Re: New of Pentax ultra-compact D-SLR based on 110
Hey!!! I posted mail as an idea that Pentax may do something like this (and being in line with producing small items) I just mentioned as a possible idea and now they are doing itI want my Intellectual copyright fees I also remember someone 'flaming' me for saying that the machinery and moulds were probably not useable ...still would prefere a proper DSLR to accept my lenses...however, a small system that size (i imagine the battery to be in the motordrive...) can be great even for journalism/travel... --- Bill Owens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will my Auto 110 lenses fit it? Bill - Original Message - From: Rob Studdert [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 23, 2003 10:10 PM Subject: Re: New of Pentax ultra-compact D-SLR based on 110 On 24 Jan 2003 at 12:23, Shaun Canning wrote: As far as I can tell Henry, the author is talking about a Pentax 110 sized DSLR with interchangeable lenses... hm Wouldn't that be handy :-( Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications.html __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com
Re: Making money
I do, I photograph mainly for newspapers (who do not have an immediate need, features stories etc.) using an MZ-S now, previously a Z-1... --- Frankie Lee [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just for curiosity, any one of you is making money from your Pentax gear (full-time or freelance)? _ Weight Loss products, Herbal Viagra, and much more!http://www.VitaDepot.com _ Select your own custom email address for FREE! Get [EMAIL PROTECTED] w/No Ads, 6MB, POP more! http://www.everyone.net/selectmail?campaign=tag __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com
Re: If you left Pentax, what Scurvy Dawg system would you invite into your life?
Firstly Nikon, then Canon --- Lon Williamson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd go Olympus, or mebbe Nikon. This thread should flare on for a while. -Lon __ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com
for 6x7 fans: 2003 Pirelli calendar shot with Pentax
6x7 fans, FYI... bruce Weber, the photographer who shot the just released 2003 Pirelli calendar, has done so using a number of 6x7. There was a report on it on Itlaian TV last night Ciao __ Do you Yahoo!? U2 on LAUNCH - Exclusive greatest hits videos http://launch.yahoo.com/u2
Re: OT: Depth of Field
Hi, I tend to choose a DOF that just begins to distinguish what the backgroung is, espocially is I am taking a portrait, and especially if the person is in a surrounding that adds to that person. I do this because having the background too much out of focus ends up creating a 'netral backdrop' effect, where I dent to prefer just making out rhat the objects / people are within the frame, but keeping them well blurred. An example would be, on a 50mm lens, with subject say 1meter away and rest of the frame roughly 4-5 m, using an aperture of around 5.6 or 6.7 (1/2 stop more). Michele __ Do you Yahoo!? Faith Hill - Exclusive Performances, Videos More http://faith.yahoo.com
Re: An (Un)educated Guess about Pentax and future Digital Single Lens Reflex Offerings
My 2 cents on Pentax and digital It is worth seeing who is the target purchaser of digital SLR. So far, the bulk of the digital market seems to be satisfied through PS models. Of those willing to purchase at high cost or needing a DSLR for their work, I would assume that numbers tend to be higher among professional photographers, mainly in the photojournalistic and sports field. Of this target group, the overwhelming majority already uses Nikon/Canon, hence these companies have a 'sizeable' group of possible purchasers, willing and able to spend 3000$ and more on a 35mm format slr body. The question is, who, among the Pentax owners (PDML aside), is a DSLR going to satisfy if Pentax is not present in the same segment as Canon and Nikon? At the moment prices for a medium lever slr, are higher than any Pro-level film slr from the competition and of any body presently offered by Pentax. Indeed is any digital is to come out is for the professional Pentax users, ie 645. the digital slr pentax, may indeed have to be a lowerend version (as someone else mentioned on this thread). that's about it... ciao michele __ Do you Yahoo!? Faith Hill - Exclusive Performances, Videos More http://faith.yahoo.com
RE: dslr
In Italy the D100 has been on sale and in stock for at least a month, as has the D60 __ Do you Yahoo!? Faith Hill - Exclusive Performances, Videos More http://faith.yahoo.com
Why not use the Auto110 line to make a digital system?
The news of Olympus and their new Digital interchangeable lens reflex system got me thinking on why pentax could not use the old Auto 110 system (complete system with zoom lenses etc,) and upgrade it to include AF, and more importantly: Digital. Sensor size whould not be an issue, Batteries could be dealt with through the add on grip/motor, and it would be in line with Pentax philosophy of having small/light equipment... ...just a thought..not sure if it has been discussed before, apologies if it has... Michele __ Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC Yahoo! http://sbc.yahoo.com
Re: Why not use the Auto110 line to make a digital system?
