Re: OT Series 1 again
on 4/3/02 11:37 AM, David Brooks at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'v e mailed the seller,but,is this a Man. Focus non 'A' type of lens.The lens front says auto zoom??? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1342710229 Yes, it is non-A, manual focus zoom JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OPINION WANTED: which Epson photo paper?
The Achival Matte is good but I doubt they stock it. The Heavyweight Matte is almost as good and CompUSA normally has that in stock. If you want glossy, the Premium Glossy Photo Paper is good, the new ColorLife paper would be better if they have it. JeffW. I'm looking to FINALLY take my first step towards digital printing. (mac pismo powerbook/adobe photoshop elements/epson 780) CompUSA has a buy one/get one free deal this week on Epson photo paper. What are some opinions as to which paper this digital newbie should buy? (my perference for standard development is 4x6, matte) thanks in advance for any insights u could offer. be well rob - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ???: Soligor 90/2,5 Macro
on 3/26/02 9:14 AM, Bojidar Dimitrov at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all, Does anyone have any info on the following (Ka mount!!!) lens: Soligor C/D Macro MC 90mm f/2.5 (62mm filter diameter) I bough it recently, and I am absolutely amazed at the the build quality and the solid feel (I have not yet managed to make any pics with it). Would not be surprised if it wasn't the same as the Vivitar Series 1 lens from the same time with a Soligor label. There were a number of lenses sold os both Vivitar and Soligor that were optically identical and physically almost identical. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ???: Soligor 90/2,5 Macro
Kiron mae a lot of lenses for Vivitar so it wouldn't surprise me. Well, that was my first thought, and I bought the lens because I thought that it might be the Vivitar which is reputed to be on par with the A100/2.8 Macro. But the Vivitar is a 1:2 Macro, and goes to 1:1 with an extension tube. The f/2,8 Lens is the 1:1, at least at Vivitar. Tamron has a 1:1 90/2,5 Macro, but the lenses look too different from each other. Now I am thinking Kiron or something like that... Cheers, Boz - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT:?Starting to like this 6x6 stuff
on 3/23/02 2:33 AM, David Brooks at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Got another roll of BW back from the Y- M.Starting to like this format. Hlp me Why? Some of us LIKE 6x6. If only Pentax made one I even helped another list member aquire a Yashica 6x6. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Camera backpacks
Another pack that has not been mentioned in the Beseler Sedona 920. I use one for my Kiev88 gear. I like the upper compartment as I can keep the prism and 250mm lens mounted on the body and it fits with no problem. The lower will hold several lenses and other items. For my 35mm, I have a Lowepro MiniTreker. A good bag but I never could get the medium format equipment to fit. The biggest problem I have with the Photo Trekker is the tendency to pack way more equipment than I actually need to bring, since it has so much usable space. I actually went back to using the Micro Trekker since that made me select equipment more carefully. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Watching Paint Dry
on 3/8/02 11:56 AM, Otis Wright, Jr. at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For working surfaces, I have had the best results using a several coats of polyurethane or epoxy (be sure to follow manufacturer's instructions when Shel Belinkoff wrote: The next step is to paint the plywood top, but being ignorant about paint, I don't know what kind to get. A hard surface that can be wiped down with a damp cloth seems appropriate, and maybe a flat black. Can that be done, or does one preclude the other? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks! It come down to a question of hardness vs. sheen on the surface. If you want a surface with moderate wear characteristics but a low sheen, use flat paint topped with a satin urethane. These can be alkyd or waterborne. For priming I would use an enamel undercoater, which is designed to combine easy sanding with high build. Makes it easier to sand the surface smooth. If you want to come by the store I work at, I can get you a good deal on what you need. But it is in Texas. :-) JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Seems like ebay madnes
on 3/8/02 7:14 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have a lens similar to this (200mm/f3.5) but it's adapter is for a Canon FD. Do you fellas know where I can buy the adapter to fit a Pentax k-mount? I'd like to use this on my Pentax equipment. Do a google search under vivitar tx mount pentax and you should find several vendors. I think I bought my last retail TX at GoodwinPhoto. Or watch ebay, as they do show up sometimes. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: vivitar lens on ebay.
