Re: Help with Super A/SuperProgram
I put two LR44 in it. It works just fine. Super A Mint- (minor marks in paint, hardly visible at the back). 27 Euro + shipping. Great buy, I think!I took so many nice photographs with a Super A! Thanks for your support PDML'ers. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Jun 15, 2012 22:27 Jens p...@planfoto.dk wrote: Thanks, Brian (and others) - I'll go and get some batteries :-) I got a very nice (looks like new) Super A for just 27 Euros in Germany - actually a great country to buy from, that is if you speak German. Because of the language problems (many Germans are not comfartable with speaking or writing English) , many Germans normally ship world wide, which means the items will never go very high at ebay :-) Many international sellers will ask for 5 times this much :-) Now I have allmost re-purchased every Pentax film camera I have ever sold - MX, ME-super, Super A, Z1p, MZ-S etc. Now I can afford to keep them all :-) Regards Jens -- 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: K-5
Here a shot from the day: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bladt/5571771712/ Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Mar 28, 2011 03:05 Jens p...@planfoto.dk wrote: Man, I love my K-5 already. Nicest Pentax in a long time. At my grandchilds 5 year birthday yesterday, I shot a bunch of frames, levaing the flash in the camerabag. Of course there's some noice at ISO 1200 - or 1 - but the shots were still useable I think. I think the light in a livning room is SO MUCH nicer, than the light from af flash. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Mar 28, 2011 02:46 Rick Womer rwomer1...@yahoo.com wrote: Excellent, as usual. Rick http://photo.net/photos/RickW --- On Sun, 3/27/11, DagT li...@thrane.name wrote: From: DagT li...@thrane.name Subject: PAW64 - See an be seen. To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Date: Sunday, March 27, 2011, 5:24 PM http://www.thrane.name/Pictures/PAW/files/page7-1000-full.html K-5, DA21mm, 1/320s, f/7.1, ISO200 DagT http://www.thrane.name/ -- 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. -- 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: K-5
The K-5 feels almost as good in my hand as my MZ-S True! The MZ-S is ergonomically awesome. When walking with it, I can hold it in just three fingers (no thumb) - it's just sort of hangin' there. No other camera ever felt that good in my hands. But the K-5 i getting there - not bad at all. Regards Jens Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Mar 29, 2011 05:50 Christine Aguila cagu...@earthlink.net wrote: Can't wait to see the pics, Paul! Cheers, Christine - Original Message - From: Paul Sorenson allarou...@earthlink.net To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Sunday, March 27, 2011 11:34 PM Subject: Re: K-5 It's a sweet camera. The UPS guy brought mine to the door about 1:30 Friday. Had a prior commitment for the weekend so I've just been going at the manual a little at a time. Hope to get out tomorrow to give it a real try. The K-5 feels almost as good in my hand as my MZ-S. BH is discounting their second day air shipping to less than $10 and I discovered my credit card has a 60 day low price guarantee so I figured now was as good a time as any to get one. -p On 3/27/2011 11:11 PM, Christine Aguila wrote: - Original Message - From: Jens p...@planfoto.dk To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Sent: Sunday, March 27, 2011 8:05 PM Subject: K-5 Man, I love my K-5 already. Nicest Pentax in a long time. I may be getting one of those soon. Just might do it. Cheers, Christine -- Being old doesn't seem so old now that I'm old. -- 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.
Choosing long telephoto lens
Hi list Opinions wanted. I have been wanting a long telphoto lens for some time. For supplementing my FA 2.8 80-200mm. Looking at ebay I can chose from two excellent lenses: Sigma EX 100-300mm F4 ( perhaps 600-800 Euros)- not DG but for full frame (still got many film SLR's). Pentax DA 300mm F4 (offered to me for 750 Euros) - digital only (APS-C). I am leaning towards the Sigma lens because of the zoom, I guess I'll use this one more often. Is the Pentax DA lens so much better, that I should forget about the zooming options? Actually there's a FA 300mm F4.5 too - but I dont know anything about this lens. Does anyone know anything about the FA? I guess the price will be almost the same - apr. 1000 USD. And there's (always) the SMC F 300mm F4 too - but currently one is for sale (BIN) for 1200 Euros (close to 1800 USD, which is too steep for me). Thanks Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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: Choosing long telephoto lens
Thanks PJ. I alreay got the M* 300 F4. It's a wonderful lens. But I want AF :-) Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 3, 2011 19:22 P. J. Alling webstertwenty...@gmail.com wrote: On 4/3/2011 5:32 AM, Jens wrote: Hi list Opinions wanted. I have been wanting a long telphoto lens for some time. For supplementing my FA 2.8 80-200mm. Looking at ebay I can chose from two excellent lenses: Sigma EX 100-300mm F4 ( perhaps 600-800 Euros)- not DG but for full frame (still got many film SLR's). Pentax DA 300mm F4 (offered to me for 750 Euros) - digital only (APS-C). I am leaning towards the Sigma lens because of the zoom, I guess I'll use this one more often. Is the Pentax DA lens so much better, that I should forget about the zooming options? Actually there's a FA 300mm F4.5 too - but I dont know anything about this lens. Does anyone know anything about the FA? I guess the price will be almost the same - apr. 1000 USD. And there's (always) the SMC F 300mm F4 too - but currently one is for sale (BIN) for 1200 Euros (close to 1800 USD, which is too steep for me). I don't think there is a F 300mm 4.0. The F version of the FA 300mm 4.5 however shares the same optical design and has a built in tripod mount that the FA lacks. I've never used one but there was much love for that lens in either iteration on the list a few years back, BD. You might also look for a SMC A* or M* f4.0. They're almost affordable when compared to their auto-focus brethren. The A* is particularly nice paired with a AF 1.7x adapter. The M is almost as good as you'll probably be shooting wide open a lot and lack of automation won't matter too much. Thanks Jens -- Where's the Kaboom? There was supposed to be an Earth-shattering Kaboom! --Marvin the Martian. -- 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: Re: Choosing long telephoto lens
Mike and Kenneth I did check out the FA 4.5 300mm at PentaxForums. And @ Photozone reveiw (IIRC). This lens is not realy a competition to niether the DA or the F vessions of a 300mm F4 or 4.5, which are better choises, I believe. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 4, 2011 20:21 Ken Waller kwal...@peoplepc.com wrote: Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: mike wilson m.9.wil...@ntlworld.com Subject: Re: Choosing long telephoto lens On 03/04/2011 23:52, Ken Waller wrote: Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: mike wilson m.9.wil...@ntlworld.com Subject: Re: Choosing long telephoto lens On 03/04/2011 11:32, Jens wrote: Hi list Opinions wanted. I have been wanting a long telphoto lens for some time. For supplementing my FA 2.8 80-200mm. Looking at ebay I can chose from two excellent lenses: Sigma EX 100-300mm F4 ( perhaps 600-800 Euros)- not DG but for full frame (still got many film SLR's). Pentax DA 300mm F4 (offered to me for 750 Euros) - digital only (APS-C). I am leaning towards the Sigma lens because of the zoom, I guess I'll use this one more often. Is the Pentax DA lens so much better, that I should forget about the zooming options? Actually there's a FA 300mm F4.5 too - but I dont know anything about this lens. Does anyone know anything about the FA? I guess the price will be almost the same - apr. 1000 USD. And there's (always) the SMC F 300mm F4 too - but currently one is for sale (BIN) for 1200 Euros (close to 1800 USD, which is too steep for me). Tamron 300/2.8s are going for less than those prices these days. Thats good news but you should be prepared for the extra bulk and weight of it over say a 300 f4.5FA. I haven't shot with the Tamron but it is defimitely not as hand-holdable as the 4.5. I would argue that there isn't a 300mm made that is hand holdable, if you want to take decent pictures. I think you'd loose that argument. While I agree mouinting a 300 f4.5 to a tripod is preferred, hand holding the same lens can give perfectly satisfactory results - check out the 300mm f4.5 FA section of the PPG sometime. -- 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: Re: Choosing long telephoto lens
