Re: 80/1.8 CZJ going cheap in Poland
Since there seems to be a problem translating this auction info I'll give you a hand but this will surely dissapoint you. This auction is also on www.allegro.pl - this is the largest auction in Poland but as far as I know it isn't connected to ebay in any way. And now for the sad part - auction with title: Poszukuje PANCOLAR 1,8 / 80mm M42 (aukcja numer 3640024) is a posting of someone wanting to buy such a lens. Sorry - I warned you at the begining. Even if it was a selling offer, it is extremaly hard to find a bargain offer on Polish sites - there is to few articles and it isn't hard to browse them all so people that now something about it usually don't let bargains pass. There has been Buy It Now feature added lately so maybe this will give us some chance but photo equipment in Poland is much more expensive than in the USA which affects the prices of used gear. Cheer up - maybe you will spot it elsewhere. Maciej Marchlewski --- Zapro znajomych na czata! Wylij SMSa z nowego czata WP! Czat.wp.pl - Jedyny czat z ludzk twarz http://czat.wp.pl - 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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
Hi all, so it seems there are mostly happy users with few who were unlucky and had to spend fortune on repairs. So there is some risk I think. Well, I still don't know... I wanted the LX because I need a good main camera instead of my SFXn, keeping the K2DMD as a great backup or second body for colour/BW choices. I wanted a body that would be easy to use (I never got truly used to SFXn, I kept forgeting to set the iso or exposure compensation back to zero,... - not that it's a bad body, it's one of the last AF bodies with completely metal guts, quite rugged and with a better viewfinder than any later AF body with exception of MZ-S and maybe Z1p, but its not my style - I want knobs and dials: a Luddite camera b). A body which can operate even without batteries. That won't fail on me during shooting. But it seems even the LX isn't without quirks, and with my (bad) luck in camera purchases... I simply don't know. BTW, that's another question - any members had their LX fail them in any way during shooting? E.g. in India, or even plain studio at home :) ? Thanks a lot! Good light, 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: OT: Reportage
Bob Thanks for pointing this out. The content is truly excellent. I've registered :) Regards Jim Date: Wed, 9 Jan 2002 22:11:05 + From: Bob Walkden [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: OT: Reportage Hi, the excellent online photojournalism magazine Reportage is no longer even attempting to publish on a regular basis, rather it is now officially ad-hoc. To be notified whenever there's an update you should register your email address. To do that, and to see how good their content is, go here: http://www.reportage.org/ Cheers, Bob - - - 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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
Hello everyone, I found the best cure for the ailment of my LX was to put it in the attic in the spare camera bag and use the MX again. Malcolm :-( -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Frantisek Vlcek Sent: 10 January 2002 08:40 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...) Hi all, so it seems there are mostly happy users with few who were unlucky and had to spend fortune on repairs. So there is some risk I think. Well, I still don't know... I wanted the LX because I need a good main camera instead of my SFXn, keeping the K2DMD as a great backup or second body for colour/BW choices. I wanted a body that would be easy to use (I never got truly used to SFXn, I kept forgeting to set the iso or exposure compensation back to zero,... - not that it's a bad body, it's one of the last AF bodies with completely metal guts, quite rugged and with a better viewfinder than any later AF body with exception of MZ-S and maybe Z1p, but its not my style - I want knobs and dials: a Luddite camera b). A body which can operate even without batteries. That won't fail on me during shooting. But it seems even the LX isn't without quirks, and with my (bad) luck in camera purchases... I simply don't know. BTW, that's another question - any members had their LX fail them in any way during shooting? E.g. in India, or even plain studio at home :) ? Thanks a lot! Good light, 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 . - 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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
I don't know about others, but I think Super A/Program and ME Super are some of the most reliable Pentax bodies. LX certainly is not on the list. regards, Alan Chan so it seems there are mostly happy users with few who were unlucky and had to spend fortune on repairs. So there is some risk I think. Well, I still don't know... I wanted the LX because I need a good main camera instead of my SFXn, keeping the K2DMD as a great backup or second body for colour/BW choices. I wanted a body that would be easy to use (I never got truly used to SFXn, I kept forgeting to set the iso or exposure compensation back to zero,... - not that it's a bad body, it's one of the last AF bodies with completely metal guts, quite rugged and with a better viewfinder than any later AF body with exception of MZ-S and maybe Z1p, but its not my style - I want knobs and dials: a Luddite camera b). A body which can operate even without batteries. That won't fail on me during shooting. But it seems even the LX isn't without quirks, and with my (bad) luck in camera purchases... I simply don't know. BTW, that's another question - any members had their LX fail them in any way during shooting? E.g. in India, or even plain studio at home :) ? _ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.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 .
Eye relief on MZ-S
Hey, Being a spectacle wearer, I wrote to Pentax Colorado and asked them about the eyepoint on the MZ-S, as compared to something I own, the ZX-5N. They replied, the eye relief is about 5mm greater than that of the ZX-5n. I've spent very limited time with the MZ-S, so I can't recall that this feels about right in my experience, but it seems a little exaggerated to me. What is the opinion of people out there that own both cameras? 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 MZ-S questions and some observations
Welcome to thwe group. You should be able to get your manual from Pentax GmbH in Hamburg - they now fulfill the tasks of Pentax European Headquarters. The manual should be available in about 15 different languages. Pentax GmbH Attn: International Sales Dept (Photo) Julius-Vosseler Strasse 104 D-22527 Hamburg Germany Pentax Functions 1 Activation or termination of audible PCV signals. [1] signal on [2] signal off 2 Selection of four different program lines. [1] Normal program line [2] faster shutter speed [3] smaller aperture [4] TF-priority 3 Number of auto bracketing frames (two, three or five frames). [1] 3 exposures [2] 2 exposures [3] 5 exposures. 4 Order of auto bracketing frames (±0 basis, ascending order or descending order). [1] starts at 0 EV then - then + [2] - 0 + [3] + 0 - 5 Selection of auto-exposure and autofocus correlation (priority of metered values in multi-pattern metering) [1] AF only [2] AF and AE 6 Activation or termination of a link between autofocus lock and exposure lock functions. [1] AF only (no AE lock) [2] AF and AE lock 7 DX sensitivity selection [1] DX set auto [2] manual ISO setting 8 Selection of focus point follow-up function (adjacent focus point is activated or not when the middle point cannot confirm in-focus). [1] Use next point [2] do not use next point 9 Permission or prevention of shutter release before the built-in flash is fully recharged. [1] shutter can be released [2] shutter can not be released 10 Selection of the built-in flashs function in the wireless remote control mode (use as flash or controller when combined with the optional AF360FGZ flash unit). [1] sets built-in flash to operate as a flash [2] sets the built-in flash as wireless flash controller 11 Selection of the illuminator buttons function in the wireless remote control mode (use for test emission or modeling emission when combined with the optional AF360FGZ flash unit). [1] Disable the flash to fire [2] sets to fire a =test flash [3] sets to fire a modeling light 12 Selection of the film leaders handling during film rewind (complete rolling into the cartridge, or leaving the leader out of the cartridge when the film is rewound at the end or in mid-roll). [1] rewinds the film completely [2] Leaves the film leader out [3] Leaves the film leader out and enables MRC (mid-roll change) frame advance 13 Selection of rewind operation at film end [1] rewind is started automatically [2] rewind is started manually. 14 Selection of the self-timers operation time (two or 12 seconds). [1] Self-timer delay 12 seconds [2] Self-timer 2 seconds with mirror lock-up 15 Selection of an illumination level for on-the-film data recording (from four levels). [1] Auto according to ISO [2] low density [3] medium density [4] high density 16 Selection of the functions with a half press on the shutter release button (both the metering and autofocus systems are activated, or only the metering system). [1] Metering and AF 2[] Metering only 17 Selection of the select dials turning direction. [1] numeric values increase with counter-clockwise rotation [2] numeric values increase with clockwise rotation 18 Selection of the lens mount indexs illuminator [1] turned on [2] turned off. 19 Setting of the delay time of a shutter release and the signal reception stand-by time when using an infrared remote controller. [1] shutter release after 3 seconds [2] immediate release (These functions are available only when the optional BG-10 battery grip is mounted on the MZ-S). _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp. - 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[2]: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
Hi, BTW, that's another question - any members had their LX fail them in any way during shooting? E.g. in India, or even plain studio at home :) ? I bought my 1st LX after I'd been using 2 MXs and one of them repeatedly failed on me in Ethiopia. When I got back to the UK I traded it in for an LX. About 18 months later I was back in Africa with an LX, MX and Super A. The Super A and the LX both repeatedly failed on me in Ethiopia, Zanzibar and South Africa, and so did my A* 135/1.8 lens. They'd all been fine in the UK, so I guess it was the change of environment that triggered the problems at that particular time. Only my original bought-from-new MX and the other lenses kept on going. The MX had already been through many, many trips and changes of environment since I first bought it, so I think it was experienced at that sort of thing. When I got back I joined this forum and learned about the sticky mirror problem, which is what the LX problem was, so I had it fixed and the camera worked perfectly from then on. I got rid of the Super A and eventually bought 2 more LXs. One of them had the sticky mirror problem from the word 'go', which I didn't mind because I knew about it. The other was fine and never gave me any trouble iirc. I never got to take any of them back to Africa, but they did get some rough treatment, including winter temperatures in Moscow. It's almost impossible to predict how any used camera is going to react to a long-haul flight and dramatic change of environment. The best you can do is have plenty of cover and hope that at least one set doesn't fail. From the spec you've given you might prefer to buy a new Nikon FM3A, which has many of the great LX features (surpasses it in some ways), but then you'd have to get a whole bunch of their lenses too. --- Bob mailto:[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: 300/4 A* Questions
Fred, I will be curious to hear what you come up with. One of the main features I wanted was smaller size and lighter weight, and I believe this is one of the smaller 300mm lenses. I was planning on traveling with this lens, even though taking it goes against my travel light philosophy. Geoff Also I think I heard the 300/4.5 was sharper wide open. I guess you gain sharpness by loosing a half stop. Geoff: I recently picked up an F* 300/4.5 in great shape, but I still haven't gotten around to comparing it to the M*/A* 300/4. From what I have heard here on the PDML, the 300/4.5 might indeed be sharper wide open than the 300/4 wide open - time will tell. (And the tripod mount on the F* is a real plus.) However, sometimes that extra half-stop of light can be significant, especially when hand-holding a 300mm lens in less than ideal light. And, the 300/4 must be infinitely better at f/4 than the 300/4.5 would be at f/4, right? g Fred - 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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
The LX is a fine camera. However, It is not the most modern camera and cannot do many automatic things. I personally like manual cameras; the only SLRs I own are MXs and LXs. The question to buy one or not should be based on what you can afford and what your needs are. The LX has some distinct draw backs, if you need a quiet camera you may no want the LX, on the other hand if you are shooting a lot of low light stuff then you might want it. I personally love it, if you want a good mostly manual camera and can afford it and the repairs, if necessary, then get it. I think people, especially Americans suffer from the me too mentality. They all have X so I should buy X. If you do decide to get one, either buy one that has been recently CLAd or a later model with serial numbers 533 or 535, if a 538 exists it is probably worth it, although I have seen a lot of people make mistakes with the serial numbers. So I wouldnt be surprised that it was a 528 or a 533, I have a 523 that I though was a 529 for a while. Geoff - 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: Happy 2002 to all PDMLers
Hi Mike. Good. Likewise. :-) Dan Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi friends--I'm back from Maine, NH, and Vermont-- I hope you all had a great holiday! Ours was wonderful. And Happy New Year to one and all for 2002! --Mike J. - 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 .
