Re: A FEW DETAILS about the new Pentax 645N II
Mike wrote: ***The camera will have a REAL mirror lock-up (MLU) so those of you who don't agree with me about this feature should be happy!!*** It has BOTH real mirror lock and mirror-prefire via the self timer (if the camera is programmed that way with the custom functions). Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re[3]: P67II or P645n
Bruce wrote: So when is the 645nII going to be available and where can I read about the new changes/features? It has been available here for over a month now. In fact, I plan to visit the Pentax distributor today and take a look at it. Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re[2]: P67II or P645n
Bruce wrote: I think you make a very valid point in that the 645 could actually be considered to replace 35mm. Since I have a reasonable 35mm outfit, I would have some concerns in replacing it. I wasn't really thinking about replacing it literally. It's just that you can take a complete 645 outfit in the field and don't miss the 35mm gear. You can leave it at home. Whereas, a complete 67 system isn't really manageable for most of us and on a shooting you really have to carry 35mm gear as well in order to cover most shooting situation. Of course, all this depends on your shooting style Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: af speed again...
No, I belive the offposite should happen, as more light comes to the AF sensor, the more contrast, therefore less hunting. I do not knoe if there is a noticeable difference with the apertures you mention, but between 2.8 and 5.6 there might be. Michele --- Nick Wright [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know that lens size will play a part in how fast the camera can focus. But, does this mean that my FA* 300/4.5 will focus faster than say a FA* 300/2.8. Because, from what I understand, the 4.5 is much smaller than the 2.8? Thanks. Nick Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: non-favorite Pentax lens?
Without doubt, the FA 28-80 3.5-4.5 power zoom, that was sold with the Z-1. Terrible build lens, Wobbly inner barrel that over the years fell out. Sticky aperure blades, and over time, refused to focus at infinity Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Spotted on eBay: 24mm Tokina 2.8 in PK
It's a recent start, so ya-boo! http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1327877842 24mm Tokina 2.8 in PK Cheers, 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 .
wide-angle: pictures made with FA*24/2.0 and one example for flare
Hello, I mounted ten pictures made with the FA*24/2.0 on my homepage in a new gallery www.bienenbnernd.de ---Galerie --- 4th and least gallery The pictures No 5 (with red frame) shows some unexpected flare. In the moment I took this shot I didn't mention it. Who would think of flare when the sun doesn't appear in the picture?! By the way: concerning 'Subject: This List Should Have Warning Labels...': I never thought so much on cameras, lenses, and so on for the last 20 years (when I gave up my own dark-room) since I began looking at the PUG and homepages of its members and at least reading the PDML. Thanks god my wife has her own intensive hobby in sports so she understands emotions in those things. best wishes Bernd - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Buying out of date film.
All points noted; very interested in the comments in this string. Thanks. Malcolm - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Yatta
I got this sent to me; being brought up with M. Python has made my (at least) generation keen on the more bizarre styles of humour. It is addictive - must exit.can't move hands.:-) Malcolm Where did you find that? That's more condensed weirdness than I've seen in quite a while. I had to force myself to exit after the third play! It's strangely addictive. Pat White - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
New Pentax 645II (WAS: Re[3]: P67II or P645n)
I wrote: It has been available here for over a month now. In fact, I plan to visit the Pentax distributor today and take a look at it. I've just been there looking at it. It's terrific. The new finish looks fabulous. Also, the plastic seem to be of a better quality than before. This camera feels and looks like a brick. I've never seen anything with plastic finish that look so good. The camera also feels softer and smoother somehow. Mirror-lock works great. Also, there are more lenses coming for it soon. It would make the camera an even better proposition. (sorry I can't disclose focal lengths). Pål Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: 645d (wasRe: P67II or P645n)
Tom wrote: I agree. What would a 645d look like? Would it have a 6x4.5 sensor? If not, what would be the point? After all, this is just a rumor. From japan. Also the luminous landscape site suggest the same thing. Pentax have also recently patented a digital back for the 645. Theres nothing in hard writing yet. Digital back also make sense for MF systems. They are experiencing great sales loss due to uncertainty about their future and digital. Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Oops
Mike Johnston wrote: As for the other expenses, it's a month away. We'll know everything then. I must have money on the brain. I mistyped expenses when I meant changes. Can you have a senior moment at 44? Well, whatever Let me see...? What was the question? Oh yeah, can you have a senior moment at 44? I think that's about when they start. Paul - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
50mm lenses for bellows use.
Hi all, I am looking at permanently attaching a 50 mm lens reverse mounted on my bellows - I usually use my FA50f1.4, but I'm starting to get annoyed with taking it apart and putting it back together again. The question I need answered is, as I'm going to dedicate a lens to the bellows, which one would be best for my needs? I generally shoot with the lens stopped down to f16 or f22 to get the greatest depth of field. My subjects are 3 dimensional, so a flat field of focus is not 100% necessary. My subjects also tend to hide from bright lights, so I can't use extra light to help me focus, and at full extension of the bellows and a 2 times converter between the camera and bellows (7 times magnification to the film), any extra light is a bonus. I'll probably end up with a K or M f1.4 or a K f1.2, but the closest I have come to an f1.2 is picking one up at a swap meet, so I have no idea of it's optical performance compared with an f1.4 (particularly reverse mounted on bellows for macro use). So my question to all you knowledgable people out there is: is a 50 mm f1.2 as sharp as an f1.4 when stopped down between f11 and f22, and is there anything you know about these lenses that I should know before I go out and try to buy one? Any and all help is greatly appreciated. Leon http://www.bluering.org.au http://www.bluering.org.au/leon - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: 645d (wasRe: P67II or P645n)
BTW The contacts are placed on the grip section immediately to the right of the back. In other words, it's feasible that electrical contacts for a digital back can fit directly into the electrical contacts on the body. Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: 50mm lenses for bellows use.
I am no expert on macro, but afaik, fast lenses aren't preferred for extreme close-up. For 50mm, f1.7 or f2 is preferred. regards, Alan Chan I am looking at permanently attaching a 50 mm lens reverse mounted on my bellows - I usually use my FA50f1.4, but I'm starting to get annoyed with taking it apart and putting it back together again. The question I need answered is, as I'm going to dedicate a lens to the bellows, which one would be best for my needs? I generally shoot with the lens stopped down to f16 or f22 to get the greatest depth of field. My subjects are 3 dimensional, so a flat field of focus is not 100% necessary. My subjects also tend to hide from bright lights, so I can't use extra light to help me focus, and at full extension of the bellows and a 2 times converter between the camera and bellows (7 times magnification to the film), any extra light is a bonus. I'll probably end up with a K or M f1.4 or a K f1.2, but the closest I have come to an f1.2 is picking one up at a swap meet, so I have no idea of it's optical performance compared with an f1.4 (particularly reverse mounted on bellows for macro use). So my question to all you knowledgable people out there is: is a 50 mm f1.2 as sharp as an f1.4 when stopped down between f11 and f22, and is there anything you know about these lenses that I should know before I go out and try to buy one? Any and all help is greatly appreciated. _ 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 .
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Re: teleconverters and losing an f/stop: any benefit?
John, Thanks for your detailed reviews of TCs. When someone takes the time to share his test results in such detail, it spares list members like me from wasting money on turkeys. But my question about effective aperture remains unanswered. It's clear enough that by multiplying the focal length, you reduce depth of field. I'm asking this: Given that a 1.4X reduces depth of field, do you get some of it back because your lens's f/5.6 setting is now effectively f/8? John Mustarde [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You get less DOF when adding a TC, assuming the lens-with-TC and the same bare lens are both wide open and focused on a subject the same distance away. So a 300/2.8 + 1.4X TC = 420mm/f4, focused at 21 feet will have less DOF than a bare 300/2.8 focused the same 21 feet distance. 13 Selby Court Poolesville, Maryland 20837-2410 [EMAIL PROTECTED] H (301) 349-5243 - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: 645d (wasRe: P67II or P645n)
My plastic is itching now! The APS size sensor denies me of any desire to get the MZ-d, but the 645 system is growing in interest hourly... -Original Message- From: Pål Audun Jensen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: 28 January 2002 11:38 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: 645d (wasRe: P67II or P645n) BTW The contacts are placed on the grip section immediately to the right of the back. In other words, it's feasible that electrical contacts for a digital back can fit directly into the electrical contacts on the body. Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Oops
Let me see...? What was the question? Oh yeah, can you have a senior moment at 44? I think that's about when they start. Paul - Hmm, 44? That was too long ago for me to remember back that far. Could have been, though. :) 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: Differences between Z-1 and Z1-p
Frantisek, Neil is right. There is no separate flash compensation on the Z-1. It's a fine camera, but I added a Z-1p that a list member was retiring for the separate flash compensation (fill flash) and the faster winder speed (~3.5 fps vs 2 fps). Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: NvN To comment on Darryn's question about the differences between the Z-1 and NvN the Z1-p .. NvN There is one very important difference not mentioned in that thread ... you NvN can set the flash's exposure compensation seperately from the camera's NvN exposure compensation on the Z-1p. This means that you can more effectively NvN set flash-fill to ambient ratios on the Z-1p. The Z-1 only had exposure NvN compensation which affected the camera and the flashgun's exposure. The NvN Z-1p therefore gives a lot more control. vN Neil. Hi Neil, is that really true? Did you use both bodies, or did you heard it? I am unsure because I held a friend's Z1 and I think I remember setting flash compensation SEPARATELY from ambient compensation. Please check somebody with Z1 body. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: This List Should Have Warning Labels...