Thanks for sharing these photographs... Regareds jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 4, 2011 19:06 Matthew Hunt m...@pobox.com wrote: On Mon, Apr 4, 2011 at 11:11 AM, mike wilson m.9.wil...@ntlworld.com wrote: I would argue that there isn't a 300mm made that is hand holdable, if you want to take decent pictures. These are all DA*300/4 hand-held. And I would consider myself handicapped a bit by shooting a K10D, which I like to keep at quite low ISO settings. 2 more stops would be a nice improvement in DOF and/or motion blur. http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/2917327644/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/2923337146/ (with Tamron 1.4x TC) http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/2923372150/ (with Tamron 1.4x TC) http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/2883706548/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/3707902187/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/3705394337/ (By incandescent bathroom lighting) Tamron 70-300 at 300mm: http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/2525886350/ -- 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: Re: Choosing long telephoto lens
Brilliant. Thanks for sharing, Ann. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 4, 2011 18:57 Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote: mike wilson wrote: On 03/04/2011 23:52, Ken Waller wrote: Kenneth Waller http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller - Original Message - From: mike wilson m.9.wil...@ntlworld.com Subject: Re: Choosing long telephoto lens On 03/04/2011 11:32, Jens wrote: Hi list Opinions wanted. I have been wanting a long telphoto lens for some time. For supplementing my FA 2.8 80-200mm. Thats good news but you should be prepared for the extra bulk and weight of it over say a 300 f4.5FA. I haven't shot with the Tamron but it is defimitely not as hand-holdable as the 4.5. I would argue that there isn't a 300mm made that is hand holdable, if you want to take decent pictures. I took this hand held ... with the DA 55-300... the 55-300 is very light weight ... http://annsan.smugmug.com/Works-in-Print/Works-In-Progress/More-Critte rs/15842756_6QmYN/1/1187950299_FDCdG/Large I think it passes muster or, as I said as a child (pass the mustard) 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.
Advice, Photgraphing dogs
Hi List Hopefully some of you will know what to buy. A friend of mine wants to photograph dogs in action. She needs a camera, that will react quickly to presing the release button :-) She's not into photography as such, but needs a camera that can shoot moving dogs at a distance. Shoe doesn't min buying a DSLR. I guess maybe a 50-200mm lens would do the trick. Low noice would be perfect due to the need for fast shutter speeds. Which body and which lens should she boy? (I may be a Pentax, but that's not a must. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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: Advice, Photgraphing dogs
Thanks Larry. All true. But non photographers often use compact cameras with a lot of shutter lag. The picture aren't taken before the subject is long gone. She obviously wants instant action. To me that means SLR/DSLR. But some megazooms might do the trick too? I geuss a K-r would be a nice choise too. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 7, 2011 18:43 Larry Colen l...@red4est.com wrote: On Apr 7, 2011, at 4:13 AM, Jens wrote: Hi List Hopefully some of you will know what to buy. A friend of mine wants to photograph dogs in action. She needs a camera, that will react quickly to presing the release button :-) She's not into photography as such, but needs a camera that can shoot moving dogs at a distance. Shoe doesn't min buying a DSLR. I guess maybe a 50-200mm lens would do the trick. Low noice would be perfect due to the need for fast shutter speeds. Which body and which lens should she boy? (I may be a Pentax, but that's not a must. Shutter lag tends to be a function of autofocus speed. Shutter lag can be pretty much eliminated if she can prefocus, hit the AF button and then click the shutter. Or, use the AF-C mode. If autofocus is an issue, and she get's Pentax she'd definitely want either a K-r or K-5. What is her budget? How often does she need to do these photos? Could you go and try a few and see which of your gear works, and get a better idea of what she needs? A lot of it is just going to boil down to skill, and practice. Throwing money at the issue can make up for some, but not all, lack of skill. Chances are that even most of the people on this list, which on average has pretty high photographic skills, wouldn't get great shots their first time taking photos of dogs in action. She may also want to get something along the lines of a monopod or a Bushhawk. -- 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. -- 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: Advice, Photgraphing dogs
Thanks a lot , Matthew. Makes sence. Your last remark made me laugh out loud. If you don't mind, I'll forward your mail to her? Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 7, 2011 19:20 Matthew Hunt m...@pobox.com wrote: On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 12:43 PM, Larry Colen l...@red4est.com wrote: Chances are that even most of the people on this list, which on average has pretty high photographic skills, wouldn't get great shots their first time taking photos of dogs in action. My wife competes in dog agility (in the role of the human), and it's not too hard to get good shots of that, at least outdoors: http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/2441122563/ The technique is simply to prefocus on the jump, and then it's just a matter of timing. Keeping both eyes open helps. You can pick it up quickly, and any current DSLR with a 200 or 300mm kit lens should do fine. Depends on how close you can get, and how big or small the dogs are. That picture's from my K10D with Tamron 70-300 at 220mm; the dog's small (8 lb) but we were in our own yard and I could get close. But dogs running around in free play is a different matter. Forget Larry's first time, I still get few good shots after years of trying. The K10D autofocus just won't keep up with the dogs, at least not the fast sort that my wife favors. I know the newer models are significantly better, but whether they are good enough to lock on to a running dog, I cannot say. I recommend cats. -- 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: OT What was your first editing program
My first editing program was Micrografx Picture Publisher. Still got the 7 and 8 version. Great stuff. Unfortunately Corel bought it just to kill it. It has a lot of nice features. Like the ability to aligning objects, and yiu can reverse any process even after saving the image. And it makes nice picture frames. I still use it from time to tima. Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 13, 2011 01:55 David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: Just a follow up to Bills, what was your first camera. My first photo edit program was Corel draw 5 i think it was. Just after my purchase of a Kodak DC25. 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: What was your first camera?
