Re: Cosina 19-35 vs FAJ 18-35
Not really, I still have some film gear, which I intend to use again someday, I decided to stick with manual focus, (I've got a pair of LX bodies), so I've not paid much attention to the FAJ lenses, since I can't use them. Thibouille wrote: Any feedback concerning quality of those? AFAIR the FAJ is still sold new at about 400 euros. 2006/7/28, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I've heard nothing good about the Cosina, except for it's price, which was much less than 200 euros. Thibouille wrote: Any feedback concerning those two? I know more or less what people think about the FAJ18-35 but I'm more interestd to know which to buy between those two. The Cosina has aperture ring AFAIK so I could use the zoom on my MX/KX. The FAJ will only go on my D (Z1, SFXn and SuperA will be sold). Interestingly I can get both for about the same price which is more or less 200 euros. -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- *ist-D,Z1,SFXn,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
On 1/8/06, David J Brooks, discombobulated, unleashed: I always thought it was Robby the Robot.?? Dr Morbius would have a thing or two to say about that ;-) Forbidden planet! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robby_the_Robot The robot on the Jupiter 2 was never given a name aside from just plain old 'robot'. Although apparently it was a 'B-9' environmental robot. Allegedly :-)) -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Re: August PUG is open
Fra: Keith McGuinness [EMAIL PROTECTED] DagT -- Interesting shapes and colours. I liked it more the second time I looked at it. (Surprised to see no naked people, though.) Thanks Keith .-) DagT -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Slow Day
Thanks, Bruce. Marnie :-) == In a message dated 8/1/2006 2:45:43 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Nice shot - good framing and the position of the man works very well. I like it. Your shots have been improving lately. I remember when you first joined the list - it is nice to see your growth. -- Bruce Sunday, July 30, 2006, 8:02:12 PM, you wrote: Eac Returning from the SF Farmer's Market by ferry to the Oakland port, we passed Eac a lot of flat topped cargo ships loaded with large cargo containers. Made me Eac think of a recent PDML shipping discussion (argument ;-)). We went on a Eac Saturday. Eac This is the only identifiable human being I saw the whole time. Eac http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/slowday.htm Eac Comments welcome. Eac Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: August PUG is open
Op Tue, 01 Aug 2006 11:22:53 +0200 schreef Keith McGuinness [EMAIL PROTECTED]: The August PUG is open. A bit late due to last minute adjustments. Thanks Adelheid! Seconded :o) Lucas Rijnders -- Another favourate here. I like the shapes, tilt and muted colours. Thanks for taking the time to comment. I'm glad you liked it. -- Regards, Lucas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Tree Flower
In a message dated 8/1/2006 4:59:47 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Pentax *IstD, A 70-210/4, handheld ISO 200, 1/1000 sec @ f/8.0 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3236.htm Comments welcome -- Bruce === Pretty. But there is a blurring in the middle, something else in front, like the thing on the side?, that I find a tad distracting. Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Tree Flower
In a message dated 8/1/2006 9:33:01 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Jack, Thanks for the comments and suggestions. I like what you had to say. Here is close to what you suggested: http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3236a.htm Here is the original: http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3236.htm -- Bruce === Personally, I like the spacing on the original better. If you knew how to clone you could just clone out the thing on the right. :-) Helpful, huh? Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - The Lonely Field
In a message dated 8/1/2006 11:46:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I just got back from a short trip/family reunion. I was able to take this shot during the reunion. This area used to be a small town - just a ranch or two left now. I took three different shots of the same basic scene. I would be very interested in your thoughts about these three - is one clearly better - is one clearly worse, etc. Pentax *istD, Tokina AT-X SD 400/5.6, handheld ISO 400, 1/1000 sec @ f/9.5 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3228.htm Pentax *istD, Tokina AT-X SD 400/5.6, handheld ISO 400, 1/750 sec @ f/11 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3222.htm Pentax *istD, A 70-210/4, handheld ISO 400, 1/500 sec @ f/11 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3220a.htm -- Bruce I like #3 best. More in keeping with the title. The longer distance perspective gives more of a feeling of space and shows the vast expanses more. Also it has a nicer gradation of colors. My .02. Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Me and My Rubber Ducky
In a message dated 8/1/2006 1:52:24 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Saturday, July 29, 2006, 12:27:24 PM, you wrote: PS http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4741532 === Somehow I missed this one. A. That one's a keeper, Paul. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - All gone
In a message dated 7/31/2006 4:09:33 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Another one of the former blast furnace plant in the harbour of Boulogne, France. Picture taken in February 2006. Everything with the exception of the sign on the left is gone now. http://www.fotocommunity.de/pc/pc/mypics/770012/display/6288323 Comments and suggestions are as always most welcome. Ralf === Nice! Very effective photo, even though I can't read the sign. Nice light. Good one. Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Pass Road
In a message dated 8/1/2006 6:29:08 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: That's just luck. ;-) Seriously, as explained in my initial post, I went for that look by use of a dark red filter, stacked with a Cokin grad gray tilted along the top of the cloud line. Guess it satisfies my Ansel syndrome. G Jack == Aha. Well, I prolly missed it. I was quietly unsubscribed for a while. Only noticed after a day or two. Full mail box again. Mea culpa. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Demo
In a message dated 7/31/2006 12:59:59 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I want to know what is being protested, and it would probably help to know what the KPFA is. I googled it, and could not pronounce the fist word :) russell == Old post, I know. KPFA is a talk radio station in the SF Bay Area. Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Aug Pug - quick review
Kenneth Waller wrote: Since no one objected the last time, I thought I'd do it again. What follows are my snap thoughts on viewing the PUG images for August in which the poster had requested comments. An exception was made for Toralf (who didn't request comments) his image Some architecture it's architect - no need for excuses - stands well by itself. +La Pedrera - unique view Thanks (I take it as a compliment :o). Are you going to keep this up? It might be interesting to see what we can get out of you subconscious... -- Regards, Lucas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: August PUG is open
Op Wed, 02 Aug 2006 00:57:00 +0200 schreef Tom C [EMAIL PROTECTED]: A suggestion I'd like to throw out there... Wondering what people think about changing the background color for the photo pages to something close to 18% gray... #7F7F7F? I often put a white frame around a photo for visusal effect and to make it standout from the background. It's almost invisible against the light yellow background. There are sites that let the viewer change the color. Or is that even more heretical? -- Regards, Lucas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
FS: Flashes (Pentax and others)
* Starblitz 3601DTZ: analog TTL flash. Has the particularity to be multi-dedicated so it works (didn't test) with multiple brands. Keep in mind It is Analog TTL so oldish TTL systems. It works nicelky on Pentax with usual limitations of compatible flashes: program doesn't work which means you have to work with manual/Aperture priority. But it works on my SuperA, Z1 etc. It should work on D/DS/DS2... (dunno the trigger voltage). I dunno if that brand takes TTL or not. The brand it is supposed to work with are (wth TTL or not, dunno): Nikon, Canon, Olympus, Chinon, Ricoh, Pentax, Minolta and Yashica/Contax. It also has a zoom head from 35mm-85mm and an 28mm reflector as well as colour filters. Takes 4AA batteries. Contacts are clean. It can swivel/bounce. 25 euros. * Pentax AF240FT: Digital TTL only IMO(not PTTL and no LX/SuperA TTL). Has pouch, fixed head. Red AF illumnator. Has also a 5P sync plug (with cap). Will work with e.g. D/DS/DS2. 25 euros. * Metz 40MZ2 (model with two flash reflectors) with both SCA3701 (digital TTL anf AF bodies dedicated) and SCA372 (analog TTL and MF bodies dedicated) adapters. Excellent flash I'm sorry I have to sell it. In good condition. With pouch. 80 euros. I'm in Europe and will have to add shipping of course. Can accept paypal but will up the price a bit (mighty tax). -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- *ist-D,Z1,SFXn,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Aug Pug - quick review
An exception was made for Toralf (who didn't request comments) I think maybe I intended to request comments, but apparently I was a bit too quick when I posted the pic, so I submitted an incomplete form. (I even left out the camera type, but Adelheid was good enough to email me and ask, instead of just dropping my image.) - Toralf -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PUG is dying?
