Re: I Hate My *ist D - Eclipse Photos
On 9/1/07, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glad I could be predictable, if it's blue/green however, a physicians care might be in order... ...or it's time to lay off the curry dinners. Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: I Hate My *ist D - Eclipse Photos
Actually, I was expecting some comment on the conjunction of a moon and Uranus in the one image Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Glad I could be predictable, if it's blue/green however, a physicians care might be in order... Brian Walters wrote: I was waiting for that. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Watch your mouth this is a family list... Brian Walters wrote: Well, it's actually Uranus. I've just taken a look at the sky for 29 August using the program Stellarium and it plots Uranus in exactly the spot (in relation to the moon) where the star is shown on your image. The blue/green colour fits, as well. -- Free pop3 email with a spam filter. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/5 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: I Hate My *ist D - Eclipse Photos
That's put me right off my dinner Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting Digital Image Studio [EMAIL PROTECTED]: On 31/08/2007, Brian Walters [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, it's actually Uranus. Which reminded me of this clip I saw recently: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qIg3gzcCxw -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA -- Finally - A spam blocker that actually works. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/4 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
OT: Latest Enablement
G'day All, I picked up a package from the post office today that contained (largish page ~ 880kb): http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/V125/V125.htm I have to say I'm very impressed. Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: I Hate My *ist D - Eclipse Photos
On 9/1/07, Digital Image Studio [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 31/08/2007, Brian Walters [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, it's actually Uranus. Which reminded me of this clip I saw recently: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qIg3gzcCxw ROTFLMAO That's disgustingly brilliant. Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Latest Enablement
I'm going green with envy... I've been trying to find one of those. Enjoy it! :-) Patrick On 9/1/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day All, I picked up a package from the post office today that contained (largish page ~ 880kb): http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/V125/V125.htm I have to say I'm very impressed. Cheers, Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Regards Patrick Genovese -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Latest Enablement
On 01/09/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day All, I picked up a package from the post office today that contained (largish page ~ 880kb): http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/V125/V125.htm I have to say I'm very impressed. LOL., it looks so, don't forget to try it wide open, and at night ;-) It's nice to own a good lens. -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://picasaweb.google.com/distudio/PESO http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
Sounds interesting. But it relies on multiple images, so it can only be used with certain kinds of photography. However, it could be a valuable tool. Unfortunately, I probably don't have time to try it. Paul On Aug 31, 2007, at 10:31 PM, Digital Image Studio wrote: http://www.photoacute.com/studio/index.html -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://picasaweb.google.com/distudio/PESO http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- 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: OT: Latest Enablement
Patrick Genovese wrote: I'm going green with envy... I've been trying to find one of those. Yeah, I suppose they are somewhat rare, but to me, I think the main issue is finding the money to buy one. Actually, sometimes I do find it, but I always seem to find something more sensible to spend it on along with it ;-) Enjoy it! :-) Patrick On 9/1/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day All, I picked up a package from the post office today that contained (largish page ~ 880kb): http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/V125/V125.htm I have to say I'm very impressed. Cheers, Dave -- 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: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
Digital Image Studio wrote: http://www.photoacute.com/studio/index.html Impressive, except it hasn't been written for the Mac yet. keith whaley -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Latest Enablement
sheesh, I wish I found nice boxes like that at the post office. ;) It looks to be beautifully sharp. Congrats! rg2 On 9/1/07, Toralf Lund [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Patrick Genovese wrote: I'm going green with envy... I've been trying to find one of those. Yeah, I suppose they are somewhat rare, but to me, I think the main issue is finding the money to buy one. Actually, sometimes I do find it, but I always seem to find something more sensible to spend it on along with it ;-) Enjoy it! :-) Patrick On 9/1/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day All, I picked up a package from the post office today that contained (largish page ~ 880kb): http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/V125/V125.htm I have to say I'm very impressed. Cheers, Dave -- 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: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
On 01/09/07, keith_w [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Impressive, except it hasn't been written for the Mac yet. I guess I should have been more specific in that I don't believe that the concepts are new but more so the idea of combining all these processing systems in one tool. For the Mac a similar outcome could be achieved by averaging several images that have been aligned and re-rendered over-sized using a tool such as Hugin. It's just a damn sight more convoluted to acheive essentially the same end. -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://picasaweb.google.com/distudio/PESO http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PENTAX-DA 17-70mm f/2.8 [IF] SDM release dates?
Any information when 17-70mm f2.8 will be released? I like this range more than 16-45mm which isn't close to shooting portraiture, so I lust after this lense more than any other SDM-features piece of glass, not even 50-135mm nor 16-50mm already in stock. Any information appreciated. I know there's Sigma 17-70mm f2.8-4.5 but I particularly decided to wait for pentax lense... -- new pictures once and again http://roman.blakout.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645
Thank you for your thoughts, Adam. Medium format is an intriguing option. I will continue to ponder the matter. How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? Does the design include any plastic (like the top plate on my Super Program) or is it all metal? Regards, Glen On Aug 31, 2007, at 8:59 PM, Adam Maas wrote: Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi all, I went to a somewhat local camera shop today to buy film. In one of the used cases sat a Pentax 645. It looked like it was in nice shape, and it came with a lens...I am not sure which one, though. Anyway, they are asking $560 for it. I have had at least some interest in the medium format domain ever since I saw my friend's Hasselblad back in 1997. Since it seems like an expensive pursuit, I have held out on buying a medium format setup. Any comments, folks? I know little about this type of photography, and I would appreciate any comments--either about the features of the 645 itself, or about medium format photography (i.e. associated issues and things to keep in mind). Thanks, Glen Nice kit, a bit pricey, unless it's an N or NII(AF body). I'm a fan of the 645 format. It's big enough to get a really noticable quality boost over 35mm, but the camera's aren't any heavier than a 35mm pro AF body like an F5 or EOS 1v. I actually just picked up a Mamiya 645 Super kit today, for $800cdn off a friend. Got the 45/2.8, 80/2.8, 150/3.5, the body, AE prism N, Winder N, a standard prism, 2 backs and 3 inserts (2x120, 1x220). Quite a good price, and it replaces my older M645 which is back in the shop (I also own a 55/2.8 N and another 80/2.8 along with a prism for my older 645). The Pentax units have several features built-in that are accessories on the Mamiya and Bronica 645's (Metering prisms, winders, backs). This is generally a plus for the metering and winding, but the individual backs are a bonus (that's one reason I upgraded to a Super from my M645, some Mamiya bodies, including the M645, have integrated backs like the P645, the others being increased reliability and the price was right). -Adam -- 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: The 645
The handling of the 645N and 645NII are superb (Better than my Mamiya's, Although I do like the Mamiya 645AFDII even more), the original 645 is IMHO compromised by the use of the ME Super 2-button interface (I'm not a big fan) but still handles well overall. Build is plastic-covered metal, which is the norm for 645-format SLR's. 645's are the weight of a pro 35mm SLR, and only somewhat bulkier. They're very handholdable, I regularly handhold down to 1/60th with my old M645, and have tried the 645 Super at 1/30th (roll is still in the camera, so we'll see). The Pentax 645's are every bit as handholdable as my Mamiya's. You aren't into tripod-only territory with either of the Pentax MF SLR's. Only the Mamiya RB RZ's are truly tripod-bound (Although it's probably a good idea with a Bronica GS as well) -Adam Glen Tortorella wrote: Thank you for your thoughts, Adam. Medium format is an intriguing option. I will continue to ponder the matter. How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? Does the design include any plastic (like the top plate on my Super Program) or is it all metal? Regards, Glen On Aug 31, 2007, at 8:59 PM, Adam Maas wrote: Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi all, I went to a somewhat local camera shop today to buy film. In one of the used cases sat a Pentax 645. It looked like it was in nice shape, and it came with a lens...I am not sure which one, though. Anyway, they are asking $560 for it. I have had at least some interest in the medium format domain ever since I saw my friend's Hasselblad back in 1997. Since it seems like an expensive pursuit, I have held out on buying a medium format setup. Any comments, folks? I know little about this type of photography, and I would appreciate any comments--either about the features of the 645 itself, or about medium format photography (i.e. associated issues and things to keep in mind). Thanks, Glen Nice kit, a bit pricey, unless it's an N or NII(AF body). I'm a fan of the 645 format. It's big enough to get a really noticable quality boost over 35mm, but the camera's aren't any heavier than a 35mm pro AF body like an F5 or EOS 1v. I actually just picked up a Mamiya 645 Super kit today, for $800cdn off a friend. Got the 45/2.8, 80/2.8, 150/3.5, the body, AE prism N, Winder N, a standard prism, 2 backs and 3 inserts (2x120, 1x220). Quite a good price, and it replaces my older M645 which is back in the shop (I also own a 55/2.8 N and another 80/2.8 along with a prism for my older 645). The Pentax units have several features built-in that are accessories on the Mamiya and Bronica 645's (Metering prisms, winders, backs). This is generally a plus for the metering and winding, but the individual backs are a bonus (that's one reason I upgraded to a Super from my M645, some Mamiya bodies, including the M645, have integrated backs like the P645, the others being increased reliability and the price was right). -Adam -- 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: Pentax Gallery voting
From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
SD and CF
From: Jim Apilado I heard that you can get an adapter that will take SD cards and place the adapter in a camera (*ist D) that only takes CF cards. If true, does it affect the write speed to a SD card. I asked about that when I bought my K10D, thinking I could use the adapter for my *ist-D. The guy at the camera store told me they weren't very reliable. And I wonder if they'd work with SDHC cards? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Latest Enablement
Dave, Good for you! They are truely heavy beasts, but worth it. Rob enabled me with some wide open night time shots of Sydney. Then the US importer announced LAST RUN in K-MOUNT. I sent money... You'll love it. (Thanks Rob) Regards, Bob S. On 9/1/07, Digital Image Studio [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 01/09/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day All, I picked up a package from the post office today that contained (largish page ~ 880kb): http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/V125/V125.htm I have to say I'm very impressed. LOL., it looks so, don't forget to try it wide open, and at night ;-) It's nice to own a good lens. -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://picasaweb.google.com/distudio/PESO http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- 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: SD and CF
On Sep 1, 2007, at 7:31 AM, John Sessoms wrote: I asked about that when I bought my K10D, thinking I could use the adapter for my *ist-D. The guy at the camera store told me they weren't very reliable. I have two of them, used to use them a bit when I had the Sony R1 and/ or KM A2. No reliability problems at all, but all data transfers were slowed to a max of 33x regardless of how fast the SD card was. And I wonder if they'd work with SDHC cards? I don't know if any are available rated for SDHC use. Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Latest Enablement
I'm sure I will. Rob planted the seed of this enablement when he was over a couple of years ago. I saw that same last run message and the rest is history. I told Rob at the time I tried his he was pure evil. I was right ;-) Cheers, Dave On 9/1/07, Bob Sullivan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dave, Good for you! They are truely heavy beasts, but worth it. Rob enabled me with some wide open night time shots of Sydney. Then the US importer announced LAST RUN in K-MOUNT. I sent money... You'll love it. (Thanks Rob) Regards, Bob S. On 9/1/07, Digital Image Studio [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 01/09/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day All, I picked up a package from the post office today that contained (largish page ~ 880kb): http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/V125/V125.htm I have to say I'm very impressed. LOL., it looks so, don't forget to try it wide open, and at night ;-) It's nice to own a good lens. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
I don't know what the hell is going on. One of the shots I mentioned the other day that had been declined (the sunset shot), I resubmitted, and it has now been accepted. ??? Cheers, Dave On 9/1/07, John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: SD and CF
On 02/09/07, John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I asked about that when I bought my K10D, thinking I could use the adapter for my *ist-D. The guy at the camera store told me they weren't very reliable. And I wonder if they'd work with SDHC cards? Mine certainly hasn't been unreliable though I don't use it continuously, I wonder if he confused compatibility with reliability? I doubt many would be SDHC compatible. -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://picasaweb.google.com/distudio/PESO http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
maybe this discussion has prompted more voters among the photographers, or maybe more positive voting? who knows. Glad to hear your photo got in though. rg2 On 9/1/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't know what the hell is going on. One of the shots I mentioned the other day that had been declined (the sunset shot), I resubmitted, and it has now been accepted. ??? Cheers, Dave On 9/1/07, John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- 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: Pentax Gallery voting
Yes! J --- John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net Yahoo! oneSearch: Finally, mobile search that gives answers, not web links. http://mobile.yahoo.com/mobileweb/onesearch?refer=1ONXIC -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PENTAX-DA 17-70mm f/2.8 [IF] SDM release dates?
