Re: istD button battery cover?
On 1/4/2016 11:50 AM, Rick Womer wrote: Good afternoon, My daughter's istD has lost the screw-in cover for the button battery. Does anyone have (1) the item, (2) a source for the item, or (3) an idea for a substitute? Cheers, Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW Send me your address offlist. I will send you an entire istD. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
No, that was a pump malfunction. Nothing to do with the CPU. http://photo.net/photos/RickW On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 6:03 PM, ann sanfedele wrote: > actually, isn't that what he was in the hospital for? > > ann > > On 1/4/2016 3:02 PM, Mark Roberts wrote: >> >> Rick Womer wrote: >> >>> Dave, you and I were made before memory required batteries. >> >> What? You haven't had your hardware updated? >> > > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and > follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
actually, isn't that what he was in the hospital for? ann On 1/4/2016 3:02 PM, Mark Roberts wrote: Rick Womer wrote: Dave, you and I were made before memory required batteries. What? You haven't had your hardware updated? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
Neither the hardware nor the wetware. http://photo.net/photos/RickW On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 3:11 PM, David J Brooks wrote: > On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 3:02 PM, Mark Roberts > wrote: >> Rick Womer wrote: >> >>>Dave, you and I were made before memory required batteries. >> >> What? You haven't had your hardware updated? > > still on spellin 1.0 > > Dave >> >> -- >> Mark Roberts - Photography & Multimedia >> www.robertstech.com >> >> >> >> >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >> follow the directions. > > > > -- > Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. > www.caughtinmotion.com > http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ > York Region, Ontario, Canada > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 3:02 PM, Mark Roberts wrote: > Rick Womer wrote: > >>Dave, you and I were made before memory required batteries. > > What? You haven't had your hardware updated? still on spellin 1.0 Dave > > -- > Mark Roberts - Photography & Multimedia > www.robertstech.com > > > > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, Ontario, Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
Rick Womer wrote: >Dave, you and I were made before memory required batteries. What? You haven't had your hardware updated? -- Mark Roberts - Photography & Multimedia www.robertstech.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
Dave, you and I were made before memory required batteries. Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 2:00 PM, David J Brooks wrote: > On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 1:53 PM, P.J. Alling > wrote: >> The *ist-D was the only Pentax DSLR with a replaceable memory maintenance >> battery, every later camera had a different method of maintaining long term >> memory, so it's the only camera that used that battery cover, unfortunately. > > So, that explains my poor memory, by battery door is broken > > Dave > -- > Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. > www.caughtinmotion.com > http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ > York Region, Ontario, Canada > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 1:53 PM, P.J. Alling wrote: > The *ist-D was the only Pentax DSLR with a replaceable memory maintenance > battery, every later camera had a different method of maintaining long term > memory, so it's the only camera that used that battery cover, unfortunately. So, that explains my poor memory, by battery door is broken Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, Ontario, Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
The *ist-D was the only Pentax DSLR with a replaceable memory maintenance battery, every later camera had a different method of maintaining long term memory, so it's the only camera that used that battery cover, unfortunately. On 1/4/2016 1:36 PM, Darren Addy wrote: You might try this guy: http://mikescamera.com/pentax-camera-repair-parts.html I'm not sure what part number that actually is, but if you email him (email address on that page) he would probably know. I just checked the bottom of mine and that's a bigger cover than you usually see. Not sure what other models might have shared that part. Perhaps the guy can tell you that also. If there were some of the cheap & plentiful Pentax FILM camera bodies that shared the same part, you might have better luck purchasing a whole body to rob the battery cover from. I'd google Pentax film camera specifications to see if any share the same battery with the istD (hopefully there are some) and then see which of them is cheapest on eBay. On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 11:50 AM, Rick Womer wrote: Good afternoon, My daughter's istD has lost the screw-in cover for the button battery. Does anyone have (1) the item, (2) a source for the item, or (3) an idea for a substitute? Cheers, Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. -- Woody Allen -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
This is going to seem bad, but the *ist-D is now over 10 years old. Heck I bet that the last one manufactured was probably produced in 2004 and that production run was sold until they ran out in 2006. Last time I saw a *ist-D for sale at KEH it went for less than $90.00 in EX condition. Parts are probably made out of unobtainium at this point, and since one can probably sell their *ist-D for ~90 dollars that's what the battery door is worth. I think you have two viable options. Haunt E-bay and KEH waiting for one to show up to steal the battery cover from, (or replace the entire camera with the new/old *ist-D), or replace it with a newer camera. The K-50 is still being sold new and it's just shy of being a K-5II, with a better viewfinder than the *ist-D and at it's current new price it's practically being given away. On 1/4/2016 12:50 PM, Rick Womer wrote: Good afternoon, My daughter's istD has lost the screw-in cover for the button battery. Does anyone have (1) the item, (2) a source for the item, or (3) an idea for a substitute? Cheers, Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW -- I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. -- Woody Allen -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: istD button battery cover?
You might try this guy: http://mikescamera.com/pentax-camera-repair-parts.html I'm not sure what part number that actually is, but if you email him (email address on that page) he would probably know. I just checked the bottom of mine and that's a bigger cover than you usually see. Not sure what other models might have shared that part. Perhaps the guy can tell you that also. If there were some of the cheap & plentiful Pentax FILM camera bodies that shared the same part, you might have better luck purchasing a whole body to rob the battery cover from. I'd google Pentax film camera specifications to see if any share the same battery with the istD (hopefully there are some) and then see which of them is cheapest on eBay. On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 11:50 AM, Rick Womer wrote: > Good afternoon, > > My daughter's istD has lost the screw-in cover for the button battery. > > Does anyone have (1) the item, (2) a source for the item, or (3) an > idea for a substitute? > > Cheers, > > Rick > > http://photo.net/photos/RickW > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- Life is too short to put up with bad bokeh. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
istD button battery cover?
Good afternoon, My daughter's istD has lost the screw-in cover for the button battery. Does anyone have (1) the item, (2) a source for the item, or (3) an idea for a substitute? Cheers, Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
Actually it uses the same version of the Prime image processor as the K-30 produces 12 bit per pixel data files so I expect that it actually uses the version of the sensor that is in the K-30 which was supposed to in the same family but not identical to that in the K-5. On 5/29/2014 6:14 PM, Brian Walters wrote: Quoting Don Guthrie : And yet the K-01 takes some very lovely photos. EVF or no. I'm sure it does. It has (I think) the same sensor as the K-5. I have two problems with the K-01, the first (not surprisingly) being the lack of a viewfinder - my experience with the Q is that it can be impossible to compose accurately in strong sunlight and I'd expect the same problem with the K-01. My second problem is the decision to adopt the K mount. Apart from adding to the bulk of the camera, it means that you can't get various adapters to fit a wide range of older lenses, as you can with other mirrorless cameras. I would have preferred the designers to have followed a similar approach to the m43 designers and adopted a short lens registration distance while allowed the fitting of K-mount lenses via an AF adapter (assuming that approach would have been technically feasible). Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 11 Date: Wed, 28 May 2014 19:36:50 -0400 From: "P.J. Alling" To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC Message-ID:<53867312.6000...@gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed On 5/28/2014 7:00 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 6:10 PM, Brian Walters wrote: Quoting Bruce Walker: Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus hoped for, is it? I wonder why that is. Quite a few on this list have gone down the mirrorless path and I think Ricoh/Pentax is missing out by failing to get a competitive mirrorless camera to market (competitive with the Fuji et al offerings, that is). They've shown they have the technical know-how with the K-01 and Q series. Regardless, what is the point of showing off your superior technical prowess by creating a camera for a tiny market? Especially if you are Pentax and can't afford to (a) dilute your R&D and production resources, and (b) spend hard-won money for poor returns. Look what happened with the K-01. I'm fairly sure I've bought my last DSLR (K-5) and I expect to be in the market for something like the Fuji X-E2 about this time next year. If Ricoh can't oblige by then, I'll be changing systems (partly, anyway). I went for 6 years between Pentax cameras (K20D -> K-3). There's no way I will attempt to predict what Pentax/Ricoh might be offering in 2020. But given my current direction, my next is likely to be a successor to the 645D, which is still an SLR afaik. Let's be honest. The K-01 was a minimal R&D effort. It was basically a K30 without a Pentaprism/mirrorbos, that sold for about the same price as a K30. The biggest cost to Pentax was hiring Marc Newsom to put lipstick on the pig. If Pentax had simply copied the styling cues from a Kodak Instamatic 100 they would have had a bigger seller, with a higher profit margin. If Pentax had actually spent some R&D money on fitting an EVF into it, at least as good as the one in the Fuji Pro X 1, everyone who owns a collection of Pentax lenses would have bought one as a second body, to hell with what it looked like. -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