Ease of use...in line with this century perhaps? I assume the viewfinder to be small therefore hard to see through esp with glasses...AF may help... (I've never touched one...) even 'snap focus' could be a good compromise... Why should it be MF? __ Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC Yahoo! http://sbc.yahoo.com
Re: Barcelona assignment
Well done Gianfranco, Good one, Enjoy it and let us know how you get along... Ciao! --- Gianfranco Irlanda [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi everybody, I'm going to fly to my first *paid* assignment abroad, in Barcelona, starting from the 2nd of October. I'll have to take pictures of sociological importance (like local identities, urban poverty, gentrification and so on...) and probably I'll be accompanied by a Spanish student. Is any list member located in Barcelona or close? I recall at least Jaume should live there. I don't know how much spare time I'm going to have (I'll arrive at noon of the 2nd and I'll leave on the 7th, late morning). If someone is close enough and has the time it would be nice to meet you, have a drink and talk about photography (and Pentax, of course...). Ciao, Gianfranco = __ Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC Yahoo! http://sbc.yahoo.com __ Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC Yahoo! http://sbc.yahoo.com
Re: Photos of new Sigmas
Fantasctic (120-300 f2.8!), and they have IS... Note that they are only going to be available in Sigma Nikon and Canon mounts... --- Sylwester Pietrzyk [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here are photos of newly announced Sigma lenses: http://www.photim.com/Infos/UneInfo.asp?N=680 and short info on new flashes - maybe they will be P-TTL compatible? Regards Sylwek __ Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC Yahoo! http://sbc.yahoo.com
Re: Photos of new Sigmas
Fantasctic (120-300 f2.8!), and they have IS... Note that they are only going to be available in Sigma Nikon and Canon mounts... --- Sylwester Pietrzyk [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here are photos of newly announced Sigma lenses: http://www.photim.com/Infos/UneInfo.asp?N=680 and short info on new flashes - maybe they will be P-TTL compatible? Regards Sylwek __ Do you Yahoo!? New DSL Internet Access from SBC Yahoo! http://sbc.yahoo.com
Re: Has anyone used sigma AF 24/2.8 on pentax?
Hi, I have used the Sigma 24mm extesively and has dome me well. Its much better than one would expect for the price (I bought it for 150$ new, 3-4 years back) and has aken quite a beating in my travels. The colours is warm and the lens is sharp, flare is well controlled for a 24mm and overall I have had nothing bad to say about it xcept the focusing ring is hard to use in manual. Unfortunately i do not have anything else to comapre it to Hope it helps Michele --- Rodelion [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And a reply on my own question, which, unfortunately has not yet been answered... I'd also like some comment on the SMC Pentax FA 20-35 f4 AL? (overal performance, build, such things) ThankS!! Rod. - Original Message - From: Rodelion [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2002 09:28 Subject: Has anyone used sigma AF 24/2.8 on pentax? G'day y'all. And? Have you? I know this lens is neat, but I've heard something about that the effective aperture on a pentax mount is only 3.5? And what about vignetting, really that bad? thanks, Rod. __ Yahoo! - We Remember 9-11: A tribute to the more than 3,000 lives lost http://dir.remember.yahoo.com/tribute
Re: Has the MZ-S already a new mount?
Hi, I noticed that noise too...I attributed to 2 possible causes, 1-the batteries in their compartment 2-the metal rod on the Grip (BG-10) where you fasten the strap to...(I seem to hear it mainly with the grip on). --- Pål_Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, the MZ-S makes a noise when shaking it. It sounds like a small metal ball that moves when shaking the camera. It's located somewhere in the prism according to my ears. Interestingly, according to the Pentax Image stabilization patent, the camera, not the lenses, have vibration sensors. Could this be what makes a noise when shaking the camera? Most likely it's something entirely different, though; maybe its just a sensor for determining whether the camera is held vertically of horizontally used for metering. I believe my former MZ-S also had the same noise. Pål __ Yahoo! - We Remember 9-11: A tribute to the more than 3,000 lives lost http://dir.remember.yahoo.com/tribute
RE: Pentax WILL (most likely) show a digital SLR at Photokina!
