Re: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens
Hi, I have a F50/1.7 and it has developed little marks in the coating and i have no idea what that are from. they dont affect image quality at all. Would be curious to know what caused them. Cya From: Chris Brogden <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2001 23:52:49 -0500 (CDT) On Tue, 17 Apr 2001, William Robb wrote: I read this and thought to myself. Lets see if what Clive did was a party trick or real. [snip] She really ground that sucker out. The glass cleaned up as good as new, not a mark on it. I might start cleaning my lenses. I've heard the stories about the cigarette-butting incident from my Pentax rep, too. According to him, the Canon and Nikon reps weren't too eager to try it on their lenses. :) I clean my less-valuable lenses all the time by breathing on them and wiping them with whatever shirt I happen to be wearing at the time, provided it's clean. If I remember correctly, the SMC is supposed to be tougher than the glass, and there's no way I can scratch most glass with my shirt. There's never been a problem so far, though I hesitate to do this with my more expensive lenses. chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
My shopping list...
Ok, everyone, I have spent the last four or five days in front of this box going over dpi and resolutions and print/scan speeds and bits, and usb/parallel/scsi etc, etc. Finally, I *think* I have come to a decision. But firstly, for all of you Aussie lurkers - anyone who is looking to buy the cheapest peripheral equipment in Australia should go to www.estore.com.au . The prices listed here have proven without fail to outprice every retailer I have contacted, even the likes of Harvey Norman etc, usually by at least $30-$40 and they only charge $15 delivery to anywhere in Aus. You can buy online, and they have every single model/brand listed that I have wanted to look at. Needless to say, it is where I will be buying my major stuff from. Ok, so my Day Care Centre venture has seemingly taken on a life of its own, and I am already nearing my quota of 20 bookings per Centre (I am working with two centres in two towns). I am totally overwhelmed by this, I have only advertised the "promotion" since Monday at both locations and I am already in possession of 11 $25 booking deposits! I also have 10 sittings booked for the last week of May when I visit my Mum in my home town and have had to ask her not to take any more! Then today, I had a phone call from a lady who is the President of the local Eistedford Committee who said she had "heard about me" and offered me the position as the "official photographer" for the regional Eistedford the week prior to me going to visit my mum (an Eistedford is where kids with all sorts of talents - dancers, choirs, poets, etc all get together to display their art and also compete with each other). This Eistedford runs for 10 days and has over 32 schools taking part and is a really big deal in our town. I will not be paid for taking the photographs, but of course will sell the prints! Yay, I am just thinking of all those mums that want to buy shots of their little girl's first time on stage in a tutu! So anyways, in view of all of this I am going to be hiring a nanny for my kids and working my butt off (and believe me, my butt could do with it after sitting here in front of this pc so much lately, hehe.). In return for all of this, after all of my expenses have been covered (nanny, film processing, travel etc), and also allowing for "extras" that always seem to rear their ugly heads (such as cameras that like to sky dive over cliff-faces)and after squeezing a really good discount out of the local lab, I should find myself with a clear profit of $3700 in my hot little hand! (I won't even go into the logistics of how many hours I will be working to do this, my head is spinning just thinking about it). So with respect to this $3700, here is my shopping list for the next two months (it will take about this long before I see all of the $$$): 1. Epson Stylus Photo 1290 $860 2. Canon CanonScan N640P SFlatbed Scanner $130 (I am buying this as an upgrade to the CanoScan FB630P that I already have and love and will be giving to my mum when I get my new stuff). 3. HP Photosmart S20 Film Scanner $800 4. Pentax SMC-FA 100m/3.5 Macro $400 (sorry guys, just can't stretch it to afford the 100/2.8) 5. Pentax 500 FTZ Flash $600 6. A CD Burner of some description approx. $500 7. Lighbox $100 8. Darkroom stuff for doing my bw negs $100 (chemicals, daylight tank squeedgee tongs) 9. Spare Cartridges for Printer $150 10. A3 Photopaper $ 100 11. A4 Photopaper $50 12. New Camera bag of some description 13. A manicure/pedicure and facial. (I'll need it after all of the work I'll be putting in and all the nails I'll break while loading/unloading film! No joke, this IS an industry hazard!) And lastly but definitely not least, I will also be able to pay the generous PDML'er who sent me my ME Super!!! Yay, I am in seventh heaven, (and yep, I know that I have alot of work ahead of me, but I THRIVE under pressure..) God, I am SUCH a girl. I just LOVE to shop! (even if it is for things that most would consider to be "boys toys"! ) fairy. 8-) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: to PZ1-P experts. About TTL Flash
On question three, just be aware of, when using the exposure compensation system (on the back of the camera), this will, as normal is, change the cameras "knowledge" about the film ISO speed. As a result, both ambient light and flash illumination are reduced or increased respectively. The only way to compensate both independently, is to use the HyM mode and read the over/underexposure bar in the viewfinder (only PZ1p, not the non-p), and use the dedicated flash compensation menu for the flash. However, this is a very powerful combination, one that I really enjoy on this body! Arnie - Original Message - From: "O'Neill, William" William.O'[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2001 7:57 PM Subject: RE: to PZ1-P experts. About TTL Flash Alex, Question: 1. Is the TTL flash metering region the same as the light metering? Let me explain: if I set the exposure metering to multi-segment, will the TTL flash use the same metering mode to decide the flash exposure or will it use only spot, or something else? Answer: It is not the same. It uses an OTF sensor that provides a centre-weighted reading. This reading is not the same as the centre-weighted reading for normal exposure either. Question: 2. If I set PF-7 to program the IF button to set the exposure to the background, which metering mode will it use? Let me explain again: I set the metering exposure to spot and I pop up the flash but I would like to have the proper exposure for background. So, as I set PF-7 to do that, I press IF button. What happens? Does it shift to multi-segment to have the proper exposure for background or does it use the spot metering I choose for correction without change the flash configuration or something else Answer: This is just my hypothesis and you will have to check it out...Since the flash exposure is calculated real-time using a different sensor, it cannot be used to determine the ambient background exposure. Likewise, the multi-segment (ambient) meter cannot measure background lighting if it is in spot mode, so for things to be consistent the multi-segment meter will have to switch into multi-segment mode to determine the background exposure when you press the IF button. However, check it out. Question: 3. I am using fill flash. So, I set the exposure for background and I would like to program de flash to fill a subject that is not in the centre spot. How can I do that without change the exposure for the background Is it possible with the camera metering only? Answer: Since the ambient and flash exposure are handled in the PZ1-p by two completely separate systems. In this particular case, if I were using slide film I would set the ambient exposure compensation to -0.5 and the flash exposure compensation to about -1 and bracket a bit on the flash compensation. For print film I would not bother to bracket as a little over exposure will do not harm. Bill O'Neill - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Wimberly Sidekick
On Wed, 18 Apr 2001 11:04:04 +1000, McRae, Max MS wrote: I've just bought the Manfrotto (AKA Bogen) monopod/tripod heavy lens support bracket which is designed to be used like a gimball head. (Sorry can't remember the article number, but easy to find on their web site) I think that would be the "Long Lens Monopod Bracket", Manfrotto part 393 right? It's brilliant! Doesn't need a separate ball head like all the others, it just screws straight on the head mounting. Comes with variable, friction dampened adjustment for pan and tilt, and 3 separate height settings. It is made of steel and the engineering is up the usual high standard you expect from this company Excellent value at NZ $350.00 which is about US $150.00. Works only when the lens has a good tripod-collar, but most big glass will have that anyway ... Looking at the picture of it, I think it would be important to get the center-of-gravity very close to the mounting point for best handling? Ragards, JvW - Jan van Wijk; www.fsys.demon.nl - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens
On Wed, 18 Apr 2001, Paul Jones wrote: I have a F50/1.7 and it has developed little marks in the coating and i have no idea what that are from. they dont affect image quality at all. Would be curious to know what caused them. Could it be the cement between two elements in a group separating in places? This can show up as small circular marks, I believe. chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