Agfa Clack 1960. Later a Regula King (1970) with coupled meter. Even later - in 1981 - I gotr my first Pentax - a MX - still got a black one :-) MZ-S was my last film camera (still got one). First digtal was Sony 700 something. Later I got the *ist D, *ist DL andf a K10. I still got the K20D (lovely, capable camera - and a K-5 (sold my K-7 to a friend recently). And I have a Pentacon Six with many lenses and I recently got a Pentax 67 with 4 lenses, a Pentax ES and a LX :-) Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 12, 2011 15:32 Bill Owens wmbow...@gmail.com wrote: In my case, it was a Brownie Hawkeye with flash that used Press 25 bulbs 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. -- 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: Re: Advice, Photgraphing dogs
My advice to my dog loving lady friend: I ended up advicing her to buy a Pentax K-r and a DA* 50-135mm SDM lens. This is available for 1500 Euros in Germany. This combo cost the same as a Canon 7D, body only. According to dpreview a Pentax K-r with an SDM lens is a decent choise for sports and wildlife photography on a budget. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 7, 2011 21:14 Jens p...@planfoto.dk wrote: Thanks a lot , Matthew. Makes sence. Your last remark made me laugh out loud. If you don't mind, I'll forward your mail to her? Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Apr 7, 2011 19:20 Matthew Hunt m...@pobox.com wrote: On Thu, Apr 7, 2011 at 12:43 PM, Larry Colen l...@red4est.com wrote: Chances are that even most of the people on this list, which on average has pretty high photographic skills, wouldn't get great shots their first time taking photos of dogs in action. My wife competes in dog agility (in the role of the human), and it's not too hard to get good shots of that, at least outdoors: http://www.flickr.com/photos/coneslayer/2441122563/ The technique is simply to prefocus on the jump, and then it's just a matter of timing. Keeping both eyes open helps. You can pick it up quickly, and any current DSLR with a 200 or 300mm kit lens should do fine. Depends on how close you can get, and how big or small the dogs are. That picture's from my K10D with Tamron 70-300 at 220mm; the dog's small (8 lb) but we were in our own yard and I could get close. But dogs running around in free play is a different matter. Forget Larry's first time, I still get few good shots after years of trying. The K10D autofocus just won't keep up with the dogs, at least not the fast sort that my wife favors. I know the newer models are significantly better, but whether they are good enough to lock on to a running dog, I cannot say. I recommend cats. -- 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.
Sunshine Story
Hello list Just a small Pentax story from real life: Yesterday I received a phonecall. The guy at the other end said Hello, I am a homeless photographer. It' turned out he was exclusivly photographing homeless people in the streets etc. He just published a book called The Street Kings (Gadens Konger). He had learned about me through the internet and wanted to ask me questions concerning Pentax equipment, which I have spoken highly of some time ago. He wanted image stabilisation in the camera body, not in the lens. He is a Canon user and wanted perhaps to change to using Pentax eqipment!! He had a couple of D50's. I checket it out and found it did not have the TAv exposure program. He often got blurred images because of low light (he didin't actually realize the cause of this him self, but he thought that the problem was caused by a poor image stabilizer). I told him to buy a K-r or a K-5 and use the TAv program. And of cource a decent SDM lens or two.I often doo this myself for casual shooting in changing light conditions. These new Pentax bodies are able to go to high ISO values without to much quality loss due to digital noice/ high ISO. I don't remember how much Pentax gear I bought from people who wnated to change to C* or N* over my 30 years of using Pentax equipment - but it's quite a few bodies and lenses AFAIR. This guy was dumping his Canon gear to get some new Petnax gear. Not a bad choice in my opinion :-) Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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.
Testing two teleconverters
Hello List I got two good converters (and some not so good ones too) I made a small test of the two good ones: Sigma APO 1.4x with a focus screw driver Pentax-F 1.7 AF converter - it makes my old MF lenses do AF. Using two lenses: Pentax FA* 2.8 80-200mm (IF) ED - for the Sigma converter - @ f56, 8, 11 and Pentax-K 5.6 400mm - for the Pentax-F 1.7 AF converter - @ 5.6, 8, 11 The the last picture - @ 680mm F11 is too large, clear and sharp to be legal to publish (since the subject is a Danish 500 kr note) - so I had to make a red cross on it before I was able to save it web optimized in Photoshop. Please take a look: http://www.planfoto.dk/home/Webgallery/Weboptimrede/album/index.html I am qiute pleased with the quality of the two convertes :-) Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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.
OT: Sigma 170-500mm APO for Pentax AF
Hi list Does anyone have experiences with this lens, Please. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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: OT: Sigma 170-500mm APO for Pentax AF
Thans David and Adam. I'd apreciate samples to look at :-) I might just get me one - they are quite affordable at the moment. I alrady have a Sigma 135-400mm, which is NOT sharp enough for my needs. And it's gone take a while before a can afford a real Pentax long tele photo lens. Regards Jens Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Sep 12, 2010 14:11 David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: On Sat, Sep 11, 2010 at 6:57 PM, Adam Maas a...@mawz.ca wrote: Had one in Nikon mount, shot one airshow with it and the D300. It's long, cheap and not too crappy. I still have mine in Nikon mount. I find the long end a little to soft on the long end but yes not to bad. I have some shots on photo dot nre with it. I'll see if i can remember which ones and post Dave -Adam On Sat, Sep 11, 2010 at 5:00 PM, Jens p...@planfoto.dk wrote: Hi list Does anyone have experiences with this lens, Please. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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. -- M. Adam Maas http://www.mawz.ca Explorations of the City Around Us. -- 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: K7 with M lenses
I may be using my M lenses too little. But I have never noticed any exposure problems - except for those caused by the well known slow aperture syndrom, occuring when lenses are left unused for too long - or stored with open aperture blades (on a camera or otherwise). I use a Seikanon wide angle macro lens quite often - which works like an M lens. It's an absolutely brilliant lens - which I believe is made by a company related to the later so well known Seiko brand. No exposure problems, that I know of. Razor sharp. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Sep 13, 2010 19:02 Steven Desjardins drd1...@gmail.com wrote: I've never really used an M lens on a Pentax digital, but I'm thinking about buying one. I know the green button trick, but how well does it actually work? Metering OK and all that? -- Steve Desjardins -- 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.
Enablement: Pentax Optio W60
Hello List I just won an auction for a used (twice) Pentax Optio W60 at ebay. www.dpreview.com has done a waterproof group test. The Optio W60 did pretty well. Excellent image quality, but no image stabilizer. I paid about 1/3 the price of a new W90, which doesn't do so well at dpreview. I need the camera for sea kayaking trips. I just killed my old Lumix mega zoom, which was just 4 MP, and not quite up to today's standards. The water killed it instantly, even though it didn't realy get under the water, but my bag got wet :-( Does anyone here have experiences with the Optio W60? Thanks in advance :-) Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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.
Enablement: Pentax Optio W60
Hello List Done some Lumix shots: See: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bladt/sets/72157624699142377/ I just won an auction for a used (twice) Pentax Optio W60 at ebay. www.dpreview.com has done a waterproof group test. The Optio W60 did pretty well. Excellent image quality, but no image stabilizer. I paid about 1/3 the price of a new W90, which doesn't do so well at dpreview. I need the camera for sea kayaking trips. I just killed my old Lumix mega zoom, which was just 4 MP, and not quite up to today's standards. The water killed it instantly, even though it didn't realy get under the water, but my bag got wet :-( Does anyone here have experiences with the Optio W60? Thanks in advance :-) Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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: Re: OT: Sigma 170-500mm APO for Pentax AF
Thanks guys, very interesting to se pictures actually shot with this lens. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Sep 14, 2010 00:21 David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: Here is the only one i could find on ther net. http://photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=10901470 D200 with the 170-500 at 500. No tripod, but resting camera and lens on the truck door, some shake though. To me its soft. I have some of ducks at the farm, i just need to find them Dave On Mon, Sep 13, 2010 at 5:57 PM, Adam Maas a...@mawz.ca wrote: Here's a couple (on flickr) http://www.flickr.com/photos/mawz/2769227796/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/mawz/2816747552/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/mawz/2820590948/ -Adam On Mon, Sep 13, 2010 at 2:29 PM, Jens p...@planfoto.dk wrote: Thans David and Adam. I'd apreciate samples to look at :-) I might just get me one - they are quite affordable at the moment. I alrady have a Sigma 135-400mm, which is NOT sharp enough for my needs. And it's gone take a while before a can afford a real Pentax long tele photo lens. Regards Jens Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Sep 12, 2010 14:11 David J Brooks pentko...@gmail.com wrote: On Sat, Sep 11, 2010 at 6:57 PM, Adam Maas a...@mawz.ca wrote: Had one in Nikon mount, shot one airshow with it and the D300. It's long, cheap and not too crappy. I still have mine in Nikon mount. I find the long end a little to soft on the long end but yes not to bad. I have some shots on photo dot nre with it. I'll see if i can remember which ones and post Dave -Adam On Sat, Sep 11, 2010 at 5:00 PM, Jens p...@planfoto.dk wrote: Hi list Does anyone have experiences with this lens, Please. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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. -- M. Adam Maas http://www.mawz.ca Explorations of the City Around Us. -- 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. -- M. Adam Maas http://www.mawz.ca Explorations of the City Around Us. -- 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.