Okdidn't know about that. thanks --- Jostein [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -- Original Message -- From: MPozzi [EMAIL PROTECTED] However, since it is going to be thicker, it will be impossible to look through the viewfinder as it is fixed and whose eyepiece is at the same distance as the current back. The 70mm insert is also thicker than the 120/220. Pentax delivers an eyepiece to fit it. Which isn't that difficult to remove, btw. The eyepiece comes with the 70mm insert as a combo, i think, but should be reusable for a digital... Jostein. __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Finance - Get real-time stock quotes http://finance.yahoo.com
RE: Always at the ready - OT
For me its either the Ricoh gr1 or the Yashica T5 (T4 super in the US) Great optics and rugged little cameras... Michele v Sign up for SBC Yahoo! Dial - First Month Free http://sbc.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Cost of used A 85mm f1.4
Well thanks for the feedback on this great lens. I was indeed the A*85mm F1.4, and is in practically mint condition, except expected maks on the bayonet and a little dust on the lens. I ended up getting it for 400Euros($)!!! which, according to members on this listis a good deal. Now to play with it.. Ciao Michele Sign up for SBC Yahoo! Dial - First Month Free http://sbc.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Cost of used A 85mm f1.4
Dear all, I am sorry if this has been discussed in previous mails, but I was wondering if anyone can give me an idea of an approximate cost of used A 85mm f1.4 in very good conditions. I may have the chance to pick one up for 500Euros (or US$), if its still in the shop that is Thanks Michele Sign up for SBC Yahoo! Dial - First Month Free http://sbc.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: LX Focussing probem
At the risk of sounding simplistic could it be the prism and the diopter settings? Sign up for SBC Yahoo! Dial - First Month Free http://sbc.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: advice needed: 5N or S ?
Ciao Roberto, I believe the site http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/classics/pentaxlx/index.htm Has info about underwated pentax use (and is a good site for the LX) Hope it helps Alla prossima Michele Yahoo! - Official partner of 2002 FIFA World Cup http://fifaworldcup.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Pentax has updated their 330 and 430 models
For those interested (from the www.dpreview.com site) Pentax has updated their 330 and 430 models as well as confirming the 'Digibino' DB-100. The 'RS' suffix for the 330 and 430 represents a variety of improvements over the previous cameras; improved LCD monitor (although still low 80,000 pixel resolution), improved performance (shot to shot time), filter modes, 3D mode (similar to Optio 230), easy view mode (a shooting priority play mode). Additionally the 'RS' cameras now feature 11 MB of internal RAM which allows you to shoot even when your CF card is full. Michele Yahoo! - Official partner of 2002 FIFA World Cup http://fifaworldcup.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: OT: Money Conversion Freeware
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MTF charts pentax vs Nikon for 100macro and 135mm
At this address... http://www.photo.net/photodb/image-display?photo_id=772968size=md Ciao Michele P LAUNCH - Your Yahoo! Music Experience http://launch.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
sort of OT: Prices of Photo equipment in Korea
Question As I have a friend going to Korea to cover the world cup (soccer) I was wondering if anyone knew whether the prices of photographic goods in Korea were good. By 'good' I mean, the same as the US, or more or less like Europe (which is anything between 20%-40% more expensive than US, at least here in italy). Thanks Michele LAUNCH - Your Yahoo! Music Experience http://launch.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: new member
Welcome to the List! Yet another italian I presume... Benvenuta alla lista Ciao Michele --- Laura Cavaliere [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi everybody! I'm now a new member of the PDML. There are a lot of beautiful photos in the PUG. I take my photos with my K1000 and a MZ5N, but I prefer the first one that I bought it 1988 when i didn't know anything about taking photo and so on. ciao Laura - 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 . LAUNCH - Your Yahoo! Music Experience http://launch.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: pro or hobby
I guess semi-pro (whatever that may mean)... My main income is as Market researcher/Marketeer, however most of my photography, which started as a passionate hobby, is being paid for and I use it to buy equipment and materials...therefore non-profit. Michele Yahoo! Tax Center - online filing with TurboTax http://taxes.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Asahi pentax profit/loss
It may interesting info to some (remember reading in some earlier mails), not sure if its old news, to know that pentax has been making losses since 1999. http://profiles.wisi.com/profiles/scripts/corpinfo.asp?CUSIP=C392W0060B1=Submit Ciao Michele Yahoo! Movies - coverage of the 74th Academy Awards® http://movies.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Asahi Pentax profit/loss