I think I need to eat my words on this subject. The August PUG is the best for a long time. I especially liked Bruce D's Oakland Temple, Greg Cooper's Church Top, Dag T's @ (my favourite), and Anne S's wonderfully whimsical (and cleverly named) Under construction, just to name a few. The high (and high quality) turnout does suggest that a simple theme can be more inspirational than a quirky one designed to challenge the photographer. This was a straightforward subject, but it didn't produce banal images. Or perhaps it is just that the subject is a popular one. John -- Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/m2/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Me and My Rubber Ducky
Thanks Marnie. On Aug 2, 2006, at 4:20 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 8/1/2006 1:52:24 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Saturday, July 29, 2006, 12:27:24 PM, you wrote: PS http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4741532 === Somehow I missed this one. A. That one's a keeper, Paul. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: August PUG is open
Thanks for the kind words your comprehensive comments on the whole PUG. Also big thanks to Adelheid. Cheers, Dave On 8/1/06, Keith McGuinness [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David Savage -- Yes; great. I'm not picking a best of but this would be close. Wonderful mixture of rectangular shapes and line. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Cosina 19-35 vs FAJ 18-35
I have the Cosina under the Vivitar badge. It's surprisingly good optically for such a low price. I use it on my Canon 10D and get very good results. Bob -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
For those who have this flash and are planning on buying a Pentax K100D, there's a free upgrade Sigma is providing for this flash: http://www.photographyblog.com/index.php/weblog/comments/sigma_upgrades_flashguns_for_pentax_k100d_dslr/ This must mean that Pentax has slightly changed the flash communication protocol for their latest DSLR's. Interesting... -- Mark Roberts Photography Multimedia www.robertstech.com 412-687-2835 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PUG is dying?
John Forbes wrote: I think I need to eat my words on this subject. The August PUG is the best for a long time. I especially liked Bruce D's Oakland Temple, Greg Cooper's Church Top, Dag T's @ (my favourite), and Anne S's wonderfully whimsical (and cleverly named) Under construction, just to name a few. The high (and high quality) turnout does suggest that a simple theme can be more inspirational than a quirky one designed to challenge the photographer. This was a straightforward subject, but it didn't produce banal images. Or perhaps it is just that the subject is a popular one. Personally, I think it's just because a couple of reminders were posted to the list throughout the month. As long as it doesn't slip people's minds and they have time to prepare an image, they'll submit an image. -- Mark Roberts Photography Multimedia www.robertstech.com 412-687-2835 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
On 1/8/06, David J Brooks, discombobulated, unleashed: I always thought it was Robby the Robot.?? Dr Morbius would have a thing or two to say about that ;-) Forbidden planet! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robby_the_Robot The robot on the Jupiter 2 was never given a name aside from just plain old 'robot'. Although apparently it was a 'B-9' environmental robot. Allegedly :-)) Ahh, Bach. I quess thats what happens when you watch to many B horror movies when you were a kid. They all tend to morf into one eventually. Allegedly. :-) Dave -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
On Aug 2, 2006, at 7:55 AM, Mark Roberts wrote: This must mean that Pentax has slightly changed the flash communication protocol for their latest DSLR's. Interesting... That's why the 540 was delayed until just recently. -Aaron -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Me and My Rubber Ducky
rubber ducky cute now i need to find some children of my own.. hmm.. russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - All gone
Another one of the former blast furnace plant in the harbour of Boulogne, France. Picture taken in February 2006. Everything with the exception of the sign on the left is gone now. i really like the light, and it is very sharp. good job russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
From: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/08/02 Wed AM 11:55:21 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test For those who have this flash and are planning on buying a Pentax K100D, there's a free upgrade Sigma is providing for this flash: http://www.photographyblog.com/index.php/weblog/comments/sigma_upgrades_flashguns_for_pentax_k100d_dslr/ This must mean that Pentax has slightly changed the flash communication protocol for their latest DSLR's. Interesting... ...do not operate with the K100D... suggests more than slightly. mike - Email sent from www.ntlworld.com Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software Visit www.ntlworld.com/security for more information -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Tree Flower
Bruce, I do like the re-do better. Smidge tight at the top maybe, but I like that you included the stems at the base. Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 8/1/2006 9:33:01 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Jack, Thanks for the comments and suggestions. I like what you had to say. Here is close to what you suggested: http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3236a.htm Here is the original: http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3236.htm -- Bruce === Personally, I like the spacing on the original better. If you knew how to clone you could just clone out the thing on the right. :-) Helpful, huh? Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 2 Aug 2006 07:52:29 US/Eastern To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test On 1/8/06, David J Brooks, discombobulated, unleashed: I always thought it was Robby the Robot.?? Dr Morbius would have a thing or two to say about that ;-) Forbidden planet! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robby_the_Robot The robot on the Jupiter 2 was never given a name aside from just plain old 'robot'. Although apparently it was a 'B-9' environmental robot. Allegedly :-)) Ahh, Bach. I quess thats what happens when you watch to many B horror movies when you were a kid. They all tend to morf into one eventually. Allegedly. :-) Wasn't that the plot of Teenage mutants from Pennsyltucky? - Email sent from www.ntlworld.com Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software Visit www.ntlworld.com/security for more information -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
- Original Message - From: P. J. Alling Subject: Re: Photography = obstruction of justice? It really doesn't matter if they think there's a law or not. The police couldn't shut down an official press photographer that way, and the same rule applies to a casual photographer as well. They know they aren't enforcing laws. They know they are bullying and intimidating citizens. I find it amusing that you are squandering so much resources trying to stop this from happenning in other people's countries, and tolerating it in your own. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - The Lonely Field
I just got back from a short trip/family reunion. I was able to take this shot during the reunion. This area used to be a small town - just a ranch or two left now. I took three different shots of the same basic scene. I would be very interested in your thoughts about these three - is one clearly better - is one clearly worse, etc. At first I liked #1 best, and then #3. however, in #1, the barn is too far left (centered), IMHO it should be about 1/3 from the right. #2 just looks funny to me, again, I think, due to the barn position, and also there is not bale in the bottom right corner, it's empty feeling. #3 leads my eye and gives a better sense of place. I like #3 best. More in keeping with the title. I agree with Marnie, and I also agree about the color gradations oh, and I agree with Marnie that it's just my .02 :) nice shot, btw russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