You've been enabled! Bill KG4LOV [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Marc Schlotthauer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 27, 2002 11:01 PM Subject: This List Should Have Warning Labels... Geez... I innocently joined this list just because my Spotmatics and I felt a bit insecure among all the Canon and Nikon aficionados out there. A week or two after joining the list, I took the plunge and bought a PZ-1p with a handy-dandy 28-70 f/4 zoom, and have been obsessing mightily. Now, I'm lusting after the 645, and have casually mentioned to my wife the possiblity of converting a section of the garage into a darkroom. I'm a dead man. Marc in Oregon - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: This List Should Have Warning Labels...
Now, I'm lusting after the 645, and have casually mentioned to my wife the possiblity of converting a section of the garage into a darkroom. I'm a dead man. Marc, Join the crowd, join the crowd. Actually, I guess you already have! gg Good for you in starting a darkroom. I have the studs for an elaborate little 7' x 9' darkroom all built downstairs in my basement--I'm putting up the subwall now and working on the ventilation system. I've been a bit distracted by digital, but just THINKING about digital too much just makes me miss conventional darkroom work too much. I used to be the Editor of _Photo Techniques_, previous called _Darkroom and Creative Camera Techniques_, which was, until I got my paws on it, the largest surviving darkroom magazine in the English-speaking world (now it's a general photographic magazine with a distinctly technical and scholarly slant--scholarly by magazine standards, at least). My friend Ctein (pronounced kuh-TINE), former Contributing Editor for _Darkroom Photography_ magazine, former Contributing Editor for the American _Camera Darkroom Photography_ magazine, former contributor to the English _Darkroom User_ magazine, current contributor Editor for the English _Camera Darkroom_ magazine, and current contributor to _Photo Techniques_, has a nice section on his website about building a temporary darkroom (I put that in quotes because his has been in continuous duty for 20+ years g). It might offer you some tips about how to convert part of your garage without doing any damage to the resale value of your house. Best, --Mike * * * Photography is simple. The only complicated thing is keeping it simple. (Ken Archer) * * * Find out about Mike Johnston's unique photography newsletter, The 37th Frame, at http://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: New Enlarger Up and Running
Thanks Mike. Another question: Obviously a VCCE head is convenient. Is it superior to gel filters below the lens in terms of image quality? Paul, Yes, I think so. More to the point, it offers more control more easily. With infinitely variable contrast BETWEEN whole or half grades it's very easy to tweak contrast exactly. I've considered the possibility of putting gel filters behind the diffusion glass on my ancient Omega cold light head. It's accessible. Would this be better than gels below the lens? Yes. Any way to put the filters before the lens is preferable, unless it subjects the gels to too much heat. A cold light gets to around 100 degrees F which is usually no problem. I've been using gels below the lens ever since I went to cold light, but it bugs me. I figure why worry about lens resolution if you're going to put a cheap gel filter below it. It would bug me too. I'm not saying you'd find it easy to notice a big difference--or any visible difference--but just on the face of it it does seem evident that it's not the best solution. --Mike * * * Photography is simple. The only complicated thing is keeping it simple. (Ken Archer) * * * Find out about Mike Johnston's unique photography newsletter, The 37th Frame, at http://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: FS: pentax SFXn in perfect cond; SMC F 1.4/50 lens (together or separately)
Hey Pentax brother, Don't get the M lenses! 'K' for best overall optical design, or 'A' for color contrast improvements. Even the SuperMultiCoated Tak 50/1.4 would be better than the 'M' and would look nice on a KX! Collin :) == ... so I will get a M or K 1.4/50 (losing some sharpness over the F but gaining better looks g) -- . --- Cats are evil incarnate. They are only your friend until someone makes a better offer. They are the whores of the animal kingdom. -- an fellow hater of cats who requested anonymity -- -- - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Wide Angle Enlarging Lenses
I have used the 40mm f4 El-Nikkor for years when I need to make a 20x24 from a 35mm neg. on the baseboard on my Beseler 23C III. It does an excellent job -- grain is clear and crisp and there is minimal light falloff. Okay, I guess I'm wrong about wide-angle enlarging lenses. Actually I'm just parroting some advice that Arthur Kramer used to dispense on the old CompuServe. He had tested all manner of enlarging lenses and had found that NO wide-angle lens came up to the standard of the best of the lenses of the stand focal length for any format. Of course, Uncle Arthur's standards are the highest--he prints 35mm, for instance, with an 8x10 Durst (about a $10,000 enlarger) elaborately bolted to a concrete wall and equipped with a $2,400 Apo-El-Nikkor enlarging lens (serial number 007, if I remember correctly g). In any event, I'll cede the point to anybody like you, Bob, who has direct experience. While not giving up on my prejudices entirely either. g --Mike * * * Photography is simple. The only complicated thing is keeping it simple. (Ken Archer) * * * Find out about Mike Johnston's unique photography newsletter, The 37th Frame, at http://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: wide-angle: pictures made with FA*24/2.0 and one example for flare
The actual link is: http://www.bienenbernd.de isn't it? (there is a 'n' less than the one you said) It doesn't work well with Netscape. I agree that the flare shown there is a little bit strange. I have the SMC-A 24/2.8 and I have never seen anything like this... Regards, Jaume --- Familie Scheffler [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello, I mounted ten pictures made with the FA*24/2.0 on my homepage in a new gallery www.bienenbnernd.de ---Galerie --- 4th and least gallery The pictures No 5 (with red frame) shows some unexpected flare. In the moment I took this shot I didn't mention it. Who would think of flare when the sun doesn't appear in the picture?! Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Too Short Pentax Cable Switch F (Survey)
It would be nice if extensions were available. It would be nicer if they had produced an adapter to make it fit the MZ-S so I wouldn't have had to buy the MZ-S item ($60 or so) and wouldn't have to carry both around when I am using 2 bodies. Regards, /\/\ick... - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: AF teleconverter 1.7
On Sun, 27 Jan 2002 20:45:19 -, Frits J. Wthrich wrote: Does it move back to infinity when I switch off my PZ-1? Or do I need to AF focus on something at infinity before switching the camera off to reset the converter? You have to do that yourself, there is no 'reset' as far as I could tell ... Regards, JvW - Jan van Wijk; www.fsys.demon.nl - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New Pentax 645II (WAS: Re[3]: P67II or P645n)
Pal said: Also, there are more lenses coming for it soon. It would make the camera an even better proposition. (sorry I can't disclose focal lengths). One's gotta be the 55/2.8. tv -- Thomas Van Veen Photography 301-758-3085 www.bigdayphoto.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: Too Short Pentax Cable Switch F (Survey)
It would be nicer still if they only cost $2 or so. They cant cost that much for them to make! -Original Message- From: Mick Maguire [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: 28 January 2002 13:54 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Too Short Pentax Cable Switch F (Survey) It would be nice if extensions were available. It would be nicer if they had produced an adapter to make it fit the MZ-S so I wouldn't have had to buy the MZ-S item ($60 or so) and wouldn't have to carry both around when I am using 2 bodies. Regards, /\/\ick... - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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 .