: 280T-Got It
Looked at the AF280T last night and bought it.Seems in good shape,fires with SF-1(which i hope will turn into a PZ-1p soon.Came with case but no manual.I have one on order from Pentax Canada,photocopy at N/C to me. One quick question before th manual arrives.If the flash is set to TTL and lense on A and SF-1 on one of the program modes,this will give me TTL flash as in no thinking about exposure etc.correct?? 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: Happy 2002 to all PDMLers
And to you Mike from the Great Notsowhite North Dave Begin Original Message From: Mike Johnston [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thu, 10 Jan 2002 00:17:26 -0600 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Happy 2002 to all PDMLers Hi friends--I'm back from Maine, NH, and Vermont-- I hope you all had a great holiday! Ours was wonderful. And Happy New Year to one and all for 2002! --Mike J. - 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 .
Photo shops in Paris
Settling in, trying to make Paris my new home, and I have a quick question... We finally got moved over here last week and I'm looking for a decent shop - one which handles pentax gear (new and used?) as well as chemicals... I saw a recomendation a few months ago when I first brought up this move but it's on my hard drive, with the rest of my worldy goods in the middle of the atlantic... Thanks, Mike Y. _ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.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 Prodigal Son Returns (with new toys, of course)
I never want to sleep on another futon in my life. Apart from that, an excellent holiday and a few new toys to play with. MZ3 Limited Set 85mm F2.2 Soft (K) 35-105mm F3.5A Time to 'fess up. Visited the Dark Side. Truly enjoyable, but a little on the weighty side. Hope you all had a good new year Kind regards from sunny Brighton Peter - 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 .
Vivitar 70-210 f3.5
I've seen a Vivitar 70-210 (or possibly 70-200) f3.5. Whilst not a constant f2.8, f3.5 seems quite reasonable. At a price of 35 GBP (55-60 USD I guess), is this a worthwhile purchase? Also, does anyone know what the Pentax T6-2X is like in comparison with the A 2X-S? Cheers, Henry -- Henry Knowles, Electrical Electronic Engineering [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: Putting Tired Old LX's on Steroids
Go here and read about some of the faults and effects of age. It might give you an idea to check a few things other than what I mentioned. http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/thepentaxlx.html Thanks, Shel, for the tip. And, thanks to Rob for his well-done LX pages (including the detailed one on LX problems, at http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/lxproblems.html ). Fred - 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: Vivitar 70-210 f3.5
I have had a Vivitar Series 1 70-210/3.5 (67mm filter mount) since the mid-70's and love it. Actually I have had all three models at one time or another, but prefer the first model. The price is certainly right. They are going from $75-125 on ebay these days. The only reason I am even considering giving mine up is my old eyes and the need (want) for auto focus. On Thursday 10 January 2002 07:12, Henry Knowles wrote: I've seen a Vivitar 70-210 (or possibly 70-200) f3.5. Whilst not a constant f2.8, f3.5 seems quite reasonable. At a price of 35 GBP (55-60 USD I guess), is this a worthwhile purchase? Also, does anyone know what the Pentax T6-2X is like in comparison with the A 2X-S? Cheers, Henry -- Kenneth Archer + San Antonio, Texas [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ #24980801 Powered by Linux ++ Mailed by Kmail - 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: Kodak: a company shoots its own foot
On Wednesday, January 9, 2002, at 08:58 PM, Paul Jones wrote: I'm pretty sure a Kodak Disk camera was my first camera, had a beautfil anodized brass look on the front. I actualy found it a couple of weeks back with a half exposed role (sorry disc) in it. Fat chance of getting that developed :) I know a fellow with a Disc processor, but it has been idle since '93 or '94. Oh yeah my second camera was a Spotmatic SP with a SuperTak 50/1.4. I think i was 16 at the time. That's similar to me: I had a Disc camera, but at age 7 I informed my father that I wanted a good camera, like his (an SP500). He got me a Practika LTL 3 with a Super Tak 50/1.8. I used it until I wore out the advance mechanism twice -- the second time I found a lovely SP1000 for very little money. My third camera was an ME Super (recently deceased, advance wore out), my fourth a Yashica (now my father's), my fifth an Arca Swiss Pro III (now sold), my sixth a Mamiya C33 (advance wore out, sold for parts), my seventh a Pentax 67, my eighth an LX, my ninth another ME Super... The Barbie cam fits in there, somewhere, too. -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: Bargain at KEH
KEH's BGN can be another dealers VG. Just means that something on it might not be pretty. But the optics are always pristine in the ones I've gotten from them. I bought a BGN K 200/2.5 from them several years ago. The retractable hood had some obvious dings in it but the glass was flawless. I just considered myself lucky to get one for $335 and used it for several years for concert shooting with the LX I had at the time. Also had them drop ship a BGN Sigma 21-35/3.5-4 to my hotel room in FLA once when I realized I needed a wide angle lens. Even though I was shooting with a ZX-5n at the time I figured that AF in the short focal lengths was something I could do without. all because I was getting their catalogs and I found these were on special because they had several. Never could figure out why they considered it BGN. Still have this one. Kent Gittings -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Timothy Sherburne Sent: Wednesday, January 09, 2002 1:21 PM To: Pentax Discussion List Subject: Bargain at KEH Hello all... What are your experiences buying equipment marked as bargain at KEH? How about ugly? t - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . ** This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This footnote also confirms that this email message has been swept by MIMEsweeper for the presence of computer viruses. www.mimesweeper.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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
Hi Frantisek, On Thu, 10 Jan 2002 09:39:54 +0100, Frantisek Vlcek wrote: BTW, that's another question - any members had their LX fail them in any way during shooting? E.g. in India, or even plain studio at home :) ? No failures here, except for the ones by the guy pressing the shutter release button. I'm still using the battery that was in it when I bought it. :-) TTYL, DougF - 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: Happy 2002 to all PDMLers
On Thursday, January 10, 2002, at 08:02 AM, David Brooks wrote: And to you Mike from the Great Notsowhite North Seconded. Looks like we're in the great rainy north today... But welcome back Mike anyways! -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: : 280T-Got It
David, I can't say exactly for an SF-1. If it was a Super Program, you set the lens at A, put the AF280T on top, turn it on, it sets an aperture in the viewfinder and shoots TTL. I would expect the same on the SF-1 (or better). Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Looked at the AF280T last night and bought it.Seems in good shape,fires with SF-1(which i hope will turn into a PZ-1p soon.Came with case but no manual.I have one on order from Pentax Canada,photocopy at N/C to me. One quick question before th manual arrives.If the flash is set to TTL and lense on A and SF-1 on one of the program modes,this will give me TTL flash as in no thinking about exposure etc.correct?? - 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: Extra-solar Planet Imaged Optically
They are called brown dwarves because they have insufficient mass to trigger fusion in the core. They emit energy due to gravitational contraction and compression of the core. As soon as this runs out they go dark. It is a very low frequency form of energy output. Jupiter does some of this also because it emits slightly more energy than it would if it was all from solar reflection. Kent Gittings -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Peifer, William [OCDUS] Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2002 12:41 PM To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' Cc: 'aimcompute' Subject: RE: Extra-solar Planet Imaged Optically Tom C. wrote: Thought some may enjoy this. Apparently a ground based telescope has optically resolved a brown dwarf orbiting another star. http://www.cnn.com/2002/TECH/space/01/07/brown.dwarf/index.html Hi Tom, Yeah, that's pretty cool. If I did my arithmetic correctly, that's an apparent separation of about one fourth of one milliarcsecond. Even with monster, multi-meter-class ground-based telescopes, resolution at visible wavelengths -- without adaptive optics -- is limited to about one half of an ~arcsecond~ (i.e., 500 milliarcseconds, or about 2000 times less resolution than these fellows obtained) because of atmospheric turbulence. Adaptive optics are pretty amazing. Telescopes like the Keck can obtain theoretical resolutions on the order of 10 milliarcseconds in the visible, and even better in the infrared. (Sounds like these fellows were going a step further and doing infrared interferometry, which would boost resolution even further.) I just wish these science journalists would learn the difference between brown dwarfs and planets. Methinks they're giving the impression to the general public that all these planets are just like Earth, which of course is not the case at all. Not sure where the dividing line is between carbon stars and brown dwarfs -- IIRC, carbon stars use heavy atoms to fuel nuclear fusion reactions, but I don't know if brown dwarfs can do this. They emit in the infrared, but I'm not sure what powers this process. Heavy-element fusion?? If you want to see something really neat, look at the January 2001 (last year's) issue of Sky Telescope. I was just looking at this back issue last night. There's a brief note in the front about some amateurs using a small scope (14 Schmidt-Cass, I think), a CCD, and some photometric software to get a light curve for some star with a known short-period extrasolar planet. From our vantage point here on Earth, this planet transits across the face of its star every few days, causing a very small (0.02 magnitude) drop in the star's apparent intensity. They measured the intensity of the star during one of these planet transits, and sure enough, they could actually observe the intensity variation as the planet blocked some of the star's light from our view. Pretty good for off-the-shelf amateur equipment! All this is giving me an itch to point one of my Pentaxen skyward, but I'm afraid all I'll get this week will be clouds. Aarrrgh!! At least they're 18% gray :-) Bill Peifer Rochester, NY - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . ** This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This footnote also confirms that this email message has been swept by MIMEsweeper for the presence of computer viruses. www.mimesweeper.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: Photo shops in Paris
