Re: PESO - Fairy Bower Falls
Thank you Fernando I used AutoPano Pro for the stitching. - Original Message - From: "Fernando Terrazzino" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 4:44 AM Subject: Re: PESO - Fairy Bower Falls > Hi James, > > Very nice. What software did you use for the stiching process? > > On 4/1/07, J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> This is a 30 (!) shot panorama (5 rows of 6 shots). Each shot was taken >> at >> 55mm focal length and the stitched image was a little over 1gb and >> equivalent to 123 megapixels! This has been heavily resized obviously >> but >> I'll be printing this about 60cm by 35cm when I've got the money. >> >> These falls are in Morton National Park in the NSW Southern Highlands and >> last Sunday I had them all to myself. It's a 1.1 km walk one way to the >> base of the falls and it is very steep...basically steps cut into the >> cliff. >> The effort was worth it though, what a beautiful place it is. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/2tp8jh >> >> Cheers >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> 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 > > > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.25/744 - Release Date: 3/04/2007 > 5:32 AM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Fairy Bower Falls
Thank you Rick I didn't have to do it as a 30 shot pano, but a single wide angle shot couldn't capture all of the detail to my satisfaction...besides, it was a challenge. It's actually quite a high waterfall, I just didn't bother trying to capture the main falls, just the cascade at the base. My photobucket name is Sherman as I started it initially to host shots from my 4wd trips. My old tank of a landcruiser was nicknamed Sherman as it was built like a Sherman tank. cheers James - Original Message - From: "Rick Womer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2007 10:16 AM Subject: Re: PESO - Fairy Bower Falls > Lovely scene, composition, and exposure! > > I don't understand why you had to do this as a 30-shot > stitched pano, though; judging from the trees and > grasses, it's not that high a falls. > > Also, why is your Photobucket name Sherman? > > Rick > > P.S. I've read you're having a drought. Did you > remember to turn the water off at the end of your > shoot? ;-) > > > --- J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> This is a 30 (!) shot panorama (5 rows of 6 shots). >> Each shot was taken at >> 55mm focal length and the stitched image was a >> little over 1gb and >> equivalent to 123 megapixels! This has been heavily >> resized obviously but >> I'll be printing this about 60cm by 35cm when I've >> got the money. >> >> These falls are in Morton National Park in the NSW >> Southern Highlands and >> last Sunday I had them all to myself. It's a 1.1 km >> walk one way to the >> base of the falls and it is very steep...basically >> steps cut into the cliff. >> The effort was worth it though, what a beautiful >> place it is. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/2tp8jh >> >> Cheers >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > > http://www.photo.net/photos/RickW > > > > > Looking for earth-friendly autos? > Browse Top Cars by "Green Rating" at Yahoo! Autos' Green Center. > http://autos.yahoo.com/green_center/ > > -- > 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: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.25/744 - Release Date: 3/04/2007 > 5:32 AM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Fairy Bower Falls
Hi Markus I just used a normal tripod, but made sure I levelled it very carefully. Thanks very much. James - Original Message - From: "Markus Maurer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Pentax-Discuss Mail List'" Sent: Sunday, April 01, 2007 9:41 PM Subject: RE: PESO - Fairy Bower Falls > Hi James > I would love to see it at printing size, it's a beautiful place. > Did you use a normal tripod or special panoramic head gear for that? > I have never done a panorama with more than 1 row, will have to try that > too > :-) > Thanks for showing it and greetings > Markus > > > -Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J > and K Messervy > Sent: Sunday, April 01, 2007 12:24 PM > To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List > Subject: PESO - Fairy Bower Falls > > This is a 30 (!) shot panorama (5 rows of 6 shots). Each shot was taken > at > 55mm focal length and the stitched image was a little over 1gb and > equivalent to 123 megapixels! This has been heavily resized obviously but > I'll be printing this about 60cm by 35cm when I've got the money. > > These falls are in Morton National Park in the NSW Southern Highlands and > last Sunday I had them all to myself. It's a 1.1 km walk one way to the > base of the falls and it is very steep...basically steps cut into the > cliff. > > The effort was worth it though, what a beautiful place it is. > > http://tinyurl.com/2tp8jh > > Cheers > > James > > > -- > 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 > > > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.24/741 - Release Date: > 31/03/2007 8:54 PM > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - Fairy Bower Falls
This is a 30 (!) shot panorama (5 rows of 6 shots). Each shot was taken at 55mm focal length and the stitched image was a little over 1gb and equivalent to 123 megapixels! This has been heavily resized obviously but I'll be printing this about 60cm by 35cm when I've got the money. These falls are in Morton National Park in the NSW Southern Highlands and last Sunday I had them all to myself. It's a 1.1 km walk one way to the base of the falls and it is very steep...basically steps cut into the cliff. The effort was worth it though, what a beautiful place it is. http://tinyurl.com/2tp8jh Cheers James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Wedding shoot...deposit?
Thanks mate. - Original Message - From: "David Savage" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 7:10 PM Subject: Re: Wedding shoot...deposit? >I don't know how it works in the wedding game but in the industry I work in > it's usually between 10-20% on signing of the contract. > > Cheers, > > Dave > > At 04:06 PM 14/03/2007, J and K Messervy wrote: >>I'm going to be shooting a wedding in October. We've agreed on a price, >>but >>how much should I charge for a deposit? I'm thinking 50% but is that too >>high? >> >>Thanks >> >>James M > > > -- > 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: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.11/721 - Release Date: > 13/03/2007 4:51 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Wedding shoot...deposit?
I'm going to be shooting a wedding in October. We've agreed on a price, but how much should I charge for a deposit? I'm thinking 50% but is that too high? Thanks James M -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: I love EBay!
It's a good lens, although the distortion at 10mm is a bit much. I just found I wasn't using it much and really want to get some limiteds. - Original Message - From: "David J Brooks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, March 04, 2007 10:23 AM Subject: Re: I love EBay! >I have one for my Nikon mount. > > I really like the lens > > Dave > > On 3/3/07, J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> I had my Sigma 10-20 EX DC lens on Ebay for sale. The auction ended this >> evening and I got $40 MORE than I bought the lens for new! >> >> I'll be buying a da70 limited and DBG2 shortly. >> >> :) >> >> >> -- >> 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 > > > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.6/709 - Release Date: 3/03/2007 > 8:12 AM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
I love EBay!
I had my Sigma 10-20 EX DC lens on Ebay for sale. The auction ended this evening and I got $40 MORE than I bought the lens for new! I'll be buying a da70 limited and DBG2 shortly. :) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Ridiculous prices
I would dearly love an FA77 f1.8 limited lens and keep an eye out for them on Ebay. In terms of quality and rendering, from photos I've seen on the net, the DA70 limited comes a distant second. I found an ebay auction today here in Australia for an unused (the buyer says new, it's not) FA77 limited. The story is he ordered it and only received it in Feb. Now he's decided to sell it. Whether or not he's used it, he bought it retail and is now selling it, that makes it used. The auction has a couple of days to go and has no bids as yet...not surprising really, since the seller STARTED the auction at $1,100 AUD!!! That's bordering on criminal! Looks like I'll have to settle for a DA70 2.4 limited although they're also damn pricey. Much as I love my K10D, I hate what it and the K100 have done to used glass prices. :( James Messervy -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GESO
Thanks very much! I was out there for about half an hour before the rain got quite heavy and the lightning got a bit too close. - Original Message - From: "Bong Manayon" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 12:56 PM Subject: Re: GESO > Awesome! I wouldn't say that it was plain luck that you got those > shots; the contrast between the deep blue sky lit up by the lightning > and the tungsten city lights must have required some foresight. > > How long were you out there? > > On 2/24/07, J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> We've had a lot of thunderstorms in the last two weeks and I've spent a >> lot >> of time and effort trying to get some good lightning shots. I've been >> frustrated by being in the wrong spot, just missing shots, having the >> wrong >> settings, etc. >> >> Well, last night we had a ripper of a lightning display and I finally >> found >> myself in the right place at the right time and managed to grab six >> keepers! >> I'm a happy man! >> >> http://tinyurl.com/2cw8oq >> >> comments, critiques...all welcome. >> >> Cheers >> James Messervy >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > > -- > Bong Manayon > http://www.bong.uni.cc > > -- > 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: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.4/702 - Release Date: 25/02/2007 > 3:16 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GESO
Thanks very much mate! I'm in Canberra. The vantage point was the fire trail that runs around the hill backing Banks, just above the last houses. Looking Northwest across the Tuggeranong Valley towards the Brindabellas. Below me are the lights of Banks, Conder and Gordon. - Original Message - From: "Brian Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2007 2:01 PM Subject: Re: GESO > Bloody marvellous! > > I hear some thunder in the Blue Mountains as I write - we might get a > storm here later - you've inspired me to have a go if the conditions are > right. > > What was the vantage point? > > > > Cheers > > Brian > > ++++++++++++++ > Brian Walters > Western Sydney Australia > > > > > Quoting J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > >> We've had a lot of thunderstorms in the last two weeks and I've >> spent a lot >> of time and effort trying to get some good lightning shots. I've >> been >> frustrated by being in the wrong spot, just missing shots, having >> the wrong >> settings, etc. >> >> Well, last night we had a ripper of a lightning display and I >> finally found >> myself in the right place at the right time and managed to grab six >> keepers! >> I'm a happy man! >> >> http://tinyurl.com/2cw8oq >> >> comments, critiques...all welcome. >> >> Cheers >> James Messervy >> > > -- > Click for dental plans with huge savings, top service and coverage > http://tags.bluebottle.com/fc/CAaCMPJew4Iec0PcXFeVDkwcwj7JuiKR/ > > > -- > 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: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.3/699 - Release Date: 23/02/2007 > 1:26 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: GESO
Exposures ranged from 15-30 seconds. Thank goodness for the K10's weather sealing too! - Original Message - From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2007 1:33 PM Subject: Re: GESO > How long an exposure? I see by the exif data that your stop was f8 > and the ISO was 160. > Paul > On Feb 23, 2007, at 9:26 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: > >> >> On Feb 23, 2007, at 5:29 PM, J and K Messervy wrote: >> >>> Well, last night we had a ripper of a lightning display and I >>> finally found >>> myself in the right place at the right time and managed to grab six >>> keepers! >>> I'm a happy man! >>> >>> http://tinyurl.com/2cw8oq >> >> Very cool! Lightning storms like that are so rare around here it's >> nearly impossible to capture such photos.. >> >> 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 > > > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 268.18.3/699 - Release Date: 23/02/2007 > 1:26 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
GESO
We've had a lot of thunderstorms in the last two weeks and I've spent a lot of time and effort trying to get some good lightning shots. I've been frustrated by being in the wrong spot, just missing shots, having the wrong settings, etc. Well, last night we had a ripper of a lightning display and I finally found myself in the right place at the right time and managed to grab six keepers! I'm a happy man! http://tinyurl.com/2cw8oq comments, critiques...all welcome. Cheers James Messervy -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
FS Friday
I've currently got 4 lenses on Ebay. Vivitar 400mm f5.6 telephoto Vivitar 24mm f2 (made by Kiron as discussed on the list) Pentax smc-m 50mm f1.7 Sigma 10-20mm EX DC zoom - as new. Find the auctions here. http://search.ebay.com.au/_W0QQsassZlight_scapes_ausQQhtZ-1 Cheers James M -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Forgive my ignorance, but what use is Lightroom?