On 8/2/06, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They know they aren't enforcing laws. They know they are bullying and intimidating citizens. I find it amusing that you are squandering so much resources trying to stop this from happenning in other people's countries, and tolerating it in your own. Yer next, buddy. http://www.planetfriendly.net/police.html After you, it's the UK. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=397240in_page_id=1766in_page_id=1766expand=true ;) g -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com Shoot more film! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
On Wed, 2 Aug 2006, mike wilson wrote: From: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/08/02 Wed AM 11:55:21 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test For those who have this flash and are planning on buying a Pentax K100D, there's a free upgrade Sigma is providing for this flash: http://www.photographyblog.com/index.php/weblog/comments/sigma_upgrades_flashguns_for_pentax_k100d_dslr/ This must mean that Pentax has slightly changed the flash communication protocol for their latest DSLR's. Interesting... ...do not operate with the K100D... suggests more than slightly. What may be interesting is if the mod will make the flash incompatible with the previous bodies (MZ-6/S, *ist-*). Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
You live in a different world than I do. The police have often hassled the press. However, the media usually has more money to proceed with legal remedies, and of course plenty of access to influencing public opinion. -- graywolf http://www.graywolfphoto.com http://webpages.charter.net/graywolf Idiot Proof == Expert Proof --- P. J. Alling wrote: It really doesn't matter if they think there's a law or not. The police couldn't shut down an official press photographer that way, -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
- Original Message - From: Scott Loveless Subject: Re: Photography = obstruction of justice? Yer next, buddy. http://www.planetfriendly.net/police.html After you, it's the UK. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=397240in_page_id=1766in_page_id=1766expand=true ;) g We are probably closer than you think already. Canadian law has taken a zero tolerance attitude towards many things, and if someone thinks you are close to the line, your life can be made a living hell. We also don't have the financial recourse that you have if the system tramples your rights. The only saving grace we have is that our social welfare system is so overburdened that we can't afford a big police force to go out and harass people. It's easier to fly under the radar here. Why do you think I objected to the kiddie porn that was posted by link last week? In Canada, having that image on your hard drive could land you in court if a prosecuter had missed her morning coffee. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Tree Flower
tree flower I like the backlighting, and I like the second better too russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Impulse Buy
The server seems to have blocked direct linking. Try going to the main page http://medfmt.8k.com and navigate to the page. It's all text and loads relatively fast. mike wilson wrote: From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/07/31 Mon AM 09:00:47 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: Impulse Buy On Sun, 30 Jul 2006, Don Sanderson wrote: I've pretty much sworn off zooms, but look at the bokeh in the last 3 pics. Yummy! http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=140013436209 http://medfmt.8k.com/third/table1.txt == Forbidden Remote Host: [212.219.119.150] You do not have permission to access http://medfmt.8k.com/third/table1.txt Data files must be stored on the same site they are linked from. Thank you for using FreeServers ??? - Email sent from www.ntlworld.com Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software Visit www.ntlworld.com/security for more information -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO: Leggy Lilies
Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the title? I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) Thanks for opinions. Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Cosina 19-35 vs FAJ 18-35
Interesting... What about construction quality ? Could anyone compare it to e.g. DA18-55 ? 2006/8/2, Bob Shell [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I have the Cosina under the Vivitar badge. It's surprisingly good optically for such a low price. I use it on my Canon 10D and get very good results. Bob -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- *ist-D,Z1,SFXn,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PDML Mini-FAQ Link
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RE: PESO - Demo
Marnie, KPFA is ~NOT~ a talk radio station. It produces and airs many public affairs shows, but it also airs a lot of music as well. You can do a lot worse things with your time than listening to the station for a day or so. All anyone has to do is Google the call letters and all sorts of information about the station, its programming, its affiliates, and details about the protest, come up. Shel (back to lurking - bye!) russellkerstetter at gmail.com writes: I want to know what is being protested, and it would probably help to know what the KPFA is. I googled it, and could not pronounce the fist word :) russell == Old post, I know. KPFA is a talk radio station in the SF Bay Area. Marnie aka Doe Shel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/08/02 Wed PM 01:46:28 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test On Wed, 2 Aug 2006, mike wilson wrote: From: Mark Roberts [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/08/02 Wed AM 11:55:21 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test For those who have this flash and are planning on buying a Pentax K100D, there's a free upgrade Sigma is providing for this flash: http://www.photographyblog.com/index.php/weblog/comments/sigma_upgrades_flashguns_for_pentax_k100d_dslr/ This must mean that Pentax has slightly changed the flash communication protocol for their latest DSLR's. Interesting... ...do not operate with the K100D... suggests more than slightly. What may be interesting is if the mod will make the flash incompatible with the previous bodies (MZ-6/S, *ist-*). I'm not sure about the model designations of Sigma but I think these flashes are only for DSLRs anyway. The ones without DG in their name are for 35mm and upward. m - Email sent from www.ntlworld.com Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software Visit www.ntlworld.com/security for more information -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
On Aug 2, 2006, at 10:21 AM, mike wilson wrote: What may be interesting is if the mod will make the flash incompatible with the previous bodies (MZ-6/S, *ist-*). I don't know about the Sigma, but the 540 is compatible backwards with the old units. -Aaron -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Cosina 19-35 vs FAJ 18-35
On Aug 2, 2006, at 9:58 AM, Thibouille wrote: Interesting... What about construction quality ? Could anyone compare it to e.g. DA18-55 ? I can't compare it to anything else right now, but it's decently made. Mine is for EOS and thus lacks the aperture ring. The lens bayonet is metal, not plastic. Comes with the proper lens hood. Bob -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
OT Monument Valley Utah / Arizona need advice
I'm putting a tour together and Monument Valley is one of the places we want to visit. I understand that we'll need to rent a 4 WD vehicle and hire a tour guide? Does anyone have any advice they'd care to pass along? We'd like to camp in Monument Valley if possible. Are there any campgrounds with showers? thanks for any help you can offer. Tom Reese -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Monument Valley Utah / Arizona need advice