on 3/2/02 3:23 AM, Nitin Garg at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1336238006 Anyone familiar with the lens above ? thanks, nitin Vivitar zoom with either T4 or TX interchangable mount. Was a higher end consumer grade zoom. For the same price you should be able to find one of the earlier Series 1 70-210 zooms which are better lenses. One advantage to this version is the weight and length make it a good weapon for self defense. JeffW. P.S. I have owned/used this lens versiona as well as the S1 zooms. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: HELP Lenses
If it's an early Series 1 from the early eighties or thereabouts, it might be a very nice lens I'm not familiar with this particular focal length The later Series 1 lenses were no better than other third party zooms, but the original ones were superb However, it's probably a pretty good deal at that price, even if it's not one of the better Series 1 lenses It's certainly better than the bow-wow 135 Tak Paul Early S1 and a good lens If you don't want it, buyt it and I'll buy it off you JeffW - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List To unsubscribe, go to http://wwwpdmlnet and follow the directions Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pugkomkonorg
Re: Big Green (?) A* Lenses [was: Green Cameras]
on 2/25/02 2:34 PM, Pål Audun Jensen at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mark wrote: I'd speculate that they were just trying to distinguish their big pale lenses from the others. I doubt it. They were always marketed as white and all pictures in all brochures are indeed white. My guess is that this is an effect of (dis)coloration over time perhaps due to sunlight. Another possibility is a clear surface coating (similar to auto clear coat) was added over the white base. If one was acrylic and the other alkyd, this type of color can result. I have seen everything from a barely noticeable tint to a deep bottle green when this is done with architectural and some industrial coatings. And it doesn't also become noticable until the coatings have aged or been exposed to sunlight. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Switching to Pentax
on 2/25/02 1:06 AM, Mark Cassino at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd second that - the XR-2 is a fantastic camera. All manual, mirror pre-fire via the self timer, DOF preview, PC jack, and a little window in the pentaprism to let you see the aperture setting (like the MX and LX.) It also has a needle meter display, and the analog info is great. - MCC I agree with one exception. I prefer the XR-1, same features w/o the AE option so it will function with dead batteries. Next best thing to a KX. Another good K-body in the Chinon CP-5s/CP-6 which has lacks the DOF preview but has a spotmeter and two program modes. They will also use ANY k-mount lens in program or aperture priority modes, just set it to the minimum size aperture. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: First shot at inkjet prints...
that there are a couple spots on the print where some highlights are blown out -- small part of a cheek (or was it a forehead), and small portion of the baby's very light-colored pajamas. Also, the dark background seems to have some very subtle granularity to it (banding is maybe the right term?) which is not present in the midtones or highlights. Almost like printing on a conventional paper with too little latitude -- too contrasty. I was just using the automatic printer settings and did not adjust the printer's gamma, and I set the paper selection to heavyweight matte (which I believe prints at the highest resolution of the printer -- 2880x720?). Anything in particular I should be adjusting here to optimize the appearance of the Bill the default setting on my 870 for the matte is 720 instead of the max 1440. I have had similar problems with the banding but solved them two ways. #1. Run an alignment check on the head. Sometimes they do get out of adjustment after they leave the factory. #2. Look at /www.computer-darkroom.co.uk/ for specific instructions on how to change the print driver settings. They are talking about ICM settings at first but get to the drivers later in the article. Might help. BTW, the matte heavyweight is one of my favorite papers. I just don't use the default settings. Best, JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: First shot at inkjet prints...
