Re: Layers, Sharp Focus, and New-Fangled Color Film
Hi, Shel Belinkoff wrote: Recent threads have got me to thinkin' about this new-fangled colour film. BW film generally has but one layer, and color film has three or four layers. Now, when one focuses, does all the light converge on one plane? This is something which has intrigued me since the introduction of apo lenses. Assumedly, film manufacturers are striving to create better colour, etc, and thereby causing the film to become marginally thicker. Contrariwise, lens manufacturers are convincing us that we should be buying lenses which focus light of all colours in the same plane. A paradox of the first order, unless. the margins of error are so small as to be unnoticable. No, perish the thought that this could all be marketing speak! mike - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
Hi, Mike Johnston wrote: But here's the real rub for your argument. IF you could see a full-color proof the size of your computer monitor for each shot you took, would you really need to print every single photograph you shot? If you could somehow preview your 24-exposure roll before you had it processed and printed at the Wal-Mart, do you think you'd still ask them to process and print each and every frame? Here's an interesting experience: go to Poland (and maybe many other cost-conscious countries) and go to the local Kodak Express or other processor. Watch people get their processed roll of negative and hold it up to the light to choose which frames they get printed, as prints are charged per unit. Watch the family point (hard, with sharp fingernails) to the ones _they_ want printing. Then watch the prints being made, everything paid for and then the negative strip (whole film still) rolled up _really_ tight and wrapped in newspaper, for safe keeping. Keeps me amused for hours.. mike - 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 .
First tripod
I have a feeling I'll be getting a tripod this Christmas ;) This will be my first tripod, but that doesn't mean I'm after a cheap one; I'm willing to spend a bit more to get one that will last my whole photographic career (up to £100). I'm based in the U.K., and am currently just looking at the Jessops catalog. (BTW, Are Jessops' own brand tripods ok?) Any tips/advice/money greatly appreciated! Thanks, Michael -- Michael Henry Systems Support Administrator Address: 4 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6JP Tel: +44 (0)20 7802 fax: +44 (0)20 7802 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] do something lastminute.com -- This e-mail is intended for the named addressee only. It may contain confidential and/or privileged information. If you have received this message in error, please let us know and then delete this message from your system. You should not copy the message, use it for any purpose or disclose its contents to anyone. [demime 0.98e removed an attachment of type application/octet-stream which had a name of Michael Henry.vcf] - 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 .
FA* 200/4 Macro vs. A* 200/4 Macro (WAS: Re: pentax 200mm f/4 macro)
Jonathan wrote: They are ~not~ optically identical, and I have no idea how the FA* compares to the A*. The FA* is slightly sharper. Both are superb and offer great bokeh. The FA* is heavier but offer much better handling due to inner focusing . AF also works great for macro with the MZ-S. Pål - 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 Battery Drain - where the juice goes...
Rob wrote: Which type of cap is this? The MZ-S is supplied with the push-on style body cap, given the propensity of these to pop off I simply replaced it with what I thought was a universal Pentax K-mount cap (which causes the index lamp to remain illuminated). It's a the cap Pentax currently offer it you order one. Not the type that follow the new cameras but similar to the old bayonet type offered with the LX, with the exception that the new one locks into place just like a lens does. This means that you have to press the bayonet release button in order to remove the lens cap from the body. Pål - 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 .
New AF360FGZ flash; Problems?
I received this from a fellow in Hong Kong: One disappointing feature I've found out in the new flash is that there is no auto flash exposure compensation for bodies older than MZ-S, such as my MZ-50. It is because the function can only be activated on P-TTL mode. Flash output level can only be altered at manual mode in older bodies. Other features like high-speed sync. also not works for the older bodies. For older bodies users, the new flash seems to me that it doesn't offer anything extra to the old AF550FTZ flash. But I am not sure whether I have used the new flash in a proper way or there is any other tricks to bypass the restriction. I should be grateful if you would check with the other PDML users whom have got the new flash whether my observation is true or not. Thanks! -- Pål - 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: Any one used Acupan?
Wednesday, November 21, 2001, 9:39:21 PM, Paul wrote: PJ Hi, PJ I'm looking for comments on Acupan 200 and 800, my local film supplier has PJ stopped stocking it and is selling it all of quite cheaply, so if it was any PJ good i was going to pick some up. PJ It comes in little packs with developer and fixer or just in normal single PJ rolls. PJ Is the developer and fixer it comes with worth using? Hi, Acupan sold by Patterson is simply rebadged Foma film Fomapan T. I know it well because it is made in my country. I tried out extensively Fomapan T800, and simply - it sucks. It is just 640 film (like the Fuji 1600 is also only ~640, and TMZ is ~1000), that's not a problem though. Problem is ugly grain in most developers and bad pushing. HP5+ is much better, I regulary use HP5+ at 800 iso without _any_ degradation from 400 iso speed. But one reviewer I trust quite liked the film in Pattersons' Varispeed developer, so you may try it in it. Fomapan T200, OTOH, is very nice film. Try it out in Xtol 1+3, do a series of exposures shot at 125,160,200 iso. One of them should work best for you. Also try it out in Microphen, 1+1 or 1+3, at 160 and 200 iso. I have some nice 30x40cm blowups on it, without any problems. Just now, I like to use Fomapan 100, developed in Microphen 1+1, which, when spotmetered, captures a suprisingly wide range of shadows and highlights. It also has crisp but small grain, 30x40cm without problems and bigger of course possible too (but 30x40 is my current limit on easel and trays. Which is fun - I rarely print smaller in BW :) I don't know about the developer and fixer it comes with, but if it's Patterson's FX39, it's said it's _the_ developer for Acupan 200. Or try Xtol and Microphen. Any Thiosulfide ammonium fixer is good, use the cheapest available (don't use the old non-rapid fixers, though, they are less permitting on overfixing) Frantisek Best regards, Frantisek Vlcek - 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: Is PUG down, or is it me?
William Robb wrote: I have it coming in, but it is slow tonight. I have an email in with Igor. I am sure it is a short term situation. William Robb PUG Gallery Maintainer Woke up this morning, and it's coming in fine, Bill. Thanks for your response, and your efforts! -frank - Original Message - From: frank theriault Subject: Is PUG down, or is it me? Damn! I was finally gonna get to doing my critiques tonight - the Tragically Hip is on the stereo real loud, and I got a cigarette going - and I can't get into PUG. Anyone else having the same problem (with PUG, not with smoking or listening to great Canadian rock bands), or is it just me? regards, frank - 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 . -- The optimist thinks this is the best of all possible worlds. The pessimist fears it is true. -J. Robert Oppenheimer - 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 .
bidpay.com
Hi, Does anyone here have experience with bidpay? They say it's OK to send the goods once they send you the 2'nd confirmation e-mail, because that means the check has been mailed. Is this true from anyone here's experience? Thanks, Ed http://lightandsilver.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: Pentax lens on Gold Coast - FWIW
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: There was an SMC Pentax-M 28mm f2.8 lens which they wanted AUD$120 for. ...snip... (but please let me know if the 2.8 is a particularly good lens ;) Rob, Just the opposite. It's a dog. Wait for a K28/3.5. Regards, Bob S. - 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: Interpolation (Was Re: The true cost of free digital?)
On Wed, Nov 21, 2001 at 01:02:31PM -0500, Aaron Reynolds wrote: On Wednesday, November 21, 2001, at 09:43 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: When I speak about medium format digital, I mean (or meant to say) film to drum scanned medium format. I was astonished at the size of the files when I had my 6x7 negs scanned the first time. They eat up ZIP 250 disks. Our little Polaroid SprintScan 120 (which was $4000 CDN) puts out files in the neighborhood of 200 megs from 6x7. I love it. Set to 8000dpi interpolated and 48 bit colour, the file size is up over a gig! More information than I can use with my printer, but that's a good thing. Question unrelated to cost of digital: what's the purpose of interpolation in the scanner, versus interpolating/resampling on the computer? -- Francis Tang, Postgraduate Research Student. LFCS, Div. of Informatics, Uni. of Edinburgh, EH9 3JZ, UK. Tel: +44 131 6505185. Fax: +44 131 6677209. Office: 1603, JCMB, KB. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] WWW: http://www.dcs.ed.ac.uk/home/fhlt/ - 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: developing tri-x in ilfosol-s
Dear Geordie, On Wed, Nov 21, 2001 at 02:36:29PM -0800, Geordie wrote: I was wondering if anyone could tell me a developing time for tri-x 400 film in Ilford Ilfosol-S developer? I used to use Ilfosol S for my Ilford film, but I wasn't really satisfied when using it with HP5. I tried LC29 (maybe called HC-D in the US) and have never looked back. If you have the curiosity, maybe you might want to try this developer too. In use it's just like Ilfosol S (except for dilutions and timings.) Frank. -- Francis Tang, Postgraduate Research Student. LFCS, Div. of Informatics, Uni. of Edinburgh, EH9 3JZ, UK. Tel: +44 131 6505185. Fax: +44 131 6677209. Office: 1603, JCMB, KB. Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] WWW: http://www.dcs.ed.ac.uk/home/fhlt/ - 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: APO Lenses (was Re: Layers, Sharp Focus, andNew-FangledColor Film)
Rob Brigham wrote: I think you are confusing this with 'Aspherical' - shape of lenses to correct aberrations. The Sigma APO refers to a lens coating rather than lens design. You're probably right about the aspherical, but Sigma identifies the number of APO elements in their lenses, so I'm guessing that coating alone is not quite right. Unless only a few elements get special coating? Everytime I talk about the technical stuff, I feel like a 13 year old boy discussing women. Grin. -Lon - 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: Help with LX metering issue
Jaume Lahuerta wrote: Hi, I finally joined the dream (LX) team, enabled by a PDMLer of course. :-) I am now in the paranoiac phase where I see sticky mirrors and problems everywhere. Well, I have ruled out sticky mirror, but there is a strange behaviour in Automatic mode that I would like to check with you. In automatic mode and low speed, there is a difference between the speed indicated in the viewfinder and the actual speed when shooting (always lower when shooting, 1 or even 2 stops). I don't know if this happens in higher speeds, since I can't distinguish between 1/60 and 1/125. My tests are always around 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 easy to differentiate by hearing it. So, my test are always in low light conditions and 'border line' situations, meaning, a little variation of the camera position changes the viewfinder indication. Do you think there is something wrong? What kind of test can I made to make sure that I have to repair it? I'm guessing, having never used an LX, that what you're seeing is a) a stepless shutter in action --- coupled with b) a display that doesn't show shutter speed at fine resolution. Therefore, for example, the display might show 1/8 but the shutter is firing at anywhere between, say, 1/6 to 1/12. Any LXers want to jump in here? - 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: Teleconverter w. FA*80-200/2.8?