There is no public information indicating that this lens will be a f:2,8 lens, but there is a lot of unqualified guessing going on. Some say f:4, some say 2,8-4 and so on. Nothing officially on the release date either. Hopefully we will know more after PMA starting 10.09.07. Tim Typo Mostly Harmless - Original Message - From: Roman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: pdml@pdml.net Sent: Saturday, September 01, 2007 4:10 PM Subject: PENTAX-DA 17-70mm f/2.8 [IF] SDM release dates? Any information when 17-70mm f2.8 will be released? I like this range more than 16-45mm which isn't close to shooting portraiture, so I lust after this lense more than any other SDM-features piece of glass, not even 50-135mm nor 16-50mm already in stock. Any information appreciated. I know there's Sigma 17-70mm f2.8-4.5 but I particularly decided to wait for pentax lense... -- new pictures once and again http://roman.blakout.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.13.1/982 - Release Date: 31.08.2007 17:21 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: I Hate My *ist D - Eclipse Photos
That would be just too predictable... Brian Walters wrote: Actually, I was expecting some comment on the conjunction of a moon and Uranus in the one image Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Glad I could be predictable, if it's blue/green however, a physicians care might be in order... Brian Walters wrote: I was waiting for that. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Watch your mouth this is a family list... Brian Walters wrote: Well, it's actually Uranus. I've just taken a look at the sky for 29 August using the program Stellarium and it plots Uranus in exactly the spot (in relation to the moon) where the star is shown on your image. The blue/green colour fits, as well. -- Free pop3 email with a spam filter. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/5 -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
The question should be; Will the judges even see the photo, if the peers vote it out? John Sessoms wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Reversing Ring
Ok, so last night I was playing around with my little reversing ring, and I noticed that while it works on my 50mm, I can't seem to find a distance where anything is in focus for my 135mm lens. Is this only designed for 50mm lenses, or wider angle lenses, or am I just missing something? Would someone please fill in the blank? rg2 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
Digital Image Studio wrote: On 01/09/07, keith_w [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Impressive, except it hasn't been written for the Mac yet. I guess I should have been more specific in that I don't believe that the concepts are new but more so the idea of combining all these processing systems in one tool. Exactly so. For the Mac a similar outcome could be achieved by averaging several images that have been aligned and re-rendered over-sized using a tool such as Hugin. It's just a damn sight more convoluted to acheive essentially the same end. Yessir. The added convenience is worth a lot, I'd say. Perhaps they'll get 'round to making an OSX version some day. thanks, keith -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
The question should be; Will the judges even see the photo, if the peers vote it out? I think not: Your votes are used to sort the images so that the best are presented to the acceptance committee. PENTAX makes the final determination of which images will appear in the Gallery. I'd guess that after a certain number and proportion of negative votes has been met, the judges don't even see a photo. Say, a minimun of ten votes, and 8/10 negative (just an example) and it may just be declined without being seen by the judges. But, just a thought. rg2 On 9/1/07, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The question should be; Will the judges even see the photo, if the peers vote it out? John Sessoms wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- Remember, it's pillage then burn. -- 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 - Framed
very interesting, I like it a great deal. rg2 On 8/28/07, David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very good. Dave On 8/28/07, frank theriault [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://tinyurl.com/2cpb3p http://bp3.blogger.com/_EaTEtfR4WJw/RtQbY12ieaI/Ao0/p93bNgth5mU/s1600-h/aug_27+002.jpg Comments always welcome. cheers, frank -- Sharpness is a bourgeois concept. -Henri Cartier-Bresson -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ Ontario Canada -- 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: The 645
Thank you for the detailed responses, Adam. The 645 series sounds like it would be an excellent choice for me. I think I would tend toward the original 645, as it can be had for less money and it is a manual focus camera. With the various questions I have asked, you have been very helpful. You are an asset to the list :-) Regards, Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 10:13 AM, Adam Maas wrote: The handling of the 645N and 645NII are superb (Better than my Mamiya's, Although I do like the Mamiya 645AFDII even more), the original 645 is IMHO compromised by the use of the ME Super 2-button interface (I'm not a big fan) but still handles well overall. Build is plastic-covered metal, which is the norm for 645-format SLR's. 645's are the weight of a pro 35mm SLR, and only somewhat bulkier. They're very handholdable, I regularly handhold down to 1/60th with my old M645, and have tried the 645 Super at 1/30th (roll is still in the camera, so we'll see). The Pentax 645's are every bit as handholdable as my Mamiya's. You aren't into tripod-only territory with either of the Pentax MF SLR's. Only the Mamiya RB RZ's are truly tripod-bound (Although it's probably a good idea with a Bronica GS as well) -Adam Glen Tortorella wrote: Thank you for your thoughts, Adam. Medium format is an intriguing option. I will continue to ponder the matter. How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? Does the design include any plastic (like the top plate on my Super Program) or is it all metal? Regards, Glen On Aug 31, 2007, at 8:59 PM, Adam Maas wrote: Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi all, I went to a somewhat local camera shop today to buy film. In one of the used cases sat a Pentax 645. It looked like it was in nice shape, and it came with a lens...I am not sure which one, though. Anyway, they are asking $560 for it. I have had at least some interest in the medium format domain ever since I saw my friend's Hasselblad back in 1997. Since it seems like an expensive pursuit, I have held out on buying a medium format setup. Any comments, folks? I know little about this type of photography, and I would appreciate any comments--either about the features of the 645 itself, or about medium format photography (i.e. associated issues and things to keep in mind). Thanks, Glen Nice kit, a bit pricey, unless it's an N or NII(AF body). I'm a fan of the 645 format. It's big enough to get a really noticable quality boost over 35mm, but the camera's aren't any heavier than a 35mm pro AF body like an F5 or EOS 1v. I actually just picked up a Mamiya 645 Super kit today, for $800cdn off a friend. Got the 45/2.8, 80/2.8, 150/3.5, the body, AE prism N, Winder N, a standard prism, 2 backs and 3 inserts (2x120, 1x220). Quite a good price, and it replaces my older M645 which is back in the shop (I also own a 55/2.8 N and another 80/2.8 along with a prism for my older 645). The Pentax units have several features built-in that are accessories on the Mamiya and Bronica 645's (Metering prisms, winders, backs). This is generally a plus for the metering and winding, but the individual backs are a bonus (that's one reason I upgraded to a Super from my M645, some Mamiya bodies, including the M645, have integrated backs like the P645, the others being increased reliability and the price was right). -Adam -- 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: Reversing Ring
The focus point is somewhere within the body of the lens on a 135mm. Rebekah wrote: Ok, so last night I was playing around with my little reversing ring, and I noticed that while it works on my 50mm, I can't seem to find a distance where anything is in focus for my 135mm lens. Is this only designed for 50mm lenses, or wider angle lenses, or am I just missing something? Would someone please fill in the blank? rg2 -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
About Bob Shell
I don't know the whole facts in the case, (only what I've read on the Internet), and I reserver comment... http://theonlinephotographer.typepad.com/the_online_photographer/blog_index.html -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
From: keith_w Digital Image Studio wrote: http://www.photoacute.com/studio/index.html Impressive, except it hasn't been written for the Mac yet. When I first looked at it, it appeared to be Mac *ONLY*, since it has the Mac's two-faced logo. Looking more closely however, it's available for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. But that closer examination also indicates it's $119 for the Professional version required for DSLRs and RAW support. Unfortunately, that Professional version only supports the Pentax K100D, and at that, only for 3 lenses, two of which are *NOT* Pentax lenses. Don't see where it'd be much help preparing images for Pentax Gallery submission. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Who's in Chicago?