Tom Reese wrote: I'm putting a tour together and Monument Valley is one of the places we want to visit. I understand that we'll need to rent a 4 WD vehicle and hire a tour guide? Does anyone have any advice they'd care to pass along? Just show up at the visitor center and hire a local with a jeep. That appears to be the way it's done; they'll take you out as long as you want and it seemed like a good deal to me. I went last year (again) and spent 3 hrs. out there. I'm not sure that you can hire your own car and then get a native american to take you in; my impression was that you only used their jeep. They know a lot of good spots for photos, but you'll need to manage the time of day=lighting. We'd like to camp in Monument Valley if possible. Are there any campgrounds with showers? Sorry, don't know about that. thanks for any help you can offer. Tom Reese -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Monument Valley Utah / Arizona need advice
On 8/2/06, Tom Reese [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm putting a tour together and Monument Valley is one of the places we want to visit. I understand that we'll need to rent a 4 WD vehicle and hire a tour guide? Does anyone have any advice they'd care to pass along? We'd like to camp in Monument Valley if possible. Are there any campgrounds with showers? thanks for any help you can offer. Can I go? I'll drive the Xterra! g -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com Shoot more film! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Monument Valley Utah / Arizona need advice
Tom,
If you want to go in prior to the formal opening time, be prepared to
PAY dearly for a guide. You will have no choice. Guide or nothing. If I
remember, it cost us (3) $40 ea. Sunrise is prior to daily opening
time.
We had been in the previous pm and knew exactly where we wanted to be,
but we were not given a choice.
I had a 4-WD, but many didn't and at that time,('prox 3 yes ago) the
road/trail didn't require it.
There is a day use picnic area I saw, but don't believe there is a
camping place there. I'm putting up a shot taken from the picnic area.
(Used orange filter)
Recommend close by Goulding's Lodge, 2 mi. off US 163 and Goulding's
Jct. All services and a bit of history.
The lodge is perched on a side bluff which affords a nice area view. It
overlooks a small airport where, at least at one time, provided light
fixed wing aircraft flights over the Valley.
I have no financial interest in Goulding's, but am furnishing their
'phone no. in case: (435) 727-3231.
Jack
http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=155
--- Tom Reese [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I'm putting a tour together and Monument Valley is one of the places
we want to visit. I understand that we'll need to rent a 4 WD vehicle
and hire a tour guide?
Does anyone have any advice they'd care to pass along?
We'd like to camp in Monument Valley if possible. Are there any
campgrounds with showers?
thanks for any help you can offer.
Tom Reese
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Re: PESO: true colors
I have a dog like that. When the printer starts to spit out a print, he trys to grab it and run away with it. Ann Sanfedele wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 7/29/2006 6:22:59 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I actually shot this on auto - with the Canon Pro-1 1 pic in a thousand I might take with a flash. http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=4742582 I'm obsessed with my new roomie :) ann === Nice composition, ann, although I am not a cat person. thanks , Marnie (and youse other guys, too who said nice things) You let her get on the table? Marnie aka Doe ;-) Sure - she has the run of the place -- Though actually, I coaxed her there for the pic, I think - she doesn't normally find that spot very interesting. The only thing I've had to protect is the printer _ I can't leave it open and I've put a screen over the top so she can't accidentally turn it off and on. Have to watch her when I'm printing - she thinks it's her toy. ann -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax D-series eyecup
Any eyepiece that fits on an M body or later will work. I don't know if this helps. Aaron Reynolds wrote: Is there a replacement eyecup that's different from the one included with the DS2? Here's my issue -- even though it has a rubberized edge, the plastic that surrounds the eyepiece still comes into contact with my glasses and scratches the heck out of them. What I need is something that's padded with rubber right up to the eyepiece. Does such a thing exist, or will I have to create it myself? -Aaron -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax D-series eyecup
The ZX/MZ eyecups are an almost exact replacement. They just lack the opening for the diopter adjuster. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of eyecups, does anyone have a source for these? I lost the cup on both of my *istD cameras. I tried to order them from Pentax, but they're out of stock. They're also outragiously priced at $30 each. Paul -- Original message -- From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Mon, 31 Jul 2006, Aaron Reynolds wrote: Does such a thing exist, or will I have to create it myself? Were you OK with previous cameras from the post-K (so, M, A, ...) era? Their eyecups should fit. HTH, Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Monument Valley Utah / Arizona need advice
-- Original message -- From: Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] On 8/2/06, Tom Reese [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm putting a tour together and Monument Valley is one of the places we want to visit. I understand that we'll need to rent a 4 WD vehicle and hire a tour guide? Does anyone have any advice they'd care to pass along? We'd like to camp in Monument Valley if possible. Are there any campgrounds with showers? thanks for any help you can offer. Can I go? I'll drive the Xterra! g I don't know. Your tires seem to be a little unreliable... grinning right back Tom -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Monument Valley Utah / Arizona need advice
On 8/2/06, Tom Reese [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -- Original message -- From: Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] On 8/2/06, Tom Reese [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm putting a tour together and Monument Valley is one of the places we want to visit. I understand that we'll need to rent a 4 WD vehicle and hire a tour guide? Does anyone have any advice they'd care to pass along? We'd like to camp in Monument Valley if possible. Are there any campgrounds with showers? thanks for any help you can offer. Can I go? I'll drive the Xterra! g I don't know. Your tires seem to be a little unreliable... grinning right back Point taken. Here's hoping the new tires don't explode at 70 MPH. -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com Shoot more film! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Monument Valley Utah / Arizona need advice
In a message dated 8/2/2006 7:44:28 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm putting a tour together and Monument Valley is one of the places we want to visit. I understand that we'll need to rent a 4 WD vehicle and hire a tour guide? Does anyone have any advice they'd care to pass along? We'd like to camp in Monument Valley if possible. Are there any campgrounds with showers? thanks for any help you can offer. Tom Reese In something I read recently, no, you can drive the main part in a regular car. It's a 17 mile circuit, but a passenger car can do it. But to really see it, go off the beaten path for the best shots, yes, you also need to go on one of the private tours. Tourists are not allowed to wander off the main road without a guide. That is based on a book for photographers, Photographing the Southwest, Volume 2, by Laurent Martres. HTH, Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PUG Gallery