On 10 Jan 2002 at 13:00, mike y. wrote: Settling in, trying to make Paris my new home, and I have a quick question... We finally got moved over here last week and I'm looking for a decent shop - one which handles pentax gear (new and used?) as well as chemicals... Walk down Boulevard Beaumarchais from Bastille Metro, camera shops line each side of the street, there's plenty of good stuff there. 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 .
Gettiong Back to Basics
Had the chance tonight, for the first time in about five years, to do a couple of things I haven't done for ages. First, I developed a film! Yes, I know, you guys do it all the time, but for family reasons, I've most recently shot mainly colour neg, and this would be the first BW I've done in all that time. HP5, rated at 800 ASA, in ID11 at 24C for 6 minutes (when the ambient temperature is 32C, ya gotta make some compromises!). The negs look really good, plenty of tonal range, I'll be very keen to scan them in tomorrow and see how the sharpness, etc looks. Might even do some wet darkroom work on them! Next, while the film was washing and drying,I took myself on to our deck, sat, drank coffee and Armagnac, watched the city lights and listened to some 1950's jazz (Chris Barbers' Jazz Band, for those who know it). Way cool! and I noticed a couple of 20 somethings in the apartment above were sitting out listening for the whole two hours of the CD too! May be able to educate them yet! Pure heaven! John Coyle (and yes, my wife is away helping to look after our twin grand-daughters, so I can be totally self-indulgent!) Brisbane, Australia - 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: Putting Tired Old LX's on Steroids
Fred, Sending your LX's to Canada was an option I considered, but feared the border hassles. I approached Pentax USA with some trepidation. One thing that helped me with Pentax USA was using rush service. For $25 or so, a real person takes care of your order. It works like this. Call Pentax USA service in Colorado. Tell them you need rush service. The service writer gives you their name and asks you to send the item to their attention. When the package arrives, they get it directly and walk it over to a service tech for immediate repair. They call you back with the estimate and then arrange to ship it back to you. I much prefered this arrangement. (As an insight, I sent our favorite A*135/1.8 in for a repair after the focus began to loosen up. It was my first experience with rush service and I didn't get it quite right. I had failed to put the guy's name on the outside of the package. After 5 days, I called in a panic. He went to the mail room or wherever and picked it up! Everything went smoothly from there on.) Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ship the two bodies together or separately? Will I get a discount if I use a few LX winks [ ;-) ] in my accompanying letter? Do I dare to eat a peach? - 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: Happy 2002 to all PDMLers
Aaron:Looks like i picked a bad year to do winter BW rural shots.Should have started last year,atleast we had some white stuff on the ground. Dave(looking out the window at the sky)Brooks From: Aaron Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] Seconded. Looks like we're in the great rainy north today... 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: 300/4 A* Questions
Geoff wrote: ... I was planning on traveling with this lens, even though taking it goes against my travel light philosophy. --- You will barely find a lighter all-metal made 300mm lens. The major disadvantage of the A/M*300/4 is the minimum focusing distance of only 4m. I would recommend adding a K50mm extension tube or a 'helicoic' (adjustable) extension tube K. This will decrease the minimum focusing distance to 2.8m or so. Alexander Send FREE video emails in Yahoo! Mail! http://promo.yahoo.com/videomail/ - 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: z1p and M lenses
Paul, Thanks for the correction. I just did a quick check of a PZ-1p and an M lens. The display icons for spot metering and center metering can be activated, but not the matrix metering one. With A lenses, I can activate all three modes. And I think the camera is responding to these modes appropriately. I was surprised with the PZ-1 (not p). It showed the spot metering icon with the M lenses but didn't seem to do much different. After I joined this list, I learned that spot metering is available on the PZ-1 ONLY with A series lenses or better. Looks like that is different on the PZ-1p. Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm pretty sure spot metering is availble with M and K lense, it is only multi segment metering that doesnt work. - 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 MZ-S questions and some observations
Hi Aleksandar: You're English is plenty good enough - my (assuming you are Russian) Russian is non-existent! See below for detailed responses. John Coyle Brisbane, Australia On Thursday, January 10, 2002 10:03 AM, A K [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] wrote: Hi everybody, SNIP Just got myself a secondhand MZ-S in absolute mint condition. But alas, no manual! Amazing! I am surprised there are any second-hand MZ-S's out there! I figured out almost everything by myself (kudos to Pentax for excellent user interface!!!) but I'm having problems with a) pentax functions (only got some general idea what they are from couple of PDF documents) and b) advanced flash techniques (I have an old AF280T for now). Does anybody now where I could find scanned or PDF manual on the web? I can't order it, since there are no Pentax representatives in my country. The manual would be too big, but if you will give me a day or two I will scan the wallet-sized reference sheet for the functions. Some more questions: 1) When using manual focus A, K and M lenses I can't select other focusing points than central - is that normal? I think so. 2) When using old screw mount Takumars with original Pentax screw mount adapter, I don't have focus confirmation at all - why is that? There is a function to set for this - it may be set off. I also tried (non Pentax) K mount macro bellows and lenses converted to K mount using T2 adapters, but they didn't offer focus confirmation either! A tricky area - don't know about this. On the other hand, russian Zenitar 2.8/16 K mount fisheye works! How on earth MZ-S decides what works and what doesn't, since all these mounts are all mechanical without any electrical contacts? The only difference is absence of aperture lever and coupler, on the bellows and the two adapters. Can I make my M42 Taks work? I think the focus confirmation works by examining edge contrast in the viewfinder, but I'm open to correction on this. 3) When using manual focus A, K and M lenses there is some sort of focusing latitude - when rotating focusing ring, focus confirmation LED signal IMO stays on longer that it should. When I focus with my KX or my LX using microprism collar at 1 meter, the image is in focus only at 1 meter - with MZ-S i get focus still confirmed when I move focusing ring to the left. Only a little bit, but enough to make me worry if focusing was dead on accurate (especially with large apertures at close distance). This may depend on DOF or depth of focus of the lens - I have generally found the MZ-S to be absolutely reliable if it gives confirmation. I discovered that I should start focusing VERY SLOWLY from infinity mark and stop immediately when I get focus confirmation - this way I get identical result with my other Pentax bodies (mounted on a tripod, using the same lens of course). But what do I do when I can't focus very slowly? Is this normal? I think so - for the reasons noted above I also got a new FA 24-90 AL/IF zoom. Any experiences/comments on it? Sorry - no. Some observations: I traded my old Canon EOS 50E (ElanIIE in USA i think) with 28-105 USM and battery pack (I was waiting way too long for decent metal Pentax AF body) for the MZ-S body. Compared to older, cheaper and out of production Canon camera, MZ-S AF system sucks! I am amazed at this - my MZ-s will focus rapidly in light such as a 60 watt-bulb 3 metres from the subject and not shining directly on to it! Well, maybe it is not that bad, but when you get used to something better... Is it so hard to get cross sensors in your flagship camera!?!? I have read, although it is not in the Pentax documentation, that the central sensor is sensitive to both horizontal and vertical lines, thus fulfilling the role of a cross sensor. I miss the illuminated focusing squares on the viewscreen - very useful in low light, or on dark subjects. Don't they get in the way of your composition? No red light AF assist beam on the body for low light, high ASA, no flash photography. Pop up the flash, and the AF assist beam will fire, to allow focussing. Hold down the shutter release at the half-way position - voila, no need for IR. Incidentally, any of the Pentax IR-capable flashes will work too. AF is louder, hunts more and sometimes (rarely, but it happens) when it says it is in focus, it actually is way off (visible by naked eye in the viewfinder), something that never happened to me with Canon. Have you checked your dioptre setting on the viewfinder? In my experience the MZ-S focussing has never been off in the viewfinder. Yopu may need to check which sensor is capturing focus. The viewfinder was a big disapointment too - it is much smaller and even darker than my 25 years old KX! Don't have the KX, but this is a common complaint with most modern cameras. SNIP Since it is not my native language, I'm also sorry for my english. Happy New
