SV: What lenses do you have? (poll)
Hi Brad I never use my SMC-A2.8/28mm Jens, Denmark -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Dan Scott [mailto:daniel559;directvinternet.com] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 06:55 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: What lenses do you have? (poll) On Sunday, October 27, 2002, at 12:02 AM, Brad Dobo wrote: Here's my very pathetic list, I've owned more, but sold them, most were the cheap FA Zooms, one was a nice 28mm f/2.8 A? that I sold...wish I could take that one back. FA 50mm 1:1.4 FA 100mm 1:2.8 MACRO FA 28-105mm 1:4-5.6 [IF] What I want soon are 2, Either, the FA* 24mm 1:2.0 AL [IF] or the FA 20-35mm 1:4.0 AL and A used fixed telephoto 300mm ~ 500mm manual focus and such. Brad Dobo The FA 24/2 is very nice. I took it, the FA 35/2 and the FA 77/1.8 to my sister's wedding in Dallas the week before last. I ended up using the 24 on at least half the shots. Just have to keep remembering to take the hood off if I'm using the on camera flash. Easy to forget. Dan Scott
RE: Exclusive picture of new Pentax D-SLR
Hi all This is a very long thread based on the fact, that one Taiwaneese magasine didn't have a picture of the future/new Pentax DSLR, that is going to replace the abandoned (MZ-S-like) one, and used a two year old picture. We seem to know, it's going to have a 16x24mm 5 megapix CCD (?), a KAF-mount and will cost appr. 1500 USD/Euro's (Body only). As I recall the D MZ-S was supposed to cost about 6000-8000 USD/Euros, which means the new one must be very much different - since it costs about 1/4. I'll probably buy one instead of the MZ-S I never got. Faktor 1.5 focal means a 29mm will be like a 43mm, the normal lens. Basicly this doesn't mean very much in every day photography, but probably that Pentax will make some new widelangles, rectiliniar and fish-eye's, in the near future - and some new standard zooms, like a 2.8/16-60mm (24-90mm). Or maybe a SMC FA 2.8/19mm-47mm (28-70mm). It might be great fun to use theese on a 35mm body? I'll certainly like the latter. -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Heiko Hamann [mailto:list.heiko;mycroft.de] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 10:49 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Exclusive picture of new Pentax D-SLR Hi Steve, on 26 Oct 02 you wrote in pentax.list: I do have a question, however. How difficult is it to use the MZ-S shape but recast it in polycarbonate? I realize that it would require new mfg lines that cast plastic instead of bend metal, screw fittings would be needed, etc., etc., but the final product would be much cheaper and I think a few hundred bucks cheaper would make a big difference.. Interesting question. I can't answer it but I was thinking in the same direction. For me the MZ-S was never a real MZ as it has a unique design. Pal has said, that the Pentax reps sometimes are quite misunderstandig. So what if the MZ-S was the developing basis for new products and now will be the basis for the new chassis? I could imagine a new chassis line as follows: - a cheaper MZ-S made of polycarbonat replacing MZ-5/MZ-6 - the present MZ-S as semi-pro camera - the previous MZ-D with minor changes and the APS-sized chip - a MZ-flagship as big as the MZ-D with an integrated, fast winder and more pro-features For me this sounds sensible (altough it is pure speculation), especially as this would amortize Pentax's investments in rd. On the other hand there is missing a replacement for the cheap consumer bodies (MZ-60 etc.). So maybe these will still be produced in their present shape. And another argument against a new MZ-S-line: The LX was a similar product but it remained unique - there were no further developments into other bodies. Regards, Heiko
Strange Pentax posting
Hi list Did any of you get a mail like this (It's strange since I'm not subscibing to any yahoo list/group): You cannot reply to this message via email because you have chosen not to disclose your email address to the group. To reply: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/pentaxxstarforum/post?act=replymessageNum=887 Hi group, photography is an anytime changing, exciting thing that has found numerous places and discussion forums in the web. These are changing as photography in general is changing. This cannot be without consequences for forums like these. What can be observed in the last year was a fast growing website and forum community with unmatched competence in the digital photography area. Especially dpreview became a place, where informations and discussions became available much faster and reliable than in the classic brand related forums. Recently, e.g. the article and pictures on a new MZ-S Digital on photosharp.com.tw appeared there 2 days earlier than on the usually fast PDML. Since high end SLR photography in future will be digital photography, it is just consequent to shift a forum like this one over to a place like dpreview if time is ready for this. In my mind, it's ready now. So I invite all the 200+ friendly, humble, knowledgable and relaxed members I have seen here plus the numerous passive readers to switch over to http://www.dpreview.com/forums/ in order to strengthen the Pentax crowd there. In case you have no interest in digital, I have two things on offer. First the two big Pentax yahoo groups http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Spotmatic/ and the pdml offspring http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PentaxUsers/. Second, this group will not be deleted, but it will become a passive archive. So members will have access to the postings and image archive aytime at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/pentaxxstarforum/. However, this archive will be a so called hidden group without new messages. The change will happen at the end of October. See you, Ralf Yahoo! Groups Sponsor -~-- Sell a Home with Ease! http://us.click.yahoo.com/SrPZMC/kTmEAA/jd3IAA/hZCslB/TM -~- To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Herb Chong [mailto:HerbChong;compuserve.com] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 12:33
SV: Exclusive picture of new Pentax D-SLR
Hi Henry Well, I guess the csots of developing the MZ-S body has allready been paid for by the MS-S sales. I's might probably be cheaper to reuse the MZ-S framework, rather than starting all over again. The MZ-S sell for appr. 700-800 USD, leaving a little economic space for implementing the electronics... Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Iren Henry Chu [mailto:irenhenry;hotmail.com] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 14:18 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: RE: Exclusive picture of new Pentax D-SLR Hi all This is a very long thread based on the fact, that one Taiwaneese magasine didn't have a picture of the future/new Pentax DSLR, that is going to replace the abandoned (MZ-S-like) one, and used a two year old picture. We seem to know, it's going to have a 16x24mm 5 megapix CCD (?), a KAF-mount and will cost appr. 1500 USD/Euro's (Body only). As I recall the D MZ-S was supposed to cost about 6000-8000 USD/Euros, which means the new one must be very much different - since it costs about 1/4. I'll probably buy one instead of the MZ-S I never got. Although the photos are old, the message is that the new D-SLR will not be quite different to the old one. There is another important point from the Taiwanese report: Pentax aims at pricing the new D-SLR's to about half of the existing D-SLRs like D100 and D60 (list price = 330,000yen). It's planned price competitor is Sigma SD-9. The list price is the same at 200,000yen. Pentax Taiwan expected a street price of about USD1,200. Regards Henry Chu 27/10/2002 _ Choose an Internet access plan right for you -- try MSN! http://resourcecenter.msn.com/access/plans/default.asp