on 2/12/02 11:45 PM, Pat White at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You generally have to adjust the contrast to get a decent print, as the default settings give a pretty flat picture. You can do it in your photo software using the contrast adjustment, but I find I get better results and control using the levels adjustment. Keep at it, it does take practice, but you can practice on cheaper paper until you get the idea. An even better choice is the Curves adjustment if it is available. You can tailor the curve to match a traditional paper or just to gget the best print. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: ricoh rikenon lenses
Beside this, I also suspect the metering is not quite right either. I can put aperture on, say 8, on both Ricoh and Pentax lenses, and the cameras give different light meter readings. These lead to me to see the Ricoh, at least this lens I have, as compatible with Pentax bodies only for the mount. Also, on the aperture ring one has a P mark and other has a (A)P mark. What do they mean ? Is that the same as the pentax-A lenses? The lenses with only the P label will not work correctly with auto setting on Pentax cameras. The ones with the (A)P should as they normally have the connections for both. Any Ricoh P or third party (A)P mount lens should be used with caution (or not used) on Pentax AF bodies. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: favorite non-Pentax K mount lens?
Vivitar S1 135/2.3 Mine is actually an M42 used with a K adapter. JeffW. Hi What is your favorite non-Pentax K mount lens? I vote for Sears 135/2.8 with macro. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Rikenon 50mm matchup?
Ricoh had their P to equal the Pentax A. However, the P was activated by a small pin that falls about where the Pentax AF connector falls. So, unless the lens is a third party that has Pentax contacts and the Ricoh pin, it won't work on Pentax bodies in any modes requireing the A setting. And be very careful using this on ANY Pentax AF body as the pin can get stuck in the AF connection and be difficult (or impossible) to remove. Bad a very bad experience with this. I just switched to an MZ-M from my trusty K-1000 a few months ago and have been VERY slow in reading the manual. Tonight I just got to the automatic aperture adjustment on the lens. While my Ricoh Rikenon 50mm lens has no A setting on the aperture ring it does have a P which I assume is for Program. I set it to P but nothing happened, it is still acting like I should be setting the aperture by hand. The camera is not responding to this setting. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Yellow be GONE!
on 12/27/01 9:08 PM, C or B Waters at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Please forgive this novice question: Sometimes I wish to take available light pictures in my house. The living room walls are Yellow and we have regular light bulbs. Mostly this gives me a pronounced Yellow tint to the color prints. What can I do to negate this problem? Cory Waters - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Use Tungsten film or a blue color correcting filter. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Photoshop LE disappearing cursor and other limitations
People who are considering buying photo manipulation software might want to take these things into consideration, because I believe it makes Photoshop LE much less desirable. Sounds to me like a serious marketing mistake on Adobe's part - they should have left out esoteric tools, not basic requirements. The thing I miss the most is the perspective correction. But perfect marketing from Adobe's POV. This is usually bundled with a scanner, etc and the idea is to get you to upgrade. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT: An Xmas discussion about hobbies and putting them in perspective.
