Re: DA 16-50 lens with faulty SDM?
gldnbearz escribió: I purchased a used DA 16-50 from BH, rated at 9+. I put the lens on my K200D and immediately realize that the lens won't auto focus. I check the AF/MF switches on both the camera body lens to make sure that all was in the AF position (or rather, none was in the MF position). I can manually focus the lens without problems. I have also cleaned the SDM contacts on the lens, without any success. Camera focuses fine with the DA 50-135 lens, so I doubt it is a problem with the SDM on the body. OTOH, when I place the lens on the *istDS, the lens will auto focus. I'm guessing that the SDM component on the lens has failed. If that is the case, will it not revert to the standard screw drive on a body that has SDM ability? I have a DA 50-135 which has developed exactly the same problem, namely: screwdriver focusing works on an *ist DS, but SDM doesn't (on a K10D GP). You should return that lens. Carlos -- 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: **
I hope you have a fast and complete recovery, Jim. Best wishes, Carlos Jim Apilado escribió: I HAD A STROKE. Jim A. -- 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: Experiments With Faith
That's a wonderful gallery, Bharath, thanks for showing it. It brings back memories of the pair of times I have been to Varanasi and Pashupatinath. Carlos Bharath M escribió: Greetings, I joined a couple of days ago and I must say it is a relief to find so many Pentax People. I am tired of explaining to people that there are many more camera manufacturers than just Nikon and Canon! And without further ado, here's my first attempt at sharing a gallery. http://picasaweb.google.com/itinerant.observer/ExperimentsWithFaith I shot this in Varanasi and Omkareshwar - these are two of the most holiest places in Hinduism and both have major temples dedicated to the God Shiva. I am not the least bit religious, but was curious to find out why so many millions (and often extremely poor) travel thousands of miles to see these places. Pictures were shot over 7 days, enduring atrocious North Indian weather, one mugging and a half broken camera! -- Bharath -- 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 PESO - Who Knows What Evil Lurks in the Hearts of Men?
Thanks for a good laugh. I needed it, after a very hard week. Carlos David Savage escribió: G'day All, Okay so it's a stupid title, but it's the first thing that popped into my head when I saw the result it's stuck. Last weekend me 2 friends gathered to help set up the lights in the studio one of our number has gone a 3rd share in. Once the lighting was dialled in, and after a few beers, it was play time with a couple of found props: http://flickr.com/photos/disavage/3315426481/ Direct link (~105kb) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3530/3315426481_dfc33dd9a9_o.jpg D700, Smegma 24-70 f2.8, ISO 200 yadda yadda yadda Enjoy. Cheers, Dave P.S.: I showed them both the PDML annual they were both very impressed. One even commented that it's interesting that more time is generally spent really looking at a printed image rather than the cursory viewing web images tend to get. P.P.S. Here's me: http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3361/3316596755_8b7f7102e5.jpg http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3613/3316596519_72c9fe91df.jpg :-D -- 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: Erin had a riding accident Friday
I am sorry to hear that, David. I'm sure that being a young woman she will make a quick and complete recovery. Best wishes, Carlos -- 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: Periodic OT anti-Micro$oft rant (was RE: OT - British PM)
John Mullan escribió: On the topic of OS/2, I still have it running on my desktop. So do I. I'm writing this using a computer running OS/2 4.5 Carlos -- 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: sigma 18-50 f2.8
Larry Colen escribió: Saw an ad on CL for a Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 EX DC SLD ELD Aspherical Macro Lens for Pentax and Samsung Digital SLR Cameras (581109) I don't remember seeing much mention of this lens in the normal zoom discusions. What's it like? It seems reasonably fast, at least faster than my 18-250. I have one of those lenses. It is quite a good zoom, well built and it focuses really close. Nowadays it is one of my 3 most used lenses, being the others the Pentax DA 50-135 2.8 and the Sigma EX 28 mm. 1.8 Get sure it is the latest macro version with a 72mm filter ring. The previous non macro version (67 mm. filter threads) is not as good as the latest one. The only drawbacks of the 18-50 EX macro are, besides not being a Pentax lens, distortion at 18 mm. (but all the lenses in the same category show more or less the same distortion), and the absence of SDM. As Adam wrote, the Tamron 17-50 2.8 is also a good alternative in this range. If I could afford one, I would buy a Pentax DA 16-50 2.8, but I'd also keep this Sigma. Carlos -- 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: sigma 18-50 f2.8
Carlos Royo escribió: The only drawbacks of the 18-50 EX macro are, besides not being a Pentax lens, distortion at 18 mm. (but all the lenses in the same category show more or less the same distortion), and the absence of SDM. I meant to say absence of QSF, not absence of SDM. The lens uses screwdriven AF, but I don't see that as a disadvantage. Damned acronyms. Carlos -- 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: anybody know about the Sigma 24mm f/2.8 1:4 Wide Angle Macro Lens
Larry Colen escribió: There's one on ebay for a BiN of $126. It looks intriguing, and I don't have any primes wider than 31. I have one of those (the AF Super Wide II version). It is a very good, sharp lens, mostly made of metal. It focuses really close (18 cm.), and AF is fast, though noisy. I had a FA* 24 mm 2.0 and this Sigma is almost as good as the FA was, being the main differences flare control (SMC coatings win hands down, this Sigma 24 mm. flares a lot) and speed, of course. I paid 100 euros for this lens 1 year ago, in like new, boxed condition. Carlos -- 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 - sad news
Very sad news indeed. My condolences to you and all your family and friends for such a loss. Carlos -- 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: the worst pics, so far
Luiz, I hope your niece gets well and recovers completely. Although I haven't lived in Brazil for many years, I see that (sadly) the health system is still in a sorry shape, especially in places far away from the big cities. As usual in Brazil, you are out of luck if you aren't obscenely rich or at least well off. Carlos -- 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: Prayers go out to Spain
Doug escribió: Here's hoping there are no more deaths related to this: http://www.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/europe/01/24/spain.roof.collapse/index.html Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. As you already know, Spain and Southern France have been by unprecedented cyclonic storms, and unfortunately some lives heve been lost, as in the incident reported in your link. The city were I live has been mildly hit, and fortunately only relatively small damage has occurred and nobody has been hurt. Yesterday, as I was walking my dog, I saw a tree fall over an (empty) car and wreck it completely. Carlos -- 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: Tamron vs Sigma (70-200 f/2.8)
Thibouille escribió: Thanks for that information, IMO very useful. So basicaly, no use on manual cameras and program/TV only on MZ cameras. The choice is then (purely one usage base, not optical/contruction POV) between the Tammy with screwdrive (works with all AF cameras) or the Sigma with HSM/SDM only (which means no AF on K100D or previous cameras). It is how you say, but remember that there are a number of Pentax film cameras which can set the aperture via a wheel on the body (Z-1,Z-20,*ist), or a rocking switch (MZ-6/7, MZ-30/50/60 and possibly others). Carlos -- 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: Tamron vs Sigma (70-200 f/2.8)