SV: Micrografx Picture Publisher Pro 10
Hi I use Picture publisher 7 and 8. I allways loved it. Even thoug I have Photoshop 5.1, I like PP much better. Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Steve Desjardins [mailto:DesJardinS;wlu.edu] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 16:00 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Micrografx Picture Publisher Pro 10 Just a question. I use Micrografx Picture Publisher Pro 10, which I really like. Anoyone else use this product? Steven Desjardins Department of Chemistry Washington and Lee University Lexington, VA 24450 (540) 458-8873 FAX: (540) 458-8878 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: (2): Ok, the most stupid question from someone who should know better (ie HELP NEEDED)
Hi Dave Even though I use Super A, I'm not familiar with the AF280T. But an easy way to cheat the automatics could be NOT to use TTL-mode but Automatic mode and then cheat the ASA setting (only on the flash)? It can be done with my Metz flashes. By the way - I'd use fill flash, not to add contrast on a dull day, but quite the opposite - to reduce contrast (soften shadows) on a sunny day. Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: David Brooks [mailto:brooks_dee;canoemail.com] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 14:33 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: (2): Ok, the most stupid question from someone who should know better (ie HELP NEEDED) In a related quiry as Brads.I have the Super Program and 280T flash.I was experimenting with fill on my last BW roll with poor results.If i set the flash to TTL or any other mode other than manual,the camera automaticly sets up at 125 shutter(sync speed for camera)What would be the best way to add a bit of fill flash on a dull day.Set flash to manual,meter ambient light and close down 1, 1 1/2 stops to compansate for flash.I see no way to adjust flash output in manual mode, other that using the Cotty plastic bouncy thing(patent pending) Dave Begin Original Message From: Gatis Visnevskis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sun, 27 Oct 2002 11:43:56 +0200 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Ok, the most stupid question from someone who should know better (ie HELP NEEDED) Wow, that's advanced, huh. I have very little flash experience, because i'm shooting landscapes mostly. It is still true for older F-lens and older bodys like ZX-7 ? Gasha Bruce Dayton wrote: ... somewhat blacked out. In more recent years, Pentax, among others, has changed the program so that it will try to use the slowest hand holdable shutter speed it can based on the focal length of the lens attached. By doing this, you let in as much ambient light as possible and use as little flash as possible to get a properly exposed image. End Original Message Pentax User Stouffville Ontario Canada http://home.ca.inter.net/brooksdj/ http://brooks1952.tripod.com/myhorses Sign up today for your Free E-mail at: http://www.canoe.ca/CanoeMail
SV: Simple K1000 Lens Question
Well, the 135mm pulls in more - graeter magnification. But the 100mm is faster=brighter screen/vievfinder=easier focusing/better in low light - about half a stop. Which one you prefere really depends on what you are shooting. I find the 100mm better for indoor shooting and protraits - the 135mm often gets you too close. Outdoor I'd prefere the 135mm. Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: John Gill [mailto:johngill;email.com] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 18:45 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Simple K1000 Lens Question After a 30 year absence from photography I'm back and re starting almost where I left off-fully manual.Only this time with Pentax,the K1000. I am having great fun with my two M series lenses,28/3.5 and 50/1.4, my 50/2 will be passed on, I think. My question is,how different is the M135/3.5 from the 100/2.8 for pulling in ,more distant subjects? I have no interest in doing portraits at this time-just more reach for candids. Best, John -- __ Sign-up for your own FREE Personalized E-mail at Mail.com http://www.mail.com/?sr=signup
RE: Simple K1000 Lens Question
...and there's a rare 2.8/105mm - quite nice! Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:Rfsindg;aol.com] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 19:48 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Simple K1000 Lens Question John, You're right the 135mm has more reach, but it is also a bit slower. The M-100mm f2.8 is a bit smaller and faster, so it's easier to focus and hold steady. There is a bigger K-100mm f2.8 but they are more rare. The M-135/3.5 is an old favorite and dirt cheap for the quality it provides. You won't go wrong with it! Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: After a 30 year absence from photography I'm back and re starting almost where I left off-fully manual.Only this time with Pentax,the K1000. I am having great fun with my two M series lenses,28/3.5 and 50/1.4, my 50/2 will be passed on, I think. My question is,how different is the M135/3.5 from the 100/2.8 for pulling in ,more distant subjects? I have no interest in doing portraits at this time-just more reach for candids. Best, John
SV: Simple K1000 Lens Question
...and a 2.5/135mm (qiute rare) whoich is great! (unfortunately I let mine go...) Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: John Gill [mailto:johngill;email.com] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 18:45 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Simple K1000 Lens Question After a 30 year absence from photography I'm back and re starting almost where I left off-fully manual.Only this time with Pentax,the K1000. I am having great fun with my two M series lenses,28/3.5 and 50/1.4, my 50/2 will be passed on, I think. My question is,how different is the M135/3.5 from the 100/2.8 for pulling in ,more distant subjects? I have no interest in doing portraits at this time-just more reach for candids. Best, John -- __ Sign-up for your own FREE Personalized E-mail at Mail.com http://www.mail.com/?sr=signup
RE: Ok, the most stupid question from someone who should know better (ie HELP NEEDED)