On Tue, 20 Nov 2001 08:35:18 -0500, Mark Roberts wrote: I just discovered that my Sigma EX APO teleconverter (the 2x one) won't work with my SMC-FA*80-200/2.8 (either the elements of the teleconverter extend too far forward or the elements of the lens extend too far back; I'm going to let them argue amongst themselves as to which is actually the case). The Pentax 1.7x AF converter works fine. Can anyone recommend a good 1.4x TC? I'd like to try the Sigma EX APO 1.4x since the 2x is so good, but I'm hesitant to buy it given the problem with the 2x and this lens. I have the 2x mainly for use with my 300mm prime but I'd definitely want a 1.4x to be usable with the 80-200 zoom. Hi Mark, I have 3 Sigma converters, the 1.4x and 2x APO and a 'normal' 1.4x The 1.4x will probably have the same problem, it is only slightly better in this aspect! I just measured the clearing between the K-mount flange and TC front-lens for all: STD 1.4x8.5 mm APO 1.4x 1.9 mm APO 2x 1.4 mm So while the 2x APO is worst, the 1.4x is not far behind. The STD 1.4x would not be a problem, but lacks optical quality compared to the others. Regards, Jan van Wijk - 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: Help with LX metering issue
Jaume, No, I don't think there is anything wrong with your LX. What you describe is standard operating procedure. The LX reads off the film. Mine often seems a bit longer than it said on the meter, when shooting at 1/2 sec or slower. Go shoot some film in the dark and stop worrying! And remember, the LX is smarter than the MZ-M. Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In automatic mode and low speed, there is a difference between the speed indicated in the viewfinder and the actual speed when shooting (always lower when shooting, 1 or even 2 stops). I don't know if this happens in higher speeds, since I can't distinguish between 1/60 and 1/125. My tests are always around 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8… easy to differentiate by hearing it. So, my test are always in low light conditions and 'border line' situations, meaning, a little variation of the camera position changes the viewfinder indication. Using my MZ-M in the same condition and same lens produces a similar reading, but it seems a more 'stable' indication, and there is no difference with the actual shooting speed (I know that it is a completely different technology, though). Also, the MZ-M has 1/2 stop steps. IMPORTANT: I first tested without film but after I did it WITH an exposed film loaded. (because I have read that 'dry' shooting can produce this error). I also tried moving the ISO dial as indicated in Rob Studdert's web site, in case there is some dirt inside that produces a false reading. Do you think there is something wrong? What kind of test can I made to make sure that I have to repair it? In case there is something broken, is it an expensive repair? - 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: Help with LX metering issue
Hi, try it with another lens ! The viewfinder tells you the result of the calculation regarding the incoming light and the aperture simulation resistor. If the closed aperture is not according to the resistor value, the LX will control a different shutter speed, because the final shutter speed is controlled after the aperture closed and the shutter opened. I had this happen with one lens, but the pictures came out OK ! That's one of the big advantages of the LX. If the problem remains also with another lens, I suppose the resistor of the aperture simulation is not OK. On the other hand your MZ-M gives the same metering. Are the pictures with the MZ-M and this lens correct exposed ? But a real quotation would be only possible with slide film, I think. good luck for testing regards Bernd Jaume Lahuerta wrote: ... In automatic mode and low speed, there is a difference between the speed indicated in the viewfinder and the actual speed when shooting (always lower when shooting, 1 or even 2 stops). I don't know if this happens in higher speeds, since I can't distinguish between 1/60 and 1/125. My tests are always around 1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8... easy to differentiate by hearing it. So, my test are always in low light conditions and 'border line' situations, meaning, a little variation of the camera position changes the viewfinder indication. Using my MZ-M in the same condition and same lens produces a similar reading, but it seems a more 'stable' indication, and there is no difference with the actual shooting speed (I know that it is a completely different technology, though). Also, the MZ-M has 1/2 stop steps. IMPORTANT: I first tested without film but after I did it WITH an exposed film loaded. (because I have read that 'dry' shooting can produce this error). I also tried moving the ISO dial as indicated in Rob Studdert's web site, in case there is some dirt inside that produces a false reading. Do you think there is something wrong? What kind of test can I made to make sure that I have to repair it? In case there is something broken, is it an expensive repair? - 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: Pixel Reserves
Bill, Easy for you to say that now... In 20 or 30 years, the sheepherders in Greenland will be sending their kids to the London School of Economics and somebody will decide that they should form a cartel and start charging whatever the market will bear for those pixels. Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Shel wrote: Yeah, but in 30 years, when there are no more pixels, what'll we do? We're using pixels at an alarming rate! At some point we'll run out. not to worry, Shelthey just discovered a huge reserve of pure pixels under Greenland - enuf to last for eternity and they'll be too cheap to meter once the technology bugs get worked out regarding getting them to the surface. ... it's my Friday !8^D - Bill D. Casselberry ; Photography on the Oregon Coast - 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: TTL multiflash with METZ
They were just trying to protect their hair and eyebrows from the flash. The camera had already been focussed and the picture composed. A slight over-dump of flash powder could leave the photographer himself smokin' unless he was careful. I don't know this first hand, but a teacher I had as a young lad gave me this explanation. He ignited just a bit of flash powder for a demonstration, too. After seeing that, the explanation seemed pretty reasonable. Len --- - like the old time photographers with head under the largeformat focusing hood of their 5x7 or larger camera, holding with one hand above the camera a bracket with flashpowder... Smile! I have seen pictures depicting this. But since there is no way you can see through a view camera once the film holder is inserted, it is not very realistic. --graywolf - 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: ZX-10
Dear All, Can anyone tell me if the panoramic switch on the ZX-10 does anything except mask off the top bottom of the negative (a la APS). It doesn't do real panoramic photos does it? Thats all it does. But worse. It actually masks the film, whereas with APS, we mask the print. William Robb Hmmm. I didn't know that. So I guess that, if the customer wanted the full print from a particular panoramic, you could do that for him. Does that mean that all of the negs are shot in full frame but it's just the setup data recorded on the data stripe that determines how they are printed? I have never really delved into APS to see how the cameras worked because I have had no interest in working with film formats smaller than 35mm. Len --- - 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: MX Focusing Screens
I think you're a good guesser ;-)) HUDERER Bernd wrote: Hi, the internal meter gets more light and controls a shorter shutter speed, so your pictures will be under exposed. Of course, that's just a wild guess ! ;-) -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/pow/enter.html http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/cameras/pentax_repair_shops.html - 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: Halftone Screens from Inkjet Printers?
I have postscript software for my Epson 1200. I bought it so that I could print Quark documents. It does that, but the color management is completely different, and I haven't been able to come close to the quality I can achieve printing PhotoShop pictures. Paul Stenquist Aaron Reynolds wrote: On Wednesday, November 21, 2001, at 07:25 PM, Rob Studdert wrote: So you need a PostScript RIP for an Ethernet capable inkjet printer to emulate the any types of half-tone screening that would generally be applied to conventional chemical proofs/press output? They tried to sell us a RIP with our Epson 7500...for a truly insane amount of money, considering the cost of the printer itself. -Aaron - 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 .
Thanksgiving Greetings ...
... and best wishes for a great and happy holiday. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/pow/enter.html http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/cameras/pentax_repair_shops.html - 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: You get what you pay for - (reels)
I bought some Hewes reels as well after reading about them here. Another great example of how valuable this list can be. Paul Delano M. wrote: Well, I finally went out and shelled out $21 for a Hewes developing reel - about $10 more than the ones I previously purchased. All I can say is WOW what a difference! Rolling the film on there the first time was like buttah. Mike Johnston wrote: Very pleased to hear this. Now cheap digicams may not, but those reels really *WILL* last a lifetime, literally, so take good care of them. Good going Delano-- --Mike - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
My boss is a devoted sports photographer who was spending a huge amount of money on Ilfochrome prints at a very good custom lab. I asked him to let me see a sheet of his transparencies. I scanned them on our Agfa Duoscan T2500 at 4000 dpi, then printed the 50 meg images on Ilford Fine Art paper in my Epson 1200. When I handed hime the 10 x 7 prints, he was absolutely blown away. The images were crisper and more vibrant than his Ilfochromes. The very next day he bought an Epson 1280, a new G4 880 Mac, and a Nikon film scanner. (He makes an obscene amount of money, the bastard. I billed him for the half dozen sheets of that expensive paper :-) Paul Shel Belinkoff wrote: Mike ... If you mean using digital cameras, well, I'm not particularly interested at this point. Digital cameras don't work properly for much of my photography. However, I do scan some of my work and put it up for all to see, and it's quite possible that, given a good photograph and a good negative and a good scan, I may have a digital print made. Actually, I intend to do just that, and have already contacted a couple of places to get an idea of what's required for a high end print. Also, although it's a cheap one, I've been using a digital camera longer than it seems you have, albeit for entirely different purposes. Mike Johnston wrote: But while we're on the subject of changing viewpoints, I think what you (and Shel and Mafud and Christian etc.) are forgetting is that I was just like you a year ago. I was saying all the same things, making all the same arguments. Digital is coming to your lives as photographers, just as it came to mine (whether we also stick with film or not). The only difference between any of us is WHEN we jump in. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/pow/enter.html http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/cameras/pentax_repair_shops.html - 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 .