645NII to be featured in March issue of PHOTOgraphic
The March issue (on sale Feb. 12) of Petersen's PHOTOgraphic is to have a lead feature on the 'Unveiling of the 645NII'. _ Join the worlds largest e-mail service with MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New Pentax 645II (WAS: Re[3]: P67II or P645n)
Thomas wrote: One's gotta be the 55/2.8. No. (at least as far as I know) Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: SMCT 35/2
I finally nabbed a true new one. In a sealed carton, truly never used, it had all the wrappings and warranty card, everything that made it a brand new lens. I paid dearly for it, since another ebayer had cast longing eyes on it too. But, it was totally free of yellow cast. Sid, That's pretty amazing that true new ones are still out there. I am sincerely of the opinion these old SMCTs, easily available, many in mint condition, albeit some with yellow casts from aging, are works of art, a beauty of Japanese engineering, and quite capable of producing works of art, despite their not having aspherical elements, LD glass or any of the newer innovations of modern manufacturing. I heartily second that. I know in my head that the later 50/1.4's are probably as good as most S.M.C.-Takumar's, but the wonderful construction of that lens just gets to me. As JCO says, a good one has got the smoothest focusing action of ANY lens, Zeiss or Leica included. It's just a beautifully made object. It's also a verifiable fact that manufacturers over the years have concentrated their considerable efforts on taking cost OUT of certain products as a way of putting value in. And while in many cases their skill and attention results in products that may perform as well, still, there is something really satisfying about a product that is unapologetically deluxe. Certainly that applies to the 35/2 and 50/1.4 Super Takumars and Super-Multi-Coated Takumars. --Mike * * * You never know when the shot of a lifetime will appear before you. You do have a say in what kind of film is in your camera when it happens. (Mark Roberts) * * * Find out about Mike Johnston's unique photography newsletter, The 37th Frame, at http://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: a shot in the dark - OT re: the bodies in the night sky
Annsan wrote: I saw the planet and what appeared to be a moon _above and to the right_ of our moon. The planet's moon was about 4 oclock to the planet. THe planet was at um between 1 and 2 oclock to our moon. Hi Annsan, That's definitely Jupiter you saw, as David Dixon pointed out. Jupiter would have been about due east and 34 degrees above the horizon at 6:00 PM EST from your location. My grandson and I were looking at Jupiter through my reflecting telescope (8 diameter aperture, 1200 mm focal length, f/6, magnification 144 X) at about 9:30 PM EST Saturday night from our suburban location upstate. Glorious view, by the way. I don't recall seeing anything in the location you describe, but there are a couple of 3rd-magnitude stars belonging to the constellation Gemini at about the 8 o'clock and 2 o'clock positions using your coordinates, and a 4th-magnitude star (also in Gemini) at about the 4 o'clock position. This 4th-magnitude star would have been about as far away from Jupiter as Jupiter is from the Moon. One of Jupiter's authentic moons, Callisto, would have been about two-tenths of a degree away from Jupiter at the time you describe, in the direction toward our Moon. However, Callisto is about 7 magnitudes -- or 610 times -- less bright than Jupiter. With the large magnitude difference, the small separation, and the glare from the full Moon, you wouldn't have seen this satellite of Jupiter with the naked eye. However, you ~can~ see these moons of Jupiter in a pair of well-steadied 10 x 50 binoculars. Perhaps what you saw was either a background star (or perhaps a reflection from your eyeglasses?). Saturn, by the way, currently rises about two hours before Jupiter. My grandson and I looked at Saturn through the telescope as well -- also a glorious site. Trace a line in the sky from our Moon through Jupiter and across the sky toward the western horizon. Saturn is about 30 degrees to the west of Jupiter along this line. (Your clenched fist held at arm's length subtends about ten degrees of sky from thumb to little finger, so Saturn is three fist widths from Jupiter.) Saturn is currently about 4 degrees above the star, Aldebaran -- a bright reddish orange star in the constellation Taurus. This pair stands out pretty well in my suburban evening sky. You'll probably need a telescope to see Saturn's rings, but even an inexpensive refractor at low power (60 or 70 X) will give a pretty view. Well, more than you probably wanted to know, but hope this helps. Good seeing! Bill Peifer Rochester, NY - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: 50mm lenses for bellows use.
Hi, I'd go for a cheap screwmunt 50mm macro, like the russian Industar 61L/Z 2.8/50. I've bought mine new in box for about 20 Euros a month ago on eBay. Gabor - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: MZ-S Questions
Hi Jason, I can answer a few of your points. Point 1. Overriding the A from the lens, means going into M (manual) or Tv (shutter priority)and is done using the dial on the body. the green button on the front of the body will bring you back to Program. There is no way to get aperture priority from the body (answering also point 3) Not sure about the max F number, could be your lens not giving correct info to the body. I vaguely remember a similar discussion on the list but not suresurely a list member will give an answer . Bellows, I guess a Pentax/3rd party kmount bellows are available 2nd hand, but not sure you'll find ones (if they were ever made) maintaing any program features... to double check you could check out: http://www.bdimitrov.de/kmp/index.html 4. No help there.. Hope it been some help Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New Pentax 645 Zoom lenses
Pål Audun Jensen wrote: 1) FA645 33-55 2) FA645 55-110 I don't know the speed. They both could be quite compact and desireable for that reason alone. the 33-55 is equivalent to a 20-35 for the 35mm system; the 55-110 is comparable to a 35-70 for the 35mm system. Both will be very well received I believe. Bull! What the hell am I supposed to do with my 45-85!!?? Oh man, the thought of that 33-55 makes me weak in the knees... tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: New Pentax 645 Zoom lenses
Pål wrote: 1) FA645 33-55 I have never felt the desire for a zoom lens for my 645...until now. AAARGH! Must...resist...enablement... -- 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: Re: wide-angle: pictures made with FA*24/2.0 and one examplefor flare
I had this happen on a shot using a 35-80 f4.5-5.6 Pentax zoom(no hood) shooting southerly,into a hazy sun light wood scene last fall.I attributed this to not having my hood on.Could be the same at your end. Dave Begin Original Message From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Mon, 28 Jan 2002 10:58:00 EST To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: wide-angle: pictures made with FA*24/2.0 and one examplefor flare Bernd, I thought the flare was strange, very unusual. Could it be a spot of sunlight or reflection hitting the lens front? Looks like you have an initial spot plus a reflection on an inner element. Were you using the big hood supplied with the lens? Where was the sun? Regards, Bob S. 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: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? Tom, A guy on ebay was offering $40 CLA's by mail. Perhaps somebody kept the link to his email. California - Chula Vista maybe? Regards, Bob S. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Q: LX checkup
$700 for an LX and Motordrive with nicads? I'd say you got a pretty good deal. ;-) If it's already been serviced for sticky-mirror you should be in good shape. Christian On Monday 28 January 2002 11:15, Matti wrote: Hi, I´m about to lay my hands on a Pentax LX for the first time in my life. It should arrive on wednesday. I would like to know any test procedures I should go through with the camera before paying the $700 requested by the seller. No, it´s not just for the body, a motordrive with fresh NiCd´s is included in the price. Is this price acceptable? According to the seller, the body is cosmetically near mint, but has been serviced for the sticky mirror. Should this be a major concern? The serial number of the body is 5279468, which dates it back to 1982. -Matti Eteläperä p: 040 - 525 4429 web:www.student.oulu.fi/~matson - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT: new pics
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Timo said: Hi! I have some new pics at my homepage; http://pp.hok.fi/hartikainen/kuvasivu.htm You rock. tv You rock in the fullest sense of the word. I love your sense of color and composition. You really should do more color work. Keep it coming, Deb Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re[4]: P67II or P645n
Pål, Please report back your findings. I would love to hear about it. Here in the USA, it is apparently not released yet. Bruce Dayton Monday, January 28, 2002, 12:31:27 AM, you wrote: PAJ Bruce wrote: So when is the 645nII going to be available and where can I read about the new changes/features? PAJ It has been available here for over a month now. In fact, I plan to visit PAJ the Pentax distributor today and take a look at it. PAJ Pål PAJ - PAJ This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, PAJ go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to PAJ 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: Too Short Pentax Cable Switch F (Survey)
Too short most of the time, so I spliced 10m of rotor control cable into it and made a really long cable. I was spoiled with the IR shutter release my Rollei PS had, which really worked out great for group pix. Unfortunately, the ZX-M has no such provision, and I really hate having to set the little timer, run back to the group, go back to the camera, back to the group, et cetera, also known as group picture aerobics. For tripod work, I simply coil up the extra cable and secure it with a Velcro strap under the tripod. t On 1/27/02 12:04 PM, Ryan Charron wrote: Hello To All, Does anyone out there fell 3.3 feet long is way too short? And if so, what would be your ideal length? A Fellow Pentaxian, Ryan Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
Thanks Bob. I appreciate the response. Tom C. - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 10:00 AM Subject: Re: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? Tom, A guy on ebay was offering $40 CLA's by mail. Perhaps somebody kept the link to his email. California - Chula Vista maybe? Regards, Bob S. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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]: MZ-S Questions
Jason, I'll take a stab at some of your questions - 1) Based on your description, it doesn't sound like the lens is really set to automatic. There should actually be an 'A' setting on the lens. I can believe some older 3rd party lenses might not have an 'A' setting, but I would be surprised to hear of a Pentax 'A' lens not having an 'A' setting. Can you give us more details on which lenses those are - they sound more like 'M' or 'K' series lenses. As to the Tamron - is is an Adaptall lens? Also, do you have any other Pentax bodies that feature program mode that do allow program mode with these lenses? Again, I would think that no Pentax body functions as you describe. More input please. 2) I have the Pentax Auto Bellows A and I can report that the MZ-S does not mate to it. The base of the camera (no BG-10) hits into the frame of the bellows and won't allow a solid mating. I don't know if there are any 3rd party bellows that would work. 3) No there is no way to control the F stop from the body. Only the aperture ring. 4) Can't help you on this one. 5) I'm not sure what 2P synch is. To use high-speed synch on the AF360FGZ you have to set the camera to high speed synch and set the flash to high speed synch. Sorry, that is all I can tell you. Bruce Dayton Monday, January 28, 2002, 8:07:59 AM, you wrote: VJ ...one more question VJ Is there a preferred shutter speed when using the 2P sync? VJ Pentax does not address the issue of sync capabilities in the manual, and it VJ is confusing as to whether the high-speed sync is available. VJ Jason VJ -Original Message- VJ From: Vick, Jason [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] VJ Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 10:24 AM VJ To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' VJ Subject: MZ-S Questions VJ I have been using the MZ-S for about 7 months and have come across a couple VJ of glitches. Does anyone have a workaround or kluge for these issues? VJ 1. With a lens set to Automatic there is no way (that I have found) to VJ override the body switching to either the P or Tv mode. This presents a VJ problem with my Tamron SP90mm and other Pentax lenses, i.e., 50/1.4 50/1.7 VJ etc, that have the A mode integrated with the highest f-stop e.g., F22/A, VJ essentially rendering the highest f-stop unusable. I have tried to adjust VJ the f-stop to, for example, the f-22 position by adjusting the shutter VJ speed, however, the body never sees an f-stop greater than f-16. VJ Any ideas? VJ 2. Is there a bellows that works with the MZ-S? VJ 3. Further to question 1, if the lens is set to A mode, is there a way to VJ control the f-stop from the body? VJ 4. What are the specs of the wireless RF channels associated with off-camera VJ flash sync of the body. Pentax said the channels are industry standard VJ frequencies. However, I am looking at a couple of different flash heads VJ that have different frequencies assigned to the same channel. VJ Thanks VJ Jason VJ - VJ This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, VJ go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to VJ visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . VJ - VJ This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, VJ go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to VJ 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: Q: LX checkup
Matti, Take the motor drive off the body. There are two holes in the body where the motor drives the film winding. Make sure the motordrive has the two plugs for the body securely stored into the screw in slots on the top of the motordrive. Of course, you will NOT fire the camera for the first time until you can check/see the mirror moving when you do. It sounds like no sticky mirror, but good to check it yourself after the camera has sat for a while. Regards, Bob S. On Monday 28 January 2002 11:15, Matti wrote: Hi, I´m about to lay my hands on a Pentax LX for the first time in my life. It should arrive on wednesday. I would like to know any test procedures I should go through with the camera before paying the $700 requested by the seller. No, it´s not just for the body, a motordrive with fresh NiCd´s is included in the price. Is this price acceptable? According to the seller, the body is cosmetically near mint, but has been serviced for the sticky mirror. Should this be a major concern? The serial number of the body is 5279468, which dates it back to 1982. -Matti Eteläperä p: 040 - 525 4429 web:www.student.oulu.fi/~matson - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: P67II or P645n
It has been available here for over a month now. In fact, I plan to visit the Pentax distributor today and take a look at it. Excellent! I trust we can look forward to a report...? --Mike - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: 50mm lenses for bellows use.