Mark Cassino wrote: Kalamazoo is just 150 miles out of out of Chicago - depending on traffic and construction 2.5 - 3.5 hour drive. My wife and I often pop in for a day at the the Art Institute. I'd schlep over if you were in town. I did some work at Roosevelt University and lived down on the loop for a few months, and always like visiting the city. At this point I'm about 99% certain that I will be going. It's important enough that even if my department can't foot the whole bill I'll make up the difference myself. It's September 30 through October 3. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: AOVCalculator
Unfortunately you can't vary the input for focal length in your formulas, which is the whole point to comparing different AOVs of particular focal lengths on different formats. It's complicated by the fact that different nominal focal lengths in fisheye lenses give equivalent results. Just in Pentax we have 3 full frame 35mm format fisheye lenses with different focal lengths, (M42 Takumar 18mm f11, [K]17mm f4.0 A 16mm f2.8, not to mention the fisheye zooms), each delivering ~180º diagonally, and ~110º horizontally. The image mapping is anything but linear, which makes AOV calculations for different formats approximate at best. However based on experimentation and known lens focal lengths You can compare lens coverages on other formats, (but not AOV). For example, a 17mm lens is the equivalent of a 35mm lens on 6x7 and behold Pentax made a 17mm fisheye for 35mm and a 35mm fisheye for 6x7, 16mm on 35mm is the equivalent of a 10mm lens on the Pentax APS-C sensor digitals, and loh Pentax makes a 10-17mm fisheye zoom for APS-C. Digital Image Studio wrote: On 01/09/2007, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: (Just out of curiosity, what's the formula for fisheye lenses? It would be neat if there was a check box for that) From a spread sheet I wrote a while back: VAOV (in degrees) =image height /(image width^2 + image height^2)^0.5x180 HAOV (in degrees) =image width/(image width^2 + image height^2)^0.5x180 It was my own derivation so be warned ;-) -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
Yes! I would certainly hope so. Is you answer based on any communications with the gallery? Kenneth Waller http://tinyurl.com/272u2f - Original Message - From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Pentax Gallery voting Yes! J --- John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
maybe this discussion has prompted more voters among the photographers, or maybe more positive voting? More likely it's showing the randomness of the process. If it was a truly bad images I would like to believe it would not have been accepted the second time around. Kenneth Waller http://tinyurl.com/272u2f - Original Message - From: Rebekah [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Pentax Gallery voting maybe this discussion has prompted more voters among the photographers, or maybe more positive voting? who knows. Glad to hear your photo got in though. rg2 On 9/1/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't know what the hell is going on. One of the shots I mentioned the other day that had been declined (the sunset shot), I resubmitted, and it has now been accepted. ??? Cheers, Dave On 9/1/07, John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645 (and Mamiya)
Hi Adam, I see you mention your Mamiya, but I forgot to ask: have you ever tried Mamiya's 35mm cameras? Overall, what do you think of them? The ZM, which I believe was their last 35mm, looks interesting. I gather it might be tough to find one in nice condition, as black camera bodies tend to get pretty scuffed up. Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 10:13 AM, Adam Maas wrote: The handling of the 645N and 645NII are superb (Better than my Mamiya's, Although I do like the Mamiya 645AFDII even more), the original 645 is IMHO compromised by the use of the ME Super 2-button interface (I'm not a big fan) but still handles well overall. Build is plastic-covered metal, which is the norm for 645-format SLR's. 645's are the weight of a pro 35mm SLR, and only somewhat bulkier. They're very handholdable, I regularly handhold down to 1/60th with my old M645, and have tried the 645 Super at 1/30th (roll is still in the camera, so we'll see). The Pentax 645's are every bit as handholdable as my Mamiya's. You aren't into tripod-only territory with either of the Pentax MF SLR's. Only the Mamiya RB RZ's are truly tripod-bound (Although it's probably a good idea with a Bronica GS as well) -Adam Glen Tortorella wrote: Thank you for your thoughts, Adam. Medium format is an intriguing option. I will continue to ponder the matter. How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? Does the design include any plastic (like the top plate on my Super Program) or is it all metal? Regards, Glen On Aug 31, 2007, at 8:59 PM, Adam Maas wrote: Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi all, I went to a somewhat local camera shop today to buy film. In one of the used cases sat a Pentax 645. It looked like it was in nice shape, and it came with a lens...I am not sure which one, though. Anyway, they are asking $560 for it. I have had at least some interest in the medium format domain ever since I saw my friend's Hasselblad back in 1997. Since it seems like an expensive pursuit, I have held out on buying a medium format setup. Any comments, folks? I know little about this type of photography, and I would appreciate any comments--either about the features of the 645 itself, or about medium format photography (i.e. associated issues and things to keep in mind). Thanks, Glen Nice kit, a bit pricey, unless it's an N or NII(AF body). I'm a fan of the 645 format. It's big enough to get a really noticable quality boost over 35mm, but the camera's aren't any heavier than a 35mm pro AF body like an F5 or EOS 1v. I actually just picked up a Mamiya 645 Super kit today, for $800cdn off a friend. Got the 45/2.8, 80/2.8, 150/3.5, the body, AE prism N, Winder N, a standard prism, 2 backs and 3 inserts (2x120, 1x220). Quite a good price, and it replaces my older M645 which is back in the shop (I also own a 55/2.8 N and another 80/2.8 along with a prism for my older 645). The Pentax units have several features built-in that are accessories on the Mamiya and Bronica 645's (Metering prisms, winders, backs). This is generally a plus for the metering and winding, but the individual backs are a bonus (that's one reason I upgraded to a Super from my M645, some Mamiya bodies, including the M645, have integrated backs like the P645, the others being increased reliability and the price was right). -Adam -- 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: Reversing Ring
On Sat, 1 Sep 2007 12:41:03 -0400, Rebekah wrote Ok, so last night I was playing around with my little reversing ring, and I noticed that while it works on my 50mm, I can't seem to find a distance where anything is in focus for my 135mm lens. Is this only designed for 50mm lenses, or wider angle lenses, or am I just missing something? Would someone please fill in the blank? rg2 I find best results with a 50mm or wider, prefering the larger magnification of a 28mm reversed. John The information transmitted is intended only for the person to whom it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. If you have received an email in error please notify Carmel College on [EMAIL PROTECTED] then delete all copies of it from your systems. Although Carmel College scans incoming and outgoing emails and email attachments for viruses we cannot guarantee a communication to be free of all viruses nor accept any responsibility for viruses. Although Carmel College monitors incoming and outgoing emails for inappropriate content, the college cannot be held responsible for the views or expressions of the author. The views expressed may not necessarily be those of Carmel College and Carmel College cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury resulting from the contents of a message. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
No, it's only based on my reading of the original announcement and recollection of the associated workings..as I remember them. 8-0 duh Jack --- Kenneth Waller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes! I would certainly hope so. Is you answer based on any communications with the gallery? Kenneth Waller http://tinyurl.com/272u2f - Original Message - From: Jack Davis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Pentax Gallery voting Yes! J --- John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net Moody friends. Drama queens. Your life? Nope! - their life, your story. Play Sims Stories at Yahoo! Games. http://sims.yahoo.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: The 645 (and Mamiya)
I can say one thing, the earlier M42 Mamiya bodies were crude bricks compared to Pentax Spotmatics. jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Glen Tortorella Sent: Saturday, September 01, 2007 2:06 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The 645 (and Mamiya) Hi Adam, I see you mention your Mamiya, but I forgot to ask: have you ever tried Mamiya's 35mm cameras? Overall, what do you think of them? The ZM, which I believe was their last 35mm, looks interesting. I gather it might be tough to find one in nice condition, as black camera bodies tend to get pretty scuffed up. Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 10:13 AM, Adam Maas wrote: The handling of the 645N and 645NII are superb (Better than my Mamiya's, Although I do like the Mamiya 645AFDII even more), the original 645 is IMHO compromised by the use of the ME Super 2-button interface (I'm not a big fan) but still handles well overall. Build is plastic-covered metal, which is the norm for 645-format SLR's. 645's are the weight of a pro 35mm SLR, and only somewhat bulkier. They're very handholdable, I regularly handhold down to 1/60th with my old M645, and have tried the 645 Super at 1/30th (roll is still in the camera, so we'll see). The Pentax 645's are every bit as handholdable as my Mamiya's. You aren't into tripod-only territory with either of the Pentax MF SLR's. Only the Mamiya RB RZ's are truly tripod-bound (Although it's probably a good idea with a Bronica GS as well) -Adam Glen Tortorella wrote: Thank you for your thoughts, Adam. Medium format is an intriguing option. I will continue to ponder the matter. How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? Does the design include any plastic (like the top plate on my Super Program) or is it all metal? Regards, Glen On Aug 31, 2007, at 8:59 PM, Adam Maas wrote: Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi all, I went to a somewhat local camera shop today to buy film. In one of the used cases sat a Pentax 645. It looked like it was in nice shape, and it came with a lens...I am not sure which one, though. Anyway, they are asking $560 for it. I have had at least some interest in the medium format domain ever since I saw my friend's Hasselblad back in 1997. Since it seems like an expensive pursuit, I have held out on buying a medium format setup. Any comments, folks? I know little about this type of photography, and I would appreciate any comments--either about the features of the 645 itself, or about medium format photography (i.e. associated issues and things to keep in mind). Thanks, Glen Nice kit, a bit pricey, unless it's an N or NII(AF body). I'm a fan of the 645 format. It's big enough to get a really noticable quality boost over 35mm, but the camera's aren't any heavier than a 35mm pro AF body like an F5 or EOS 1v. I actually just picked up a Mamiya 645 Super kit today, for $800cdn off a friend. Got the 45/2.8, 80/2.8, 150/3.5, the body, AE prism N, Winder N, a standard prism, 2 backs and 3 inserts (2x120, 1x220). Quite a good price, and it replaces my older M645 which is back in the shop (I also own a 55/2.8 N and another 80/2.8 along with a prism for my older 645). The Pentax units have several features built-in that are accessories on the Mamiya and Bronica 645's (Metering prisms, winders, backs). This is generally a plus for the metering and winding, but the individual backs are a bonus (that's one reason I upgraded to a Super from my M645, some Mamiya bodies, including the M645, have integrated backs like the P645, the others being increased reliability and the price was right). -Adam -- 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 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645 (and Mamiya)