Best choice of super-tele-zomm.
I have an SMC FA* 2.8/80-200mm zoom lens, which is excellent. Now I need to supplement my range with something like a 150-500mm zoom lens. Before I search for a used lens I need to know what I should be looking for. I use K20 and K-7 bodies and I want pro quality images. My budget will be in the neighbourhood og 1000-1500 USD. Do you have any suggestions, based on experience? Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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.
Enablement: Gear of the Year 2009
I received af Hähnel HWC433 C80 remote trigger for my K-7 and K20 today. I's originally made for Canon cameras, but it comes with af cable(jack) for Pentax as well, so it works with my Pentax'es as well as with K10, K100, K200 as well the Samsung GX10 and GX20. It can activate the AF function and the 2 sec. timer, which is nice for macro work. I can use the trigger device (reciever) directly. It causes no vibrations to the camera body, due to the cable connection - or I kan use the small transmitter, that has a telescopic antenna. I tried to activate the camera from adistanace of perhaps 10m (30 feet), which worked just fine. The price tag is a little high here - about 100 USD. But it's worth it, I guess. Now I can do family-dinner shots, that will include my self, for a change :-) I just need to put the camera on a tripod in a suitable distance from the table - and then bring the small remote trigger with me. What I really want it for, is panorama shots from a very high tripod or monopod, in which case I can't actually reach the camera with my hands. I guess I can recommend this nice, small, Irish made device. Probably my gear of the year as well. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. -- 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: 645D to be marketed Worldwide in December
If I were a Taxi driver, I'd buy a 200.000 USD Mercedes. If I were a portrait/advertising photographer, I wouldn't hesitate buying a 645D. Afterall, 10.000 USD is very reasonolable, if you want to make a decent living. Regards Jens -- Treat others as you would like to be treated yourself. On Sep 24, 2010 06:42 John Celio n...@neovenator.com wrote: ? On 23/9/10, Mark Roberts, discombobulated, unleashed: The amount of fuss we're seeing on the Lisa (IOW, none at all) is pretty much what I'd expect regarding a $10,000 medium format camera. You're such a Mona when it comes to price A lot of us just don't have the Monet for something like that. John -- http://www.jacelio.com http://www.cafepress.com/jacelio -- 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: Digital SLR
Great anecdote BTW, no wonder Pentax DSLR's do not sell well in Canada. As far as I know, there was never made *any*! Regards Jens PS: None was sold in Europe either... -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Michael Nosal [mailto:mike.nosal;divine.com] Sendt: 28. oktober 2002 17:24 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Digital SLR At 09:13 AM 10/28/02 -0600, Dan Scott wrote: Well, c'mon Brad. Current sales of Pentax DSLRs have been extremely poor. You don't expect Pentax Cananda to import products that don't sell well, do you? ;-) Dan Scott This reminds me of an anecdote, told by Harvey Mackay in one of his books, which goes something like this: There was a shoe company, and they wanted to expand their sales. They send a salesman to the heart of Africa. After a couple of weeks, he writes back to the head office: Business is terrible. Send me home. No luck at all. The people here don't even wear shoes! Well, the company decides to give it one more try, so they send their top salesman to Africa. After a couple of weeks, he writes back to the head office : Business is great! Send me more shoes. *No* competition at all! Nobody here owns *any* shoes! --Mike
RE: 35mm film scanners
Hallo Sylwek I'd like to se those tests too! Cheers Jens, Denmark [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Sylwester Pietrzyk [mailto:sylwek;ozon.com.pl] Sendt: 30. oktober 2002 14:32 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: 35mm film scanners on 30.10.02 14:14, Pål Jensen at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Looking for a film scanner for 35mm. How about the Nikon LS-40 and the Minolta Dimage scan Dual II and Dimage dual scan III (the two Minolta scanners cost the same - whats the difference between them?)? How do these scanners compare to the Nikon LS-4000 (too expensive). Will they give credit for the Epson 2100 (2200 US) printer? Plan of using the new 3200DPI Epson flatbed scanner for MF. I think LS-40 is the best of them three. But new Minolta can be interesting too. Dual Scan III has Minolta's equivalents of Digital ICE3, USB 2.0 and better D/A converter (48 bit - they claim it gives D=4.8 - don't believe it :-). If you want exact results I can send you PDF file with results of big test made in German Color Foto magazine. Big suprise is that not all scanners has real resolution as it is claimed by their makers... -- Regards Sylwek
RE: PZ-1 vs PZ-1p little used features (was Newby)
Hi Paul and all I like the idea of using an interval timer for photographing a flower unfolding or growing - something like that. But i nerver used the one on my PZ-1 (PZ-1p doesn't have it). But, I have a Jessop Power Winder (Model P-1TR) works with my Super A and P5 and can be used with ME as well. It works pretty much like the MEII-winder, even though it's not Pentax quality. It has a timer. Not as advanced, but still a timer. You can choose between 5, 30, 60 secs or 5 minutes. And is has a socket for remote (cord) control. Thought you might want to know... Best Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Shaun Canning [mailto:s.canning;latrobe.edu.au] Sendt: 1. november 2002 03:32 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: RE: PZ-1 vs PZ-1p little used features (was Newby) Paul, Go to the Pentax website (pentax.com) and download the brochures for the z-1 or pz-1. This will explain how to access the intervalometer feature of these cameras. Cheers Shaun Canning PhD Student Archaeology Department La Trobe University, Bundoora, Australia, 3086. e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Phone: 0414-967 644 -Original Message- From: Paul Jones [mailto:pdml;nrg666.com] Sent: Friday, 1 November 2002 01:05 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: PZ-1 vs PZ-1p little used features (was Newby) Hi Bob, How do you access the intervil timer option? or is a seperateattachment like the cable release for the MZ-S? Thanks, Paul - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 01, 2002 12:21 PM Subject: PZ-1 vs PZ-1p little used features (was Newby) Vic, The item I think most of is the interval timer. This was a derivative of a special stand alone unit for the MX and it became an expensive (US$160+) back for the SF-1/SF-1n. It allows you to set a future start time plus an interval and take a set number of pictures. Put your camera on a tripod and take a picture every hour for the next 36 hours. Set the interval to 5 minutes and take 30 pictures over the next 2 1/2 hours of the party. The other thing I remember is green or tyro mode. The PZ-1 becomes a PS. Here you can be set up with a program AE line for landscape, action (faster speeds), or best MTF function for the lens. It kind of reminds me of the P5/P50 interface. Regards, Bob S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Bob: Would you like to share these with us... It's always good to tap into other members' knowledge base... Vic In a message dated 10/30/02 6:29:10 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've used the PZ-1 more and know all of it's little used features.