Happy Happy
I'm going out of town for the holiday weekend. Hope all of you find much for which to be thankful, especially those here in the States. Have fun, Doug -- 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: You get what you pay for - (reels)
When I found out they were made for Jobo tanks, I grabbed a few myself after a plastic Jobo reel broke. They're a good investment in long term durability, and easier to use than any SS reel I've tried. PAUL STENQUIST wrote: I bought some Hewes reels as well after reading about them here. Another great example of how valuable this list can be. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/pow/enter.html http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/cameras/pentax_repair_shops.html - 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: what are the epson tanks?
Oh that hurts Mike.Stop hitting me there. Dave Begin Original Message From: Mike Johnston [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wed, 21 Nov 2001 23:27:42 -0600 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: what are the epson tanks? usual cost for all+- $150 Can Hmm, there goes that Canadian dollar again :- ) I paid US $53.58 plus shipping for a full set of BCE-6 inks (for the Canon S800) at techstore.com. Pentax User Stouffville Ontario Canada Sign up today for your Free E-mail at: http://www.canoe.ca/CanoeMail - 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: Pancake lens
I acquired a 40mm pancake lens as part of a package that included a K 85/1.8 and an MX. I had intended to sell it, but I took it with me to Mexico a few weeks ago, since I figured I could use it with the MX as a very compact package. It was great. I have a pair of shorts with large pockets that can be fastened shut. I was able to walk through areas rife with pickpockets and thieves with the camera tucked securely in my pocket. When I found something to shoot, I could pull it out and work inconspicuously. And the results appear to be quite good. I may submit a pancake lens photo for the January PUG. And if I ever get my web site working, I'll be posting a few. Paul David A. Mann wrote: Hi all, I had a look at an example of the famous pancake lens this evening. I have no idea why people pay so much for those things, but I can see how they'd be useful on an ME Super. That'd be almost as small as a rangefinder :) I'll stick with my 43mm Limited... Cheers, - Dave David A. Mann, B.E. (Elec) 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 . - 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: Help with LX metering issue
Hi Jaume, This is normal LX behaviour. Although it gives you a number in the viewfinder, in automatic mode it constantly reads the light reflected off the film and decides from that when the exposure should end. You can only change this and get the speed seen in the viewfinder by selecting manual speeds. Well-used LX's are the best - they like it rough 8-) And yes, repairs are expensive. mike - 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-6 Production volumes
My japanese isn't that good but it seems like Pentax settles for a monthly production of 10.000 units of the MZ-6. Thats pretty good. The new flash will be made at a rate of 1000/month. Sombody posted awhile back that the digital Contax will be made in a volume of 1000/month. If true, I think this is a grossly overrated production volume. That a $6000+ digital slr will sell 10% of the MZ-6 is not just possible in my opinion. Pål - 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: Scanning and printing
On Mon, 19 Nov 2001 21:22:49 -0500, you wrote: After reading much about ink-jet prints etc here I thought I would try printing my scans on my DeskJet. Equipment as follows: http://mick.maguire.net/ Check for the following potential problems: 1. Maybe it's a low-resolution file. From your original scan, resample to the desired print size at a resolution of 300 ppi. 2. Maybe you have the wrong paper type selected. In the HP Deskjet Properties dialog, select HP Premium Photo Paper if you want to print on glossy photo paper. 3. Maybe the Color tab in the HP Deskjet Properties is set to Manual and Dither. For photo-type prints, select Auto, or select Manual - Scatter. (Auto usually prints the color too intense, Manual - Scatter with the Intensity slider set to midpoint works best for me.) The HP Deskjet Properties dialog settings may have changed a little. I am looking at the dialog box from a two year old Deskjet. I have a new Deskjet at work, and I could check that out after the holiday if you like. I can tell you that if I start with a TIFF file at 300 ppi, and set the Deskjet to Premium Photo Paper and Auto color settings, the print is fine for casual viewing. I don't usually try to go further with my Deskjets, such as enabling ICM profiles. HP Deskjets don't match the photo-realistic output of the Epson and Canon photo-quality inkjets, but mostly because the Deskjets are designed for an office or home-office environment rather than photo-hobbyists. Deskjets are fast and reliable, excellent for office BW junk, and very good for color work that is non-photographic. Deskjets also print excellent overhead transparencies fairly quickly - and changing the cartridge on a Deskjet gets you a new print head. BTW, I have a dozen or so framed 8x10's around the house. From across the room, I can't tell which ones were printed on a Deskjet at 600 dpi and which ones were printed on a very expensive six-color Epson at 1440 dpi. But up close, the Epson prints are clearly superior - the Epson prints have almost invisible ink droplets and smooth tonal gradations, while the Deskjet droplets are visible and the tonal transitions are more abrupt. -- John Mustarde - 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: Critique request
Delano, If it's not too late to reply to your request, I think you need to thank the person who chose the boy's shirt for the day. The dark brown goes perfectly with the rest of your good photograph. It helps make it, in other words. Tone-wise, you've got a plain if simple photo with sepia tones on the child's face, a dark brown background with blurry spots that don't compete for attention (on my monitor, at least), and the dark brown shirt. Hey, it's got yellow stripes! When you said you wanted a critique, I assume you wanted something slightly more thoughtful than the words in a Chinese fortune cookie. Let me try. The things I notice are that you chose a high angle and you aren't giving us any clues as to what the boy is looking at. The fact that I noticed the angle is high does not mean you should have taken it at a lower angle. I just noticed the angle was high, and that's FWIW. As for the lack of clues as to what has the boy's attention, if you were to provide clues you would have a different and far less simple picture. Besides, nowhere is it written that poetry and photographs must tell you everthing. You've taken a lovely picture of a child in one of those delicious moments when he is opening his mind to a cause of wonder. He looks to me as if he is trying to figure out how to use whatever information he is getting, and I enjoy looking at your photo and creating my own story of what the boy is thinking. The Pentax 50mm f1.7 SMC-M is one of four Pentax lenses that I own. It came with the first Pentax I bought, an ME-Super, over 20 years ago, and I love it, especially in low light. I don't know the film you used (Ilford 3200) but I am impressed with the color saturation of so fast a film. It does look look like you've got some hot spots especially on his cheek, but when you are wearing the perfect shirt for the occasion, what's a few extra Kelvins among friends? I hope this boy will get a copy of his photo that he can carry with him through his life, and that he will from time to time look at it and be reminded of his childhood and how wonderful it was and is to be learning things and adding to his experience. Bill Sullivan - Original Message - From: Peifer, William [OCDUS] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: 'Delano Mireles' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 19, 2001 6:11 AM Subject: RE: Critique request Hi Delano, Wonderful shot! I really like the lighting on this one. Once again, you've captured just the right moment, I think. (I also liked the one of your son you submitted to the PUG a couple months ago -- another nice moment as well.) Thanks for sharing! Bill Peifer Rochester, NY -Original Message- From: Delano Mireles [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, November 15, 2001 10:32 PM To: pentax discuss pdml.net Subject: Critique request If anyone has the time I'd appreciate any critique on the following image: http://www.photocritique.net/g/s?00n2Vn Thank you! Delano - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
On Thursday, November 22, 2001, at 01:47 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: E. Medium format digital is alive and well in product (still life) shooting. It's alive and well in studio shooting in general. Most (if not all) current digital backs work properly with strobe, and this change has convinced many studios to move to digital for some or all of their work, because they don't need to repurchase their lighting or change their shooting style. Most of the big catalog guys in Toronto have moved to digital. Even the smaller studios are considering it. -Aaron - 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 .
Monopod for heavy camera
I have started a search for a monopod to use inconjuction with the N D1 i use for on site stuff.I have been using the neck strap which basicly is a pain in the neck and have seen others using this camera carry a sturdy monopod. Can any one help me start the search with recommendations. Its a heavy camera with lenses attached so a sturdy pod is a must and i know nothing of add on heads but would like one with a 90 degree tilt so i can go from landscape-portrait quickly. I have a light weight Slik i use for my video and manual Pentax bodies but i'm afraid its to light for the D1 Thanks in advance Dave Pentax User Stouffville Ontario Canada Sign up today for your Free E-mail at: http://www.canoe.ca/CanoeMail - 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: Interpolation (Was Re: The true cost of free digital?)
On Thursday, November 22, 2001, at 07:19 AM, Francis Tang wrote: Question unrelated to cost of digital: what's the purpose of interpolation in the scanner, versus interpolating/resampling on the computer? To offer a scanner with a higher maximum resolution. ;) Really, I don't know. I've always thought that images look (comparatively) like crap using the scanner's interpolation. -Aaron - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
On Thursday, November 22, 2001, at 01:27 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But we all know if you buy one of an object, (in this instance, a camera-printer-computer), and use it, you ~will~ replace it. What if it's well-built and lasts a long time? ;) We bought our big digital printer when I was presented with a print that I felt exceeded what we could do in our chemical darkroom, and also that I could sell to our customers as photographic. I also bought a well-built printer. I do not intend to replace it in the next product cycle (which came a full four months after I plunked my money down), or even the one after that. In fact, I don't intend to replace it unless it develops a serious problem that cannot be economically fixed. On the other hand, I paid $7500, not $75. You get what you pay for. Anyone who expects a printer that costs less than $100 to last is nuts. -Aaron - 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: Why Fuji Blue Max is evil?