Tanya Russell Mayer wrote: Ok, so my Day Care Centre venture has seemingly taken on a life of its own, and I am already nearing my quota of 20 bookings per Centre (I am working with two centres in two towns). I am totally overwhelmed by this, I have only advertised the "promotion" since Monday at both locations and I am already in possession of 11 $25 booking deposits! Very cool, congratulations. 4. Pentax SMC-FA 100m/3.5 Macro $400 (sorry guys, just can't stretch it to afford the 100/2.8) That's ok, it's a pretty good lens optically. 8. Darkroom stuff for doing my bw negs $100 (chemicals, daylight tank squeedgee tongs) Ack! No squeegee! Spritz or agitate your negs with distilled water and just hang them to dry. Good luck. tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Vs: Manners ( Was: Fairy pics)
Thankyou Chris and others for your support. I have to reply to this message. Sorry if it goes over my Raimo-set quota of one a week. Actually some of us on this list have a job to go to. I am working about 55-65 hours a week. This means I do not get the chance to check my email hourly or even daily. I do not even have a computer at home until a few days time when my brand-new one arrives. I try and check about every 3-5 days. There are a lot of topics come through during that time. I certainly do not comment on all available topics, only the relatively few that interest me, or where I have knowledge (for example French swearwords) to contribute. I am not going to apologise for this. I am sure I have many supporters on this view, and I don't feel I have done anything wrong. That is all I will say on this subject unless someone manages to get me really riled up and I just can't help it. Jody. Hi, Raimo. Two things: (1) If you're not happy with the number of posts from Jody, why not tell her that directly instead of getting mad at her without teling her (or us) why? At least that way we'd know why you were upset. And (2) I don't get the impression that Jody posts a lot to the list. I can think of at least 20 people (myself included) who post more than she does. Perhaps it only seems that way because we post more or less regularly, while she only checks her mail periodically, by the look of it. She'll go a while without posting and then reply to a week's worth of messages, so she tends to send several in a row instead of spacing them out. But I don't think the sheer number of posts is greater. chris __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Auctions - buy the things you want at great prices http://auctions.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: outrageous
Yep, and they will buy a $5 item for $10 and pay a $15 shipping charge and tell you what a bargin they got. Treena Harp wrote: It is a never-ending source of amazement to me that people will go to garage sales and argue over a nickel's difference in the price of an object whose condition can be seen, and then go to ebay and pay a ridiculous price for an item -- sometimes more than new and virtually unseen -- because unless you know the seller, you really don't know until you get it if what you saw in the photo is what you got. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Regarding ND Filters
From: Shel Belinkoff [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Graduated ND filters have uses for other than landscapes. A while back I was shooting a street scene where the left side of the scene was in bright sun and the right side was in shadow. In fact, the shadow crossed the scene at an angle. An ND filter used at the angle of the shadow allowed the scene to be captured nicely. Any 'scape will do, of course. I have yet to see it used in portraits, though...:-) The only _real_ limitation is when elements in the motif lie across the gradient. Like a tree in landscapes, or maybe a parked car in a cityscape. Jostein - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Loading the Majic Noodles
Are you serious? I couldn't stop laughing about magic noodles. Are they similar to two-minute noodles? Please explain. What do they look like? Anonymous. __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Auctions - buy the things you want at great prices http://auctions.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Praktica LTL, was: suggested student cameras?
Sounds like a good system. The problem with my MZ-30 is I never know what that film's doing in there once I close the cover. It doesn't do any winding before you close the cover, so I have trouble trusting it. Having said that, I haven't ever had any problems with it not winding properly. Anonymous. I just loaded my wife's camera (Minolta AF-S) with film. It's genious, pure genious. Pull the film out of the canister, close the clear plastic cover over it, the motor winds it partially, close the rear cover, film gets advanced to the first frame. __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Auctions - buy the things you want at great prices http://auctions.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Flash to use with ME super
Len Paris writes: Take another look and tell me what you see. I have been considering getting a 433D for my Pentax stuff because I like using the Quantum battery for big jobs. I have the 444D which, according to my Sunpak glossy, is exactly the same flash but uses the DX interchangeable-shoe system and comes with a zoom head. I got a mains power adaptor with mine, which helps save batteries if I'm using it indoors. The brochure explicitly states that the 433D accepts a 510V power pack, BTW. I'd definitely recommend the 433D/444D flashes (B3600D/B3600DX respectively, outside the US). I think the only missing feature is a PC socket, but PC/hotshoe adaptors are pretty cheap. I'd also like a longer dedicated remote cord but I can use a long Pentax 5P extension cord instead, so that's not really a problem either. I certainly wouldn't mind a Pentax AF500FTZ but the damn things cost more than a 43mm Limited lens down here... Cheers, - Dave David A. Mann, B.E. email [EMAIL PROTECTED] * http://www.digistar.com/~dmann/ "Why is it that if an adult behaves like a child they lock him up, while children are allowed to run free on the streets?" -- Garfield - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: K-mount SLR Bodies: Who's the thinnest of them all?
Chris Brogden writes: Wasn't the ME the smallest SLR ever made, or am I imagining that I heard that? The Auto 110 is smaller.. you didn't specify which format :) Cheers, - Dave David A. Mann, B.E. email [EMAIL PROTECTED] * http://www.digistar.com/~dmann/ "Why is it that if an adult behaves like a child they lock him up, while children are allowed to run free on the streets?" -- Garfield - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: 24-90mm release in UK
Pl Jensen writes: I believe it has been available over here for at least a month. I've recently got the impression that the small markets gets the stuff first. Well if that's the case I should just about have the MZ-S already :) Cheers, - Dave David A. Mann, B.E. email [EMAIL PROTECTED] * http://www.digistar.com/~dmann/ "Why is it that if an adult behaves like a child they lock him up, while children are allowed to run free on the streets?" -- Garfield - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT: Browser Tricks (Was Re: US Copyright law)
Doug Franklin writes: D) From the menu that appears, select "Open Frame in New Window". Or... you can right-click in the frame and select "properties". You can cut paste the URL from the window that appears. Cheers, - Dave David A. Mann, B.E. email [EMAIL PROTECTED] * http://www.digistar.com/~dmann/ "Why is it that if an adult behaves like a child they lock him up, while children are allowed to run free on the streets?" -- Garfield - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Regarding ND Filters
Bruce Dayton writes: The graduated filters that fit into a holder (Cokin, Singh Ray, Lee) can be handy because the dividing line may not be at the center of the picture. In those cases the filter can be slid up or down to accomodate the divide where a screw on filter cannot. I was going to buy a Cokin filter for exactly this purpose. I took one look at the crap plastic filters in the shop and decided against it :( I wonder if I can get those other brands here... Even with landscapes the rule of thirds prevails. There's no such thing as rules! (I'm quite fond of Shel's .sig) Cheers, - Dave David A. Mann, B.E. email [EMAIL PROTECTED] * http://www.digistar.com/~dmann/ "Why is it that if an adult behaves like a child they lock him up, while children are allowed to run free on the streets?" -- Garfield - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Repairs to MX top plate prism housing
Fotolux Finland has 2 NIB top plate for about 300FIM each. and also the guy is good. divide 6 to give a rough estimate of the price in USD. Philippe I've managed to dent the front of the prism housing on my trusty old MX (a pretty shabby reward for 25 years of sterling service!). Should I: o Try and find a replacement top plate from a 'parts' MX - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Curing Lens Envy (a URL) - Maybe OT
A scroll of mail from "Donald Ross" [EMAIL PROTECTED] on Wed, 11 Apr 2001 17:19:34 -0400 Read it? y Some news readers are not capable of displaying graphics. If someone posts a message that has a graphic or html in it, the reader will detach it from the text and list it as an attachment. It works this way at my work where we use Lotus Notes. I went to the subject URL without incident. Kevin is a regular contributor to the list. Hope this helps. And people should not be sending pictures, graphics or HTML to this list. It is specifically mentioned in your 'Welcome to PDML' notice and a gross breach of netiquette. dave - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
ZX-7 autofocus probs.