Thanks mate. Your reply put it into a bit of perspective. I have found that I can import my folder manually, I'm not sure what the point of auto importing is as it won't do that from external drives. I'll play a bit more with it, but I'm pretty happy with my current work flow...especially as I rarely print. - Original Message - From: "Godfrey DiGiorgi" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Thursday, February 22, 2007 6:59 PM Subject: Re: Forgive my ignorance, but what use is Lightroom? >I don't know about the USB drive issue ... my external drives are > connected with FireWire and Lightroom can import a folder of data > from them without any problems. I imported the two 70Gbyte > directories of photos -- 2003 and 2002 -- from my archive drive, > handled it without a hitch. > > Regards why it has to import rather than just open and work on a > file ... It's a database system so it has to collect information > about each of the files you want it to deal with. > > Regards why it has no "save as" function ... Again, it's a database > and supposed to be the environment in which you work. Edits are all > non-destructive ... you can go back to the original image file sans > edits at any time. When you want to solidify a particular rendering > into a final product, you "export" it with all edits applied. If you > want to edit something with Photoshop CS2 and keep it in the library, > you export it to PSCS2 with the edits you've done in LR intact, do > your editing, then return to Lightroom for printing and other > operations. It's a different workflow model compared to what you're > used to. > > You should look up some of the tutorial videos if you care enough to > learn and understand it. If you're happy with what your doing and > don't think it has any value for you, so it goes ... it was free, > right? Others can download the 30 free trial and have the same > capability. > > Adobe has useful tutorial videos: > http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshoplightroom/ > > Photoshop User has useful tutorial videos: > http://www.photoshopuser.com/lightroom/index.html > > I like Michael Tapes videos: > http://pictureflow.fileburst.com/_Tutorials/Photoshop_LR/01/index.html > > > My paid for copy hasn't arrived yet so I'm working with the free > trial until it gets here next week. So far, I've rendered 7 sets of > photos since I installed it yesterday ... so I'm pretty happy with it. > > Godfrey > > > > > On Feb 21, 2007, at 11:13 PM, J and K Messervy wrote: > >> I've just installed my free copy of Lightroom. My normal workflow >> involves >> Raw Converter, Adobe Bridge, ACR and Photoshop CS2. I organise all >> of my >> pics through Adobe Bridge and launch ACR and CS2 from there. That >> works >> well for me. >> >> Being offered something for free, I naturally checked it out. Now >> I've got >> to say the interface is not very user friendly. It tells me that I >> have to >> import a library of photoswhy the hell can't I just open and >> work on >> photos I have saved already?! >> >> Fine I think, I'll import some photos and have a play. I try to >> set up auto >> import to import all of my recent photos. Nope, I'm told the >> folder can't >> be used. It appears that Lightroom will not allow me to use >> external hard >> drives that are connected by USB. WTF? I doubt too many >> photographers >> store all their images on their internal hard drive. I'm sure as >> hell not >> going to start trying to cram my 400 or so Gb of image files onto >> my 60Gb >> laptop drive! >> >> Anyway, I put that issue aside and managed to import a folder >> manually from >> my external drive. I tried developing a RAW file. It seemed to >> work okay. >> Of course, I then tried to save it as a converted file...no save >> option???!! >> It seems I have to 'export' it to CS2. >> >> Am I missing something obvious or is Lightroom an entirely to >> restrictive >> and useless application? What does it offer that the traditional >> Bridge-ACR-Bridge-CS2 workflow doesn't, besides frustration? >> >> Please enlighten me before I remove the programme from my computer! >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> 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 > > > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.5.441 / Virus Database: 268.18.3/696 - Release Date: 21/02/2007 > 3:19 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Forgive my ignorance, but what use is Lightroom?
I've just installed my free copy of Lightroom. My normal workflow involves Raw Converter, Adobe Bridge, ACR and Photoshop CS2. I organise all of my pics through Adobe Bridge and launch ACR and CS2 from there. That works well for me. Being offered something for free, I naturally checked it out. Now I've got to say the interface is not very user friendly. It tells me that I have to import a library of photoswhy the hell can't I just open and work on photos I have saved already?! Fine I think, I'll import some photos and have a play. I try to set up auto import to import all of my recent photos. Nope, I'm told the folder can't be used. It appears that Lightroom will not allow me to use external hard drives that are connected by USB. WTF? I doubt too many photographers store all their images on their internal hard drive. I'm sure as hell not going to start trying to cram my 400 or so Gb of image files onto my 60Gb laptop drive! Anyway, I put that issue aside and managed to import a folder manually from my external drive. I tried developing a RAW file. It seemed to work okay. Of course, I then tried to save it as a converted file...no save option???!! It seems I have to 'export' it to CS2. Am I missing something obvious or is Lightroom an entirely to restrictive and useless application? What does it offer that the traditional Bridge-ACR-Bridge-CS2 workflow doesn't, besides frustration? Please enlighten me before I remove the programme from my computer! James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Vivitar 24/2 value?
Lol, now there's a thought! - Original Message - From: "P. J. Alling" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2007 3:32 PM Subject: Re: Vivitar 24/2 value? > Advertise it as a Cult Classic and you should get $200.00 US or more on > ebay. > > J and K Messervy wrote: >> As nice a lens as it is, I don't have a lot of use for it, so I plan to >> sell >> my Vivitar 24/2. >> >> Can those in the know give me an indication of the kind of price I should >> expect it to go for? >> >> http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/Camera%20gear%20for%20sale/Vivitar24_2_.jpg >> >> http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/Camera%20gear%20for%20sale/Vivitar24_2.jpg >> >> >> Thanks >> >> James >> >> >> > > > -- > -- > > The more I know of men, the more I like my dog. > -- Anne Louise Germaine de Stael > > > -- > 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: 7.5.441 / Virus Database: 268.18.1/691 - Release Date: 17/02/2007 > 5:06 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Vivitar 24/2 value?
As nice a lens as it is, I don't have a lot of use for it, so I plan to sell my Vivitar 24/2. Can those in the know give me an indication of the kind of price I should expect it to go for? http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/Camera%20gear%20for%20sale/Vivitar24_2_.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/Camera%20gear%20for%20sale/Vivitar24_2.jpg Thanks James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Bargain!! :)
Hmm, I'm not sure I want to keep it. I'll see if I have a use for it, otherwise will probably sell it. Any idea what I should expect to get for it? - Original Message - From: "Adam Maas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, February 17, 2007 9:12 AM Subject: Re: Bargain!! :) > That's definitely Kiron-made. And the Kiron 24/2 is a gem. > > -Adam > > > J and K Messervy wrote: >> The serial number the Vivitar 24/2 is 22000584 and it's in lovely >> condition. >> - Original Message - >> From: "Adam Maas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" >> Sent: Saturday, February 17, 2007 12:16 AM >> Subject: Re: Bargain!! :) >> >> >>> If the serial # on that Vivitar 24/2 starts with 22 (Kiron-made) it's >>> easily worth what you payed in its entirety. >>> >>> -Adam >>> >>> >>> J and K Messervy wrote: >>>> He had a think and answered: $200 (Australian) >>>> >>>> Well, I bought it. >>>> >>>> The list of gear: >>>> 1x Pentax Super A body >>>> 1x SMC Pentax-A 50mm f1.7 >>>> 1x Pentax winder MEII >>>> 1x Pentax K1000 body >>>> 1x SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.7 >>>> 1x Metz 45 CT-4 flash unit with camera bracket and an assortment of >>>> flash >>>> sync cords >>>> 1x cordless light sensitive flash trigger >>>> Three full sets of flash filters >>>> 2x Sunpak auto124 (both working, one has broken hot shoe mount) >>>> 1x Vivitar zoom thyristor 285 flash...dusty but functioning. >>>> 2x ROWI International tripod mountable flash stand thingies (technical >>>> term) >>>> About half a dozen step up and step down rings >>>> 1x cable release >>>> 1x Marexar auto tele converter 2x >>>> 1x Vivitar 24mm f2 MC lens >>>> 1x Tamron BBAR MULTI C zoom macro 70-150mm f3.5 adaptall lens >>>> 1x Sigma 200mm f3.5 multi-coated telephoto lens >>>> >>>> I think that's it. It all came in a sturdy wooden case with foam >>>> interior >>>> cut to take most of the bits...although it doesn't all fit. >>>> >>>> Here's a shot of the kit. >>>> >>>> http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/_IGP7076.jpg >>>> >>>> >>>> I reckon I can keep the things I plan to use, sell the rest on EBay and >>>> possibly even come out ahead! >>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -- >>> 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: 7.5.441 / Virus Database: 268.18.1/690 - Release Date: >>> 16/02/2007 >>> 2:25 PM >>> >> >> > > > -- > 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: 7.5.441 / Virus Database: 268.18.1/690 - Release Date: 16/02/2007 > 2:25 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Bargain!! :)
The serial number the Vivitar 24/2 is 22000584 and it's in lovely condition. - Original Message - From: "Adam Maas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, February 17, 2007 12:16 AM Subject: Re: Bargain!! :) > If the serial # on that Vivitar 24/2 starts with 22 (Kiron-made) it's > easily worth what you payed in its entirety. > > -Adam > > > J and K Messervy wrote: >> He had a think and answered: $200 (Australian) >> >> Well, I bought it. >> >> The list of gear: >> 1x Pentax Super A body >> 1x SMC Pentax-A 50mm f1.7 >> 1x Pentax winder MEII >> 1x Pentax K1000 body >> 1x SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.7 >> 1x Metz 45 CT-4 flash unit with camera bracket and an assortment of flash >> sync cords >> 1x cordless light sensitive flash trigger >> Three full sets of flash filters >> 2x Sunpak auto124 (both working, one has broken hot shoe mount) >> 1x Vivitar zoom thyristor 285 flash...dusty but functioning. >> 2x ROWI International tripod mountable flash stand thingies (technical >> term) >> About half a dozen step up and step down rings >> 1x cable release >> 1x Marexar auto tele converter 2x >> 1x Vivitar 24mm f2 MC lens >> 1x Tamron BBAR MULTI C zoom macro 70-150mm f3.5 adaptall lens >> 1x Sigma 200mm f3.5 multi-coated telephoto lens >> >> I think that's it. It all came in a sturdy wooden case with foam >> interior >> cut to take most of the bits...although it doesn't all fit. >> >> Here's a shot of the kit. >> >> http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/_IGP7076.jpg >> >> >> I reckon I can keep the things I plan to use, sell the rest on EBay and >> possibly even come out ahead! >> >> >> > > > -- > 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: 7.5.441 / Virus Database: 268.18.1/690 - Release Date: 16/02/2007 > 2:25 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Bargain!! :)
Hmm, I seem to have lost half of my post The beginning of the story is a colleague told me he had some old Pentax gear and would I be interested. he brought it in to work today and I had a look. I quickly asked him what he wanted for it > He had a think and answered: $200 (Australian) > > Well, I bought it. > > The list of gear: > 1x Pentax Super A body > 1x SMC Pentax-A 50mm f1.7 > 1x Pentax winder MEII > 1x Pentax K1000 body > 1x SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.7 > 1x Metz 45 CT-4 flash unit with camera bracket and an assortment of flash > sync cords > 1x cordless light sensitive flash trigger > Three full sets of flash filters > 2x Sunpak auto124 (both working, one has broken hot shoe mount) > 1x Vivitar zoom thyristor 285 flash...dusty but functioning. > 2x ROWI International tripod mountable flash stand thingies (technical > term) > About half a dozen step up and step down rings > 1x cable release > 1x Marexar auto tele converter 2x > 1x Vivitar 24mm f2 MC lens > 1x Tamron BBAR MULTI C zoom macro 70-150mm f3.5 adaptall lens > 1x Sigma 200mm f3.5 multi-coated telephoto lens > > I think that's it. It all came in a sturdy wooden case with foam interior > cut to take most of the bits...although it doesn't all fit. > > Here's a shot of the kit. > > http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/_IGP7076.jpg > > > I reckon I can keep the things I plan to use, sell the rest on EBay and > possibly even come out ahead! > > > > -- > 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: 7.5.441 / Virus Database: 268.18.0/689 - Release Date: 15/02/2007 > 5:40 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Bargain!! :)
He had a think and answered: $200 (Australian) Well, I bought it. The list of gear: 1x Pentax Super A body 1x SMC Pentax-A 50mm f1.7 1x Pentax winder MEII 1x Pentax K1000 body 1x SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.7 1x Metz 45 CT-4 flash unit with camera bracket and an assortment of flash sync cords 1x cordless light sensitive flash trigger Three full sets of flash filters 2x Sunpak auto124 (both working, one has broken hot shoe mount) 1x Vivitar zoom thyristor 285 flash...dusty but functioning. 2x ROWI International tripod mountable flash stand thingies (technical term) About half a dozen step up and step down rings 1x cable release 1x Marexar auto tele converter 2x 1x Vivitar 24mm f2 MC lens 1x Tamron BBAR MULTI C zoom macro 70-150mm f3.5 adaptall lens 1x Sigma 200mm f3.5 multi-coated telephoto lens I think that's it. It all came in a sturdy wooden case with foam interior cut to take most of the bits...although it doesn't all fit. Here's a shot of the kit. http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/_IGP7076.jpg I reckon I can keep the things I plan to use, sell the rest on EBay and possibly even come out ahead! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - First Day of School