RE: Pentax-A* 200 f/2.8
German Fotomagazin makes a FOMAG Liste with estimated price of most photographic equipment. The FA*2.8/200 is supposed to cost 610 Euros/USD, the A*4.0/300mm about 700 Euro/USD, the FA* 2.8/300 about 2500 Euro/USD (no listing for the A* 2.8/200mm). But shouldn't it be in the nieghbourhood of 600 Euros/USD Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Paul Stenquist [mailto:pnstenquist;comcast.net] Sendt: 2. november 2002 13:14 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Pentax-A* 200 f/2.8 I don't know what it's worth, but I do know that KEH prices are consistently quite fair. I wouldn't lose any sleep over it. And congratulations on the acquisition. I wish I had one. Paul Glen O'Neal wrote: I picked up a Pentax-A* 200 f/2.8 lens yesterday from KEH. It should arrive on Monday or Tuesday. I was pretty happy to get this lens. With comments on Stan Halpin's page like those that follow I thought it would probably be a good investment. Mike Breen - The 200 f/2.8A is probably as good as any fixed focus 200mm lens made.. . . . It is sharp corner-to-corner wide open yielding contrast I can depend upon. . . Aaron - . . . I adore this lens. I use it primarily in low to very low light . . . Great contrast, . . . What I am asking from my brethren here at the PDML is what do you think this lens is worth. I would rather not broadcast what I paid for it. If I paid too much I may be embarrassed. If I got it for a song I might seem to be bragging. I do not desire either. I just want to find out if I got a decent deal or not. I have not ever seen one of these 200mm green star lenses for sale anywhere before and really have no idea what the general consensus is as to its worth. I know, it's worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it. But please tell me what you think as a general guestimate. I would appreciate it. P.S. If you really want to know what I paid for it I would agree to tell you off list if you keep it to yourself. Thanks, Glen O'Neal
SV: Pentax-A* 85 f/1.4 Pentax-A* 135 f/1.8
BH has a A1.4/85mm for 750 USD. It doesn't say Star, though... Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: Bob Blakely [mailto:Bob;Blakely.com] Sendt: 2. november 2002 16:43 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Pentax-A* 85 f/1.4 Pentax-A* 135 f/1.8 I haven't seen an A* 85 1.4 on KEH in a long time, Though they do have several FA* 85 1.4's somewhere around the price you mention. An A* 85 1.4 can go for more than $900. From: Glen O'Neal [EMAIL PROTECTED] By the way, I remember Shel. Haven't seen him on here in a while. KEH offers $480.00 for a A* 85 1.4 in Excellent Condition and I am going to check the 135mm.
RE: architectural lenses
Hello I'm sure I have seen Kiev shift lens that can be used for Pentax. They are probably called Arsat. I think a Carl Ziess Jena was made for Exa M42 Exakta Ihagee). Theres an Arsat on ebay right now (Buy it now for 239.50 USD): http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1392801420 Otherwise I can recomend SMC Pentax SHIFT 3.5/28mm (Preset lens). But you don't have to use a shift lens for architecture. I use I the SMCA 2.8/20mm a lot. You can pick it up for about the same price. Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: gfen [mailto:gfen;infotainment.org] Sendt: 2. november 2002 17:02 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: architectural lenses On Sat, 2 Nov 2002, Robert Soames Wetmore wrote: I am becoming increasingly interested in architectural photography and am again seeking recommendations for wide angle and especially tilt-shift lenses: Pentax lenses and various branded lenses for Pentax cameras, as well as lenses for other-branded cameras. Can anyone advise? Does Kiev make a PCS lens for M42? It seems likely they would... however, if you want the ultimate in movements, you're not even in the right ballpark with 35mm, you need a view camera. You can probably find a cheap, but heavy, Calumet Cadet with an acceptable lens for less than you could buy a Pentax PCS. -- http://www.infotainment.org - more fun than a poke in your eye. http://www.eighteenpercent.com- photography and portfolio.
RE: Digital is here. Film production to be stopped!
Hi all We seem to be forgetting, that most of us live our lives in the worlds most advanced countries. A lot of people in other parts of the world don't have refrigeratores, cars, telvisions, computers So, when will everybody get a computer as well as a digital camera? A classic PS camera can be purchased for maybe 20-30$. A film for 3-5$. Bottom line is: I'm sure some company will make film for many years to come. Don't dump your LX'es and MZ's just yet... Best Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Len Paris Sendt: 6. januar 2001 17:28 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: RE: Digital is here. Film production to be stopped! The world's conversion is happening faster than I thought. Ya'll saving for that 6 mega pixel beastie? Regards, Bob... I sure am, but not fast enough to be able to buy one when it reaches the shelves. I'm hoping that prices will drop over time and my savings will eventually reach the point where I can buy a camera like that. The chances are very good that, by the time I have enough money saved, digital cameras will be even better and cheaper than the 6 Mega-pixel model Pentax announced. Len --- This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, visit http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the PUG at http://pug.komkon.org This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, visit http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the PUG at http://pug.komkon.org
SV: just talked to Pentax ...(about the MZ-S)
Well, aren't we all... Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Alan Chan Sendt: 16. januar 2001 04:46 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: just talked to Pentax ...(about the MZ-S) Of course. To my knowledge, nobody identifying themselves as from Pentax ever appeared on the list == they wouldn't have dared to. g Perhaps we can start guessing who is/are working for Pentax... regards, Alan Chan _ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Visit the PUG at http://pug.komkon.org. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Visit the PUG at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: Ideal body for Auto Bellows A?
I use Super A and PZ1. The Super A only has full stops compensation/correction. The Z1/Z1-p and the LX has 1/3 step correction, I think. That makes them more suitable for bellows I think. Best Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Dan Scott Sendt: 18. januar 2001 15:58 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Ideal body for Auto Bellows A? What would be the soul mate for Pentax's Auto Bellows A? Dan Scott [EMAIL PROTECTED] - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: taking the plunge to BW, need advice
Hi Good luck Erwin! Beware of faulty contrast correction caused by XP2 or similar films, as they tend to get a pinkish cast, which makes them work something like contrast-control filters (like Ilford Multigrade).. Ask for a film type with no or little purple cast...! I use Ilford Multigrade papers/filters - the results are so brilliant I never considered to use anything else. You can of cource get traditional film developed at the lab too...! Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: Pz-1p Panorama Mode
Hi Amazing. Who did that? BR Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Frank Knapik Sendt: 22. januar 2001 22:07 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Pz-1p Panorama Mode Hello. I took some pictures with the panorama mode on and when the photos came back, I was surprised when they where printed 31/2"x10". I thought they were going to be printed 4x6 with black strips. The ones taken without the panorama mode on were printed 4x6. I think it is a nice feature to have for a different look. Francis - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: OT: (Somewhat) Is this true for you?