Hi Leon, IIRC, the instruction booklet for my bellows advises against anything faster than f1.7, though it doesn't give a reason. A cheap A 50/2 works just fine on mine, but I haven't added a teleconverter to it so I couldn't guess whether it would be bright enough to focus. Dan Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi all, I am looking at permanently attaching a 50 mm lens reverse mounted on my bellows - I usually use my FA50f1.4, but I'm starting to get annoyed with taking it apart and putting it back together again. The question I need answered is, as I'm going to dedicate a lens to the bellows, which one would be best for my needs? I generally shoot with the lens stopped down to f16 or f22 to get the greatest depth of field. My subjects are 3 dimensional, so a flat field of focus is not 100% necessary. My subjects also tend to hide from bright lights, so I can't use extra light to help me focus, and at full extension of the bellows and a 2 times converter between the camera and bellows (7 times magnification to the film), any extra light is a bonus. I'll probably end up with a K or M f1.4 or a K f1.2, but the closest I have come to an f1.2 is picking one up at a swap meet, so I have no idea of it's optical performance compared with an f1.4 (particularly reverse mounted on bellows for macro use). So my question to all you knowledgable people out there is: is a 50 mm f1.2 as sharp as an f1.4 when stopped down between f11 and f22, and is there anything you know about these lenses that I should know before I go out and try to buy one? Any and all help is greatly appreciated. Leon http://www.bluering.org.au http://www.bluering.org.au/leon - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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 .
Favorite Body Roll Call Results UPDATE 14
1- You must choose JUST ONE Pentax brand body of any era and format. 2- You must have personal experience with it, no matter if you own it, owned it, borrowed it, rented it. You must have used it (it's not a wish list). 3- Again, you must choose JUST ONE. 4- Send the answers OFF-LIST, TO ME, to don't disturb list members. I'll not count votes sent to list. Regards DISCLAIMER: For the winner category, I'll count all the variants of a same model (ie all Spotties together), so don't start arguing hey, you must put all this or that together. Thanks Winner by now: LX with 20 votes. Members: 73 M42: - Spotmatic (1) - Spotmatic II (1) - Spotmatic SP (2) - SP 500 (2) - ES (1) K Manual Focus: - KX (4) - K2 (1) - K2 DMD (1) - MX (7) - LX (20) - Super Program (2) - Program A (1) K Auto Focus: - Z1 (1) - Z1p (2) - PZ1p (5) - MZ S (12) - ZX5n (2) - MZ5n (1) Medium Format: - 645 (1) - 6x7 (6) - 67 (1) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Favorite Lens Roll Call Results UPDATE 46
These are the conditions: 1 - You must answer off-list exclusively. On-list votes will not be included. 2 - You must choose Your Favorite Pentax Lens. ONLY ONE. Yes, ONLY ONE. 3 - It must be original, no third-party allowed. 4 - Primes and zooms. 5 - You must specifiy: Tak, Super Tak, SMC Tak, K, M, A, F, FA, etc. 6 - You must have personal experience with it, no matter if you have it, had it, lost it, sold it, borrowed it, but you must have used it. If not it would be a wish list. First Place (11 votes): FA* 24 2 Members: 151 K 15 3.5 (2) A 15 3.5 (1) A 20 2.8 (1) K 24 2.8 (3) A 24 2.8 (2) FA* 24 2 (11) K 28 3.5 (1) K 28 3.5 Shift (1) M 28 2.8 (1) A 28 2 (1) A 28 2.8 (1) K 35 3.5 (1) M 35 2 (1) FA 35 2 (2) M 40 2.8 (4) FA 43 1.9 Limited (2) SuperTak 50 1.4 (1) SMC Tak 50 1.4 (3) SMC Tak 55 1.8 (2) K 50 1.2 (1) K 50 1.4 (1) M 50 1.4 (5) M 50 1.7 (3) M 50 4 Macro (1) A 50 1.4 (6) A 50 1.7 (1) F 50 1.4 (1) F 50 1.7 (1) FA 50 1.4 (2) FA 50 1.7 (1) K 55 1.8 (2) FA 77 1.8 Limited (3) SMC Tak 85 1.8 (3) SMC Tak 85 1.9 (2) K 85 1.8 (3) M 85 2 (2) A* 85 1.4 (2) FA* 85 1.4 (2) M 100 2.8 (2) M 100 4 Dental Macro (1) A 100 2.8 (1) A 100 2.8 Macro (4) F 100 2.8 (1) F 100 2.8 Macro (2) FA 100 2.8 Macro (5) K 105 2.8 (2) K 135 2.5 (1) A* 135 1.8 (1) A 135 2.8 (1) Tak 200 3.5 Preset (1) K 200 4 (1) A* 200 2.8 (1) A* 200 4 Macro (5) A* 300 2.8 (2) F* 300 4.5 (2) FA* 300 4.5 (1) FA* 400 5.6 (1) FA 20-35 4 (3) M 24-50 4 (1) FA 24-90 3.5-4.5 (3) FA 28-70 4 AL (1) FA 28-80 3.5-4.7 (1) F 35-70 3.5-4.5 Macro (3) FA 28-105 4-5.6 powerzoom (1) A 35-105 3.5 (7) K 45-125 4 (1) M 75-150 4 (3) A 70-210 4 (2) A 80-200 4.7-5.6 (1) FA* 80-200 2.8 (1) 645 35 3.5 (1) 6x7 SMC 45 4 (1) 6x7 SMC Tak 55 3.5 (1) 6x7 SMC 55 4 (1) 67 165 4 LS (1) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re[2]: MZ-S Questions
Bruce wrote: 2) I have the Pentax Auto Bellows A and I can report that the MZ-S does not mate to it. The base of the camera (no BG-10) hits into the frame of the bellows and won't allow a solid mating. I don't know if there are any 3rd party bellows that would work. Insert a narrow extension ring between body and bellows. Alexander Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Bodies Roll Call Results UPDATE 146
Please send the messages to me directly, to not disturb other members,thanks. Also, I've not included 110 and digital cameras, just because I started this way, and I didn't want to change in the middle of the way. Also, if you already submited and want to add new items, please put clearly in your message: this is not my first submission, so I don't put you twice in the total answers. Thanks to all contributors. TOTAL ANSWERS: 452 members MANUAL FOCUS: Screw Mount: - Asahiflex IIa5 - Asahiflex IIb6 - Asahi Pentax (AP)5 - K4 - SL...8 - SV..11 - S1...3 - S1a.11 - S2...2 - S3...5 - SP500...14 - SP1000..12 - Spotmatic...35 - Spotmatic II18 - Spotmatic IIa2 - Spotmatic SP34 - Spotmatic SP II.15 - Spotmatic F.43 - Spotmatic F MD...2 - Spotmatic MD.3 - ES..18 - ES II...25 - ElectroSpotmatic.4 - H1...2 - H1a..5 - H2...5 - H3...7 - H3v..5 Bayonette: - KM..18 - KX..45 - KX MD1 - K2..42 - K2 DMD..11 - K1000...86 - K1000 SE.9 - MX.135 - ME..43 - MF-1.1 - ME SE2 - ME Super...141 - ME Super SE..4 - MV...7 - MV1..2 - MG..13 - LX.155 - Super Program...78 - Super A.47 - Program Plus18 - Program A...10 - A30004 - A3...2 - A3(date).1 - P3...8 - P3n..8 - P30..8 - P30n.1 - P30t14 - P5...8 - P50..3 - ZX M25 - MZ M15 AUTOFOCUS: - ME F11 - SF 1.5 - SFX..3 - SF 1n8 - SFXn14 - SF 7.2 - SF 107 - PZ 118 - PZ 1 SE..2 - Z1..25 - PZ 1p...72 - Z1p.41 - Z5...2 - Z5p..1 - PZ 105 - Z 10.5 - PZ 20...13 - Z 20.4 - Z 50p2 - PZ 706 - Z 70.1 - MZ S28 - MZ 322 - ZX 511 - MZ 515 - ZX 5n...58 - MZ 5n...40 - ZX 7.9 - MZ 7.8 - ZX 10...10 - MZ 10...14 - ZX 308 - MZ 301 - ZX 508 - MZ 50...11 MEDIUM FORMAT: - 645.18 - 645n.4 - 6x7.18 - 67...9 - 67 II7 - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Buying out of date film.