Quoting Don Guthrie : And yet the K-01 takes some very lovely photos. EVF or no. I'm sure it does. It has (I think) the same sensor as the K-5. I have two problems with the K-01, the first (not surprisingly) being the lack of a viewfinder - my experience with the Q is that it can be impossible to compose accurately in strong sunlight and I'd expect the same problem with the K-01. My second problem is the decision to adopt the K mount. Apart from adding to the bulk of the camera, it means that you can't get various adapters to fit a wide range of older lenses, as you can with other mirrorless cameras. I would have preferred the designers to have followed a similar approach to the m43 designers and adopted a short lens registration distance while allowed the fitting of K-mount lenses via an AF adapter (assuming that approach would have been technically feasible). Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 11 Date: Wed, 28 May 2014 19:36:50 -0400 From: "P.J. Alling" To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC Message-ID:<53867312.6000...@gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed On 5/28/2014 7:00 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 6:10 PM, Brian Walters wrote: Quoting Bruce Walker: Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus hoped for, is it? I wonder why that is. Quite a few on this list have gone down the mirrorless path and I think Ricoh/Pentax is missing out by failing to get a competitive mirrorless camera to market (competitive with the Fuji et al offerings, that is). They've shown they have the technical know-how with the K-01 and Q series. Regardless, what is the point of showing off your superior technical prowess by creating a camera for a tiny market? Especially if you are Pentax and can't afford to (a) dilute your R&D and production resources, and (b) spend hard-won money for poor returns. Look what happened with the K-01. I'm fairly sure I've bought my last DSLR (K-5) and I expect to be in the market for something like the Fuji X-E2 about this time next year. If Ricoh can't oblige by then, I'll be changing systems (partly, anyway). I went for 6 years between Pentax cameras (K20D -> K-3). There's no way I will attempt to predict what Pentax/Ricoh might be offering in 2020. But given my current direction, my next is likely to be a successor to the 645D, which is still an SLR afaik. Let's be honest. The K-01 was a minimal R&D effort. It was basically a K30 without a Pentaprism/mirrorbos, that sold for about the same price as a K30. The biggest cost to Pentax was hiring Marc Newsom to put lipstick on the pig. If Pentax had simply copied the styling cues from a Kodak Instamatic 100 they would have had a bigger seller, with a higher profit margin. If Pentax had actually spent some R&D money on fitting an EVF into it, at least as good as the one in the Fuji Pro X 1, everyone who owns a collection of Pentax lenses would have bought one as a second body, to hell with what it looked like. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
And yet the K-01 takes some very lovely photos. EVF or no. pdml-requ...@pdml.net wrote: Message: 11 Date: Wed, 28 May 2014 19:36:50 -0400 From: "P.J. Alling" To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC Message-ID:<53867312.6000...@gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed On 5/28/2014 7:00 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: >On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 6:10 PM, Brian Walters wrote: >>Quoting Bruce Walker: >> >>>Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. >>> >>>The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus >>>hoped for, is it? >>I wonder why that is. Quite a few on this list have gone down the >>mirrorless path and I think Ricoh/Pentax is missing out by failing to get a >>competitive mirrorless camera to market (competitive with the Fuji et al >>offerings, that is). They've shown they have the technical know-how with >>the K-01 and Q series. >Regardless, what is the point of showing off your superior technical >prowess by creating a camera for a tiny market? Especially if you are >Pentax and can't afford to (a) dilute your R&D and production >resources, and (b) spend hard-won money for poor returns. Look what >happened with the K-01. > > >>I'm fairly sure I've bought my last DSLR (K-5) and I expect to be in the >>market for something like the Fuji X-E2 about this time next year. If Ricoh >>can't oblige by then, I'll be changing systems (partly, anyway). >I went for 6 years between Pentax cameras (K20D -> K-3). There's no >way I will attempt to predict what Pentax/Ricoh might be offering in >2020. But given my current direction, my next is likely to be a >successor to the 645D, which is still an SLR afaik. > Let's be honest. The K-01 was a minimal R&D effort. It was basically a K30 without a Pentaprism/mirrorbos, that sold for about the same price as a K30. The biggest cost to Pentax was hiring Marc Newsom to put lipstick on the pig. If Pentax had simply copied the styling cues from a Kodak Instamatic 100 they would have had a bigger seller, with a higher profit margin. If Pentax had actually spent some R&D money on fitting an EVF into it, at least as good as the one in the Fuji Pro X 1, everyone who owns a collection of Pentax lenses would have bought one as a second body, to hell with what it looked like. -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
If this works the way it usually works in my experience, it's probably already too late to get a place in line that will actually allow you to make the trade. On 5/28/2014 5:41 PM, P.J. Alling wrote: Which is too bad in a way. I just left the "local" full service camera store, (unfortunately they are not going to start stocking Pentax again any time soon), played with a Sony a7 ff and was blown away by the EVF. It's really very good. If only the shutter wasn't so damned loud and the rest of the performance wasn't so comprised, also got to play with a Fuji Pro X 1, and while the hybrid Optical/Electronic viewfinder is intriguing, after looking at the Sony the electronic side of the viewfinder was just rough and annoying. The rest of the camera was just, retro, beautiful. Hell I'm close enough to New York that I could take either my *ist-Ds or D in and take advantage of the offer. On 5/28/2014 10:44 AM, Bruce Walker wrote: Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus hoped for, is it? On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 10:25 AM, Darren Addy wrote: Ann, still got your *istD? Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 Something tells me you may want to be in line early. :) -- Photographers must learn not to be ashamed to have their photographs look like photographs. ~ Alfred Stieglitz -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Science - Questions we may never find answers for. Religion - Answers we must never question. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
On 5/28/2014 9:52 PM, Brian Walters wrote: Quoting "P.J. Alling" : As mirrorless cameras go this is really quite large. Compared to the K5 series it's well just about the same size. Add a fotodiox K-NX adapter and it's pretty much the same size as the K5 in all dimensions. The only other Mirrorless camera I know of that's in this size range is the Panasonic GH3/4 so it's kind of ironic when Samsung's press release says and I quote "For years photographers have been misled to believe that they need big, often awkward DSLRs to take great pictures. Smaller mirrorless cameras, like the Samsung NX30, ..." But it is lighter (375g v/s 750g for the K-5; body only), which is something I'd be looking for in my next camera. Apparently the NYC event is by registration and the free cameras are for the first 200 in line. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/samsung-ditchthedslr-day-tickets-11608805249?aff=es2/ Not much point in me hopping on a plane, then I can take the train in, check things out, have lunch in Times Square, (Last time I did that, the food was surprisingly good, and not particularly expensive). So a Wednesday playing hooky, might not be a bad idea. Only problem is it's New York, a city I have a love, hate, hate, relationship with. Oh well, I've got a couple of days to decide, it doesn't say first 200 registered. The thing about the Samsung is that except for the WiFi it's, based on the reviews anyway, a Me Too camera. Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ On 5/28/2014 10:25 AM, Darren Addy wrote: Ann, still got your *istD? Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 Something tells me you may want to be in line early. :) -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
Quoting "P.J. Alling" : As mirrorless cameras go this is really quite large. Compared to the K5 series it's well just about the same size. Add a fotodiox K-NX adapter and it's pretty much the same size as the K5 in all dimensions. The only other Mirrorless camera I know of that's in this size range is the Panasonic GH3/4 so it's kind of ironic when Samsung's press release says and I quote "For years photographers have been misled to believe that they need big, often awkward DSLRs to take great pictures. Smaller mirrorless cameras, like the Samsung NX30, ..." But it is lighter (375g v/s 750g for the K-5; body only), which is something I'd be looking for in my next camera. Apparently the NYC event is by registration and the free cameras are for the first 200 in line. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/samsung-ditchthedslr-day-tickets-11608805249?aff=es2/ Not much point in me hopping on a plane, then Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ On 5/28/2014 10:25 AM, Darren Addy wrote: Ann, still got your *istD? Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 Something tells me you may want to be in line early. :) -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
As mirrorless cameras go this is really quite large. Compared to the K5 series it's well just about the same size. Add a fotodiox K-NX adapter and it's pretty much the same size as the K5 in all dimensions. The only other Mirrorless camera I know of that's in this size range is the Panasonic GH3/4 so it's kind of ironic when Samsung's press release says and I quote "For years photographers have been misled to believe that they need big, often awkward DSLRs to take great pictures. Smaller mirrorless cameras, like the Samsung NX30, ..." On 5/28/2014 10:25 AM, Darren Addy wrote: Ann, still got your *istD? Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 Something tells me you may want to be in line early. :) -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
On 5/28/2014 7:00 PM, Bruce Walker wrote: On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 6:10 PM, Brian Walters wrote: Quoting Bruce Walker : Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus hoped for, is it? I wonder why that is. Quite a few on this list have gone down the mirrorless path and I think Ricoh/Pentax is missing out by failing to get a competitive mirrorless camera to market (competitive with the Fuji et al offerings, that is). They've shown they have the technical know-how with the K-01 and Q series. Regardless, what is the point of showing off your superior technical prowess by creating a camera for a tiny market? Especially if you are Pentax and can't afford to (a) dilute your R&D and production resources, and (b) spend hard-won money for poor returns. Look what happened with the K-01. I'm fairly sure I've bought my last DSLR (K-5) and I expect to be in the market for something like the Fuji X-E2 about this time next year. If Ricoh can't oblige by then, I'll be changing systems (partly, anyway). I went for 6 years between Pentax cameras (K20D -> K-3). There's no way I will attempt to predict what Pentax/Ricoh might be offering in 2020. But given my current direction, my next is likely to be a successor to the 645D, which is still an SLR afaik. Let's be honest. The K-01 was a minimal R&D effort. It was basically a K30 without a Pentaprism/mirrorbos, that sold for about the same price as a K30. The biggest cost to Pentax was hiring Marc Newsom to put lipstick on the pig. If Pentax had simply copied the styling cues from a Kodak Instamatic 100 they would have had a bigger seller, with a higher profit margin. If Pentax had actually spent some R&D money on fitting an EVF into it, at least as good as the one in the Fuji Pro X 1, everyone who owns a collection of Pentax lenses would have bought one as a second body, to hell with what it looked like. -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