Correct about the recession, indeed you can search Nikon and the other companies (I already did nikon before it asks me to registed, and that company is in profit and dashing out dividends. It is also true that Nikon's size and diversity as Canon and possibly Minolta is what could be responsible for the profits (interesting to see how Milnolta and Canon fare.) All this also possibly points out to less $$ for product RnD and hence a more conservative market approach as well as a less dynamic one...who knows? --- Brendan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don't forget the rest of the world in general is in a recession. --- Mick Maguire [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That does need to be viewed in the light of a long standing recession in Japan. Regards, /\/\ick... - __ File your taxes online! http://taxes.yahoo.ca - 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 . Yahoo! Movies - coverage of the 74th Academy Awards® http://movies.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Contax digital slr (WAS: Re: Rome Photo show)
It could be very well that the people at the Contax stand were a bit enthousiastic about its availability. They were working models as one of the 2 was occasionally connected to a pc. There were however, hoardes of people at the stand so I did not manage to see/chat further. Michele Yahoo! Movies - coverage of the 74th Academy Awards® http://movies.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Rome Photo show
I really hope so... --- Frits_J._Wüthrich [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Electronics Weekly of two weeks ago announced that the Foveon chip will be supported by Microsoft and Adobe! So that will really push for support, and makes it less likely it will be a Sigma exclusive. Frits Wüthrich Mark Roberts wrote: MPozzi wrote: I had an interesting talk with the Sigma rep who told me that they have the exclusive use of the Foveon chip (what a chip!) for the next year A year isn't very long at all (no fools, those Foveon people). Just about enough time for RD on a new camera. Now whether anyone else picks up the Foveon technology remains to be seen. Depends on how good it really turns out to be. Mark Roberts - 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 . Yahoo! Movies - coverage of the 74th Academy Awards® http://movies.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Rome Photo show
Quick note to say that finally, most of us Italian PDLMers met up at the Rome photo show yesterday. It was really good to meet the others. I believe Dario Bonazza will post something up on his site about the show. On my part, I had an interesting talk with the Sigma rep who told me that they have the exclusive use of the Foveon chip (what a chip!) for the next year, thus ruling out the possibility of Pentax using it. Then again, it could be sales-speak. Other digital-related info, the contax digital full frame was very much there, they had 2 bodies being tried out, and the reps told me it was already in commerce...the price however I'll leave the pentax nuws up to dario, but I believe there weren't any. Michele Yahoo! Movies - coverage of the 74th Academy Awards® http://movies.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New Tokina 60-120mm f/2.8 and 28-70mm f/2.8
Unfortunately, I do not kno more. It was on the photozone site. Perhaps its on the tokina site? sorry couldn't be of more help Michele --- Fred [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tokina has also shown a prototype of the AF 60-120mm f/2.8 AT-X at the PhotoExpo 2002 in Japan. Do you know any more details on it, or know of any links with details to it? It ~could~ be a really interesting lens. I do know that the manual focus Tokina AT-X 60-120/2.8 is a ~great~ portrait lens, but I am going to assume that the new lens' optical design may be different from the one-touch focus/zoom ring setup on the MF version. Fred - 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 . Yahoo! Movies - coverage of the 74th Academy Awards® http://movies.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
New Tokina Minolta ssm lenses pics
On www.photozone.de news section Pics of new Minolta lenses mentioned by Pal, 28-80 f2.8 and 70-200 f2.8 Also: Tokina has announced a successor for its core model - the new AF 28-70mm f/2.8 AT-X Pro SV 16 elements in 12 groups weight: 715g 77mm filter 0.7m close focus ~50.000 Yen Tokina has also shown a prototype of the AF 60-120mm f/2.8 AT-X at the PhotoExpo 2002 in Japan. Yahoo! Sports - live college hoops coverage http://sports.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: 28-70 2.8. Which one to buy?
Dear Alexandre, I only have experience with the Sigma EX 28-70/2.8 anc i can say also that my expectations were far exceeded by the performance of this lens. Even though, after having owned a consumer sigma 80-200, I was very dissapointed in its build quality(it fell apart in my hands and never wanted another Sigma) I have been using it for 2-3 years now and and its fantastic value for money, and have gone on to purchase the 80-200 2.8 EX, another great lens, somply because pentax prices are way beyond my monetary capabilities There are some links to tests here http://www.republika.pl/mparvi/testy_ang.htm Perhaps there are tests...oh, and the sigma has 77mm filter and weight 100g less than the Tokina... --- Alexandre A. P. Suaide [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello all, I would like to by a 28-70 2.8 lens and don't know what is better. The Pentax 28-70 2.8 is out of question because it is too expensive for me. So I am considering the Sigma 28-70 2.8 EX ASP and Tokina 28-70 2.6-2.8 Pro II or Sigma 24-70 2.8 EX Which one is better (less distortions, sharper, etc.) I've found some reviews on the 28-70 and some of them say sigma 28-70 is better that Tokina and other say tokina is better. I didn't find any review on sigma 24-70 yet. Suggestions, comments? Best wishes to all, Alex - 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 . Yahoo! Sports - live college hoops coverage http://sports.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: AF360FGZ?