Thanks mate. I manage fine with my 50mm macro lens which is manual focus. What's bothering me with the 1.7 is the camera's focus indicator says the focus is right, but subsequent viewing on the computer shows a slightly oof shot. Hopefully practice will make perfect. - Original Message - From: "Bruce Dayton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 6:42 PM Subject: Re: PESO - First Day of School > Just making sure that you have adjusted the diopter setting on the > viewfinder to your vision. One time, I let my brother shoot with one > of my *istD bodies for a couple of days. About 2/3 way through the > first day he commented that he was struggling with focusing - couldn't > really tell if he had focused properly. It suddenly dawned on me that > the adjustment was for my eyes. I had him adjust it so that the > readout along the bottom was very clear and sharp. Suprise! The rest > of the time he was having no trouble at all. > > If all is set up properly, I would think that you would do ok with the > focus. At least check to see if the adjustment would help you. > > -- > Best regards, > Bruce > > > Monday, February 5, 2007, 10:30:12 PM, you wrote: > > JaKM> It's a lovely lens, although I am finding that I can't trust the > K10's focus > JaKM> indicator and I really can't judge focus through the viewfinder very > well, > JaKM> so getting sharp focus is proving frustrating. > JaKM> - Original Message - > JaKM> From: "Peter Lacus" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > JaKM> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" > JaKM> Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 10:27 AM > JaKM> Subject: Re: PESO - First Day of School > > This was captured in an unguarded moment with the M50mm f1.7 wide open. I have also softened it a bit in photoshop. http://tinyurl.com/2leo5e >>> >>> good eye, James. And first class craftmanship as well. >>> >>> BTW: I found your message right in the middle of a thread about whether >>> are DA lenses sharper than FA and vice versa. Apparently, the winner is >>> an old M lens, which needs to be softened digitally because it's too >>> sharp even wide open. ;-) >>> >>> Aren't those Pentax fifties amazing? >>> >>> Cheers, >>> >>> Peter >>> >>> -- >>> 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: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.27/671 - Release Date: >>> 5/02/2007 >>> 4:48 PM >>> > > > > > > -- > 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: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.27/671 - Release Date: 5/02/2007 > 4:48 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - First Day of School
It's a lovely lens, although I am finding that I can't trust the K10's focus indicator and I really can't judge focus through the viewfinder very well, so getting sharp focus is proving frustrating. - Original Message - From: "Peter Lacus" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 10:27 AM Subject: Re: PESO - First Day of School >> This was captured in an unguarded moment with the M50mm f1.7 wide open. >> I >> have also softened it a bit in photoshop. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/2leo5e > > good eye, James. And first class craftmanship as well. > > BTW: I found your message right in the middle of a thread about whether > are DA lenses sharper than FA and vice versa. Apparently, the winner is > an old M lens, which needs to be softened digitally because it's too > sharp even wide open. ;-) > > Aren't those Pentax fifties amazing? > > Cheers, > > Peter > > -- > 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: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.27/671 - Release Date: 5/02/2007 > 4:48 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - First Day of School
Thank you Bruce. It's certainly a shot I'll treasure. - Original Message - From: "Bruce Dayton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 8:54 AM Subject: Re: PESO - First Day of School >A very poignant moment caught. I like your presentation, too. Nice > work! > > -- > Bruce > > > Monday, February 5, 2007, 12:47:06 PM, you wrote: > > JaKM> Our four year old (I'm nearly five Dad!) had her very first day of > school > JaKM> yesterday. > > JaKM> This was captured in an unguarded moment with the M50mm f1.7 wide > open. I > JaKM> have also softened it a bit in photoshop. > > JaKM> http://tinyurl.com/2leo5e > > JaKM> Comments and critique welcome. > > JaKM> Cheers > > JaKM> James Messervy > > > > > > -- > 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: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.27/671 - Release Date: 5/02/2007 > 4:48 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - First Day of School
Our four year old (I'm nearly five Dad!) had her very first day of school yesterday. This was captured in an unguarded moment with the M50mm f1.7 wide open. I have also softened it a bit in photoshop. http://tinyurl.com/2leo5e Comments and critique welcome. Cheers James Messervy -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: combat photography
And that's the best use for Nikon gear I've ever heard suggested! > > I recall reading somewhere that the F5 would stop a bullet. > Might have been hype. > > William Robb > > -- > 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: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.20/664 - Release Date: 2/02/2007 > 3:42 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO[s] B&W Conversions...
They look great! One thing I've struggled with is finding a B&W conversion technique that I can get consistent, pleasing results with. Can you give a link to the site you mention please? - Original Message - From: "P. J. Alling" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2007 5:07 PM Subject: PESO[s] B&W Conversions... > I've come to the conclusion that the software that Mark Roberts has a > link on his web site to, (the Photoshop plug in that is), for B&W > conversion is just great. I've got a few new conversions. A couple > from a year or two ago and another shot from the Essex Steam Museum, > (Disabled). > > http://www.mindspring.com/~morephotos/PESO_--_petulantangels.html > > http://www.mindspring.com/~morephotos/PESO_--_madcongchu.html > > http://www.mindspring.com/~morephotos/PESO_--_steamdetail.html > > Equipment: > Pentax *istD or Ds/w Pentax lenses. > > -- > > The more I know of men, the more I like my dog. > -- Anne Louise Germaine de Stael > > > -- > 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: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.16/660 - Release Date: > 30/01/2007 5:04 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - Daddy long legs
I found this specimen in the bathroom today and took a few shots with the macro lens and wireless, off camera flash. Bouncing the flash off the floor tiles the spider was on gave it this fragile, made of glass look. http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/DaddyLongLegs.jpg Cheers James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
77mm f1.8 ltd
I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: P-TTL Wireless?
Mine's working fine in P-TTL with 540 flash - Original Message - From: "Jack Davis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, January 26, 2007 4:37 AM Subject: P-TTL Wireless? > Having loaded the K10D firmware, I've been checking wireless flash > using the built in flash and an AF-360FGZ. Can only get it to work in > either A or M mode. No P-TTL? > BTW, I'm not picking up any pre-flash cross talk as I did (sold it) > with the MZ-S.(?) > Wonder if Pentax will be providing an Owner's Manual addendum for the > IQ challenged. > > Jack > > > > > Never Miss an Email > Stay connected with Yahoo! Mail on your mobile. Get started! > http://mobile.yahoo.com/services?promote=mail > > -- > 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: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.10/651 - Release Date: > 24/01/2007 6:48 PM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Asked to do a wedding.
I have been asked whether I'd be interested in photographing the wedding of the brother of an acquaintance. Now, I'm a very keen amateur and have been really into photography for about 15 months. I'm really thrilled to have been asked (the request was based on my work in my online gallery), but also more than a little hesitant to commit to doing it. The wedding isn't until October, so there's lots of time to prepare. I've never been responsible for taking photos for any important event, I just take them for myself. I know the technical side and use the K10D's various manual functions, etc and I know I'm a reasonably good photographer. I'm not sure that I'm good enough to do a wedding though, it's more than a little scary. I know there are people with pro experience on here, so I'm looking for advice, tips, etc. I reckon if I do it, I'll want another flash (360 to go with my 540), a fast normal range zoom, lots of SD cards, etc. What else should I be thinking about? I will have plenty of time to prepare and the venue is here in Canberra, so i can scout it out and try shooting my family there, etc. Should I back myself, trust my skills and jump in? It could lead to a lucrative sideline and would certainly boost my experience and confidence if successful. It would also be a real sense of accomplishment if I did a good job. What pitfalls are there? I don't even know what I should charge. I reckon I'd have to spend a bit on gear to be ready, but I can't factor that into my fee. Any and all tips, tricks and advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT- eBay
I've noticed that ALL sellers I've dealt with wait unti I've left feedback before they will. I consider it to be feedback blackmail in a way. You know that you will get negative feedback if you leave negative feedback. On the three occasions I've sold something, I've made a point to leave feedback as soon as the buyer has completed his part of the transaction...ie, paid. James - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 7:33 AM Subject: Re: OT- eBay > In a message dated 1/23/2007 8:36:33 AM Pacific Standard Time, > [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I've run into a couple of sellers who won't leave feedback until the buyer > has left feedback. In these instances, I was tempted to leave negative > feedback at the last second, better judgement for once ruled the day. > However, I won't deal with those sellers again, being suspicious that > their > business paractices are perhaps a bit shady. > > William Robb > == > Uh. I routinely will not leave feedback until I get feedback. Of course, I > am > just a small time seller, selling personal items. But by doing that then I > am > guaranteed of feedback, otherwise people won't bother. > > I probably should mention I have a 100% rating. > > So I certainly do not regard it as a sneaky practice, but a reminder > practice. > > Marnie aka Doe > > -- > 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: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.8/648 - Release Date: 23/01/2007 > 11:04 AM > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash
As far as I can tell, yes. - Original Message - From: "Patrick Genovese" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 11:20 PM Subject: Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash > For those who have installed the latest K10D firmware...?? > > has there been any improvement on the banding issues ? > > Regards > > Patrick > > -- > 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 - Repose
I've got no problem with that mate. James - Original Message - From: "Tim Øsleby" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Pentax-Discuss Mail List'" Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 12:37 AM Subject: RE: PESO - Repose > Don't get any ideas, but this is art. > Do you mind if I steal it for my computer desktop? > > > Tim > Mostly harmless (just plain Norwegian) > > > -Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J > and K Messervy > Sent: 21. januar 2007 04:47 > To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List > Subject: PESO - Repose > > Since upgrading my K10D's firmware with the unofficial version on Friday > evening, I've been experimenting with wireless flash. This shot had the > AF540 on a high shelf above and to the right of shot, firing into the > cornice for bounce. I used the built in flash for very subtle fill. > > Converted to B&W in PS CS2 using the LAB lightness channel and softened in > Photoshop also. > > Comment and critique would be appreciated. > > http://tinyurl.com/2k6wjy > > Cheers > > James M > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > > > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Repose
Here's the same shot without the blur effect. http://tinyurl.com/2b8pv3 - Original Message - From: "Boris Liberman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2007 4:13 PM Subject: Re: PESO - Repose > Fascinating... > > Can you please show us the photo after b&w conversion but before > Photoshop softening? > > Thanks. > > > Boris > > > J and K Messervy wrote: >> Since upgrading my K10D's firmware with the unofficial version on Friday >> evening, I've been experimenting with wireless flash. This shot had the >> AF540 on a high shelf above and to the right of shot, firing into the >> cornice for bounce. I used the built in flash for very subtle fill. >> >> Converted to B&W in PS CS2 using the LAB lightness channel and softened >> in >> Photoshop also. >> >> Comment and critique would be appreciated. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/2k6wjy >> >> Cheers >> >> James M >> >> > > > -- > 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 - Repose
Thanks mate. Yes, I deliberately softened the shot for effect. She's in the bath, so they most definitely are water droplets. :) - Original Message - From: "Jack Davis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2007 3:15 PM Subject: Re: PESO - Repose > Apparently as intended, it is very soft. Can't make out fine detail so > must ask, are those water droplets on the beautiful subject? > I'm looking forward to installing the firmware soon. > Thanks for the peek. > > Jack > --- J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> Since upgrading my K10D's firmware with the unofficial version on >> Friday >> evening, I've been experimenting with wireless flash. This shot had >> the >> AF540 on a high shelf above and to the right of shot, firing into the >> >> cornice for bounce. I used the built in flash for very subtle fill. >> >> Converted to B&W in PS CS2 using the LAB lightness channel and >> softened in >> Photoshop also. >> >> Comment and critique would be appreciated. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/2k6wjy >> >> Cheers >> >> James M >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > > > > > Want to start your own business? > Learn how on Yahoo! Small Business. > http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/r-index > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - Repose
Since upgrading my K10D's firmware with the unofficial version on Friday evening, I've been experimenting with wireless flash. This shot had the AF540 on a high shelf above and to the right of shot, firing into the cornice for bounce. I used the built in flash for very subtle fill. Converted to B&W in PS CS2 using the LAB lightness channel and softened in Photoshop also. Comment and critique would be appreciated. http://tinyurl.com/2k6wjy Cheers James M -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K10D ordered and paid!