I wouldn't assign this 'truly desperate attempt' to the "mirrorless" domain. I'd assign it to the Samsung cameras domain. Samsung has been struggling to get market recognition for their brand in cameras since the late 1980s. They bought Rollei and held that for a while, the have rights to use the Schneider name. They have a decent line-up in their " mirrorless" system. But few in the US seem to care about any Samsung camera. Sony, Panasonic, Olympus, and Fuji seems to be doing nicely with these systems. SLRs are still stronger in the US by a good margin, but it's hard to read the market clearly when sales of ALL cameras have taken a huge tumble in the past two-three years, SLRs included. The Sony A7, the Fuji XT-1, the Olympus E-M1, the Panasonic GH4 ... These are all pretty fine cameras. It will take some time yet to see them take the mindspace majority position, mostly because none of them are labeled Nikon or Canon. Godfrey > On May 28, 2014, at 7:44 AM, Bruce Walker wrote: > > Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. > > The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus > hoped for, is it? > > >> On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 10:25 AM, Darren Addy wrote: >> Ann, still got your *istD? >> >> Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC >> http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 >> >> Something tells me you may want to be in line early. >> :) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 6:10 PM, Brian Walters wrote: > Quoting Bruce Walker : > >> Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. >> >> The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus >> hoped for, is it? > > I wonder why that is. Quite a few on this list have gone down the > mirrorless path and I think Ricoh/Pentax is missing out by failing to get a > competitive mirrorless camera to market (competitive with the Fuji et al > offerings, that is). They've shown they have the technical know-how with > the K-01 and Q series. Regardless, what is the point of showing off your superior technical prowess by creating a camera for a tiny market? Especially if you are Pentax and can't afford to (a) dilute your R&D and production resources, and (b) spend hard-won money for poor returns. Look what happened with the K-01. > I'm fairly sure I've bought my last DSLR (K-5) and I expect to be in the > market for something like the Fuji X-E2 about this time next year. If Ricoh > can't oblige by then, I'll be changing systems (partly, anyway). I went for 6 years between Pentax cameras (K20D -> K-3). There's no way I will attempt to predict what Pentax/Ricoh might be offering in 2020. But given my current direction, my next is likely to be a successor to the 645D, which is still an SLR afaik. -- -bmw -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
Quoting Bruce Walker : Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus hoped for, is it? I wonder why that is. Quite a few on this list have gone down the mirrorless path and I think Ricoh/Pentax is missing out by failing to get a competitive mirrorless camera to market (competitive with the Fuji et al offerings, that is). They've shown they have the technical know-how with the K-01 and Q series. I'm fairly sure I've bought my last DSLR (K-5) and I expect to be in the market for something like the Fuji X-E2 about this time next year. If Ricoh can't oblige by then, I'll be changing systems (partly, anyway). Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 10:25 AM, Darren Addy wrote: Ann, still got your *istD? Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 Something tells me you may want to be in line early. :) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
Which is too bad in a way. I just left the "local" full service camera store, (unfortunately they are not going to start stocking Pentax again any time soon), played with a Sony a7 ff and was blown away by the EVF. It's really very good. If only the shutter wasn't so damned loud and the rest of the performance wasn't so comprised, also got to play with a Fuji Pro X 1, and while the hybrid Optical/Electronic viewfinder is intriguing, after looking at the Sony the electronic side of the viewfinder was just rough and annoying. The rest of the camera was just, retro, beautiful. Hell I'm close enough to New York that I could take either my *ist-Ds or D in and take advantage of the offer. On 5/28/2014 10:44 AM, Bruce Walker wrote: Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus hoped for, is it? On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 10:25 AM, Darren Addy wrote: Ann, still got your *istD? Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 Something tells me you may want to be in line early. :) -- Photographers must learn not to be ashamed to have their photographs look like photographs. ~ Alfred Stieglitz -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
Sounds like a truly desperate attempt to get some attention. The whole mirrorless thing just isn't getting the traction the manus hoped for, is it? On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 10:25 AM, Darren Addy wrote: > Ann, still got your *istD? > > Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC > http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 > > Something tells me you may want to be in line early. > :) > > > > -- > Photographers must learn not to be ashamed to have their photographs > look like photographs. > ~ Alfred Stieglitz > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- -bmw -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Trade an *istD for a Samsung NX-30 in NYC
Ann, still got your *istD? Samsung Will Give You a Free NX30 if You #DitchTheDSLR on June 4th in NYC http://petapixel.com/2014/05/28/samsung-will-give-free-nx30-ditchthedslr-june-4th-nyc/#more-136862 Something tells me you may want to be in line early. :) -- Photographers must learn not to be ashamed to have their photographs look like photographs. ~ Alfred Stieglitz -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
sold the istD at the photo expo
I bucked the crowds on Thursday. I had gotten in free thanks to KEH but they offered me only $16 for the istD. I repeated SIXTEEN?? to make sure he had not said "sixty" but alas, not. So KEH didn't get it. I found out there was someone else buying used stuff and he gave me $50 which was lots better. I know I couldn't expect to get a really good price from a dealer but it saved me a lot of anxiety selling it on ebay and I had given you guys first crack at it. This person used to work for KEH too - heh... In addition to that sale, I got a free card loader and 3 shopping bags. Smugmug had a booth and I hung out there for a while doing a bit of griping over the New Smugmug but getting some help with it also. While eventually I'll have to switch over it won't be necessary for another year or so and by then the kinks should be worked out - some of them already are ... one of which was how easy it is now to ask for money... before you had to make a special request if it was under $500. I gave away that crazy Olympus digital to a sweet man from Ohio who was amused by it and shoots Olympus - I couldn't sell it so it seemed right. I met him because he saw my K-5 and had been a Pentaxian before going digital - and was thinking of returning. gave him my card and told him about the list, of course Also got some paper paper samples from Bay photo. No Ricoh/Pentax booth at the expo! ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: For trade my istD body for a 100 or 50 mm macro
LOL! It's important that we ladies know our worth. ;) Yonnie On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 4:18 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > > > On 10/4/2013 11:05, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: >> >> Ann, do you really want to sell your body for a bit of glass? >> >> > > > the istd body - yes - for my body, I'd have to have a 77 and an f2.8 300 > > ann > > > >> >> Dan >> Dan Matyola >> http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola >> >> >> On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 10:56 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: >>> >>> I'm sooo sorry I sold the 100 a while back and I suddenly find myself >>> feeling the need for a mac >>> >>> On my way out now.. hope to find a trader when I get home :-) >>> >>> ann >>> >>> -- >>> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >>> PDML@pdml.net >>> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >>> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >>> follow the directions. >> >> > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and > follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: For trade my istD body for a 100 or 50 mm macro
Well that certainly puts a price on it. LOL On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 5:18 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > > > On 10/4/2013 11:05, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: >> >> Ann, do you really want to sell your body for a bit of glass? >> >> > > > the istd body - yes - for my body, I'd have to have a 77 and an f2.8 300 > > ann > > > >> >> Dan >> Dan Matyola >> http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola >> >> >> On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 10:56 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: >>> >>> I'm sooo sorry I sold the 100 a while back and I suddenly find myself >>> feeling the need for a mac >>> >>> On my way out now.. hope to find a trader when I get home :-) >>> >>> ann >>> >>> -- >>> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >>> PDML@pdml.net >>> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >>> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >>> follow the directions. >> >> > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and > follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: For trade my istD body for a 100 or 50 mm macro
On 10/4/2013 11:05, Daniel J. Matyola wrote: Ann, do you really want to sell your body for a bit of glass? the istd body - yes - for my body, I'd have to have a 77 and an f2.8 300 ann Dan Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 10:56 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: I'm sooo sorry I sold the 100 a while back and I suddenly find myself feeling the need for a mac On my way out now.. hope to find a trader when I get home :-) ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: For trade my istD body for a 100 or 50 mm macro
I blame you for having to clean my display this morning ... Godfrey > On Oct 4, 2013, at 8:05 AM, "Daniel J. Matyola" wrote: > > Ann, do you really want to sell your body for a bit of glass? > > > > >> On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 10:56 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: >> I'm sooo sorry I sold the 100 a while back and I suddenly find myself >> feeling the need for a mac -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: For trade my istD body for a 100 or 50 mm macro
Ann, do you really want to sell your body for a bit of glass? Dan Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 10:56 AM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > I'm sooo sorry I sold the 100 a while back and I suddenly find myself > feeling the need for a mac > > On my way out now.. hope to find a trader when I get home :-) > > ann > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and > follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
For trade my istD body for a 100 or 50 mm macro
I'm sooo sorry I sold the 100 a while back and I suddenly find myself feeling the need for a mac On my way out now.. hope to find a trader when I get home :-) ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS friday istD body, film Kx body, etc..