on 12/23/01 12:25 PM, Tom Rittenhouse at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But you are a collector. To take photos you only need one camera. The fact you have several proves you are a collector. Malcom's friend probably drives those trucks too, now and then. Frankly, I don't know why so many photographers refuse to accept they are collectors, maybe not serious ones, or they would have a collection that had a theme (all the screw mount Pentax bodies, for instance), the we are collectors. My camera collection has pretty much been serial, a few at a time, over the years, but still I am a camera collector. Some times I am a photographer too. :-) Maybe yes, maybe no. I have 5 35mm SLRs, 2 35mm RFs, 2 TLRs, 2 6x6 and and old Mini Speed Graphic. Sounds like a collector except for the fact that NONE of the cameras have the exact same feature set and film format. Except the 2 6x6 which are a Salyut-S and a backup Keiv88. I also have a number of non-working cameras saved for parts for the future. A non-collector. JeffW. P.S. Camera list Pentax ZX-5n Ricoh XR-1 Chinon CP-6 Mamiya DTL1000 Pentax SV (on the way) Yashica EM Yashica 24 Kiev 88 Salyut-S Mini Speed Graphic with 6x7 roll film back and sheet film backs - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Out with a TLR
on 12/23/01 12:27 PM, Tom Rittenhouse at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Try a Speed Graphic (for an attention getter, they are too big to ware around your neck). Ciao, graywolf [EMAIL PROTECTED] Or a tripod mounted Kiev. Even more so when they disacover it isn't a Hassy. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Battery pack FG
on 12/21/01 10:47 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would HIGHLY recommend the FG pack for any ZX-7 user...Camera feels better with the extra heft and size and I'm at 75 rolls on the first $3.00 set of Duracells with no end in sight...Only draw-back is Z-body is now a real S-Q-U-E-E-Z-E into the holster case Regards, Bob - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . My only complaint with the FG is the tightness of the connection and the tripod screw hole. I worry about the steadiness of my camera when on a tripod. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: monopods
on 12/6/01 10:19 PM, wendy beard at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dear All, Not so long back, but many many messages ago there was a brief discussion about tripods and monopods. SNIP I'm going to look in the local camera store as well, but the adorama one aroused my curiosity. My personal two favorites are: Bogen 3018 when I plan to use it. Complete with ball head. Tracks Sherlock walking stick. When I'm out walking and tuck a camera in my pocket. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT: CompUSA Crap
If you need adapters, cards or cables go online or to a local shop. Best Buy and Circuit City prices are about the same. I buy cables at a local electronics shop for $15. JeffW. Same adapter card, possibly different manufacturers on the cable. If you shop at CompUSA, be very very sure you know what prices should be on things. They are highway robbers especially where cables are concerned. Tom C. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Sigma's 70-300 APO Macro lens for the ME super
on 11/20/01 4:55 PM, Raul Lithgo at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am thinking of augmenting my ME Super with the Sigma 70-300 f/ 4-5.9 APO Macro lens. This is NOT the same as the DL lens of the same focal length. Please let me know what you think of this lens if you have used it. Yahoo! GeoCities - quick and easy web site hosting, just $8.95/month. http://geocities.yahoo.com/ps/info1 - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . I have the original version in AF and like it. Do not buy the AF version and expect to be happy manually focusing it. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Photo printers
If I was buying an A4 printer now I'd go for the Epson C80, which has individual carts for the inks (a major bugbear in 6 colour printers like the 1290) and the inks are pigmented and shouldn't fade for many years. Yes, IMO it has become much easier to get a nice print. But your particular interpretation of a decent print will determine whether the improvement is good enough. Printing of colour images still seems much better than trying to print BW - BW images tend to end up with colour casts. Two things. I find that the amount of ink left in the different colors in an ink cartridge to be about equal when the printer indicates the cart. is empty. I dissected a couple of used 870 carts and decided not to worry anymore. I find I get my best BW prints on the matte papers. I don't know why but they seem to show the color cast less and be easier to get to a neutral tone. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: The suspense is over...