no, but being wirelss, its really not a problem --- Alan Chan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For those who have this flash, can it swing to left/right? Thx! regards, Alan Chan _ Chat with friends online, try MSN Messenger: http://messenger.msn.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Yahoo! Sports - live college hoops coverage http://sports.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO
Hi Wendy, I have the 70-200 f2.8 EX Sigma (one of the latest models), and as a lens its fantastic in built, sharpness, contrast and very slightly colder than SMC glass. HOWEVER (perhaps of general interest to the PDML), the lens seems to be having a problem with my MZ-s in terms of autofocus. It tends to be slightly out of focus when using the Autofocus, especially noticeable at the 200mm end. Now, I've tried the lens on the z-1 and it works fine, I've tried Pentax lenses ans the 28-70 f2.8 Sigma on the MZ-s ad it works fine. So: rapid conclusion is that there may be a problem with the compatibility of this lens with the MZ-S. I have sent it to Sigma Italy, they have verified the presence of a problem (with more than one 70-200mm f2.8 lens) and they are corresponding with Japan to see if its a problem with lens software. So far they cannot find out what's wrong. but are working on it. WIll keep the list posted Michele --- wendy beard [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi All, First question: Does anyone have experience of the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 APO EX ? (or the older 82mm filter size 70-210) Second question: Cameraworld of Oregon - good, bad, indifferent? What's their relationship with KEH? I have a pentax 80-320 already, but am looking for something a little faster for the dog agility trials I go to. Unfortunately, I don't have an unlimited budget! tia Wendy --- Wendy Beard Ottawa, Canada mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] home page http://www.beard-redfern.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Try FREE Yahoo! Mail - the world's greatest free email! http://mail.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: FA 20 - 35 and 17-35 DOF
Thanks for all the feedback and especially the 'visual proof' Now the decision is the hard partcontendents (putting price aside for a moment) are: Pentax FA 20 - 35 Pentax 17-35 Tokina 20-35 f2.8 Sigma 20-40 f2.8 but it would be nice if it were Pentax.. thanks again Michele Try FREE Yahoo! Mail - the world's greatest free email! http://mail.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: FA 20 - 35 and 17-35 DOF
I am not sure it isn't very good, however it is not as good as the others I feel... however, when price sets in, I believe Out goes the Sigma 20-40 Try FREE Yahoo! Mail - the world's greatest free email! http://mail.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: FA 20 - 35 and 17-35 DOF
Fair enough comment about the Sigma, as I said, I have no experience with this (or any lenses) just go by what I read on mage and this list and saw (eg tom's pics) which seemed very shap indeed, across tha whole frame, at least good enough for me. Michele Try FREE Yahoo! Mail - the world's greatest free email! http://mail.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
FA 20 - 35 and 17-35 DOF
Sorry to interject but as someone's already asked about this lens (which I am really interested in) I am also curious about the depth of field for FA 20 - 35 in particular, but also the 17-35. Not having any lenses that go below 24mm, and wanting to have tpossibility to blur background beyond 2-3 meters behind tghe subject which is close, I was wondring how these 2 lenses fared. Michele --- tom [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 4 Mar 2002 at 21:33, Mark Cassino wrote: I'm thinking about buying this lens and would appreciate any feedback from current or former owners of it. It's my favorite lens. Very sharp, excellent color rendition, excellent contrast, good flare resistance. I've had the FA 24/2 for about a month. I can't say that it's any better at 24mm than the zoom, though I haven't really done a head-to-head test. Well, I did point them both in the direction of the sun to see how they did with flare. They seemed about the same... It *is* a plastic zoom with a focus ring that isn't very pleasant to use. tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Try FREE Yahoo! Mail - the world's greatest free email! http://mail.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: FA 20 - 35 and 17-35 DOF
Point taken Bill, thanks - but is the aperture on these lenses wide enough?, seeing that the DOF increases with increased angles Of course the level of blur or 'bokeh'(i believe)is subjective, I just wanted to knoe whether it is somewhat achieveabke, say equivalent to an f4 on a 50mm, or f5.6? etc. --- Bill D. Casselberry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Michele wonders Not having any lenses that go below 24mm, and wanting to have tpossibility to blur background beyond 2-3 meters behind tghe subject which is close, I was wondring how these 2 lenses fared. If you get in close enough for a short focus distance and use a wide enough aperture, even a fisheye will go out of focus behind the subject. Whether such positioning and apertures will give the desired result can only be determined by looking thru the viewfinder - such an arrangment may well produce a more abstract/perspective distorted image than you may desire. Bill - Bill D. Casselberry ; Photography on the Oregon Coast http://www.orednet.org/~bcasselb [EMAIL PROTECTED] - - 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 . Try FREE Yahoo! Mail - the world's greatest free email! http://mail.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: FA 20 - 35 and 17-35 DOF