On Wednesday, November 21, 2001, at 10:45 PM, Bill D. Casselberry wrote: See! Even w/ the US/Canandian exchange rate Fuji is dumping to the US market somewhat. Surprize, Surprize!! Actually, with the US - Canada exchange factored in, they're selling it for about the same as I am. Film is a low profit margin item. Shopper's Drug Mart have Kodak's Gold 100/24 on for $2.99 most of the time. Does that mean Kodak is dumping? -Aaron - 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: Is PUG down, or is it me?
On Wednesday, November 21, 2001, at 09:41 PM, frank theriault wrote: Damn! I was finally gonna get to doing my critiques tonight - the Tragically Hip is on the stereo real loud, and I got a cigarette going - and I can't get into PUG. Anyone else having the same problem (with PUG, not with smoking or listening to great Canadian rock bands), or is it just me? Frank, are you eating a cruller? -Aaron - 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: Jobo service manuals
On Thursday, November 22, 2001, at 01:52 AM, Rob Studdert wrote: Does anyone have a clue how I might obtain a copy of the service manual for a Jobo ATL1 automatic processor? I have tried my local distributors but they do not supply service manuals. Some time ago I bought some parts from Jobo USA direct, included in the order was this particular manual, instead I ended up with the users manual. Anyone have direct contacts or other suggestions? How similar is the ATL 1 to the ATL 3? I have a ratty photocopy of the ATL 3 manual that I could copy for you if your search ends up fruitless. I'll ask Lisle-Kelco if they sell service manuals. They're the Canadian Jobo reseller. -Aaron - 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: Why Fuji Blue Max is evil?
And, Camera World of Carolina, in Charlotte, sells Agfa Vista 100 for $5.00 for a 4 pack, $1.25 per roll of 27 exposures. Bill, KG4LOV [EMAIL PROTECTED] Shopper's Drug Mart have Kodak's Gold 100/24 on for $2.99 most of the time. Does that mean Kodak is dumping? -Aaron - 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: Thanksgiving Greetings ...
In a message dated 11/22/2001 9:06:47 AM US Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ditto from the Great White North And all the best from Indiana! Ed M. - 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 .
Lens Opinion Site updated
Thanks for the comments about the Len's (and Stan's) web site which I posted in beta version on my kc.rr.com site a few days ago. I think I have now corrected those glitches that were pointed out to me, plus some others that weren't. I have moved the new version to the primary site, concentric.net. If you find any broken links or other major issues, please let me know. If there are formatting difficulties (but it still works ok) I would like to know just because I have a lot to learn about how the HTML code reacts on different systems with different browsers. But I won't spend much time mixing cosmetic stuff; now that I have the content up-to-date, I am working on a new look for the site. For those who haven't seen this before, what I am referring to is the site at www.concentric.net/~smhalpin. Starting with January (or June?) 1997, I have read the discussions on this list about Pentax lenses, extracted the portions that seemed cogent to me, and assembled those comments into the referenced website. I have further edited the comments so that there is a brief comments section and a Long comments section. At this point, if you print the LongComments as is, you'll have 150-200 pages of material (depending on the font size you choose). It is at about 350k on the server. If you print the brief comments, that is at about 40 pages. If one were to scroll down through the Long comments, it would take between 200 and 600 page down commands (depending on browser, screen and window size, etc). Which is a major reason why I am going into a redesign; it has grown way beyond the point where anybody would ever want to actually scroll the whole thing. Enjoy, let me know if here any substantive problems with content or operation, and I'll keep working on presentation format. ¡Salud, amor, dinero, y el tiempo para gozarlos! Stan - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
I see a humor in it. It is true also. I'm not making fun of another's plight. Let me tell ya, if the people in refugee camps are running around with disposable cameras and getting film processed I'd be surprised. If they are, we better stop sending cash. Disposables are probably just about the most expensive kind of camera one can buy. While in Florida I was going to get one for the beach. Let's see, I can buy 3 single-use 24 exposure cameras for around $25.00, or I can buy a cheapo PS for $20.00 and a 4-pack of film for $8.00. I've now spent $28.00, only $3.00 more, I have an extra roll of film, and a camera I can use over and over. Disposables are one of the biggest ripoffs I've seen in a long time. Tom C. Sac Ss. Right now, they have more than two billion potential customers, one Sac billion of whom don't have... electricity. As most of them don't have even enough food or drinkable water, I think Kodak will have to become a major humanitarian player if he wants to sell _any_cameras to them... The repsumption od course being that all people without electricity are poor. Not true. Sac But they all have eyes to see prints. :)) And they all got mouths to eat them (the prints) :( That's rude and crude. Mafud - 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-6 Production volumes
If speculation is right, COntax will only be able to produce them for a couple of months anyway, and will then have to wait for Phillips to start making the chip again. They may only ever make 1000!! -Original Message- From: Pål Audun Jensen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: 22 November 2001 15:34 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: MZ-6 Production volumes My japanese isn't that good but it seems like Pentax settles for a monthly production of 10.000 units of the MZ-6. Thats pretty good. The new flash will be made at a rate of 1000/month. Sombody posted awhile back that the digital Contax will be made in a volume of 1000/month. If true, I think this is a grossly overrated production volume. That a $6000+ digital slr will sell 10% of the MZ-6 is not just possible in my opinion. Pål - 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: Layers, Sharp Focus, and New-Fangled Color Film
Mike W. wrote: A paradox of the first order, unless. the margins of error are so small as to be unnoticable. No, perish the thought that this could all be marketing speak! They're insignificant. Depth of focus can extend several millimeters. There is probably a lot more slop in many areas of camera design and function than you imagine. For instance, viewfinders are seldom 100% because it's very difficult to built to the tolerances needed to insure that what you see is precisely what ends up on the film--a 92% finder is convenient for the manufacturer in more than one way, not only because it allows them to make prisms and mirrors smaller, but also because it masks slop in alignment. Autofocus mechanisms can actually be made such that focus would change with the beating of your heart. But this would require exquisite precision in the rest of the mechanism, and it would be frustrating, because you could never lock on to a subject. So the manufacturers choose a tolerance--generally pretty loose tolerances, since, ironically, the looser the tolerance, the more precise it _feels_--because then it locks on to a focus distance and stays there. And if manual focus users are smirking here, don't, because manual focus is just as bad. When you really study camera focus, it becomes obvious that there is almost always focus error built into the camera (that is, when it appears to be in perfect focus, it isn't) _and_ it's almost impossible to achieve truly exact focus visually. Of course, this typically matters little, just as it does with AF. since the slop is masked by depth of field. Even a rangefinder like the M6 is not immune to these problems--although the focus mechanism is more precise than an SLR, meaning repeatable, it's not terribly accurate. With demanding tolerances, a rangefinder would need to be calibrated for each separate lens and for only one focus distance. If a specific 90mm lens is carefully calibrated for a ten-foot focus distance, for instance, then it will be very precise at that distance, but chances are that it will still show error at three feet and at 35 feet. And change lenses and all bets are off. As far as the film is concerned, the surface of the film is actually wavey--it's not perfectly flat even with a vacuum back. The ripples or whatever you want to call them are many times the depth of the emulsion. But to make matters worse, no lens is precisely flat field, although some process lenses come close. But most camera lenses cast a plane of focus that isn't a plane. That's why experimenters have to compromise on the point at which lenses are at point of best focus. If you focus in the center of the field, the moderate Hrel may be out of the plane and the corners into it again; so do you split the distance and achieve the best compromise, or do you focus one area of the field perfectly and say to hell with the rest of it? So anyway, not need to worry about whether the depth of individual emulsion layers fall within the tolerance of the apochromatic correction--such miniscule tolerances are completely overwhelmed by the slop inherent in the entire system. --Mike - 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: Is PUG down, or is it me?
Aaron Reynolds wrote: Frank, are you eating a cruller? Hi, Aaron, No, but earlier today I had a Tim Horton's Canadian Maple donut - the ones filled with what they laughingly call custard. Does that count? :-) -frank -- The optimist thinks this is the best of all possible worlds. The pessimist fears it is true. -J. Robert Oppenheimer - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
- Original Message - From: aimcompute Subject: Re: Digital cameras are FREE I see a humor in it. It is true also. I'm not making fun of another's plight. Let me tell ya, if the people in refugee camps are running around with disposable cameras and getting film processed I'd be surprised. If they are, we better stop sending cash. Disposables are probably just about the most expensive kind of camera one can buy. While in Florida I was going to get one for the beach. Let's see, I can buy 3 single-use 24 exposure cameras for around $25.00, or I can buy a cheapo PS for $20.00 and a 4-pack of film for $8.00. I've now spent $28.00, only $3.00 more, I have an extra roll of film, and a camera I can use over and over. Disposables are one of the biggest ripoffs I've seen in a long time. I read a column a while back (I think it was one of Mikes 37th frames) about this very subject. It turns out that the most economical camera to use is the most expensive and well built one money can buy. The reson is that they outlast anything else, and over time actually become less expensive to use than replacing cheap cameras as they wear out. A frind of mine has a 1975 Mercedes Benz. It is the only car he has owned since he bought it new. Since 1975, I have bought and worn out or wrecked 6 cars and 8 motorcycles, most of which were bought new. I know I have spent a lot more on my vehicles than he has. You can buy quality once, or replace cheap junk over and over. Eventually, the junk will end up costing more, as junk has no residual value (as I discovered with my Grand Am). I can't beleive how many single use camera we take in at the lab. There is a demographic to them though. The teenagers, for whom money still grows on a tree in their parents back yard use them, for the most part. Once they get a little older and get a job, they seem to gravitate towards better equipment. William Robb - 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: APO Lenses (was Re: Layers, Sharp Focus, and New-FangledColor Film)
Lon wrote: Maybe not. As I understand it, APO elements, like any other element, may be a) plastic, b) molded glass, or c) ground glass, with cost escalating from a (cheapest) to c (pricey). No, you're confusing apochromatic with aspherics, which are made in the types you ennumerate above. --Mike - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
Mafud wrote: What we're seeing right now is soaring sales in film cameras, APS and high dollar sophisticated PSs leading the way. I wonder why? You're gonna have to cite your sources here, Mafud. What you say simply isn't true. APS is in the doldrums and single-use cameras are sales volume leaders--high dollar sophisticaed PSs have never been a statistically significant sales category. See if you can get your hands on a PMA report. They're very interesting. --Mike - 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 .