Back in '89 I purchased 90 rolls of Kodachrome 64-36 at 10 cents a roll! It was 1 month out of date. After testing the first roll which came out beautiful I froze the rest and used thoughout the 1990's with no problems. I still have a few rolls left JCO - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Ctein's site
Here's the URL for Ctein's site. Ctein is one of the few masters of the arcane process of dye transfer printing. All of his original prints are 16 x 20 dye transfers and they are drop-dead lovely prints. Also, all of his pictures were taken with Pentax 6x7s and 67s. === --- Ctein's Online Gallery --- http://www.plaidworks.com/ctein/ === * * * You never know when the shot of a lifetime will appear before you. You do have a say in what kind of film is in your camera when it happens. (Mark Roberts) * * * Find out about Mike Johnston's unique photography newsletter, The 37th Frame, at http://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 .
Favorite Film Roll Call Results UPDATE 37
These are the conditions: 1 - You must answer off-list, right to me. 2 - You must choose your favorite emulsion (35 and 120/220 allowed. Color and b and w) 3 - You must choose ONLY ONE (color print OR slide OR b and w, etc). 4 - You must have personal experience with it. WINNER by now: Tri-X with 10 votes. Members: 97 COLOR Slide: Kodak Kodachrome 25 (2) Fuji Velvia (9) Agfa RSX II 50 (1) Kodak Kodachrome 64 (4) Kodak Elitechrome Extra Color 100 (3) Kodak Ektachrome 100 VS (3) Kodak Ektachrome 100 SW (2) Kodak Ektachrome 100 (1) Fuji Sensia II 100 (3) Fuji Provia 100F (7) Kodak Kodachrome 200 (1) Kodak Ektachrome E200 (2) Fuji Provia 400F (1) COLOR Print: Konica Impressa 50 (1) Kodak Supra 100 (1) Kodak Royal 100 (1) Fuji Reala 100 (2) Agfa XRG 100 (1) Kodak Portra 160 NC (1) Fuji Superia 200 (1) Agfa HDC Plus 200 (1) Kodak Max 400 (1) Kodak Ektapress PJ 400 (1) Kodak Supra 400 (4) Fuji Press 400 (1) Fuji Superia 400 (1) Fuji NPH 400 (1) Kodak Portra 800 (1) Fuji Press 800 (3) Kodak PJC 1600 (1) BLACK AND WHITE: Agfapan APX 25 (2) Agfapan APX 100 (1) Ilford Pan F (2) Ilford Delta 100 (4) Kodak Plus-X (2) Ilford FP4 Plus (3) Agfa Scala 200x (1) Kodak Tri-X (10) Kodak T400 CN (1) Kodak Porta 400 BW (1) Fuji Neopan 400 (1) Agfa APX 400 (1) Ilford HP5 (1) Ilford HP5+ (1) Ilford XP2 (2) Konica VX 400 (1) INFRARED: Kodak HIE (1) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
Just fixing a sticky mirror is one thing. CLA on an LX is another. I would expect that if the infamous sticky mirror problem exists, than it's time for other things as well. There are seals on the LX that don't last forever. By the time sticky mirror shows up, it may be prudent to have these replaced as well. This is no small job and the seals are not free. Further, just checking (let alone adjusting) all the things that need checking on an LX is somewhat time consuming. I can't imagine that $40 can buy more than an hour's work and probably less. This would be entirely insufficient to CLA an LX. Three hours with a knowledgeable and practiced tech with all the appropriate special tools would be about right, I would think this should be about $150 or there about. Just my guess from having watched a thorough job done. Regards, Bob... Let us contemplate our forefathers, and posterity, and resolve to maintain the rights bequeathed to us from the former, for the sake of the latter. The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude, and perseverance. Let us remember that 'if we suffer tamely a lawless attack upon our liberty, we encourage it, and involve others in our doom.' It is a very serious consideration that millions yet unborn may be the miserable sharers of the event. - Samuel Adams, 1771 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? Tom, A guy on ebay was offering $40 CLA's by mail. Perhaps somebody kept the link to his email. California - Chula Vista maybe? Regards, Bob S. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Pentax 645N II NEW FEATURES
Here is what I have from Pentax as to the features of the upcoming new version of the 645N: 645N II --Same award winning design as the 645N, with added features requested by photographers --Mirror-up function eliminates vibrations caused by mirror movement during critical long exposures --User selectable exposure compensation and bracketing increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV within a +/-3 EV range --On-the film imprinting information now includes the total number of film rolls used in the camera, focusing mode, ISO film speed setting, use of AE lock and/or auto bracketing functions, use of flash synchronization, along with the information imprinted in the 645N --10 user selectable PENTAX functions allow the camera to be customized to the photographer's needs --Accepts the new generation of electronic accessories including the CS-105 and CS-130 Cable Switches and the TS-110 Release Timer Switch (as used with the MZ-S), as well as a standard cable release --New textured matte finish (similar to the MZ-S) that is 1.7 times thicker than a normal coating It looks cool in the pictures, too. Sort of like an armor-plated 645N. --Mike * * * Photography is simple. The only complicated thing is keeping it simple. (Ken Archer) * * * Find out about Mike Johnston's unique photography newsletter, The 37th Frame, at http://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[3]: MZ-S Questions
Alexander, You are probably right. I just don't have any tubes hanging around. maybe I'll have to pick one up now. Bruce Monday, January 28, 2002, 11:23:39 AM, you wrote: AK Bruce wrote: AK 2) I have the Pentax Auto Bellows A and I can report AK that the MZ-S does not mate to it. The base of the AK camera (no BG-10) hits into the frame of the bellows AK and won't allow a solid mating. I don't know if AK there are any 3rd party bellows that would work. AK Insert a narrow extension ring between body and AK bellows. AK Alexander - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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:test?
Subject: Test Test Augh! And I haven't studied. Well, same as it ever was. --Mike - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Q: LX checkup
Depending on the condition, I would consider this a more than acceptable amount. In my case I would fire all of the shutter speeds manually to see if they seem to be at least close then expose a role of slide film using the camera under various lighting conditions, (If you have the time to get it developed to check for meter accuracy). Try a flash, preferably a dedicated unit to make sure that all flash functions work correctly. Make sure that the Motor's batteries will hold a charge, You don't mention if you're getting a charger unit, make sure you do. Service for sticky mirror is a good point you shouldn't have to worry about that. These cameras generally fetch $500 - $600 or so on E-Bay in close to mint condition. A NiCd pack is about $150 - $200 and the Motor $300+, looks like you've got a good deal. At 06:15 PM 1/28/2002 +0200, you wrote: Hi, I´m about to lay my hands on a Pentax LX for the first time in my life. It should arrive on wednesday. I would like to know any test procedures I should go through with the camera before paying the $700 requested by the seller. No, it´s not just for the body, a motordrive with fresh NiCd´s is included in the price. Is this price acceptable? According to the seller, the body is cosmetically near mint, but has been serviced for the sticky mirror. Should this be a major concern? The serial number of the body is 5279468, which dates it back to 1982. -Matti Eteläperä p: 040 - 525 4429 web:www.student.oulu.fi/~matson - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
Thanks Bob, I appreciate the feedback. I had advertised my ME Super last Friday with the sticky mirror syndrome. Has happened twice in two years. It seems that it may hardly be worth it to repair the M-series anymore, aside from sentimental value. What does everybody else think about this? Tom C. - Original Message - From: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 12:39 PM Subject: Re: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA Just fixing a sticky mirror is one thing. CLA on an LX is another. I would expect that if the infamous sticky mirror problem exists, than it's time for other things as well. There are seals on the LX that don't last forever. By the time sticky mirror shows up, it may be prudent to have these replaced as well. This is no small job and the seals are not free. Further, just checking (let alone adjusting) all the things that need checking on an LX is somewhat time consuming. I can't imagine that $40 can buy more than an hour's work and probably less. This would be entirely insufficient to CLA an LX. Three hours with a knowledgeable and practiced tech with all the appropriate special tools would be about right, I would think this should be about $150 or there about. Just my guess from having watched a thorough job done. Regards, Bob... Let us contemplate our forefathers, and posterity, and resolve to maintain the rights bequeathed to us from the former, for the sake of the latter. The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude, and perseverance. Let us remember that 'if we suffer tamely a lawless attack upon our liberty, we encourage it, and involve others in our doom.' It is a very serious consideration that millions yet unborn may be the miserable sharers of the event. - Samuel Adams, 1771 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? Tom, A guy on ebay was offering $40 CLA's by mail. Perhaps somebody kept the link to his email. California - Chula Vista maybe? Regards, Bob S. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Which ringlight, AF-080C or AF-140C?