Thibouille escribió: It is HSM as a couple of newer revised Sigma lenses. But, it sports HSM only. No screwdrive AF. Don't forget that if you have any need for it. After all giving that much money for a lens (yeah I'm on budget) and that lens being FF, I'd be really happy to be able to AF it older bodies. I'm not even sure there still is an aperture ring allowing use with MZ and manual bodies. The Sigma doesn't have an aperture ring. Neither does the Tamron, I'm sorry to say. Carlos -- 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: Kerala (was) Re: bazaar
Subash escribió: hi Christine, thanks for looking and the comments. appreciate it. i did in fact put together a collection of photos for friends here in India. some of the captions may have local allusions which may not make much sense to you, but it shouldn't be a serious problem. ;-) it is rather big (25 photos), but would love to hear what you think. http://jeyan.jalbum.net/Kerala/ Thanks for showing them, Subash. I have good memories of Kerala, and I wish I could return there in the future to spend some more time. Carlos -- 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: Kerala (was) Re: bazaar
Subash escribió: thanks Carlos. just curious, when were you here in kerala? things, like everywhere else of course, have been changing quite fast... About 12 years ago, when I spent one month travelling in the South of India. Surely things will have changed, but your pictures look like the Kerala I saw. In fact, I shot very similar scenes in the old part of Kochi. Carlos -- 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: It's a girl
Boris Liberman escribió: Again! Today (Dec 26th) at 2am local time (Jerusalem Time Zone) my wife Julia gave birth to a baby girl. Somehow the baby looks very much like Galia when she was the same age only slightly smaller (3.2 kg). Everyone is healthy and everything is ok. Congratulations for you, your wife and Galia, who has won a little sister to play with. I wish you all the happiness you deserve. Carlos -- 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: Its almost 2009 - Who's still shooting 35mm film?
Adam Maas escribió: I've never tried it on a crop, but did on film during my fling with the EOS 3. Soft wide open, not a lot of contrast, gets better when stopped down but never gets great, and that's the general consensus on the lens from everyone I know who has used it other than you. The Sigma is variable but a good copy is a lot better performer than the Canon. I don't know about the Canon, but I bought a Sigma EX DG 28 mm. 1.8 about two weeks ago. My copy is a very good performer, it focuses fast and accurately, and from f/2.8 is slightly sharper than the FA 28 mm. 2.8 I also have (and the FA is a very good lens). At 1.8 (my cameras and EXIF info say 1.7) and 2.0 is somewhat soft, but perfectly usable, and it is already very good at 2.5 It has excellent bokeh, and it's a sturdy lens, although somewhat bulky and heavy. It balances very well on the K10D though. Carlos -- 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: rechargeable batteries - any wisdom?
Igor Roshchin escribió: Hello all! It looks like one of my two recent sets of AA batteries for my *ist DS has suddenly died, so I am looking for a replacement. I use Eneloops in my DS. They hold their charge for very long periods of time, and they also last a lot when used in the camera. As Dario said, Uniross Hybrios have similar characteristics. Carlos -- 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: Back to the list, from Brasil
Bem vindo, Luiz Felipe. É um prazer ter você de volta a lista. Eu ainda lembro as suas intervenções na PDML, e é muito bom ver de novo aos velhos camaradas dos tempos pre-digitais. Saudações de outro Luiz. (Luiz) Carlos -- 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: Happy birthday AnnSan!
Dario Bonazza escribió: And one from the south of it: Happy birthday Ann. Another one from Spain in a very cold day. Happy birthday, Ann Carlos -- 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 Annual, was - Blurb books
Brian Walters escribió: PDML BESO - A Book Every So Often Now that's good. That should be the title. Seriously. That sounds interesting in Spanish, as Beso means Kiss Carlos -- 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: Browser font questions
It looks good in my usual browser, no problems whatsoever (Firefox on OS/2 4.5). Carlos -- 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 - Passing Courtland Street Station
Both of them are good photos, Ann. I like the second one the most, though. Carlos ann sanfedele escribió: I threw this into a DGRIN challenge on smugmug - at least, I think I did... it was so f'ing confusing I'm not sure the shot got in... the theme was clarity or diffusion... guess which one I took :-) http://annsan.smugmug.com/gallery/6668550_NAGh5/1/426449740_cu6qM/Large Yesterday, while maniacs were storming Walmart and trampling clerks (some poor clerk was actually stomped to death by a mob of bargain seekers! ) I took a very empty subway train ride downtown to a friend's office near Wall street and then elsewehre to dinner... at 3:30 in the P.m.in New York, there was almost no one on the train... Before I took the shot, above, I took this one... yes, I was the only person in that car of the subway... amazing considering what day it was. http://annsan.smugmug.com/gallery/6668550_NAGh5/1/426933954_Pd5km/Large -- 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: Mumbi Terrorism
Subash escribió: i am at the other eastern side of the country, but i do have a lot of friends in mumbai. but, as i write, terrorists are holed up in three five star hotels in mumbai, usually frequented by foreign tourists, holding an unknown number as hostages. the army has been called up, as have the NSG (the elite indian anti-terror squad). could be islamist terrorists. could be hindu militants. they are not letting out any details as operations are currently underway but already about a 100 dead. hoping for the best in the hours ahead, if there can be such a thing in such circumstances I stayed in one of the attacked hotels (Taj Mahal) some years ago when visiting Mumbai. I hope the Indian police are able to free the hostages without any more casualties. Carlos -- 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: Name that bird
Margus escribió: Well, yes, it is definitely ugly. Actually it well be used to illustrate an article about photo equipment curiosities. But lets vote the most beautiful film SLR for your eyes! (just the design of camera/lens, not it's technical level). My vote will go to... errr, I have to think a bit more :) 1st - Olympus OM-1 Close second - Pentax MX Carlos -- 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: Wide zoom (and not zoom) lenses redux
Boris Liberman escribió: Brand new Tamron costs here order of $450, which considering that I already have it shipped, taxes paid and also covered with at least 1 year warranty, I reckon is a good price. Here it costs more or less the same, VAT included. If I remember well, you were interested in reading a review of the DA 17-70. I have found one: http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3676review=pentax+17-70mm Carlos -- 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: Dodge Challenger Race Package
Cotty escribió: On 15/11/08, Carlos Royo, discombobulated, unleashed: Was the SR on? The manuals in Pentax cameras advise against using SR in panning shots, as it can malfunction and cause strange effects. What? Pentax SR does not have *2 modes* like 'all-your-eggs-in-one- basket' Canon IS lenses do?!?!? I think it is the usual disclaimer, in case you find any problems. I haven't seen such problem in real photography with my K10D, but who knows... Carlos -- 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: Hey, I'm 39...