Thanks for the price checking :-) I'd definitely go a tad under what the internet says is the lowest prices ann On 9/14/2013 00:41, P.J. Alling wrote: I don't need the D as I have one, sitting on a shelf, but KEH sells them for between $100-$200, when they have them in stock. You might be surprised about what the K1000 will fetch. It's still a popular student camera places where colleges actually teach darkroom photography courses. Personally I'd prefer a KX body but I wouldn't be surprised if you were actually able to get more for the K1000. On 9/13/2013 2:52 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Same thing as last friday :-) since I have the K-5 I'll entertain offers cause I need to sell it. Pictures provided as soon as someone says they are actually interested - I will tell you I decorated the camera with green duct tape so I could see it before my cataract surgery. just on the grip. I had one little hitch with it a while back that was fixed by removing and reinserting the batteries. I also have a film KX body - my trusty old beatup one that Eric H did a CLA on last year and a K-1000 also, but the K-1000 would really be only $20.00 plush shipping as it isn't made in Japan. Don't know what to ask for the D - you tell me what you think is fair. plus priority mail shipping in USA $10 - possibly less if you are close by. ann annsan.smugmug.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: FS friday istD body, film Kx body, etc..
I don't need the D as I have one, sitting on a shelf, but KEH sells them for between $100-$200, when they have them in stock. You might be surprised about what the K1000 will fetch. It's still a popular student camera places where colleges actually teach darkroom photography courses. Personally I'd prefer a KX body but I wouldn't be surprised if you were actually able to get more for the K1000. On 9/13/2013 2:52 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Same thing as last friday :-) since I have the K-5 I'll entertain offers cause I need to sell it. Pictures provided as soon as someone says they are actually interested - I will tell you I decorated the camera with green duct tape so I could see it before my cataract surgery. just on the grip. I had one little hitch with it a while back that was fixed by removing and reinserting the batteries. I also have a film KX body - my trusty old beatup one that Eric H did a CLA on last year and a K-1000 also, but the K-1000 would really be only $20.00 plush shipping as it isn't made in Japan. Don't know what to ask for the D - you tell me what you think is fair. plus priority mail shipping in USA $10 - possibly less if you are close by. ann annsan.smugmug.com -- A newspaper is a device for making the ignorant more ignorant, and the crazy, crazier. - H.L.Mencken -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
FS friday istD body, film Kx body, etc..
Same thing as last friday :-) since I have the K-5 I'll entertain offers cause I need to sell it. Pictures provided as soon as someone says they are actually interested - I will tell you I decorated the camera with green duct tape so I could see it before my cataract surgery. just on the grip. I had one little hitch with it a while back that was fixed by removing and reinserting the batteries. I also have a film KX body - my trusty old beatup one that Eric H did a CLA on last year and a K-1000 also, but the K-1000 would really be only $20.00 plush shipping as it isn't made in Japan. Don't know what to ask for the D - you tell me what you think is fair. plus priority mail shipping in USA $10 - possibly less if you are close by. ann annsan.smugmug.com -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
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RE: sick transit my istD ???
My istD has never shown low battery readings on turning on, unless the batteries are genuinely flat! It will show a low or zero battery charge after using the built-in flash, but the On/Off fix works every time. I use Eneloops in it and they last a long time. I would agree that checking the terminals, on both camera and batteries, would be worthwhile. HTH John Coyle Brisbane, Australia -Original Message- From: PDML [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of Steve Cottrell Sent: Sunday, 7 July 2013 7:48 AM To: pentax list Subject: Re: sick transit my istD ??? On 5/7/13, Ann Sanfedele, discombobulated, unleashed: >Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting >camera alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... >didnt try to reach inside contacts. > >Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but >this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary Our istDs does that all the time. I just bang it against the wall for good measure and it makes me feel better. Batteries out, 5 mins, batts back in. Works. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__Broadcast, Corporate, || (O) |Web Video Producion -- _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On 5/7/13, Ann Sanfedele, discombobulated, unleashed: >Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera >alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... >didnt try to reach inside contacts. > >Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally >but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary Our istDs does that all the time. I just bang it against the wall for good measure and it makes me feel better. Batteries out, 5 mins, batts back in. Works. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__Broadcast, Corporate, || (O) |Web Video Producion -- _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On 7/5/2013 11:26 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: On 7/5/2013 22:40, Doug Franklin wrote: On 2013-07-05 22:31, Doug Franklin wrote: On 2013-07-05 21:14, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary I don't think I have an *istD around here anymore, but I've got a K100D I'll send you, if you need it. That means moving from CF to SD, unfortunately. Oops, didn't really mean that to be public. No harm that I can see - cute that you remembered my distaste for sd's (all thumbs annie) ann SDs aren't that bad once you get used to them. You can get them big enough that you never have to take them out of the camera though the cameras USB interface is fairly slow compared to a good card reader. -- There are two kinds of computer users those who've experienced a hard drive failure, and those that will. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
Both my *ist-D, (never used since I think I cracked the top circuit board), and my *ist Ds exhibit similar behavior. Turn the camera on with fresh rechargeable or lithium disposables and they show zero charge. Turn them off and on again and sometimes you see a full charge. Sometimes not even then. However I keep an old lead pencil with a real rubber eraser on hand for just this emergency. Pop the batteries out and erase the contact surfaces on the inside of the battery compartment then blow off any residual rubber. Viola*, the the camera works when the batteries are replaced. I suspect that there's a microscopic layer of oxidation on the battery contacts, unseen to the naked eye. *That's what the spell checker suggested and I'm sticking with it. On 7/5/2013 8:05 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Oy... Now I have my eyes back but my camera is suddenly acting up mysteriously It's saying the batteries are depleated - but I just put in fresh. I know I got them in right because reversing where they go the info screen shows nothing. My rechargeables are being recharged, so I loaded 4 double AA's that are brand new -- and I know they work. This is particularly upsetting as I reluctantly promised an old friend I would shoot his wedding - just the posted before photos - for a small amount of cash (big for me, small for him) in August. scary. My refrigerator is dying, too and it is only 2 years old - fortunately under warranty and it may only be busted gaskets (door wont stay closed) and those are being replaced but it has been a circus ehre for a couple of weeks. Finally got my great distance glasses and the +250 magnifying flip-ups for working on computer -- all GOOD in that area. and now.. I cant let John do all the kvetching here can I ? SEriously - any clues about what to do with the D would be much appreciated - it is effectively my only camera ann -- There are two kinds of computer users those who've experienced a hard drive failure, and those that will. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
From: Bill On 06/07/2013 9:07 AM, Bruce Walker wrote: On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:06 AM, Steve Sharpe wrote: At 8:53 AM -0400 7/6/13, David J Brooks wrote: On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:14 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... didnt try to reach inside contacts. Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary ann IIRC my IstD did that at the most inopportune times.:-) Mine always shows discharged batteries when I turn it on, regardless. Turn it off and then on again, and it's fine. Curiously, my K100Ds has always done that too, _except_ when I use Eneloops in it. My guess is that the battery life detect circuit is over-sensitive to a slight voltage droop like what you get with common rechargeables (that actually have lots of charge left), but the Eneloops have a higher voltage until they are almost exhausted. So I always reserved the Eneloops for the camera and saved the Duracells and Energizers for the flash. I recall with my istD that I gave up and started using those horribly expensive lithium CR5 batteries because I couldn't make the camera work reliably with AA rechargables. I suspect lithium AA batteries would work, but I never got around to trying. bill With rechargables my *ist-D always showed half battery power even with new fully charged batteries. I read somewhere it's because the rechargables don't give a full 1.5v. Lithium AA disposable batteries worked just as well as the lithium disposable CR5 batteries did. I looked for, but never found a rechargable CR5 battery. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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At 11:07 AM -0400 7/6/13, Bruce Walker wrote: On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:06 AM, Steve Sharpe wrote: At 8:53 AM -0400 7/6/13, David J Brooks wrote: On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:14 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... didnt try to reach inside contacts. Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary ann IIRC my IstD did that at the most inopportune times.:-) Mine always shows discharged batteries when I turn it on, regardless. Turn it off and then on again, and it's fine. Curiously, my K100Ds has always done that too, _except_ when I use Eneloops in it. My guess is that the battery life detect circuit is over-sensitive to a slight voltage droop like what you get with common rechargeables (that actually have lots of charge left), but the Eneloops have a higher voltage until they are almost exhausted. So I always reserved the Eneloops for the camera and saved the Duracells and Energizers for the flash. I tried NiMH rechargeables for awhile, but the camera would show them discharged after 40 - 50 exposures. I bit the bullet and went with lithiums, which last a long time but I still get that drained battery warning when I turn the thing on. -- Steve Sharpe d...