Hi Jostein wrote: The Z-series and MZ-series cameras will do the same thing, but not while working with flash. My Z-1 tends to select shutter speeds one step slower than suggested by the rule, which kinda makes me a bit nervous about camera shake. (doesn't help to be nervous either, I suppose...) That's not quite my experience - Z1 does the same with a flash - but it DEPENDS ON THE FLASH - it's not the same with every flash. Whenusing a flash in dark conditions I find it annoying that the camrea choose rather slow speeds. I use the Z1 in Manual Mode, when I'm using a flash (the TTL-automatics still works in Manual, which is great BTW) for the same reason. And, I guess that's the reason they put in a 250-setting on the Z1-P - to help freeze movement, when there's ambient light in the scene. Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Jostein [mailto:pentax;oksne.net] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 22:06 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Ok, the most stupid question from someone who should know better (ie HELP NEEDED) Brad, Paul, There's an old rule of thumb saying that the longest hand-holdable shutter speed for a lens is 1 divided by focal length. Ie, for a 28mm, 1/30s, for a 135mm, 1/125 (by approximation). The MZ-S receive info from FA-lenses telling the focal length. Then the camera selects a shutter speed that allows as much ambient light as possible while being possible to hand-hold without camera shake. Definately a good thing to do when working with flash. The Z-series and MZ-series cameras will do the same thing, but not while working with flash. My Z-1 tends to select shutter speeds one step slower than suggested by the rule, which kinda makes me a bit nervous about camera shake. (doesn't help to be nervous either, I suppose...) HTH. Jostein - Original Message - From: Paul Eriksson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, October 27, 2002 8:22 PM Subject: Re: Ok, the most stupid question from someone who should know better (ie HELP NEEDED) Good question, I've been wondering about it to. From: Brad Dobo [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: PDML \(Pentax\) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Ok, the most stupid question from someone who should know better (ie HELP NEEDED) Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2002 01:55:51 -0500 Ok, Time to spill my guts to you fine folks. I need some help. It's a silly matter that I've had since starting shooting. Ok, here's the equipment first, cameras MZ-5n, MZ-S, flash units, AF330FTZ and AF360FGZ, lens example, my 28-105mm zoom. Ok, mix and match the flashes to the cameras however you like. Generally now it's the MZ-S with the AF360FGZ. Normal indoor conditions, flash in hotshoe properly, all charged up, flash on the P-TTL or TTL, everything is normal. Camera is set on program. This all cool so far? Ok, at 28mm, I get a wide open aperture in this case f/4 and a shutter speed of 1/30sec. Does that make sense? Is that correct? I would have thought the aperture would be smaller, and the shutter speed higher. Ok, zoom out to the 105mm, aperture still wide open, now at f/5.6, 1/90sec shutter. What's going on? I always bypass this and sometimes set the aperture, most times, I don't. I do however, in the MZ-5n, set the shutter to 1/125 to get the 1/100 sync. With the MZ-S, I set it to 1/180. I'm quite embarrassed asking this question, but I now feel I need to know. Is what is happening correct? Am I doing the right thing by setting the shutter higher? Btw, the pictures turn out just fine. I just don't understand why the shutter speed is SO low and the aperture is wide open. Please, any assistance would be very appreciated, and while feeling like a fool for a while, at least I'll know what the heck is going on. BD ** Brad W. Dobo, HBA (Eds.) Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ#: 1658 _ Protect your PC - get McAfee.com VirusScan Online http://clinic.mcafee.com/clinic/ibuy/campaign.asp?cid=3963
RE: Exclusive picture of new Pentax D-SLR
Thanks Dan This must mean, that lenses for 35mm are better/more expensive and will produce overall sharper results on a 16x24 CCD-frame (provided there's enough PIXELS/resolution enough)! Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Dan Scott [mailto:daniel559;directvinternet.com] Sendt: 27. oktober 2002 22:05 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: SV: Exclusive picture of new Pentax D-SLR On Sunday, October 27, 2002, at 12:39 PM, arkibladt wrote: Hi Dan Can't quite follow you.. Why is there a design diffenrence? Isn't the CCD flat or is it sfaeric or what? Please explain! Thanks Jens No problem. Picture a lens projecting light on to a 24x36 rectangle. Now picture a small postage stamp in the center of the 24x36 rectangle. Light passing through the center of the lens still covers the postage stamp, but light from the outer edges of the lens are now far outside the imaging area represented by the small postage stamp. Viola! The lens with the sharp center and the mushy corners suddenly appears to have changed its ways, becoming sharp all the way around (at least, until it is put back on a camera that records a 24x36 image. Dan Scott
SV: ZX-5n plus Sunpak 444D
Hi Third party flashes may damage the camera due to too high current or voltage. But most modern flashes will be fine (if they are made after the camera model, there's a good chance, the manufactorers know what they're up against, right? I use many different Metz flashes and haven't had any problems. But my Z1 certainly doesn't like my Pentax AF160... I have both Metz and Pentax flashes, which I regard as very high quality and suitable for Pentax cameras. Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Brad Dobo [mailto:brad.dobo;rogers.com] Sendt: 26. oktober 2002 04:05 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: ZX-5n plus Sunpak 444D I have a stupid question. :-) Ever since beginning photography, flash has been the most troublesome tool. However, what I'd like to know, is how safe is it to use other flashes on a Pentax camera? The Pentax literature doesn't suggest it and warns against major malfunction and nuclear meltdown. :-). Even some in the store tell me to go with Pentax, even when I'm looking at an expensive Metz. Has anyone here had any trouble, or ever heard of someone having trouble? Regards, Brad Dobo - Original Message - From: Rubenstein, Bruce M (Bruce) [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, October 25, 2002 9:22 PM Subject: RE: ZX-5n plus Sunpak 444D The Sunpack site (www.tocad.com) doesn't have the specs for the flash's coverage. I doubt that it goes wider than 28mm, if it even goes that far. I would suggest using Stofen Omnibounce to spread the light around. BR -Original Message- From: Pat [mailto:gldnbearz2;yahoo.com] Hey gang- Hope this gets through... a whiles back, there was a discussion of flashes that could be used on the ZX-5n. One of the William's and Dick Graham both suggested the Sunpak 444D. My question now is has anyone used it w/ a wide angle lens, say a 20-35 zoom, and what were the results, especially between 20-28mm?
