Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
On Wed, 16 Oct 2002, [iso-8859-1] Artur Ledóchowski wrote: I suggest: - another trick: flash compensation with TTL flashes (other that AF360FGZ) and MZ-5/5n/3/S Sure, although I have no idea what this is.. I started writing some things yesterday, I'll add all tehse and eventually submit what I've got with requests for teh missing chunks in the not too distant future. - lens names (Takumar, Super Takumar, SMC etc...) and coating Already added. - lenses that are especially noticeable for some reasons (like the Limited series but there's more) Collin had a great description of what makes the limiteds limited, he posted it to a newsgroup in such a way that I'll never find it again. Collin, if you read this, I'd love to have it. - the meaning of the * Good. - dual 6-segment metering in the 645 series - wireless flash operation with different Pentax flashes - 3rd-party flashes (especially MetzSCA modules - which to chose etc) Check on all, but more I don't know about. - most important dates in the Pentax history - awards that Pentax received Makes sense. - the most important names in the Asahi stuff (up-to-date) Can you explain what you mean? - suggested link: to Pentax manuals - PUG info Check.
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
At 08:50 17.10.2002 -0400, you wrote: - the most important names in the Asahi stuff (up-to-date) Should this read ... Asahi staff ? Antti-Pekka --- * Antti-Pekka Virjonen * Fiskarsinkatu 7 D * GSM: +358 500 789 753 * * Computec Oy Turku* FIN-20750 Turku Finland * Fax: +358 10 264 0777 *
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
On Thu, 17 Oct 2002, Rob Studdert wrote: I applaud the concept however over the five years I've been here it's been suggested quite a few times before and hasn't been seen through. Yes, but how many of those five years have I been here, willing to write the first version in a vain attempt to avoid real thought and life? Bingo! The problem is that it is really only useful if it's all encompassing. Understood. However, I don't think we need all encompassing, as too much makes for a giant, unweidly mess. Many areas of your initial list are covered in detail under various pages about the web, take Boz's for example, how do you condense that? I don't need to condense that. I'll link to that, as its a wonderful resource and can't be compared to. However, while that DOES have a best body option, it doesn't have a best body for beginners or a why teh K1000 is overrated, and you should buy a ME Super. It also doesn't address the which is the best/preferred long zoom / mid zoom / etc. It just has raw facts. For an idea of the amount of work that is required to generate a useful FAQ for a far more limited (equipment selection wise) camera system check Andrews excellent Leica FAQ at: http://www.nemeng.com/leica/index.shtml But, I wrote a fascinating FAQ all about myself at http://www.infotainment.org, also, if you search you can find the original alt.fan.torok.urine-soaked-rags usenet FAQ I wrote (which, honestly, I don't even remember). I'm a FAQQING machine, mn! Again, I'll check the Leica FAQ, but I don't plan to have an all encompassing resource. I plan on having a resource that'll goto new list members and their most generic questions, what zoom lens should I buy and the like.
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
- Original Message - From: Antti-Pekka Virjonen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye) - the most important names in the Asahi stuff (up-to-date) Should this read ... Asahi staff ? Heh:)) Of course I mean staff... Sorry for the typo - I was tired when I was writing this posting... Regards Artur
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
- Original Message - From: gfen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye) - another trick: flash compensation with TTL flashes (other that AF360FGZ) and MZ-5/5n/3/S Sure, although I have no idea what this is.. Exposing for the ambient light in M mode with the exposure compensation applied - in this case the latter affects only the flash output. Pretty slow operation but also effective... - the most important names in the Asahi stuff (up-to-date) Can you explain what you mean? As I wrote in another e-mail - it's a typo:)) I mean of course staff, not stuff:)) Sorry for that Regards Artur
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
On Thu, 17 Oct 2002, [iso-8859-2] Artur Ledóchowski wrote: - the most important names in the Asahi stuff (up-to-date) Can you explain what you mean? As I wrote in another e-mail - it's a typo:)) I mean of course staff, not stuff:)) Sorry for that OK, but can you explain by what you mean in regards to important names in the staff? Like the CEO, etc?
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
Electric cable release DIY.