on 11/18/01 8:45 AM, William Robb at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: Mark Roberts Subject: Re: The suspense is over... Your digital file *Output Resolution* is measured in PPI (pixels per inch). This is the value that you *can* set in Photoshop or whatever I have been doing my 8x10s at 360dpi on the new Epson. This is working out to about a 29MB filesize. William Robb - I have been using an 870 for about a year and ,depending on different factors, set my output to 240 to 360 ppi in Photoshop and 720 or 1440 for the printer driver. One of the biggest factors is the paper used as some require more or less ink than others. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Yashica-Mat Film was: Nostalgia
on 11/12/01 7:19 PM, David Brooks at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have horse shows on Nov 17/18 and Dec2 but nothing inbetween. Might be a good time to borrow Dad's camera and run a roll, especially if we get a dusting of the white stuff. Any film recommendations.I think i may have shot a roll or two with that camera in my early teens but its all a haze(as is my recollection of the 60's). I beleive it takes 120??Is there only colour or can i get BW The Yashica Mats were all 120 except for the 124's and 24 models. Both bw and color is available in 120 and 220. Assuming it takes 120, you could use Tri-X bw. Fairly forgiving film and if the camera speeds are a bit off it shouldn't be a major problem. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: mamiya/sekor screw mount camera bodies
M/S lenses were middle of the road and only the SX lenses have the pin. They are for the DSX/MSX open-aperture metering bodies. JeffW. The Mamiya lenses are pretty crappy (I don't think Mamiya actually made their 35mm cameras and lenses, BTW). Also, if I recall correctly, they have some sort of locking pin extending from the lens mount that prevents them from being mounted on any other screw mount camera. William Robb - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Minolta Dimage Scan Dual Do's Don'ts
I have a Minolta Scan Dual connected to a Mac and had nothing but trouble with Vuescan. Most of the time it wouldn't run and when it did the results were no better than the original software. Had less problem with my 1640SU but didn't find the results any better there. Anybody else have this type problem or have any clues? FYI: Mac G4/400, 512Meg ram, scanners on individual scsi cards, no other programs running - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Thanks to Lasse Karlsson
Nenad, As a US citizen with many friends in the military, I wish sending in ground troops would not be needed but in this case you are correct. The ONLY way to be positive the job is done and not cause indiscriminate death is with ground troops. This will still entail loss of life on both side. The loss of American military lives is what our leaders have been unwilling to risk for fear it would not be taken by the average citizen. In the long run, US military casualties might outnumber terrorist deaths. But if it is not done, then the US civilian casualties will continue to occur. And the US must, as we have historically done, help restore the country afterward so there is something for people to return to and build from. Otherwise, we are just the next in a long series of conquerors. I know in the current mood many (from the US) will disagree but this is how you make allies out of enemies. JeffW. SNIP What I am trying to say is: By all means hunt down and destroy the terrorists and their supporters - but do it the hard way - with ground troops - not with indiscriminate bombing raids that target the innocent and guilty alike. BTW I guess most Americans think that that little war in the Balkans is now SNIP hold no grudge as a result of the American bombing. Now that they have finally shaken off the yoke of a communist dictatorship they deserve a chance before they become embittered. Regards Nenad Djurdjevic - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT- friends enemies
Scoot wrote: We sent them over 70Mil in aid in 1997 SNIP to salt the soil. I get it. So what you're saying is, if there's, oh, say, a militant leftist organization that blows up a shopping center, and they happened to be based in a house five streets from where you live, then the rest of us would be justified in firebombing your whole neighborhood and killing your wife and kids? Is that about what you're suggesting? --Mike While I would not advocate destroting the entire country, we cannot be afraid of every non-combatant casuality. To use your analogy, destroying the house five blocks away wouldn't be justified but destroying the house next door that loaned him the car to drive there and helped him hide the explosives would be justified. Eliminating the neighborhood committee that invited him to live there as long as he didn't blow up thier malls would also be justified. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT: Vivitar 70-210/3.5 series 1 opinions wanted
A good lens and very good value if you can get it for under $100. I have it in both the M42 and K-mounts. A bit on the larger/heavier side but it balances well with a K body or and older Ricoh. I like the 67mm (1st) version and the 70-210 2.8~4 (3rd) best. The 62mm 3.5 I tried didn't impress me as much. I match mine up with a Series 1 28-90 and that is my manual body zoom collection. JeffW. I'm going to buy this lens, maybe. I'd like to have some comments on it, someone of you probably owns this lens or has used it. Somewhere I read that it's quite heavy big lens..is that true? I have now only a 135mm lens in my camera bag and sometimes it's not enough. Hmm.. or if there is some kind of way to make my wife understand that I really need something like Pentax 80-200/f2.8 or 300/2.8 ;) Timo _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: What is Pentax equipment?