Congrats on your exhibition and your birthday. Your photos look as interesting as always. Carlos Gianfranco Irlanda escribió: Hi everybody! I'll try to put apart my lurking status for a while... It looks like I'm growing older every year (most of us do...) Among the good news, yesterday was the opening of my new exhibition, several years after the last one. A good crowd for an opening, but strangely I didn't take a single shot when the people were there (well, not that strangely, I was constantly shaking hands and hugging friends...) Luckily others took pictures, I hope to have them pretty soon. If you want to have a look at the exhibition shots (a few of them are well known here) not in the same shape as the prints on show, of course - good ol' silver based prints - I have them on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2009813l=e2183id=1283751350 ) So, that's all for now. Ciao, Gianfranco -- 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: Dodge Challenger Race Package
PN Stenquist escribió: I don't know for certain what caused the front halo. But I have an idea, and I'll tell you what I think after those who want to respond have had a chance. Paul On Nov 14, 2008, at 8:22 PM, Ken Waller wrote: Was the SR on? The manuals in Pentax cameras advise against using SR in panning shots, as it can malfunction and cause strange effects. Carlos -- 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: Wide zoom (and not zoom) lenses redux
Boris Liberman escribió: 5. Sigma 18-50/2.8 - well, I just don't quite like Sigma, and certain people call Sigma really nasty names There are two versions of that lens. I have the newest, Sigma DC EX 18-50 2.8 macro. This one has a 72 mm. filter ring, instead of 67 mm. in the oldest version, and focuses closer. This lens is a very good one, at least the copy I have. Very good sharpness, except at 18 2.8, where it has good centre sharpness and acceptable resolution at the corners of the frame. Barrel distortion at 18 mm. is noticeable when there are straight lines close to the periphery of the picture, but if it bothers you it can be straightened easily in postprocessing. It is solidly built, better than the Tamron. I think that the Tamron 17-50 may have a slight edge in image quality, but not much, however a lot of users have reported focusing problems. The old version of the Sigma lens is still in stock in several shops. I wouldn't buy it, it shows more CA, more vignetting and less sharpness than the new version. In Europe, the Tamron 17-50 2.8 is about 15% cheaper than the Sigma. I went for the Sigma because I could buy a LN in box lens for a low price (200 euros). I also thought of the Pentax 17-70 4.0 SDM, but although it seems a good lens, it is overpriced IMO. If it had been possible, I would have bought a Pentax DA 16-50 2.8, but this one was out of my price range. In fact, I still would choose that lens over the others in spite of that Photozone review. I don't dispute the findings of the review, but I am sure that a good sample of the DA 16-50 is a better lens than my Sigma EX, which is very good as I said previously. In fact, it is my second Sigma EX series lens, and both have been satisfying tools (the first was a 70-200 2.8 HSM in Nikon mount). As you see, nowadays quality controls seem to be a thing of the past. Nikon users also have reported problems with the Nikkor 17-55 2.8. I think you have made a good choice with the Tamron you have ordered. If its AF doesn't work as expected, you can always have it replaced. In fact, I am also thinking about buying a Tamron 17-50 2.8, although I would keep the Sigma, then my wife and me would have a fast walk around zoom for each. Carlos -- 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: Pentax MX questions
Derby Chang escribió: I've never replaced mirror box seals, but seals on the back are pretty easy to do. I got some foam from this fellow on eekbay http://myworld.ebay.com.au/interslice/ The little bamboo tool is good for cleaning out the old gunk, with a little alcohol help (naturally). The new foam just packs into the grooves, or has a self-adhesive backing for the door areas. Saved the lives of two Fuji 645s and a Mamiya TLR I bought a light seals kit from the seller Derby suggests (interslice). It comes with clear instructions, and you can download some camera-specific instructions from his web site. I am not a handyman at all, but I could replace the light seals and the foam in the mirror chamber of my two MX bodies with no problems whatsoever. A kit is enough to change the light seals in at least 4 or 5 bodies, in my experience. Carlos -- 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: Doors of Tunisia (one of many)
Margus Männik escribió: Hi again, I just had a vacation (actually a week of busy photographing) in Tunisia: http://home.uninet.ee/~margus02/peso/K20D4949c25.jpg Beautiful picture Margus. Taken in Sidi Bou Said, perhaps? Carlos -- 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: Extreme printer head cleaning tips?
John Celio escribió: No, I'm not looking for advice on how to clean my printer while skydiving. I'm wondering what some of you folks do when you've cleaned and cleaned and cleaned your printer's heads but still keep coming up with clogged nozzles. I have been lucky using SSC Service Utility to clean stubbornly dirty heads in Epson printers. It is free software, so you could give it a try before taking more extreme measures. Link: http://www.ssclg.com/epsone.shtml Good luck, Carlos -- 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: tripod advice (again)
Subash escribió: then it shouldn't be a problem on motored bike ;-). that, with a 486RC2, was another option i was thinking of. but there seems to be so many 190s around (XDB3, CXPro4 and so on) it had/has me a little confused. but thanks Bob, i'll do a little more homework.. Hi Subash: I use a 190 with a 486RC2 ballhead. It is a great combo, but it isn't exactly lightweight, at least in my view. It is very solid and doesn't weight a lot, but there are probably better options for a travel tripod, as you aren't going to use heavy lenses. Carlos -- 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: Would you like to see some kittens?
Bob W escribió: While looking through the 1,000+ photos I took in Fez last week I noticed quite a few that probably would not appeal to Mike Johnston, and are not normally my cup of tea either, come to that. Fez has quite a large population of feral cats, living off scraps and presumably also keeping down the population of rats and mice. Here are a few of them: http://www.web-options.com/Fezcats/ A good set of pictures, thanks for sharing them, Bob. Carlos -- 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: Festival for children
Bob W escribió: A couple of days before the end of Ramadan there is a special festival for children. The girls in particular are dressed up in new clothes, given new henna tattoos, paraded around in miniature bridal chairs, and made a big fuss of. It's very appealing, and the people of Fez are crazy about children: http://www.web-options.com/Fezfest/ I like them a lot, Bob. They're all very interesting. Carlos -- 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 got an 18-55 kit lens (or similar) to sell?