Mamiya seems to have changed lens mounts on their 35mm cameras the way you're supposed to change tooth brushes, and the earlier lenses were often completely incompatible. Good luck find lenses for the later bayonet mount cameras, though when you do find them they are inexpensive. The shutter mechanisms seem to need more care than equivalent age Pentax cameras as well. Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi Adam, I see you mention your Mamiya, but I forgot to ask: have you ever tried Mamiya's 35mm cameras? Overall, what do you think of them? The ZM, which I believe was their last 35mm, looks interesting. I gather it might be tough to find one in nice condition, as black camera bodies tend to get pretty scuffed up. Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 10:13 AM, Adam Maas wrote: The handling of the 645N and 645NII are superb (Better than my Mamiya's, Although I do like the Mamiya 645AFDII even more), the original 645 is IMHO compromised by the use of the ME Super 2-button interface (I'm not a big fan) but still handles well overall. Build is plastic-covered metal, which is the norm for 645-format SLR's. 645's are the weight of a pro 35mm SLR, and only somewhat bulkier. They're very handholdable, I regularly handhold down to 1/60th with my old M645, and have tried the 645 Super at 1/30th (roll is still in the camera, so we'll see). The Pentax 645's are every bit as handholdable as my Mamiya's. You aren't into tripod-only territory with either of the Pentax MF SLR's. Only the Mamiya RB RZ's are truly tripod-bound (Although it's probably a good idea with a Bronica GS as well) -Adam Glen Tortorella wrote: Thank you for your thoughts, Adam. Medium format is an intriguing option. I will continue to ponder the matter. How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? Does the design include any plastic (like the top plate on my Super Program) or is it all metal? Regards, Glen On Aug 31, 2007, at 8:59 PM, Adam Maas wrote: Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi all, I went to a somewhat local camera shop today to buy film. In one of the used cases sat a Pentax 645. It looked like it was in nice shape, and it came with a lens...I am not sure which one, though. Anyway, they are asking $560 for it. I have had at least some interest in the medium format domain ever since I saw my friend's Hasselblad back in 1997. Since it seems like an expensive pursuit, I have held out on buying a medium format setup. Any comments, folks? I know little about this type of photography, and I would appreciate any comments--either about the features of the 645 itself, or about medium format photography (i.e. associated issues and things to keep in mind). Thanks, Glen Nice kit, a bit pricey, unless it's an N or NII(AF body). I'm a fan of the 645 format. It's big enough to get a really noticable quality boost over 35mm, but the camera's aren't any heavier than a 35mm pro AF body like an F5 or EOS 1v. I actually just picked up a Mamiya 645 Super kit today, for $800cdn off a friend. Got the 45/2.8, 80/2.8, 150/3.5, the body, AE prism N, Winder N, a standard prism, 2 backs and 3 inserts (2x120, 1x220). Quite a good price, and it replaces my older M645 which is back in the shop (I also own a 55/2.8 N and another 80/2.8 along with a prism for my older 645). The Pentax units have several features built-in that are accessories on the Mamiya and Bronica 645's (Metering prisms, winders, backs). This is generally a plus for the metering and winding, but the individual backs are a bonus (that's one reason I upgraded to a Super from my M645, some Mamiya bodies, including the M645, have integrated backs like the P645, the others being increased reliability and the price was right). -Adam -- 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 -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645 (and Mamiya)
- Original Message - From: Glen Tortorella Subject: Re: The 645 (and Mamiya) Hi Adam, I see you mention your Mamiya, but I forgot to ask: have you ever tried Mamiya's 35mm cameras? Overall, what do you think of them? The ZM, which I believe was their last 35mm, looks interesting. I gather it might be tough to find one in nice condition, as black camera bodies tend to get pretty scuffed up. Mamiya 35mm was a failed project. The lenses were at best only ok, and the camera bodies were, at best, really bad. If you are into self abuse, then 35mm Mamiya cameras might be for you. I'll take a nice spanking from a middle aged lady first. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
pentax bodies with spot metering mode
What would be my options for a cheaply available pentax slr body with a spot metering mode that works with manual focus lenses? Other features are mostly irrelevant. Thanks, Pedro -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Reversing Ring
thanks guys :o) rg2 On 9/1/07, John Whittingham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sat, 1 Sep 2007 12:41:03 -0400, Rebekah wrote Ok, so last night I was playing around with my little reversing ring, and I noticed that while it works on my 50mm, I can't seem to find a distance where anything is in focus for my 135mm lens. Is this only designed for 50mm lenses, or wider angle lenses, or am I just missing something? Would someone please fill in the blank? rg2 I find best results with a 50mm or wider, prefering the larger magnification of a 28mm reversed. John The information transmitted is intended only for the person to whom it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. If you have received an email in error please notify Carmel College on [EMAIL PROTECTED] then delete all copies of it from your systems. Although Carmel College scans incoming and outgoing emails and email attachments for viruses we cannot guarantee a communication to be free of all viruses nor accept any responsibility for viruses. Although Carmel College monitors incoming and outgoing emails for inappropriate content, the college cannot be held responsible for the views or expressions of the author. The views expressed may not necessarily be those of Carmel College and Carmel College cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury resulting from the contents of a message. -- 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: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
Not sure what you mean, Keith. I'm downloading the Photo Acute Studio package for Mac OS X right now... G On Sep 1, 2007, at 6:14 AM, keith_w wrote: Digital Image Studio wrote: http://www.photoacute.com/studio/index.html Impressive, except it hasn't been written for the Mac yet. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
It's kinda like DxO software. I download and check this stuff out but never seem to end up using it. Godfrey On Sep 1, 2007, at 10:14 AM, John Sessoms wrote: From: keith_w Digital Image Studio wrote: http://www.photoacute.com/studio/index.html Impressive, except it hasn't been written for the Mac yet. When I first looked at it, it appeared to be Mac *ONLY*, since it has the Mac's two-faced logo. Looking more closely however, it's available for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux. But that closer examination also indicates it's $119 for the Professional version required for DSLRs and RAW support. Unfortunately, that Professional version only supports the Pentax K100D, and at that, only for 3 lenses, two of which are *NOT* Pentax lenses. Don't see where it'd be much help preparing images for Pentax Gallery submission. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
Yes, image integration has been around for a long time and has even been done with film - without scanning! It can bring out features to dim to be readily seen because of film grain (or digital noise) can enhance resolution. What it does for film in regards to grain can be quite amazing. I use it in astro photography - every time. I use a free program called Registack to accomplish this stacking. I shoot through 3 or 4 filters to a BW CCD, perhaps 60 shots each filter (color) , stack them and assemble the 3 (or 4) resulting frames (layers) in Photoshop. Regards, Bob... Life isn't like a box of chocolates . . it's more like a jar of jalapenos. What you do today, might burn your butt tomorrow. - Original Message - From: keith_w [EMAIL PROTECTED] Digital Image Studio wrote: On 01/09/07, keith_w [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Impressive, except it hasn't been written for the Mac yet. I guess I should have been more specific in that I don't believe that the concepts are new but more so the idea of combining all these processing systems in one tool. Exactly so. For the Mac a similar outcome could be achieved by averaging several images that have been aligned and re-rendered over-sized using a tool such as Hugin. It's just a damn sight more convoluted to acheive essentially the same end. Yessir. The added convenience is worth a lot, I'd say. Perhaps they'll get 'round to making an OSX version some day. thanks, keith -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645
I bought a 645 and a 75 mm f2.8 lens for about $500 a few years ago from KEH (before film really started to go away. I checked KEH and you can do better now. My 645 body was a bargain one and it's in great condition. (Bargain is a rating level for KEH) I wouldn't hesitate to buy one in this condition. I did get an excellent lens. My dealings with KEH have been very good. Steve Glen Tortorella [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/1/2007 1:11 PM Thank you for the detailed responses, Adam. The 645 series sounds like it would be an excellent choice for me. I think I would tend toward the original 645, as it can be had for less money and it is a manual focus camera. With the various questions I have asked, you have been very helpful. You are an asset to the list :-) Regards, Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 10:13 AM, Adam Maas wrote: The handling of the 645N and 645NII are superb (Better than my Mamiya's, Although I do like the Mamiya 645AFDII even more), the original 645 is IMHO compromised by the use of the ME Super 2-button interface (I'm not a big fan) but still handles well overall. Build is plastic-covered metal, which is the norm for 645-format SLR's. 645's are the weight of a pro 35mm SLR, and only somewhat bulkier. They're very handholdable, I regularly handhold down to 1/60th with my old M645, and have tried the 645 Super at 1/30th (roll is still in the camera, so we'll see). The Pentax 645's are every bit as handholdable as my Mamiya's. You aren't into tripod-only territory with either of the Pentax MF SLR's. Only the Mamiya RB RZ's are truly tripod-bound (Although it's probably a good idea with a Bronica GS as well) -Adam Glen Tortorella wrote: Thank you for your thoughts, Adam. Medium format is an intriguing option. I will continue to ponder the matter. How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? Does the design include any plastic (like the top plate on my Super Program) or is it all metal? Regards, Glen On Aug 31, 2007, at 8:59 PM, Adam Maas wrote: Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi all, I went to a somewhat local camera shop today to buy film. In one of the used cases sat a Pentax 645. It looked like it was in nice shape, and it came with a lens...I am not sure which one, though. Anyway, they are asking $560 for it. I have had at least some interest in the medium format domain ever since I saw my friend's Hasselblad back in 1997. Since it seems like an expensive pursuit, I have held out on buying a medium format setup. Any comments, folks? I know little about this type of photography, and I would appreciate any comments--either about the features of the 645 itself, or about medium format photography (i.e. associated issues and things to keep in mind). Thanks, Glen Nice kit, a bit pricey, unless it's an N or NII(AF body). I'm a fan of the 645 format. It's big enough to get a really noticable quality boost over 35mm, but the camera's aren't any heavier than a 35mm pro AF body like an F5 or EOS 1v. I actually just picked up a Mamiya 645 Super kit today, for $800cdn off a friend. Got the 45/2.8, 80/2.8, 150/3.5, the body, AE prism N, Winder N, a standard prism, 2 backs and 3 inserts (2x120, 1x220). Quite a good price, and it replaces my older M645 which is back in the shop (I also own a 55/2.8 N and another 80/2.8 along with a prism for my older 645). The Pentax units have several features built-in that are accessories on the Mamiya and Bronica 645's (Metering prisms, winders, backs). This is generally a plus for the metering and winding, but the individual backs are a bonus (that's one reason I upgraded to a Super from my M645, some Mamiya bodies, including the M645, have integrated backs like the P645, the others being increased reliability and the price was right). -Adam -- 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 !SIG:46d99c7b196701859165467! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: pentax bodies with spot metering mode