I have a silly question. If the guidelines, in place for at least a couple of years, stated that Themed submissions required Pentax lens or body and Open could be any K or M42, why is there even a problem? A submission that didn't meet the existing guidelines should have been politely refused and everyone could get on with their lives. No offence to anyone (since I'm not sure who is doing the gallery) but it sounds like a screw-up at the Gallery end and doesn't require a major arguement about what is/isn't Pentax equipment. Just so people know, I have 2 Pentax bodies, 2 other K-mount bodies, 6 M42 bodies (no Pentax) and three medium format bodies. I have lenses that are Pentax, Vivitar and many other brands. I can meet whatever guidelines are set if I choose to submit anything again. But why change the rules? JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: picking black and white print film
on 8/26/01 1:51 PM, tom at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Cripes, the girl buys a little HiMatic to fool around with b+w, and now we're telling her she needs a darkroom and a 67. Personally, I would use the Kodak BW+. I keep a Canon GIII loaded with this in my car all the time. The results are good, I can have it developed anywhere and it scans better in my Minolta Scan Dual than regular BW. The grain apperance is different than say, Tri-X or T-Max but I like the look. My local lab even manages to print it out with a slight warm-brown cast instead of green or blue I other get. But since I mostly scan this isn't a problem. JeffW. P.S. BTW, net cost of 24exp. roll and process only is about $4. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Asahi vs Honeywell
The only funny accents I ever heard were from people who spent half the year trying to keep from freezing to death. (which includes all those damnyankee border states) Yup. JeffW. Texas As far as I can tell from Walker Texas Ranger Texas has some similarities to Western Australia (where I live). Yup, you both have funny accents HAR!! WW - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: 'Light panels', flatbeds and film
Clive, As the user of both an older Minolta Scan Dual (35mm) and an Epson 1640SU Photo flatbed scanner I would have to say I don't think it will work very well. To me, even when the 1640 is used with the film holder and transparency adapter I don't like the quality on 35mm. I use it for scans of 6x6 and old 6x7 negatives and save the 35mm for the film scanner. The other potential problem is the way the 1640 seems to work. When scanning film, the regular bulb is off and only the transparency adapter is providing light. I guess to do this with another scanner you would have to disable the bulb. JeffW. I've seen recently some small, low-profile lightboxes - just like ordinary lightboxes, really, only thinner. There's a suggestion from SNIP extra, I'm thinking of giving it a try, but before I do, has anyone here tried it, and if so, with what degree of success? - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: question
Take a look here for some general info: anusf.anu.edu.au/~aab900/photography/cameras/vivitar.htm Just found out - its a Cosina CSR. Looks like you were closest. Sounds fascinating - I think I will loook on the web for some info on this... Rob - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Scanner problem - a little OT but help would be nice
You might want to check with Buy.com (where I bought mine). $292 includung shipping and trans. adapter. JeffW. on 8/14/01 4:59 PM, Ann Sanfedele at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi -- I saw the 1640U at JVC in NY today for $329 -- but they didnt have the adaptor in stock -- supposedly it will be in tomorrow. I AM gonna go for it! :) Thanks to all of youse for your input on this. annsan Cameron R. Hood wrote: Get an Epson! They rule the planet for inkjet printers and scanners. Nothing else comes close, and they have truly excellent tech support and warranty service, and their products are cutting edge. For an inexpensive scanner, try the perfection 1240, not much more money than those truly awful Umax's and the equally bad HP's. If you can afford a little more, get the Perfection 1640 SU Photo with transparency adapter: it outperforms scanners costing several thousand dollars. Incidentally, I am a photographer and graphic artist who uses these products everyday in my business. I have done 5' x 7' large format trade show graphics scanning from a print on this scanner, with superb results. Cameron Hood PS: No, I don't work for Epson - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: August PUG comments
Question on prices. Would $54 for a Honeywell Pentax Spotmatic 500 SP in very to excellent condition and SMC Tak 55/f2 be about right? TIA, JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Consumer telephoto lens selection
