cares to take a look...They're part of a series I'm working on...
Vic
http://hometown.aol.ca/pentxuser/page15.html
://hometown.aol.ca/pentxuser/monarchpage.html
I was getting ready to write the exact same thing and you did it for me. What
I love about Pentax is I have a couple of LXs, a PZ1 an MZ-S and I can use
every lens on them. Now the ist-d comes out and I can still use every lens I own
on it. All I need is an external light meter. Oh, and I got
I was at my favourite camera store today and in walked the Pentax rep. After
a brief discussion he asked if I wanted to see the ist-d. he handed me an
ist-d with FAJ18-35 lens. He went on to describe all the great features. I was not
really listening just admiring the camera. It's simply a
Shooting slide film is the best way to learn about photography. You will see
your successes and your mistakes. I shoot mostly slides. When I do shoot
prints I quickly begin to doubt my abilities. It's usually because the person doing
the printing has no idea what they are doing. Shoot slides
I was out all day shooting the World Road Cycling Championships taking place
in Hamilton Ont, Canada. Great fun. 900 journalists (most of them
photographers I think) from all over the world here to cover the week-long event . Big
Races are Saturday and Sunday. I was out with the MZ-S and an LX
This is a venting exercise for me so I apologize if this is too long.
For the second time this month Henry's sales reps have annoyed me to no end.
Both times I went into the store asking about the Pentax Digital ist D and
both times some arrogant sales person tried to sell me Canon crap instead
Just got back from my second day of shooting at the World Cycling in
Hamilton, Canada. yesterday I shot with wide angles and short zooms mostly. Today I
shot with the K200 2.5 and 300F4* lens. Should be interesting to see the
diffences... I'll get some of the better ones up when I get them
Dave wrote:I used to work in a camera store and I can tell you why the sales
person
tried to sell you a Canon. Most of you may already know this, but I will
say it for those who don't. Reps in retail stores get commissions,
obviously, but they don't always get the same amount for selling
I don't want to make a huge deal of it. This store has not been open long and
many of the employees are young kids who are probably still learning the art
of creative sales. I doubt the veterans at Henry's would act this way. I've
often visted the main store in Toronto and never felt they
Yeah, but did he get the *ist D out for you, or were you by this time so
pissed that you decided to abort?
Cheers,
Cotty
I was so ticked off with them I just left. I had already played with the
Ist-D at another camera store the day before and was extremely impressed...
Vic
Excellent Bill, I may even take this is to the kid and tell him to study it...
Vic
*istD has a stainless steel chassis... vs a plastic chassis for Canon
D100, S2, Sigma, 10D and Digital Rebel have a plastic chassis
*istD has a MUCH larger and a spectacular viewfinder..vs all other
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