All Pentax DSLRs to date support a spot metering mode, and all work with manual focus lenses. G On Sep 1, 2007, at 12:00 PM, P R Figueiredo wrote: What would be my options for a cheaply available pentax slr body with a spot metering mode that works with manual focus lenses? Other features are mostly irrelevant. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645
On Sep 1, 2007, at 7:09 AM, Glen Tortorella wrote: ... How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? ... Adam's contributed on this already, but I have to say that one of the reasons I like the 645 so much is that it handles beautifully hand- held. Better than a lot of 35mm SLRs. It has a nice big grip and the mirror/shutter is very very smooth. However, that said, I tend to use the 645 on a tripod most of the time anyway. I like that they put tripod mounts on both side and bottom ... I fitted mine with a pair of Really Right Stuff tripod adapters so I can go from portrait to landscape orientation in a second. Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
P. J. Alling wrote: The question should be; Will the judges even see the photo, if the peers vote it out? My understanding is that the peers can't actually vote it out. In other words, the peer voting is used to give some rough prioritizing before the judges do their thing. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: The 645 (and Mamiya)
I cant speak for all the Mamiya 35mm lens series, but the SX (M42) series 35mm lenses are all optically superb but mechanically lame. They make good users on a budget if you dont mind the inferior feel they have compared to the takumars. The bodies of that era were all really bad clunkers as I posted earlier. I have a bunch of the SX lenses that take fantastic film images but onc caveat is you cant use them easily on digital because they lack manual aperture modes... jco -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of William Robb Sent: Saturday, September 01, 2007 2:55 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: The 645 (and Mamiya) - Original Message - From: Glen Tortorella Subject: Re: The 645 (and Mamiya) Hi Adam, I see you mention your Mamiya, but I forgot to ask: have you ever tried Mamiya's 35mm cameras? Overall, what do you think of them? The ZM, which I believe was their last 35mm, looks interesting. I gather it might be tough to find one in nice condition, as black camera bodies tend to get pretty scuffed up. Mamiya 35mm was a failed project. The lenses were at best only ok, and the camera bodies were, at best, really bad. If you are into self abuse, then 35mm Mamiya cameras might be for you. I'll take a nice spanking from a middle aged lady first. 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: The 645
Thank you, Godfrey, et. al. :-) Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 3:59 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: On Sep 1, 2007, at 7:09 AM, Glen Tortorella wrote: ... How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? ... Adam's contributed on this already, but I have to say that one of the reasons I like the 645 so much is that it handles beautifully hand- held. Better than a lot of 35mm SLRs. It has a nice big grip and the mirror/shutter is very very smooth. However, that said, I tend to use the 645 on a tripod most of the time anyway. I like that they put tripod mounts on both side and bottom ... I fitted mine with a pair of Really Right Stuff tripod adapters so I can go from portrait to landscape orientation in a second. Godfrey -- 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: Pentax Gallery voting
Indeed, that's it exactly. From: P. J. Alling The question should be; Will the judges even see the photo, if the peers vote it out? John Sessoms wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: pentax bodies with spot metering mode
Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: All Pentax DSLRs to date support a spot metering mode, and all work with manual focus lenses. Ouch, my mistake... Somehow I managed to forget to say I was looking for a film camera body. Living in the past and all that. Thanks, anyway. I know I should have mentioned this in the first place. Pedro -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: pentax bodies with spot metering mode
P R Figueiredo wrote: What would be my options for a cheaply available pentax slr body with a spot metering mode that works with manual focus lenses? Other features are mostly irrelevant. You mean a film body? If you want a body with a separately selectable spot-metering mode, you really only have 3 or 4 options. I suspect the MZ-5/ZX-5 will be the cheapest of them. There are also a number of bodies that will switch to spot metering when you press the hyper button in hyper manual mode (they otherwise used center-weighted or multi-segment metering.) These include the SF-7, (P)Z-20, (P)-Z20 and MZ-6/ZX-L. The SF and Z/PZ bodies in particular should cost you next to nothing used. All these are AF bodies that have full support for all Pentax K-mount lenses. I don't think there is a fully manual body with a spot meter. For more details, consult http://www.bdimitrov.de/kmp/ - as usual. Thanks, Pedro -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
New In Box 28-70 f/4.0
I stopped by Pittsburgh's only remaining independent camera store today. It's as chaotic as ever, but full of interesting stuff (stock that they've had - and not been able to sell - since around 1970, for example. They've been mainly Canon/Nikon ever since I've lived here, keeping just a few old Pentax items on stock, beacuse they are officially a dealer. I noticed that they're now carrying the K100D. And right next to the new K100D on the shelf were TWO new-in-the-box FA 28-70 f/4.0 lenses! I didn't check for the element separation problem (though they *are* still in warranty!) but I asked the price. $199.00 if anyone's interested. They would probably fetch more than that on eBay... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645
From: Steve Desjardins I bought a 645 and a 75 mm f2.8 lens for about $500 a few years ago from KEH (before film really started to go away. I checked KEH and you can do better now. My 645 body was a bargain one and it's in great condition. (Bargain is a rating level for KEH) I wouldn't hesitate to buy one in this condition. I did get an excellent lens. My dealings with KEH have been very good. I can second that. KEH's ratings are very, very conservative. What KEH calls Bargain, most others would call Very Good. In fact, I've received items KEH rated Bargain that they could have legitimately rated Excellent by their own published standards. Their Bargain really IS a bargain. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645
Hi Steve, I just searched at KEH for the outfit you have mentioned. The outfit price is $394 in EX and $514 in EX+. When they makes these designations, they mean that both the camera and lens are in this condition? If so, this camera and lens stand to be in better shape than yours, as your body was a BGN condition?... Before I forget: does KEH include the little things in their outfits--lens caps, manual, etc.--or is it purely body and lens? Thanks, Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 3:48 PM, Steve Desjardins wrote: I bought a 645 and a 75 mm f2.8 lens for about $500 a few years ago from KEH (before film really started to go away. I checked KEH and you can do better now. My 645 body was a bargain one and it's in great condition. (Bargain is a rating level for KEH) I wouldn't hesitate to buy one in this condition. I did get an excellent lens. My dealings with KEH have been very good. Steve Glen Tortorella [EMAIL PROTECTED] 9/1/2007 1:11 PM Thank you for the detailed responses, Adam. The 645 series sounds like it would be an excellent choice for me. I think I would tend toward the original 645, as it can be had for less money and it is a manual focus camera. With the various questions I have asked, you have been very helpful. You are an asset to the list :-) Regards, Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 10:13 AM, Adam Maas wrote: The handling of the 645N and 645NII are superb (Better than my Mamiya's, Although I do like the Mamiya 645AFDII even more), the original 645 is IMHO compromised by the use of the ME Super 2-button interface (I'm not a big fan) but still handles well overall. Build is plastic-covered metal, which is the norm for 645-format SLR's. 645's are the weight of a pro 35mm SLR, and only somewhat bulkier. They're very handholdable, I regularly handhold down to 1/60th with my old M645, and have tried the 645 Super at 1/30th (roll is still in the camera, so we'll see). The Pentax 645's are every bit as handholdable as my Mamiya's. You aren't into tripod-only territory with either of the Pentax MF SLR's. Only the Mamiya RB RZ's are truly tripod-bound (Although it's probably a good idea with a Bronica GS as well) -Adam Glen Tortorella wrote: Thank you for your thoughts, Adam. Medium format is an intriguing option. I will continue to ponder the matter. How do you like handling the 645 (i.e. the feel of it)? Is it more of a tripod only type of camera, or may one take good hand-held shots with it? Does the design include any plastic (like the top plate on my Super Program) or is it all metal? Regards, Glen On Aug 31, 2007, at 8:59 PM, Adam Maas wrote: Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi all, I went to a somewhat local camera shop today to buy film. In one of the used cases sat a Pentax 645. It looked like it was in nice shape, and it came with a lens...I am not sure which one, though. Anyway, they are asking $560 for it. I have had at least some interest in the medium format domain ever since I saw my friend's Hasselblad back in 1997. Since it seems like an expensive pursuit, I have held out on buying a medium format setup. Any comments, folks? I know little about this type of photography, and I would appreciate any comments--either about the features of the 645 itself, or about medium format photography (i.e. associated issues and things to keep in mind). Thanks, Glen Nice kit, a bit pricey, unless it's an N or NII(AF body). I'm a fan of the 645 format. It's big enough to get a really noticable quality boost over 35mm, but the camera's aren't any heavier than a 35mm pro AF body like an F5 or EOS 1v. I actually just picked up a Mamiya 645 Super kit today, for $800cdn off a friend. Got the 45/2.8, 80/2.8, 150/3.5, the body, AE prism N, Winder N, a standard prism, 2 backs and 3 inserts (2x120, 1x220). Quite a good price, and it replaces my older M645 which is back in the shop (I also own a 55/2.8 N and another 80/2.8 along with a prism for my older 645). The Pentax units have several features built-in that are accessories on the Mamiya and Bronica 645's (Metering prisms, winders, backs). This is generally a plus for the metering and winding, but the individual backs are a bonus (that's one reason I upgraded to a Super from my M645, some Mamiya bodies, including the M645, have integrated backs like the P645, the others being increased reliability and the price was right). -Adam -- 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 !SIG:46d99c7b196701859165467! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net
Re: pentax bodies with spot metering mode
- Original Message - From: P R Figueiredo Subject: pentax bodies with spot metering mode What would be my options for a cheaply available pentax slr body with a spot metering mode that works with manual focus lenses? Other features are mostly irrelevant. Why not just buy a spot meter? There are several on ebay at the moment. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Biting My Tongue