SV: Re[2]: Travel Kit
No wonder, there's war and struggel all over this planet... This is a list about a very peacefull, artistic, creative subject; photography! Don't you all agree? Jens '-Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Bob Walkden [mailto:bob;web-options.com] Sendt: 26. oktober 2002 19:36 Til: Paul Stenquist Emne: Re[2]: Travel Kit Hi, no, he didn't ask if it was correct FOR HIM. He asked Would you be happy with the following lenses for a travel kit?. He asked for our OPINION. I gave an opinion based on 25 years of travel photography in over 20 different countries, an opinion which many people might think carries a certain amount of weight. The lenses he mentioned are too slow, in my opinion and experience, for travel photography and I would not be happy with them. That's what he asked for, that's what I replied to. Read the stuff properly. He asked for an opinion, he got one. It is *only* an opinion, and anybody can disagree with it, or form another opinion, but nobody has the right to dismiss it as pretentious nonsense. --- Bob Saturday, October 26, 2002, 9:19:17 AM, you wrote: Okay it's just nonsense. The writer of the original message had asked if we thought his lens selection was correct FOR HIM. Like most of us, he probably can't afford the ultra fast glass. Those are the lenses he owns. His choice was correct. They are not too slow to produce great pictures. Bob Walkden wrote: Hi, The primes other than the 50 are too slow, although the focal lengths aregood. Pretentious nonsense. For the majority of situations, these lenses are fast enough. You can call it nonsense if you like, but you've no right to call it pretentious, which is a gratuitous insult and a good way to get another flame war started. I have quite a lot of experience of travel photography. I made it explicit in my post that I was speaking for myself, and everything I wrote is based on my personal experience of travel photography during the last 25 years. If you don't like it then fine, but don't call it pretentious. --- Bob Friday, October 25, 2002, 9:26:30 PM, you wrote: In reference to a travel kit that includes: 28mm f/3.5 50mm f/1.4 105mm f/2.8 macro 200mm f/4 Bob Walkden wrote: The primes other than the 50 are too slow, although the focal lengths aregood. Pretentious nonsense. For the majority of situations, these lenses are fast enough. Most of us can't afford ultra-fast glass. In any case, how often does one shoot in extremely low light with a 200? And the SMC 200/4 is an excellent lens. When shooting with the 28, a shutter speed of 1/15 or 1/30 is quite manageable. And that's easy to achieve at 3.5 with most films and lighting conditions. No, they're not premium lenses, but they'll take fine pictures. Hell, I've even shot in the dead of night with my M 200/4. See http://www.portfolios.com/zoom.wga?User_number=stenquistimagecount=15 They're not as fast as the big money, big glass. But they're not too slow.
SV: Marketing images through the WWW
Very interesting subject I actually brought this subject up on the list last year. Very few answers form the list... I found stock-photo agencies who wnated 50 or more original slides - I wouldn't have any chance to make sure they wouldn't use them without paying me one cent! But - if you are good (not just at photographing, but you must know what the market and demand is - which photographs sells, which motivs and which styles) and willing to take some risks - you can sell photographs. Some people do, for a living. I don't believe in selling photographs through your own web site. If you want to, you must make sure your site is easy to find from any major search-engine (yahoo, altavista, google etc.) Try contacting a marketing consultant. Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Pål Jensen [mailto:paaljensen;sensewave.com] Sendt: 23. oktober 2002 17:49 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Marketing images through the WWW Have any of you with your own web pages had any success in selling images for stock use through the web? I've reading Ron Engh's Sellphoto.com and setting up my own web page seem temping as I have quite a few unique and saleable images.. For those who have experiences with this, have you actively marketed your images towards potential clients? How much work is it to make your own (well designed) web page for someone who has never done this sort of thing before? Pål
SV: Inexpensive flash recommendation
The FTZ500 is brilliant! Best qualitity and (award winning) design, I've ever seen. Wait for it. You'll love it! Why do you need spot beam - shooting a lot in the dark? Metz and mabybe others have a SCA-adapter (Pentax dedicated) with a spotbeam - but it's more than 50USD. Try to check out second hand stuff! regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:awrobinson;cox.net] Sendt: 24. oktober 2002 21:37 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Inexpensive flash recommendation I'm looking for flash with these characteristics to use with my ZX-L: 1. TTL 2. Autofocus assist (the red spot beam from another thread) 3. Under $50 US I thought I had found such a flash with the Vivitar 728. However, when it arrived from BH, the manual noted that the autofocus assist works only with Canon and Nikon cameras. I tested the flash and found the auto focus assist does not completely not work with my Pentax, but the results were close enough to make the manual correct. (How's that for a terrible sentence.) The reason I'm looking for a cheap flash is that I've put a real flash, the Pentax AF 500 FTZ, on my Christmas wish list. Right now, I'm debating with myself on returning the Vivitar. I could probably justify its cost as a relatively light weight fill-flash for outdoor events like Mardi Gras. However, if I could find a flash that met ALL my criteria, I would return the Vivitar and buy the other one. I've looked around on the web, but haven't found anything. On eBay, someone is selling a lot of Sakar flashes that claim to have TTL and auto focus assist capbilities. I have never heard of Sakar before, so I'm suspicious even at those prices. Does anyone know any flash models that would meet my criteria? Thanks! Andrew Robinson
Sv: RE: Super Program/A problems
Hi Rich In fact, yes. It took pictures. They were a little dark in the top of the frame - and of course not focused or composed properly... For some odd reason the camera seems to work rigt now - the problem disapeared as suddnly as it ocured!! Jens Fra: Richard Klein [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/26 Wed PM 01:52:23 CEST Til: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: RE: Super Program/A problems I've never heard of such a thing! Got pictures? -Rich Photodane ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) wrote: ...which I use for Hillwalking, while lieing upside down in the boot of the car! - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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: Super Program/A problems