RE: Photo shops in Paris
You lucky devil - I once was in a job where I had to go to Paris every month for a week - so hard to handle! Have you tried FNAC in the Avenue des Champs-Elysees? They may be expensive though, given the location. HTH John Coyle Brisbane, Australia On Thursday, January 10, 2002 11:01 PM, mike y. [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] wrote: Settling in, trying to make Paris my new home, and I have a quick question... We finally got moved over here last week and I'm looking for a decent shop - one which handles pentax gear (new and used?) as well as chemicals... SNIP - 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: Happy 2002 to all PDMLers
Good to see you back Mike - and greetings to you too! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia On Thursday, January 10, 2002 4:17 PM, Mike Johnston [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] wrote: Hi friends--I'm back from Maine, NH, and Vermont-- I hope you all had a great holiday! Ours was wonderful. And Happy New Year to one and all for 2002! --Mike J. - - 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: Eye relief on MZ-S
Hi Ed: I don't have the 5n, but I do have the 5, and the S, and I wear spectacles. I find no difficulty with either, and would'n't be able to state a preference as a result! I don't think (if you are thinking of buying the S) that you will have any difficulty with the viewfinder, FWIW. HTH John Coyle Brisbane, Australia On Thursday, January 10, 2002 7:45 PM, Ed Mathews [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] wrote: Hey, Being a spectacle wearer, I wrote to Pentax Colorado and asked them about the eyepoint on the MZ-S, as compared to something I own, the ZX-5N. They replied, the eye relief is about 5mm greater than that of the ZX-5n. I've spent very limited time with the MZ-S, so I can't recall that this feels about right in my experience, but it seems a little exaggerated to me. What is the opinion of people out there that own both cameras? Thanks, Ed - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Gettiong Back to Basics
Ahhh jazz... Love it, love it. Big time T. Monk fan, here. Was listening to Brubeck last night while net surfin'. Coltrane followed... da da da da da, boom BOOM! Great stuff to listen to while developing. Brendan MacRae - 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: Photo shops in Paris
That may be dangerous since I'm currently unemployed ;-) Thanks! From: Rob Studdert [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Photo shops in Paris Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 01:10:13 +1000 On 10 Jan 2002 at 13:00, mike y. wrote: Settling in, trying to make Paris my new home, and I have a quick question... We finally got moved over here last week and I'm looking for a decent shop - one which handles pentax gear (new and used?) as well as chemicals... Walk down Boulevard Beaumarchais from Bastille Metro, camera shops line each side of the street, there's plenty of good stuff there. 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 . _ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx - 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Hi John ... You've discovered one of the great pleasure for a photographer - developing film and the enjoyment of music combined. Last night was Tri-X night here, accompanied by some country music - Wayne Hancock's Thunderclouds and Neons Signs and the sound track to Horse Whisperer. Listening to the music while actually processing the film gives me a little lift. Tonight will be a sixties festival, with the Shirelles and some Phil Spector produced tracks. I hope you have many more chances to be self-indulgent. Coyle wrote: Had the chance tonight, for the first time in about five years, to do a couple of things I haven't done for ages. First, I developed a film! Yes, I know, you guys do it all the time, but for family reasons, I've most recently shot mainly colour neg, and this would be the first BW I've done in all that time. HP5, rated at 800 ASA, in ID11 at 24C for 6 minutes (when the ambient temperature is 32C, ya gotta make some compromises!). The negs look really good, plenty of tonal range, I'll be very keen to scan them in tomorrow and see how the sharpness, etc looks. Might even do some wet darkroom work on them! Next, while the film was washing and drying,I took myself on to our deck, sat, drank coffee and Armagnac, watched the city lights and listened to some 1950's jazz (Chris Barbers' Jazz Band, for those who know it). Way cool! and I noticed a couple of 20 somethings in the apartment above were sitting out listening for the whole two hours of the CD too! May be able to educate them yet! Pure heaven! -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Good Morning, If you haven't already, you might want to check out the John Coltrane/Johnny Hartman CD. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Coltrane followed... Great stuff to listen to while developing. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - 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: Photo shops in Paris
I just came from the FNAC near Montparnasse (near our temporary apartment) and they had some things, maybe I'll have a look at Champs-Elysees tomorrow My girlfriend's company (KPMG) moved us here for 2 - 5 years... I left my job at Sun last month and will try to find something here... Life is rough... From: John Coyle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Photo shops in Paris Date: Fri, 11 Jan 2002 00:49:30 +1000 You lucky devil - I once was in a job where I had to go to Paris every month for a week - so hard to handle! Have you tried FNAC in the Avenue des Champs-Elysees? They may be expensive though, given the location. HTH John Coyle Brisbane, Australia On Thursday, January 10, 2002 11:01 PM, mike y. [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] wrote: Settling in, trying to make Paris my new home, and I have a quick question... We finally got moved over here last week and I'm looking for a decent shop - one which handles pentax gear (new and used?) as well as chemicals... SNIP - 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 . _ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.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 .
FM3A dilemma
Bob Walkden wrote: From the spec you've given you might prefer to buy a new Nikon FM3A, which has many of the great LX features (surpasses it in some ways), but then you'd have to get a whole bunch of their lenses too. Augh! My current dilemma. --Mike J. The 37th Frame, an independent newsletter for photographers www.37thframe.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: LX and Grip B
Frantisek wrote: BTW, that's another question - any members had their LX fail them in any way during shooting? E.g. in India, or even plain studio at home :) ? I've never owned one, but I'll add to the other comments that the LX with the Grip B is the most comfortable and good-feeling 35mm I've ever held to my eye. I gripe all the time about finders, which today are universally (well, apart from the pro EOS and Nikon F5) small and hard to focus and don't show you everything you're going to get on the negative. The LX is one of the best viewfinders I know of--big, bright, easy to focus, easy to see, almost 100% coverage at the sides of the frame (where you really need it)--just marvelous. It really underlines the deficiencies of modern viewfinders. My only complaint with the LX is that I find it noisy. But maybe I've only tried early ones; the later ones are alleged to be better damped. Lots of people don't mind a noisy shutter, but I do. I keep remembering the feel of the LX. I'd get one if I could afford to. --Mike J. The 37th Frame, an independent newsletter for photographers www.37thframe.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 .
Too old for a futon?
Kind Peter from Brighton wrote: I never want to sleep on another futon in my life. Apart from that, an excellent holiday and a few new toys to play with. I've been sleeping on a futon for 15 years, which I got approximately when I became too old to sleep on the floor. Keep waking up stiff and sore...maybe I should get a real bed one of these days. Kind of like my eyes getting too old for manual-focus viewfinders :-( :-( --Mike J. The 37th Frame, an independent newsletter for photographers www.37thframe.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: LX and Grip B
Hi Mike ... Welcome home! Yes, the newer LX seem to be quieter than the older models, but I've noticed that, for some inexplicable reason, the camera is quieter with some lenses and noisier with others. I've mentioned this on the list before and no one's been able to come up with an explanation for it, and I've neither had the time nor the inclination to do a complete test with all my lenses and LX bodies. Mike Johnston wrote: My only complaint with the LX is that I find it noisy. But maybe I've only tried early ones; the later ones are alleged to be better damped. Lots of people don't mind a noisy shutter, but I do. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - 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: Happy 2002 to all PDMLers
On Thursday, January 10, 2002, at 09:25 AM, David Brooks wrote: Aaron:Looks like i picked a bad year to do winter BW rural shots.Should have started last year,atleast we had some white stuff on the ground. Hell yes. I was all excited about coming back to snow when we returned from NC...only to discover slush and some rain. Bah humbug! Where's my snow?? -Aaron who'll hate the snow again about two days after it shows up - 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 .