Bah...you can see your son anytime. Even better, buy the K10D and then lay the guilt on your son for not coming to visit you. :) - Original Message - From: "Tim Øsleby" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Pentax-Discuss Mail List'" Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2007 9:11 AM Subject: RE: K10D ordered and paid! >I don't really hate you, but you are at my envy list Jens. > I'm struggling to find the founds needed. I want to go to England to visit > my son, and to buy the K10. Common sense says I can't do both, but I'm not > common ;-) > > > Tim > Mostly harmless (just plain Norwegian) > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of > Jens > Bladt > Sent: 20. januar 2007 10:07 > To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List > Subject: K10D ordered and paid! > > I expect delivery at the end of this month :-))) > A few years ago I bought everything new abroad. My *ist D I got from Foto > Porst in Berlin, Germany. > I payed considerably less than I would have in a Danish store. > Today things have changed. I can actaully buy from a Danish company (on > line) and even save money. > This is a totally new thing. A few years ago Danish photodelaer and > on-line > dealers could not compete - at all. Now they can :-) > I even saved 50 USD by buying it "locally". I expect www.webfoto.dk has a > better import deal than any other Danish photo dealer :-) > > I hope to be doing some nice goup shots of the new city council in Koege > on > January 30th. - in appr. 9 days! > For shots like this I'd normally use a 6x6 camera. I hope the K10D can > actually compete? > > Regards > Jens Bladt > > > http://www.jensbladt.dk > +45 56 63 77 11 > +45 23 43 85 77 > > > -- > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.1/640 - Release Date: 01/19/2007 > 16:46 > > > -- > 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: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash
I should clarify that adjust the iso in P mode is via the front e dial while holding the ok button. - Original Message - From: "Joseph Tainter" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2007 9:58 AM Subject: Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash > > J and K, does this work in Program mode, or only in Tv and Av modes? > > > > Thanks, > > > > Joe > > - > > It works in Program mode. > > James > > - > > Hallelujah! > > Thanks, James. > > Pentax, all is forgiven. > > Well, almost all. The next firmware upgrade should allow us to use CF > cards. > > It is a good thing I did all that complaining last fall, eh, gang? See > what it brought us? > > Joe > > -- > 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: Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash]
It works in Program mode. James - Original Message - From: "Joseph Tainter" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2007 4:59 AM Subject: [Fwd: Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash] >I sent this a while ago, but it seems to have disappeared into the > magnetic aether. Sorry if it comes through twice. > > Joe > > Original Message > Subject: Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash > Date: Fri, 19 Jan 2007 10:15:19 -0700 > From: Joseph Tainter <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: pdml@pdml.net > > "Changing the iso with the ok button and front dial is really great > though." > > J and K, does this work in Program mode, or only in Tv and Av modes? > > Thanks, > > Joe > > > > -- > 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: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash
I've been playing with wireless flash. I'll try some long exposures tomorrow night. I haven't had a problem with the 30 sec shutdown with the battery that's been through a few charge cycles. Changing the iso with the ok button and front dial is really great though. - Original Message - From: "Patrick Genovese" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, January 19, 2007 9:49 PM Subject: Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash > For those brave soules who have updated to the new firmware... Any > improvements on? > > 1) Banding issue ? > 2) Shutdown if exposure exceeds 32s ? > > Regards > > Patrick > > On 1/19/07, J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> I have zero patience and willpower, so the new firmware is in. Wireless >> flash works a treat! >> - Original Message - >> From: "Jack Davis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" >> Sent: Friday, January 19, 2007 11:18 AM >> Subject: Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash >> >> >> > Do believe I'll wait for the "real" release by Pentax, but... >> > will the download/installation process be simply stated and clearly >> > explained. After downloading, I have the feeling that I'll not have the >> > slightest idea what to do to load it to my K10D? I do know where the >> > USB cord is but no idea as to the process. >> > I love to fret. >> > >> > Jack >> > >> > --- Digital Image Studio <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> > >> >> Firmware for K10D IS here... >> >> >> > http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1036&message=21716233 >> >> >> >> 1.10 Firmware can be downloaded from here: >> >> http://www.4shared.com/dir/1796154/f4cc7649/sharing.html >> >> >> >> -- >> >> Rob Studdert >> >> HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA >> >> Tel +61-2-9554-4110 >> >> UTC(GMT) +10 Hours >> >> [EMAIL PROTECTED] >> >> 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 >> >> >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > TV dinner still cooling? >> > Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV. >> > http://tv.yahoo.com/ >> > >> > -- >> > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> > PDML@pdml.net >> > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > >> > >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > > -- > Regards > > Patrick Genovese > > -- > 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: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash
I have zero patience and willpower, so the new firmware is in. Wireless flash works a treat! - Original Message - From: "Jack Davis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, January 19, 2007 11:18 AM Subject: Re: K10D pre-release firmware 1.10 now wireless flash > Do believe I'll wait for the "real" release by Pentax, but... > will the download/installation process be simply stated and clearly > explained. After downloading, I have the feeling that I'll not have the > slightest idea what to do to load it to my K10D? I do know where the > USB cord is but no idea as to the process. > I love to fret. > > Jack > > --- Digital Image Studio <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> Firmware for K10D IS here... >> > http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1036&message=21716233 >> >> 1.10 Firmware can be downloaded from here: >> http://www.4shared.com/dir/1796154/f4cc7649/sharing.html >> >> -- >> Rob Studdert >> HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA >> Tel +61-2-9554-4110 >> UTC(GMT) +10 Hours >> [EMAIL PROTECTED] >> 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 >> > > > > > > TV dinner still cooling? > Check out "Tonight's Picks" on Yahoo! TV. > http://tv.yahoo.com/ > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - Comet McNaught
Lol, or a small one for that matter. - Original Message - From: "Digital Image Studio" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:43 AM Subject: Re: PESO - Comet McNaught > On 17/01/07, P. J. Alling <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> I've never thought of using suburb as a unit of distance before... > > It's commonplace here, it comes with living in a large Australian city :-) > > -- > Rob Studdert > HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA > Tel +61-2-9554-4110 > UTC(GMT) +10 Hours > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > 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: PESO - Comet McNaught
Normal shots just showed a white dot, so I decided to track it to the horizon with a longer exposure. It moved a long way in 76 seconds! - Original Message - From: "Brian Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 10:55 PM Subject: Re: PESO - Comet McNaught > Now, come on. You just added a sloping white line in Photoshop, didn't > you. > > Interesting capture - I went out comet watching too but there was just too > much dirty haze in the south west to get a decent view. Saw it through > binoculars though. > > > > Cheers > > Brian > > ++++++++++++++ > Brian Walters > Western Sydney Australia > > > > > Quoting J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > >> I shot this in the back yard this evening (About 1/2 and hour ago >> actually) >> with the 600mm mirror lens and 2x teleconverter. That hill is 2 >> suburbs >> away (about 3km). This was a 76 second exposure with the wireless >> remote. >> I only closed the shutter when the comet disappeared behind the >> hill. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/yyxnj8 >> >> Cheers >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > -- > Click here for free information on nursing degrees, up to $150/hour > http://tags.bluebottle.com/fc/CAaCMPJmKixgPwNxxxW9A3ZhOYclAoaJ/ > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - Comet McNaught
I shot this in the back yard this evening (About 1/2 and hour ago actually) with the 600mm mirror lens and 2x teleconverter. That hill is 2 suburbs away (about 3km). This was a 76 second exposure with the wireless remote. I only closed the shutter when the comet disappeared behind the hill. http://tinyurl.com/yyxnj8 Cheers James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: PESO - what bird is this?
Thanks. I've also confirmed that it is a Silver eye. The lens is just a Sigma 600mm f8 mirror telephoto. It doesn't really have anything else to identify it. It's sharper than I was expecting though...if you get the focus spot on, which is a little difficult. James - Original Message - From: "P. J. Alling" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 1:57 PM Subject: Re: PESO - what bird is this? > Very nice, even with the donut shaped bokeh. Which Sigma did you get? > > J and K Messervy wrote: >> This is one of my first shots with the Sigma 600mm mirror lens I bought >> from >> Ebay. Was shot on the K10D with AF540FGZ flash with everything on full >> manual. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/yhyn37 >> >> I don't know what kind of bird it is, but they're about the size of a >> sparrow or finch and they're enjoying the apricots on the tree in our >> back >> yard at present. I was about 4 metres away when I took the shot. >> >> Cheers >> >> James >> >> >> > > > -- > -- > > The more I know of men, the more I like my dog. > -- Anne Louise Germaine de Stael > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
PESO - what bird is this?