- Original Message - From: Frantisek Vlcek [EMAIL PROTECTED] How can that be? AF500 FTZ's guide number is lower than 400-T's guide number, no? The 500 number is inflated for zooming out to 85 (Gosh, is Metz the only manufacturer who doesn't lie about their flashes guide number? Or only a little bit? GN is measured for 35mm lens coverage, that's a standard. It was always so g), while the 400 has the 40 GN at 28mm or 35mm coverage, no? Frantisek, According to the manuals you are absolutely right: At ISO 100, with 28mm zoom: AF400T: GN = 40 AF500FTZ: GN = 32 But this just means that both of them are more than powerful enough to illuminate subjects that are,say, 50cm from the lens. When I tested them side by side last summer, I used the 500 at 24mm zoom, and it still burned out the highlights more than did the 400T. Most of the subjects were shot at 1:1 with the Z-1 and a FA100/2.8 macro, with TTL and aperture priority at 1/250 second exposure. There must be something other than GN that cause the 400T to give more correct exposures. I'm not sure what it is... Jostein - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Ctein's site
Mike Johnston wrote: Here's the URL for Ctein's site. http://www.plaidworks.com/ctein/ BTW - Here's a question that's long puzzled me: How is Ctein pronounced? -- 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: AF teleconverter 1.7
- Original Message - From: Frits J. Wüthrich [EMAIL PROTECTED] something closer by then infinity. Does it move back to infinity when I switch off my PZ-1? Or do I need to AF focus on something at infinity before switching the camera off to reset the converter? Frits, The TC doesn't move focus without aid. The simplest way is to let the Z-1 do the job for you, but you don't have to focus on anything. If the AF goes hunting, the TC always ends up at infinity setting. Best, Jostein - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re[2]: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
Tom, I, too, believe that it is hardly worth it. There are three possible reasons that come to mind. Each may be of different worth to an individual. 1) sentimental reasons, 2) feel/handling of older mechanical bodies, 3) need for no autowinder found on all newer bodies. Certainly the money spent can easily exceed the value of the camera. It seems that about the only exception is the LX. Even parts are getting scarce for many of the bodies. When that happens to the LX, it, too may not be worth attempting to fix. Bruce Dayton Monday, January 28, 2002, 11:48:31 AM, you wrote: a Thanks Bob, I appreciate the feedback. a I had advertised my ME Super last Friday with the sticky mirror syndrome. a Has happened twice in two years. It seems that it may hardly be worth it to a repair the M-series anymore, aside from sentimental value. a What does everybody else think about this? a Tom C. a - Original Message - a From: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] a To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] a Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 12:39 PM a Subject: Re: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA Just fixing a sticky mirror is one thing. CLA on an LX is another. I would a expect that if the infamous sticky mirror problem exists, than it's time for other things a as well. There are seals on the LX that don't last forever. By the time sticky mirror a shows up, it may be prudent to have these replaced as well. This is no small job and the seals a are not free. Further, just checking (let alone adjusting) all the things that need a checking on an LX is somewhat time consuming. I can't imagine that $40 can buy more than an a hour's work and probably less. This would be entirely insufficient to CLA an LX. Three a hours with a knowledgeable and practiced tech with all the appropriate special tools a would be about right, I would think this should be about $150 or there about. Just my guess from having watched a thorough job done. Regards, Bob... Let us contemplate our forefathers, and posterity, and resolve to maintain the rights bequeathed to us from the former, for the sake of the latter. The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude, and perseverance. Let us remember that 'if we suffer tamely a lawless attack upon our liberty, we encourage it, and involve others in our doom.' It is a very serious consideration that millions yet unborn may be the miserable sharers of the event. - Samuel Adams, 1771 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? Tom, A guy on ebay was offering $40 CLA's by mail. Perhaps somebody kept the link to his email. California - Chula Vista maybe? Regards, Bob S. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . a - a This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, a go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to a 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 .
ME Super Metering Pattern?
Hi gang, somebody knows where to find it? Regards AG - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Help: LX-numbers again
Hi Peter, According to what I've learned from Pentax/Scandinavia - - the first number is for the factory that built the LX - - the second is for the year is was built (0 = 1990,1 = 1991, 2 = 1992 etc) They started with this type of numbers in 1990. Before that batchnumbers were put on some more interior part of the cameras. Any hints as to exact location - or are they really interior, like buried unless a complete stripdown happens? - - the third position is for the month it was built (1,2,3,.. 0,x,y,z) - - the forth number is the week - - the last two have something to do with type variations. The pentax people were not very clear about that. Does that make sense? Perfect sense. My problem is that I've just loaded up again with some Fuji Cheapandchearia again and forgot to look! I think I might just rewind into the can and have a peek... Many thanks, 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: wide-angle: pictures made with FA*24/2.0 and one example for flare
The actual link is: http://www.bienenbernd.de isn't it? (there is a 'n' less than the one you said) It doesn't work well with Netscape. Sorry for that. I will install Netscape to test it and to work on that. (The first version of my homepage was made by my son. Now I am trying to loosen from his help. I regret, he has no intention to think of people using Netscape.) Were you using the big hood supplied with the lens? Where was the sun? Well, before you asked I was sure I used the big lenshood. But now ... The pictures was taken on the old cementory in Salzburg/Austria, and the sun came from the left from above the trees. Regards, Bernd - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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 #2030
Tom, The person Bob is thinking of is Klaus. Here is his email address: [EMAIL PROTECTED] He did a CLA on my MESuper, although I did not have a sticky mirror. All the seals were replaced and everything was lubricated. I forget what the shipping costs were, but the price was $40 plus shipping. Jeff At 02:21 PM 1/28/2002 -0500, you wrote: Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2002 11:06:46 -0700 From: aimcompute [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA Thanks Bob. I appreciate the response. Tom C. - - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 10:00 AM Subject: Re: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? Tom, A guy on ebay was offering $40 CLA's by mail. Perhaps somebody kept the link to his email. California - Chula Vista maybe? Regards, Bob S. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re[3]: MZ-S Questions
It works, but the disadvantage is you can't move the rear part (where the camera is mounted) along the rail. Yet focusing works by moving the front part and the entire camera-bellows along the rail. Alexander Bruce wrote:-- Alexander, You are probably right. I just don't have any tubes hanging around. maybe I'll have to pick one up now. Bruce Monday, January 28, 2002, 11:23:39 AM, you wrote: AK Bruce wrote: AK 2) I have the Pentax Auto Bellows A and I can report AK that the MZ-S does not mate to it. The base of the AK camera (no BG-10) hits into the frame of the bellows AK and won't allow a solid mating. I don't know if AK there are any 3rd party bellows that would work. AK Insert a narrow extension ring between body and AK bellows. AK Alexander - Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Re[3]: MZ-S Questions
Alexander, You are right. That is a good idea and would provide some (which is more than I have now!) albeit limited functionality. Given the length of the distance between the bottom of where the lens attaches and the base of the camera (even w/o the BG-10), this would allow moving the back portion of the bellows a distance that corresponds to the distance the extension ring extends beyond the rear portion of the rail of the bellows. I will try this with the Auto Bellow and post the results. Jason Alexander, You are probably right. I just don't have any tubes hanging around. maybe I'll have to pick one up now. Bruce Monday, January 28, 2002, 11:23:39 AM, you wrote: AK Bruce wrote: AK 2) I have the Pentax Auto Bellows A and I can report AK that the MZ-S does not mate to it. The base of the AK camera (no BG-10) hits into the frame of the bellows AK and won't allow a solid mating. I don't know if AK there are any 3rd party bellows that would work. AK Insert a narrow extension ring between body and AK bellows. AK Alexander - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Ctein's site
Straight off his site: If you phone, my name is pronounced kuh-TINE (well, it's pronounced that way whether or not you phone). Email is the most reliable method, as I check it twice a day when I'm home. on 1/28/02 1:52 PM, Mark Roberts at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mike Johnston wrote: Here's the URL for Ctein's site. http://www.plaidworks.com/ctein/ BTW - Here's a question that's long puzzled me: How is Ctein pronounced? - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: pentax SFXn in perfect cond; SMC F 1.4/50 lens (together or separately)
Monday, January 28, 2002, 2:27:16 PM, Collin wrote: CB Hey Pentax brother, CB Don't get the M lenses! CB 'K' for best overall optical design, or 'A' for color contrast improvements. Even the SuperMultiCoated Tak 50/1.4 would be better than the 'M' and would look nice on a KX! CB Collin :) Hi brother Collin ;) ! Shame on you! I had it all sorted out nicely, now I again don't know which one to get :-( Or where to get a K. Would it suprise you that I missed one K 1.4/50 with dented ring but otherwise good on Ebay some time ago, which finally went for ~35 Euros (!!!), just because our local phone provider changed our number and forgot to enable my internet dialup connection permission!!! BTW, what do you mean by best overall optical design? Does it really differ over the M? It should be completely same design! 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: This List Should Have Warning Labels...