Monday I went to watch the Boston Marathon and took my ZX-7. I wanted to take action shots of the runners as they went by, but I actually ended up missing several great shots. Here's what happened: As the runners approached, I was zoomed out to 200mm on the F 80-200mm zoom. The camera focused and I fired off a shot. As the runners neared me though, the camera was unable to focus on them, and the shutter simply wouldn't fire. Sometimes I would release the shutter button completely, then press it down again to try to get the camera to focus and fire. Again, the camera failed to get a focus lock and the shutter would not fire. As the runners passed by, eventually they would get far enough away that the camera could get a focus lock and then it would fire the shutter. Lots of shots of the backs of people's heads. Other times, I would pull the zoom back out to the 80mm end, as the runners got closest to me, and the camera did manage to get a new focus lock, but as soon as I zoomed back out to 200 for the next runner, it would again fail to focus and I could not fire the shutter. Using a two-touch zoom manually is a real pain for action shots. Is the ZX-7 simply ill-suited to this kind of action shooting? Would a faster lens have helped? (It was sunny, and shutter speeds were ~1/350 in the shade to 1/750 in direct sun) The F80-200 is f5.6 at the 200mm end. Would a one-touch manual focus zoom just be easier than worrying about auto-focus block? Some of the pictures might not be in complete focus, but at least I know the shutter would fire and I'd get something. What are other folk's experiences with this kind of action shot? Mike Nosal [EMAIL PROTECTED] - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Re[2]: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens
No, lint is not damaging but darned aggrevating when dusted across the surface of your lens. If you don't use one of the newer fabric lens cleaning cloths an old cotton tee shirt that has been washed until it is very soft is perfect for cleaning a lens along with a good lens cleaning solution...AFTER... using a can of compressed air or a gentle brushing with a fine camel hair brush to knock off the big chunks before rubbing them into the coating. Jerry in Houston -Original Message- From: Bob Walkden [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2001 3:04 AM To: Shel Belinkoff Subject: Re[2]: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens Hi, snip The advice used to be given to use only lint-free cloth. I don't know how to tell whether something contains lint or not, so assuming that lint is damaging I try to use only stuff that is specifically intended for lens cleaning. --- Bob mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] We - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
My shopping list...
The only suggestion is to reconsider your choice of the Pentax FA 100/3.5 macro. Optically, it's said to be extremely sharp. But you have made it clear that you like manual focusing, which you would probably want to do for macro work anyway. The Kiron 105/2.8 would be an outstanding choice. Unlike the plastic Pentax 100/3.5 (which is made by Cosina), it focuses all the way to 1:1 without attachments. It just may be my smoothest-focusing lens. I bought it in the standard K mount, but it was later made in KA mount and I've seen it advertised in KA for about $200 U.S. Big and heavy (52mm filters, 72mm wide, 102mm long, 656 grams!) but worth it. It snaps images in and out of focus more decisively than any lens I own. The more commonly found Vivitar 100/2.8 and Vivitar Series 1 105/2.5 are virtually identical, all made by Kino Precision; I'm not sure why they bear different maximum apertures and focal lengths. I can send you photos of the Series 1 that I've saved from the Web. The Vivitar Auto Macro 90/2.8, while not a Series 1, took 62mm filters. It, too, was a stellar performer and reached 1:1. Paul Franklin Stregevsky - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ZX-7 autofocus probs.
Mike, This is one of those situations where true Servo focusing is the ticket. Unfortunately, only the PZ-1p has it. As long as the shutter is pressed down for focus, the camera will continue to focus as the subject moves around. On the ZX-7, much like my ZX-10's, there are two things you can do. First, as you sort of tried, keep releasing and pressing the shutter button to force the camera to focus. You must do this constantly (what a pain! I used to shoot kids soccer this way). Second, if you are having problems achieving focus lock, try tilting the camera at a slight angle to give the sensor a slightly different target. This is not an area where the ZX series of bodies is very strong for AF capabilities. You could certainly practice manual focusing and see if you can get quick enough or prefocus on a spot and take the shot as the runners come by. I tend to do that with baseball/softball all the time. Just shut of the AF, focus where the action will come to and wait. Works pretty well. Bruce Dayton Sacramento, CA - Original Message - From: "Michael Nosal" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2001 8:15 AM Subject: ZX-7 autofocus probs. Monday I went to watch the Boston Marathon and took my ZX-7. I wanted to take action shots of the runners as they went by, but I actually ended up missing several great shots. Here's what happened: As the runners approached, I was zoomed out to 200mm on the F 80-200mm zoom. The camera focused and I fired off a shot. As the runners neared me though, the camera was unable to focus on them, and the shutter simply wouldn't fire. Sometimes I would release the shutter button completely, then press it down again to try to get the camera to focus and fire. Again, the camera failed to get a focus lock and the shutter would not fire. As the runners passed by, eventually they would get far enough away that the camera could get a focus lock and then it would fire the shutter. Lots of shots of the backs of people's heads. Other times, I would pull the zoom back out to the 80mm end, as the runners got closest to me, and the camera did manage to get a new focus lock, but as soon as I zoomed back out to 200 for the next runner, it would again fail to focus and I could not fire the shutter. Using a two-touch zoom manually is a real pain for action shots. Is the ZX-7 simply ill-suited to this kind of action shooting? Would a faster lens have helped? (It was sunny, and shutter speeds were ~1/350 in the shade to 1/750 in direct sun) The F80-200 is f5.6 at the 200mm end. Would a one-touch manual focus zoom just be easier than worrying about auto-focus block? Some of the pictures might not be in complete focus, but at least I know the shutter would fire and I'd get something. What are other folk's experiences with this kind of action shot? Mike Nosal [EMAIL PROTECTED] - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Nikon's New Manual-focus SLR kicks butt!
Last night, my local dealer was showing a Nikon user a brochure for Nikon's forthcoming successor to the venerable FM2. I saw only a glimpse, but as near as I could tell, the FM3A, as I believe it is called, will be a full-featured manual-focus-only SLR that combines the best virtues of the FM2n (all-mechanical high-speed shutter) and FE2 (using a moving needle instead of LEDs, but without a galvinometer) in a package that will weigh just 20 ounces! (No built-in flash). The camera seems to be aimed squarely at the serious enthusiast, or perhaps as a rugged body for pros who need the ultimate in reliability. Can someone give us more details? I must be honest: From what I saw, if I were starting out in SLR photography today, my name would probably be showing up on a different discussion list. PS: The same brochure showed Nikon's new all-metal f/2.8 pancake lens. It will be the world's thinnest at 17mm (0.66 in.). Paul Franklin Stregevsky - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens
Chris Brogden wrote: What's ROR? http://www.ror.net/ -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] There are no rules for good photographs, there are only good photographs. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Worrying trend
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Six M-pix true with pro quality glass is that invisible boundary where photojournalists will go digital as the primary tool. With an anticipated sugg price of $3,000 Where is this price being mentioned? So far most of the rumours I have heard (stemming from the Photokina appearance) suggest that the price is $7,000. I'd love it if you were right - I could just about consider paying $3,000 for a nice digital body - but I'm not going to start saving just yet. -- John Francis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Silicon Graphics, Inc. (650)933-82952011 N. Shoreline Blvd. MS 43U-991 (650)932-0828 (Fax) Mountain View, CA 94043-1389 Hello. My name is Darth Vader. I am your father. Prepare to die. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Nikon's New Manual-focus SLR kicks butt!
Perhaps Nikon, not Pentax, reads this list... Norm [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Last night, my local dealer was showing a Nikon user a brochure for Nikon's forthcoming successor to the venerable FM2. I saw only a glimpse, but as near as I could tell, the FM3A, as I believe it is called, will be a full-featured manual-focus-only SLR that combines the best virtues of the FM2n (all-mechanical high-speed shutter) and FE2 (using a moving needle instead of LEDs, but without a galvinometer) in a package that will weigh just 20 ounces! (No built-in flash). The camera seems to be aimed squarely at the serious enthusiast, or perhaps as a rugged body for pros who need the ultimate in reliability. Can someone give us more details? I must be honest: From what I saw, if I were starting out in SLR photography today, my name would probably be showing up on a different discussion list. PS: The same brochure showed Nikon's new all-metal f/2.8 pancake lens. It will be the world's thinnest at 17mm (0.66 in.). - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens
Hmm, a Holga and a Canon. They look so "right" together. I must have missed the fist part of this threadyou using this stuff Shel? I've had some specks on my lenses that I was worried about. Last week I finally just decided to scrub the crap out of them with a lens pen and they seem fine. The 20-35 looks new again, and it looked like I had sneezed on it last week. tv Shel Belinkoff wrote: Chris Brogden wrote: What's ROR? http://www.ror.net/ -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] There are no rules for good photographs, there are only good photographs. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . -- Thomas Van Veen Photography Washington D.C. http://bigdayphoto.com/ 301-758-3085 - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
I believe it's not so much the focal length she's after, but the macro capability. The A100/2.8 macro (1:1) goes for about $450 to $550 U.S. when you can find one. Collin Brendemuehl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Also, how about the manual focus A100/2.8 for 1/2 the price! Paul Franklin Stregevsky - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
Collin Brendemuehl wrote: Check out the pricing on a Microtek ScanMaker 5. With Tranny adapter built in, and a price close to the flatbed/film scanner pair you have, it's at least worth the look. Less real estate on your desk as well. I've yet to see a transparency adapter on a flatbed that can come close to the performance of a purpose-built film scanner for scanning 35mm. -- John Francis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Silicon Graphics, Inc. (650)933-82952011 N. Shoreline Blvd. MS 43U-991 (650)932-0828 (Fax) Mountain View, CA 94043-1389 Hello. My name is Darth Vader. I am your father. Prepare to die. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Re[2]: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens -- drifting slowly OT
Jerry Lewis (no relation) wrote: If you don't use one of the newer fabric lens cleaning cloths an old cotton tee shirt that has been washed until it is very soft is perfect Hi Jerry, Aren't everybody's old tee-shirts like this, or am I the only one? :-) The ones that get *really* worn are great for delicate engine parts as well, but my wife keeps trying to throw my old tattered rags in the garbage. Just got a new idea, though, after reading this thread. How 'bout an eBay sale of "Mint+ Custom Microfiber Optical Cleaning Fabric! Specially conditioned!! LQQK!!! NO RSRV" Nyuk, nyuk! Bill Peifer Rochester, NY - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
Don't forget another 20Gb or more of disk space for holding the scanned images until you get around to burning them onto CD. -- John Francis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Silicon Graphics, Inc. (650)933-82952011 N. Shoreline Blvd. MS 43U-991 (650)932-0828 (Fax) Mountain View, CA 94043-1389 Hello. My name is Darth Vader. I am your father. Prepare to die. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
OT: autofocus motor
Hi! recently we had a discussion in our local mailing list about autofocus motors. What about Pentax: as it seems, AF motors are placed in the lenses not in the camera bodies, or I'm wrong? Which way is better? Regards, Atvars - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Nikon's New Manual-focus SLR kicks butt!