This is one of my first shots with the Sigma 600mm mirror lens I bought from Ebay. Was shot on the K10D with AF540FGZ flash with everything on full manual. http://tinyurl.com/yhyn37 I don't know what kind of bird it is, but they're about the size of a sparrow or finch and they're enjoying the apricots on the tree in our back yard at present. I was about 4 metres away when I took the shot. Cheers James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K10D with AF540FGZ
I use the bounce card but usually have my iso set to 100. - Original Message - From: "Brendan MacRae" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 12:03 PM Subject: Re: K10D with AF540FGZ > Have you tried making sure that you're using the catch > panel when bouncing off the ceiling? I've found that > it works perfectly this way. It sends just enough > diffused light directly toward the subject (and adds a > nice catch light in the eyes). > > I use it this way and have no need for compensation in > P-TTL in AV mode with the K10D at ISO 200 and 400. My > flash photos this way are as near perfect as I could > want. > > -Brendan > --- J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> I received my flash the other day and have been >> playing with it a bit >> indoors and out. >> >> First impressions are good, however the exposure >> results in P-TTL are a >> little disappointing. I'm finding that for a shot >> indoors of my kids or >> similar at quite close range, bouncing off the white >> ceiling, I get spot on >> results...but only when I've set the flash exposure >> compensation to +1. >> >> I would have thought that this flash (considering >> how damn expensive it is) >> should provide proper exposure with everything set >> to default. I know >> bouncing loses some light, but it's not a power >> problem as I can manually >> set the flash to light properly. >> >> Anyone have any suggestions? >> >> Cheers >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > > __ > Do You Yahoo!? > Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around > http://mail.yahoo.com > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: K10D with AF540FGZ
Thanks for that reply mate. I find it annoying that it doesn't expose correctly in p-ttl and with the camera in auto mode. Surely that is the basic requirement for them to get right? Oh well, I'll just keep dialling in flash compensation or exposure compensation on the camera...at least it's easy enough to do. - Original Message - From: "William Robb" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, January 05, 2007 11:13 AM Subject: Re: K10D with AF540FGZ > > - Original Message - > From: "J and K Messervy" Subject: K10D with AF540FGZ > > >>I received my flash the other day and have been playing with it a bit >> indoors and out. >> >> First impressions are good, however the exposure results in P-TTL are a >> little disappointing. I'm finding that for a shot indoors of my kids or >> similar at quite close range, bouncing off the white ceiling, I get spot >> on >> results...but only when I've set the flash exposure compensation to +1. >> >> I would have thought that this flash (considering how damn expensive it >> is) >> should provide proper exposure with everything set to default. I know >> bouncing loses some light, but it's not a power problem as I can manually >> set the flash to light properly. >> >> Anyone have any suggestions? > > I was finding the same thing when I did bounce flash with the camera in > programmed exposure mode. A switch to manual exposure was the cure. > I don't mind, as that is how I usually use a flash, as I have a fairly low > tech approach caused by many years of using simple auto flash units such > as > the Metz 60CT-2. > It is a little odd though, that flash accuracy seems to have regressed as > the other technologies have improved. > BTW, it doesn't matter how expensive the flash is, it's still the camera > that is controlling the exposure in any TTL method. > > 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
K10D with AF540FGZ
I received my flash the other day and have been playing with it a bit indoors and out. First impressions are good, however the exposure results in P-TTL are a little disappointing. I'm finding that for a shot indoors of my kids or similar at quite close range, bouncing off the white ceiling, I get spot on results...but only when I've set the flash exposure compensation to +1. I would have thought that this flash (considering how damn expensive it is) should provide proper exposure with everything set to default. I know bouncing loses some light, but it's not a power problem as I can manually set the flash to light properly. Anyone have any suggestions? Cheers James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Winter's finger
Beautifully spotted and composed Bruce. - Original Message - From: "Bruce Dayton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Wednesday, January 03, 2007 11:27 AM Subject: Winter's finger > Taken on a recent outing in Utah. They do have snow there. > > Pentax K10D, A 70-210/4, Handheld > ISO 200, 1/180 sec @ f/11 > > http://www.daytonphoto.com/PAW/snow2006_06.htm > > Comments welcome > > -- > Bruce > > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Occupations?
I'm what's commonly referred to here in Australia as a Pube. That is a Public Servant (known as Civil Servant in some other parts of the world). I work for the Australian Government Department of Transport and Regional Services. James - Original Message - From: "Mike Hamilton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, January 02, 2007 5:18 PM Subject: OT: Occupations? > I've been reading this list for nearly 8 months now, and I'm aware of > some of your occupations... however some of you are a mystery to me. > I'm not sure if that's on purpose or not... :) > > Anyway, just for a starting point, I'm a elementary special education > teacher, presently substitute teaching as I'm just starting out back > in my hometown after a year teaching in Kingston-Upon-Hull (it's never > dull in Hull!), England , and then two years teaching in northern > Alberta. > > Anyone care to share? > > -- > Cheers, > > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > MichaelHamilton.ca > > -- > 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
GESO - NYE soccer match
We went to see a soccer match on Sunday evening and I tried the K10D out at high iso and with a very ordinary cheapie Sigma 70-210. I'm quite happy with the results. http://s13.photobucket.com/albums/a271/ShermanHJ60/Football/ Happy New Year to all! James Messervy -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: A bit more about K10D, please read.
Mine is the same, but as the images look right, I'm not too bothered. - Original Message - From: "Boris Liberman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, December 30, 2006 6:00 AM Subject: A bit more about K10D, please read. > Hi! > > First of, indeed my K10D has this banding. It appears if you push (make > brighter) the image all the way up. It is very similar to what I had on > *istD and I don't think I should bother. > > On the other hand I have a question. I shoot DNGs with AWB setting. > Images come out just right with just one but. The but is that my ACR > (3.5 I think in PS CS2) shows the color temperatures above 7,500 K even > for rather cold looking pictures and tint values start at 75 and go > upwards. Is there anything I can do or I will have to wait until Adobe > produces new version of ACR that will support K10D (PEFs and DNG > specifics)? > > Thanks. > > Boris > > -- > 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: Enablement - I finally have a superwide!
More than happy to mate. It'll pobably take a while to get here, but I'll post a few shots when it does. - Original Message - From: "Markus Maurer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 9:00 PM Subject: RE: Enablement - I finally have a superwide! > Hi James > would you mind showing some samples of the Sigma mirror lens later? > But please no brickwalls :-) I would like to see what I can expect from my > Tamron SP 500mm next year on a digital body. > thanks > Markus > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 3:33 AM > To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List > Subject: Enablement - I finally have a superwide! > > > I just picked up a Sigma 10-20 4-5,6 EX DC. the build quality is lovely, > can't wait > to try it out on the camera. > > I also have an AF540 FGZ flash and Sigma 600mm mirror lens coming from > Ebay. > That's it for me for quite some time in terms of buying gear. :) > > -- > 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: Sd Cards
You can use SDHC cards which I believe go up to 4 gig. - Original Message - From: "Charles Wilson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Thursday, December 21, 2006 8:29 PM Subject: Sd Cards > Dear All, > > Thinking of buying the Pentax K10D but would like some clarification about > SD cards. Is the maximum card in the K10 D only 2 gig or is it possible > to > use a 4 gig card. > > Merry Christmas to the list > > Regards > > > Charles Wilson > Sydney > Australia > > > > -- > 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: chime in if....
Yep, I've got two rolls of 120 Velvia 50, one mostly exposed and one ready to go. :) - Original Message - From: "Mark Erickson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "PDML" Sent: Wednesday, December 20, 2006 4:16 PM Subject: poll: chime in if > ...you've processed (or had processed) a roll of film recently > > > > -- > 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
Sigma 600mm mirror lens?
Has anyone had experience with the Sigma 600mm f8 mirror lens? I'm looking at getting one for when I need the reach of a super tele. >From what I can gather, they're reasonably sharp and just have slightly odd bokeh. Seems to be good value. James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Enablement - lens advice
I should hopefully have a little money to spend on lenses and a flash soon. I currently have the Pentax 18-55 kit lens, Sigma 70-210 f4.5-5.6 zoom (cheap and a little nasty), Sigma 50mm f2.8 manual focus macro and Vivitar 400mm f5.6 (cheap, nasty and soft). What I'd like is a decent telephoto aound the 400-500mm range, either a good zoom in the moderate telephoto range or a couple of good primes to cover the moderate telephoto range and a decent super wide rectilinear zoom. My budget (after purchasing an AF540 FGZ flash) will likely be approx AUD1300. I would prefer to stick with Pentax lenses, but good, sharp third party lenses would be okay (Sigma 10-20 for example). Can the Pentax lens gurus out there please give me some suggestions as to which lenses I should be looking for on Ebay, etc that would suit my needs in terms of focal length, provide good image quality and (hopefully) be affordable. Many thanks in advance! James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Shake Reduction Doesn't Work...
No need to apologise, I just reacted to the post and shot from the hip without thinking. As I've said, it appears my SR is not working correctly, but as it isn't a feature I'm too concerned about, I'm not overly worried about it right now. James - Original Message - From: "Bob Sullivan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, December 17, 2006 2:27 PM Subject: Re: Shake Reduction Doesn't Work... > James, > My apologies. > I hope your camera isn't broken, and you're just mis-interpreting your > results. > Regards, Bob S. > > On 12/16/06, J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> "The sky is falling, the sky is falling!" cried Chicken Little. >> > or so goes the children's tale. >> > >> > I got tired of listening to all these 'nervious nellies'. >> > I got tired of looking at movies of shaking sensors. >> > I've got the sensor cleaner turned off, so I don't feel any shaking, >> > or more specifically any shake reduction on the K10D. >> > >> > So is it working or not? I shot a test this morning, see below... >> > I used the K10D and DA16-45mm at F4 and 1/8th of a second. >> > >> > http://picasaweb.google.com/rf.sullivan/ShakeReductionPentaxK10D >> > >> > The bubbles in the water are much sharper with SR On. >> > >> > Now think about the amount of movement the sensor did. >> > Not very much! No wonder I can't feel anything. >> > >> > Do us all a favor and test your results before you whine. >> >> >> I take offence at this. No need to be a nasty b*tch thanks very much. >> My >> shake reduction sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. This has been >> bourne out by both watching the sensor move (or not) AND by the >> photographic >> results. Having said that, I love the camera and SR is not that >> important >> to me, so the sky is NOT falling, it just appears that the occasional >> unit >> has glitches...which is to be expected with a new model. >> >> It is a FACT that my SR is intermittant in its operation. I wish that >> wasn't the case, but I'm loathe to send it away for rectification as I >> don't >> want to be without the camera. >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> 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: Shake Reduction Doesn't Work...
I wouldn't know. :) James - Original Message - From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, December 17, 2006 11:12 AM Subject: Re: Shake Reduction Doesn't Work... > > Rectification can be painful. > Paul > On Dec 16, 2006, at 6:24 PM, J and K Messervy wrote: > >> "The sky is falling, the sky is falling!" cried Chicken Little. >>> or so goes the children's tale. >>> >>> I got tired of listening to all these 'nervious nellies'. >>> I got tired of looking at movies of shaking sensors. >>> I've got the sensor cleaner turned off, so I don't feel any shaking, >>> or more specifically any shake reduction on the K10D. >>> >>> So is it working or not? I shot a test this morning, see below... >>> I used the K10D and DA16-45mm at F4 and 1/8th of a second. >>> >>> http://picasaweb.google.com/rf.sullivan/ShakeReductionPentaxK10D >>> >>> The bubbles in the water are much sharper with SR On. >>> >>> Now think about the amount of movement the sensor did. >>> Not very much! No wonder I can't feel anything. >>> >>> Do us all a favor and test your results before you whine. >> >> >> I take offence at this. No need to be a nasty b*tch thanks very >> much. My >> shake reduction sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. This has been >> bourne out by both watching the sensor move (or not) AND by the >> photographic >> results. Having said that, I love the camera and SR is not that >> important >> to me, so the sky is NOT falling, it just appears that the >> occasional unit >> has glitches...which is to be expected with a new model. >> >> It is a FACT that my SR is intermittant in its operation. I wish that >> wasn't the case, but I'm loathe to send it away for rectification >> as I don't >> want to be without the camera. >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> 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: Shake Reduction Doesn't Work...