Hi William, Jeff, John, Bob, Frank... Thanks for the answers - and the entertaining lesson in english. I will try to fix the shutter button. I think it may have been pooched in my LowePro minitrecker, which I use for Hillwalking, while lieing upside down in the boot of the car! PS: My photodealer asked what camera it was. When I told him he said: That's very unusual (for a Pentax)! Best regards Photodane - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Super Program/A problems
Hi all My much appreciated Super A behaves funny: The shutter fires as soon as I advance the film, without pressing the release button! Have anyone experienced anything like that. Can this be caused by a faulty battery - I have just replased it. Answers wil be greatfulle apreciated! Photodane - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: MZ-S Flash Expousre compensation
Hi John and ... I don't have the MZ-S (yet), but: Does this mean we can practice flash comp. without the new, MZ-S-dedicated flash? Photodane Fra: John Hiben [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/24 Mon AM 08:01:22 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: MZ-S Flash Expousre compensation Hello, Whilst reading through the archive i came across this post in regards to flash exposure compensation on the MZ-S, if i was going to use the flash for fill flash, would I dial in + or - exposore compensation? Tah, John --Quote from Old Email-- In aperure priority mode set whatever exposure you want that gives shutterspeed slower than 1/180s. Lock that exposure - it takes a twist of the thumb. Dial in exp. compensation. Thats it. Its far easier and faster than on the Z-1p I used to own. _ Sign up for FREE email @ www.phat.co.nz and get your own @phat.co.nz address! muzic n' more @ http://www.muzic.net.nz - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: WTB: Pentax AF 500 FTZ flash
Hi Nick I just saw one in a UK magazine. Please answer if you want address. Jens Fra: Nicholas Wright [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/19 Wed AM 05:45:44 CEST Til: PDML [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: WTB: Pentax AF 500 FTZ flash I would like to purchase this model of flash, if someone has one they're willing to part with please contact me off-list. [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks! -- Nick www.wrightfoto.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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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: Re: OT: Let's Pray
Hi Bob I agree that we/you must fight terrorism. With all means available that doesn#8217;t hurt innocent people. What I don#8217;t want is annother #8220;wholy war#8221; against muslims or the arab world. In my country #8211; God help us #8211; some parties have already suggested that all muslims shold be sent #8220;home#8221;! That my friend is also very, very tragic! The wholy war has already started in some peoples heads! It seems mr. Bush already has shown a more subtle approach to fighting terrorism, than it seemed a few days ago. Of cource Nato/we will asssist you as far as we can. But is it really possible to pinpoint the responsible and punish them and only them? Regards Jens Fra: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/18 Tue PM 11:41:17 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Re: OT: Let's Pray Yes, damn right, and I agree with my president, but sorry, I don't get how this relates to the question. Again... What has Bin Laden said that he wants? Please try not to leave anything out so as to make him seem more acceptable. You don't think we've heard it from his own lips, but we have. Again... Surely your version will be without bias. Separate question. Now, exactly what do you think the United States should do about the three acts of terror resulting in the loss of more than 5000 lives now. Now remember, I didn't ask what the US shouldn't do. Ignore them? Apologize because most of the people in the towers were able to escape so that we could not learn our full lesson? Apologize for all past indiscressions and hold a day of national suicide to ride the world of our nastiness? Send a diplomat over to say Naughty, naughty! Grown up nations don't act like this? Exactly what would be your response if the situation was reversed? What if some disaster from the same folks who brought this last disaster is visited upon your country? What if it happens simply because your country is a member state of NATO or simply because your nation has described this disaster as brought by evil men whereas they believe it is a holy thing? Give me a break! There will be retribution and the ability of terrorists to wage their war on this scale will be eliminated. Generally, turn about is the essence of fair play. (If you say it's ok to do what you do, well then, we agree.) What if the US picks symbols the terrorists hold dear and clear them to the ground? We won't do that, but what if we do? You'll get mad? And then what? You'll destroy the US? What do you think the US (or any other country) would do? Do you think any country will allow itself to be laid waste and wiped from existence without using the best weapons in it's arsenal? Arrogant? Damn right. I'm sure you can find some better words too. Then I'll agree with you that we're (whatever description you think will be insulting). Then what? 225 years ago we gave up caring what the nations of Europe thought of us. Keep in mind, there is no place in the Middle East that we've been that we weren't invited, or that we didn't ask first except Iraq. We went at the request of Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Regards, Bob... --- In the carboniferous epoch we were promised perpetual peace. They swore if we gave up our weapons that the wars of the tribes would cease. But when we disarmed they sold us, and delivered us, bound, to our foe. And the gods of the copybook headings said, 'Stick to the devil you know.' --Rudyard Kipling From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Hi You see - that's the kind of arrogance I'm talking about! I saw/heard Mr. Bush on CNN say that he would - make no mistake - hunt down and punish the responsible! Didn't you? Jens - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: My PZ-1 was insulted!