Hi All One lens in the bag? That would be a 24-90mm (if I had one). One prime lens in the bag? That would be the 20mm (or 15mm if I had one). Wide angle pictures (rectiliniar) can be enlarged to telephote perspective. The opposite is imposible. Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: Family vacation with children
Hi All It really helps when then childre (mine) are 25 and 22 years :-) Seriously, It's great to have grown up kids! Lenses, I take: 20mm/2.8 50mm/1.4 28-70mm/2.8 (24-90mm when I get one) 70-210mm/4-5.6 Bets Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af John Francis Sendt: 23. januar 2001 20:43 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Family vacation with children If you've got children along, is it really a vacation? Perhaps 'vacation *for* children' would be a better description. -- John Francis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Silicon Graphics, Inc. (650)933-82952011 N. Shoreline Blvd. MS 43U-991 (650)932-0828 (Fax) Mountain View, CA 94043-1389 Hello. My name is Darth Vader. I am your father. Prepare to die. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: F 70-210 lenses
Hi Frantisec I've tested this /F70-210mm/4-5.6 systematicly. It's eqaully very good at ALL focal lengths and ALL apertures! That's what makes it special. Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
RE: battery life in PZ-1
Hi Gaurav Welcome to the list. NICE CHOISE OF CAMERA No, 7-8 rolls is fine. As you use the flash much. YOUR CAMERA IS NOT DEFECTIVE. The trick is not to use it too much. I used up a lot of batteries when my PZ-1 was new. I guess you play a lot with it :-). Try to use it only for fill in purposes. Today I'm changing the battery 4-6 times a year. (I shoot hundreds of rolls) I always carry a spare or two. Try to order ten or more from a mail order company - or surf the internet - you'll find a good bargain somewhere. Someone actually has made a homemade battery adaptor (It's not made by Pentax, I think). Unfortunatly I don't think the old PDML threads are available anymore, I'm afraid. I don't think NiCads can be used. Best Regards Jens hi! i subscribed to this mailing list today after reading quite a few posts on pdml.net. i am just a beginner in photography and hope to gain from the discussions on this forum. i bought a used PZ-1 and now realize that the 2CR5 battery lasted only about 7-8 rolls. isnt that too less? i didn't use the flash on more than 15-20% of the shots. am i doing something wrong? or was the battery little drained when i bought it? my other question is, has anyone actually built some kind of adapter that uses AA batteries? i was thinking of making a very small hole in the battery cover to pass the wires and then hanging 4 batteries at the bottom somehow. does anyone have any concrete ideas on how to hold the batteries at the bottom and make sure that the contacts are made inside the battery compartment? would soldering wires to an old battery contacts do the trick? thanks in advance!! gaurav - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: F 70-210 lenses
Hi Dave Yeah, and 10 pints of Murphy's would probably do the samme :-). (Assuming you are Irish). Jens (Denmark, Birthplace of of Carlsberg) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
RE: Wide-angle lenses on bellows/tubes
HI Scott and all I'm not an expert. But I think the explanation is very, very simple. The close up table has a subtitle: (Use of lenses in normal position). Now, why would yuo want to use a wide angle in normal position? It woun't enlarge much (if anything). You'll find the wide angles (28mm-40mm) in the "Use of lenses in reverse position" tables. The wide angles will enlarge more in reverse than the 50mm lenses. Best regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Wieland Willker Sendt: 29. januar 2001 16:13 Til: Pentax-list-NEW Emne: Wide-angle lenses on bellows/tubes Dan Scott wrote: From the Special Notes section of the Auto Bellows-A Slide Copier-A manual: 1. The wide-angle lenses up to 35mm and the 40mm f/2.8 lens are excluded from the close-up tables. For such wide-angle lenses with short focal lenghts and high-speed lenses are not suited for close-up work of high magnification, unless they are used in reverse. Can somebody exlain to me why? What happens and why is the reverse mode better? Best wishes Wieland - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
RE: Thanks - New Subscriber
Hi Jim/James Welcome to the list! I do some theatre work too. It would be nice if you could show me some of your shots? It could do the same. Best regards Jens [EMAIL PROTECTED] - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: PASSED JCII stickers
Hi Mark should I put them on the lenses I am reselling? Even on East German ones ;-) ? What's with east german lenses??? Some of them (e.i. Carl Zeiss Jena) are among the best lense ever made!! Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
RE: PZ1p and monolight
Hi It's true it could be dangerous to use old/un current flashes for this camera. Anyway, please notice, that the shoe of the PZ-1 is slightly different from the usual design. There has to be a small rectangular "cut-away" in front of the metal plate, that goes into the camera hotshoe. Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Joseph McAllister Sendt: 3. februar 2001 19:45 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: PZ1p and monolight On 02/01/2001 12:37, Tiger Moses opined: At 10:50 AM 2/1/01 -0800, you wrote: Can I use a simple hotshoe adapter with a PC connection to plug in my Photogenic Medalight into my PZ1? Thanks, Herbet. Yes you can, but you can decrease the risk of damage to the Pentax by using devices designed to protect the camera, Wein makes one. I had to pay around $40 USD, but that would be better then repairing/replacing a camera! For almost all my photography with my Photogenic Flashmaster setup (antique) I use the Pentax IR Remote system on cameras that have a hot shoe, or, like on my digital camera which has none, I tape a simple remote flash sensor in front of the built in flash, covering the built in flash in the process. Note though: I have used the system directly on my LX and Bronica ETRsi, and on some of my old lenses with shutters for my 8 x 10 Deardorf. Oh, and the Speed Graphic too. JoMac JoMac, Imagineer with Camera - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: PZ1p and monolight
Hi It's true it could be dangerous to use old/un current flashes for this camera. Anyway, please notice, that the shoe of the PZ-1 is slightly different from the usual design. There has to be a small rectangular "cut-away" in front of the metal plate, that goes into the camera hotshoe. Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Joseph McAllister Sendt: 3. februar 2001 19:45 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: PZ1p and monolight On 02/01/2001 12:37, Tiger Moses opined: At 10:50 AM 2/1/01 -0800, you wrote: Can I use a simple hotshoe adapter with a PC connection to plug in my Photogenic Medalight into my PZ1? Thanks, Herbet. Yes you can, but you can decrease the risk of damage to the Pentax by using devices designed to protect the camera, Wein makes one. I had to pay around $40 USD, but that would be better then repairing/replacing a camera! For almost all my photography with my Photogenic Flashmaster setup (antique) I use the Pentax IR Remote system on cameras that have a hot shoe, or, like on my digital camera which has none, I tape a simple remote flash sensor in front of the built in flash, covering the built in flash in the process. Note though: I have used the system directly on my LX and Bronica ETRsi, and on some of my old lenses with shutters for my 8 x 10 Deardorf. Oh, and the Speed Graphic too. JoMac JoMac, Imagineer with Camera - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: Tilt Shift lens for 35mm
Hi JJ Yes, I have it. Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sendt: 3. februar 2001 22:08 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Tilt Shift lens for 35mm Does anyone actually have a Pentax SMCP Tilt Shift 28mm f/3.5? I can't find a picture of one anywhere (even the Pentax, BH, and Blue Book sites) and I'm curious to know what they look like; also whether anyone who's used one has an opinion about it (as in, worth USD 1200?). Thanks. JJ J. John Cohen - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org.
SV: Non-Pentax Non-Metz flash
Hi Think I have been writing about Metz flashes more than once. I don't think other brands are lousy at all! I just find Metz flashes to be very, very good. My oldest, which I bought in 1981, still works like the first day. The original Pentax flashes is extreemly well made too. It's a joy just to hold a AF500 FTZ in your hand. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
SV: Time to buy an enlarger! Got a suggestion?