Hi Paul, See here for FM3A http://www.klt.co.jp/Nikon/Press_Release/fm3a.htm and here for Nikkor45/2.8P http://www.klt.co.jp/Nikon/Press_Release/mf45f28.htm Sincerely, Take Ueda, Osaka, Japan [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.tripod.co.jp/hayatama/photo/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ZX-7 autofocus probs.
At 08:40 AM 4/18/01 -0700, you wrote: Mike, This is one of those situations where true Servo focusing is the ticket. Unfortunately, only the PZ-1p has it. As long as the shutter is pressed down for focus, the camera will continue to focus as the subject moves around. My SF1n also has that feature, just so you know - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
Hi - Another fine macro in that focal range is the Tamron SP 90/2.8 macro (later models). This gets you to 1:1 without tubes, and is as sharp as a razor. It comes in Manual or AF?Manual versions, and is quite resonable at about IR400 new (about $450) T. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ZX-7 autofocus probs.
Bruce, Mike, Bruce wrote: BD First, as you sort of tried, keep releasing and pressing the shutter button BD to force the camera to focus. You must do this constantly (what a pain! I BD used to shoot kids soccer this way). Not necessarily. Continuous shooting mode allows refocus right after shutter release without having to release the shutter button. BD This is not an area where the ZX series of bodies is very strong for AF BD capabilities. Besides technique, I strongly suspect Mike's problem is multiple moving subjects - the acknowledged ZX autofocus weakness. He should try to isolate a single runner - AF will do much better then. I've been shooting single skiers this winter with ZX-5N and FA 80-320, and all pictures were perfectly focused despite the tight framing. Servus, Alin - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ZX-7 autofocus probs.
It's nice to know that more than one Pentax has this. I find it *far* easier than working with my ZX-10's. Bruce Dayton Sacramento, CA - Original Message - From: "Tiger Moses" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2001 9:31 AM Subject: Re: ZX-7 autofocus probs. At 08:40 AM 4/18/01 -0700, you wrote: Mike, This is one of those situations where true Servo focusing is the ticket. Unfortunately, only the PZ-1p has it. As long as the shutter is pressed down for focus, the camera will continue to focus as the subject moves around. My SF1n also has that feature, just so you know - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The more commonly found Vivitar 100/2.8 and Vivitar Series 1 105/2.5 are virtually identical, all made by Kino Precision; I'm not sure why they bear different maximum apertures and focal lengths. One of the best macros in this focal length range is the early Vivitar Series 1 90/2.5. It's a heavy workhorse of a lens, but extremely sharp. It comes with a 1:1 optical adapter and can sometimes be found on ebay for around $150. Paul Stenquist - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
John Francis wrote: I've yet to see a transparency adapter on a flatbed that can come close to the performance of a purpose-built film scanner for scanning 35mm. Agreed, they don't seem to be able to nail the focus. But some high-end dual-purpose scanners do a good job on both flat art and film. I use an Agfa Duoscan 2500T that we have at work for most of my film scanning, and it yields extremely sharp results. However it's quite pricey, more than $3000 I believe. Paul -- John Francis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Silicon Graphics, Inc. (650)933-82952011 N. Shoreline Blvd. MS 43U-991 (650)932-0828 (Fax) Mountain View, CA 94043-1389 Hello. My name is Darth Vader. I am your father. Prepare to die. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Super Program user's manual and tips
Hi, gang. Yesterday I won an ebay auction in a Super Program body in supposed great condition (seller has great feedback). It will be my second body, since I own "just" a LX. I would love to have the user's manual for it. Somebody knows if it's available in pdf format in the web? Pentax USA service is just for usa residents, and my local distributor is a bad taste joke. Also, any tips, comments, etc. in this camera will be really appreciated. Regards. Albano PS: I will put it in the roll call as soon as I receive it. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Grip A vs Grip B (LX)
Hey gang, Here's what I see as an intersting question: What's with the price difference between the Grip A and the Grip B for the LX? I constantly see the B go for $40 or more on eBay, while the grip A is only $20 NEW at BH . . . Anyone have any ideas on the price of a new grip B or a more reasonable price for it? Thanks, Illinois Bill --- "If that's not you, I don't know who it is." _ Get your name as your email and web site address. http://www.NetIdentity.com. Be somebody online. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
At 05:49 PM 4/18/2001 +0100, you wrote: Hi - Another fine macro in that focal range is the Tamron SP 90/2.8 macro (later models). This gets you to 1:1 without tubes, and is as sharp as a razor. It comes in Manual or AF?Manual versions, and is quite resonable at about IR400 new (about $450) FWIW, the last batch of FA 100 2.8 Macro lenses that KEH had they sold for $250 USD (~ 497 AUD). If the shipping isn't too ridiculous I would say it's definitely worth the 20% premium over the 100 3.5 Macro. David - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Favorite Film Roll Call Results UPDATE 5
These are the conditions: 1 - You must answer off-list, right to me. 2 - You must choose your favorite emulsion (35 and 120/220 allowed. Color and b and w) 3 - You must choose ONLY ONE (color print OR slide OR b and w, etc). 4 - You must have personal experience with it. WINNER by now: Tri-X with 7 votes. Members: 47 COLOR (Print and Slide): Kodak Kodachrome 25 (2) Fuji Velvia (3) Kodak Kodachrome 64 (3) Kodak Elitechrome Extra Color 100 (2) Kodak Ektachrome 100 VS (3) Fuji Sensia II 100 (3) Fuji Provia 100F (4) Kodak Supra 100 (1) Fuji Reala 100 (1) Kodak Portra 160 NC (1) Kodak Kodachrome 200 (1) Kodak Ektachrome E200 (1) Agfa HDC Plus 200 (1) Kodak Max 400 (1) Kodak Ektapress PJ 400 (1) Kodak Supra 400 (1) Kodak Portra 400 NC (1) Agfa Optima Prestige II 400 (1) Fuji Press 400 (1) Kodak Portra 800 (1) Fuji Press 800 (1) Kodak PJC 1600 (1) BLACK AND WHITE: Kodak Plus-X (1) Ilford FP4 Plus (1) Kodak Tri-X (7) Agfa APX 400 (1) Ilford HP5 (1) INFRARED: Kodak HIE (1) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Nikon's New Manual-focus SLR kicks butt!
Gee! What a spec! Should I sell my LX, ZX5n, SuperA, MX, etc, to buy Nikon FM3A? Regards, ___ Tonghang Zhou (Zhou is pronounced like Joe) On Thu, 19 Apr 2001, Takehiko Ueda wrote: Hi Paul, See here for FM3A http://www.klt.co.jp/Nikon/Press_Release/fm3a.htm and here for Nikkor45/2.8P http://www.klt.co.jp/Nikon/Press_Release/mf45f28.htm - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ZX-7 autofocus probs.