FS: Sigma 1.4x AF teleconverter
Offering to the list before it goes on eBay. This is the standard Sigma 1.4x teleconverter (not the EX series). It's in EX+ condition with front and rear lens caps. It's autofocus but of course will work with manual focus cameras lenses as well. $35.00 + shipping ($2.00 for shipping in the U.S. should cover it) -- 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: LX and Grip B
Welcome back Mike! When I got my LX last year I immediately removed the grib-B as an unsightly, eyesore. I played with the camera for a bit and decided to put the grip on so I wouldn't lose it. More playing. I now can't live without it! It makes handling the camera quick and comfortable. It acts as a handle for me as well since I hate straps. I LOVE the viewfinder! I'm getting an SG-20 soon and can't wait to try it out! Shutter noise doesn't bother me but as I posted here before I took pictures of a deer and her fawn from across a lake and her ears would prick up after each trip of the shutter! It is definately not quiet! Christian On Thursday 10 January 2002 10:57, Mike wrote: I've never owned one, but I'll add to the other comments that the LX with the Grip B is the most comfortable and good-feeling 35mm I've ever held to my eye. I gripe all the time about finders, which today are universally (well, apart from the pro EOS and Nikon F5) small and hard to focus and don't show you everything you're going to get on the negative. The LX is one of the best viewfinders I know of--big, bright, easy to focus, easy to see, almost 100% coverage at the sides of the frame (where you really need it)--just marvelous. It really underlines the deficiencies of modern viewfinders. My only complaint with the LX is that I find it noisy. But maybe I've only tried early ones; the later ones are alleged to be better damped. Lots of people don't mind a noisy shutter, but I do. I keep remembering the feel of the LX. I'd get one if I could afford to. --Mike J. - 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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
For me, it's more than just that. The interchangeable screens and finders make this a very special camera, as do some of the neat accessories. Aaron Reynolds wrote: Like I keep saying, if Pentax sold a 67 with the LX OTF meter in it, I'd never need to buy another camera in my life. ;) I'm a big fan of my LX. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - 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: FM3A dilemma
AAAHHH!! Don't say that Bob and Mike! Christian On Thursday 10 January 2002 11:01, Mike wrote: Bob Walkden wrote: From the spec you've given you might prefer to buy a new Nikon FM3A, which has many of the great LX features (surpasses it in some ways), but then you'd have to get a whole bunch of their lenses too. Augh! My current dilemma. --Mike J. - 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Don't you mean Woody Herman? Woody Allen is a comedian. Len --- -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2002 11:20 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Gettiong Back to Basics Shel... I have the Monk album (Riverside label) that Coltrane plays on. Great stuff. I look for the Hartman CD next time I'm out. I was raised on rock 'n roll but I find myself drifting further into jazz. I love new orleans jazz, like the stuff Woody Allen plays with his group. The Squirrel Nut Zippers do that kind of music (with a modern flair) and it's great fun. I really love bebop the most...Diz and Bird, older stuff. When I go to Tower records now I pass most of the rock stuff and head into the jazz section. I spend too much time and money there. It's like going to a photo shop! Brendan 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 . - 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: FS: Sigma 1.4x AF teleconverter
I know you've prob got tons of requests, is it still available ? --- Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Offering to the list before it goes on eBay. This is the standard Sigma 1.4x teleconverter (not the EX series). It's in EX+ condition with front and rear lens caps. It's autofocus but of course will work with manual focus cameras lenses as well. $35.00 + shipping ($2.00 for shipping in the U.S. should cover it) -- 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 . __ Web-hosting solutions for home and business! http://website.yahoo.ca - 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: Interior lense dust/dirt
I have begun to notice these fine speck ofpaint on my 35-80 4.5/5.6 but not some much on my main lens the 80-200. Dave Begin Original Message From: Mike Gezing [EMAIL PROTECTED] Again I was not seeing dust but what appeared to be small flects of paint. Regards, Mike - 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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
Hey Bruce ... No need for the Nomex underwear, you just have different needs and preferences. Spot metering on the LX would be nice, but since I don't use a meter much these days, I don't really care too much one way or another. And since I don't use flash I couldn't care about flash sync ... in fact, none of the features you mentioned are ones that I have a need for. In the FWIW department, the low light shots I took last night were just fine with no signs of reciprocity failure. Others have mentioned this, too. Anyway, I'm just mentioning all this not to negate your comments but to emphasize the point that one camera may perform better, or be more comfortable to use, for one person than another. Blindly following list enablement is silly, although I'm not suggesting that Frantisek is doing that, as it seems he's looked into the features that are important to him. Having spent a few hours with a PZ-1p it became clear that it was not the camera for me, regardless of its modern features. The camera was uncomfortable to hold, had too many bells and whistles, lacked true MLU, interchangeable finders, the great tactile sensation of a black metal body, and a certain stealth quality. But that doesn't mean that it's a poor camera, or that it's not the ideal body for some people. As an addendum to my morning, coffee-inspired rambling, I received a 66 year old Leica the other day. Talk about retro - it doesn't even offer interchangeable lenses in the manner to which we've become accustomed, and the viewfinder is tiny, there's no film advance lever, just a knob, and film loading seems to require some contortionist skills. Nonetheless, it's a very appealing camera, and playing with it has shown that it has some advantages over more modern cameras, although ease of use may not be one of them. For example, my first reaction to there being no advance lever was that it would be a PITA to move the film along. But, after playing with it for a while I realized that I could turn the knob quite easily with just a finger, and that I didn't have to remove the camera from my eye to make way for the advance lever. IOW, advancing the film was very simple and easier for a left-eyed shooter like myself. With the collapsible lens the entire camera is only 42mm deep, and with a body that is both narrower and shorter than the MX, it fits easily into the pocket of most of my shirts, and into the pockets of my jeans, a feature that I like and which is somewhat important to me. So, while I don't see it as being a daily shooter, I do see its advantages and benefits, and recognize that it might have a place in ~my~ camera bag, while others will handily dismiss this little jewel in favor of the features provided by a bigger, louder, body with bigger lenses. Bruce Dayton wrote: I know it is probably a sacrilege to say so...but I have not been tempted by the LX. Even after handling one of Shel's. I don't feel that for my uses and needs that it really offers an over abundance of features. Unique to it are probably build quality and low-light metering. What is missing are things like spot metering, high speed flash synch, program shutter priority, easy flash fill, AF and simple things like you mentioned plague you - DX coding of film cartridges. I freely admit that there are some system things about the LX that aren't available to the MZ-S and PZ-1p, but those are things that I don't need very often or have never used so I don't know what I've been missing. In my hands, and for my uses, the LX is not the ideal camera. I don't shoot much low light, and if I did, I suspect that reciprocity failure creeps in pretty quick anyway - causing a need for bracketing. My night time experiments have turned out just fine without an LX. Yes, it might be a little better but not enough to warrant all the other things that I lose that I use more. I suspect, you should really try one. If you are one of those who becomes smitten with it, then by all means, get one. I think the advice is wise to plan on a good CLA to make sure you know the state of the camera. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - 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:10/1?
Isn't 10/1 a CB term for snafu? Thx peter - 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: WTB: MD LX Battery
I have a battery grip m for the MotorDrive LX. I find it difficult to use because of the way it sits (handle like). I'm looking for a Batterpack A or NiCd Battery Pack LX that will fit more 'tightly' to the MD. Anyone have one they want to get rid of, or have seen a used one around lately? Bill, Although much rarer tof ind, you might look out for a NiCad pack MX also - I'm sure it works fine on the LX drive. The NiCad pack LX works fine on the Motor Drive MX. Keep an eye on eBay, obviously, and check the usual stores. Once you find one, you may need to re-cell it, which can be done yourself. The following links will help you out: How to recell a NiCad pack: http://www.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/lxnicdpack.html where to buy the batteries: http://www.mrnicd-ehyostco.com/newpage3.htm (I can't check that last one - I'm not online as I write this, but I think it's the right one) I did it, which means anyone can do it! Good luck, Cotty ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - 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 Posting
I'll drink to that. Heck I'll drink to anything. I think when I visit England, you will be my first stop.. William Robb More than welcome! I'll make sure the beer is nice and warm ;-) ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - 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 .
Odp: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
- Original Message - From: Delano Mireles [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Anyone shoot MF exclusively? I'm in the process of searching for a MF camera and was wondering if anyone here shoots MF exclusively? Trying to decide if I should ditch my ZX-5n, upgrade my digital olympus for snapshots and go MF for everything else. I'm really wanting to get into portrait photography (mainly children) and it really seems like MF is the way to go. I don't shoot MF exclusively but I do it very often since 3 of my 5 lenses are MF. I use them on both AF and MF body. The former is the MZ-7 and the latter is the Program A. So how about buying some Super Program? This is truely a great camera - has f.e. TTL, 15 ~1/2000 sec, B, X=1/125, DOFP... Greetz Artur - 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Woody Allen is an accomplished clarinet player, and has performed frequently in and around NYC, as well as in other venues. Paris, Leonard wrote: Don't you mean Woody Herman? Woody Allen is a comedian. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Maybe music just lends itself to darkroom work. I often find myself tuning into Radio Havana's Cuban Jazz programming when I processing my negatives. Evan Shel Belinkoff wrote: Hi John ... You've discovered one of the great pleasure for a photographer - developing film and the enjoyment of music combined. Last night was Tri-X night here, accompanied by some country music - Wayne Hancock's Thunderclouds and Neons Signs and the sound track to Horse Whisperer. Listening to the music while actually processing the film gives me a little lift. Tonight will be a sixties festival, with the Shirelles and some Phil Spector produced tracks. I hope you have many more chances to be self-indulgent. - 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: Too old for a futon?