Hi In my lab they tell me that the results depend very much on the film material used. But I guess that's too late now. Don't compromise like that. Some new custumer might see them. Make the print the old fashioned way. You woun't regret, eventhough your profit might be small! Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Sid Barras Sendt: 5. februar 2001 06:24 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Time to buy an enlarger! Got a suggestion? Hi, Well, I've done my research in this one horse town, and it don't look good for getting my extra large prints done by a commercial lab locally. (I've got a buyer for some of my black and white scenics, but she wants very large prints: 24x30 and beyond from 35mm negs!) I have the option of trying the negs done in color chemistry. And I will have that done tomorrow, just as a test, to see how they do. The guy at the lab didn't sound real hopeful. Do any of you guys (and gals) have any experience with printing B W negs on color paper, and then in color soup? (we're talking about extreme enlargements, too.) So I think that after this little experiment fails, I'll be shopping for an enlarger to do up to 24 x 30 or thereabouts in my soon to be expanded darkroom. I have one of those Beseler "Cadets" right now, so I know I need a real one for something like this. The digital route still has merits, but my research and my instinct tells me I should hold off on this until I've made a few sales and have "spread myself around". By then I should (hopefully) be able to charge the kinds of prices needed to cover the much higher cost of "going digiital" (and getting archival quality output-- I just don't trust the durability of dye sublimation and especially inkjet-- not yet) . Some of the figures I was quoted were breath-taking. (or breath stopping, actually) So: I'm sure everyone here (almost) has a favorite, and why you like it. I need it to be sturdy enough to get those very large prints I've been talking about. I am using a condenser version now, should I consider a dichro or variable contrast head? (I'm almost certain I won't be doing any color work, now or in the future) Cost is a consideration, but since this machine will (fingers crossed here) be a business investment, I want something reliable, robust, and able to do big prints, from 35mm and med. format negs. Maybe a large format camera is in my future? I will rebuild my darkroom around this enlarger, so compactness or lack thereof is not too much of a consideration. Well, any suggestions? Thanks, as always for excellent advice. Sid - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: A 35-70 f3.5-4.5 - comments?
HI I have this lens. It's an OK consumer zoom. But there is a lot of Barrel -/Pillow distortion (you can see it in the viewfinder). I too have asked the PDML group. It's nothing compared to the very sharp, excellent (discontinued) FA 4.0/28-70mm! I use mine for travelling with my Super A, when my Tokina 2.6-2.8 ATX PRO 28-70mm (which is allmost as sharp as the FA4.0, if you believe "Photodo" tests) is too heavy or huge. Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: ZX-5n and accessories for sale
Hi Ron IMO there is no doubt. You should piece it out! This way more bidders will participate. For custumers who want a package deal, you might add to the description: Please watch my other auctions. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: OT: Canon fast lenses (was: Re[2]: AdaptAll?)
Hi F1.0. Canon has made a 50mm f1.0. I saw (and handeled) a used one for sale for 2,400$ (half of a new one). They say it's not especially good. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Remote (was: Geography query)
Hi all Photography is an interesting subject. Let's just stick to that, please. BTW: I think there is a REMOTE possibility that the name Pentax is a "remote" brand in most peoples eyes. If we were to ask people in the steets all over the world, to name three camera brands, a very small percentage would include Pentax. They would probably remember theese Japanese brands best: Nikon, Canon, Minolta? Maybe some would even remeber some European brands like Leica, Rollei or Hasselblad! Well, so much for geography, and remote countries, as far as cameras are concerned! Best Regards Jens Denmark Which, BTW lies somewhere between Gteborg (Hasselblad) and Germany (Leica, Rollei) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Focus Rails
Hi Dave Very interesting. Like belloews with fixed magnification, right? I never saw such a gizmo. You might look for some tripod company, like www.manfrotto.com or www.gitzo.com Good luck/let us know Jens
RE: Wanted Super A plate and advice
Hi Mine is missing the cover too. I had a ME Super once. It had the cover. Since the same winder can be used fot both cameras, the cover must be the same. You might get a cover for a ME Super instead. Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: New user
Hi Donna Welcome to the group! Most Pentax accessories will fit the MX as well as other K-mount Pentax cameras. All lenses with K-bayonet i.e. A few specieal accessories were made for the MX. Different screens for the viewfinder and the MX-Winder. Take a look at Boz's site: www.phred.org/pentax/k/ God luck! Best Regards, Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Cheap zoom wide-angle
Hi Eduardo The following values are from FotoMagazin tests. The Tokina zoom AT-X AF PRO 20-35mm is rated 8.6 (optics) And it's still very expensive (1000$). The Voigtlnder 19-35mm is rated the same, but cost just one quarter (250$). Sigma 17-35mm EX AF is rated 8.4 and costs 775$. Pentax FA20-35mm/4.0 is rated 9.6 and cost 650$. (compared with - Nikkor AF D 3.5-4.5 /18-35mm is rated 9.0 at 700$). I don't know about Phoenix. IMO Pentax (or Voigtlnder) gives you the best value for money in this focal range. Best Regards Jens
RE: filmy desicion...nice title hun?
Hi Brent I'm not quite sure which films you are refering too. But Im sure they are too slow for many things/no tripod: If you are not too experienced you should not shoot proffessional film, since they must be exposed very, very accurate and stored at low/sertain temperatures. Use a good rugged, slide film like Fuji Sensia or Kodak Elite. (This advice was given to me by two pro photographers, who had just crossed Africa (Cairo-CapeTown) on motorbikes). If you're out for wild life, use fast film, because the animals are the most active at sundown, not during the daytime. I just spent three weeks in South Africa (december/summertime). I only brought 100ASA film. I had to have some of them pushed to 400ASA, loosing sharpness. Even 400ASA is too slow for some lenses. Bring some 400ASA and even faster film. Use FAST lenses. Go for lenses like 1.4-2.8. Zooms like 3.5-5.6 you should leave at home, but bring a PS camera with with a zoom, loaded with print film for the "family album". Good luck! Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: OT: Ilford film choice
Hi Tom Sorry - I should have said: .over exposure reduces contrast. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: OT: Ilford film choice
Hi Tom I can't help wondering if your problem lies in developing, rather than printing. Your cat pictures have very high contast. One way of dealing with this is to stop development halfway through. Exchange the developer with plain water for a few minutes. Then exchange the water with thr developer again and proceed as if nothing has happened. This procedure will reduce the contrast and make printing easy (normal). Best Regards Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af tom Sendt: 10. februar 2001 04:37 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: OT: Ilford film choice Shel Belinkoff wrote: Maybe I can learn something from your problems. At what EI do you expose Delta 100, and under what lighting conditions? What developer have you used? Time/temp/agitation? I shot these back before I had a darkroom or was doing my own processing, so these are all (3 rolls?) at EI 100, souped in TMAX, which is what my lab used for everything. The *one* beautiful neg I was talking about was shot in diffuse lighting conditions, and this is the neg that got me thinking I should try and work with this stuff. Last week I shot a 'test' roll - basically pictures of my cat (just about perfectly 18% gray), heavily backlit. I shot at 100, souped in FX39 at 1:19 for 16.5 minutes. 1:19 is a fairly dilute for FX-39, so I was hoping for a little compensation. The backlit areas were pretty well blown out...there's a bit of detail, but maybe beyond my abilities to print. Paterson gives 2 times for development for each film, one for a .57 curve, one for .7. 16.5 minutes is about in-between. I'll probably dial it down to 14 minutes next time. I also plan to try XTOL...Aaron has been spazzing about Studional, so I may try that too, since it seems to be pretty versatile. Some people (Mike? ;) ) may think all this fiddling around is futile, but I find it to be kind of fun. tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: OT: Ilford film choice