Hi Juan I just had mine repaired (impact damage) for more than that! Now I'm considering buying a Z1-p or a MZ-S as suplementary body! Jens Fra: Juan J. Buhler [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/18 Tue AM 07:50:41 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: My PZ-1 was insulted! My beloved PZ-1 was insulted today when I was offered $75 for it in my local camera shop, KeepitShoveit in Palo Alto. So, I decided to put in on ebay, without reserve and a starting bid of $250, for the body, FA28-80 and Sigma 75-300, plus a bunch of filters and a case. http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1276289779 If you win this item and mention the Pentax list when you contact me, I'll give you a 5% discount on your final bid. Trying-to-get-money-for-a-50-Summicron-but-don't-worry-I-still-have-an-MX,-MESuper-and-ZX5n, j = -- Juan J. Buhler http://www.jbuhler.com __ Terrorist Attacks on U.S. - How can you help? Donate cash, emergency relief information http://dailynews.yahoo.com/fc/US/Emergency_Information/ - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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: Re: OT: Let's Pray
Hi You see - that's the kind of arrogance I'm talking about! I saw/heard Mr. Bush on CNN say that he would - make no mistake - hunt down and punish the responsible! Didn't you? Jens Fra: Bob Blakely [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/17 Mon PM 11:54:02 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Re: OT: Let's Pray Mr. Bib Laden has given several interviews and he is very consistant in what he wants. I see you don't have a plan, but surely you can tell us all what he wants. Go ahead... Surely your version will be without bias. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I don't have a plan. Just believe that Osama bin Laden or who ever did this terrible crime against humanity and the American people has made an important statement: USA interfers to much in other countries affairs - claiming to defend democracy and humanity, but maybe is more conserned about US investments that anything else! Mr bin Laden is not the only one who thinks so! And this is supported by what? Starting annother punishment war is just about the most stupid thing to do. It will mean more lost, innocent human lives! The US isn't goint to start a punishment war. Haven't you been listening? The US has no interest in punishment. We are going to eliminate the enemy's ability to conduct terror - if it taks ten years! Further, with more than 5000 innocents dead, I find your assertion that The US started a war or will be starting a war amazingly insensitive, cruel and God! I have no word for you. Insted - find out WHY, in order to prevent things like this to repeat! We know why. Mr. Bin Laden has made it very clear. How to deal with the ongoing threads from sertain places, I don't know. Call back when you actually know something. - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 NEW PENTAX
A Major player? Maybe so, but competition to Nikon, Canon, Olympus, Fuji etcI don't think so! Have you heard of the new FUJI with Nikon mount - high resolution, low price! Pentax makes cameras for pro's allright: The 6x7 and the 645! BUt 35mm or digital? Don't you honestly still believe they'll get to be be a major player there? Regards jens Fra: Mike Johnston [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/17 Mon AM 11:44:31 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: THE NEW PENTAX I think most of us are comfortable with being backward-looking. I know I am. I appreciate and enjoy Pentax M42 screwmount equipment and SMCP-M equipment particularly. But how many of us are willing to be FORWARD LOOKING as well? There is a good chance that by the end of 2002, Pentax will be headed towards becoming a major player in the digital camera marketplace. There's a good chance that its digital products will multiply rapidly. This will start happening SOON, I'm guessing. Happening probably much more gradually, there is a good chance that development of new film products will diminish to a trickle. Pentax is CHANGING. The next few years may well see a major reorientation of the company's products. There will be what amounts to a NEW PENTAX. How willing are each of you to come along for the ride? I'm not asking if you'll switch over to digital--I have yet to see it written that if you use digital, you can't also use K2s, LXs, and MZ-Ss. But WHERE are you in your understanding of the new ways of making pictures, and HOW DO YOU FEEL about becoming forward-looking as well as backward-looking, and...will you still BE LOYAL to Pentax when most new product introductions are digital??? --Mike - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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: Let's Pray
Let's all pray that God will punish the bastard who killed thousinds of innocent people i NY on the 11. of september 2001. Let's all pray, that the USA has enough common sence NOT to start annother crusade (Vietnamwar) against muslims, communists, buhdists, hindues or whatever is different from their own beliefs (that money/dollars, should rule the world???), in which thousinds of innocent people will get killed! Let's all pray that the people in the USA will mind their own business and not interfere in other countries affairs. They may just want the same freedom that we enjoy - some places more than others - in the West! Let's all pray, that all countries will respect the right to freedom and independance of all people in the world - muslims, communists, buhdists, hindues, cristians, jews, pentaxloveres and all other of gods children etc. Thanks Jens - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: NYC digital photos by Chinatown resident
Hi Joe Thanks for the amazing photographs! Jens Fra: Joe Wilensky [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/12 Wed PM 08:41:49 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: NYC digital photos by Chinatown resident Anyone interested in checking out an amateur photographer's results photographing from Chinatown on Tuesday morning and from Manhattan later that night take a look at: http://www.markallencam.com/nycblowup.html He used a digital camera, though I can't find any reference to make and model. Joe - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Off Topic
Hi all Please keep OT issues off list - especially GENERAL aspects of today's tragic events, for which I BTW offer all americans my deepest sympathy and condolences. It's a disasterous blow towards all democratic people in the world. Not to mention the great tragedy for those directly effected. But, dear friends, this is nevertheless, a Pentax Mail List, dedicated to Photography/Pentax. Thank you Jens, Europe - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Off Topic
Hi all Please keep OT issues off list - esoecially GENERAL aspects of today's tragic events, for which I BTW offer all americans my deepest sympathy and condolences. It's a disasterous blow towards all democratic people in the world. Not to mention the tragedy for those effected. But, dear friends, this is nevertheless, a Pentax Mail List, dedicated to Photography/Pentax. Thank you Jens - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: PENTAX FA* 28-70 F2.8
Hi I remember old archives saying someone had motor problems when tured upwards! Otherwise check Photodo tests. It's a little better than the Tokina AF ATX pro 2.6-2.8/28-70mm and the very good Pentax f4/28-70mm (discontinued). KEH has one for 1000$. BTW: It's an excellent zoom lens! Jens, Denmark pt. Ireland Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/09/05 Wed PM 07:32:13 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: PENTAX FA* 28-70 F2.8 Hi, My local photo store has a Pentax 28-70 F2.8 in very good condition can anyone provide some feedback about this lens with respect to: 1) Optical Quality (sharpness/bokeh/contrast etc...) 2) Flare control 3) Robustness/reliability (this has power zoom) 4) What would be a fair price to pay for what to me looks like a pristine sample. :-) Patrick - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Focus problem Tokina 2.8/28-70mm
Hi all I have a Tokina ATX Pro 2.6-2.8/28-70mm that will not focus at infinity, when set to wideangle (28-35mm). Have anyone else experienced this problem? I've noticed it when using it on my Z1 camera. Thanks Jens, Denmark, pt Cork, Ireland - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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: Selling Photographs!