@eastlink.ca http://earth.delith.com/photo_gallery.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On 7/6/2013 08:53, David J Brooks wrote: On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:14 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... didnt try to reach inside contacts. Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary ann IIRC my IstD did that at the most inopportune times.:-) That's what I'm afraid of a On 7/5/2013 20:52, Ann Sanfedele wrote: I had hoped someone would say "that's probably all it is" and that someone will do it for me - I'm afraid of doing it myself ann On 7/5/2013 20:10, Steve Sharpe wrote: Clean the battery contacts? At 8:05 PM -0400 7/5/13, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Oy... Now I have my eyes back but my camera is suddenly acting up mysteriously It's saying the batteries are depleated - but I just put in fresh. I know I got them in right because reversing where they go the info screen shows nothing. My rechargeables are being recharged, so I loaded 4 double AA's that are brand new -- and I know they work. This is particularly upsetting as I reluctantly promised an old friend I would shoot his wedding - just the posted before photos - for a small amount of cash (big for me, small for him) in August. scary. My refrigerator is dying, too and it is only 2 years old - fortunately under warranty and it may only be busted gaskets (door wont stay closed) and those are being replaced but it has been a circus ehre for a couple of weeks. Finally got my great distance glasses and the +250 magnifying flip-ups for working on computer -- all GOOD in that area. and now.. I cant let John do all the kvetching here can I ? SEriously - any clues about what to do with the D would be much appreciated - it is effectively my only camera ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, Ontario, Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On 06/07/2013 9:07 AM, Bruce Walker wrote: On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:06 AM, Steve Sharpe wrote: At 8:53 AM -0400 7/6/13, David J Brooks wrote: On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:14 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... didnt try to reach inside contacts. Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary ann IIRC my IstD did that at the most inopportune times.:-) Mine always shows discharged batteries when I turn it on, regardless. Turn it off and then on again, and it's fine. Curiously, my K100Ds has always done that too, _except_ when I use Eneloops in it. My guess is that the battery life detect circuit is over-sensitive to a slight voltage droop like what you get with common rechargeables (that actually have lots of charge left), but the Eneloops have a higher voltage until they are almost exhausted. So I always reserved the Eneloops for the camera and saved the Duracells and Energizers for the flash. I recall with my istD that I gave up and started using those horribly expensive lithium CR5 batteries because I couldn't make the camera work reliably with AA rechargables. I suspect lithium AA batteries would work, but I never got around to trying. bill -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: sick transit my istD ???
From: Ann Sanfedele Oy... Now I have my eyes back but my camera is suddenly acting up mysteriously It's saying the batteries are depleated - but I just put in fresh. I know I got them in right because reversing where they go the info screen shows nothing. My rechargeables are being recharged, so I loaded 4 double AA's that are brand new -- and I know they work. This is particularly upsetting as I reluctantly promised an old friend I would shoot his wedding - just the posted before photos - for a small amount of cash (big for me, small for him) in August. scary. My refrigerator is dying, too and it is only 2 years old - fortunately under warranty and it may only be busted gaskets (door wont stay closed) and those are being replaced but it has been a circus ehre for a couple of weeks. Finally got my great distance glasses and the +250 magnifying flip-ups for working on computer -- all GOOD in that area. and now.. I cant let John do all the kvetching here can I ? SEriously - any clues about what to do with the D would be much appreciated - it is effectively my only camera ann Have you checked/replaced the OTHER (CR2016) battery? -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:06 AM, Steve Sharpe wrote: > At 8:53 AM -0400 7/6/13, David J Brooks wrote: >> >> On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:14 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: >>> >>> Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera >>> alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... >>> didnt >>> try to reach inside contacts. >>> >>> Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally >>> but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary >>> >>> ann >> >> >> IIRC my IstD did that at the most inopportune times.:-) > > > Mine always shows discharged batteries when I turn it on, regardless. Turn > it off and then on again, and it's fine. Curiously, my K100Ds has always done that too, _except_ when I use Eneloops in it. My guess is that the battery life detect circuit is over-sensitive to a slight voltage droop like what you get with common rechargeables (that actually have lots of charge left), but the Eneloops have a higher voltage until they are almost exhausted. So I always reserved the Eneloops for the camera and saved the Duracells and Energizers for the flash. -- -bmw -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
At 8:53 AM -0400 7/6/13, David J Brooks wrote: On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:14 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... didnt try to reach inside contacts. Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary ann IIRC my IstD did that at the most inopportune times.:-) Mine always shows discharged batteries when I turn it on, regardless. Turn it off and then on again, and it's fine. -- Steve Sharpe d...@eastlink.ca http://earth.delith.com/photo_gallery.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
Reminds me what a great community this list is. Nothing like it anywhere. Thanks, Doug. And Ann, so glad you revolved your problem. I've had two *istDs, one broke after a fall (still around somewhere but not worth repairing). The other (bought from Dave Brooks) has been a flawless performer. Only take it out at night now but it's still chugging along. Cheers, frank --- Original Message --- From: Doug Franklin Sent: July 5, 2013 7/5/13 To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Subject: Re: sick transit my istD ??? On 2013-07-05 22:31, Doug Franklin wrote: > On 2013-07-05 21:14, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > >> Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally >> but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary > > I don't think I have an *istD around here anymore, but I've got a K100D > I'll send you, if you need it. That means moving from CF to SD, > unfortunately. Oops, didn't really mean that to be public. -- Doug "Lefty" Franklin NutDriver Racing http://NutDriver.org Facebook "NutDriver Racing" Sponsored by Murphy -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:14 PM, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera > alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... didnt > try to reach inside contacts. > > Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally > but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary > > ann IIRC my IstD did that at the most inopportune times.:-) > > > On 7/5/2013 20:52, Ann Sanfedele wrote: >> >> I had hoped someone would say "that's probably all it is" and that >> someone will do it for me - I'm afraid of doing it myself >> >> ann >> >> >> On 7/5/2013 20:10, Steve Sharpe wrote: >>> >>> Clean the battery contacts? >>> >>> At 8:05 PM -0400 7/5/13, Ann Sanfedele wrote: >>>> >>>> Oy... >>>> Now I have my eyes back but my camera is suddenly acting up mysteriously >>>> >>>> It's saying the batteries are depleated - but I just put in fresh. >>>> I know I got them in right because reversing where they go the info >>>> screen shows nothing. My rechargeables are being recharged, so I >>>> loaded 4 double AA's that are brand new -- and I know they work. >>>> >>>> This is particularly upsetting as I reluctantly promised an old friend >>>> I would shoot his wedding - just the posted before photos - for a >>>> small amount of cash (big for me, small for him) in August. scary. >>>> >>>> My refrigerator is dying, too and it is only 2 years old - fortunately >>>> under warranty and it may only be busted gaskets (door wont stay closed) >>>> and those are being replaced but it has been a circus ehre for a >>>> couple of weeks. >>>> >>>> Finally got my great distance glasses and the +250 magnifying flip-ups >>>> for working on computer -- all GOOD in that area. and now.. >>>> >>>> I cant let John do all the kvetching here can I ? >>>> >>>> SEriously - any clues about what to do with the D would be much >>>> appreciated - it is effectively my only camera >>>> >>>> ann >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> -- >>>> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >>>> PDML@pdml.net >>>> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >>>> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >>>> follow the directions. >>> >>> >>> >> > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and > follow the directions. -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, Ontario, Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On 7/5/2013 22:40, Doug Franklin wrote: On 2013-07-05 22:31, Doug Franklin wrote: On 2013-07-05 21:14, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary I don't think I have an *istD around here anymore, but I've got a K100D I'll send you, if you need it. That means moving from CF to SD, unfortunately. Oops, didn't really mean that to be public. No harm that I can see - cute that you remembered my distaste for sd's (all thumbs annie) ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On 2013-07-05 22:31, Doug Franklin wrote: On 2013-07-05 21:14, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary I don't think I have an *istD around here anymore, but I've got a K100D I'll send you, if you need it. That means moving from CF to SD, unfortunately. Oops, didn't really mean that to be public. -- Doug "Lefty" Franklin NutDriver Racing http://NutDriver.org Facebook "NutDriver Racing" Sponsored by Murphy -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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Thanks for the offer, Doug - I might be able to borrow a back up from someone nearby . Then I had this wicked thought that I'd ask him for exactly the amount of money I could get a k-5 for. :-) At least my Fridge is covered by warranty ann On 7/5/2013 22:31, Doug Franklin wrote: On 2013-07-05 21:14, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary I don't think I have an *istD around here anymore, but I've got a K100D I'll send you, if you need it. That means moving from CF to SD, unfortunately. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