"The sky is falling, the sky is falling!" cried Chicken Little. > or so goes the children's tale. > > I got tired of listening to all these 'nervious nellies'. > I got tired of looking at movies of shaking sensors. > I've got the sensor cleaner turned off, so I don't feel any shaking, > or more specifically any shake reduction on the K10D. > > So is it working or not? I shot a test this morning, see below... > I used the K10D and DA16-45mm at F4 and 1/8th of a second. > > http://picasaweb.google.com/rf.sullivan/ShakeReductionPentaxK10D > > The bubbles in the water are much sharper with SR On. > > Now think about the amount of movement the sensor did. > Not very much! No wonder I can't feel anything. > > Do us all a favor and test your results before you whine. I take offence at this. No need to be a nasty b*tch thanks very much. My shake reduction sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. This has been bourne out by both watching the sensor move (or not) AND by the photographic results. Having said that, I love the camera and SR is not that important to me, so the sky is NOT falling, it just appears that the occasional unit has glitches...which is to be expected with a new model. It is a FACT that my SR is intermittant in its operation. I wish that wasn't the case, but I'm loathe to send it away for rectification as I don't want to be without the camera. James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: SR Weirdness
Yes, I used manual mode and sometimes it worked, sometimes it didn't. - Original Message - From: "Lawrence Kwan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, December 15, 2006 7:45 PM Subject: Re: SR Weirdness > On Fri, 15 Dec 2006, J and K Messervy wrote: >> I just tested my camera and more often than not, the sensor does not >> move. >> This backs up my experience when trying out SR in photos. I got the >> impression it wasn't working much of the time. Turns out it isn't. :( > > Make sure that for the testing, you choose a long shutter speed in > *Manual* mode. Do not use Bulb mode, as it would disable the SR. > > > > -- > --Lawrence [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.vex.net/~lawrence -- > --Tungsten T3 Enhanced DIA KeyboardNokia Ringtone Convertor-- > > -- > 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: SR Weirdness
I just tested my camera and more often than not, the sensor does not move. This backs up my experience when trying out SR in photos. I got the impression it wasn't working much of the time. Turns out it isn't. :( I really DON'T want to send it away for warranty repair as it's my only digital camera. James - Original Message - From: "Peter Loveday" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, December 15, 2006 3:12 PM Subject: SR Weirdness > I've done a quick video (sorry about the dodgy quality) to illustrate the > sensor popping to a corner and locking issue I'm seeing in SR. > > http://www.users.on.net/~ploveday/SRTest.mov (its about 5MB) > > The movement of the camera looks a little exagerated in this video.. I'm > not > actually shaking it wildly... this can happen in (not so still) hand > holding. I realise this example is out of the realms of realistic SR > performance, but it doesn't explain why it does this at times... > > This was done on manual focus, manual exposue (8 sec), SR on (of course). > > You'll see the sensor moving quite happily (its kinda cool to watch if > you've not done so already), then about 2/3rds of the way through the > sensor > pops to the lower corner, then never moves again... I'd be interested to > know if anyone else is seeing this too. Or hearing it (you can hear the > gentle buzzing of the SR, then 'pop' and it stops). > > Thanks! > > - Peter Loveday > > > -- > 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 Christmas lights
Yep, lovely shot. - Original Message - From: "Rick Womer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, December 10, 2006 9:04 AM Subject: Re: PESO Christmas lights > Wonderful! > > --- mike wilson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> > http://home.fotocommunity.com/mike.a.wilson/index.php?id=529253&d=7388714 >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > > http://www.photo.net/photos/RickW > > > > > Any questions? Get answers on any topic at www.Answers.yahoo.com. Try it > now. > > -- > 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: K10D iso 1600
Thanks mate. I'm biased of course. :) James - Original Message - From: "Tim Øsleby" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Pentax-Discuss Mail List'" Sent: Sunday, December 10, 2006 12:52 AM Subject: RE: K10D iso 1600 > This picture made me smile. Lovely daughter. > > If I where younger the picture could enable me. And I'm not referring to > the > noise performance of the camera. > > > Tim > Mostly harmless (just plain Norwegian) > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of J > and K Messervy > Sent: 8. desember 2006 10:24 > To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List > Subject: K10D iso 1600 > > Considering I very rarely shot above iso 400 with my istDL, I'm very > pleased > > with the high iso performance of the K10. > > This is my 3 month old daughter this evening at iso1600 > > http://tinyurl.com/ygp2wc > > And here's a 100% crop > > http://tinyurl.com/y8mrn7 > > DNG convereted in ACR and that's it. > > James > > > -- > 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: K10D WB system observations
I'm doing the child care centre's "graduation" Christmas concert for the kids going to kindy next year. No biggie, they just asked me to take the photos and I might make a few dollars pocket money. I really wanted to have an AF540FGZ for this as my Sigma flash won't work properly with the K10D. I think I'll have to take the photos outside in open shade and use the built in flash for fill. James - Original Message - From: "William Robb" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2006 5:47 AM Subject: Re: K10D WB system observations > > - Original Message - > From: "Mark Roberts" > Subject: Re: K10D WB system observations > > >> >> Like Santa photos, school portraits, etc. Anyone on the list doing the >> school photo thing? I'll bet that business has changed a lot over the >> years - in terms of people's expectations regarding turnaround time. >> > > I put two schools to bed last week. Several hundreds of jpegs had to be > knocked down to one shot per child, sorted to the appropriate > directories for package actions, and then sent to the printer. > It's pretty mind numbing work, and it is a type of photography where in > camera processing is the way to go. > > 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: K10D at low speeds
This was one of my first shots with the K10D. Outside in late afternoon light. ISO 100 and no noise removal at all. Shot as DNG and converted to PSD in ACR. Then levels, curves, rezize down and very slight smart sharpen and that was it. No noise that I can see and the sharpness and punch of the shots coming from the K10D have really startled me compared to the ist DL. http://tinyurl.com/yflpqx Cheers James - Original Message - From: "Dario Bonazza" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2006 1:35 AM Subject: K10D at low speeds > Hi all, > > For some reason, I still haven't been able to put my hands on a K10D, > which > I plan to do soon. > > So far I've seen plenty of sample pics taken with the K10D at high ISO > settings, which of course was the main concern prior to its release. Now I > feel comfortable with this camera performance in those conditions, but... > less so at low speeds. > > IMO, one of the big advantages of digital upon film was its lack of grain > in > properly exposed pictures at low/medium speeds. Unfortunately, I can see > grain striking back everywhere in digital photography, due to ever > increasing pixel density in sensors. I'm already accustomed to see grainy > pictures even at 50 ISO with P&S digicams, but I hate that in DSLR's! I > especially dislike those portrait pictures were the well-lit parts of the > face are color balanced while the shadow ones are yellowish due to noise. > > I don'r remember seeing a K10D picture, taken at any speed, where noise is > negligible. Can you K10D folks show me any picture taken at say 100 or 200 > ISO were noise is well controlled WITHOUT the need of de-noising? Is this > camera capable to take a noise-free picture, just like all 6-megapixel > Pentax DLSRs are? > > Thanks, > > Dario > (dreaming of a 6-megapixel K50D = K100D plus two wheels, Dust Removal and > USM support) > > > -- > 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: K10D iso 1600
Thanks very much Jan. I did a very low level colour noise removal in ACR. - Original Message - From: "Jan van Wijk" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, December 08, 2006 9:26 PM Subject: Re: K10D iso 1600 > Hi James,, > > On Fri, 8 Dec 2006 20:24:26 +1100, J and K Messervy wrote: > >>Considering I very rarely shot above iso 400 with my istDL, I'm very >>pleased >>with the high iso performance of the K10. >> >>This is my 3 month old daughter this evening at iso1600 >> >>http://tinyurl.com/ygp2wc > > Cute little girl! > >>And here's a 100% crop >> >>http://tinyurl.com/y8mrn7 >> >>DNG convereted in ACR and that's it. > > Looks very good to me considering ISO 1600. > Did you do some de-noising in ACR ? > > Regards, JvW > > -- > Jan van Wijk; http://www.dfsee.com/gallery > > > > -- > 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
K10D iso 1600
Considering I very rarely shot above iso 400 with my istDL, I'm very pleased with the high iso performance of the K10. This is my 3 month old daughter this evening at iso1600 http://tinyurl.com/ygp2wc And here's a 100% crop http://tinyurl.com/y8mrn7 DNG convereted in ACR and that's it. James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: Don't mention the Ashes
For our American friends, I could explain cricket, but it'd take about 100,000 words and I'm just not going to type all night. Imagine a slow moving baseball game that goes for 5 days and you'd be getting sort of close. :) - Original Message - From: "Brian Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2006 8:30 PM Subject: Re: OT: Don't mention the Ashes > Now, now.be nice. They're not back yet. > > For the benefit of our North American friends, Dave is talking cricket. > For the benefit of our English friends Yeah! > > > > Cheers > > Brian > > ++ > Brian Walters > Western Sydney Australia > > > > > Quoting David Savage <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > >> please no one bring it up. >> >> er...oops... >> >> Dave. >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > -- > Interest Only Refinancing > Refinancing is easy! We help people in any credit situation refinance. > http://tagline.bidsystem.com/fc/BgLEQfI1UO1xvzcPCgkjtfZthTd2fy0rJ6j7/ > > > -- > 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: Don't mention the Ashes
hehehehe, what a match. The English made the mistake of being negative today. They needed to score some runs. - Original Message - From: "David Savage" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2006 7:21 PM Subject: OT: Don't mention the Ashes > ...please no one bring it up. > > er...oops... > > 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: K10D w/FA 200 F4 Macro
Lovely shot. on my monitor it looks a little dark, but that's probably my monitor rather than your exposure. - Original Message - From: "Joseph Tainter" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 04, 2006 3:15 PM Subject: PESO: K10D w/FA 200 F4 Macro > http://www.fotocommunity.com/pc/pc/mypics/535671/display/7358516 > > Taken today at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix. 1/60 handheld > with shake reduction on. Specs at the bottom of the photo. Comments > welcome. > > Joe > > -- > 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 - art imitating death
Thanks Brian The colour version had very little colour in it. Just a bit of green for the water plants and a cyan/blue tinge in the mist. To my eye it had just enough colour to ruin the composition and not enough to add anything meaningful. James - Original Message - From: "Brian Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, December 03, 2006 7:02 PM Subject: Re: peso - art imitating death > Excellent composition. The mist adds a nice degree of softness to the > background. > > It looks great in B&w but I wonder what the colour version was like? > > > Cheers > > Brian > > ++++++ > Brian Walters > Western Sydney Australia > > > Quoting J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > >> This is a bronze sculpture of a wrecked jetty in the sculpture >> gardens of >> the National Gallery in Canberra, Australia. >> >> I'm glad of the sealed body on the K10D as the mist was getting >> into >> everything. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/uonnk >> >> Cheers >> >> James >> > > -- > $200,000 Loan for as Low as $771/mo > Other refi and home equity loans available. Serious inquiries only. > http://tagline.bidsystem.com/fc/BgLEQfI70YdFKaSc3sVINAVjGfyxiK6uQQBs/ > > > -- > 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 - art imitating death
Thanks mate. The B&W conversion was done in PS CS2 with the channel mixer. I mucked about with trying to add grain but didn't like the results, so I left it as is. - Original Message - From: "Brendan MacRae" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Sunday, December 03, 2006 2:53 PM Subject: Re: peso - art imitating death > Nice. > > In camera B/W filter or converter later? And how? > > -Brendan > --- J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> This is a bronze sculpture of a wrecked jetty in the >> sculpture gardens of >> the National Gallery in Canberra, Australia. >> >> I'm glad of the sealed body on the K10D as the mist >> was getting into >> everything. >> >> http://tinyurl.com/uonnk >> >> Cheers >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > > > > > Do you Yahoo!? > Everyone is raving about the all-new Yahoo! Mail beta. > http://new.mail.yahoo.com > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