I was in the only decent camera store in the Detroit area today -- Camera Mart in Pontiac. A man was at the counter with a list of cameras he had downloaded from the internet. He asked about the inexpensive 10 megapixel Canon, whatever it's called, the D40X Nikon, and the Pentax K10D. The counterman showed him the Canon and the Nikon and tried to move him to choose. The customer asked, What about the Pentax. I want to see the Pentax. Well, this store has been stocking some Pentax lately. They pushed a few out the door when they first appeared, and they couldn't ignore them. So the counterman hurriedly checked the Pentax stock and announced he had no K10Ds. (They haven't had them in months as far as I can tell. Then had a few K100s.) Well, he said. The Nikon D40X is newer, so it's a much better camera. I wanted to chime in. But I didn't. Not my job. Paul -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: About Bob Shell
Darn. Apparently the jury didn't reserve comment. Paul On Sep 1, 2007, at 1:14 PM, P. J. Alling wrote: I don't know the whole facts in the case, (only what I've read on the Internet), and I reserver comment... http://theonlinephotographer.typepad.com/the_online_photographer/ blog_index.html -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- 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
OT clarity in RAW
I was looking at the sliders in RAW ( after loading an image in ACR 4.1 in CS3 ). There is one called clarity in the same group as vibrancy and saturation. What is it? Neither of my books show it. I am using the Windows version, their images appear to be from the MAC version. It appears to act as a sophisticated sharpening tool. Any ideas? Thanks Peter -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Biting My Tongue
you should have said something. It's the responsibility of the Pentax enlightened, like youself, to enable all others. grin rg2 On 9/1/07, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was in the only decent camera store in the Detroit area today -- Camera Mart in Pontiac. A man was at the counter with a list of cameras he had downloaded from the internet. He asked about the inexpensive 10 megapixel Canon, whatever it's called, the D40X Nikon, and the Pentax K10D. The counterman showed him the Canon and the Nikon and tried to move him to choose. The customer asked, What about the Pentax. I want to see the Pentax. Well, this store has been stocking some Pentax lately. They pushed a few out the door when they first appeared, and they couldn't ignore them. So the counterman hurriedly checked the Pentax stock and announced he had no K10Ds. (They haven't had them in months as far as I can tell. Then had a few K100s.) Well, he said. The Nikon D40X is newer, so it's a much better camera. I wanted to chime in. But I didn't. Not my job. Paul -- 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: Biting My Tongue
On 01/09/07, Paul Stenquist, discombobulated, unleashed: They pushed a few out the door when they first appeared, and they couldn't ignore them. So the counterman hurriedly checked the Pentax stock and announced he had no K10Ds. (They haven't had them in months as far as I can tell. Then had a few K100s.) Well, he said. The Nikon D40X is newer, so it's a much better camera. I wanted to chime in. But I didn't. Not my job. Paul, you know marketing better than most. You know where the blame lies, and where the shame lies. I don't shoot Pentax anymore, and that's a shame! Best, -- 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
Attn Graywolf
How much celebrating is going on in Boone after the ASU win over Michigan? Bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
Now you are starting to see my complaint. I truly believe that a certain number of no votes will reject it and the judges will not see it. Basically, because the number of artists voting is much larger than the judges, you will always get a subset of them who will vote - luck of the draw on timing. So sometimes, a subset may overall reject a photo and sometimes accept it. That is why I was saying that the type of shooter may adversely effect the rejection. All of my wedding shots that were accepted were before the artist voting, since then, nothing has made it through. Go figure. I'm sure it has to be an amazing shot to get past all the artist voting - and maybe at this stage that is ok - there is quite a bit in the gallery now. -- Best regards, Bruce Saturday, September 1, 2007, 7:48:42 AM, you wrote: DS I don't know what the hell is going on. DS One of the shots I mentioned the other day that had been declined (the DS sunset shot), I resubmitted, and it has now been accepted. DS ??? DS Cheers, DS Dave DS On 9/1/07, John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT Interesting concept in image enhancement
Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: Not sure what you mean, Keith. I'm downloading the Photo Acute Studio package for Mac OS X right now... G What this literalist means is, I went to the site posted below, opened it, and found, under system requirements to mention all manner of Windows operating systems, but no Macs. I quote: System requirements: Windows 9x, Me, NT, 2000, XP, 2003 Pentium-III or Athlon-XP or better processor with SSE support 512 MB RAM (more recommended) 1GB or more RAM recommended for processing RAW images That's what lead me to believe it hadn't been ported for the Mac yet. BAsed on your comments, I did delve further, and found it does support Macs. I'll download the OSX version, soon as I leave here. Thanks for pointing it out! g keith On Sep 1, 2007, at 6:14 AM, keith_w wrote: Digital Image Studio wrote: http://www.photoacute.com/studio/index.html Impressive, except it hasn't been written for the Mac yet. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645
Usually they rate the package as a whole when you buy an outfit. They usually also list whether it includes caps, manual, etc. I always want them to include caps, or I buy them separately at the same time, but manuals are often a different matter entirely. An EXC rating from them means practically new condition. I've bought many a BARGAIN rated item and thought they'd sent the wrong one.. ! If you have any questions, call them before ordering. They're good to deal with. Godfrey On Sep 1, 2007, at 1:32 PM, Glen Tortorella wrote: I just searched at KEH for the outfit you have mentioned. The outfit price is $394 in EX and $514 in EX+. When they makes these designations, they mean that both the camera and lens are in this condition? If so, this camera and lens stand to be in better shape than yours, as your body was a BGN condition?... Before I forget: does KEH include the little things in their outfits--lens caps, manual, etc.--or is it purely body and lens? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: pentax bodies with spot metering mode
You can probably get the MZ-6/ZX-L or the Z-50p fairly cheaply both offer spot metering with K and M series lenses, and are not it particularly high demand... P R Figueiredo wrote: What would be my options for a cheaply available pentax slr body with a spot metering mode that works with manual focus lenses? Other features are mostly irrelevant. Thanks, Pedro -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
On Sat, Sep 01, 2007 at 04:07:44PM -0400, Mark Roberts wrote: P. J. Alling wrote: The question should be; Will the judges even see the photo, if the peers vote it out? My understanding is that the peers can't actually vote it out. In other words, the peer voting is used to give some rough prioritizing before the judges do their thing. How does that square with the almost instantaneous rejections? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Biting My Tongue
At occasions like these, if I have the K10D with me, I pull it out of the bag and set it on the counter feigning interest in something that will fit it. That usually sparks a conversation. Most people, as soon as they handle the K10D with the DA21 or FA43 fitted to it, wonder why the very compact Nikon and Canon cameras feel bulky and cheap ... cheap shot, but it's fun. I don't, however, have any illusions about obligations to sell Pentax gear. I don't sell it, I just answer questions if they arise. It sells itself given a moment that people can see it. G -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: About Bob Shell
I don't know all of the facts in the case, but violent felons have received lessor sentences for murder than the 37 years that seems to be the jury recommendation here. Seems somehow out of proportion for involuntary manslaughter. Paul Stenquist wrote: Darn. Apparently the jury didn't reserve comment. Paul On Sep 1, 2007, at 1:14 PM, P. J. Alling wrote: I don't know the whole facts in the case, (only what I've read on the Internet), and I reserver comment... http://theonlinephotographer.typepad.com/the_online_photographer/ blog_index.html -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Remember, it’s pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
If a certain number of votes rejects an image before it gets to the judges, I think it would be good if there were some requirements to be met before one could vote. I signed up, and suddenly have the power to vote, so this suggests that anyone could simply sign up and start negatively voting everyone's photos. Perhaps after a photographer has had a certain number of photos accepted into the gallery? I don't know, but I really don't believe that such power should be handed out to anyone. rg2 On 9/1/07, Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now you are starting to see my complaint. I truly believe that a certain number of no votes will reject it and the judges will not see it. Basically, because the number of artists voting is much larger than the judges, you will always get a subset of them who will vote - luck of the draw on timing. So sometimes, a subset may overall reject a photo and sometimes accept it. That is why I was saying that the type of shooter may adversely effect the rejection. All of my wedding shots that were accepted were before the artist voting, since then, nothing has made it through. Go figure. I'm sure it has to be an amazing shot to get past all the artist voting - and maybe at this stage that is ok - there is quite a bit in the gallery now. -- Best regards, Bruce Saturday, September 1, 2007, 7:48:42 AM, you wrote: DS I don't know what the hell is going on. DS One of the shots I mentioned the other day that had been declined (the DS sunset shot), I resubmitted, and it has now been accepted. DS ??? DS Cheers, DS Dave DS On 9/1/07, John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- 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: Pentax Gallery voting
I had a conversation with John Carlson a while back regards the Pentax Photo Gallery submission voting process because I had/have misgivings about it and am very uncomfortable. This is an excerpt from his reply: --- We are using the voting process to help limit the number of images we have to review. Even without promotion of the site, we are receiving more images than we can review with our current manpower. Once this site is openly promoted and advertised, the number of images submitted will only increase. We have no intention of making this an exclusive site with a limited number of photographers, but we also want the best images. Some images are declined automatically once they meet a certain criteria determined by Pentax. Currently, the thresholds are set extremely low. An image must have at least 20 votes, with less than 25% of those favorable, to be automatically declined. Unfortunately, this may lead to some good images being declined, but for the first two weeks we have had this system in place, the voters have been relatively accurate in their opinions. As we receive more images, and more voters, we can adjust the thresholds up or down to make sure we are looking at the best images. I imagine as the site is promoted and more artists are added, we will have to increase the thresholds. Ultimately, Pentax makes the final decision on images accepted to the gallery. It is still a matter of the judging committee looking at a large number of images, and selecting pictures that show the best of what Pentax equipment and photographers can do. There have been images that have received a large number of positive votes that we have declined, just as there has been images with few positive votes that we have accepted. --- I continue to be uncomfortable with voting on other people's submissions, and do not. I batch up 10-30 photos at a time, as mood and time permits, and upload them for review. The majority are declined, a few get in. They've accepted 23 of what must now be 140-180 submitted photos. How they select them, ultimately, is their business ... as with any other exhibition judging and curating. My business is to submit work that I am happy with and let them do their thing. I'm happy with the opportunity to have some of my work presented on their web gallery. Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT clarity in RAW