Alin Flaider wrote: Besides technique, I strongly suspect Mike's problem is multiple moving subjects - the acknowledged ZX autofocus weakness. He should try to isolate a single runner - AF will do much better then. I've been shooting single skiers this winter with ZX-5N and FA 80-320, and all pictures were perfectly focused despite the tight framing. Servus, Alin Well, I had this problem with single runners (and wheelchair athletes) as well. Getting the first focus on the runner at about 30' away was never a problem, the camera would focus and fire. However, as they came closer the camera would often end up 'hunting' for focus, and I could hear the lens stuttering as the runner approached and eventually passed, without ever firing off the next shot. Sometimes releasing the shutter button completely and pressing again would cause the camera to get a focus lock and fire. Most times this wouldn't work. By the time the runner had passed and was about 20' away, their relative motion to the camera had diminished enough that it could then get the focus and shoot again. It seems like the predictive autofocus just wasn't fast enough at close quarters. I could get the runners as they were approaching, but not as I started to pan with them as they went by. I tried using the lens in manual focus mode, but I couldn't switch between the zoom and focus rings fast enough to be effective. The focus ring on the F 80-200 is, like on most AF lenses, quite narrow and there's no ridges or bumps to let your fingers know when they've got it. Mike Nosal [EMAIL PROTECTED] - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Human Eye Resolution
That was interesting... I am not sure I would agree with the last statement however... "Also, since it is basically one step from taking the picture to downloading it onto your computer, you get better results than if you took a picture, developed it, and then scanned it in...". That, I think, would depend on the type of and resolution of your scanner. Tom C. - Original Message - From: "Jeff Geilenkirchen" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2001 10:21 PM Subject: Human Eye Resolution I found some real interesting info in the article located at the hyperlink below. This might be of some interest to you digital photographers out there. http://146.139.100.40/webpages/askasci/comp99/cs041.htm Jeff - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: My shopping list...
Hi Tanya! judging from your euphoric email (bravissimo!!! thumbs up and best of luck on these tutu shots) you 'll now be scoffing at my puny accessories FS, but I'll still offer them to you anyways!! tell me what you need, if any, of what didnt sell on round one on ebay (lens and hood sold at the last moment) : I'll give you a 'special' price :-) 49mm accessories : pentax leather case for hood and/or filter two boxed B+W filters one heliopan filter asahi pentax rubber hood , boxed stepup ring, 49 to 52 (tiffen) , new 58mm : pentx metal hood (for 28/3.5 lens) w/case, LN 77mm : two front caps, boxed lemme know! Daphne - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT: autofocus motor
Pentax has the motor in the body, except with the ME-F and SMC-FA 35-70mm lens. It's hard to say which is better, it's probably more personal preference. With the motor in the lens it makes the lens larger and heavier (but since there is no motor in the body it can be smaller and lighter). Having the motor in the lens also makes the lenses and the system more expensive. With the motor in the body, it's cheaper because each time you buy a lens, you aren't buying a motor to drive it either - you just buy the motor once when you buy the body. But with the motor in the body you have one-size-fits all, so a smaller motor may not be able to focus a big heavy lens very well - with the motor in the lens with large lenses they just put a bigger motor in them, so even on an entry level AF camera the biggest, heaviest, AF lens will focus just as fast as the same lens on the top level body. Todd At 09:22 AM 4/18/01 -0700, you wrote: Hi! recently we had a discussion in our local mailing list about autofocus motors. What about Pentax: as it seems, AF motors are placed in the lenses not in the camera bodies, or I'm wrong? Which way is better? Regards, Atvars - - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
oops
another private email sent off to list!!! I must pay more attention to those email adresses before pressing 'reply' ! lucky this one wasnt *too* confidential, right guys? :-) Daphne well since the deed is done... anyone interested *after* Tanya gets her pick, get back to me offlist. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Grip A vs Grip B (LX)
2 years ago I bought one new retail from Silvio's (in Torrance?, CA) fo $15. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hey gang, Here's what I see as an intersting question: What's with the price difference between the Grip A and the Grip B for the LX? I constantly see the B go for $40 or more on eBay, while the grip A is only $20 NEW at BH . . . Anyone have any ideas on the price of a new grip B or a more reasonable price for it? - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
ME Super/MX Batteries
Hi, I need to pick up some batteries for my MX and ME Super on the way home tonite and don't have the battery types recorded in my wallet. :-( Can anyone let me know the numbers? Thanks. Tom C. P.S. A beautiful aurora last night with both green and red. I hope I captured it. Also, northern hemisphere Lyrid meteor shower peaks in pre-dawn hours of April 22. Radiant is to N/NE.
Re: To PZ1-P experts. About Z1-p
On Thu, 19 Apr 2001, Kristian-H. Schssler wrote: the name of my PENTAX, sold in Germany four years ago, is Z 1-p, not PZ1-P. Are this different cameras (bodies) or only signs, in which country the camera was importet? They're the same camera. The PZ1-p is for the US market, while the Z1-p is for the rest of the world, AFAIK. chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
PDML geography poll info
A few things: I had a bit of trouble with my connection while I was sending the off-list detailed results, so some people will receive them twice. My apologies. Also, some people seem to have their mailbox configured to automatically reject messages to multiple recipients. Because there are over 200 recipients, I'm using Hotmail's blind carbon copy feature to send the results to 50 people at a time. If your primary e-mail address will not accept this type of mail, you may want to provide me with an alternate address for you that will accept it. On a similar note, if your e-mail address has changed, or if you prefer to receive the results at a different address than the one I sent it to, just let me know and I'll make the change. Thanks for reading! chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: April 2001 PDML Geography Results!
Hi, I live in BC, Canada, incase you would like to add me to your list. From: Chris Brogden <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: April 2001 PDML Geography Results! Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2001 17:18:49 -0500 (CDT) Ok, here are the general results for April. We're over the 200 mark now, and US members still make up less than half of the list (though not by much). Within the US, Illinois has crept up from behind to tie for first place with Texas, so the cowboys are no longer the only top dog. I'm going to mail the detailed results directly to every PDML member who participated. Please allow a day or so for them to arrive, but if they haven't shown up after 24 hours or so, then feel free to e-mail me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] and I'll mail you another copy. If you're new to the PDML or have just never heard of this before, I'll be sending out a letter around the beginning of each month explaining what this survey is and how it works. Or you could e-mail me directly for more information. Thanks for reading, and enjoy! April 2001 PDML General Location Results Total: 211 Argentina: 3 Australia: 11 New South Wales: 4 Queensland: 2 South Australia: 1 Victoria: 3 Western Australia: 1 België/Belgique (Belgium): 4 Brasil (Brazil): 2 Canada: 24 Alberta: 2 British Columbia: 5 Manitoba: 2 Northwest Territories: 2 Newfoundland: 1 Nunavut: 1 Ontario: 10 Saskatchewan: 1 Ceska Republika (Czech Republic): 3 China: 1 Danmark (Denmark): 1 Deutschland (Germany): 7 Eesti (Estonia): 1 España (Spain): 2 France: 4 India: 1 Ireland: 2 Italia (Italy): 4 Magyarorszag (Hungary): 1 Nederland (Netherlands): 3 New Zealand: 3 Nippon (Japan): 1 Norge (Norway): 2 Pilipinas (Philippines): 1 Polska (Poland): 3 Portugal: 1 Romania: 2 South Africa: 1 Slovenija (Slovenia): 1 Suomi (Finland): 4 Sverige (Sweden): 2 T'ai-wan (Taiwan): 1 UK: 12 USA: 102 AL: 2 AR: 2 AZ: 1 CA: 10 CO: 1 FL: 1 GA: 2 ID: 1 IL: 11 IN: 1 KY: 2 LA: 3 MA: 1 MD: 4 MI: 7 MN: 2 MO: 1 NC: 2 NJ: 5 NM: 1 NV: 1 NY: 5 OH: 3 OK: 2 OR: 4 PA: 3 RI: 1 SC: 3 TX: 11 UT: 1 VA: 4 WA: 2 WI: 2 Venezuela: 1 chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: April PUG (belated reply, I haven't been at work)
At 21:32 1/04/01 -0700, you wrote: Hi Bruce I only read this yesterday, I've been away from work for a couple of weeks. "The Pattern of Life" by Jon Hope - Kudos for his unusual, but inspiring interpretation of patterns. I like the parallel lines formed by the burned tree trunks. By not cropping them out I am able to get a sense of my surroundings, and understand that this is not a single isolated tree. I also appreciate the off-center nature of the new growth. The dark gray/black color of the burned trunks really makes the green of the new growth stand out. The color contrasts are very nice. I am impressed with this slide film's lattitude. The fairly shallow depth of field also helps the subject stand out well. This is one of those shots that benefits from both the theme and the title. It helps me understand more of Jon's thinking and expression. Had I encountered it in a stack of pictures without explanation, I might have passed over what is a well composed, thoughtful image. Thanks for your submission Jon. Thanks for your kind words. I've liked this photograph since I took it almost a year ago. I have several others with a similar theme, which don't do justice to what I was trying to portray. This one comes reasonably close, but I know there is a better photograph waiting to happen. One day. :-) Cheers Jon "Who are they that you should believe anything that they say?" - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
MZ-S is really good ?