Mark Roberts escribió: I'm turning over my ist-D to my parents and need a basic lens to put on it. I'd rather deal with PDML folks than eekBay... I have got two 18-55 lenses, and only need one. I can sell you a boxed, like new 18-55. On the other hand, I don't know how much it would be a reasonable price, and shipping from Spain to the US might be expensive. Carlos -- 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: Sára (it's Sarah in hunga rian)
[EMAIL PROTECTED] escribió: She's the dog of one of my co-worker and she's almost part of the office now :) http://www.flickr.com/photos/timbah/2848214472/ She seems to be a good girl. Thanks for showing. Carlos -- 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: Pentax sensor cleaning kit
MikeM escribio': After changing my 70-300 lens a number of times to test it on my K10 and K100 the K100 got a speck of dust on the sensor. I tried a couple of puffs from a bulb blower that has always worked before but this time not only didn't the speck move, the number of specks increased every time I tried. And none changed position. They all seem to be circular this time. I am wondering if there were minute droplets in the air. Soup was cooking in the kitchen not too far from where I changes the lenses. Among the methods I found when I tried a search is a Pentax cleaning kit. Any comments on this kit? The Pentax cleaning kit works well and it's easy to use. Make sure to follow the directions carefully. Once said that, I've only had to use it once in mor than 3 years. Usually, a puff or two with a Giotto rocket blower is enough to clear the dust on the sensor of the *ist DS. And i haven't had to clean the sensor of the K10D so far. Carlos -- 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: russian 20mm lenses for pentax mount
P R Figueiredo escribió: I was looking for an affordable manual focus wide angle (24mm or less) for pentax mount, and I found a couple of russian made lenses: mir 47k (2.5/20mm) and mir 20m (3.5/20mm). They're both available under 200 USD, new. Obviously I'm not expecting exceptional quality, but I own some russian glass that's not all that bad actually. Any first hand experience with these lenses? I had the MIR MC 47K 20 mm. 2.5 some years ago. It is a metal made lens, in fact it is very heavy and bulky. It doesn't have a front thread for filters, though. You have to screw the filters at the back of the lens, the lens includes four of them. It is sharp, except wide open were it is good at the centre but soft at the corners. It is multicoated, and it is quite resistant to flare, although it isn't in the same league as SMC Pentax lenses. These lens has a hot colour rendition as it is usual in Russian lenses, at least the ones I have used. In the early examples of this lens, when you screw a filter it can interfere with the movement of the mirror in some film camera bodies, I have read that it doesn't happen in the recent batches of this lens. It doesn't interfere with the mirror in the DSLR bodies because being APS-C digital format bodies, their mirrors are smaller. I paid 100 USD for that lens when I bought it new in 2002. Carlos -- 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: K20D shutter button question
Hi Jaume: I have just checked my K10D and it has two distinct steps: focusing and shutter activation. On the other hand, my MZ-S behaves exactly as the K20D you have described. Carlos -- 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: She
Excellent work, Bong. And the pretty model doesn't hurt, too ;-) Carlos Bong Manayon escribió: That's her name...She (short e) http://www.bong.uni.cc/geso/2008-02.htm Bong -- 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: we are the champions (not Spain)!
That's a very good photo. I bet it would look even better after being converted to BW. Carlos Henk Terhell escribió: Picture which I took last week of my granddaughter with her team, with the K10D and FA 50/1.4. http://www.flickr.com/photos/mxer/2619389362/ Henk -- 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 - Portraits of Pride
A very good gallery of portraits, Frank. Thanks for showing them. Carlos frank theriault escribió: This past weekend was Pride Weekend here in Toronto. It used to be called Gay Pride, but now it's just Pride. So many more than just gay men and women participate, it just makes sense to call it Pride. It all culminates with a huge parade, which I usually avoid. The best pix are to be had on Church Street, a block from the parade, where most of the booths and activities take place. It's a giant block-party! This is my first year there with a digital camera, and I had a blast. I've got hundreds of shots to go through, but last night all I did was street portraits of happy people. Hope you enjoy: http://tinyurl.com/49zfex http://bp3.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjT7ntHlcI/Cak/tnT-BjGQWSc/s1600-h/jun_30_08+014.jpg http://tinyurl.com/3fc7sr http://bp0.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjQjnpUfkI/CaM/endoLhRfbw0/s1600-h/jun_30_08+011.jpg http://tinyurl.com/46bmwh http://bp0.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjQrOKSHgI/Cac/NnNR3zgKk0E/s1600-h/jun_30_08+013.jpg http://tinyurl.com/3uz9am http://bp2.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjUBit6qKI/Cas/_6qmOvcdjTg/s1600-h/jun_30_08+017.jpg http://tinyurl.com/45khjr http://bp0.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjQnGoWWqI/CaU/SdZnsAj_moo/s1600-h/jun_30_08+012.jpg http://tinyurl.com/4t77ev http://bp3.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjPTWtUqcI/CZc/KqPZTnDYuSc/s1600-h/jun_30_08+005.jpg http://tinyurl.com/4qwc5d http://bp2.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjPO93BzcI/CZM/7iPv1DzgJJk/s1600-h/jun_30_08+003.jpg http://tinyurl.com/5xwwxn http://bp0.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjPmDge-4I/CZ8/LORb2xS5JUQ/s1600-h/jun_30_08+007.jpg http://tinyurl.com/3zk4uh http://bp0.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjPptWIMGI/CaE/XaVKaUskeYc/s1600-h/jun_30_08+008.jpg http://tinyurl.com/5xux7z http://bp0.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjPTEoGMmI/CZU/tUuAJNu7C94/s1600-h/jun_30_08+004.jpg http://tinyurl.com/3ovskz http://bp0.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/SGjPh9R723I/CZ0/25plaZfKY-Y/s1600-h/jun_30_08+006.jpg Comments always welcome and thanks in advance! cheers, frank -- 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
Thanks for your kind words, Henk. Carlos Henk Terhell escribió: Congrats to our Spanish friends with the most impressive play of the Spanish team. I have enjoyed even more their semi-final against Russia. Henk -- 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: K20D PC/hotshoe triggering above X-Sync speeds?