off camera cord for 280T (was: 280T questions)
I have one of the TTL Duo-Sync cords for the older Pentax flashes. Used it with my 280T and pz1p... since I cannot repair my 280T, the first $20 (+ shipping) gets it. (large pause) Well, now I can't find it offhand... I know it's around here somewheres... :P If anyone's interested email me offlist, I'll find it tomorrow... Nick -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (pentax-discuss-digest) To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: pentax-discuss-digest V1 #1605 Date: Thu, Nov 22, 2001, 12:41 AM btw - what's the TTL off camera cord gizmo for a 280T/SuperProgram? I've finally got myself one and should keep an eye out for that cord gizmo - anyone got a spare laying about? Bill - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
Digital will pay for itself depending on the initial price of the hardware, the individual's film usage, the amount of prints made, and the longevity of the digital hardware. And maybe other factors such as picture-to-publication time and reduction in processing staff. Mike made a good comparison showing a return on investment of two years; Tom responded with an equally valid lack of return on investment comparison. It's really up to the individual to make a comparison based on their own usage and needs. For me, a digital SLR does not give the desired return on investment at this time. First, I'd have to switch to Nikon or Canon to even get a digital SLR. That's not in itself a bad thing. However, I am very fond of Pentax glass in general. I like the unusual old K-mount lenses. I like to carry a PZ1p and an LX, and enjoy the differences between the two cameras while sharing lenses. And, very important to me, I have some favorite Pentax lenses which have no direct Nikon or Canon equivalent. Second, I don't shoot enough film. Maybe a hundred rolls per year, maybe a little less. And I shoot pretty cheap film, with cheap processing. Enlargements come from an inkjet, so film and digital enlargements even out. So my film/processing savings are potentially too low to justify a digicam that cost much over $1500. But owning some sort of digicam is a very good thing. My work 3.3 mp digicam PS with a fine, fast zoom lens is a fun thing to have, and very useful. It won't pay for itself through film/processing savings anytime soon, but it has nevertheless earned a place in my photo toolkit. Of course, if I ran a bureau with six photogs slogging around taking ten rolls each per day just to get a handful of shots for the daily paper, we wouldn't have a scrap of film in sight. BTW, Kodak just bought Encad, who makes large-format inkjets. Kodak is trying to transition to the real world of production imaging. And Kodak's latest TV commercial shows a motion-blurred photo taken with a PS using ISO 200 film compared to a sharp photo taken with Kodak Versatility film (ISO 400 Kodak Gold, I think). Kodak hints that their Versatility film is better because pictures taken with it don't come out blurry. No mention that ISO 400 film from any other manufacturer would have allowed a faster shutter speed, resulting in the same reduced motion blur compared to the longer shutter speed required by ISO 200 film. -- John Mustarde - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
- Original Message - From: Mike Johnston Subject: Re: Digital cameras are FREE What we're seeing right now is soaring sales in film cameras, APS and high dollar sophisticated PSs leading the way. I wonder why? You're gonna have to cite your sources here. What you say simply isn't true. APS is in the doldrums and single-use cameras are sales volume leaders--high dollar sophisticaed PSs have never been a statistically significant sales category. See if you can get your hands on a PMA report. They're very interesting. I suspect his source is someone in his family who just went out and bought an expensive APS point and shoot. You are correct, Mike, there are no real hard numbers from the industry to back up statements like the one you quote above. The real numbers paint a pretty bleak picture, actually. William Robb - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
I can't beleive how many single use camera we take in at the lab. There is a demographic to them though. The teenagers, for whom money still grows on a tree in their parents back yard use them, for the most part. Once they get a little older and get a job, they seem to gravitate towards better equipment. William Robb You're absolutely correct. But look on the bright side, they keep us supplied with AA alkaline batteries :-) Bill, KG4LOV [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: Digital cameras are FREE
Yes I've seen that commercial. It's a prime example of how dumb KODAK thinks consumers may be. If it's the one I'm thinking of, a Rome vacation, they could suggest getting out of the moving vehicle and standing still... but that wouldn't sell film. Tom C. - Original Message - From: John Mustarde [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 9:45 AM Subject: Re: Digital cameras are FREE Digital will pay for itself depending on the initial price of the hardware, the individual's film usage, the amount of prints made, and the longevity of the digital hardware. And maybe other factors such as picture-to-publication time and reduction in processing staff. Mike made a good comparison showing a return on investment of two years; Tom responded with an equally valid lack of return on investment comparison. It's really up to the individual to make a comparison based on their own usage and needs. For me, a digital SLR does not give the desired return on investment at this time. First, I'd have to switch to Nikon or Canon to even get a digital SLR. That's not in itself a bad thing. However, I am very fond of Pentax glass in general. I like the unusual old K-mount lenses. I like to carry a PZ1p and an LX, and enjoy the differences between the two cameras while sharing lenses. And, very important to me, I have some favorite Pentax lenses which have no direct Nikon or Canon equivalent. Second, I don't shoot enough film. Maybe a hundred rolls per year, maybe a little less. And I shoot pretty cheap film, with cheap processing. Enlargements come from an inkjet, so film and digital enlargements even out. So my film/processing savings are potentially too low to justify a digicam that cost much over $1500. But owning some sort of digicam is a very good thing. My work 3.3 mp digicam PS with a fine, fast zoom lens is a fun thing to have, and very useful. It won't pay for itself through film/processing savings anytime soon, but it has nevertheless earned a place in my photo toolkit. Of course, if I ran a bureau with six photogs slogging around taking ten rolls each per day just to get a handful of shots for the daily paper, we wouldn't have a scrap of film in sight. BTW, Kodak just bought Encad, who makes large-format inkjets. Kodak is trying to transition to the real world of production imaging. And Kodak's latest TV commercial shows a motion-blurred photo taken with a PS using ISO 200 film compared to a sharp photo taken with Kodak Versatility film (ISO 400 Kodak Gold, I think). Kodak hints that their Versatility film is better because pictures taken with it don't come out blurry. No mention that ISO 400 film from any other manufacturer would have allowed a faster shutter speed, resulting in the same reduced motion blur compared to the longer shutter speed required by ISO 200 film. -- John Mustarde - 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: Re: Digital cameras are FREE
Thats why i did not take out an extended warranty ,offered by Staples, on the $29.00 optical logitech mouse i just bought.It breaks, its gone. Dave Begin Original Message From: Aaron Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] You get what you pay for. Anyone who expects a printer that costs less than $100 to last is nuts. -Aaron - 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 . End Original Message Pentax User Stouffville Ontario Canada Sign up today for your Free E-mail at: http://www.canoe.ca/CanoeMail - 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 .
Vs: APO Lenses (was Re: Layers, Sharp Focus, and New-FangledColor Film)
You lose - it´s glass. All the best! Raimo Personal photography homepage at http://personal.inet.fi/private/raimo.korhonen -Alkuperäinen viesti- Lähettäjä: Lon Williamson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Vastaanottaja: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Päivä: 22. marraskuuta 2001 12:37 Aihe: Re: APO Lenses (was Re: Layers, Sharp Focus, and New-FangledColor Film) snip So, I'd bet that my 70-300 Sigma APO Macro, for example, uses solution A. -Lon - 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 .