Hello I was thinking about the MZ-S and I realize something : The MZ-S is perfectly good for the user who knows what he is going to get... From my experience, we usually do not use all function of a SLR. I know that I feel needed sometimes with my MZ-3., so the MZ-S is a good SLR if I wish to replace my MZ-3. As often, there is much asked things which are not very usefull. The MZ-S is a Pentax version of a SLR which you can easily use. (as easy as a MZ-3) Of course, I am still wishing a better SLR, but I forget to mention that it is a good SLR if we know all our needs so we cannot buy it wrongly. Hoping for a new body for myself, but hoping a MZ-S for Pentax users who need it ! See you [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Book for screw-thread owners
In a message dated 4/18/2001 6:50:47 PM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ed, Just wanted to let you know that the book has not arrived yet. Didn't want you to think I was ignoring you. Thanks! Gary Gary- So much for the post office promises. No hurry on my end anyway. Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: ME Super/MX Batteries
Pentax Vancouver has informed me that these "double size" batteries are not recommended, at least for use in the LX. I took mine in for CLA, and they specifically suggested that I remove that battery and put in two regular ones. Don't ask e what the problem would be; I had not had any trouble with it at that point, but I took their word for it. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Todd Stanley Sent: April 18, 2001 3:33 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: ME Super/MX Batteries Kodak has a K58L that works too. It's the size of 2 SR44's, and is 3V. It's a bit easier to get into the camera than 2 of those button batteries. Todd At 05:35 PM 4/18/01 -0300, you wrote: A76 or 76A, LR44, etc. Regards Albano - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: To PZ1-P experts. About Z1-p
AFAIK, only the Americans got the PZ1p; everyone else got the Z1p. I myself got 2 of them! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Kristian-H. Schüssler Sent: April 18, 2001 3:52 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: To PZ1-P experts. About Z1-p Hello, experts, the name of my PENTAX, sold in Germany four years ago, is Z 1-p, not PZ1-P. Are this different cameras (bodies) or only signs, in which country the camera was importet? Thanks for answering my question Kristian-Heinrich Schuessler - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Wedding photo results
Hi all Last night I got to look at the results of my efforts at my brother's wedding. They are exceptionally happy with the photos, which was a huge relief. What surprised me most of all was that I was impressed with a lot of them. I was really happy that they turned out as good as they did. If I was ever to do another wedding there are some shots that needed taking which I missed, and a number of shots would have been enhanced with different cropping in the viewfinder. I'll mark that down for future reference, and be glad if I never have to use it at a wedding again. :-) What really impressed me was my sister, who is very critical at the best of times, was extremely impressed. That almost made it worthwhile. Cheers Jon "Who are they that you should believe anything that they say?" - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Subject: Re: My shopping list...
Guys and gals, I am going to reply to all of your responses thus far, in this one message, so please bare with me... Paul Stenquist wrote: "Everything sounds great -- except those squeegee tongs." Thanks Paul, I have had this comment from a few people and am happy to dispense with this item from my list! After all, if I wanted scratched negs, I'd just take them to the lab...:-) Colin Brendemuehl wrote: " Check out the pricing on a Microtek ScanMaker 5. With Tranny adapter built in, and a price close to the flatbed/film scanner pair you have, it's at least worth the look. Less real estate on your desk as well. Also, how about the manual focus A100/2.8 for 1/2 the price!" Thanks Colin, I just looked up this scanner on the Microtek website, it is listed as $1149! That is waaay out of my league, don't forget that the prices I quoted are in Australian Dollars! US$1149 is like AUD$2300! I have, however looked into a number of different flatbeds and have generally decided against them, room on my desktop is not an issue, so I am going to stick with the small flatbed that I have chosen and put most of my $$$ into a dedicated film/negative scanner. In regards to the FA 100mm/3.5 lens, there are a couple of reasons that I have chosen this lens in particular. Most importantly, it is for the macro capabilities, second most-importantly is the Autofocus, I also like this particular focal length and at this price, this is the fastest lens that combines all of these things in the one lens, and at an affordable price. While I am preferring to shoot manual focus at present, there are times (such as when the little girls are dancing around in their tutus on stage), that Auto Focus would be preferred. It is also a good length for the kids portraits that I've been shooting and the AF will also help when I am trying to get them to sit still enough to take the shot. I also want another macro lens, but with the type of work that is coming up for me, I probably won't have much chance to use it. I do favour closeup macro shots of kids hands and feet though, and it is plenty fast enough for macro, it would be rare that I would shoot wider than 3.5 (you tend to lose sharpness after that and besides, most of the shot would be out of focus)... Colin, thanks again for your advice... Kevin Thornsberry wrote: "Have you considered shooting all color film and doing a conversion to BW in the computer on those images which look best that way?" I have Kevin, but sort of considered this to be "cheating" to an extent. What does everybody else think about this? Robert Harris wrote: "The AF500FTZ flash may not be ideal at this time. It is designed for TTL auto use with the latest Pentax bodies. It works only in manual mode with older cameras (such as MEs). ..." Robert, the AF500FTZ is for use with my two AF bodies (PZ-20 and MZ-50). I already have a little flash for the ME Super (an AF160) which, is TTL, btw). I have looked into many of the models you have suggested but have found the 500FTZ to be the best value for money and to have the most features (I can't wait to try out some different effects with the stroboscopic flash etc). Robert also wrote: "2) I assume that Australia has the equivalent of our "Murphy's Law" -- snip ...I urge you to get a second camera body and a second flash. (Also, have extra cables if you use flash off camera, etc., not to mention carrying lots of spare batteries for camera and flash.)" Robert, I have three bodies, always carry at least one spare set of batteries for each, and also have an Achiever 630AF flash which will act as a "backup" to the AF500FTZ, if need be. I am also going to buy a little Sigma 430FT next week (which is only US$100), and which I had been planning to buy before any of this stuff came up. I think that I will then be suitably "enabled" and prepared for any failures as they arrive. Later on, I intend to replace the PZ-1P that I recently lost, so if anyone will be selling theirs to finance the purchase of an MZ-S, please let me know! ;-) "3) Since little Susie may be moving across the stage, it may be difficult to frame every shot well with prime lenses, which means you may have to do some serious cropping for prints. You may want to at least consider having a zoom with you on the job -- although fast ones are very expensive while slow ones make shooting by available light more difficult." I have two zoom lenses, both pretty slow, but will be useful for a situation just as you described above. They are Pentax SMC-A 70-210/f4, and an Autofocus Sigma 35-80/f4-5.6 which came on my PZ-20 body. I am also hoping that the Pentax SMC-FA 100mm/3.5 (or 2.8 if I can afford it) macro, that I am intending to purchase, will also help me here. I know that it is not a zoom, but it is a good focal length and the Autofocus will be a big plus here. "4) This probably does not need to be said, but I will say it anyway. Since you will be getting new equipment for these
Re: Subject: Re: My shopping list...
On Thu, 19 Apr 2001, Tanya Russell Mayer wrote: Robert, the AF500FTZ is for use with my two AF bodies (PZ-20 and MZ-50). I already have a little flash for the ME Super (an AF160) which, is TTL, btw). The flash may be TTL on those cameras that can take advantage of that feature, but the ME Super is not one of them, just FYI. Still a very good camera, but the Super Program was the first 35mm Pentax SLR that had TTL flash capability, IIRC. chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens
Hi Chris, The marks are like little pits in the coating, they possibly look like something has splattered on the glass and damaged the coating. The could possibly be rissen (sp?) as apposed to pits, its hard to tell. Cya Hi From: Chris Brogden Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Multicoated filter on a single-coated lens Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2001 01:44:02 -0500 (CDT) On Wed, 18 Apr 2001, Paul Jones wrote: I have a F50/1.7 and it has developed little marks in the coating and i have no idea what that are from. they dont affect image quality at all. Would be curious to know what caused them. Could it be the cement between two elements in a group separating in places? This can show up as small circular marks, I believe. chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . _ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Nikon's New Manual-focus SLR kicks butt!