Bob W escribió: Pentax have never really got to grips with flash. I remember always being confused and disappointed in the way the LX handled it. I'm much more impressed with the Olympus flash system, and I know Nikon are very good at flash. With my Olympus you can use flash at any shutter speed because of their 'Super FP' mode - which has been available since the days of the OM system. Although I've never used flash much, when I do use it I want it to be able to do what I want, and Pentax have always been pretty poor in that area. Pentax introduced HSS (flash syncro at any speed) in 2001 when the MZ-S appeared. The AF360FGZ and AF540FGZ are HSS-capable units. Carlos -- 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: GIMP question
There's Krita. It's got colour management, 16 bit support, a friendly user interface. But it's somewhat slow, at least in my system. It's worth a try if you use one of the Linux variants. Carlos Sandy Harris escribió: Assuming one wants to use only open source software and has reasonable resources -- some variant of Unix, a few cores at a few gigahertz each, several gigs of RAM and a decent video system -- what are the alternatives to GIMP? -- 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: Pentax DA 18-55
I will send you a detailed user report to your e-mail, Jaume. Carlos Jaume Lahuerta escribió: Great! So, how does it compare to the Ds regarding AF? (specially low light) Do you see any improvement? I am considering the K20D that should be equal or slightly better than the K10D in this department... Thanks, Jaume -- 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: Pentax DA 18-55
Up for sale is a SMC Pentax-DA 18-55 mm. 3.5-5.6, like new in box, with both caps and lens hood. I have two of those lenses and I only need one. Price: 50 euros, plus shipping expenses. If someone is interested, please send a message to my e-mail box, not the list. Thank you for your attention. Carlos -- 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: Pentax DA 18-55
Jaume Lahuerta escribió: 2 kit lenses? Mmmm...do you 'succumbed' to the K10D/20D temptation finally? ;-) You are right, Jaume. I bought a lightly used K10D Grand Prix three months ago. It came with a kit lens, and I already had a 18-55 which I had bought for the *ist DS. Carlos -- 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: Six NYC pics on R-D1
Henk Terhell escribió: I like Tom in particular. Henk I second Henk's comment. It's a very nice photo. Carlos -- 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: AF-Telezoom for K20D?
Ralf R. Radermacher escribió: Hello all, I'm looking for an AF version of my SMC-M 4.5/80-200 mm. Yes, I know there's no direct AF equivalent of this lens. I'd want something with the same image quality (I'm actually very fond of this lens). A few mm more at the far end wouldn't hurt either. What about the ubiquitous F and FA xx-200 or xx-300 mm lenses? Any other suggestions? 3rd party lenses? I have had several Pentax telezooms. The F 70-210 mm. 4-5.6 that some other people recommended is a sharp lens and an excellent choice. I also had the FA 80-320 mm. 4.5-5.6. It isn't as good as the F 70-210, but it is a really good performer too. Now I have the FA* 80-200 mm. 2.8 and the F 80-200 mm. 4.7-5.6. If you don't want to spend a lot of money, the F or FA 80-200 4.7-5.6 is surprisingly good for a modest consumer zoom lens. It is very light and small, doesn't change its length when zooming (it is an internal zoom lens) and its minimum focus distance is 1.1 metres, and is optically quite good, not as good the F 70-210 but on par with the FA 80-320. I recommend the F version because it has a metal lens mount, not plastic as the FA. Carlos -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Camera Bag for Travel Kit
Charles Wilson escribió: Dear All, I'm deciding to use the following as a travel kit DA 14, DA 21, FA 43 and FA77 plus ist D I now need a travel bag to carry it, preferably one over the shoulder any suggestions. When I carry a light kit, I use a Tamrac Adventure Messenger 4. That is a well made slim profile bag, very comfortable to carry around. The Messenger 5 is a bit bigger, with a back pocket to carry a laptop. Carlos -- 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: Peculiar idea and/or question
Boris Liberman escribió: Which prompts my question - is there such a thing as a camera that is specifically designed to be used by left-handed people? Some years ago, there were a pair of cameras that could match your description. The Yashica Samurai had versions for right or left handed users. And there was a Ricoh SLR (I don't recall the exact model) which had a button on the left side of the camera that could be configured to act as a shutter release. Carlos -- 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: System Requirements for Pentax PhotoLab 3.5
Michel Carrère-Gée escribió: ... ... Pentax doesn't offer it as an upgrade to users of lesser cameras yet). ... Here ! http://www.pentax.be/fr/photo/software_updates/ Thanks for the link, Michel. I have downloaded it, decompressed and burned onto a CD. It works faster than version 3.12, even in my lowly Pentium III-S at 1.4 GHz, and besides PPL has some interesting new features. Carlos -- 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 - 55 - GDG
Godfrey DiGiorgi escribió: This photo was made at an evening shoot last week. I can't quite decide whether I prefer the full frame or the square-cropped version ... http://homepage.mac.com/godders/55-moonrise-01.jpg http://homepage.mac.com/godders/55-moonrise-02.jpg Moonrise Over The Quad - Palo Alto 2008 Olympus E-1 + Summilux-D 25mm f/1.4 ASPH ISO 400 @ f/1.4 @ 1/200 sec Both are excellent, but I like more the full frame version. Carlos -- 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 - Whiteout conditions
DagT escribió: Easter traditions in Norway http://foto.no/cgi-bin/bildekritikk/vis_bilde.cgi?id=370402 K10D, DA16-50 f:16, 1/180s Comments are welcome. DagT I like it, a very subtle photo. Carlos -- 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: Frustrated With AF Problems
I understand your frustration, Joseph. But I think that even parfocal zoom lenses (as opposed to varifocal ones) don't focus the same at all focal lengths. Expecting them to be perfect, even the high end ones, is putting to much faith on technology. On the other hand, no AF system is perfect. AF can be convenient, and even faster than manual focus most of the time, but expecting it to be right on the money all the time is like thinking that auto exposure always leads to perfect results. So, if I were you, I wouldn't put much faith on the results of the lens-body calibration when they return from Pentax. Surely they will be able to achieve a better compromise than a user can do at home using focusing charts, but that's all. I think you should try Bill's suggestion, it seems to make sense and see if results are more consistent. Carlos -- 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: Mulder
My deepest condolences. It is a tough decision, but you did the right thing. Carlos Cory Waters escribió: It's a sad day in our house. After more than a year of dealing with cancer, we had our dog Mulder put to sleep today. His leg had gotten too bad and we couldn't stand to see him get any worse. Brenda and I went together and stayed with him until the end. He was his same old goofy attention hound self the whole time. Wagging his tail and begging for attention was what attracted us to him in the first place and that's how we'll remember him. http://cwaters.smugmug.com/gallery/2793835_9yqag#268617784_T7Q9k-A-LB We couldn't have asked for a better dog. Cory -- 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: PESOs: a view from the top
Luka Knezevic-Strika escribió: so, here are a few: the dirty window: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6940541 Pentax MX, M50 1.7, Ilford pan 50 (apperture unknown) the view down: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=6921112 Pentax MX, M50 1.7, Ilford pan 50 (apperture unknown) the view towards belgrade's residential industrial semisuburbia: http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=7074179 Pentax MX, M50 1.7, Ilford pan 50 (apperture unknown) I like a lot the first and third photographs, Luka. They are very good documentary-style photos. Carlos -- 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: Tim doing things things he can't. Part 178
Tim, I'm glad you are back safe and sound. I bet your family are really relieved now that you are back home. That's what I call a real adventure, thankfully with a happy end. I'm sorry that you have lost your camera and computer, but those are replaceable. Carlos -- 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: In Memory of My Mom
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family, Paul Carlos -- 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.