Fisheye is fine, but for the work I do, The wide angle zoom would be better. --- Paris, Leonard [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Michele, You stand a better chance of doing what you want with a f/2.8 constant aperture lens than you do with an f/4 but f/2.8 lenses at those focal lengths are pretty expensive. Not that the FA 20-35 f/4 is exactly cheap, either. If cost is a major consideration, you could go with a Zenitar 16mm f/2.8 and save a lot of money. Don't like fisheyes? Correct the perspective with PhotoShop, assuming that you have a scanner and a computer available. Len --- -Original Message- From: MPozzi [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Tuesday, March 05, 2002 9:43 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: FA 20 - 35 and 17-35 DOF Sorry to interject but as someone's already asked about this lens (which I am really interested in) I am also curious about the depth of field for FA 20 - 35 in particular, but also the 17-35. Not having any lenses that go below 24mm, and wanting to have tpossibility to blur background beyond 2-3 meters behind tghe subject which is close, I was wondring how these 2 lenses fared. Michele - 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 . Try FREE Yahoo! Mail - the world's greatest free email! http://mail.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Aff camera flash question
Thanks all Does the cord HAVE to be the pentax one? Or can it be any flash cord? Yahoo! Greetings - Send FREE e-cards for every occasion! http://greetingsyahoocom - 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: The most under-rated Pentax body
Overall, I agree with the thread saying that many Pentax cameras are generally underrated like the Z-1(p), LX, MZ-S and MZ-3 However, among this group/pentax owners My bet would be on the SuperA, seems to be completeseems because I never actually had one but lusted when looking to rid myself of the P30 and was a pennyless student Michele Yahoo! Greetings - Send FREE e-cards for every occasion! http://greetingsyahoocom - 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: Re[2]: Aff camera flash question
thanks --- Bruce Dayton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Michelle, You are talking about a dedicated connection here. Those adapters are designed to work with the capabilities of the flash unit and camera body (TTL, etc). So the answer is you must use the Pentax cord. Bruce Dayton Friday, March 01, 2002, 12:32:09 AM, you wrote: M Thanks all... M Does the cord HAVE to be the pentax one? Or can it be M any flash cord? - 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 . Yahoo! Greetings - Send FREE e-cards for every occasion! http://greetings.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Switching to Pentax
Adding insult to injury to NIKON regressing, their new F55 has not got TTL HA HA...how con a manufacturer do that? the hotshoe looks like the spotmatics! Yahoo! Sports - Coverage of the 2002 Olympic Games http://sports.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Nikon gears
and the Nikon D100, 6mp camera (chasing the Canon D30?) --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Many new gears announced by Nikon. http://www.nikon.co.jp/main/index_e.htm AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF Zoom-Nikkor 28-100mm f/3.5-5.6G All are G lenses. Nikon will follow the path of Canon? Frankie -- Åwªï¨Ï¥ÎHongKong.com¶l¥ó¨t²Î Thank you for using hongkong.com Email system - 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 . Yahoo! Sports - Coverage of the 2002 Olympic Games http://sports.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
New Pentax MZ-60
From the site: http://www.photozone.de/ With picture, in the news section Some specs: -mode dial replaced by cheaper buttons -shutter speed 1/2000-30sec -min X-sync. 1/100sec -1 AF sensor -1 fps -weight ~325g -price ~200 Euro Ciao Yahoo! Sports - Coverage of the 2002 Olympic Games http://sports.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: New Pentax MZ-60
Ps, Dario Bonazza's AOHC site also reports it...pic is better too http://digilander.iol.it/aohc/index.htm Yahoo! Sports - Coverage of the 2002 Olympic Games http://sports.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Need advice: Photographing objects illumination -2
Again, thank you very much for your input --- Anthony Farr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sorry for the delay in my answer. Over the weekend my wife had her second gallstone attack in three weeks and I'm only just clearing my PDML backlog :( In answer to your question, you need to remember that most things in nature are lit from one source (the sun, the moon, a fire etc.) so a shot should appear to be lit by only one light. That is the main light and can go anywhere that looks good and is appropriate to the subject and the purpose of the photo. However the main light alone will create shadows that are too dark for film to render, so a second light called the fill light is used, but it shouldn't contribute any shadows of its own. That is why the fill light is always as close to the camera as possible (unless reflections might be problematic ie. portraits of eyeglass wearers). The spread lighting you describe is ideal for a copystand but is rarely satisfactory for 3D subjects, and will create a nest of crossed shadows that are difficult to handle. To arrive at the lighting ratios is simple. The whole subject from the camera's point-of-view is lit by the fill light. The main light illuminates only the highlights and does not reach the shadows. If the amount of light reaching the subject from each light is the same, then the shadows get one measure of light (from the fill) and the highlights get two measures of light (one from the main plus one from the fill). The result is a 2:1 lighting ratio. So, if half the light reaches the subject from the fill as it does from the main then the shadows have one measure of light (from fill) and the highlights have two (from main) plus one (from fill) equals three measures of light therefore the lighting ratio is 3:1. This simple arithmatic provides the lighting ratio for any illumination difference. When you add more lights, eg the background light and the hairlight (named for its purpose in portraiture, also called a kicker on movie sets) you need to take the latitude of the film into account. The kicker should be one to three stops above