My acquired family their nation in general seem to live to a ripe old age. Futons obviously did not do them any harm - witness ba-chan (granny). She's 78, about 4' nothing, plays volleyball and makes the most delicious French Toast. When she reaches her century, the town office sends her a cheque for a million yen. Better than a postcard from E.R. Nonetheless, I strongly recommend you to change your sleeping arrangements. A man of your years should not have to suffer. Kind regards Peter - 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 .
Vivitar Lenses
Hi All - I am looking for a wide angle lens for my MX-50 (ZX-50 in USA). Looking at ebay I see a lot of Vivitar 28mm and 24mm wide angle MF lenses. Are they worth spending the $45.00USD? Or should I save my pennies for a SMC Pentax FA lens? All I have right now is a 35-80, and I am looking for something wider. Are there any recommendations for wide angle lenses? a 17-35mm would be cool, but I don't want to buy junk. Thanks! - Chris -- Chris Murray /\ [EMAIL PROTECTED] \ / ASCII RIBBON CAMPAIGN http://apeman.org/ XAGAINST HTML MAIL Cell: 604.861.8307 / \/ - 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Len! Woody Allen...comedian, writer-director, filmmaker! You mean you haven't heard his band? Actually, for folks like me he's a filmmaker but he's also a clarinetist. He's got a little combo that plays Monday nights in NYC. There's an interesting film by Barbara Koppel called, Wild Man Blues, about Woody and his group touring through Europe a few years back. Neat stuff. He's not the world's best musician, but then he's nowhere near the worst either. Not a bad filmmaker, either. He's won at least one Oscar. He wasn't there to accept it (for Annie Hall) as the story goes, since the Oscars used to be on Monday nights and he always gigs on Mondays. Brendan MacRae - 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 MZ-S questions and some observations
Hi Aleksandar, Congratulations on finding a second-hand MZ-S! 2) When using old screw mount Takumars with original Pentax screw mount adapter, I don't have focus confirmation at all - why is that? I can't remember where I read it, but I think that the focus confirmation only works with lenses faster than f/5.6. With a true K-mount lens, the body uses the aperture lever to open up the diaphragm while focusing, so the focusing works regardless of what you set the aperture at. However, I imagine that if you use an adaptor without aperture coupling, and stop down below 5.6, the camera sees a fixed aperture lens that's slower than f/5.6, and focus confirmation system doesn't work. AF is louder, hunts more and sometimes (rarely, but it happens) when it says it is in focus, it actually is way off If the focus seems way off in the finder, shoot a couple of pictures anyway and see how they come out. You could have a misaligned mirror or a faulty dioptre correction. Also have a look at what PF 8 is set to, as this controls AF fallback (1= use neighbouring sensor, 2 = don't use neigbour if can't lock on selected sensor). The AF could be failing on your selected sensor, falling back to the neigbouring one, and focusing on whatever's in that. Hope you enjoy the camera, -- 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 MZ-S questions and some observations
Hi Aleksandar, Congratulations on finding a second-hand MZ-S! 2) When using old screw mount Takumars with original Pentax screw mount adapter, I don't have focus confirmation at all - why is that? I can't remember where I read it, but I think that the focus confirmation only works with lenses faster than f/5.6. With a true K-mount lens, the body uses the aperture lever to open up the diaphragm while focusing, so the focusing works regardless of what you set the aperture at. However, I imagine that if you use an adaptor without aperture coupling, and stop down below 5.6, the camera sees a fixed aperture lens that's slower than f/5.6, and focus confirmation system doesn't work. AF is louder, hunts more and sometimes (rarely, but it happens) when it says it is in focus, it actually is way off If the focus seems way off in the finder, shoot a couple of pictures anyway and see how they come out. You could have a misaligned mirror or a faulty dioptre correction. Also have a look at what PF 8 is set to, as this controls AF fallback (1= use neighbouring sensor, 2 = don't use neigbour if can't lock on selected sensor). The AF could be failing on your selected sensor, falling back to the neigbouring one, and focusing on whatever's in that. Hope you enjoy the camera, -- 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: PZ-1p and lens ordered
- Original Message - From: Marc Schlotthauer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2002 10:48 AM Subject: PZ-1p and lens ordered I ordered my PZ-1p from BH ($479.95), and ordered the 28-70/4 from KEH in Excellent condition for $109 - can't beat that. Excellent choice here..I've got both and while the 28-70/4 is an outstanding lens, it feels a tad light on the PZ-1p. You will be like me I imagine, and be purchasing a FA28-105/4-5.6 some time in the near future! :) This will be the first time I've owned an SLR without having a compatible 50mm prime (which feels very strange), but I don't think the 50/1.4 will be far off Another great choice in 50mm lenses is the F 50mm/1.7. But the real beauty of the PZ-1p is you can use *any* K-mount 50mm lens on it. If you look around, M and A series 50mm are all over eBay, and can usually be gotten quite cheaply as most people look down on the 50mm lens these days John - 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: FS: Sigma 1.4x AF teleconverter
If he doesn't I have one available also. Kent Gittings -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Brendan Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2002 12:58 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: FS: Sigma 1.4x AF teleconverter I know you've prob got tons of requests, is it still available ? --- Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Offering to the list before it goes on eBay. This is the standard Sigma 1.4x teleconverter (not the EX series). It's in EX+ condition with front and rear lens caps. It's autofocus but of course will work with manual focus cameras lenses as well. $35.00 + shipping ($2.00 for shipping in the U.S. should cover it) -- 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 . __ Web-hosting solutions for home and business! http://website.yahoo.ca - 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 email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This footnote also confirms that this email message has been swept by MIMEsweeper for the presence of computer viruses. www.mimesweeper.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: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
Delano, as I've gotten more comfortable with Medium Format I've found it consumes an increasing amount of my photo time. Currently when I shooting I probably at 70% MF and 30% 35mm. That being said I think it's only fair to point out that I usually spend twice as much time setting MF pictures due to the nature of my camera. I would advise against ditching the 5n because in my experiance 35mm still has a lot to offer in terms of quickness and film selections. Evan From: Delano Mireles Hi all, I'm in the process of searching for a MF camera and was wondering if anyone here shoots MF exclusively? Trying to decide if I should ditch my ZX-5n, upgrade my digital olympus for snapshots and go MF for everything else. I'm really wanting to get into portrait photography (mainly children) and it really seems like MF is the way to go. Any opinions? Thanks, 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 .