Lot of references to the August Gallery. I go to the site via links and get only the list of photographers and titles of the pics, but no pics. Anyone have a hint as to why the pics won't open on my computer? Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Leggy Lilies
In a message dated 8/2/2006 7:13:15 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the title? I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) Thanks for opinions. Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 No. Yes. Very nice. Like it quite a bit. Good composition -- leads the eye. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Problem with DL USB cable
It could be the cable, bad cables are a major cause of PC problems. Jaume Lahuerta wrote: Hi, Mi friend's DL has developed a problem related to the PC connexion. He has the cable always atteched to the computer and last Sunday, when he wanted to download their latest pictures, he found that the computer freezes once the cable is pluged into the camera, an even before the camera is switched on !! If I remember right, first the monitor goes blank and when he turns on the camera on, the computer freezes completely and he has to restart (resulting in a disk scan). Since the only change with the last time he downloaded pictures was the installation of a webcam, he has tested with another computer, with the same results. He can watch pictures on TV with the other cable so, can be some kind of USB cable issue?. This weekend I'll bring my Ds and cable so we can test further but in the meantime, any idea of what is going on? Any similar experience? Thanks, Jaume __ LLama Gratis a cualquier PC del Mundo. Llamadas a fijos y móviles desde 1 céntimo por minuto. http://es.voice.yahoo.com -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: August PUG is open
I've long thought that the light yellow background was, how do I say it PC, an unusual color choice. I know it wasn't chosen by Adelheid or even yourself, but I do think we could consider a change. I think a gray backgroud is more neutral and a may improve the overall look of the gallery. A small change, ne'st pas? :-) Tom C. (never afraid of being burned at the stake. It only hurts for a minute) From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: August PUG is open Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2006 18:20:23 -0600 - Original Message - From: Tom C Subject: RE: August PUG is open A suggestion I'd like to throw out there... Wondering what people think about changing the background color for the photo pages to something close to 18% gray... #7F7F7F ? Heretic. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Leggy Lilies
Thanks, Marnie. Appreciated, reassuring words. Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 8/2/2006 7:13:15 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the title? I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) Thanks for opinions. Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 No. Yes. Very nice. Like it quite a bit. Good composition -- leads the eye. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - The Other Bridge
I could fool with this a bit and make the sky a bit bluer. Actually, in RAW it seemed to be. The northern (southern ?) span of the Bay Bridge is also a suspension bridge, and not, I think, unattractive. Taken from the ferry. http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/other.htm A simple, slightly odd shot, but I sort of like it. Comments welcome. Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Monument Valley Utah / Arizona need advice
Tom, New AAA Tour Guide indicates that there is camping available in the area. We stayed at Goulding's Lodge where one of our party found a scorpion hanging on the back of one of his window drapes. We through off our bedding and did a search. Found nothing, but suspect I took a little longer to go to sleep than I, otherwise, might have. Don't know about the camping thing. Travel trailer/RV, maybe. :) Been there twice. Very loosely run by a Navajo staff. BTW, taking their picture is not recommended without asking. If asked, may cost you a little. Others are superstitious; Steals their spirit...or... Last time there was in early Nov.. Bitter, icy, stiff East wind caused us to seek any shelter available. Stopped at Zion Canyon on way and waited til Nov. to be allowed to drive the Canyon. Jack --- Tom Reese [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -- Original message -- From: Scott Loveless [EMAIL PROTECTED] On 8/2/06, Tom Reese [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm putting a tour together and Monument Valley is one of the places we want to visit. I understand that we'll need to rent a 4 WD vehicle and hire a tour guide? Does anyone have any advice they'd care to pass along? We'd like to camp in Monument Valley if possible. Are there any campgrounds with showers? thanks for any help you can offer. Can I go? I'll drive the Xterra! g I don't know. Your tires seem to be a little unreliable... grinning right back Tom -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: true colors
I would think so. The men get in their air conditioned cars... frank theriault wrote: On 8/1/06, Ann Sanfedele [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gee, I wonder where that tablecloth was that you photoed (ann scratches head) Yeah roomie is super -- except right now we are both just trying to stay cool... The ac is is straining now that it is (gulp) 97 F out Quitcher whining! It's 97 here as well, but with the humidity, it feels like 117F. I'm sure it's about the same there (I recall New York humidity from last summer), but we have the same summer heat as you do. In a coupla hours I have to get on my bike and ride home. That separates the men from the boys, let me tell you. g cheers, frank -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Leggy Lilies
A little work on the highlights would be good. The overall effect is good and the picture is a nice one. I don't think the title helps - I really don't associate the lower strands to the flowers, especially as legs. Nice shot, just call it Water Lilies. -- Best regards, Bruce Wednesday, August 2, 2006, 6:59:39 AM, you wrote: JD Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to JD 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the JD title? JD I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at JD that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) JD Thanks for opinions. JD Jack JD http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 JD __ JD Do You Yahoo!? JD Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around JD http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
William Robb wrote: They know they aren't enforcing laws. They know they are bullying and intimidating citizens. I find it amusing that you are squandering so much resources trying to stop this from happenning in other people's countries, and tolerating it in your own. Don't you know that's the American Way? Liberate other countries while instituting Machiavellian polices in your own? :-) Tom C. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - didn't make the PUG
It seems to have two zones of sharp focus. It's not a bad composition. It wouldn't have been the best in the PUG but it wouldn't have been the worst. Which is not a bad thing at all considering. Russell Kerstetter wrote: This one didn't make the PUG, but maybe it shouldn't have... http://www.avocadohead.com/mexlinks/pic09.html as the saying goes.. honest and brutal russell -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: August PUG is open
Thanks Evan! DagT Den 2. aug. 2006 kl. 00.54 skrev Evan Hanson: Great gallery this month. Here are my favorites: Outstanding in its field: I guessed it was Velvia before I even scrolled down. @: Great composition Kirk in the Hills: Another great shot by Paul. Under Construction: Ann you never cease to amaze. All in all a great month for PUG. Evan -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net DagT http://dag.foto.no Beware of internet links. You never know what is on the other side. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PUG is dying?