peso - art imitating death
This is a bronze sculpture of a wrecked jetty in the sculpture gardens of the National Gallery in Canberra, Australia. I'm glad of the sealed body on the K10D as the mist was getting into everything. http://tinyurl.com/uonnk Cheers James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Some random thoughts on my K10D
> * I'm not always confident the SR is working. I can't hear it, and many > tests I've done have been inconclusive. Sometimes the SR shot is less > sharp > than the regular one, but in other cases its vastly better. I'm not sure > if > I'm just not used to it, or if its not working reliably in my camera. Hmmm. I've had exactly the same experience with mine. I've really not noticed any benefit from the SR. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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Re: K10D image quality
Read the post. There's been no processing of either file. I'll take the k10d shot over the muddy, red dl shot any day. - Original Message - From: "Rob Brigham" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, December 01, 2006 9:47 PM Subject: RE: K10D image quality > Immediate thing that comes to mind here is that the K10D shot has waaay > too much contrast and the mid range in addition to the shadow areas are > dissapearing into blackness. I think you have also gone too far (on my > monitor) away from the red cast and the K10D shot now has a greenish > cast. > > I have to say that I would be seriously unhappy with the K10 shot here - > unless processing is the cause... > > Rob > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: 30 November 2006 23:50 > To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List > Subject: Re: K10D image quality > > > Here's the link to the comparison shots...as I said, they're tiny but > the difference is > very noticeable. Both were iso200 with auto whitebalance in aperture > priority with > the lens stopped right down. > > http://tinyurl.com/y5mqe4 > > Another interesting thing is that these files have been resized to > exactly the same > number of pixels, however the K10D file is about 25% larger. Clearly > the K10D > captures and retains more data. > > Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: > >> There may be wailing and gnashing of teeth over on DPReview about >> perceived problems with the K10D, but my initial impressions with my >> new K10D are that this camera delivers >> astonishing image quality! Images are much sharper right out of the >> camera (even with >> the same lens) than my istDL. The colour balance and rendition are >> vastly superior to >> the istDL and the tonal gradations and shadow detail (in fact dynamic >> range in general) >> are also vastly superior to the DL. >> >> Every shot from the DL had to be quite drastically tweaked in levels >> to get rid of the red cast in every shot. Levels, curves, selective >> colour and slight selective saturation >> adjustments are part of my regular workflow for images from the DL. >> >> Last night, I found that a very quick and subtle tweak of levels and >> curves were all I needed to get more than satisfactory results from my > >> K10D files. >> >> They really do POP! I also did an experiment with the same lens, same > >> settings on the tripod, etc between the two cameras. I shot RAW and >> converted to JPEG with no >> adjustments whatsoever. Unfortunately, I resized them a little too >> small, so I'll redo it >> with larger files, but the difference between the two was >> staggering. >> >> In isolation the istDL shot looks okay. When compared to the K10D >> shot, the istDL shot is unacceptably soft, muddy, underexposed and >> red. The difference really did blow me >> away. >> >> Long story short...even though I had built the K10D up a huge amount, >> it has certainly met my expectations. >> >> The only issue I've had is the shake reduction appears to be a little >> intermittant. >> Sometimes it works (you can hear it during exposure) and sometimes it >> doesn't. >> >> Cheeers >> James >> >> -- >> 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: K10D in Australia
Damn you! :) I rang the store I ordered through this arvo and they said they'd just received a stock delivery. I thought "YES!" until they said they'd unpack and go through the order tomorrow and would I like to ring back about lunchtime tomorrow? I even went in there to beg, but they just said they wouldn't look at the stock until the morning. :( How frustrating knowing that my camera was probably sitting there in a box but they couldn't be arsed getting it! James - Original Message - From: "Leon Altoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 5:16 PM Subject: Re: K10D in Australia >I have proof that they are in Australia. My battery is charging right now. > > Leon > > http://www.bluering.org.au > http://www.bluering.org.au/leon > > > [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: >> I just spoke to a CR Kennedy person in Meblourne and they told me that >> the allocation of >> K10Ds for the store I've ordered through is on the truck and due in the >> store tomorrow or >> Wednesday at the latest! >> >> Of course the person I spoke to in the store had no idea, they said next >> week. :) >> >> Fingers crossed I'll have my K10D tomorrow afternoon. >> > > -- > 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
Difinitive answer on Sigma flashes and K10D?
I have a Sigma EF500 DG ST flash that I use for all of my flash photography at present. I am saving for a Pentax AF540 but am concerned that I may need to find the funds for the Pentax sooner. I've been asked by my daughter's child care centre to take the group photos of the preschoolers "graduating" to Kindi this year. As it will be flash photography and I'll be using the K10D, can anyone tell me whether the Sigma will sork with the camera? If the answer is no, does that mean it won't work at all or will it just not meter as effectively. I'm very much a lay person when it comes to the finer points of flash photography and the terminology. If I won't be able to use the Sigma, I'll need to find some way to get hold of the Pentax flash in the next 2-3 weeks...not sure that's possible. Thanks James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: OT: AOL Gallery (was Re: Flickr camera stats)
Ummm, yeah, I'm not sure how that happend... Oops - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, November 26, 2006 3:54 PM Subject: Re: OT: AOL Gallery (was Re: Flickr camera stats) > In a message dated 11/25/2006 7:46:12 PM Pacific Standard Time, > [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > It's those ten extra bits rattling around in there. They're discarded > when > the 22 bit ADC produces 12 bit raw files. I believe there's a little > canister in the body that holds the discarded bits. That's what you can > hear rattling. When full, you'll have to remove the canister to empty the > discarded bits. > > :) > == > Very good reply to rattle question. But you got the wrong thread. > > Hehehehehe. > > Marnie > > -- > 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: AOL Gallery (was Re: Flickr camera stats)
It's those ten extra bits rattling around in there. They're discarded when the 22 bit ADC produces 12 bit raw files. I believe there's a little canister in the body that holds the discarded bits. That's what you can hear rattling. When full, you'll have to remove the canister to empty the discarded bits. :) James - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, November 26, 2006 1:20 PM Subject: Re: OT: AOL Gallery (was Re: Flickr camera stats) > In a message dated 11/25/2006 1:32:56 PM Pacific Standard Time, > [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >> What's going on here, huh? Do you see signs of a belly-up situation for >> AOL >> in the future? > > No. :-) We are actually doing quite well. > > Christian > === > Thanks. > > Yeah, I don't like the ads on my newsreader. Often the picture must finish > loading (now that they are using animated gifs) before the particular > email I am > reading will open up. > > Ad-based, huh? Okay, that makes semi-sense. > > Thx again. Marnie aka Doe :-) > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Did Winston churchill know JCO?
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Re: My First K10D BW
fablious, as my 4yo would say. Great shot! - Original Message - From: "William Robb" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, November 25, 2006 1:07 PM Subject: Re: My First K10D BW > > - Original Message - > From: "Paul Stenquist" > Subject: Re: My First K10D BW > > >> Actually, there are subtle differences. Not. Here's the other URL: >> http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=5249638 > > I can't believe I missed that. > That is a wonderful picture. > > 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: First scanned slides from the P67
I agree, I will play with different crops. Unfortunately, when I was taking the shot, I had my family waiting impatiently and had to rush. Otherwise I would have moved a bit to get that bollard out of the shot. - Original Message - From: "Tom C" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, November 24, 2006 4:31 AM Subject: Re: First scanned slides from the P67 > That's what I thought too. > > Tom C. > > >>Harbour lights would really be a stunner without that thing-a-ma gig on >>the >>LH side. >> >>Kenneth Waller >> >>- Original Message - >>From: "J and K Messervy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >>Subject: First scanned slides from the P67 >> >> >> > I've had a few Velvia 50 trannies from the 67 scanned (low res 4mb >>tiff). >> > Here are two of them, all I've done is crop, curves and smart sharpen. >> > >> > I just love the colour and sharpness of the originals, obviously some >> > of >> > that gets lost in the scan. >> > >> > Silhouette >> > http://tinyurl.com/tgz72 >> > >> > Harbour Lights >> > http://tinyurl.com/wjm9m >> > >> > Comments, criticism and suggestions all welcome. >> > >> > James M >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > -- >> > 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
First scanned slides from the P67
I've had a few Velvia 50 trannies from the 67 scanned (low res 4mb tiff). Here are two of them, all I've done is crop, curves and smart sharpen. I just love the colour and sharpness of the originals, obviously some of that gets lost in the scan. Silhouette http://tinyurl.com/tgz72 Harbour Lights http://tinyurl.com/wjm9m Comments, criticism and suggestions all welcome. James M -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: P67 + Velvia 50 = WOW!
That's right. I rated it at 40 but it was processed normally. - Original Message - From: "Patrick Genovese" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, November 18, 2006 10:44 PM Subject: Re: P67 + Velvia 50 = WOW! > You rate it at iso 40 but process it normally right --- ie you are > overexposing by approx 1/3 stop correct ? > > rgds > Patrick > > > On 11/18/06, J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> When reading up about the film, I noticed that it was almost universally >> rated at around 40 or so by pros. Judging by the almost flawless >> exposures >> I got, I'm not going to argue with that. >> >> James >> - Original Message - >> From: "Brendan MacRae" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" >> Sent: Saturday, November 18, 2006 7:58 PM >> Subject: Re: P67 + Velvia 50 = WOW! >> >> >> > Yeah, the first time getting back some transparencies >> > with this camera is fun. >> > >> > One question, why rate positive ISO 50 film at ISO 40? >> > I would go the other way and underexpose it slightly >> > by rating the film at ISO 64 or more. >> > >> > -Brendan >> > --- J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> > >> >> A few people told me that I'd be blown away when I >> >> finally got some colour >> >> transparencies deveoloped from the P67. Well, I >> >> shot two and a bit rolls of >> >> Velvia 50 in Sydney on Sunday night, Monday morning >> >> andWOW! >> >> >> >> Under the 8X magnifying loupe I bought, the detail, >> >> sharpness and colour are >> >> simply stunning. I rated the film at iso 40 and >> >> shot everything from >> >> fireworks to a night shot of Darling Harbour to the >> >> street scene from the >> >> 11th floor hotel balcony and the results really do >> >> blow away anything I >> >> could acheive with Velvia 50 and the 35mm LX. >> >> >> >> I'm planning to get some of the frames scanned at >> >> lowish res next week so I >> >> can post them on the web. I will link to them when >> >> they're ready. >> >> >> >> I can't wait to get a 45mm lens for this camera...so >> >> far all I have is the >> >> 75mm f4.5 which is SHARP! >> >> >> >> I may have lost the LX wink, but I've definitely >> >> gained the 67 grin from ear >> >> to ear. >> >> >> >> I didn't even mind carrying my lowerpro computrekker >> >> back back around Syndey >> >> full of istDL, P67, lenses and filters and the >> >> tripod. People may have >> >> looked at me funny and my wife my have rolled her >> >> eyes, but the results are >> >> SO worth it. >> >> >> >> James >> >> >> >> >> >> -- >> >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> >> PDML@pdml.net >> >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> >> >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > Sponsored Link >> > >> > $420k for $1,399/mo. >> > Think You Pay Too Much For Your Mortgage? >> > Find Out! www.LowerMyBills.com/lre >> > >> > -- >> > 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 >> > > > -- > Regards > > Patrick Genovese > > -- > 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: P67 + Velvia 50 = WOW!