On 2013-07-05 21:14, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary I don't think I have an *istD around here anymore, but I've got a K100D I'll send you, if you need it. That means moving from CF to SD, unfortunately. -- Doug "Lefty" Franklin NutDriver Racing http://NutDriver.org Facebook "NutDriver Racing" Sponsored by Murphy -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
Well I did Dave Brook's trick of taking out batteries and letting camera alone for a while - wiped the lid part with a soft lint free cloth... didnt try to reach inside contacts. Leaving the camera without batteries for a while did it finally but this happening when I really needed the camera ... well.. very scary ann On 7/5/2013 20:52, Ann Sanfedele wrote: I had hoped someone would say "that's probably all it is" and that someone will do it for me - I'm afraid of doing it myself ann On 7/5/2013 20:10, Steve Sharpe wrote: Clean the battery contacts? At 8:05 PM -0400 7/5/13, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Oy... Now I have my eyes back but my camera is suddenly acting up mysteriously It's saying the batteries are depleated - but I just put in fresh. I know I got them in right because reversing where they go the info screen shows nothing. My rechargeables are being recharged, so I loaded 4 double AA's that are brand new -- and I know they work. This is particularly upsetting as I reluctantly promised an old friend I would shoot his wedding - just the posted before photos - for a small amount of cash (big for me, small for him) in August. scary. My refrigerator is dying, too and it is only 2 years old - fortunately under warranty and it may only be busted gaskets (door wont stay closed) and those are being replaced but it has been a circus ehre for a couple of weeks. Finally got my great distance glasses and the +250 magnifying flip-ups for working on computer -- all GOOD in that area. and now.. I cant let John do all the kvetching here can I ? SEriously - any clues about what to do with the D would be much appreciated - it is effectively my only camera ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
I had hoped someone would say "that's probably all it is" and that someone will do it for me - I'm afraid of doing it myself ann On 7/5/2013 20:10, Steve Sharpe wrote: Clean the battery contacts? At 8:05 PM -0400 7/5/13, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Oy... Now I have my eyes back but my camera is suddenly acting up mysteriously It's saying the batteries are depleated - but I just put in fresh. I know I got them in right because reversing where they go the info screen shows nothing. My rechargeables are being recharged, so I loaded 4 double AA's that are brand new -- and I know they work. This is particularly upsetting as I reluctantly promised an old friend I would shoot his wedding - just the posted before photos - for a small amount of cash (big for me, small for him) in August. scary. My refrigerator is dying, too and it is only 2 years old - fortunately under warranty and it may only be busted gaskets (door wont stay closed) and those are being replaced but it has been a circus ehre for a couple of weeks. Finally got my great distance glasses and the +250 magnifying flip-ups for working on computer -- all GOOD in that area. and now.. I cant let John do all the kvetching here can I ? SEriously - any clues about what to do with the D would be much appreciated - it is effectively my only camera ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: sick transit my istD ???
Clean the battery contacts? At 8:05 PM -0400 7/5/13, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Oy... Now I have my eyes back but my camera is suddenly acting up mysteriously It's saying the batteries are depleated - but I just put in fresh. I know I got them in right because reversing where they go the info screen shows nothing. My rechargeables are being recharged, so I loaded 4 double AA's that are brand new -- and I know they work. This is particularly upsetting as I reluctantly promised an old friend I would shoot his wedding - just the posted before photos - for a small amount of cash (big for me, small for him) in August. scary. My refrigerator is dying, too and it is only 2 years old - fortunately under warranty and it may only be busted gaskets (door wont stay closed) and those are being replaced but it has been a circus ehre for a couple of weeks. Finally got my great distance glasses and the +250 magnifying flip-ups for working on computer -- all GOOD in that area. and now.. I cant let John do all the kvetching here can I ? SEriously - any clues about what to do with the D would be much appreciated - it is effectively my only camera ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Steve Sharpe d...@eastlink.ca http://earth.delith.com/photo_gallery.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
sick transit my istD ???
Oy... Now I have my eyes back but my camera is suddenly acting up mysteriously It's saying the batteries are depleated - but I just put in fresh. I know I got them in right because reversing where they go the info screen shows nothing. My rechargeables are being recharged, so I loaded 4 double AA's that are brand new -- and I know they work. This is particularly upsetting as I reluctantly promised an old friend I would shoot his wedding - just the posted before photos - for a small amount of cash (big for me, small for him) in August. scary. My refrigerator is dying, too and it is only 2 years old - fortunately under warranty and it may only be busted gaskets (door wont stay closed) and those are being replaced but it has been a circus ehre for a couple of weeks. Finally got my great distance glasses and the +250 magnifying flip-ups for working on computer -- all GOOD in that area. and now.. I cant let John do all the kvetching here can I ? SEriously - any clues about what to do with the D would be much appreciated - it is effectively my only camera ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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John, I think it's a capacitor. If you leave the battery out, the camera will eventually forget. Same thing on the Optio S and Optio W60, btw. Jostein - Original Message - From: "John Sessoms" To: Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2012 3:48 AM Subject: Re: IstD annoyance... is it me or ? From: Eric Featherstone On 22 October 2012 15:30, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 > 01/01. > The batteries last a long time , fortunately. There's another coin cell battery underneath that might need replacing. So, what holds the date & time when you change batteries on the K10D/K20D. There doesn't appear to be a second battery to do it - at least I can't find one & I didn't see anything in the manual. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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No probs. I doubt there's any connection between a flat coin cell and a sticky control wheel. On 22 October 2012 18:52, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > thanks to you and Eric.. > wonder if that is also responsible for the little wheely being stubborn to > move. > > So far other settings seemed to hold > > ann > > > On 10/22/2012 10:37, George Sinos wrote: >> >> Many earlier cameras had that second battery to keep the clock running >> while you were changing batteries. It may also be there to maintain >> your custom settings. You'll want to double check those after you >> replace the battery. >> >> gs >> >> George Sinos >> >> gsi...@gmail.com >> www.georgesphotos.net >> plus.georgesinos.com >> >> >> On Mon, Oct 22, 2012 at 9:34 AM, Eric Featherstone >> wrote: >>> >>> On 22 October 2012 15:30, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 01/01. The batteries last a long time , fortunately. >>> >>> >>> There's another coin cell battery underneath that might need replacing. >>> -- >>> Eric >>> >>> -- >>> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >>> PDML@pdml.net >>> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >>> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >>> follow the directions. >> >> > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and > follow the directions. -- Eric -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD annoyance... is it me or ?
On 23 October 2012 02:48, John Sessoms wrote: > From: Eric Featherstone > >> On 22 October 2012 15:30, Ann Sanfedele wrote: >>> >>> > Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 >>> > 01/01. >>> > The batteries last a long time , fortunately. >> >> There's another coin cell battery underneath that might need replacing. > > > So, what holds the date & time when you change batteries on the K10D/K20D. > There doesn't appear to be a second battery to do it - at least I can't find > one & I didn't see anything in the manual. Likely there's a rechargeable battery internally to do that duty. -- Eric -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD annoyance... is it me or ?
From: Eric Featherstone On 22 October 2012 15:30, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 01/01. > The batteries last a long time , fortunately. There's another coin cell battery underneath that might need replacing. So, what holds the date & time when you change batteries on the K10D/K20D. There doesn't appear to be a second battery to do it - at least I can't find one & I didn't see anything in the manual. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD annoyance... is it me or ?
thanks to you and Eric.. wonder if that is also responsible for the little wheely being stubborn to move. So far other settings seemed to hold ann On 10/22/2012 10:37, George Sinos wrote: Many earlier cameras had that second battery to keep the clock running while you were changing batteries. It may also be there to maintain your custom settings. You'll want to double check those after you replace the battery. gs George Sinos gsi...@gmail.com www.georgesphotos.net plus.georgesinos.com On Mon, Oct 22, 2012 at 9:34 AM, Eric Featherstone wrote: On 22 October 2012 15:30, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 01/01. The batteries last a long time , fortunately. There's another coin cell battery underneath that might need replacing. -- Eric -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD annoyance... is it me or ?
- Original Message - From: "Jack Davis" limitinitially Typo or not, that was a fabulous word, Jack. :-) Jostein -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD annoyance... is it me or ?
hh! thanks ERic ann On 10/22/2012 10:34, Eric Featherstone wrote: On 22 October 2012 15:30, Ann Sanfedele wrote: Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 01/01. The batteries last a long time , fortunately. There's another coin cell battery underneath that might need replacing. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
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May have to do with the time limit limitinitially programed...but I doubt it. Jack - Original Message - From: Ann Sanfedele To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Cc: Sent: Monday, October 22, 2012 7:30 AM Subject: IstD annoyance... is it me or ? Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 01/01. The batteries last a long time , fortunately. Whats up with that? ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD annoyance... is it me or ?