On Sep 1, 2007, at 1:33 PM, Peter Fairweather wrote: I was looking at the sliders in RAW ( after loading an image in ACR 4.1 in CS3 ). There is one called clarity in the same group as vibrancy and saturation. What is it? Neither of my books show it. I am using the Windows version, their images appear to be from the MAC version. It appears to act as a sophisticated sharpening tool. Clarity is new in Lightroom v1.1, the upgrade module in the Luminous Landscape tutorial set covers it. It acts as selective area contrast adjustment, with results that are similar to using Unsharp Mask with a very large pixel count and a very small percentage value. Best thing to do is to experiment and see how it is useful to you... Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: AOVCalculator
On 02/09/07, P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Unfortunately you can't vary the input for focal length in your formulas, which is the whole point to comparing different AOVs of particular focal lengths on different formats. It's complicated by the fact that different nominal focal lengths in fisheye lenses give equivalent results. Just in Pentax we have 3 full frame 35mm format fisheye lenses with different focal lengths, (M42 Takumar 18mm f11, [K]17mm f4.0 A 16mm f2.8, not to mention the fisheye zooms), each delivering ~180º diagonally, and ~110º horizontally. The image mapping is anything but linear, which makes AOV calculations for different formats approximate at best. However based on experimentation and known lens focal lengths You can compare lens coverages on other formats, (but not AOV). For example, a 17mm lens is the equivalent of a 35mm lens on 6x7 and behold Pentax made a 17mm fisheye for 35mm and a 35mm fisheye for 6x7, 16mm on 35mm is the equivalent of a 10mm lens on the Pentax APS-C sensor digitals, and loh Pentax makes a 10-17mm fisheye zoom for APS-C. Indeed, I left out a crucial parameter in that it was is relevant only for a fisheye lens that produced 180degrees diagonal coverage on a full frame. I pulled it out of my pano spread sheet where it worked a charm. -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://picasaweb.google.com/distudio/PESO http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
There may be a bit of..if mine can't make it in, this sure as hell can't. Call it resentment, but I imagine there is a lot of sincerity, also, involved. It becomes a comparison of subjects and styles rather than a wholly artistic/technical evaluation. Jack --- Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now you are starting to see my complaint. I truly believe that a certain number of no votes will reject it and the judges will not see it. Basically, because the number of artists voting is much larger than the judges, you will always get a subset of them who will vote - luck of the draw on timing. So sometimes, a subset may overall reject a photo and sometimes accept it. That is why I was saying that the type of shooter may adversely effect the rejection. All of my wedding shots that were accepted were before the artist voting, since then, nothing has made it through. Go figure. I'm sure it has to be an amazing shot to get past all the artist voting - and maybe at this stage that is ok - there is quite a bit in the gallery now. -- Best regards, Bruce Saturday, September 1, 2007, 7:48:42 AM, you wrote: DS I don't know what the hell is going on. DS One of the shots I mentioned the other day that had been declined (the DS sunset shot), I resubmitted, and it has now been accepted. DS ??? DS Cheers, DS Dave DS On 9/1/07, John Sessoms [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Kenneth Waller I seem to remember somewhere seeing that the judges will have the final say on accepted images. Kenneth Waller Yeah, peer voters can vote it in and the judges can vote it out. But can the judges vote it in if the peer voters vote it out? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell. http://searchmarketing.yahoo.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: About Bob Shell
Actually is a pretty scary set of actions, true or not. Jack --- P. J. Alling [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't know all of the facts in the case, but violent felons have received lessor sentences for murder than the 37 years that seems to be the jury recommendation here. Seems somehow out of proportion for involuntary manslaughter. Paul Stenquist wrote: Darn. Apparently the jury didn't reserve comment. Paul On Sep 1, 2007, at 1:14 PM, P. J. Alling wrote: I don't know the whole facts in the case, (only what I've read on the Internet), and I reserver comment... http://theonlinephotographer.typepad.com/the_online_photographer/ blog_index.html -- Remember, its pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Remember, its pillage then burn. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net Fussy? Opinionated? Impossible to please? Perfect. Join Yahoo!'s user panel and lay it on us. http://surveylink.yahoo.com/gmrs/yahoo_panel_invite.asp?a=7 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
David Savage wrote: One of the shots I mentioned the other day that had been declined (the sunset shot), I resubmitted, and it has now been accepted. ??? This has happened to others as well. It happened to Doug Brewer, for one. And I might note that it happened long before the peer voting system was implemented, so it's clearly not related. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
Well stated, Godfrey. That' how I feel about the process as well. If someone feels strongly about the rejection of a particular image there's nothing to stop a resubmission. As a few of us have found out, it may be accepted the second time around. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I continue to be uncomfortable with voting on other people's submissions, and do not. I batch up 10-30 photos at a time, as mood and time permits, and upload them for review. The majority are declined, a few get in. They've accepted 23 of what must now be 140-180 submitted photos. How they select them, ultimately, is their business ... as with any other exhibition judging and curating. My business is to submit work that I am happy with and let them do their thing. I'm happy with the opportunity to have some of my work presented on their web gallery. Godfrey -- Finally - A spam blocker that actually works. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/4 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645 (and Mamiya)
Well, others probably have much more experience here but I thought I might mention that I have a 1000DTL (an old M42 mount camera) that is built like a tank and, in my admittedly limited use of it, seems to be very reliable. There is no evidence of the shutter tapering at the high speeds (can't say the same for my two Spotmatics :-( ) and it does have a spot meter option. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting Glen Tortorella [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Hi Adam, I see you mention your Mamiya, but I forgot to ask: have you ever tried Mamiya's 35mm cameras? Overall, what do you think of them? The ZM, which I believe was their last 35mm, looks interesting. I gather it might be tough to find one in nice condition, as black camera bodies tend to get pretty scuffed up. Glen -- Find out how you can get spam free email. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/3 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Attn Graywolf
None by this old Michigander GRIN. However, I am pretty glad I am not out there on the streets. Bill Owens wrote: How much celebrating is going on in Boone after the ASU win over Michigan? Bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
eBay Madness, Sometime you get lucky!
I do not watch eBay religiously but when I saw this listing I jumped at the BIN price. It was a small gamble since there was no description on the condition, but the price plus shipping was low enough to take the risk: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemrd=1item=270156873837ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:ITih=017 I was starting to get a little nervous when I did not receiver it after ten days. I thought the seller figured out he could have gotten a lot more for it and was not going to complete the deal. However it arrived today via US mail in fine condition. It was a little dusty, had some finger prints on the optics but $35 (including shipping) for a SMC-F 1.7x AF teleconverter has to be my best eBay purchase. BTW, Any recommendations for a inexpensive 200mm lens to mate up with the TC? -- Perry Pellechia Primary email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Alternate email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Home Page: http://homer.chem.sc.edu/perry -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: The 645 (and Mamiya)
Thank you for your input, Brian. Do you have any comments on, or experience with, the newer Mamiya 35mm cameras? Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 6:52 PM, Brian Walters wrote: Well, others probably have much more experience here but I thought I might mention that I have a 1000DTL (an old M42 mount camera) that is built like a tank and, in my admittedly limited use of it, seems to be very reliable. There is no evidence of the shutter tapering at the high speeds (can't say the same for my two Spotmatics :-( ) and it does have a spot meter option. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/brianwalters Quoting Glen Tortorella [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Hi Adam, I see you mention your Mamiya, but I forgot to ask: have you ever tried Mamiya's 35mm cameras? Overall, what do you think of them? The ZM, which I believe was their last 35mm, looks interesting. I gather it might be tough to find one in nice condition, as black camera bodies tend to get pretty scuffed up. Glen -- Find out how you can get spam free email. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/3 -- 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: Biting My Tongue
Hi Godfrey, It sounds like you are a Pentax dealer. If so, where is your shop? Glen On Sep 1, 2007, at 6:00 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: At occasions like these, if I have the K10D with me, I pull it out of the bag and set it on the counter feigning interest in something that will fit it. That usually sparks a conversation. Most people, as soon as they handle the K10D with the DA21 or FA43 fitted to it, wonder why the very compact Nikon and Canon cameras feel bulky and cheap ... cheap shot, but it's fun. I don't, however, have any illusions about obligations to sell Pentax gear. I don't sell it, I just answer questions if they arise. It sells itself given a moment that people can see it. G -- 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: The 645
Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: However, that said, I tend to use the 645 on a tripod most of the time anyway. I like that they put tripod mounts on both side and bottom ... I fitted mine with a pair of Really Right Stuff tripod adapters so I can go from portrait to landscape orientation in a second. Godfrey The dual tripod mounts is one feature I really wish my Mamiya had. Instead I get a hotshoe mounted on the side of the camera (kinda silly setup). -Adam -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: eBay Madness, Sometime you get lucky!