Re: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
On Thursday, January 10, 2002, at 11:26 AM, Shel Belinkoff wrote: For me, it's more than just that. The interchangeable screens and finders make this a very special camera, as do some of the neat accessories. Yeah, but the ones I like/need/want can, for the most part, be had for the 6x7 already. There are only two reasons I don't use the 67 for everything: 1) it's too loud for quiet situations, like photographing musicians while they play (unless the band is Big Sugar, who I DID photograph with my 67, and no one heard me ;) ) 2) it doesn't have the LX's wicked OTF meter. -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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
I found the best cure for the ailment of my LX was to put it in the attic in the spare camera bag and use the MX again. Hi Malcolm, Eh?? What's up with it??? Concerned, Cotty ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - 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: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
I do own a bunch of Pentax 35mm gear, shoot BW almost exclusively, (no I won't sell it you vultures G) but I find myself shooting almost exclusively with my 6x7 gear. Those huge negatives just do something for me, I just had a 50x60 print done and you can see the individual strands of the person's hair that is sitting on a bench in the photo, his head is about 2cm across in the print, amazing (handheld at 125, I think the 6x7 shutter vibration complaints are bogus). Had I to do it over, I would have purchased one 35mm with a couple of lenses then bought all 6x7 gear (for my style of shooting anyway)... Norm Delano Mireles wrote: I'm in the process of searching for a MF camera and was wondering if anyone here shoots MF exclusively? Trying to decide if I should ditch my ZX-5n, upgrade my digital olympus for snapshots and go MF for everything else. I'm really wanting to get into portrait photography (mainly children) and it really seems like MF is the way to go. - 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: Vivitar Lenses
Sigma makes a 15-30 mm zoom that is very very very nice. A friend of mine has one as part of his N***n outfit. I've shot a few rolls with it and was very pleased with the results. On the down side: 1) Price! Very Expensive, BH Lists it for 549 2) Lens flare!! A pentax version is available. Regards Patrick Chris Murray [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent by: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 10/01/2002 19:14 Please respond to pentax-discuss To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] cc: Subject:Vivitar Lenses Hi All - I am looking for a wide angle lens for my MX-50 (ZX-50 in USA). Looking at ebay I see a lot of Vivitar 28mm and 24mm wide angle MF lenses. Are they worth spending the $45.00USD? Or should I save my pennies for a SMC Pentax FA lens? All I have right now is a 35-80, and I am looking for something wider. Are there any recommendations for wide angle lenses? a 17-35mm would be cool, but I don't want to buy junk. Thanks! - Chris -- Chris Murray /\ [EMAIL PROTECTED] \ / ASCII RIBBON CAMPAIGN http://apeman.org/ XAGAINST HTML MAIL Cell: 604.861.8307 / \/ - 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Hi ... I'm sure you'll enjoy it. The album, originally recorded in 1963, features 'trane, McCoy Tyner, Jimmy Garrison, and Elvin Jones, with Hartman doing the vocals. There are but six cuts - They Say It's Wonderful; Dedicated to You; My One and Only Love; Lush Life; You Are Too Beautiful; and Autumn Serenade. If you're not familiar with Hartman, this is a good introduction, and Coltrane plays in a very mellow, melodic manner. A few months after recording this album, Hartman got together with Hank Jones, Illinois Jacquet, Kenny Burrel, Milt Hinton, and Elvin Jones, and recorded I Just Dropped By to Say Hello, an album in a similar mood. His music was also featured in the movie Bridges of Madison County. Check out the CD Remembering Madison County for a real treat. Listen, I could go on for hours about this guy ... As for myself, I like all kinds of music, from classical to hip-hop. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Shel... I have the Monk album (Riverside label) that Coltrane plays on. Great stuff. I look for the Hartman CD next time I'm out. I was raised on rock 'n roll but I find myself drifting further into jazz. I love new orleans jazz, like the stuff Woody Allen plays with his group. The Squirrel Nut Zippers do that kind of music (with a modern flair) and it's great fun. I really love bebop the most...Diz and Bird, older stuff. When I go to Tower records now I pass most of the rock stuff and head into the jazz section. I spend too much time and money there. It's like going to a photo shop! -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - 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: FS: Sigma 1.4x AF teleconver ter
Actually, you're the first. Not that much traffic in the middle of the day, I suppose so it's still available if you want it. Mark -- Original Message -- I know you've prob got tons of requests, is it still available ? --- Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Offering to the list before it goes on eBay. This is the standard Sigma 1.4x teleconverter (not the EX series). It's in EX+ condition with front and rear lens caps. It's autofocus but of course will work with manual focus cameras lenses as well. $35.00 + shipping ($2.00 for shipping in the U.S. should cover it) -- 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 . __ Web-hosting solutions for home and business! http://website.yahoo.ca - 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 . -- 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
There's a Trivial Pursuit factoid. I've listened to lots of Woody Herman recordings but never heard one of Woody Allen's. Recording must not have been one of the venues he performed in. Of course, I might be thinking of the wrong Woody Allen. Len --- Woody Allen is an accomplished clarinet player, and has performed frequently in and around NYC, as well as in other venues. Paris, Leonard wrote: Don't you mean Woody Herman? Woody Allen is a comedian. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - - 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Don't you mean Woody Herman? Woody Allen is a comedian. Comedian and Jazz clarinetist. In fact, he skipped the Academy Awards ceremony when he won his first Oscar (for Annie Hall) and played a gig with his band instead. -- 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: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
On 10 Jan 2002, at 11:37, Delano Mireles wrote: Hi all, I'm in the process of searching for a MF camera and was wondering if anyone here shoots MF exclusively? Trying to decide if I should ditch my ZX-5n, upgrade my digital olympus for snapshots and go MF for everything else. I'm really wanting to get into portrait photography (mainly children) and it really seems like MF is the way to go. Any opinions? Thanks, Delano I don't know anyone who shoots MF exclusively. While I much prefer to shoot MF, my 35mm will still always have its applications where it is preferred (speed, autofocus, the 600mm lens, speedy processing, etc). Digital is catching up fairly quickly, but I can still get a better scan from a 35mm slide on good film (provia-F or E100 or something like that) than any consumer digital camera out there. Until Pentax comes out with a digital body that I can use my already-acquired and paid for lenses, I will stick with film. Cheers! Brian - 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: FM3A dilemma
On Thursday, January 10, 2002, at 12:16 PM, William Robb wrote: I can only say this: After using both Nikkor and Pentax 35mm lenses, I will never use Nikkor 35mm lenses again. Having not too much exposure to Nikon manual focus gear previously, I was surprised at how sloppy and loose the 50mm f1.4 Nikkor felt that was attached to the F3 of my host while I was in North Carolina. Of course, it was an excellent lens performancewise, but compared to my M-series glass, it felt almost cheap! -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: Too old for a futon?
Hi, waking up stiff and sore... that's a sign of youth vigour, not age :o) --- Bob mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Thursday, January 10, 2002, 4:06:01 PM, you wrote: I've been sleeping on a futon for 15 years, which I got approximately when I became too old to sleep on the floor. Keep waking up stiff and sore...maybe I should get a real bed one of these days. Kind of like my eyes getting too old for manual-focus viewfinders :-( :-( - 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:10/1
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OT or these
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Re: Happy 2002 to all PDMLers
On Thursday, January 10, 2002, at 12:07 PM, David Brooks wrote: If i get my buut in gear and get a scanner soon, i can put in some snow.LOL HAR! Now that would ~definitely~ not be Found View. -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: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...)
I'll contact you off list my friend. Malcolm -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Cotty Sent: 10 January 2002 18:30 To: Pentax List Subject: RE: getting LX - worth it? (repairs,...) I found the best cure for the ailment of my LX was to put it in the attic in the spare camera bag and use the MX again. Hi Malcolm, Eh?? What's up with it??? Concerned, Cotty ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - 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: Vivitar Lenses
I've always been happy with my Vivitars. I have a MF 24f2.8 which has performed well for me. I think new a few years ago it cost around US$60.00. Christian On Thu, 2002-01-10 at 13:14, Chris Murray wrote: Hi All - I am looking for a wide angle lens for my MX-50 (ZX-50 in USA). Looking at ebay I see a lot of Vivitar 28mm and 24mm wide angle MF lenses. Are they worth spending the $45.00USD? Or should I save my pennies for a SMC Pentax FA lens? All I have right now is a 35-80, and I am looking for something wider. Are there any recommendations for wide angle lenses? a 17-35mm would be cool, but I don't want to buy junk. Thanks! - Chris - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Vivitar Lenses
Chris Murray wrote: I am looking for a wide angle lens for my MX-50 (ZX-50 in USA). Looking at ebay I see a lot of Vivitar 28mm and 24mm wide angle MF lenses. Are they worth spending the $45.00USD? Or should I save my pennies for a SMC Pentax FA lens? All I have right now is a 35-80, and I am looking for something wider. Are there any recommendations for wide angle lenses? a 17-35mm would be cool, but I don't want to buy junk. I had the Vivitar 24/2.8 a couple of years ago. Not too bad at all and much better than a cheap zoom in that range, I expect. B H sells it new for $75.00. I kind of wish I'd kept it now as there are times when the size of the FA*24/2.0 is inconvenient. -- 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: Gettiong Back to Basics
Look for Wild Man Blues on CD. Paris, Leonard wrote: There's a Trivial Pursuit factoid. I've listened to lots of Woody Herman recordings but never heard one of Woody Allen's. Recording must not have been one of the venues he performed in. Of course, I might be thinking of the wrong Woody Allen. -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.earthlink.net/~belinkoff/ - 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: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
An interesting concept. I've tended to use Medium for anything serious, but still film for 35mm snapshots, etc. My reasoning is, if it's worth pressing the button for, it's probably worth keeping. Medium Format is used for anniversaries and other memorable gatherings where the history of the event is desirable. That takes detail. (Right now my father-in-law, pro photographer, is partly engaged in the preservation of very old family shots. Trying to preserve even the detail of a face can be a lot of work. Better to have extra detail now than losing what little is there later.) I wouldn't drop 35mm. Maybe reduce its usage. My MF work was with the so-convenient Fuji FA645. A wonderful little tool. Hope these thoughts are useful. Collin -- From: Delano Mireles [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Anyone shoot MF exclusively? Hi all, I'm in the process of searching for a MF camera and was wondering if anyone here shoots MF exclusively? Trying to decide if I should ditch my ZX-5n, upgrade my digital olympus for snapshots and go MF for everything else. I'm really wanting to get into portrait photography (mainly children) and it really seems like MF is the way to go. Any opinions? Thanks, 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 .
Re: Today's photographic fantasy
and have ultra fine grain, actually I don't see why it hasn't been done yet. --- Collin Brendemuehl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I want a film that will chemically LOCK the image on and only on the first exposure to light. After that it can be removed and processed IN THE LIGHT. That would be convenient. No darkroom or changing bag needed. Just dip into chemicals and get the image! Let's start with BW positive negative. Kodak -- are you listening??? I smell hobbyist profits here! :) Collin -- . --- I know what I'm doing. Picard, Star Trek: First Contact -- - __ Web-hosting solutions for home and business! http://website.yahoo.ca - 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: Revive the Spotmatic name! Yeah!