Den 2. aug. 2006 kl. 11.44 skrev John Forbes: I think I need to eat my words on this subject. The August PUG is the best for a long time. I especially liked Bruce D's Oakland Temple, Greg Cooper's Church Top, Dag T's @ (my favourite), and Anne S's wonderfully whimsical (and cleverly named) Under construction, just to name a few. The high (and high quality) turnout does suggest that a simple theme can be more inspirational than a quirky one designed to challenge the photographer. This was a straightforward subject, but it didn't produce banal images. Or perhaps it is just that the subject is a popular one. John Thanks John! I agree with you regarding this PUG. Lots of good pictures. DagT http://dag.foto.no Beware of internet links. You never know what is on the other side. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: istD and Sigma 500 Super wireless test
The question is who's liver has he been eating... (Frank looks like a Professor I had in University, when awakened during a quiz.) Damn, he's not on the list right now to see that. Bob W wrote: http://www.caughtinmotion.com/paw/wireless.jpg Who are those guys? If we told you we'd have to kill you. Y'all look as though you're gonna kill something anyhow. It looks like the James Gang, and Cesar appears to have been eating liver with some fava beans and a nice chianti... Bob -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
Who says we tolerate it. When the cops do something like this you contact a lawyer and the local press. Freedom needs to be defended everywhere, but it needs to be defended. If it isn't, eventually you have to use force... William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: P. J. Alling Subject: Re: Photography = obstruction of justice? It really doesn't matter if they think there's a law or not. The police couldn't shut down an official press photographer that way, and the same rule applies to a casual photographer as well. They know they aren't enforcing laws. They know they are bullying and intimidating citizens. I find it amusing that you are squandering so much resources trying to stop this from happenning in other people's countries, and tolerating it in your own. William Robb -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - The Lonely Field
For me, its definitely the first image. I'm focusing on the barn. The others are adding items of interest but detracting from the barn - just MHO. Kenneth Waller - Original Message - Subject: Re: PESO - The Lonely Field In a message dated 8/1/2006 11:46:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I just got back from a short trip/family reunion. I was able to take this shot during the reunion. This area used to be a small town - just a ranch or two left now. I took three different shots of the same basic scene. I would be very interested in your thoughts about these three - is one clearly better - is one clearly worse, etc. Pentax *istD, Tokina AT-X SD 400/5.6, handheld ISO 400, 1/1000 sec @ f/9.5 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3228.htm Pentax *istD, Tokina AT-X SD 400/5.6, handheld ISO 400, 1/750 sec @ f/11 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3222.htm Pentax *istD, A 70-210/4, handheld ISO 400, 1/500 sec @ f/11 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3220a.htm -- Bruce I like #3 best. More in keeping with the title. The longer distance perspective gives more of a feeling of space and shows the vast expanses more. Also it has a nicer gradation of colors. My .02. Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - Pond
One of several beaver ponds in the park near my home. Pentax *istD, DA 16-45/5, Handheld ISO 200, 1/125 sec @ f/6.7 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3263.htm Comments welcome -- Bruce -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Leggy Lilies
As posted, I'd suggest cropping/cloning out the pads in the LH lower section. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Heck no. Its your image and you can do it any way you want. Does it make sense, even with the title? Not sure you mean by sense. I see several possible crops with what you've posted. +As posted with the stuff @ the bottom removed as suggested above. +Cropped square, centered about the buds themselves. +Cropped to eliminate all below the lower left hand leaf. It seems to me you must have seen this image as you posted it. Nice capture BTW Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: PESO: Leggy Lilies Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the title? I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) Thanks for opinions. Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
As a former, (very former), member of the working press, I knew my rights. Which didn't differer from those of the public at large. I was never arrested or roughed up, but I did have a few scary moments. I used more tact back then, than I seem to have lately. graywolf wrote: You live in a different world than I do. The police have often hassled the press. However, the media usually has more money to proceed with legal remedies, and of course plenty of access to influencing public opinion. -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Pond
Very nice capture, but I would crop out the blank sky. When the beaver arrives, have him wear a red hat. ;-) I expect to see more of this from you. Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: PESO - Pond One of several beaver ponds in the park near my home. Pentax *istD, DA 16-45/5, Handheld ISO 200, 1/125 sec @ f/6.7 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3263.htm Comments welcome -- Bruce -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO: Leggy Lilies
Your're right, Bruce. My post tried to make an excuse for my not taking down some blossom highlights. The title may not help, but it's my way of expressing my feeling about the shot. :) Thanks, Jack --- Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A little work on the highlights would be good. The overall effect is good and the picture is a nice one. I don't think the title helps - I really don't associate the lower strands to the flowers, especially as legs. Nice shot, just call it Water Lilies. -- Best regards, Bruce Wednesday, August 2, 2006, 6:59:39 AM, you wrote: JD Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to JD 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the JD title? JD I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at JD that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) JD Thanks for opinions. JD Jack JD http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 JD __ JD Do You Yahoo!? JD Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around JD http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
P.J. Alling wrote: I used more tact back then, than I seem to have lately. The older we get the dumber we get. :-) Tom C. --- I will not be pushed, filed, stamped, indexed, briefed, debriefed or numbered. Patrick McGoohan in The Prisoner -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Leggy Lilies
IOW, does the crop provide an image that leads the eye to the blossoms and the stems make sense of the title. Not sure I understand what you mean by, ..you must have seen this image as you posted it. Any number of crops were considered and have been used with like images. This was just another choice. The peek-a-boo pads at the bottom left kind of finished off the bottom for me. Your comments are much appreciated, Ken. Thanks! Jack --- Kenneth Waller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As posted, I'd suggest cropping/cloning out the pads in the LH lower section. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Heck no. Its your image and you can do it any way you want. Does it make sense, even with the title? Not sure you mean by sense. I see several possible crops with what you've posted. +As posted with the stuff @ the bottom removed as suggested above. +Cropped square, centered about the buds themselves. +Cropped to eliminate all below the lower left hand leaf. It seems to me you must have seen this image as you posted it. Nice capture BTW Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: PESO: Leggy Lilies Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the title? I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) Thanks for opinions. Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - The Other Bridge