Hi Mike, where's Ctein's website? I read his articles in Ed Buziak's magazine and I liked them a lot! BTW, know what's with Ed's magazine? I didn't see any update or new issue mentioned on his site for more than half a year! He didn't answer my friend's email about subscription too :( So I wonder, is it still up, or has it gone down the drain of good photography magazines, like most of the other ones? Good luck with your 37th frame :) I would have liked to subscribe too. Perhaps someday, when the $ exhange rate gets better :) Frantisek - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: 50mm lenses for bellows use.
Hi Leon, I am sorry I can't help you much with your specific questions, but perhaps you will find my post helpful anyway :) 1) the 2x TC - this is more a question. Wouldn't it be better directly beyond the lens? It's usually the recommended situation. 2) You do 7:1 magnification, right? At such large magnification, I think any small coverage fast lens would cover easily the entire 24x36mm negative! Have you considered an old movie lens, lf shorter focal length? You would get greater DOF too, although with a different angle of view. The C mount lenses for 16mm movie cameras could be useful for this, and can be really cheap as well as plenty fast. Frantisek - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Differences between Z-1 and Z1-p
Monday, January 28, 2002, 2:04:20 PM, Rfsindg wrote: Rac Frantisek, Rac Neil is right. There is no separate flash compensation on the Z-1. It's a Rac fine camera, but I added a Z-1p that a list member was retiring for the Rac separate flash compensation (fill flash) and the faster winder speed (~3.5 Rac fps vs 2 fps). Rac Regards, Bob S. Hi Bob, thanks for the correction. It could be that my friend's body is indeed the Z1p, and I have mistaken it for the Z1. It's a pity though, separate flash compensation is about the ONLY think that's drawing me towards Z1p camera. I can have most other features (excluding AF g) on the older bodies, at least those features that are useful for me (oops, I forgot the Hyper modes. These are definitely second thing drawing me towards Z1p!) 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: New Enlarger Up and Running
Monday, January 28, 2002, 3:47:28 PM, Mike wrote: Hi, what's a Dichro head? And which one would by my head? (Meopta Colour 3, 3 CMY filter wheels plus one ND wheel, halogen lightsource) MJ Frantisek, MJ That's a dichro (dichroic) head. MJ --Mike Oh! Pity. Does that mean I have to trash it? ... ... ;-)) Couldn't resist. Does it resemble the posts at Nikon groups about non-OEM lenses g ? 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 .
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Jason wrote: --- Alexander, You are right. That is a good idea and would provide some (which is more than I have now!) albeit limited functionality. Given the length of the distance between the bottom of where the lens attaches and the base of the camera (even w/o the BG-10), this would allow moving the back portion of the bellows a distance that corresponds to the distance the extension ring extends beyond the rear portion of the rail of the bellows. I will try this with the Auto Bellow and post the results. Jason --- Jason, I didn't try a larger extension ring but this is a good idea as it will allow some adjustments of the rear portion particularly for longer focal lengths. However, it will limit the usage of shorter focal lengths with the bellows. The minimum extension of the Auto bellows is, I think, somewhat at around 40mm. There is always a trade-off. Enjoy, Alexander Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: This List Should Have Warning Labels...
Hi, Marc, I'm in the same boat. Started posting about a year ago, more or less. Had some Spotmatic bodies, and some m42 lenses. Just in the last coupla weeks, got an MX, MV, M-series 2.0 50mm. Now I gotta start looking for lenses for my k-mounts! And all my Yashica Mat is doing is making me lust for a 67 (or a 645, if the price is right). Does it ever end? Damn, damn, damn... What am I saying - I love it! regards, frank - Original Message - From: Marc Schlotthauer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 27, 2002 11:01 PM Subject: This List Should Have Warning Labels... Geez... I innocently joined this list just because my Spotmatics and I felt a bit insecure among all the Canon and Nikon aficionados out there. A week or two after joining the list, I took the plunge and bought a PZ-1p with a handy-dandy 28-70 f/4 zoom, and have been obsessing mightily. Now, I'm lusting after the 645, and have casually mentioned to my wife the possiblity of converting a section of the garage into a darkroom. I'm a dead man. Marc in Oregon - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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 . -- The optimist thinks this is the best of all possible worlds. The pessimist fears it is true. -J. Robert Oppenheimer - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
Hi, Tom, My situation is a bit different than yours, but you might recall that I posted extensively on the weekend about an MX that I recently acquired whose mirror hangs up occasionally. I brought it in to the local repair shop (Kominek's in Toronto). He seemed to think that a CLA would do the trick, but he'll look at the mirror mechanism specifically while he's in there. CLA at Komineks on an MX will be $150 Canadian, which as you all know is probably a bit less than $100US. It's worth it for me, not for sentimental reasons - I intend on using the camera extensively. But, here in Toronto, it seems that MX's (when you can find them!) go for anywhere from $350 to $400Cdn. The repair shop has a waiting list for used MX's, and he said that if he were selling the one that I brought in, he'd ask $400 (after the CLA). I was at Henry's on Saturday, and they have two of them, one for $369, and another for $400 (a black one). How relevent any of this is to your situation, I don't know... regards, frank aimcompute wrote: Thanks Bob, I appreciate the feedback. I had advertised my ME Super last Friday with the sticky mirror syndrome. Has happened twice in two years. It seems that it may hardly be worth it to repair the M-series anymore, aside from sentimental value. What does everybody else think about this? -- The optimist thinks this is the best of all possible worlds. The pessimist fears it is true. -J. Robert Oppenheimer - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: This List Should Have Warning Labels...
First read list: One SLR, One Prime lens After almost two years on (and off) the list: Three bodies, five lenses (and looking) I guess I'm getting off easy :) Cory Waters *needs* longer, shorter, and faster glass! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: 50mm lenses for bellows use.
At the f/stop you are choosing, you will be entirely diffraction limited. Even a reasonable piece of Coke (TM) bottle glass would work just as good as the best NASA optics if it weren't for the green cast. (Just a little hyperboli there, but not much...) Get f/2 or better optics if you want to focus better. Regards, Bob... Let us contemplate our forefathers, and posterity, and resolve to maintain the rights bequeathed to us from the former, for the sake of the latter. The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude, and perseverance. Let us remember that 'if we suffer tamely a lawless attack upon our liberty, we encourage it, and involve others in our doom.' It is a very serious consideration that millions yet unborn may be the miserable sharers of the event. - Samuel Adams, 1771 From: Leon Altoff [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Mon, 28 Jan 2002 14:11:48 -0800, Bob Blakely wrote: Have you considered divesting yourself if the converter entirely and using a 24 or 28mm lens backwards? I did play with this at one point but found that it was a bit dark in the viewfinder. I might try it again before I buy a new lens. But that brings up the question which 28mm? Leon - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Somewhat amusing....
I don't know how I found this page... But it gives an illustrated step-by-step procedure on how to repair you screwmount lens... Have fun! Gabe - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: This List Should Have Warning Labels...
Pretty much the same here. I had 1 body, 3 prime lenses, 1 Vivitar flash. Now, including those I've purchased for myself and other immediate family members... 5 bodies 6 prime lenses 4 zooms 1 macro lens 1 set of extension tubes 1 macro rail 2 flash units There's an end in sight though. After a 67II, the only thing left to get will be 6x7 lenses. Plus a better ball-head, plus a big photo back pack, plus filters to fit the lenses, plus... Tom C. - Original Message - From: CBWaters [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 4:14 PM Subject: Re: This List Should Have Warning Labels... First read list: One SLR, One Prime lens After almost two years on (and off) the list: Three bodies, five lenses (and looking) I guess I'm getting off easy :) Cory Waters *needs* longer, shorter, and faster glass! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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 .
Lens cleaning to Pentax
Has anyone every sent their lenses into Pentax to be disassembled and cleaned? If so, is it a fixed price they charge for this procedure or does it vary from lens to lens. Does anyone know how much it costs? Gabe - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Somewhat amusing....
And which page was that? Len --- - Original Message - From: gabriel bovino [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 5:36 PM Subject: Somewhat amusing I don't know how I found this page... But it gives an illustrated step-by-step procedure on how to repair you screwmount lens... Have fun! Gabe - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Somewhat amusing....
I guess it would help if I told you what the page was.. http://www.hermes.net.au/bayling/repair.html - Original Message - From: gabriel bovino [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 5:36 PM Subject: Somewhat amusing I don't know how I found this page... But it gives an illustrated step-by-step procedure on how to repair you screwmount lens... Have fun! Gabe - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Somewhat amusing....
now, I've done this a few times and it feels bad but when you're NOT the one who forgot the link it IS somewhat amusing ;) Cory Waters No trees were killed in the sending of this message. However, a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced. - Original Message - From: gabriel bovino [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 6:36 PM Subject: Somewhat amusing I don't know how I found this page... But it gives an illustrated step-by-step procedure on how to repair you screwmount lens... Have fun! Gabe - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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 .