Mike, I have the Sigma APO 70-300 and have used it on the following bodies with no problems: ZX-5n, ZX-50, SF1, SF1n, PZ-1 JeffW. it with. The lens works great with my ZX-50, but when I picked up a SF1 as a backup camera the lens and body wouldn't even talk with each other. Ended up - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: FS: Defecting - 67 + LX Contax Leica + other gear
Rob, I would like to get prices/info on the items listed below. Best, JeffW. Pentax LX + FA-1 + Grip B + SC-21 + body cap + prism covers, LN- Pentax 67 body + TTL Prism + Prism covers, LN- SMC Pentax 67 105f2.4 lens Vivitar Series I Zoom 35-85mm f2.8 Pentax K, original caps + hood, EX+ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Ergonomics
Seeing the pics of the MX-S and thinking about camera bodies, which Pentax (or other) camera do you find most comfortable (physically) to use? JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: E-mails or no e-mails; Was: Re: cities vs. no cities
on 2/14/01 8:43 PM, Chris Brogden at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I considered posting the info without e-mail addresses, but thought that part of the point was to make it easy to communicate with someone in a particular location. If I don't include the e-mail addresses, then people will have to post requests for communication to the list, which is bound to piss people off as well if it starts happening too much. Chris, As long as the address list is being emailed to other members who sent in the info I don't see a problem. If some has a problem the can let you know and you can delete them from the email list (both on it and receiving the list). JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re:
on 2/10/01 2:25 PM, dosk at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Dosk here... I'm planning on enhancing my ZX-M outfit with an auto-focus, flash(ugh), type ZX camera. Been reading all kinds of reviews, and right now it boils down to the ZX-7 or ZX-5N. I have never used the -7 but have a -5n and have had PZ-1 -1p cameras and have never noticed a big difference in AF speed when the same lens is used on the same type subjects. I prefer the control layout and features of the -5n best. I think the big question is how much will you be using the various program settings. If you shoot and want lots of manual control and a traditional layout then go with the -5n. If you want to shoot mainly in the program modes and prefer buttons over dials then go with the -7. For faster/better AF under less than perfect conditions, go with the fastest glass you can afford (or are willing buy/carry). The speed of the lens and the available light always seem to affect the AF speed more than the differences between bodies. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Anyone using the Pacific-Image Prime-Film 1800U scanner?
on 2/7/01 10:18 PM, Gerald Cermak at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I ran across this one as a cheap ( $200) 1800 dpi 35mm film scanner. At a full 36-bits with twain, it might work as an interim scanning solution for Have not used it but found some VERY bad user comments when I did a seach for info. Color problems, multiple defective units, sudden temporary failures. Decidied not to try one. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Something interesting from AF world
on 2/5/01 2:22 PM, Andreas Wirtz at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just found specifications of this Chinon camera on site www.aaacamera.com/chinon_cp9af.html. Obviously it is compatible with Pentax auto focus. Because old Chinon cameras and lenses were built very good I just I don't think the CP-9 will use AF Pentax lenses. If so, it isn't listed in the manual. I remember reading there were 3 AF lenses produced; a 70-210, a 28-70 and a 50mm. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: More eBay bargains?
I think someone was just upping their bid by small amounts. I've done it myself (usually at the END of an auction) when I'm on a tight budget. Jeff, Looks suspicious to me because the "curious" bidder has a feedback listing of "0", and one bid retraction listed for the past month. But hey, just because I'm paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get me :-o Bill Peifer Rochester, NY Or it could be the ususal run of idiots that you get. I've had trouble with a couple of my auctions lately. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
Anybody need an Asahi Pentax Accessory Clip II?
Anybody need one of these? Or know what it's worth. I found one in the bottom of a stores box of camera odds ends and I don't need it. Box is a little worn but the clip looks new (to me). Just email if interested. JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