Don't know what I would expect to result, but I sorta want to see the top of that tower. That may have required a greater FOV than your lens could provide and resulted in the span dropping too close to the bottom of the frame. I would probably still prefer this. :) Jack --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I could fool with this a bit and make the sky a bit bluer. Actually, in RAW it seemed to be. The northern (southern ?) span of the Bay Bridge is also a suspension bridge, and not, I think, unattractive. Taken from the ferry. http://members.aol.com/eactivist/PAWS/pages/other.htm A simple, slightly odd shot, but I sort of like it. Comments welcome. Marnie aka Doe -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Pond
Believe I'd crop off the OOF grass in foreground. Would have added to the scene, but is distractingly soft. Fallen dead tree provides interesting angles, however, kind of takes on the roll of clutter. I can certainly see why you snapped it. Has some nice elements. Jack --- Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: One of several beaver ponds in the park near my home. Pentax *istD, DA 16-45/5, Handheld ISO 200, 1/125 sec @ f/6.7 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3263.htm Comments welcome -- Bruce -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax D-series eyecup
I tried my eyecup from my PZ1-p on my *ist D. It didn't fit. Someone on the list found some on ebay. I couldn't locate that site. Jim A. The ZX/MZ eyecups are an almost exact replacement. They just lack the opening for the diopter adjuster. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of eyecups, does anyone have a source for these? I lost the cup on both of my *istD cameras. I tried to order them from Pentax, but they're out of stock. They're also outragiously priced at $30 each. Paul -- Original message -- From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Mon, 31 Jul 2006, Aaron Reynolds wrote: Does such a thing exist, or will I have to create it myself? Were you OK with previous cameras from the post-K (so, M, A, ...) era? Their eyecups should fit. HTH, Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO -- Pool Ball
I have no idea how hot it is outside right now. However I keep looking out window at this big blowup ball floating on the pool. It's so inviting yet I know the pool was just repaired and had no water it it until last week, filled from a deep well, water temperature is still in high 50's low 60's Fº (about 15º C for you metric people). It keeps mocking me. So I thought I'd share. http://www.mindspring.com/~megazip/PESO_--_poolball.html Technical Info.: Pentax *ist-Ds ISO 200 @ 1/800sec (Av) smc Pentax A* 300mm f4.0 w/smc Pentax F 1.7x converter (510mm) @6.3 -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - didn't make the PUG
It seems to have two zones of sharp focus. 50mm, from aways away, and quite a crop. I don;t recall, as I don't have the EFIX in front of me, but I think it was f8. After I got home, I decided that I liked it tighter, not that I had much choice, I only have one lens. :) And, at least you say it's sharp, I have been told with other pics that the subject was not quite in focus, or something like that. It's not a bad composition. thanks!! It wouldn't have been the best in the PUG but it wouldn't have been the worst. thanks again!! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax D-series eyecup
I tried my eyecup from my PZ1-p on my *ist D. It didn't fit. Someone on the list found some on ebay. I couldn't locate that site. Jim A. The ZX/MZ eyecups are an almost exact replacement. They just lack the opening for the diopter adjuster. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of eyecups, does anyone have a source for these? I lost the cup on both of my *istD cameras. I tried to order them from Pentax, but they're out of stock. They're also outragiously priced at $30 each. Paul -- Original message -- From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Mon, 31 Jul 2006, Aaron Reynolds wrote: Does such a thing exist, or will I have to create it myself? Were you OK with previous cameras from the post-K (so, M, A, ...) era? Their eyecups should fit. HTH, Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO -- Pool Ball
Beautifully inviting water. I have a pool and can appreciate the water's appearance. Also, the Pool Ball is the ideal color combination to compliment the water. The ladders inevitably catch anything floating. It is an inviting look. Jack --- P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have no idea how hot it is outside right now. However I keep looking out window at this big blowup ball floating on the pool. It's so inviting yet I know the pool was just repaired and had no water it it until last week, filled from a deep well, water temperature is still in high 50's low 60's Fº (about 15º C for you metric people). It keeps mocking me. So I thought I'd share. http://www.mindspring.com/~megazip/PESO_--_poolball.html Technical Info.: Pentax *ist-Ds ISO 200 @ 1/800sec (Av) smc Pentax A* 300mm f4.0 w/smc Pentax F 1.7x converter (510mm) @6.3 -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax D-series eyecup
I bought a couple of DS cups from an ebay seller called photogearfinder. I don't know if he has any more. His e-mail address is [EMAIL PROTECTED] Paul -- Original message -- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I tried my eyecup from my PZ1-p on my *ist D. It didn't fit. Someone on the list found some on ebay. I couldn't locate that site. Jim A. The ZX/MZ eyecups are an almost exact replacement. They just lack the opening for the diopter adjuster. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of eyecups, does anyone have a source for these? I lost the cup on both of my *istD cameras. I tried to order them from Pentax, but they're out of stock. They're also outragiously priced at $30 each. Paul -- Original message -- From: Kostas Kavoussanakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Mon, 31 Jul 2006, Aaron Reynolds wrote: Does such a thing exist, or will I have to create it myself? Were you OK with previous cameras from the post-K (so, M, A, ...) era? Their eyecups should fit. HTH, Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: PESO -- Pool Ball
What a wuss! Dive in - it only hurts for a moment. -- Cheers, Bob -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of P. J. Alling Sent: 02 August 2006 19:53 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: PESO -- Pool Ball I have no idea how hot it is outside right now. However I keep looking out window at this big blowup ball floating on the pool. It's so inviting yet I know the pool was just repaired and had no water it it until last week, filled from a deep well, water temperature is still in high 50's low 60's Fº (about 15º C for you metric people). It keeps mocking me. So I thought I'd share. http://www.mindspring.com/~megazip/PESO_--_poolball.html Technical Info.: Pentax *ist-Ds ISO 200 @ 1/800sec (Av) smc Pentax A* 300mm f4.0 w/smc Pentax F 1.7x converter (510mm) @6.3 -- When you're worried or in doubt, Run in circles, (scream and shout). -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO -- Pool Ball
It keeps mocking me. You should make sure to let it know who's boss. it's a really neat shot, and the water looks very inviting, however just the thought of jumping into water that cold gives me the shivers. And yeah, I know I'm a wimp. russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Demo
All anyone has to do is Google the call letters and all sorts of information about the station, its programming, its affiliates, and details about the protest, come up. Or the (word I cannot pronounce) Pension Fund Assoc. :) I just couldn't imagine what you were doing in the UK, it's so far from Berkley. russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Demo
oh yes, I forgot the link http://www.kpfa.co.uk/about.php On 8/2/06, Russell Kerstetter [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: All anyone has to do is Google the call letters and all sorts of information about the station, its programming, its affiliates, and details about the protest, come up. Or the (word I cannot pronounce) Pension Fund Assoc. :) I just couldn't imagine what you were doing in the UK, it's so far from Berkley. russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Photography = obstruction of justice?