the general exposure level of the lit subject, depending on how strong an accent on the back edges of the subject is required. The background light is mostly a subtle splash of oblique light for compositional balance which should be about the same as the general exposure. But if you're aiming to get a totally white field then you need to overlight it about a stop (by INCIDENT light measurement) to achieve a pure white. Alternatively aim for a REFLECTED light meter level about three stops above the subject level for colour film or four stops higher for bw film. This puts white one stop into the shoulder of the film's curve, and prevents any greyness. This isn't as easy as it sounds because you mustn't spill background light onto the subject or introduce erroneous shadows. If all this sounds complicated the solution is to experiment and the principles will fall into place. Anyway, if it was too easy then professionals wouldn't get paid to do it :) Regards, Anthony Farr - Original Message - From: MPozzi [EMAIL PROTECTED] (snip) -I have a light meter, and I will be using that to measure light, however anthony, i do not understand when you say... Both lights of equal brightness (always measured at the subject) will give a 2:1 lighting ratio which is low contrast (ie. good for high contrast subject matter). Surely 2 lights, same distance from the object (on the left and on the right) will balance out and kill contrast. (snip) - 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 . Yahoo! Sports - Coverage of the 2002 Olympic Games http://sports.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Need advice: Photographing objects illumination -2
Thanks for the great input Anthony, Leonard, Doug. Very valuable information indeed Here is a little more info based on your feedback and few other questions: -I do not necessarly need to use a white background. Grey sounds good. Not sure what the editor wants but I may suggest different shades. -I do have a flash (Metz 40mz-3) but am unable to separate it from the body, and cannot get the cables to do so here in Rome thanks to the scarce availability of Pentaz goods, and will not have it in time for the shoot. is it still a good idea to use it in TTL as the front light? -I was planning to use a 135 f2.8 (Pentax FA lens) or the 50 1.4 mm (Pentax A lens). -I have a light meter, and I will be using that to measure light, however anthony, i do not understand when you say... Both lights of equal brightness (always measured at the subject) will give a 2:1 lighting ratio which is low contrast (ie. good for high contrast subject matter). Surely 2 lights, same distance from the object (on the left and on the right) will balance out and kill contrast. Lastly digital. I have access to a friend's casio 3.3meg PS. I doubt the resolution though would be good for publishingor would it? Thanks Michele Send FREE Valentine eCards with Yahoo! Greetings! http://greetings.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
digi slr.....
Has anyone noticed the specs of the new Sigma Digital SLR? Courtesy of photozone.de For Eg. -1/6000-30s, B X-sync. min. 1/180 sec -3.3 Meg and the price. Sounds suspiciously like the pentax MZ-S...in the D version.. -- Sigma has announced its first digital SLR with native Sigma mount - the SD9 Some specs: 3.43 MPixel based on a revolutionary new sensor design (Foveon X3 sensor) 20.7 x 13.8 mm (1.7x multiplier) dust protector for the image sensor 8 segment, center-weighted spot metering 1/6000-30s, B X-sync. min. 1/180 sec weight ~ 800g price 3000 $/Euro Send FREE Valentine eCards with Yahoo! Greetings! http://greetings.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: FEB PUG and try this
Well...its not quite the intended se of that picture I had in mind when I took it...ih well --- Darryn [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Worderful PUG, Haven't gone through them all yet, but for anyone that's bored, try this. Open CD Cover by Michelle Pozzi. Now, using your mouse and scroll bar on the right side of the screen, wobble the image up and down. The image bulges out at you. Now do it to the beat of some rap song, (I don't have any so I had to use Neil Diamond. Didn't really work so well). Darryn Richter - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: af speed again...
No, I belive the offposite should happen, as more light comes to the AF sensor, the more contrast, therefore less hunting. I do not knoe if there is a noticeable difference with the apertures you mention, but between 2.8 and 5.6 there might be. Michele --- Nick Wright [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know that lens size will play a part in how fast the camera can focus. But, does this mean that my FA* 300/4.5 will focus faster than say a FA* 300/2.8. Because, from what I understand, the 4.5 is much smaller than the 2.8? Thanks. Nick Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: non-favorite Pentax lens?
Without doubt, the FA 28-80 3.5-4.5 power zoom, that was sold with the Z-1. Terrible build lens, Wobbly inner barrel that over the years fell out. Sticky aperure blades, and over time, refused to focus at infinity Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: MZ-S Questions
Hi Jason, I can answer a few of your points. Point 1. Overriding the A from the lens, means going into M (manual) or Tv (shutter priority)and is done using the dial on the body. the green button on the front of the body will bring you back to Program. There is no way to get aperture priority from the body (answering also point 3) Not sure about the max F number, could be your lens not giving correct info to the body. I vaguely remember a similar discussion on the list but not suresurely a list member will give an answer . Bellows, I guess a Pentax/3rd party kmount bellows are available 2nd hand, but not sure you'll find ones (if they were ever made) maintaing any program features... to double check you could check out: http://www.bdimitrov.de/kmp/index.html 4. No help there.. Hope it been some help Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: favorite non-Pentax K mount lens?