Pentax 28mm/2.8
There are some mixed comments recently about the performance of the Pentax SMC-M 28mm f/2.8. http://www.bdimitrov.de/kmp/ site indicates that there are two versions of the SMC-M 28mm f/2.8. I wonder if those who are disappointed have one version and those who are satisfied have the other version. It also seems that the version 2 referred at the website might have the same optical formula as the A and the F 28mm lens. Does anyone have any information on how the A and the F 28mm compare with the M? Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Ctein's site
The inimitable TV wrote: Ok, question #2 - Why does he go by one name? Perhaps he doesn't feel the need to differentiate himself from all the other Cteins out there. ;-) -- 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: 50mm lenses for bellows use.
You can get a f1.7 or f2.0 M pentax lens for less that $20.00 US if the point is to permanently mount a 50mm reversed on the bellows I would make the minimal investment in either of those. I think that in general the 1.7 has a flatter field of view. Unlike earlier bargain lenses such as the 55mm 1.8/2.0 combination The 2.0 is a different optical design. At 02:11 PM 1/28/2002 -0800, you wrote: Have you considered divesting yourself if the converter entirely and using a 24 or 28mm lens backwards? Regards, Bob... Let us contemplate our forefathers, and posterity, and resolve to maintain the rights bequeathed to us from the former, for the sake of the latter. The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude, and perseverance. Let us remember that 'if we suffer tamely a lawless attack upon our liberty, we encourage it, and involve others in our doom.' It is a very serious consideration that millions yet unborn may be the miserable sharers of the event. - Samuel Adams, 1771 From: Timothy Sherburne [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi Leon... I'd avoid either of the fast 50's and go with a 1.7 or 2. With the 1.2 and 1.4 you'll get out-of-focus corners which may be fine for some shots but a nasty surprise at other times. The slower lenses will work better for all subjects. For more, refer to the Macro question... thread from last week. BTW, I just wanted to compliment you on your Bek photo in this month's PUG. The composition was well done. t On 1/28/02 2:30 AM, Leon Altoff wrote: Hi all, I am looking at permanently attaching a 50 mm lens reverse mounted on my bellows - I usually use my FA50f1.4, but I'm starting to get annoyed with taking it apart and putting it back together again. The question I need answered is, as I'm going to dedicate a lens to the bellows, which one would be best for my needs? I generally shoot with the lens stopped down to f16 or f22 to get the greatest depth of field. My subjects are 3 dimensional, so a flat field of focus is not 100% necessary. My subjects also tend to hide from bright lights, so I can't use extra light to help me focus, and at full extension of the bellows and a 2 times converter between the camera and bellows (7 times magnification to the film), any extra light is a bonus. I'll probably end up with a K or M f1.4 or a K f1.2, but the closest I have come to an f1.2 is picking one up at a swap meet, so I have no idea of it's optical performance compared with an f1.4 (particularly reverse mounted on bellows for macro use). So my question to all you knowledgable people out there is: is a 50 mm f1.2 as sharp as an f1.4 when stopped down between f11 and f22, and is there anything you know about these lenses that I should know before I go out and try to buy one? Any and all help is greatly appreciated. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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 .
P67 90mm Leaf shutter Lens question
P67 90mm Leaf shutter Lens question: When using this lens, does the viewfinder black out once you cock the leaf shutter or does it function just as if it were not a leaf shutter lens? I just bought one off ebay and I'm very curious about it's operation. Also, is there a way to use it just like a non- leaf shutter lens? I understand Pentax no longer services the 90mm lense's shutter. JCO - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
Bob, I agree about the $150 for a CLA on an LX. The $40 answer was for an ME Super. Question was inclosed, see below... Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
store wound or ?
Does it make any difference if I wind my Super Program before I set it down for a few days? I KNOW that I risk unintended exposure (gasp!) if I don't set it to lock. I'm just wondering if there';s a risk of some spring fatigue or whatever... I have developed the habit of winding right after each frame in case I want to take another, then deciding not to This winding the film yourself is kinda cool :) I hadn't done that since my Kodak 110 several years ago. I ditched that camera after having a roll of pictures I took at the Grand Canyon turn out looking like dog snot. Couldn't have had anything to do with the fact that the camera and film had been in the car for a year...nope, 110 was a doomed format BG Cory Waters Got really nervous that he'd mis-loaded the Super Program's first roll since it kept firing right past frames 25,67... It seems he bought some 36 rolls inadvertently! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
Roger that, Bob. Frankly, I'd never heard of the ME Super having a sticky mirror problem and instantly assumed LX despite the clear text to the contrary. Hey! How many senior moments per year do I get? I hope the hell it's 12 'cause I didn't even manage to get out of January before screwing up! Regards, Bob... Let us contemplate our forefathers, and posterity, and resolve to maintain the rights bequeathed to us from the former, for the sake of the latter. The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude, and perseverance. Let us remember that 'if we suffer tamely a lawless attack upon our liberty, we encourage it, and involve others in our doom.' It is a very serious consideration that millions yet unborn may be the miserable sharers of the event. - Samuel Adams, 1771 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Bob, I agree about the $150 for a CLA on an LX. The $40 answer was for an ME Super. Question was inclosed, see below... Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: wide-angle: pictures made with FA*24/2.0 and one example for flare
Well, before you asked I was sure I used the big lenshood. But now ... The pictures was taken on the old cementory in Salzburg/Austria, and the sun came from the left from above the trees. I have a picture which shows similar flare too, and the hood was used. regards, Alan Chan _ Join the worlds largest e-mail service with MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: wide-angle: pictures made with FA*24/2.0 and one example for flare
EWW, Flare I dont ever recall getting any with my 24mm F3.5 SMCT. JCO -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Alan Chan Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 7:57 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: wide-angle: pictures made with FA*24/2.0 and one example for flare Well, before you asked I was sure I used the big lenshood. But now ... The pictures was taken on the old cementory in Salzburg/Austria, and the sun came from the left from above the trees. I have a picture which shows similar flare too, and the hood was used. regards, Alan Chan _ Join the worlds largest e-mail service with MSN Hotmail. http://www.hotmail.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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 Series 1 28-105, Sigma 35-85, vs. new Tokina 28-105
A really nice new lens on your budget would be the Tamron 28-105/4-5.6 or the Tokina 28-105. Both are terrific values for the money. The Tamron is nice and light and a really decent performer.generally around $150 or so new (I paid $158 for mine). The Tokina is heavier and a better build, and a bit closer to the $200 mark I think, but an excellent lens. Both of these are autofocus lens, ideal for the ZX-5n. I've heard nothing but bad things about the Sigma 28-105/2.8-4...not real sharp, poor contrast, not a very highly rated lens. The Vivitar has been rated both as generally pretty good, or generally pretty lousy..depends on whose review you look at! The FA28-70/4 is outstanding! It is a bit slow but if you go with the new 800 speed films, you just might be alright. A really good lens in the 28-70/2.8 category is a used Tokina, but these are probably a bit over your budget...they seem to list and sell for around $235 or so in good condition. John - Original Message - From: Debra Wilborn [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 4:11 PM Subject: Vivitar Series 1 28-105, Sigma 35-85, vs. new Tokina 28-105 I'm looking for a relatively fast zoom lens to start on a Pentax ZX-5n. Budget is a consideration, around $150 new or used. I was looking at used lenses and saw two that looked interesting: the Vivitar series 1 28-105 f2.8-3.8 and Sigma 35-85 f2.8-4. Can someone tell me a little more about these lenses? Are they autofocus, or at least auto-aperature? I've read that the Vivitar is a varifocal design. Is this true of the Sigma as well? Is varifocal a pain or an improvement in image quality? Somewhere I read that the Vivitar has a minimum focus distance of almost 5 feet. That's a little too far out there. Does anyone know or can guess as to the minimun focus of the Sigma? I can't find any specs on it. As far as new lenses go, I was looking at the Sigma 28-105 f2.8-4 and maybe the Tokina 28-70 f3.5-4.5 or 28-105 in the same focal length. The Tokina isn't very fast, but I've been wondering about it, too. Some think very highly of Tokina lenses and I'd like to know how they stack up against the others. I know someone will recommend the Pentax 28-70 f4; however, I think it will be a bit too slow. I would like to shoot in existing light in concert halls and do some night photography around town. Thanks for the help, Deb Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, 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: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA
We knew what ya meant. :-) Tom C. - Original Message - From: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 5:58 PM Subject: Re: Price for Fixing Sticky Mirror or CLA Roger that, Bob. Frankly, I'd never heard of the ME Super having a sticky mirror problem and instantly assumed LX despite the clear text to the contrary. Hey! How many senior moments per year do I get? I hope the hell it's 12 'cause I didn't even manage to get out of January before screwing up! Regards, Bob... Let us contemplate our forefathers, and posterity, and resolve to maintain the rights bequeathed to us from the former, for the sake of the latter. The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude, and perseverance. Let us remember that 'if we suffer tamely a lawless attack upon our liberty, we encourage it, and involve others in our doom.' It is a very serious consideration that millions yet unborn may be the miserable sharers of the event. - Samuel Adams, 1771 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Bob, I agree about the $150 for a CLA on an LX. The $40 answer was for an ME Super. Question was inclosed, see below... Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can someone tell me a ballpark price for fixing a sticky mirror problem and/or a CLA on an ME Super? - - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