Hi all Thanks all for your answers! I'll take a closer look at the suggested places! I did a little seraching myself. (There are even agencies that promote agencies!!! Some agencies are actually looking for photographers/photographs - but they want you to send in like 50 original slides(!). That is of cource risky. Anyway, take a look at pplmedia.com Thanks again. Best Regards Jens - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: RE: Selling Photographs!
Hi all Thanks all for your answers! I'll take a closer look at the suggested places! I did a little seraching myself. (There are even agencies that promote agencies!!! Some agencies are actually looking for photographers/photographs - but they want you to send in like 50 original slides(!). That is of cource risky. Anyway, take a look at pplmedia.com Thanks again. Best Regards Jens - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Super Program help
Hi Robert I don't have my Super A with me in Ireland, but as far as I recall it must be the button that turns on the light for the viewfinder info. Or is it the small LCD? It's handy in low light situations. Best Regards Jens, Denmark, pt Ireland Fra: Robert Payne [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/21 Tue PM 10:54:55 CEST Til: List-Pentax (E-mail) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Super Program help Would some one please tell me what the chrome button is for on my Super Program (recent eBay purchase) that is just below the PC connection. I am used to the ME Super and this camera seems very similar in the way the controls are. Pentax USA is supposed to send me a users manual but that may take a week or two so I'm just trying to figure this thing out. I haven't yet finished a roll of film so I'm not even sure if it's working properly yet. Thanks, Robert - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Super Program help
Hi Robert I don't have my Super A with me in Ireland, but as far as I recall it must be the button that turns on the light for the viewfinder info. Or is it the small LCD? It's handy in low light situations. It turns off automaticly after a while. Best Regards Jens, Denmark, pt Ireland Fra: Robert Payne [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/21 Tue PM 10:54:55 CEST Til: List-Pentax (E-mail) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Super Program help Would some one please tell me what the chrome button is for on my Super Program (recent eBay purchase) that is just below the PC connection. I am used to the ME Super and this camera seems very similar in the way the controls are. Pentax USA is supposed to send me a users manual but that may take a week or two so I'm just trying to figure this thing out. I haven't yet finished a roll of film so I'm not even sure if it's working properly yet. Thanks, Robert - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Selling Photographs!
Hi all Do any of you great photographers know if there is a web site, where you/we can submit your/our photographs for sale or hire? I know of professional agencies, that market photographs taken by more or less employed photographers (freelance). Some photographer do this for a liveng. Some for fun/on the side. But wouldn't it be nice if you/we/amateurs could submit some great shots to a website for a reasonable fee - say 1-5$ pr. photograph. The website/the website administrator could market the site in different ways. Magazines, marketing agencies etc. could use the photos for a fee. The biggest problem is how to make that website, how to organize the thumbnails, how to establish a quality control and how to administer the commercial aspect of the whole thing. Answers and ideas are very welcome. Best Regards Jens, Denmark pt. Ireland - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Selling Photographs!