Sigma 28-70, f2.8 Very sharp, good colour, not too bulky Great stuff seeking new owners in Yahoo! Auctions! http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Song reference to Pentax
I never thought I would contibute a mail of this sort to the PDML, but whilst reading the mails, I put in a CD lent to me by a friend, by Diana Kroll (Old sung Jazz covers.) the album: When I Look In Your Eyes, the song: popsicle toes Well, a line in the song goes someting like, ...how come you always load that pentax when I'm in the nude.. ! At least, for once, it wasn't a Nikon. Ciao Michele Send your FREE holiday greetings online! http://greetings.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: C41 film for bright conditions?
Hi, I believe, (but I'm not sure though, could be a howler of an urban myth), that certain film companies (I think its Kodak, not sure about Fuji)produces file with different specs for the Australian market, due to the different light there. If this were true, perhaps its better to purchase it there? Michele --- Hi, I am after a C41 film to use on a holiday next month, in 100 and 400iso. Since its summer in Australia it should be pretty bright and contrasty conditions. So a larging lattitude would help. Any reccomendations for a film for this sort of situation? I have been shooting Supra, but find when its shot in bright light it tends to blow out lighter colours. Any one else noticed this? Would adjusting the ISO make any difference to this? I have shot some Reala before, but dont really like it much. Thanks, Paul Jones Check out Yahoo! Shopping and Yahoo! Auctions for all of your unique holiday gifts! Buy at http://shopping.yahoo.com or bid at http://auctions.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
OT: Price of a used Nikon LS-1000 coolscan
Hi all, Does anyone know or can Guesstimate the price of a used Nikon LS-1000 coolscan? I may have the opportunity to purchase it used... Thanks Michele Buy the perfect holiday gifts at Yahoo! Shopping. http://shopping.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Flash recommendations for LX please
I'll try that Thanks... I do not use the LX as the main camera, but as a mechanical back-up however I never got round (still) to feeling confortable with the flash. Ciao Michele --- Alan Chan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is your experience with the LX and Metz 40MZ3i in terms of results? I find it difficult to get well balanced shots with this combination (tends to overexpose). I have been shooting it on x synchro at f4. For the type of shots I do, I need to automise it as much as possible... Unfortunately, I used full manual mode when I still had the LX. If the subject was large, I suggest you try A mode which is not TTL. You can alter the f-stop setting on the flash to achieve the compensation. For instance, for outdoor shots, if the camera was set to f4, you can set the flash to f2.8 or even f2. This way, you can achieve flash compensation (without TTL of course). However, altering the f-stop on the flash in TTL mode takes no effect, this method works for non-TTL modes only. regards, Alan Chan _ 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 . NEW from 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 .
Re: MZ-S; Built to last
I can confirm its ruggedness- I took the MZ-S to India for 1 month in August. It withstood many extreme conditions remarkably well, dealing with extremes in humidity and temperature(airconditioning - monsoon period), constant lens changes, moisture (mainly from my shirt-its HOT there- as it got carried around) and various bumps on the crouded streets. I mistreated it more than deserved and came out without a scratch and more importantly delivered. I also did not have any trouble with switches moving as I took it in and out of the bag (Lowepro off-trail, a sort of camera pouch). The things I found less positive were: The body got EXTREMELY hot in the sun, being black and perhaps, being made of metal. Also the AF selector is not very user-friendly (Pentax should really provide a back with a joystick selector), especially because the 6 sensors cover a wide area-I found myself using the central one most of the time (as with the Z1). Michele NEW from 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 .
Re: Flash recommendations for LX please
What is your experience with the LX and Metz 40MZ3i in terms of results? I find it difficult to get well balanced shots with this combination (tends to overexpose). I have been shooting it on x synchro at f4. For the type of shots I do, I need to automise it as much as possible... thanks M --- Alan Chan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The good old Pentax AF280T should do. I believe it is still available brand new. I have the Metz 40MZ3i which is an excellent flash, but doesn't balance well on traditional manual focus bodies which is rather small in comparsion. I use it mainly on Z-1p. regards, Alan Chan I'm sure this one has been turned over many times before, but if you could please bear with me... Any recommendations for a flash unit for the Pentax LX? I hate using flash, and never do for 'my' pics. But more and more I'm asked to do portraits and on a sunny day I can't be bothered arsing about with reflectors. I could do with a little fill-in flash. What would work with my LX? Remember - it has to be easy for my addled brain to figure out... I know about redeye, but it has to be hotshoe mounted, and maybe even the option of an external battery. Bounce head essential, but I could live without swivel. Pentax brand considered first, but what about Metz and other makes as well? A few pointers here would be greatly appreciated from one who considers natural light the best way, but when someone's paying for a result, needs must... Cheers! Cotty _ 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 . NEW from 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 .