My favorite is the Canon T-90 MF camera. Jim A. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2001 11:54:07 -0400 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Nikon's New Manual-focus SLR kicks butt! Last night, my local dealer was showing a Nikon user a brochure for Nikon's forthcoming successor to the venerable FM2. I saw only a glimpse, but as near as I could tell, the FM3A, as I believe it is called, will be a full-featured manual-focus-only SLR that combines the best virtues of the FM2n (all-mechanical high-speed shutter) and FE2 (using a moving needle instead of LEDs, but without a galvinometer) in a package that will weigh just 20 ounces! (No built-in flash). The camera seems to be aimed squarely at the serious enthusiast, or perhaps as a rugged body for pros who need the ultimate in reliability. Can someone give us more details? I must be honest: From what I saw, if I were starting out in SLR photography today, my name would probably be showing up on a different discussion list. PS: The same brochure showed Nikon's new all-metal f/2.8 pancake lens. It will be the world's thinnest at 17mm (0.66 in.). Paul Franklin Stregevsky - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Bad grammar, sorry...
Uuugh! I just reread my last post to do with my "shopping list" and noticed that I wrote this sentence: "Most importantly, it is for the macro capabilities, second most-importantly is the Autofocus, I also like this particular focal length and at this price, this is the fastest lens that combines all of these things in the one lens, and at an affordable price." That is an incredibly embarrassing example of my grammatical skills, in tune with the "gobbledy-gook" that one of the other PDML'ers aplogised for the other day. Of course, it should read; Most importantly, it is for the macro capabilities, and just as paramount is the Autofocus. I also like this particular focal length and at this price, this is the fastest lens available that has the combination of all of these things. 8-[ fairy. (who I assure you, does have some level of literacy skills)... - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
WHOOPS
Whoops, sorry folks, didn't mean to send that to the whole list From: "Paul C" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: April 2001 PDML Geography Results! Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2001 16:10:58 -0700 Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. Hi, I live in BC, Canada, incase you would like to add me to your list. From: Chris Brogden <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: April 2001 PDML Geography Results! Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2001 17:18:49 -0500 (CDT) Ok, here are the general results for April. We're over the 200 mark now, and US members still make up less than half of the list (though not by much). Within the US, Illinois has crept up from behind to tie for first place with Texas, so the cowboys are no longer the only top dog. I'm going to mail the detailed results directly to every PDML member who participated. Please allow a day or so for them to arrive, but if they haven't shown up after 24 hours or so, then feel free to e-mail me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] and I'll mail you another copy. If you're new to the PDML or have just never heard of this before, I'll be sending out a letter around the beginning of each month explaining what this survey is and how it works. Or you could e-mail me directly for more information. Thanks for reading, and enjoy! April 2001 PDML General Location Results Total: 211 Argentina: 3 Australia: 11 New South Wales: 4 Queensland: 2 South Australia: 1 Victoria: 3 Western Australia: 1 België/Belgique (Belgium): 4 Brasil (Brazil): 2 Canada: 24 Alberta: 2 British Columbia: 5 Manitoba: 2 Northwest Territories: 2 Newfoundland: 1 Nunavut: 1 Ontario: 10 Saskatchewan: 1 Ceska Republika (Czech Republic): 3 China: 1 Danmark (Denmark): 1 Deutschland (Germany): 7 Eesti (Estonia): 1 España (Spain): 2 France: 4 India: 1 Ireland: 2 Italia (Italy): 4 Magyarorszag (Hungary): 1 Nederland (Netherlands): 3 New Zealand: 3 Nippon (Japan): 1 Norge (Norway): 2 Pilipinas (Philippines): 1 Polska (Poland): 3 Portugal: 1 Romania: 2 South Africa: 1 Slovenija (Slovenia): 1 Suomi (Finland): 4 Sverige (Sweden): 2 T'ai-wan (Taiwan): 1 UK: 12 USA: 102 AL: 2 AR: 2 AZ: 1 CA: 10 CO: 1 FL: 1 GA: 2 ID: 1 IL: 11 IN: 1 KY: 2 LA: 3 MA: 1 MD: 4 MI: 7 MN: 2 MO: 1 NC: 2 NJ: 5 NM: 1 NV: 1 NY: 5 OH: 3 OK: 2 OR: 4 PA: 3 RI: 1 SC: 3 TX: 11 UT: 1 VA: 4 WA: 2 WI: 2 Venezuela: 1 chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
MZ-S
Arlington Camera in Arlington, Texas list the MZ-S on thier web site for, $899.95 That's the cheapest I've found so far. You can not order from the web site but you can call. I speak from past dealings with these people since the late 1970's, they are VERY knowledgable and are fantastic people to deal with. Straight forward and honest. http://www.arlingtoncamera.com 1-800-313-6748 ARLINGTON CAMERA 544 W. RANDOL MILL ROAD ARLINGTON, TEXAS 76011 Email customer service: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Later, Gary - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Super Program user's manual and tips
Hi Albano, The following URL has the manual online. http://www.cymweb.com/pentax/ I just bought an SP in mint condition. Love it. Just shot a roll of BW film with my Tamron SP 90/2.5 (portraits of a friend). I'll see the results tomorrow evening. Jeff - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2001 1:20 PM Subject: Super Program user's manual and tips Hi, gang. Yesterday I won an ebay auction in a Super Program body in supposed great condition (seller has great feedback). It will be my second body, since I own "just" a LX. I would love to have the user's manual for it. Somebody knows if it's available in pdf format in the web? Pentax USA service is just for usa residents, and my local distributor is a bad taste joke. Also, any tips, comments, etc. in this camera will be really appreciated. Regards. Albano PS: I will put it in the roll call as soon as I receive it. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Nikon's New Manual-focus SLR kicks butt!
Yeah, right. What's the difference from an LX with limited lens on? $ --- James Apilado [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My favorite is the Canon T-90 MF camera. Jim A. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2001 11:54:07 -0400 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Nikon's New Manual-focus SLR kicks butt! Last night, my local dealer was showing a Nikon user a brochure for Nikon's forthcoming successor to the venerable FM2. I saw only a glimpse, but as near as I could tell, the FM3A, as I believe it is called, will be a full-featured manual-focus-only SLR that combines the best virtues of the FM2n (all-mechanical high-speed shutter) and FE2 (using a moving needle instead of LEDs, but without a galvinometer) in a package that will weigh just 20 ounces! (No built-in flash). The camera seems to be aimed squarely at the serious enthusiast, or perhaps as a rugged body for pros who need the ultimate in reliability. Can someone give us more details? I must be honest: From what I saw, if I were starting out in SLR photography today, my name would probably be showing up on a different discussion list. PS: The same brochure showed Nikon's new all-metal f/2.8 pancake lens. It will be the world's thinnest at 17mm (0.66 in.). Paul Franklin Stregevsky - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Auctions - buy the things you want at great prices http://auctions.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: MZ-S
I seem to recall John Mustarde speaking well of Arlington Camera. Doug At 9:39 PM -05004/18/01, Gary L. Murphy caused thus to appear: Arlington Camera in Arlington, Texas list the MZ-S on thier web site for, $899.95 That's the cheapest I've found so far. You can not order from the web site but you can call. I speak from past dealings with these people since the late 1970's, they are VERY knowledgable and are fantastic people to deal with. Straight forward and honest. http://www.arlingtoncamera.com 1-800-313-6748 ARLINGTON CAMERA 544 W. RANDOL MILL ROAD ARLINGTON, TEXAS 76011 Email customer service: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Later, Gary -- Douglas Forrest Brewer Ashwood Lake Photography [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.alphoto.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
In Praise of my amazing new Pentax: The ME super!!!