Vs: APO Lenses (was Re: Layers, Sharp Focus, and New-FangledColor Film)
You lose, too. It refers to lens construction designed to bring three primary colours to focus together. It can be done with aspherics and/or special glasses but not with coatings. Actually coating has very little to do with spectral transmission but a lot to do with lens surface reflections. All the best! Raimo Personal photography homepage at http://personal.inet.fi/private/raimo.korhonen -Alkuperäinen viesti- Lähettäjä: Rob Brigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] Vastaanottaja: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Päivä: 22. marraskuuta 2001 12:54 Aihe: RE: APO Lenses (was Re: Layers, Sharp Focus, and New-FangledColor Film) I think you are confusing this with 'Aspherical' - shape of lenses to correct aberrations. The Sigma APO refers to a lens coating rather than lens design. snip So, I'd bet that my 70-300 Sigma APO Macro, for example, uses solution A. -Lon - 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: MX Focusing Screens
Good point. The new screens are brighter than their older counterparts, although not by much - about 1/5 of a stop. And, of course, there may be differences between certain screens. That said, I'd of course check the meter for proper calibration in any case, as I'd do for all cameras and meters that i use. Thing is, the MX has a relatively poor readout, little more than a match needle system with diodes, that I may just choose to go meterless with it. The camera seems to lend itself to that type of shooting. Geoff Moes wrote: It also raises the question are the LX screens consistent in there brightness or the recalibration only be valid for certain screens? -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/pow/enter.html http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/cameras/pentax_repair_shops.html - 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-5n and grip
I was out on an errand for work yesterday and JUST HAPPENED to pass by Henrys north store so i popped in for a look at the MZ-5n kit they have on now. First time i held one and felt small rieght off the bat,but not to bad.Comes with the af35-80 zoom which seemed ok,but after a bit my right hand felt as if something else was needed. I know a battery grip is available(girl showing me the camera was not a sales person)but one was not available to try.Does the grip help make it FEEL like the older bigger AF/MF cameras.I'v grown used to the grip on the SF-1,nice and big. Dave Pentax User Stouffville Ontario Canada Sign up today for your Free E-mail at: http://www.canoe.ca/CanoeMail - 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-5n and grip
- Original Message - From: David Brooks Subject: MZ-5n and grip I was out on an errand for work yesterday and JUST HAPPENED to pass by Henrys north store so i popped in for a look at the MZ-5n kit they have on now. First time i held one and felt small rieght off the bat,but not to bad.Comes with the af35-80 zoom which seemed ok,but after a bit my right hand felt as if something else was needed. I know a battery grip is available(girl showing me the camera was not a sales person)but one was not available to try.Does the grip help make it FEEL like the older bigger AF/MF cameras.I'v grown used to the grip on the SF-1,nice and big. I like the MZ-5 better with the battery pack. Think of something about the size of an autowinder on the bottom of the camera, but with nothing coming up the front, and you get the idea. I especially like being able to replace the batteries for 5 dollars, rather than 15. William Robb - 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: Interpolation (Was Re: The true cost of free digital?)
Aaron Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Francis Tang wrote: Question unrelated to cost of digital: what's the purpose of interpolation in the scanner, versus interpolating/resampling on the computer? To offer a scanner with a higher maximum resolution. ;) Really, I don't know. I've always thought that images look (comparatively) like crap using the scanner's interpolation. I agree with Aaron here. Besides, I prefer to scan at maximum true (optical) resolution and then experiment with interpolation in the image editig software where I can change my mind about it if I don't like how it looks. WHen you do it in the scanner you're stuck with the file that's output. -- Mark Roberts www.robertstech.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 .
The digital VS film discussion
Few things to keep in mind. I would assume that 90% of the digital camera owners are computer owners. While the % of homes in the USA with computers is around 50%, its definatley not that high in most other countries. I guess we'll have to see what the Chinese consumer desires over the next few years, as they'll be the major market force before long. Maybe technology will brng to market the film that is 10x faster and the process printing takes 15 minutes including a CDROM of your pics. Maybe you'll drop your film off at KODAK/FUJI kiosk and all the pics will be in your e-mailbox by the time you get home! Its is true in the business world, companies aren't using slide projects any more! Powerpoint and a computer projector have 99% of the market! But how many of us have a $1500-6000 projector at home to view our digital pictures any larger than our monitor? That could be the next product for consumer, the digital projectors in the under $1000 range. They do double duty, as they'll be hooked up to your home entertainment system, and replace TVs. Your DVD movie will be on your wall as big as the room/optic system allows! - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
Extended warranties for electronics are a waste of money (but good for the seller). If anything is going to go wrong with any modern electronic equipment, is likely to manifest itself long before the manufacturer's warranty expires. Bill, KG4LOV [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: David Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 12:13 PM Subject: Re: Re: Digital cameras are FREE Thats why i did not take out an extended warranty ,offered by Staples, on the $29.00 optical logitech mouse i just bought.It breaks, its gone. 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 .
Re: Teleconverter w. FA*80-200/2.8?
Jan van Wijk [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Mark, I have 3 Sigma converters, the 1.4x and 2x APO and a 'normal' 1.4x The 1.4x will probably have the same problem, it is only slightly better in this aspect! I just measured the clearing between the K-mount flange and TC front-lens for all: STD 1.4x 8.5 mm APO 1.4x 1.9 mm APO 2x 1.4 mm So while the 2x APO is worst, the 1.4x is not far behind. The STD 1.4x would not be a problem, but lacks optical quality compared to the others. Thank you! I have the standard Sigma 1.4x and it does fit, but I want to sell it and get a better one. Funny thing is, I just tried the Sigma 2x and it *does* fit! I must have been fumbling too much when I tried to attach it in the field the other day. BTW: The photo I took using the Pentax 1.7x that day came out quite nice. I just added it to my fall photo collection last night, along with 3 other new shots: http://www.robertstech.com/fall_2k1.htm -- Mark Roberts www.robertstech.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-6 Production volumes
Rob Brigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If speculation is right, COntax will only be able to produce them for a couple of months anyway, and will then have to wait for Phillips to start making the chip again. They may only ever make 1000!! Actually, they've probably made that many already in the past: I've heard they're used in medium format digital backs (several CCDs per back, of course). We could be seeing more soon if the Contax does reasonably well. -- Mark Roberts www.robertstech.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 .
price is right
Saw this today http://cgi.ca.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1298500654 Dave Pentax User Stouffville Ontario Canada Sign up today for your Free E-mail at: http://www.canoe.ca/CanoeMail - 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: MZ-5n and grip
I agree there Bill.I'm still planning to update my AF camera from the SF-1 to probably the 5-n.If the grip helps in the over all handling/stability/ feel i'll go that way. BTW camera seems quite nice from first impressions What flash does Pentax recommend with this camera?? When i buy i want the option of full auto flash and manual if need be.Right now all my bodies/ flashes are in the look,check guide ,click,hope. Dave Begin Original Message From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thu, 22 Nov 2001 11:41:21 -0600 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: MZ-5n and grip I like the MZ-5 better with the battery pack. Think of something about the size of an autowinder on the bottom of the camera, but with nothing coming up the front, and you get the idea. I especially like being able to replace the batteries for 5 dollars, rather than 15. William Robb - End Original Message Pentax User Stouffville Ontario Canada Sign up today for your Free E-mail at: http://www.canoe.ca/CanoeMail - 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-5n and grip
Hi, .Does the grip help make it FEEL like the older bigger AF/MF cameras.I'v grown used to the grip on the SF-1,nice and big. I have a battery grip on the MZ-5n. It adds a bit of weight and bit of height (around 1/2.5cm) to the camera, which I find more comfortable with my big hands. Against that, there is a tendancy for the camera to tip forward when it's placed down on a flat surface. Plus, AA batteries are about a tenth of the price of CR2's ;-) -- Kristian - 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: pentax-discuss-digest V1 #1607
Frank, I will probably give the Ilfoerd LC29 a whirl sometime soon. The Ilfosol was bought for me, so I'm just trying to us it up. I've gotten ok results with it while developing Ilford films, such as Delta 400, but my recent tri-x results were poor. Of course, I think it had more to do with overdeveloping due to over agitation and perhaps too much time in the tank. My next try will either confirm or disconfirm my theory... Thx, geordie Date: Thu, 22 Nov 2001 12:26:42 + From: Francis Tang [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: developing tri-x in ilfosol-s Dear Geordie, On Wed, Nov 21, 2001 at 02:36:29PM -0800, Geordie wrote: I was wondering if anyone could tell me a developing time for tri-x 400 film in Ilford Ilfosol-S developer? I used to use Ilfosol S for my Ilford film, but I wasn't really satisfied when using it with HP5. I tried LC29 (maybe called HC-D in the US) and have never looked back. If you have the curiosity, maybe you might want to try this developer too. In use it's just like Ilfosol S (except for dilutions and timings.) - 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 .
November PUG - Dave Maki
Sorry I'm so late with these... First one: Dave Maki, Where Flare Comes From A striking image, imho. I like the narrow dof. Wonderful detail at the eyes and the hair-like feathers around his head; front of the beak out of focus. It really draws one's attention to his eyes. And yes, as you pointed out, it's neat the way the bright left and dark right background matches his opened and closed eyes. The flare, framing the right side of the head is, in this case very effective - lucky you left the hood off! The backlighting is very effective at bringing out those hairy feathers as well. It's probably more the camera angle than anything else that makes him look so pissed, but it works! I don't think I'd want to get on his bad side. I don't know what else I can say - I really liked it a lot. Thanks! regards, frank -- The optimist thinks this is the best of all possible worlds. The pessimist fears it is true. -J. Robert Oppenheimer - 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: Lens Opinion Site updated
Thanks for putting all the work into your site - it's very useful. I didn't spend much time there (it's Thanksgiving, you know) but it looks fine and easy to use to me. Maris - Original Message - From: Stan Halpin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: PDML [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 10:12 AM Subject: Lens Opinion Site updated Thanks for the comments about the Len's (and Stan's) web site which I posted in beta version on my kc.rr.com site a few days ago. I think I have now corrected those glitches that were pointed out to me, plus some others that weren't. I have moved the new version to the primary site, concentric.net. If you find any broken links or other major issues, please let me know. If there are formatting difficulties (but it still works ok) I would like to know just because I have a lot to learn about how the HTML code reacts on different systems with different browsers. But I won't spend much time mixing cosmetic stuff; now that I have the content up-to-date, I am working on a new look for the site. For those who haven't seen this before, what I am referring to is the site at www.concentric.net/~smhalpin. Starting with January (or June?) 1997, I have read the discussions on this list about Pentax lenses, extracted the portions that seemed cogent to me, and assembled those comments into the referenced website. I have further edited the comments so that there is a brief comments section and a Long comments section. At this point, if you print the LongComments as is, you'll have 150-200 pages of material (depending on the font size you choose). It is at about 350k on the server. If you print the brief comments, that is at about 40 pages. If one were to scroll down through the Long comments, it would take between 200 and 600 page down commands (depending on browser, screen and window size, etc). Which is a major reason why I am going into a redesign; it has grown way beyond the point where anybody would ever want to actually scroll the whole thing. Enjoy, let me know if here any substantive problems with content or operation, and I'll keep working on presentation format. ¡Salud, amor, dinero, y el tiempo para gozarlos! Stan - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
In a message dated 11/22/01 10:40:17 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Most of the big catalog guys in Toronto have moved to digital. Even the smaller studios are considering it. -Aaron Yes. I expect that given the rapid advance in technology, meduim format will be all digital in the next 2-3 years. But are you saying even fashion is being shot with MF digital? Mafud [EMAIL PROTECTED] [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]: Digital cameras are FREE
- Original Message - From: Bob Walkden Subject: Re[2]: Digital cameras are FREE Hi, Those who travel widely can testify that even in the poorest countries, people have radios, CD players, film and digital cameras, ~AUTOMOBILES~, televisions-etc.. I think, Bob, what you have to realize, is that as far as the original poster is concerned, Harlem is a poor country. I saw a news report out of Afghanistan a few weeks ago. The people on the ground there didn't have a clue about why, all of a sudden, there were bombs being dropped on their heads. They had never heard of the WTC, and didn't have a clue about the significance of Sept. 11. Aww never mind. This is, after all, just the internet. William Robb - 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 .