Wow! Looks like you lucked out bigtime. -Adam Perry Pellechia wrote: I do not watch eBay religiously but when I saw this listing I jumped at the BIN price. It was a small gamble since there was no description on the condition, but the price plus shipping was low enough to take the risk: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemrd=1item=270156873837ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:ITih=017 I was starting to get a little nervous when I did not receiver it after ten days. I thought the seller figured out he could have gotten a lot more for it and was not going to complete the deal. However it arrived today via US mail in fine condition. It was a little dusty, had some finger prints on the optics but $35 (including shipping) for a SMC-F 1.7x AF teleconverter has to be my best eBay purchase. BTW, Any recommendations for a inexpensive 200mm lens to mate up with the TC? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: eBay Madness, Sometime you get lucky!
Quick, go out and buy a lottery ticket before your lucky streak ends! stan On Sep 1, 2007, at 6:16 PM, Perry Pellechia wrote: I do not watch eBay religiously but when I saw this listing I jumped at the BIN price. It was a small gamble since there was no description on the condition, but the price plus shipping was low enough to take the risk: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ViewItemrd=1item=270156873837ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:ITih=017 I was starting to get a little nervous when I did not receiver it after ten days. I thought the seller figured out he could have gotten a lot more for it and was not going to complete the deal. However it arrived today via US mail in fine condition. It was a little dusty, had some finger prints on the optics but $35 (including shipping) for a SMC-F 1.7x AF teleconverter has to be my best eBay purchase. BTW, Any recommendations for a inexpensive 200mm lens to mate up with the TC? -- Perry Pellechia Primary email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Alternate email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Home Page: http://homer.chem.sc.edu/perry -- 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: The 645 (and Mamiya)
The Mamiya 35mm stuff is a little odd. Mamiya never actually wanted to get into the 35mm market and were forced to by their US distributor. And thus their 35mm line never really gelled. There were a few good items, but by and large it was yet another low-end japanese SLR line a la Ricoh , Konica or Chinon. I've little interest in Mamiya's 35mm stuff. The only mamiya kit other than the 645 stuff that really interests me is the MF Rangefinders. I'd love a Mamiya 6 or 7. -Adam Glen Tortorella wrote: Hi Adam, I see you mention your Mamiya, but I forgot to ask: have you ever tried Mamiya's 35mm cameras? Overall, what do you think of them? The ZM, which I believe was their last 35mm, looks interesting. I gather it might be tough to find one in nice condition, as black camera bodies tend to get pretty scuffed up. Glen -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: eBay Madness, Sometime you get lucky!
On 02/09/07, Perry Pellechia [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was starting to get a little nervous when I did not receiver it after ten days. I thought the seller figured out he could have gotten a lot more for it and was not going to complete the deal. However it arrived today via US mail in fine condition. It was a little dusty, had some finger prints on the optics but $35 (including shipping) for a SMC-F 1.7x AF teleconverter has to be my best eBay purchase. Nice find, I bought one of mine at a similar price, the current prices that they often acheive at auction these days seems absurd as compared. Interestingly the current Pentax lens catalogue from Japan indicates that they are still a current product. BTW, Any recommendations for a inexpensive 200mm lens to mate up with the TC? Cheap no, it loves f2.8 lenses, anything slower and the AF may become a bit flaky in anything but great light. -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://picasaweb.google.com/distudio/PESO http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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Re: eBay Madness, Sometime you get lucky!
lol. probably too late. On 9/1/07, Stan Halpin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Quick, go out and buy a lottery ticket before your lucky streak ends! stan On Sep 1, 2007, at 6:16 PM, Perry Pellechia wrote: I do not watch eBay religiously but when I saw this listing I jumped at the BIN price. It was a small gamble since there was no description on the condition, but the price plus shipping was low enough to take the risk: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ViewItemrd=1item=270156873837ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:ITih=017 I was starting to get a little nervous when I did not receiver it after ten days. I thought the seller figured out he could have gotten a lot more for it and was not going to complete the deal. However it arrived today via US mail in fine condition. It was a little dusty, had some finger prints on the optics but $35 (including shipping) for a SMC-F 1.7x AF teleconverter has to be my best eBay purchase. BTW, Any recommendations for a inexpensive 200mm lens to mate up with the TC? -- Perry Pellechia Primary email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Alternate email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Home Page: http://homer.chem.sc.edu/perry -- 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 -- Perry Pellechia Primary email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Alternate email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Home Page: http://homer.chem.sc.edu/perry -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: eBay Madness, Sometime you get lucky!
On 9/1/07, Digital Image Studio [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 02/09/07, Perry Pellechia [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nice find, I bought one of mine at a similar price, the current prices that they often acheive at auction these days seems absurd as compared. Interestingly the current Pentax lens catalogue from Japan indicates that they are still a current product. If they are available I am surprised that no one from Japan is selling them on eBay. They would probably be able to turn a good profit with the prices they go for now. BTW, Any recommendations for a inexpensive 200mm lens to mate up with the TC? Cheap no, it loves f2.8 lenses, anything slower and the AF may become a bit flaky in anything but great light. That's what I was afraid of. It seems to work very well with my Tamron 90mm/F2.8. I do not have many other MF lenses where a TC makes sense. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Pentax Gallery voting
Too much work for me. I will submit one image now and then -- perhaps one every two weeks or so. But I don't have time to submit a large quantity of work. And I feel more comfortable editing my submissions down to a very few. Paul On Sep 1, 2007, at 6:12 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: I had a conversation with John Carlson a while back regards the Pentax Photo Gallery submission voting process because I had/have misgivings about it and am very uncomfortable. This is an excerpt from his reply: --- We are using the voting process to help limit the number of images we have to review. Even without promotion of the site, we are receiving more images than we can review with our current manpower. Once this site is openly promoted and advertised, the number of images submitted will only increase. We have no intention of making this an exclusive site with a limited number of photographers, but we also want the best images. Some images are declined automatically once they meet a certain criteria determined by Pentax. Currently, the thresholds are set extremely low. An image must have at least 20 votes, with less than 25% of those favorable, to be automatically declined. Unfortunately, this may lead to some good images being declined, but for the first two weeks we have had this system in place, the voters have been relatively accurate in their opinions. As we receive more images, and more voters, we can adjust the thresholds up or down to make sure we are looking at the best images. I imagine as the site is promoted and more artists are added, we will have to increase the thresholds. Ultimately, Pentax makes the final decision on images accepted to the gallery. It is still a matter of the judging committee looking at a large number of images, and selecting pictures that show the best of what Pentax equipment and photographers can do. There have been images that have received a large number of positive votes that we have declined, just as there has been images with few positive votes that we have accepted. --- I continue to be uncomfortable with voting on other people's submissions, and do not. I batch up 10-30 photos at a time, as mood and time permits, and upload them for review. The majority are declined, a few get in. They've accepted 23 of what must now be 140-180 submitted photos. How they select them, ultimately, is their business ... as with any other exhibition judging and curating. My business is to submit work that I am happy with and let them do their thing. I'm happy with the opportunity to have some of my work presented on their web gallery. Godfrey -- 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: Moon Eclipse Composite
Here's another portrayal of the eclipse, from the Astronomy Picture of the Day site: http://antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/apod/ap070901.html Dan On 8/31/07, Brian Walters [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks Dan. Much appreciated. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://members.westnet.com.au/brianwal/SL/ Quoting Daniel J. Matyola [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Wow! a really great portrayal of the event. Thanks for sharing it. Dan On 8/29/07, Kenneth Waller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very well done! Can't say anything more meaningful Kenneth Waller http://tinyurl.com/272u2f - Original Message - From: Brian Walters [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: PESO: Moon Eclipse Composite Hi all My attempts at photographing last night's eclipse seem to have struck similar problems to others - noisy images that, in my case, looked abysmal at full totality. The only answer was to reduce the size of the images and make a composite. All told I took about 50 photos from start to finish of the eclipse - the composite is made up of 20. I used a Tamron SP 300 mm lens plus 2x converter at shot at ISO 800 to try to keep movement of the moon during the exposures to a minimum. The result is at: http://www.blognow.com.au/PESO/71394/Moon_Eclipse_Composite.html Comments, as always, welcome. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney, Australia -- Get a free email account with anti spam protection. http://www.bluebottle.com/tag/2 -- 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: OT: Latest Enablement
how do you like its focussing feel? best, mishka On 9/1/07, David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: G'day All, I picked up a package from the post office today that contained (largish page ~ 880kb): http://www.arach.net.au/~savage/Misc/V125/V125.htm I have to say I'm very impressed. Cheers, Dave -- 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