Many earlier cameras had that second battery to keep the clock running while you were changing batteries. It may also be there to maintain your custom settings. You'll want to double check those after you replace the battery. gs George Sinos gsi...@gmail.com www.georgesphotos.net plus.georgesinos.com On Mon, Oct 22, 2012 at 9:34 AM, Eric Featherstone wrote: > On 22 October 2012 15:30, Ann Sanfedele wrote: >> Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 01/01. >> The batteries last a long time , fortunately. > > There's another coin cell battery underneath that might need replacing. > -- > Eric > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD annoyance... is it me or ?
On 22 October 2012 15:30, Ann Sanfedele wrote: > Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 01/01. > The batteries last a long time , fortunately. There's another coin cell battery underneath that might need replacing. -- Eric -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
IstD annoyance... is it me or ?
Every time I change the batteries it changes the date back to 2003 01/01. The batteries last a long time , fortunately. Whats up with that? ann -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
I would love to have this url and start disassembly of my D Toine On 23 April 2012 21:41, Darren Addy wrote: > Found full disassembly instructions for the *istD online... just need > an *uninterrupted* few hours to do the job! > -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
On 23 April 2012 17:49, J.C. O'Connell wrote: > I ask because I am still using my istDS > from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. > > - > J.C.O'Connell I'm not using it myself, but it's on permanent loan to the son of a friend and he's using it regularly. Chris -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
I sold mine to another PDMLer earlier this year. I was awfully glad to find it a good home. -T On Mon, Apr 23, 2012 at 10:29 PM, John Coyle wrote: > I am - and I don't think I'll be able to afford to replace it unless I can > manage an > insurance claim - shame I'm not usually clumsy! > > > John Coyle > Brisbane, Australia > > > > > -Original Message- > From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of J.C. > O'Connell > Sent: Tuesday, 24 April 2012 2:50 AM > To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' > Subject: Anybody still using the *istD? > > I ask because I am still using my istDS > from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. > > - > J.C.O'Connell > hifis...@gate.net > - > > > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the > directions. > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: Anybody still using the *istD?
I am - and I don't think I'll be able to afford to replace it unless I can manage an insurance claim - shame I'm not usually clumsy! John Coyle Brisbane, Australia -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of J.C. O'Connell Sent: Tuesday, 24 April 2012 2:50 AM To: 'Pentax-Discuss Mail List' Subject: Anybody still using the *istD? I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
I still have oneJoe I'm using one - for the same reason :-) ann On 4/23/2012 12:49, J.C. O'Connell wrote: I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
I'm using one - for the same reason :-) ann On 4/23/2012 12:49, J.C. O'Connell wrote: I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
I kept mine because it is so small and light with the 40/2.8. Most of what I've shot in the past 4 years has been indoors, low light (college plays and musical productions) with the K-x or K-5. Jeffery On Apr 23, 2012, at 4:59 PM, David J Brooks wrote: > Nope, i sold mine amd my sisters a few years back. I regret not > keeping one of them had i known the problems future cameras would have > for flash, and to do IR. The G3 works well, but i miss the extra > lenses. > > Dave > > > -- > Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. > www.caughtinmotion.com > http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ > York Region, Ontario, Canada > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
Nope, i sold mine amd my sisters a few years back. I regret not keeping one of them had i known the problems future cameras would have for flash, and to do IR. The G3 works well, but i miss the extra lenses. Dave -- Documenting Life in Rural Ontario. www.caughtinmotion.com http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/ York Region, Ontario, Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
Quoting "J.C. O'Connell" : I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. Yes. My *ist DS has a shutter release problem which makes it unusable unless I plug in a remote cord and release the shutter with that. So, I bought a used D from Mark C - it was cheaper than repairing the DS. The D is my back-up camera and occasional walk-around camera. I may still get the DS repaired - I really like that camera. -- Cheers Brian ++ Brian Walters Western Sydney Australia http://lyons-ryan.org/southernlight/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
On 23/04/12 17:49, J.C. O'Connell wrote: I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - My istDL is still my only DSLR... been round the clock a few times now though but still works perfectly. Drew. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
Tim Bray was kind enough to sell me his *istD recently. My intentions are to remove the hot mirror and replace it with a 850nm IR filter glass, which will make it a full time B&W IR camera (but with a bright image in the viewfinder). Found full disassembly instructions for the *istD online... just need an *uninterrupted* few hours to do the job! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
I currently have mine packed up in the box it came in, saving it for if I break either my K10D or K20D. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
I use mine for infrared and astrophotography. At 2:32 PM -0400 4/23/12, P. J. Alling wrote: Not using the D much anymore, it sits forlorn on a shelf, but I use the Ds as a backup for the K20D, and when I go somewhere I don't want to risk damage to the K20D. I'd probably use the D except for three things, the e wheel on the back of the Ds is pretty much where the wheel on the K20D is, they use the same media, (sdhd), and most of the time I have a M 40mm f2.8 on the Ds which makes a second wheel less necessary. The fact that it's a bit faster and more responsive than the D is also nice. On 4/23/2012 12:49 PM, J.C. O'Connell wrote: I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- Steve Sharpe d...@eastlink.ca http://earth.delith.com/photo_gallery.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
Not using the D much anymore, it sits forlorn on a shelf, but I use the Ds as a backup for the K20D, and when I go somewhere I don't want to risk damage to the K20D. I'd probably use the D except for three things, the e wheel on the back of the Ds is pretty much where the wheel on the K20D is, they use the same media, (sdhd), and most of the time I have a M 40mm f2.8 on the Ds which makes a second wheel less necessary. The fact that it's a bit faster and more responsive than the D is also nice. On 4/23/2012 12:49 PM, J.C. O'Connell wrote: I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
On 23/4/12, J.C. O'Connell, discombobulated, unleashed: >I ask because I am still using my istDS >from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. Got one here - still going strong. Fine camera. -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche -- http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Anybody still using the *istD?
I still use my *ist D as a back-up to my K-r, especially for shots on a tripod. Dan Matyola http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola On Mon, Apr 23, 2012 at 12:49 PM, J.C. O'Connell wrote: > I ask because I am still using my istDS > from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. > > - > J.C.O'Connell > hifis...@gate.net > - > > > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: Anybody still using the *istD?
I sure have gotten my money's worth out of my istDS. I only paid $360 shipped new and I have been using it for over 5 years with zero problems... - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -Original Message- From: pdml-boun...@pdml.net [mailto:pdml-boun...@pdml.net] On Behalf Of knarftheria...@gmail.com Sent: Monday, April 23, 2012 1:12 PM To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" Subject: RE: Anybody still using the *istD? Yes, I am. The K10D is my primary body but I still us my *istD when I want something small and compact. It's also my low-light body since the K10D only goes up to iso 1600. Sometimes that extra stop comes in handy. So even though it's mostly a backup, the *istD still sees regular use. Cheers, frank "What can be asserted without proof can be dismissed without proof." -- Christopher Hitchens --- Original Message --- From: "J.C. O'Connell" Sent: April 23, 2012 4/23/12 To: "'Pentax-Discuss Mail List'" Subject: Anybody still using the *istD? I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
RE: Anybody still using the *istD?
Yes, I am. The K10D is my primary body but I still us my *istD when I want something small and compact. It's also my low-light body since the K10D only goes up to iso 1600. Sometimes that extra stop comes in handy. So even though it's mostly a backup, the *istD still sees regular use. Cheers, frank "What can be asserted without proof can be dismissed without proof." -- Christopher Hitchens --- Original Message --- From: "J.C. O'Connell" Sent: April 23, 2012 4/23/12 To: "'Pentax-Discuss Mail List'" Subject: Anybody still using the *istD? I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Anybody still using the *istD?