Question about K10D and file numbering
I have just received my K10D GP Edition, and I'm trying to learn how to use it. In spite of the many configuration possibilities, it seems a user friendly camera (except the WB adjustment options, I have postponed looking at them in deep because I was getting a headache). I have a question to the veteran users of the K10D in the list: in the DS there is a simple menu option which allows you to reset the file number count. I don't see a way to do the same in the K10D. I want to reset the file number because mine is a used camera, and it'll be easier for me to organize my files if I am able to reset it. Is there a way to do that? I can't find it in the user manual. Carlos -- 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: Question about K10D and file numbering
Carlos Royo escribió: I have just received my K10D GP Edition, and I'm trying to learn how to use it. In spite of the many configuration possibilities, it seems a user friendly camera (except the WB adjustment options, I have postponed looking at them in deep because I was getting a headache). I have a question to the veteran users of the K10D in the list: in the DS there is a simple menu option which allows you to reset the file number count. I don't see a way to do the same in the K10D. I want to reset the file number because mine is a used camera, and it'll be easier for me to organize my files if I am able to reset it. Is there a way to do that? I can't find it in the user manual. I think that I can answer the question by myself. I have seen that there is an option called Memory in the Record menu, and there you can reset the file numbering by unmarking an option called file number or something like that, and inserting a formatted card. It is a bit convoluted in my view, but it works. Carlos -- 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: Question about K10D and file numbering
Godfrey DiGiorgi escribió: Here's what you do: - Press Menu, go to the last item in the Record menu named Memory - Go to the last item in the Memory options File No. - Press left or right arrow to uncheck this option. - Press Menu again to exit the menu functions. - Insert a storage card to format. - Press Menu, go to the Settings menu, second item Format. - Format the memory card. - Make an exposure. The exposure will be numbered 0001. - Re-set the Memory option to remember file numbers. Thanks Godfrey, I have just sent a message saying I had found the solution, and it is exactly what you wrote. It is very nice to have the PDML on hand to find a quick answer to my questions. Carlos -- 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: Neck strap
Steve Desjardins escribió: I'd like to get someone a nice, comfortable neck strap as a gift. (I use a wrist strap) Recommendations? I would recommend a neoprene strap. I have several of them, the last I have bought is a LowePro Transporter. It is light and comfortable, and has a removable pouch for two memory cards. Carlos -- 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: Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
Thanks to everyone who gave me information and advice, you have helped me to make a decision. As the K20D is still a bit expensive for me, I have ordered a lightly used K10D Grand Prix Edition and I am looking forward to its arrival. It comes with a DA 18-55 mm. which I don't need, as I already have one. Is anyone interested in buying such lens (LN, boxed) for 50 euros plus shipping expenses? Carlos -- 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: Getting Lots of Duplicate Posts I Feel Better!
Christine Aguila escribió: I just got over a very, very bad case of the flu in looking at back email, I find I've got a lot of duplicate pdml posts. Anyone having the same problems? Other problems? Will it all get better? Do we have PDML flu here too? Cheers, Christine More than duplicates, I am getting out of order messages, and seeing replies to messages that never come to my e-mail box. It is a slightly annoying thing. Carlos -- 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: Baby Love
Rebekah escribió: There's nothing better than an open-mouthed kiss from a drooling baby... http://picasaweb.google.com/rg2pdml/PESO/photo?authkey=W1C-i05p28o#5175511395924019618 Shot with an *ist D, M 1:1.4 50mm That's a good picture and the black and white conversion is excellent. A keeper. Carlos -- 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: Why i don't shoot weddings.
Rebekah escribió: ouch. I'd love to shoot a wedding, but not as the official photographer, more for my own enjoyment. That sure seems like a weighty responsibility! I was once the official photographer at a wedding. Everything turned out well and everyone liked the photos, but I wouldn't do that again, too much stress. Carlos -- 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: Silly cameras
Tim Bray escribió: This is a photograph of two cameras that I saw for sale at Frankfurt airport. I apologize, because this was neither taken, nor depicts, anything from Pentax. But I think it's good for a giggle anyhow. http://www.tbray.org/tmp/silly-cameras.jpg -Tim I know the owner of a local camera shop (and also an avid collector), who has got both of those gold plated cameras shown in your photo, plus a gold plated Leica M6. Carlos -- 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: Sroke
I've suffeed a stroke. It's considered mild, affecting only my vision to the right. This makes even reading difficult. How much I recover remains to be seen. Regards, Bob... I haven't seen the original post of this thread. I hope you recover quickly and completely, Bob. My best wishes. Carlos -- 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: K20D back focus
Anthony Farr escribió: The early Pentax DSLRs had IR cutoff filters in front of their imaging sensors that nevertheless transmitted enough near IR light to make a useful IR exposure with an R-72 or similar filter. Can you assert that the IR cutoff filter over the AF sensor is more absolute in its prohibition of IR light than the filter above the imager? If not, my suspicion about IR contamination of the AF system is not answered. Only camera manufacturers can answer those questions, unless there is a place where you can find the specifications of the IR filter used in the AF modules. I haven't found any real problems with the autofocus lenses I have or had in my Pentax AF bodies, though. Carlos -- 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 - 13 - GDG
Godfrey DiGiorgi escribió: http://homepage.mac.com/godders/13-tensions.jpg Tensions - Ground Signs 2008 Olympus E-1 + ZD 11-22mm f/2.8-3.5 ISO 400 @ f/7.1 @ 1/60 sec, fl=19mm Comments and critique always appreciated. enjoy Godfrey Good one. I like it a lot, your black and white conversions rock, Godfrey. Carlos -- 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: Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
Boris Liberman escribió: Carlos, I agree with Godfrey to that end that the precision of exposure matters more and more as ISO grows. Generally I shoot between ISO 100 and ISO 320. I used to avoid ISO 640 and up but most recent shooting during that rock show proved me wrong. I have received some quite good shots IQ-wise. It also depends on the mastery of post-processing, which of course is a limitless sky. Thanks Boris and Godfrey for your comments on high ISO and the K10D. I sometimes use ISO 800 (and sparsely 1600) with the DS when I'm shooting indoors in order to get enough shutter speed to avoid camera shake. Results at 800 are really good, the DS shines at that ISO speed, and they are good at 1600 if correctly exposed like you say. The K10D has the advantage to allow the user to select the ISO speed in finer steps, and that sounds attractive to me. I am more and more inclined to get a K10D because know it can be bought new at very good prices, in fact it is the biggest bargain in the market now, in my view. It won't be as hot as the K20D, but I think it may serve me well in the years to come. Carlos -- 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: K20D back focus
Anthony Farr escribió: The difference between IR focus and visible wavelength focus is not constant from lens to lens. Different designs of the same focal length can have different IR focus corrections, and the correction is not necessarily proportional when comparing lenses of different focal lengths. UV transmission in any significant degree requires exotic glass so isn't normally a consideration. I know nothing about the spectral characteristics of Pentax's AF sensors; perhaps you have guessed that IR contamination is the cause of the problem. It sounds feasible. AFAIK, the AF sensors in Pentax SLRs (and other brands too) have a built-in IR filter. It is clearly shown in the AF sensor schematics in Bojidar Dimitrov's K mount page: http://www.bdimitrov.de/kmp/technology/AF/index.html (that is the SAFOX IV sensor). Carlos -- 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 - Yellow Creek
Adam Maas escribió: One of Toronto's hidden gems, this is one of the small ravines which thread their way around the downtown core of Toronto. In this case, it's the Vale of Avoca Reach of Yellow Creek, located in David A. Balfour Park south of Mt Pleasant Cemetary. There used to be a Sawmill to the left of this site. http://www.flickr.com/photos/mawz/2287080317/ Larger/Direct link: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2175/2287080317_d1a4029b9f_b.jpg K10D, Sigma 17-70, 3 shot HDR tonemap That's a beautiful photo, Adam, but I don't like the unnatural tint of the trees due to the HDR treatment. I think that it would look better with a different postprocessing. Carlos -- 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.
Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
I am debating if I should buy a K10D (I have an *ist DS) or not. I like the two dials of the K10D (I miss that feature since I sold my Z-1), SR, SDM compatibility, weather sealing and the flexibility given by the configuration options of the K10D. On the other hand, my DS gives me a clean 1600 ISO and 3200 if needed and uses AA batteries. Some of you will remember, perhaps, that I also use two MZ-S bodies. The MZ-S AF performance (SAFOX IV) is much, much better, both in speed and low light focusing, than the *ist DS AF. Obviously, I would like to know how the K10D compares to the MZ-S with regard to AF performance. Hopefully, some of you may have used both cameras (K10D and MZ-S) and can give me first hand information to help me solve this quandary. I was going to post this same question in the DePressingReviews forum, but I have come to my senses and stopped at the last moment. Carlos -- 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: Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
Boris Liberman escribió: Carlos, the best way to proceed for you, I think, is to arrange for simultaneous demonstration. Thanks for your answer, Boris. I have tried a K10D in a shop, with the kit lens, but I'm afraid that using it with the kit lens for a pair of minutes isn't a meaningful test, at least in my view. At least it gives you a feeling on how the body fits in your hands, though. If I were Ken Rockwell, it would be the most extensive in-deep test he's ever done and I would be able to write one of his very informative reviews, but I haven't got his skills and profound knowledge ;-) That's why I am hopeful that someone in the PDML who has used or still uses both cameras can enlighten me. There are cases when I find K10D AF lacking in speed and mechanical hmmm prowess, so to say. Can you elaborate a bit more on this, if it is possible? Thanks. Carlos -- 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: Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
Carlos Royo escribió: Some of you will remember, perhaps, that I also use two MZ-S bodies. The MZ-S AF performance (SAFOX IV) is much, much better, both in speed and low light focusing, than the *ist DS AF. Obviously, I would like to know how the K10D compares to the MZ-S with regard to AF performance. There's a typo in what I wrote (damned Roman numbers). The AF system in the MZ-S is SAFOX VII, not IV. Carlos -- 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: Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
Steve Desjardins escribió: I have a MZ-S, a *ist D, DS, K10D and a very understanding wife Thanks for all the info, Steve. It is quite interesting and will helpe me make my mind. And I also have a very understanding wife, in fact she has been insistently telling me to buy the camera, but I always take my time to see all the fors and againsts before taking a decision. Carlos -- 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: Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
Thanks Boris, Steve, Jack, Thibouille, Paul and everyone who is contributing to this thread. Your answers are very useful, the PDML is a great place to stay in, full of nice people. I should have posted this question before instead of debating myself for days. The second part of the question would be: What do you think about the high ISO performance of the K10D? Is it much worse than the D or DS? Carlos -- 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: Questions about Porst MC f1.2/55mm K Bayonet lens.
Hi Timber, It is a Cosina made lens. There are quite a lot of people who like it. Pity it isn't an A lens. Carlos -- 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 - Yellow Creek
Adam Maas escribió: THe tint is more my being a little heavy handed with the saturation than the HDR's fault. I'll try it with the saturation turned down a bit and see what I think. That's what I thought. Anyway, I liked the photo, makes you wish to be there to see the place personally, in spite of the cold (br...) Carlos -- 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: Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
Godfrey DiGiorgi escribió: On Feb 24, 2008, at 9:53 AM, Carlos Royo wrote: Thanks Boris, Steve, Jack, Thibouille, Paul and everyone who is contributing to this thread. Your answers are very useful, the PDML is a great place to stay in, full of nice people. I should have posted this question before instead of debating myself for days. The second part of the question would be: What do you think about the high ISO performance of the K10D? Is it much worse than the D or DS? I've always found the K10D to be about on par with the DS. It has better dynamic range at ISO 1600 but a slightly noisier appearance if you don't get the exposure right on the money. Others have complained bitterly about noise, pattern artifacts, etc etc, but I've not seen them in my work. I find the K10D to be cleaner than the DS at ISO 800, which most of the time is as high as I use. The DS' ISO 3200 setting I only used a couple of times ... it simply wasn't very usable at all for my work. Thanks Godfrey. As you say, ISO 3200 in the DS is only useful for emergencies. I was more interested in ISO 1600 performance, and your information is what I needed. Carlos -- 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: Need info on K10D AF vs. MZ-S
Jim King escribió: Carlos Royo wrote on Sun, 24 Feb 2008 09:56:05 -0800 Thanks Boris, Steve, Jack, Thibouille, Paul and everyone who is contributing to this thread. Your answers are very useful, the PDML is a great place to stay in, full of nice people. I should have posted this question before instead of debating myself for days. The second part of the question would be: What do you think about the high ISO performance of the K10D? Is it much worse than the D or DS? Carlos, I have posted some test images comparing the noise performance of my *ist-D, K10D and K20D at all ISOs here: http://homepage.mac.com/WebObjects/FileSharing.woa/wa/default?user=jamesk8752templatefn=FileSharing1.htmlxmlfn=TKDocument.1.xmlsitefn=RootSite.xml Hopefully these will allow you to draw your own conclusion. Thanks Jim, I'm downloading your photos and so far the K10D at ISO 800 and 1600 doesn't look much noisier than the D. The K20D looks even better, but right now is out of my price range. Who knows in the future... Carlos -- 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 80-200 mm 2.8
As I really want to sell the lens, I have reduced the asking price again, although I realize it may not be a good moment with all the frenzy about the new K20D just now: FA 80-200 mm. 2.8 LN- (almost like new), with its original Pentax S120-230 pouch and pouch strap, front and back caps and original lenshood. I will also include a like new B+W 77 mm. UV filter. It's only got a small blemish: between the first and second element, it has a very small hazy spot only visible at a certain angle, which doesn't affect the quality of the pictures in any way. I took it to my usual repair shop, and they said it wasn't fungus and it wasn't worth opening the lens to clean such a small spot. They also said that special tooling was needed to open the lens in case I wanted to have it cleaned and it should be sent to an official Pentax service centre. I can send photos of the lens to prospective buyers. Price: now 1200 euros,INCLUDING shipping expenses. I am the original owner of this lens. If you are interested in it, please send a message to my email box, not the list. Thank you for your attention. Carlos -- 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 2008 - things, mission district SF - GDG