I will not be pushed, filed, stamped, indexed, briefed, debriefed or numbered. Patrick McGoohan in The Prisoner I don't mind being debriefed from time to time. Bob -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PUG Gallery
Walter Hamler wrote: Lot of references to the August Gallery. I go to the site via links and get only the list of photographers and titles of the pics, but no pics. Anyone have a hint as to why the pics won't open on my computer? Walt What browser are you using? I seem to remember I had this problem in the past using NS 4.something. The title of the pic (e.g. http://pug.komkon.org/06aug/imgp0588.html) should be a link. Once you click on the first, a new page opens with buttons to move along the gallery. m -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO -- Pool Ball
What a wuss! Dive in - it only hurts for a moment. Well, I'm not a *complete* wuss.. on Saturady I had a gallon of gasoline dump right into my lap. I very calmly closed the shop so I could drive home like a mad-man to shower and get the burning out of you-know-where. seriously though, it BURNS! :0 russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO -- Pool Ball
oh, and it's wasn't cold shower either :) On 8/2/06, Russell Kerstetter [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What a wuss! Dive in - it only hurts for a moment. Well, I'm not a *complete* wuss.. on Saturady I had a gallon of gasoline dump right into my lap. I very calmly closed the shop so I could drive home like a mad-man to shower and get the burning out of you-know-where. seriously though, it BURNS! :0 russell -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
re:PUG Gallery
Thanks Mike. I am using the new Beta version of IE 8. Am beginning to believe it stinks! Anyway, thanks for the link as it got me in and I was able to view. Some good stuff there indeed. Walt -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Leggy Lilies
IOW, does the crop provide an image that leads the eye to the blossoms and the stems make sense of the title. For me - no. My eyes zoom in to the buds. Not sure I understand what you mean by, ..you must have seen this image as you posted it. What I meant was you obviously included the stems because that was the image you had in mind @ the time of capture - yes/no? Any number of crops were considered and have been used with like images. This was just another choice. You chose what you chose and obviously liked it. The peek-a-boo pads at the bottom left kind of finished off the bottom for me. They look like a mistake to me. Either include all of them or totally omit. FWIW I've sat thru professional critiques of 100's of outdoor images, some mine, and what I've pointed out in your image are the kind of things I've seen critiqued by several pros. We don't have to agree. You asked for comments I gave you mine. ;-) Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Leggy Lilies IOW, does the crop provide an image that leads the eye to the blossoms and the stems make sense of the title. Not sure I understand what you mean by, ..you must have seen this image as you posted it. Any number of crops were considered and have been used with like images. This was just another choice. The peek-a-boo pads at the bottom left kind of finished off the bottom for me. Your comments are much appreciated, Ken. Thanks! Jack --- Kenneth Waller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As posted, I'd suggest cropping/cloning out the pads in the LH lower section. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Heck no. Its your image and you can do it any way you want. Does it make sense, even with the title? Not sure you mean by sense. I see several possible crops with what you've posted. +As posted with the stuff @ the bottom removed as suggested above. +Cropped square, centered about the buds themselves. +Cropped to eliminate all below the lower left hand leaf. It seems to me you must have seen this image as you posted it. Nice capture BTW Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: PESO: Leggy Lilies Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the title? I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) Thanks for opinions. Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Leggy Lilies
I feel the same. Your observation make perfect sense and would produce fine compositions. I'm not taking issue with your ideas except as they apply to this image. IOW, my explanation stands alone as a deliberate exception. I agree that basic compositional rules certainly have their place, especially during the learning process. Now that I understand your must have seen it comment. I actually thought of the crop during my look through the rangefinder. I enjoy discussing such things and thank you, again for your thoughts.:-)) Jack --- Kenneth Waller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: IOW, does the crop provide an image that leads the eye to the blossoms and the stems make sense of the title. For me - no. My eyes zoom in to the buds. Not sure I understand what you mean by, ..you must have seen this image as you posted it. What I meant was you obviously included the stems because that was the image you had in mind @ the time of capture - yes/no? Any number of crops were considered and have been used with like images. This was just another choice. You chose what you chose and obviously liked it. The peek-a-boo pads at the bottom left kind of finished off the bottom for me. They look like a mistake to me. Either include all of them or totally omit. FWIW I've sat thru professional critiques of 100's of outdoor images, some mine, and what I've pointed out in your image are the kind of things I've seen critiqued by several pros. We don't have to agree. You asked for comments I gave you mine. ;-) Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Leggy Lilies IOW, does the crop provide an image that leads the eye to the blossoms and the stems make sense of the title. Not sure I understand what you mean by, ..you must have seen this image as you posted it. Any number of crops were considered and have been used with like images. This was just another choice. The peek-a-boo pads at the bottom left kind of finished off the bottom for me. Your comments are much appreciated, Ken. Thanks! Jack --- Kenneth Waller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As posted, I'd suggest cropping/cloning out the pads in the LH lower section. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Heck no. Its your image and you can do it any way you want. Does it make sense, even with the title? Not sure you mean by sense. I see several possible crops with what you've posted. +As posted with the stuff @ the bottom removed as suggested above. +Cropped square, centered about the buds themselves. +Cropped to eliminate all below the lower left hand leaf. It seems to me you must have seen this image as you posted it. Nice capture BTW Kenneth Waller - Original Message - From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: PESO: Leggy Lilies Am curious as to your reaction to this. Does it need the title to 'explain' why I cropped it this way? Does it make sense, even with the title? I realize that the lilies are a little blown out, but I'll leave it at that for now. (got it all ready to load. :) Thanks for opinions. Jack http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=154 __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Pond
Bruce, Nice colors, interesting branches, but overall a bit of a jumble. It could use some simplification. Rick --- Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: One of several beaver ponds in the park near my home. Pentax *istD, DA 16-45/5, Handheld ISO 200, 1/125 sec @ f/6.7 http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/bkd_3263.htm Comments welcome -- Bruce -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net http://www.photo.net/photos/RickW __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
FS: Sync cord
Recently sold my only LX. (never thought I'd see the day). I have a never used 16' 4P sync cord (straight) which has the dbl attachment (PC/TTL) for the front of the LX body. Cost something like $45 and is absolutely as taken out of the box. Asking $25 and you select and pay shipping. Off list, if you like: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Jack __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - The Other Bridge
In a message dated 8/2/2006 11:10:53 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Don't know what I would expect to result, but I sorta want to see the top of that tower. That may have required a greater FOV than your lens could provide and resulted in the span dropping too close to the bottom of the frame. I would probably still prefer this. :) Jack = Yeah, I figured most would. I probably could have gotten it. For me a slice is nice -- hence the slightly odd I mentioned. Thanks for the comments. Marnie aka Doe :-) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Photography = obstruction of justice?
Bob W wrote: I will not be pushed, filed, stamped, indexed, briefed, debriefed or numbered. Patrick McGoohan in The Prisoner I don't mind being debriefed from time to time. Bob With your taste in shorts, I'm suprised it doesn't happen more often. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