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Depreciation of assets
- Original Message - From: Aaron Reynolds Subject: Re: Digital cameras are FREE You mean for your 35, right? So, you have to factor in depreciation into your camera and enlarger. You can't argue that one depreciates and the other doesn't. Lets see, I bought a new Olympus OM-1 system, then sold it for half what I paid to buy a new Nikon system, which I eventually sold for somewhat less than half what I paid, to buy a new Pentax system. Total loss on the three transactions would amount to several thousands of dollars. Fortunately, I was able to write some of this off as a capital loss on my income tax, and was also able to depreciate the equipment while I owned it. This option is not available to most people, however, and the IRS (why is it called a service?) does check on what they think are bogus deductions. I bought a Pixur enlarger, and sold it for less than half what I paid to buy a Durst enlarger, which I then sold for a third of what I paid to by an Omega enlarger which I eventually sold for a quarter of what I paid to buy a 6x7 Beseler, which I didn't bother selling when I bought the 23C. Cost of depreciation? It hurts me to think about it. Photographic equipment upgrades have probably cost me a couple of years worth of salary, even with capital losses and depreciation added into the equation. My point? The entire depreciation arguement is a straw man. If you shoot a lot of pictures, and a presently available digital will satisfy your needs, not having the cost of film and processing and custom printing might well start paying for itself very quickly. William Robb - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
On Thu, 22 Nov 2001 07:37:00 -0500, you wrote: You get what you pay for. Anyone who expects a printer that costs less than $100 to last is nuts. I want to praise Epsons' service department, while slightly damning their printer. We bought an Epson Stylus Pro 5000 with Fiery RIP in late 1998. We were early adopters, so we paid about thirteen grand (it costs much less now). Luckily, we also bought the extended warranty. The extended warranty alone was almost a thousand dollars. After eighteen months, one or more of the print heads failed. We got a replacement unit the next day under warranty. Another year later, the RIP failed. Again, replaced under warranty. Then last week, two months out of the extended warranty, the print heads failed again. To their credit, Epson sent us another new unit even though the warranty had expired two months earlier. Epson cautioned that this was the last warranty replacement we would get. So we are on our third printer and second RIP, all in the space of three years and two months. I think the RIP failure was an unusual circumstance. But the print head failure on Epson printers should be a planned-for expense. I've put money in next year's budget for another print head replacement. My guess is their life is about 18 months or so. -- John Mustarde - 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: MX Focusing Screens
Geoff Moes wrote: I've heard that in order to use LX screens in an MX you need to have the meter recalibrated since the screens are brighter and the meter reads from behind the screen. This could probably be confirmed through experimentation. It also raises the question are the LX screens consistent in there brightness or the recalibration only be valid for certain screens? Hi: I am going to quote myself. This is the message I sent to the list about this matter six months ago: Yesterday I installed a SB-21 focusing screen, intended for use in the LX in my MX. The new focus screen is 1 and 1/2 stops brighter, then I have to compensate using the ASA scale of the exposure meter. That's the only change observed, besides the brighter image through the viewfinder, which makes focusing easier. -- Carlos Royo [EMAIL PROTECTED] Zaragoza (Aragon) - Spain -- - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
Aaron wrote: Most of the big catalog guys in Toronto have moved to digital. Even the smaller studios are considering it. I'll bet anyone using the Contax 645 system is considering it now with the Contax digital on the horizon. Being able to add a digital body, even in 35mm format, without having to buy any new lenses for it, could look quite attractive. -- Mark Roberts www.robertstech.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: First tripod
I have a feeling I'll be getting a tripod this Christmas ;) This will be my first tripod, but that doesn't mean I'm after a cheap one; I'm willing to spend a bit more to get one that will last my whole photographic career (up to £100). I'm based in the U.K., and am currently just looking at the Jessops catalog. (BTW, Are Jessops' own brand tripods ok?) Any tips/advice/money greatly appreciated! I recommend the Slik U212 Deluxe. Its a great tripod, not too heavy but very stable. It costs less than $100. For more information, visit http://www.sunpak.com/15d.html - 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: Monopod for heavy camera
Hello David: I also have a Slik, the model is called Easypod, and its OK for my cameras and not too heavy lenses. But when I use one of the bodies, plus the F* 300 mm. 4.5 or FA* 80-200 mm. 2.8, the monopod I use is a Manfrotto 479-4B + 234 RC head. They are both really sturdy, much more than other monopods I've tried, and do their job really well. -- Carlos Royo [EMAIL PROTECTED] Zaragoza (Aragon) - Spain -- - 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: Leonoid Meteor pic
Cool! Do you have the technical specs on that photo? t On 11/22/01 10:50 AM, Brendan wrote: Unfortunaltly most of the images were wased out due to light polution but for those who missed the shower. http://webhome.idirect.com/~trini/flowers2/a002.jpg ___ Build your own website in minutes and for free at http://ca.geocities.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: OT: Virus Question
On Wed, 21 Nov 2001 11:38:11 -0700, you wrote: Sometimes, not all the time, when I move the mouse pointer towards an icon it repls it across the screen, like magnets with same poles pointing towards one another. I saw a program once that caused the pointer to repel icons and other strange behavior. The intention was to install it on your best friend's computer as a prank. Got any best friends who have access to your computer? -- John Mustarde - 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: why EI-2000 is total CRAP, UNUSABLE for anything but strong daylight!