Godfrey DiGiorgi escribió: Four color photos from the SF outing this past Sunday ... http://www.flickr.com/photos/gdgphoto/sets/72157603958074232/ Comments and critique always appreciated. :-) Good work as usual, Godfrey. The one I like the most is the snake on the yellow machine shot. Carlos -- 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: Shots from a new K20D
Cotty escribió: Isn't it strange. I'm not tempted in the slightest. Oh well. I understand your feelings, Cotty. I feel the same when I look at Canon's offerings. Carlos -- 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: Shots from a new K20D
Cotty escribió: On 22/02/08, Carlos Royo, discombobulated, unleashed: I understand your feelings, Cotty. I feel the same when I look at Canon's offerings. Oh don't get me wrong - I'm not tempted by those either. The only two things I could possibly be tempted by are another R-D1, or a 36X24 sensor. I wouldn;t have a 5D. I can't afford a 1DsmIII, but maybe a 1DsMll used.. Talking about that, I saw in a Spanish web site I usually explore a used Canon 1 DS (full frame, 11 Mp) a few days ago for what it seemed a good price (1500 euro). I don't know if it is really a bargain because I don't know how much they usually cost in the second hand market. Carlos -- 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 - 09 - GDG
Godfrey DiGiorgi escribió: http://homepage.mac.com/godders/09-across_water.jpg Across Water [unnumbered] - Alviso 2008 Panasonic L1 + Olympus ZD 50-200/2.8-3.5 ISO 100 @ f/16 @ 1/160 sec, fl=79mm Comments and critique always appreciated. enjoy Godfrey I have only one word to say: Excellent. Carlos -- 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 or waste?
Igor Roshchin escribió: Hello! I cannot decide if this photo is worth posting here... I have mixed feelings. First, I was ready to through this away, but something keeps taking me back to look at this photo. It was a quick single opportunity shot, and the highlights were overblown because I forgot to set flash compensation, and *istDS + AF-500 FTZ tends to do this at a close range. On another hand, - sometimes I think that these highlights create a bit posterized (as in poster-like) look. http://www.komkon.org/~igor/PHOTOS/retro/IMGP0848-2.jpg As you say, the flash has burnt the foreground, but in my view that doesn't matter. The timing is excellent and the couple in the background add a classic photograph air that I like a lot. To sum it up, I like it a lot, Igor. Carlos -- 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: MZ-S plus BG-10 grip, MZ-5 plus battery pack
I know I am late (or early, it depends) as it is not Friday, but I hope you will forgive me. I have 5 Pentax film SLRs and unfortunately I don't use them a lot lately, so I want to sell a pair of them. Firstly, an MZ-S body with very little signs of use, plus the nice BG-10 grip which adds the capability to use AA batteries, plus a second shutter button, infrared remote receiver, etc. The MZ-S is an excellent camera, in many ways the best AF SLR Pentax has made. 450 euros plus shipping expenses. Secondly, an MZ-5 body in excellent condition, also with little signs of use, boxed with its original accessories an instruction manual (Spanish), plus a boxed Fg battery pack, which allows the use of AA batteries, and an F wired remote release. 100 euros plus shipping expenses. If someone is interested, please send a message to my e-mail box, not the list. Thank you for your attention. Carlos -- 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: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
Roman Melihhov escribió: http://www.photozone.de/Reviews/Pentax%20Lens%20Tests/370-pentax-smc-da-200mm-f28-ed-if-sdm ^^^ CA is awful. For the lense I'd use for nature photography seeing purple fringe around tree branches is a big NO. AFAIK, that's not CA, it is purple fringing. Perhaps it has more to do with the sensor than with the lens. Carlos -- 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: ...fastest acceptance into PPG ever (for me anyway)
Bong Manayon escribió: Thank you everyone! It was a fun and friendly shoot (the model is a friend) unlike my previous post (the John Bailey...) which was a TFCD thing. You've got a very beautiful friend, by the way. Carlos -- 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: ...fastest acceptance into PPG ever (for me anyway)
Bong Manayon escribió: The last time I had anything accepted in the Pentax Photo Gallery was October last year; I submitted something like 6 sceneries and 3 got accepted. Since then I've submitted a couple of sunsets and sunrise but they were declined. Last Saturday (Feb 9), I took these and submitted it later the day, it was approved by the following Wednesday. http://www.bong.uni.cc/peso/2008-09a.htm Both of them are very good portraits, thanks for showing them. Carlos -- 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: Oh, the temptation...
AlunFoto escribió: The lure of the K20D. And the DA*200/2.8. Saw them both today, at Pentax Norway. Oh well... I understand you, Jostein. Right now, the temptation for me is a K10D at the present low prices. I keep telling myself that the *ist DS I have now is enough for my modest photographic needs, and that I should save for lenses, not camera bodies, but the K10D is very tempting for its additional features. Carlos -- 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: BH Shipped me a K10D with Firmware Version 1.00
Dario Bonazza escribió: Mark, AFAIK, all K10D's and all other Pentax cameras are manufactured with their respective 1.00 firmware through their whole production and none of them has got a newer release. All firmware releases higher than 1.00 must be loaded by the user. So you have no clue for telling it's an early camera. If he opens a file shot with the camera with Photo ME (can be downloaded from www.photome.de), the program will show in the exif information the manufaturing date of the camera, at least it does with the photos shot with my DS. Carlos -- 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: Semi OT: David Rieff and Susan Sontag
Derby Chang escribió: Coincidentally this is in the news now. But the comparison between the insightful words of Sontag's son, versus the photography of Leibovitz is startling. http://www.salon.com/books/feature/2008/02/13/david_rieff/index.html carnival images of celebrity death. Wow Thanks for posting this, Derby. It was an interesting reading. Carlos -- 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.