Might I suggest the 105mm f/2.5 in either AI or AI-S. Looks good, feels good, and is a fine performer. Len --- That's the problem, all right. Nikkors. Super-sharp-looking, but harsh. The FM3A is a great little camera, though--just my cup of tea. The big question being, can I find a Nikkor I can put up with? --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 .
Hard case for ZX/Mz
Hello, first post here but i have been following the debates and exchanges here, and found it to be very interesting and informed. I own a Pentax MZ-50 but was quite disappointed to see it sold without a case, and when i asked if there existed some hard case in the manner of old time, i was said that it was out of fashion, and if i wanted, there existed some soft cases. (I checked, they indeed exist ($55 at BH)) I make do for the moment with a Lowepro bag, but i would really like to be able to transport my camera in the most compact but secure way, which it seems to me is only possible with a hard case. So the question is : where can i find such a thing at a reasonable price ? Note that the MZ has a battery compartment that makes the use of used cases for old cameras impossible. - 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 .
Hp and Pentax team up
Note: The new 4-megapixel HP digicam has a PENTAX zoom lens. http://www.dpreview.com/news/0201/02010903hpphotosmart812.asp - 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: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
On Thursday, January 10, 2002, at 01:34 PM, Norman Baugher wrote: (handheld at 125, I think the 6x7 shutter vibration complaints are bogus). I think that much of it has to do with technique. I've had plenty of luck at 1/60 and 1/30 with MLU...the mirror lockup switch is so convenient that for a static subject it's almost a crime not to use it. The article on vibration issues on Luminous Landscape makes sense because the author is talking about long lenses...minor vibration makes a lot more difference with a 600mm than a 105mm lens. Anyhow, I really have no complaints about sharpness due to vibration with my 67. Lack of sharpness due to stupid focusing mistakes, well, I have some complaints about that... -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: Today's photographic fantasy
What about a Polaroid type film/camera.Snap a pic and pull out a processed neg. Dave Begin Original Message From: Collin Brendemuehl [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thu, 10 Jan 2002 14:45:58 -0500 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Today's photographic fantasy I want a film that will chemically LOCK the image on and only on the first exposure to light. After that it can be removed and processed IN THE LIGHT. That would be convenient. No darkroom or changing bag needed. Just dip into chemicals and get the image! Let's start with BW positive negative. Kodak -- are you listening??? I smell hobbyist profits here! :) Collin -- . --- I know what I'm doing. Picard, Star Trek: First Contact -- - 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 .
Re: MF or MF: was: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
I was just wondering the same thing Fred, is there a different abbreviation, I always get confused (easy for me)... Yeah, I'm easily confused, too, Norm - g. Actually, it's usually not a problem to decode the MF abbreviation - the context (in relation to AF, or in relation to 35mm, etc.) is generally helpful enough. But, every once in a while... Delano did respond, I see, and he was referring to medium format. Mystery solved... Fred - 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: Mint MX on Ebay, low BIN
On 1/9/02 1:14 PM, Rob [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mint MX on Ebay, low BIN http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1320123125 - 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 . Seems kinda high to me...maybe I should sell mine. - 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: z1p and M lenses
[EMAIL PROTECTED] escribió: Spot metering is only available with the A, F, and FA lenses, not the M or K's. You would be using center weighted metering. You can use spot metering with the M or K series lenses. You also get focus confirmation. What you lose is matrix metering. -- 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: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
Oops. Typo. Also, In the mid 80s I used a Bronica ETR. Nice, but bulky. The Fuji rules for convenience. Perhaps a Kiev? A bit heavy, but cheap. Search for Pentax in Excite.com Classifieds. Collin http://inspcl.infospace.com/info.xcite/iclass?cat=generalop=browseTQY=QENH=1QFDMA=0QDMA=QCQS=QC=QS=QZ=QO=QREG=0QVCAT=1QVSCAT=3QVSSCAT=8_debug=_DEFDMA=_ADSRC=_ADLISTING=FEATITLE=_ADV_SRC=_ADV_USR=_ADV_ST=2TITLE=Home+%26+GardenVTITLE=pdbn=INSPGDATEMOREDEF=1OF=/classads/gene_details.htmlqcond=0RN=3Rand=1010694510NIL=Qh5ZXlhCM35sTH9bEEUyfWgDbUIeWDdRK117NIK=Rg^^QAL=6QC=QS=QZ=QO=QY=2QW=pentaxADTRK=INSP30 --- From: Paris, Leonard [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Anyone shoot MF exclusively? FA645 or GA645? FA645 woulld make it more in line with Pentax. ;-) 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: pentax-discuss-digest V1 #1889
This question relates to the effect that dust or dirt particles on the interior lense elements may have on the quality of the photograghic image. I had read comments on another site about dust problems in some of the new Pentax lenses. In the process of doing a thorough cleaning of my equipment last week I though that I would see how my lenses faired in this regard. I held a lense (Pentax A 35-105 mm) up to bright window light and looked through the back (mount end). As I turned the zoom and focusing rings I noticed small particles come into focus. They were not dust or lint and were on one of the interior elements. After looking at all my lenses in this manner I found that particles of dirt were more prevalent in zoom lenses vs primes and appeared to a greater degree in size and number in older lenses vs new. In fact my three newest lenses all primes were clean. Has anyone one read any material on this matter or done any testing to see if this is a real problem. Again I was not seeing dust but what appeared to be small flects of paint. Mike, First, check to see that the dust or dirt isn't actually on the front and back elements. Even lenses that look perfectly clean when you look AT them prove to be not quite clean when you look THROUGH them. Almost all lenses have at least a slight bit of dust or dirt that is visible when the lens is backlighted. It generally does not have any detectible effect on picture quality; the most it could do is increase veiling glare somewhat and decrease contrast. This effect would be slight unless there was quite a lot of dust (if you've ever shot with a lens with a very dirty front element--especially one with fingerprints on it--you'll know what I'm talking about). The real problem is that early fungus growth often looks like dust. What you will see in a backlit lens are small particles that look like dust, but that resemble tiny eyelashes. They often appear to be randomly scattered and not just between one set of elements. If you catch fungus at this stage, it will not have done damage to the lens yet, and you can still have the lens dismantled and cleaned--although the fungus may still come back. Lots of times when you see eBay auctions for lenses that say some dust inside the lens, does not affect picture quality, it may well actually be fungus. However, I don't think I've ever seen a single lens that is perfectly clean inside. --Mike J The 37th Frame, an independent newsletter for photographers www.37thframe.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: Anyone shoot MF exclusively?
If budget is a big concern one of the great things about the Mamiya 645 system is that with a cheap adapter they can take Pentacon Six mount lenses. These are widely available and are very cheap. An Arsat 80mm 2.8 lens can be had new for around $50. Combine that with a $200 m645 or m645j body and you have a decent system. Evan From: Delano Mireles Collin and all who responded, Thanks for the opinions! Artur, sorry for the lack of clarity on my part. I meant Medium Format when using the abbreviation MF. I agree that I should probably keep the 35mm (if for no other reason to stay a part of this wonderful group :-) but really invest in MF from now on if I go ahead with this purchase. I've got my lenses (28, 50, 135, 28-80, 80-200, 70-300) and a decent flash so that should hold me for a while. I'm looking at going with a Mamiya - - either 645 or RB 67 (used of course) or Bronica ETRSi. Hassy is just too expensive after the initial purchase. I'm also looking at the Alien Bee flash that was reviewed in this month's Shutterbug as well as Photoflex's Starlite system. Anyone ever use either? Thanks again, 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 .
No dilemma: Re: FM3A dilemma
Specs can be deceiving. You got to try it. I brought an LX to the store and tried FM3A along side with it. FM3A feels like crap (excuse me for the expression.) I see these deficiencies: 1. No interchangeable finders 2. No OTF meetering 3. Only 3 focusing screens (none of which I like) 4. Feels flimsy and cheap (knock it on the table it might break) 5. Can't buy 2nd hand, therefore price is too high But two things it does have over the LX: 1. Flash sync at 250. 2. Quieter shutter. 3. Feels lighter in weight (plastic inside?) The LX is clearly more fun. Regards, ___ Tonghang Zhou (Zhou is pronounced like Joe) On Thu, 10 Jan 2002, Mike Johnston wrote: Bob Walkden wrote: From the spec you've given you might prefer to buy a new Nikon FM3A, which has many of the great LX features (surpasses it in some ways), but then you'd have to get a whole bunch of their lenses too. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: No dilemma: Re: FM3A dilemma
It's metal. They just chose a lighter metal to keep the weight down. Aluminum. The top and bottom covers are brass. Len --- But two things it does have over the LX: 1. Flash sync at 250. 2. Quieter shutter. 3. Feels lighter in weight (plastic inside?) The LX is clearly more fun. Regards, ___ Tonghang Zhou (Zhou is pronounced like Joe) - 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 .
Dust vs. fungus
Mike Johnston wrote: Lots of times when you see eBay auctions for lenses that say some dust inside the lens, does not affect picture quality, it may well actually be fungus. And if you're very, very lucky and have appeased the photographic gods you might someday get just the opposite: I once bought a lens via eBay to use for parts. It was advertised as having fungus so it went real cheap. When I disassembled it I found that the fungus wiped off with one pass of a lens cleaning tissue: it was just dust. -- 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 .