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
- Original Message - From: gfen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye) OK, but can you explain by what you mean in regards to important names in the staff? Like the CEO, etc? Yup I thought it would be interesting... Regards Artur
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
common DIY tips and frequent maintenance issues. For instance: Sticky mirror for LX RTF spring bracking loose (Z1) use of self made batteries and/or packs foam replacing focusing screen cleaning ...
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
Flavio Minelli a écrit: Electric cable release DIY. http://perso.wanadoo.fr/krg/Photo/trucs.htm
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
Flavio Minelli [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: common DIY tips and frequent maintenance issues. For instance: Sticky mirror for LX RTF spring bracking loose (Z1) use of self made batteries and/or packs foam replacing focusing screen cleaning ... Stan Halpin's and Boz's web pages, right? Perhaps my Pentax service manual page (I may add K1000 and Super Program service manuals shortly) -- Mark Roberts www.robertstech.com Photography and writing
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
On Thu, 17 Oct 2002, Mark Roberts wrote: Stan Halpin's and Boz's web pages, right? Boz's yes, but which one is Stan? The lenses tests? The URL, please? Perhaps my Pentax service manual page (I may add K1000 and Super Program service manuals shortly) That would also be great... URL for that? :)
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
gfen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Thu, 17 Oct 2002, Mark Roberts wrote: Stan Halpin's and Boz's web pages, right? Boz's yes, but which one is Stan? The lenses tests? The URL, please? Perhaps my Pentax service manual page (I may add K1000 and Super Program service manuals shortly) That would also be great... URL for that? :) http://www.robertstech.com/pentax.htm -- Mark Roberts www.robertstech.com Photography and writing
Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
On Wed, 16 Oct 2002, Dan Scott wrote: On Wednesday, October 16, 2002, at 09:04 AM, gfen wrote: Has anyone ever thought to make a REAL FAQ for the PDML? I mean, some of I think you just did. Well, works for me.. I'll write it, and I'd like everyone else to contribute and actually do some of the answers... That said, what ARE some of the common questions we see here? If not just here, also on the internet at large that people could be answered with just the FAQ? Why Pentax, and the Pentax strengths. Lens compabability from screw mount through 67. Best beginner body. What to look for in your new LX. Which is the best consumer zoom (ie, I've seen lots of talk on the various 2x-through-105/135 zooms), and which is the best consumer long zoom (ie 70-210/300, etc) General list ettiquete. General list info. Tricks with the bodies/lenses (ie, allowing matrix metering with non-A lenses on the ZX-50, changing the screens in the ZX series, etc). Russian Lenses. Injokes (enablement, brotherhood, weenie little negs, etc). Sources for good info, suggest links (Boz's, the Italian historical club, Luminous Landscape, etc). I know there's more. Tell me, I'll write what I've got, then ask for additional information, get your comments, then present it to Doug for if he wants to put it on PDML.net, send ou with new subscribes, etc.
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
Metering for tricky subjects like Aurora's,Comets Stars etc. This is the kinda thing I'd rather just let people find or ask on their own, as its not a Pentax question, but more of a photo tip. Ok i see we're you want to go with this.I'll keep my thinking lens cap on. Dave
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
I know there's more. Tell me, I'll write what I've got, then ask for additional information, get your comments, then present it to Doug for if he wants to put it on PDML.net, send ou with new subscribes, etc. One more a list of tried and tested film and whats the best use for each one
Re: Going to start the PDML FAQ, please read me! (was Re: fisheye)
On 16 Oct 2002 at 12:21, gfen wrote: Well, works for me.. I'll write it, and I'd like everyone else to contribute and actually do some of the answers... I applaud the concept however over the five years I've been here it's been suggested quite a few times before and hasn't been seen through. The problem is that it is really only useful if it's all encompassing. Many areas of your initial list are covered in detail under various pages about the web, take Boz's for example, how do you condense that? For an idea of the amount of work that is required to generate a useful FAQ for a far more limited (equipment selection wise) camera system check Andrews excellent Leica FAQ at: http://www.nemeng.com/leica/index.shtml Good luck. Cheers, Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://members.ozemail.com.au/~distudio/publications.html