I ask because I am still using my istDS from 2006. I cant afford a K-5 yet. - J.C.O'Connell hifis...@gate.net - -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
Yeah, that would be perfect for low light, or astrophotography. For me, I just want the detail that eliminating the de-mosiac filter and Bayer interpolation affords, plus straight up B&W. I think you still need the microlenses to focus the light onto the photosites however, so I'm not sure how this would work as far as removing these filters go. I don't know why someone like Pentax doesn't just have a small, slightly modified assembly line to create a few of these specialized cameras every year, I'm sure there is a market for something like this. Not very big, but willing to buy it for specialized needs. On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 5:37 PM, Larry Colen wrote: > > On Sep 13, 2011, at 12:22 PM, Gonz wrote: > >> Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. >> remove the tricolor filter? >> >> I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. > > For low light photography, I'd love to have a K-5 with that conversion. > > > -- > Larry Colen l...@red4est.com sent from i4est > > > > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. > -- -- Reduce your Government Footprint -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
On Sep 13, 2011, at 12:22 PM, Gonz wrote: > Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. > remove the tricolor filter? > > I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. For low light photography, I'd love to have a K-5 with that conversion. -- Larry Colen l...@red4est.com sent from i4est -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
Yup, I think thats the place that does the Canons. On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 5:24 PM, Fernando wrote: > This is the only place I remembered mentioning something like this. I > don't think they do pentaxes though: > http://www.maxmax.com/b&w_conversion.htm > > > > On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 6:22 PM, Gonz wrote: >> Well, you still have to convert it to B&W from the raw data. The >> difference is that you take the values as they are, and per pixel, no >> array computation. >> >> On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 2:34 PM, David Parsons >> wrote: >>> I don't think that it would make the camera B&W. The circuitry in the >>> camera/raw processor interpolates the luminance data into colors and >>> assigns a color based on the strength of the light. The color filters >>> simply filter light. >>> >>> I'd be interested to see what the results would be if you can get it >>> off. You might end up with a sharper image if you take off both the >>> Bayer array and the AA filter. The Bayer array softens the image a >>> bit, and the AA (anti-aliasing) filter gives some of the sharpness >>> back. >>> >>> On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 3:22 PM, Gonz wrote: Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. remove the tricolor filter? I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. -- -- Reduce your Government Footprint -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. >>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> David Parsons Photography >>> http://www.davidparsonsphoto.com >>> >>> Aloha Photographer Photoblog >>> http://alohaphotog.blogspot.com/ >>> >>> -- >>> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >>> PDML@pdml.net >>> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >>> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >>> follow the directions. >>> >> >> >> >> -- >> -- Reduce your Government Footprint >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >> follow the directions. >> > > > > -- > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferand/ > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. > -- -- Reduce your Government Footprint -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
Yeah, maybe not for Pentax. Someone has done it for Canon T series and is selling them. Very cool, but not willing to pay $2000 for it. It sounds like yanking out the filter and microlenses would destroy the CCD. On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 3:24 PM, P. J. Alling wrote: > The Bayer filter is under the micro lenses. I don't think that what you > want to do is possible. > > On 9/13/2011 3:22 PM, Gonz wrote: >> >> Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. >> remove the tricolor filter? >> >> I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. >> >> >> > > > -- > Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid > a lengthily search. > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and > follow the directions. > -- -- Reduce your Government Footprint -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
This is the only place I remembered mentioning something like this. I don't think they do pentaxes though: http://www.maxmax.com/b&w_conversion.htm On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 6:22 PM, Gonz wrote: > Well, you still have to convert it to B&W from the raw data. The > difference is that you take the values as they are, and per pixel, no > array computation. > > On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 2:34 PM, David Parsons > wrote: >> I don't think that it would make the camera B&W. The circuitry in the >> camera/raw processor interpolates the luminance data into colors and >> assigns a color based on the strength of the light. The color filters >> simply filter light. >> >> I'd be interested to see what the results would be if you can get it >> off. You might end up with a sharper image if you take off both the >> Bayer array and the AA filter. The Bayer array softens the image a >> bit, and the AA (anti-aliasing) filter gives some of the sharpness >> back. >> >> On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 3:22 PM, Gonz wrote: >>> Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. >>> remove the tricolor filter? >>> >>> I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. >>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> -- Reduce your Government Footprint >>> >>> -- >>> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >>> PDML@pdml.net >>> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >>> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >>> follow the directions. >>> >> >> >> >> -- >> David Parsons Photography >> http://www.davidparsonsphoto.com >> >> Aloha Photographer Photoblog >> http://alohaphotog.blogspot.com/ >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >> follow the directions. >> > > > > -- > -- Reduce your Government Footprint > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. > -- http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferand/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
Well, you still have to convert it to B&W from the raw data. The difference is that you take the values as they are, and per pixel, no array computation. On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 2:34 PM, David Parsons wrote: > I don't think that it would make the camera B&W. The circuitry in the > camera/raw processor interpolates the luminance data into colors and > assigns a color based on the strength of the light. The color filters > simply filter light. > > I'd be interested to see what the results would be if you can get it > off. You might end up with a sharper image if you take off both the > Bayer array and the AA filter. The Bayer array softens the image a > bit, and the AA (anti-aliasing) filter gives some of the sharpness > back. > > On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 3:22 PM, Gonz wrote: >> Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. >> remove the tricolor filter? >> >> I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. >> >> >> >> -- >> -- Reduce your Government Footprint >> >> -- >> PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List >> PDML@pdml.net >> http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net >> to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and >> follow the directions. >> > > > > -- > David Parsons Photography > http://www.davidparsonsphoto.com > > Aloha Photographer Photoblog > http://alohaphotog.blogspot.com/ > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. > -- -- Reduce your Government Footprint -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
The Bayer filter is under the micro lenses. I don't think that what you want to do is possible. On 9/13/2011 3:22 PM, Gonz wrote: Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. remove the tricolor filter? I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. -- Don't lose heart! They might want to cut it out, and they'll want to avoid a lengthily search. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 3:22 PM, Gonz wrote: > Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. > remove the tricolor filter? > > I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. My understanding is that the Bayer color filter array is attached quite directly to the sensor, underneath the microlens array. It's not a mechanically separate layer in the "sandwich" like the antialiasing and/or IR filters are. See for example: http://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/primer/digitalimaging/cmosimagesensors.html If the Pentax sensors are different, and you somehow managed to remove the color filters, I think you'd do OK shooting in raw. The dcraw software, for example, is capable of outputting a monochrome image without demosaicing. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: IstD B&W modification
I don't think that it would make the camera B&W. The circuitry in the camera/raw processor interpolates the luminance data into colors and assigns a color based on the strength of the light. The color filters simply filter light. I'd be interested to see what the results would be if you can get it off. You might end up with a sharper image if you take off both the Bayer array and the AA filter. The Bayer array softens the image a bit, and the AA (anti-aliasing) filter gives some of the sharpness back. On Tue, Sep 13, 2011 at 3:22 PM, Gonz wrote: > Anyone here ever converted a Pentax DSLR into a straight B&W, i.e. > remove the tricolor filter? > > I was thinking of trying this with an old Pentax DSLR if it was possible. > > > > -- > -- Reduce your Government Footprint > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > PDML@pdml.net > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow > the directions. > -- David Parsons Photography http://www.davidparsonsphoto.com Aloha Photographer Photoblog http://alohaphotog.blogspot.com/ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
IstD B&W modification
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Re: FS Friday - *istD plus accessories
I actually have one of those too. I sometimes use it with the Ds when
tethered, (which dispite what Pentax says, works fairly well).
On 3/10/2010 4:38 PM, Steven Desjardins wrote:
And, in the dept. of "damn, who knew" I found the AC adaptor I
thought might be useful long ago. Also the original box and manual.
I really should check this drawer more often.
On Wed, Mar 10, 2010 at 4:22 PM, Steven Desjardins wrote:
I actually have an *istD with a grip. I also have a NiCad charger but
I never use it. I usuaully prefered litthiums. I can throw in a 512
Mb CF card as well, if you are interested.
On Wed, Mar 10, 2010 at 4:11 PM, eckinator wrote:
I'll definitely give it a good hard thought but to be honest I've
never liked using a camera without a battery grip which was what
attracted me to Steve's offer
Cheers
Ecke
2010/3/10 P. J. Alling:
I'll sell you mine, Only $200 US with everything in the original Box except
the eye cup. It disappeared sometime around the second month I owned it.
I'd give you the one from the *ist-Ds but the dog chewed it up. I'll even
throw in two CF, (one dog chewed but it still works), cards, for 1.5 gigs of
storage . Now the bad part, the stop down metering only intermittently
works, same with DOF which doesn't surprise me as they are both related. It
would cost more to fix than it's worth and I'm not yet brave enough to open
her up to see if something simple is what's wrong.
On 3/10/2010 11:33 AM, eckinator wrote:
No biggie as long as you let me know next time you change your mind!
2010/3/10 Steve Sharpe:
Sorry, I've changed my mind! All this talk about IR photography has
decided
me to buy an infrared filter and to give it a try with the *istD.
At 1:52 PM +0100 3/10/10, eckinator wrote:
Well I'll need a month or two to raise the necessary funds but I may
buy if it is still there (please don't hold it for me though, it is a
firm MAY)
Cheers
Ecke
2010/3/5 Steve Sharpe:
I'm selling my *istD, battery grip, CF cards, NiMH batteries and
charger.
Beautiful condition, less than 3200 actuations.
http://halifax.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-cameras-camcorders-Pentax-istD-DSLR-accessories-W0QQAdIdZ177848717
Price for PDML people is $250...Canadian funds if you are in Canada,
US
>funds if you are somewhere else. Shipping is extra.
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Re: FS Friday - *istD plus accessories
At 6:04 PM -0500 3/10/10, David J Brooks wrote: Steve. I used my istD for IR photos solely, after getting my K10D. It worked very well with the Hoya R72 filter. I had no intentions of opening the camera up and putting a filter inside, i wanted to use the camera again. My istD and Nikon D1 did a good job, but as the MP went up, on both Pentax and Nikon cameras, the sensativity seemed to go down. I sold my istD after i bought my G3 off ebay that was conveted to IR. Should have kept it as the G3 is not wide enough at times. Here is the shot from the istD in 2006 that won me a 2nd place prize. Just out side of the entrance gate http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v408/divad_b/Grandfather%20Mountain%20NPW%202006/?action=view¤t=irshot.jpg Argh! Whet my appetite! -- Steve Sharpe d...@eastlink.ca http://earth.delith.com/photo_gallery.html -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