When reading up about the film, I noticed that it was almost universally rated at around 40 or so by pros. Judging by the almost flawless exposures I got, I'm not going to argue with that. James - Original Message - From: "Brendan MacRae" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, November 18, 2006 7:58 PM Subject: Re: P67 + Velvia 50 = WOW! > Yeah, the first time getting back some transparencies > with this camera is fun. > > One question, why rate positive ISO 50 film at ISO 40? > I would go the other way and underexpose it slightly > by rating the film at ISO 64 or more. > > -Brendan > --- J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> A few people told me that I'd be blown away when I >> finally got some colour >> transparencies deveoloped from the P67. Well, I >> shot two and a bit rolls of >> Velvia 50 in Sydney on Sunday night, Monday morning >> andWOW! >> >> Under the 8X magnifying loupe I bought, the detail, >> sharpness and colour are >> simply stunning. I rated the film at iso 40 and >> shot everything from >> fireworks to a night shot of Darling Harbour to the >> street scene from the >> 11th floor hotel balcony and the results really do >> blow away anything I >> could acheive with Velvia 50 and the 35mm LX. >> >> I'm planning to get some of the frames scanned at >> lowish res next week so I >> can post them on the web. I will link to them when >> they're ready. >> >> I can't wait to get a 45mm lens for this camera...so >> far all I have is the >> 75mm f4.5 which is SHARP! >> >> I may have lost the LX wink, but I've definitely >> gained the 67 grin from ear >> to ear. >> >> I didn't even mind carrying my lowerpro computrekker >> back back around Syndey >> full of istDL, P67, lenses and filters and the >> tripod. People may have >> looked at me funny and my wife my have rolled her >> eyes, but the results are >> SO worth it. >> >> James >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> > > > > > > Sponsored Link > > $420k for $1,399/mo. > Think You Pay Too Much For Your Mortgage? > Find Out! www.LowerMyBills.com/lre > > -- > 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
P67 + Velvia 50 = WOW!
A few people told me that I'd be blown away when I finally got some colour transparencies deveoloped from the P67. Well, I shot two and a bit rolls of Velvia 50 in Sydney on Sunday night, Monday morning andWOW! Under the 8X magnifying loupe I bought, the detail, sharpness and colour are simply stunning. I rated the film at iso 40 and shot everything from fireworks to a night shot of Darling Harbour to the street scene from the 11th floor hotel balcony and the results really do blow away anything I could acheive with Velvia 50 and the 35mm LX. I'm planning to get some of the frames scanned at lowish res next week so I can post them on the web. I will link to them when they're ready. I can't wait to get a 45mm lens for this camera...so far all I have is the 75mm f4.5 which is SHARP! I may have lost the LX wink, but I've definitely gained the 67 grin from ear to ear. I didn't even mind carrying my lowerpro computrekker back back around Syndey full of istDL, P67, lenses and filters and the tripod. People may have looked at me funny and my wife my have rolled her eyes, but the results are SO worth it. James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Bad news
This post scared the hell out of me. I was sure it was going to be a news story about how the K10D release and shipment was being delayed further. Phew! - Original Message - From: "Peter Loveday" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Wednesday, November 08, 2006 10:13 PM Subject: Re: Bad news > >I am sorry to be the bearer of bad tidings: >> >> http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601101&sid=aj9runQF0f_4&refer=japan >> http://tinyurl.com/wpvss >> >> If Pentax keeps going like this, we'll have to go back to discussing >> pictures. > > Indeed. > > Pentax making more money than expected? Thats just not right... The sky > is > most definitely falling now. > > > Hmm, perhaps they can use those extra hundred million odd yen to buy some > aperture simulators? :) > > - Peter Loveday > > > -- > 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: November Moon
Good idea, well executed. I like the differentness of it. - Original Message - From: "Daniel J. Matyola" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, November 04, 2006 9:59 AM Subject: Re: PESO: November Moon > Very nice. I love the color and the birds. They take it out of the > ordinary. > > Dan > > On 11/3/06, Jack Davis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> A couple of details. Shot about 20 frames of the moon with A*300 f/2.8, >> 1.4L T/C and 85B filter. (from my back patio) >> Rewound the 20 frames in the LX (great feature), removed the 1.4L T/C >> and, next day, headed for a local State Wildlife Refuge. Taken at about >> noon. >> Underexposed geese by 3 stops (2 by - exposure comp. and one by >> shooting 100 ISO Provia at ISO 200). Left the 85B in place. >> This small jpg produces some nodes (?) on the edge of the moon. >> Something I haven't see before. They do disappear with zoom in. >> Would liked to have had the full frame width, but the moon was too near >> the center, thus the 8x10 crop. >> Enlarged moon double exposure is, perhaps, the ultimate cliche in >> photography, but, it seems, I have no shame. >> >> Jack >> >> Comments certainly appreciated. >> >> http://photolightimages.com/aspupload/detail.asp?ID=198 >> >> >> >> >> >> __ >> Check out the New Yahoo! Mail - Fire up a more powerful email and get >> things done faster. >> (http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mailbeta) >> >> >> -- >> 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: Wacom Graphire pen
I honestly can't recall. You can get prices on google. I only got a small one due to budget restraints, but it's good enough and it wasn't hugely expensive. - Original Message - From: "Mat Maessen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, November 04, 2006 9:36 AM Subject: Re: Wacom Graphire pen > On 11/3/06, J and K Messervy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> I use a Wacom tablet. It's absolutely essential for fine selections or >> other detail work. Much more comfortable and precise than usinng the >> mouse. > > How much does a decent one run these days? I'm thinking of putting it > on the Christmas list... > > -Mat > > -- > 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: Wacom Graphire pen
I use a Wacom tablet. It's absolutely essential for fine selections or other detail work. Much more comfortable and precise than usinng the mouse. - Original Message - From: "Jens Bladt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Saturday, November 04, 2006 8:30 AM Subject: OT: Wacom Graphire pen > Does anyone use a pen for photoediting in the computer, please? > Is a a wortwhile investment? > Regards > > Jens Bladt > http://www.jensbladt.dk > +45 56 63 77 11 > +45 23 43 85 77 > > > > > -- > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.13.25/515 - Release Date: > 11/03/2006 > > > -- > 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: My first digital pic (Was: Oh how times have changed)
Are you sure that isn't a K10D high ISO sample? ;-) - Original Message - From: "Paul Stenquist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, November 03, 2006 10:29 PM Subject: My first digital pic (Was: Oh how times have changed) > Here's one of the computer eyes pics I made with my apple II in the mid > 1980s. Ingrid, the little girl on the right is now a 23 year old writer > living in New York. Heidi, the girl on the left. is a 30 year old art > director in Chicago. They had to sit very still for these to get good > results. The big Sharp VHS video camera was connected to a card in the > computer slot. > http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=5155730 > > On Nov 3, 2006, at 5:30 AM, Paul Stenquist wrote: > >> The first digital imaging I did was with a Computer Eyes card in an >> Apple IIGS with 256K RAM and 1 megahertz clock speed. It captured >> single frames using a video camera. >> Paul >> On Nov 2, 2006, at 11:11 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: >> >>> >>> On Nov 2, 2006, at 6:10 PM, J and K Messervy wrote: >>> >>>> I borrowed "The Medium Format Advantage" by Enrst Wildi from the >>>> local >>>> library the other day and it is very informative. The book was >>>> published in >>>> 1995. I've just reached the chapter on Digital Imaging and Medium >>>> Format >>>> and it is almost quaint. >>>> >>>> I quote: >>>> >>>> "Image processing programs run faster when there is a large amount >>>> of RAM >>>> available. Plan on at least 16 MB of RAM. If you want to do >>>> commercial >>>> work, plan on more. Just as you will need plenty of RAM when >>>> processing >>>> your images, you will need a large-capacity hard disk for storing >>>> your >>>> images. At lease 300 MB is a good starting place." >>> >>> Ah, the good old days. Back when I started doing digital imaging, a >>> 10Mbyte hard drive and 512K RAM was such a huge amount of computing >>> space for a home computer it was almost inconceivable that I could >>> own it for under $4000! >>> >>> (The system I did digital imaging work on for NASA cost over $28 >>> Million and required a 20x30', power and air conditioned room to >>> house it in.) >>> >>> 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 >> > > > -- > 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
Oh how times have changed
I borrowed "The Medium Format Advantage" by Enrst Wildi from the local library the other day and it is very informative. The book was published in 1995. I've just reached the chapter on Digital Imaging and Medium Format and it is almost quaint. I quote: "Image processing programs run faster when there is a large amount of RAM available. Plan on at least 16 MB of RAM. If you want to do commercial work, plan on more. Just as you will need plenty of RAM when processing your images, you will need a large-capacity hard disk for storing your images. At lease 300 MB is a good starting place." :) James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Simplified zone exposure system for colour transparency
Thanks mate. i'll try a few shots with both methods and take notes so I have a good starting point. - Original Message - From: "William Robb" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Sent: Friday, November 03, 2006 9:08 AM Subject: Re: Simplified zone exposure system for colour transparency > > ----- Original Message - > From: "J and K Messervy" > Subject: Re: Simplified zone exposure system for colour transparency > > > >>> >> I can use the meter prism, but it's a bit of an unknown. I thought >> this >> could give me better control, considering slide film's narrow range. >> I'm >> also mainly talking about contrasy scenes. For an average, evenly lit >> scene, I'd probably just use the prism as it is centre weighted I >> believe. > > If you don't use it, it will continue to be a bit of an unknown. > When i was taught this stuff, I was told that for metering slide film, > point the camera up, when shooting negative film, point the camera down. > It worked 35 years ago, I suspect it will still work today. > > 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: Simplified zone exposure system for colour transparency
> > Pretty close. > If there are white clouds in the sky, meter them and presume Zone VII > Why not use the meter prism? > > William Robb > I can use the meter prism, but it's a bit of an unknown. I thought this could give me better control, considering slide film's narrow range. I'm also mainly talking about contrasy scenes. For an average, evenly lit scene, I'd probably just use the prism as it is centre weighted I believe. > > > > -- > 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
Simplified zone exposure system for colour transparency
I've loaded the P67 with Velvia 100F and plan to take some shots over the weekend. I'm still in the learning stage with the camera and metering prism. I've been googling exposure systems, etc and it seems a modified zone system should work pretty well. Basically, it seems the advice is that slide film has a range of about zone 3 to zone 7. Therefore, if I spot meter with my *istDL on a spot in the scene that I want to set as the lightest tone with detail, it will give an exposure setting for zone 5 (mid grey). I should therefore increase that by 3 stops (two stops to reach zone 7 and one more to account for the DL being iso 200 and the film being iso 100) and that should put the metered part of the scene into zone 7. Then, providing the scene doesn't also have shadows too deep for the film to handle, I should get a good exposure. Am I on the right track? Thanks James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