Hi group: I've bought, sold, kept, swapped, and generally become very familiar with most of Pentax's offerings over the last few years. I have or have had: the spotmatic, the Spotmatic Sp, the SP II, the SP IIa, the SP F, the K2, K2 DMD, the KX, K1000, the SF1, SF 1n, the MG, PZ20, PZ 10, P 30t, the Elfina, and maybe I'm missing one or two, but just recently, I bought an ME super on ebay because I wanted one of the lenses that went with it. I figured to sell the other lenses, and the body, and wind up with the lens for a very nice price (if any cost at all, was the way I figured it) Well, I get this little camera, which I was prepared for, having already owned the MG. But what I didn't know, was how very capable this camera is! 1/2000th shutter speed! 1/125th flash sync! Well, not great, but better than 1/100 or 1/60th! Full Auto exposure, with what I would presume is center weighted metering? Full manual control with an easy method to get there, without having to move my eye from the viewfinder! So, next thing I know, I've bought myself a ME winder, and I've got this very capable, very fast, super compact, little dynamo! Well, of course, I can't sell this! So I've plucked out a few more foam squares, and this little jewel now has a permanent place in my halliburton box. Right next to my main squeeze, the PZ20. How'd I miss this little marvel for so long? Just one thing. There's a little window on the back of the top plate below the winder, with little black and orange bars in it. Whatzit? Sid. Who needs an MZ-S, with a camera like this? (And all the other ones, too) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: MZ-S is really good ?
Clover, Let me give you some advice, my little friend. Get rid of your MZ-3 and buy an F100. If you don't, you'll never be able to look your little Nikon buddies in the eye, because you're more worried about what they think about your camera than you are about your photographs. The F100 is perfect for you. It's heavy, has a lot of cool features, says Nikon on it, all the things that are important when a camera is a fashion statement. Plus, it also works pretty well as a camera, should you ever decide to take some pictures. I am a firm believer in comfort. That's one of the reasons I use Pentax, because the bodies I use are comfortable. It's plain you are uncomfortable using Pentax when your friends have switched to Nikon. I say, as I've said before, if the Pentax is causing you grief and shame, then trade it for something you can wear with pride. Let us know if you're going to sell or trade. Some folks on the list might be interested in a barely used MZ-3 and some lenses. Doug At 1:46 AM +02004/19/01, Pentax Clover caused thus to appear: Hello I was thinking about the MZ-S and I realize something : The MZ-S is perfectly good for the user who knows what he is going to get... From my experience, we usually do not use all function of a SLR. I know that I feel needed sometimes with my MZ-3., so the MZ-S is a good SLR if I wish to replace my MZ-3. As often, there is much asked things which are not very usefull. The MZ-S is a Pentax version of a SLR which you can easily use. (as easy as a MZ-3) Of course, I am still wishing a better SLR, but I forget to mention that it is a good SLR if we know all our needs so we cannot buy it wrongly. Hoping for a new body for myself, but hoping a MZ-S for Pentax users who need it ! See you [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Douglas Forrest Brewer Ashwood Lake Photography [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.alphoto.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: In Praise of my amazing new Pentax: The ME super!!!
On Wed, 18 Apr 2001, Sid Barras wrote: Well, I get this little camera, which I was prepared for, having already owned the MG. But what I didn't know, was how very capable this camera is! Ha, wait until you've tried the Super Program. Think of an ME Super with shutter-priority and full program, DOF preview, TTL flash, etc. etc. Play with that for a year or two and then try an LX. :) chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: In Praise of my amazing new Pentax: The ME super!!!
I believe that little orange barred gizmo whirls around as you advance the film to let you know your film is actually moving onto the take up spoolkind of a built in insurance policy against mis-loaded film. I'm glad you like the ME Super, it is a great little. Like you, I've owned my share of Pentax cameras including both the MG and ME Super. I loved my ME Super as well but unfortunately the shutter died on me and the repair cost was almost as much as I could pick up a "new" one off of eBay... Damn, now I'm feeling enabled.. John - Original Message - From: "Sid Barras" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2001 11:13 PM Subject: In Praise of my amazing new Pentax: The ME super!!! Just one thing. There's a little window on the back of the top plate below the winder, with little black and orange bars in it. Whatzit? - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: MZ-S is really good ?
On Thu, 19 Apr 2001, Doug Brewer wrote: Let me give you some advice, my little friend. Get rid of your MZ-3 and buy an F100. If you don't, you'll never be able to look your little Nikon buddies in the eye, because you're more worried about what they think about your camera than you are about your photographs. Did you get this impression? I find a lot of clover's posts to be long on opinion and short on explanation, but for some reason this one didn't rub me the wrong way. I took it to mean that he's admitting that the MZ-S is a perfectly fine camera for someone who knows what it does and doesn't need any more features, but that he personally would have liked a faster shutter, drive, etc. Whatever his motivation, we can't really fault him for having high expectations... just for criticizing the camera without explaining why he was doing so (which I didn't see in his post). Just something to think about. chris At 1:46 AM +02004/19/01, Pentax Clover caused thus to appear: Hello I was thinking about the MZ-S and I realize something : The MZ-S is perfectly good for the user who knows what he is going to get... From my experience, we usually do not use all function of a SLR. I know that I feel needed sometimes with my MZ-3., so the MZ-S is a good SLR if I wish to replace my MZ-3. As often, there is much asked things which are not very usefull. The MZ-S is a Pentax version of a SLR which you can easily use. (as easy as a MZ-3) Of course, I am still wishing a better SLR, but I forget to mention that it is a good SLR if we know all our needs so we cannot buy it wrongly. Hoping for a new body for myself, but hoping a MZ-S for Pentax users who need it ! See you [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- Douglas Forrest Brewer Ashwood Lake Photography [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.alphoto.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Telezoom follow-up, Dumb Question
K C [EMAIL PROTECTED] napisa³ / wrote: Thanks for all the great feedback on Telezooms and picks. In reading some of the comments, it sounded like these lenses tend to be soft in the far range, e.g. 240 to 300 on a 70/80-300. I'm assuming this is some artifact of lens design, and was wondering (here's the Dumb Question part), if a 70-300 is sharp through 240mm or so, and a 70-210 is sharp through 150mm or so, wouldn't a 70-300 still be a better choice, or at least better alternative to its shorter range peer? Heh:) I used to think the same:) Well, as for the consumer grade zooms, that they lose sharpness at a long end is a general rule, but no lens model behaves in the same way. Comparing Tamrons - 70-210 and 70-300 - I find the latter to be VERY (for me unacceptably) soft from about 250mm, while the former is acceptably sharp (for this class of lenses, of course) through almost whole focal length. Besides, it focuses faster and tends to hunt much less. And IMO there's no real need to have a zoom with focal length reaching 300 mm. You still won't be able to shoot the Moon and that additional 100mm (above 200mm of course:)) adds too much weight, hunting problems etc. Instead of this I'd rather get some 500mm prime and perhaps a TC. Also, is the Pentax 80-200 folks mentioned the one that is 2.8 constant? or the SMC-F 80-200 4,7-5,6? How well do these perform in the far range? I mentioned the latter. It is IMHO very sharp for it's class. While I can stand the quality of mi pics made with the Tamron 70-210 (unlike my pics made with that Tamron 70- 300, which I cannot), the quality (sharpness, saturation, bokeh) of the pics made with SMC F 80-200 4,7-5,6 is uncomparably far superior to them. Of course, if your budget allows you to buy that 80-200 f/2,8 - don't even think twice! Go and get it! Greetz Artur -- = "Our time has come, get ready to fight. Sisters and brothers, in metal unite. The dreams that you had are about to come true. The voice of the Warrior is calling for you!" Hammerfall "The Way of the Warrior" --- Bezpieczne zakupy w sieci! http://www.ws.pl/Reklama/m.html?s=3 - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Loose lens on A3000
Could be the very thin ring that sits under the camera mount. regards, Alan Chan I finally got around to buying some replacement screws for the lens mount area. I was all thrilled and excited and I find that my lenses do not feel firmly attached. There is a tiny bit of play on both K-mount lenses I attach to it. This is not at all like my K1000 which has a definite solid feel. Might anyone have any thoughts on causes and/or possible solutions. The camera was free but I had hoped to make it of use. -Mark Sheftick _ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Regarding ND Filters
Flavio Minelli writes: I once saw a ND filter letting in 1 stop less light in the center. It was supposed to be used with cheap wide angles with huge light falloff. You can also get them for large format wide-angles, as well as some medium format ones. For these lenses they are horrendously expensive and have to be designed specifically to match a particular lens for best results. Cheers, - Dave David A. Mann, B.E. email [EMAIL PROTECTED] * http://www.digistar.com/~dmann/ "Why is it that if an adult behaves like a child they lock him up, while children are allowed to run free on the streets?" -- Garfield - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