Hi all Do any of you great photographers know if there is a web site, where you/we can submit your/our photographs for sale or hire? I know of professional agencies, that market photographs taken by more or less employed photographers (freelance). Some photographer do this for a living. Some for fun/on the side. But wouldn't it be nice if you/we/amateurs could submit some great shots to a website for a reasonable fee - say 1-5$ pr. photograph used for marketing, maintenance etc. The website/the website administrator could market the site in different ways. Magazines, marketing agencies etc. could use the photos for a fee. The biggest problem is how to make that website, how to organize the thumbnails, how to establish a quality control and how to administer the commercial aspect of the whole thing. Answers and ideas are very welcome. Best Regards Jens, Denmark pt. Ireland - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Re: The flagship dilemma (Was:MS-Z vs PZ-1p experience)
Hello Paul How do you do manual flash comp. from the body on the MZ-S? Jens Fra: Pål Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/21 Tue PM 06:06:26 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: The flagship dilemma (Was:MS-Z vs PZ-1p experience) Artur wrote: Since I have Sunpack MZ440AF, my natural choice was AF500FTZ, because of it's bounceswivel ability. And then ... it appeared to be incompatibile with the MZ-S. The AF 500FTZ is fully compatible with the MZ-S. So my dilemma is: does it make any sense to put money into the MZ-S + AF360FGZ? What if the new flash isn't fully compatibile with older MZ bodies? I expect the 360 FGZ to be fully compatible with older MZ bodies. However, to access the advanced flash capabilities of the MZ-S you need the new flash. The drawback with the MZ-S is that it has no flash compensation from the body. However, its quicker to do manual flash compensation on the MZ-S than automatic compensation on the Z-1p. Pål - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Re: OT: pics
Nice pics David. Especially the one before the last one! Jens Fra: petit miam [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/10 Fri PM 12:10:22 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: OT: pics Oooh, you smooth operator. But seriously: Nice photos. I like the way the model is beatifully isolated from the out-of-focus background (Jody sighs wistfully as she remembers her f1.4 lens). I have to get into portraits. Just need to get that LX. I already have the M100:f4 macro which doesn't fit/work with any of my current cameras. People have said it's a good portrait lens. Any day now, I can't wait. Also see below... --- Timo Hartikainen wrote: I tried to photograph a model and here are the results: (I met her at my office and asked if she could be a model for me) http://pp.hok.fi/hartikainen/tiia.htm SNIP This was my first time to try something like this.. That amazes me. These are impressive. Was it her first time modelling? She looks like a professional, and very comfortable in front of the camera. Jody. __ Do You Yahoo!? Make international calls for as low as $.04/minute with Yahoo! Messenger http://phonecard.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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Re: OT: pics
Nice homepage David! Nice and informative. Regards Jens Fra: David A. Mann [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/18 Sat AM 05:59:12 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: OT: pics Jody writes: I have to get into portraits. Just need to get that LX. I already have the M100:f4 macro which doesn't fit/work with any of my current cameras. People have said it's a good portrait lens. Any day now, I can't wait. I was under the impression that macro lenses were considered too sharp for portraits. Anyway f/4 isn't fast enough. You need an A* 85/1.4 :) Cheers, - Dave David A. Mann, B.E. (Elec) http://www.digistar.com/~dmann/ Why is it that if an adult behaves like a child they lock him up, while children are allowed to run free on the streets? -- Garfield - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Re: MZ-S Bracketing
Thanks Mark Very useful. BR Jens Fra: Mark Cassino [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/17 Fri AM 03:50:39 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: MZ-S Bracketing At 10:56 PM 8/15/01 +0200, you wrote: Hi all I just read the Test of MZ-S in Amateur Photography (UK) july edition. The author said AB could only reach one stop to each side. Is that true? It's important to Print photographers that bracketing can be set to, say +1,+2,+3, right! Regards Jens The exposure dial only shows one stop over and one stop under, and the default setting is for three exposures bracketed one stop under exposed - neutral - one stop over exposed. However, you can opt via Pentax function 3 to select a 5 exposure bracketing sequence - two stops under exposed through two stops over. Combined with exposure compensation you have a lot of flexibility. - MCC - - - - - - - - - - Mark Cassino Kalamazoo, MI [EMAIL PROTECTED] - - - - - - - - - - Photos: http://www.markcassino.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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Re: MZ-S Bracketing
Hi Because print machines correct themselves. A brackketing -1,0,+1 hasn't much value to print photographers - the prints will be almost identical! Regards Jensl Fra: Shel Belinkoff [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/15 Wed PM 11:09:53 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: MZ-S Bracketing [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's important to Print photographers that bracketing can be set to, say +1,+2,+3, right! Is it? If so, why? -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Photography lets you make fully symbolic statements on the nature of reality that'll shame you ten years later. - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Re: MZ-S Bracketing
Thanks Paal Regards Jens Fra: Pål Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/15 Wed PM 11:37:56 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: MZ-S Bracketing Jens wrote: I just read the Test of MZ-S in Amateur Photography (UK) july edition. The author said AB could only reach one stop to each side. Is that true? No. It's important to Print photographers that bracketing can be set to, say +1,+2,+3, right! You can do this with the MZ-S. Pål - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Sv: Re: MZ-S Bracketing
Thanks Paal Regards Jens Fra: Pål Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/15 Wed PM 11:37:56 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: MZ-S Bracketing Jens wrote: I just read the Test of MZ-S in Amateur Photography (UK) july edition. The author said AB could only reach one stop to each side. Is that true? No. It's important to Print photographers that bracketing can be set to, say +1,+2,+3, right! You can do this with the MZ-S. Pål - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
MZ-S Bracketing and more
Hi Paal Thanks for the storey - just had it printed today. Is this really a store from the designers? Or some kind of cult advertising (no offence)? It's interesting to read about the choises the designes made. It would be even more intersting to know what went before choosing the actual functions - not just where/how they designed the controles! But why they ruled out certain things E.I. the lversatile bracketing options of the PZ1p. I tend to use more than one stop bracketing. Look at the sundown at Cliffs of Moher at my home page http://jensbladt.freeservers.com I made this by using 1,3 stops between exposures (Z1) - even those pictures were very much the same (exposure wise) even though you can clearly see the difference in shutterspeed. Anyway, I'm going to buy the MS-S befor this year has gone. I wish I could resist - until The MZ-Sn will eventually arrive. Regards Jens Fra: Pål Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dato: 2001/08/15 Wed PM 11:37:56 CEST Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: MZ-S Bracketing Jens wrote: I just read the Test of MZ-S in Amateur Photography (UK) july edition. The author said AB could only reach one stop to each side. Is that true? No. It's important to Print photographers that bracketing can be set to, say +1,+2,+3, right! You can do this with the MZ-S. Pål - 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 . - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
MZ-S Bracketing
Hi all I just read the Test of MZ-S in Amateur Photography (UK) july edition. The author said AB could only reach one stop to each side. Is that true? It's important to Print photographers that bracketing can be set to, say +1,+2,+3, right! Regards Jens - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
Most Productive Gear?
Hi Paul and others.. Definitely the Z1 and the Tokina ProII 2.8/28-70mm Regards Jens, Denmark(pt Ireland) - WebMail fra Tele2 http://www.tele2.dk - - 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 .