On Wed, 21 Nov 2001 23:12:58 +0100, you wrote: Hi, I have finally extensively tested functions of EI-2000 in a friendly shop. Why is it total crap? Read more... I'm glad you got a hands-on test. Informative sites such as www.dpreview.com could have told you much of this information. I saw your enthusiasm for the EI-2000 in an earlier post, and hesitated to warn you away from it. Not that the EI-2000 is a bad digicam - there's just others with more functionality in the same price range. However, your requirement for a digicam PS that will work as a reportage tool is a pretty stiff requirement. You'll have to look long and hard to find the exact model that will meet your needs, and even then there will be some trade-offs. -- John Mustarde - 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: Virus Question
No... Thanks. :-) I went out and invested in the newest copy of Norton Antivirus. It found 11 instances of W32.Magistr.39921 (not a link... crappy Outlook Express) on my D:\ drive. After repairing 8, quarantining 3, and rebooting, the problem has gone away. Interestingly, Norton Antivirus is rated as best in class, while I find McAfee's website to be far more informative about specific viruses. I was able to search on W32 and received the following: http://vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k=99040; Thanks again, Tom C. - Original Message - From: John Mustarde [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 2:47 PM Subject: Re: OT: Virus Question On Wed, 21 Nov 2001 11:38:11 -0700, you wrote: Sometimes, not all the time, when I move the mouse pointer towards an icon it repls it across the screen, like magnets with same poles pointing towards one another. I saw a program once that caused the pointer to repel icons and other strange behavior. The intention was to install it on your best friend's computer as a prank. Got any best friends who have access to your computer? -- John Mustarde - 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: Monopod for heavy camera
On Thu, 22 Nov 2001 10:43:10 -0500, you wrote: I have started a search for a monopod to use I use a Bogen 3249B (black). It supports my FA* 600/4 and Wimberly head, so it should handle about anything you would put on it. -- John Mustarde - 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: Virus Question
God, I hate Outlook. Piece of$^%$$!!! http://vil.mcafee.com/dispVirus.asp?virus_k=99040; You need the '' in the link. Tom C. - Original Message - From: John Mustarde [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 2:47 PM Subject: Re: OT: Virus Question On Wed, 21 Nov 2001 11:38:11 -0700, you wrote: Sometimes, not all the time, when I move the mouse pointer towards an icon it repls it across the screen, like magnets with same poles pointing towards one another. I saw a program once that caused the pointer to repel icons and other strange behavior. The intention was to install it on your best friend's computer as a prank. Got any best friends who have access to your computer? -- John Mustarde - 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: Digital cameras are FREE
Well, my digital camera is a Nikon Coolpix 100. I bought it new, so I hardly think you have been into digital longer than I have. I think Shel has mentioned he has a digital that he uses when he feels it is appropriate. And, it would not surprise me to find out that Mafud has a digital camera. There are times when digital is the proper venue. Just as there are times when 35mm is, or medium format, or larger format is. None are appropriate for everything. I think none of us you mentioned think digital is a bad thing, we just think that what we use is better for what we do. I, for one, think your dollar and cents analysis makes no sense. Because to do so you would have to compare equivalent cameras, and equivalent use. With the PS digitals your mention you have to compare to 100-150 dollar PS film cameras. Those are normally used by snap shooters who usually show anybody who will look all their prints. They want to do that at the office, on a park bench, or in their technophobic friends kitchen. So for them the first $600 worth of film and processing is free, and they probably shoot 6 to 10 rolls of film a year. Also I have argued here many times that for a money making photographer, a $10K digital is a cheap investment. One that he will soon have to make, or cease to be competitive. In the final analysis you are preaching to the chorus, but one that does not accept digital as being the One True Religion. However, as I have said before. Real photographers use real cameras. The only real camera is a Speed Graphic. All there rest are just toys. --graywolf - The optimist's cup is half full, The pessimist's is half empty, The wise man enjoys his drink. - Original Message - From: Mike Johnston [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 12:46 AM Subject: Re: Digital cameras are FREE Tom R. wrote: Let's see? From my view point you are trying to sell me an idea. Someone who is trying to sell me something is a salesman. I think that's nonsense. Are you paying me anything? No. Do I care if you accept my views as your own? Not in the slightest. In fact, I don't expect you to, and I'd be rather disappointed in you if you did. When we talk here in the public forum we're talking to everybody who reads it, not just to the person we're addressing or responding to. You may pay me if you want to, of course. s But while we're on the subject of changing viewpoints, I think what you (and Shel and Mafud and Christian etc.) are forgetting is that I was just like you a year ago. I was saying all the same things, making all the same arguments. Digital is coming to your lives as photographers, just as it came to mine (whether we also stick with film or not). The only difference between any of us is WHEN we jump in. I jumped a little later than a lot of people, and a little earlier than you guys. It fit my needs to get into it when I did; doesn't fit your needs now. But it will. Cheers, --Mike - 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: Re[2]: Digital cameras are FREE
In a message dated 11/22/01 2:56:58 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'd guess that you could count the number of computers, etc., in private hands in Ethiopia in the low thousands, in a total population of about 60 million. We may never learn the true extent that computers have penetrated Ethiopia. But the low thousands surely can't be correct in that the nation has electricity, but not near the degree of America. I'm reminded that electricity is all over Europe, but outdoor toilets still prevail in some areas. Some areas of western Europe have more private telephones than indoor toilets. So electricity is not the benchmark to measure Most of the country doesn't have electricity to run these things. Most of the people couldn't afford batteries even if they were available. Again, you must not have traveled in the small metro areas I've been in. Bear in mind that the average family income in these countries is less than US$ 100- per year. I'm not going to get into a p*issing match here, but your figures are far too low and border on the ludicrous. Maybe we travel to different countries. Poor does not indicate Destitute, though some countries in eastern Europe qualify for the title, as well as a nation like Ethiopia. My remark was not intended to explain poverty. I made the original remark in context with being able to view pictures in those countries without a vast network of electricity. Eastern Europe come easily to mind. More succinctly: you need electricity to use a computer or view images on it. To view photographs, one only needs ~light~. Mafud [EMAIL PROTECTED] [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]: Digital cameras are FREE
In a message dated 11/22/01 3:06:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Harlem is a poor country. A cutting, vulgar reference Robb, and unforgivable. Mafud [EMAIL PROTECTED] [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: Depreciation of assets
In a message dated 11/22/01 3:19:24 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The entire depreciation arguement is a straw man. By what you said in your post Robb, you seem not to have grasped the finer points of business depreciation of capital equipment. Or you're exaggerating. When any business gets 100% amortized deductions for equipment purchases or the cost of doing business, the equipment does not cost you or your business one thin dime, not even for the maintenance of said equipment. Mafud [EMAIL PROTECTED] [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]: Digital cameras are FREE
It's a GOOD thing you said: To view photographs, one only needs ~light~. Mafud Tom C. - 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: Depreciation of assets
Start grasping the finer points Bill... Geez. Tom C. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 3:53 PM Subject: Re: Depreciation of assets In a message dated 11/22/01 3:19:24 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The entire depreciation arguement is a straw man. By what you said in your post Robb, you seem not to have grasped the finer points of business depreciation of capital equipment. Or you're exaggerating. When any business gets 100% amortized deductions for equipment purchases or the cost of doing business, the equipment does not cost you or your business one thin dime, not even for the maintenance of said equipment. Mafud [EMAIL PROTECTED] [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 . - 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-5n and grip
Dave trust me it helps alot, and if you want you can try my MZ-3 and grip Fg or take my word on it :) --- William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: David Brooks Subject: MZ-5n and grip I was out on an errand for work yesterday and JUST HAPPENED to pass by Henrys north store so i popped in for a look at the MZ-5n kit they have on now. First time i held one and felt small rieght off the bat,but not to bad.Comes with the af35-80 zoom which seemed ok,but after a bit my right hand felt as if something else was needed. I know a battery grip is available(girl showing me the camera was not a sales person)but one was not available to try.Does the grip help make it FEEL like the older bigger AF/MF cameras.I'v grown used to the grip on the SF-1,nice and big. I like the MZ-5 better with the battery pack. Think of something about the size of an autowinder on the bottom of the camera, but with nothing coming up the front, and you get the idea. I especially like being able to replace the batteries for 5 dollars, rather than 15. William Robb - 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 . ___ Build your own website in minutes and for free at http://ca.geocities.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: Re[2]: Digital cameras are FREE
He meant Harlem, Saskatchewan. Tom C. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 3:45 PM Subject: Re: Re[2]: Digital cameras are FREE In a message dated 11/22/01 3:06:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Harlem is a poor country. A cutting, vulgar reference Robb, and unforgivable. Mafud [EMAIL PROTECTED] [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 . - 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: Pancake lens
On 22 Nov 2001, at 7:06, Shel Belinkoff wrote: From: David A. Mann I have no idea why people pay so much for those things, but I can see how they'd be useful on an ME Super. That'd be almost as small as a rangefinder :) Actually, David, that would be a much smaller package than a Leica. A Leica is about the same size as a Spotmatic or K1000. Hi Shel, If we are delving back as far as the ME Super then the RF of the day just might have the edge size wise, think Leica CL and Summicron 40mm f2 :-) Cheers, Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications.html - 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: MX Focusing Screens
On 22 Nov 2001, at 10:45, Geoff Moes wrote: I've heard that in order to use LX screens in an MX you need to have the meter recalibrated since the screens are brighter and the meter reads from behind the screen. This could probably be confirmed through experimentation. It also raises the question are the LX screens consistent in there brightness or the recalibration only be valid for certain screens? Short of physically recalibrating the actual electronics of the camera at every screen change just note the exposure difference between a screen of known accuracy and the new screen and counter the difference by applying an offset via the ISO selector (note the factor on each screen box). Cheers, Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications.html - 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: Monopod for heavy camera
On 22 Nov 2001, at 10:43, David Brooks wrote: I have started a search for a monopod to use inconjuction with the N D1 i use for on site stuff.I have been using the neck strap which basicly is a pain in the neck and have seen others using this camera carry a sturdy monopod. Can any one help me start the search with recommendations. Its a heavy camera with lenses attached so a sturdy pod is a must and i know nothing of add on heads but would like one with a 90 degree tilt so i can go from landscape-portrait quickly. I have a light weight Slik i use for my video and manual Pentax bodies but i'm afraid its to light for the D1 Dave, Check out the Bogen/Manfrotto range, product details can be found at http://www.manfrotto.com/ , and for an idea of pricing http://www.bhphotovideo.com/ I use the ART #434B professional monopod and ART #308RC ball head, they are quite well priced and it's quite a light weight combo. When the leg sections are locked I can put all my weight on it and it will not collapse. The combo easily handles a big body and large zoom and any large lens (ie 400f2.8) that has a rotating lens collar. Cheers, Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications.html - 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: MX Focusing Screens
Have you ever fitted a Pz1p screen in your Mx?? It works flawless. -Mensaje original- De: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] En nombre de Carlos Royo Enviado el: jueves, 22 de noviembre de 2001 21:31 Para: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Asunto: Re: MX Focusing Screens Geoff Moes wrote: I've heard that in order to use LX screens in an MX you need to have the meter recalibrated since the screens are brighter and the meter reads from behind the screen. This could probably be confirmed through experimentation. It also raises the question are the LX screens consistent in there brightness or the recalibration only be valid for certain screens? Hi: I am going to quote myself. This is the message I sent to the list about this matter six months ago: Yesterday I installed a SB-21 focusing screen, intended for use in the LX in my MX. The new focus screen is 1 and 1/2 stops brighter, then I have to compensate using the ASA scale of the exposure meter. That's the only change observed, besides the brighter image through the viewfinder, which makes focusing easier. -- Carlos Royo [EMAIL PROTECTED] Zaragoza (Aragon) - Spain -- - 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: Depreciation of assets
- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 4:53 PM Subject: Re: Depreciation of assets By what you said in your post Robb, you seem not to have grasped the finer points of business depreciation of capital equipment. Or, I work under a different tax system than you do. Or you're exaggerating. When any business gets 100% amortized deductions for equipment purchases or the cost of doing business, the equipment does not cost you or your business one thin dime, not even for the maintenance of said equipment. Key word being when. I only know how it works where I live. Foreign countries do it differently, I am sure. Also, you may address me as either William (formal), Bill (friendly) or Mr. Robb. Just Robb is disrespectful, and I don't tolerate that. Thanks William Robb - 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 .