Hi Shel I forgot to mention, that I think that by just reducing dev. time, as suggested, you will just get a weaker negative, not more "colour" in the shadows (on the contrary). The cat pictures are indeed very difficut, as for most back lit scenes, the contast in the main subject tends to be rather low (often considered somehow charming). It seems Tom wants both - detailed, printable higlights behind/above the cat as well as god contrast and a lot of tones, drawing the fur of the the cat. He might use a white screen (fill in) to brighten the subject next time. He might also consider printing the diffent parts of the picture using diffenrent multigrade filters. It can be done. "Fine printers" do this alot, so I've read. Buttom line is, that a "perfect" negative allways seems to be the best way to get great prints, isn't it? Jens Jens Bladt wrote: I can't help wondering if your problem lies in developing, rather than printing. Your cat pictures have very high contast. One way of dealing with this is to stop development halfway through. Exchange the developer with plain water for a few minutes. Then exchange the water with thr developer again and proceed as if nothing has happened. This procedure will reduce the contrast and make printing easy (normal). Hi, Jens ... I've never heard of such a technique, and I'd be concerned that it wouldn't be repeatable. A better approach would be to just cut back on development time, adjust the agitation, or a combination of both. What's the advantage of your technique? Where'd you learn it? -- Shel Belinkoff mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: OT: Ilford film choice
Hi Mike It is true, that many great photographs origin in the concept of controling the whole process: Exposure, film, development, printing. Where can we find this program by Phil Davis? Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
SV: OT OT OT OT OT Re: Goup Project
Hi all God I hate this thread! Did you know that a lot (a lot!) of the people living in America (North or South) are really from Europe, Africa or Asia not many generations ago! Please consentrate On Topic: Pentax/photography! -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Peter Alling Sendt: 10. februar 2001 20:13 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: OT OT OT OT OT Re: Goup Project --- "JeffW." [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: on 2/9/01 10:31 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gee, I thought you were a rebellious province of Mexico before we took you in. Bob - No, we were an independant Republic. And the treaty gave Texas the right to I think that view depends on weather you are Mexican or not. split into up to 5 states. Now wouldn't that make everybody in Oklahoma and all the yankees mad! JeffW. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . __ Do You Yahoo!? Get personalized email addresses from Yahoo! Mail - only $35 a year! http://personal.mail.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: News from PMA - MZ-S and other stuff
Hi The 1st Z1 only gave 2fps. Maybe there will be a MZ-Sn in a couple of years! This wouldn't be the first time (ME-Super,SFXn,MZ5-n) Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: OT: Ilford film choice
Hi Mike Mike wrote: Well, okay, but reemmber you _have_ to get the test negs developed to the same CI, and you _have_ to use a densitometer to confirm this--the results are meaningless if you just do it by eye and don't match contrast. I have no doubt that the difference will not have to be measured, but can easily be detected by the human eye. (I allways use mine to judge a picture, anyway). Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
SV: News from PMA - MZ-S and other stuff
Hi Tom and all The question (big decision) for me is: When will high quality digital cameras (10-20MP) be possible and affordable (1000-2000$)? Untill then I'll use 24x36mm Pentax cameras as well as 6x6. Jens My big decision sometime in the future is: do I get a 67II or a 645. The obvious advantages to the 645 are the AF and the data imprinting (to me at least). On the other hand, the 67II has a much larger frame size than the 645 , which is the major reason for going to medium-format to begin with... so... Tom - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
SV: 100 ISO @ 800! Help needed
Hi Gianfranco If I were You (believe me, I've been there) I'd contact Fuji and ask if they can push it three stops. Regards Jens Hi everybody, There are times - very few times - when I hate my LX... and myself. I was taking pictures of a session of rehearsal with my LX and Z-1p, both with T-MAX 400 and the metering set to 800; when the film in the LX went over, I loaded the camera with a roll of Fuji Neopan, certain that it was a Neopan 400... Well, it wasn't. It is a Neopan 100, and now I wonder what can be done to have the film acceptably developed. Anybody has experiences of this kind to share? Thanks in advance, Gianfranco Get free email and a permanent address at http://www.netaddress.com/?N=1 - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: MZ-S viewfinder magnification
Hello Mafud True, I agree. I myself tend to shoot an increasing ammount of 6x6. I never really liked square pictures. So, I use my Pentagon/Rolleiflex as if they were a 645, that I don't need to turn to get portrait/landscape format. I think I'd prefere 100% coverage. For some jobs it's nice to know what's in the picture, and what is not. The eyepoint discussion may be about glasses (Is it?). People who are wearing glasses, want to be able to see the whole frame too. Very understandable. I believe some of the fuzz is about us wanting our "idol" camera to be perfect! Even if we do not buy one, we want to be able to say: Look what Pentax can do, isn't that great! (By the way, I own a Pentax too!). I don't feel this way. If I did, I'd buy a Leica R8 or M6 (and probably leave it on a shelf in an insured cupboard, while shooting whith my Pentax Z1p or, hopefully, my brand new MZ-S). Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Pentax MZ-S makes sense
Hi all A lot have been said. Sales figures will say even more.. I believe Pentax has seen the light! The 35mm SLR market is shrinking or even dieing. PJ's will want digital cameras. Others want PS, digital PS or Medium Format. Still its possible to market small, durable, nifty, capable SLRs for pros (other than the PJs) and for advanced amateurs/semi pros. Building a huge F5-like 35mm SLR, that can do anything, can only be done successfully if you already have A LOT of buyers that just need a new body - e.i. Nikon/Canon. If Pentax did that, it would be suicide. Pentax reaches the pro buyers through the 645n, the 67II and the new, small, durable, 6MP full frame SLR (if they manage to market new lenses). To me, the MZ-S makes perfect sense. If you guys need a state of the art 35mm SLR with lots of fast lenses to make a living, buy a Nikon or a Canon like the rest. So, stop whining for crying out loud - and buy a 67II, a MZ-S and the new digital twin. That's all you need. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Practisix IIa
Hi Albano Praktisix is an earlier (Nineteen Sixtees) type of Pentacon Six TL (Maunufactured until 1996, I think). I use Pentacon Six TL with two different viewfinders and Carl Zeiss Jena lenses (4.0/50mm, 2.8/80mm and 2.8/120mm) Excellent lenses. The camera has some peculiar "faults": You don't let the leaver slip back fast after advancing the film, you lead it slowly backwards. You never activate the self timer when shutter is not cocked. You never advance the film in several tempi (except when loading) - always use one continous movement. Some cameras suffer from the "overlapping frames disease". The Pentacon (Now makers of Exacta 66 with Schneider lenses) factory (Dresden, Germany) still services these cameras. I got a new viewfinder screen and a shutterspeed adjustment for apr. 100$. The Multi Coated (MC) lenses are of course best. I would go for the latets Pentacon Six TL if I were you. I have some links for you, hope they work. Please feel free to ask for more information. If you are in the market for one look at ebay. A guy named "Cupog" has a lot of P6 stuff up for sale. Jens Die Pentacon SIX - Familie.url http--www.smu.edu-~rmonagha-mf-FAQexakta.txt.url Pentacon 6 TL SLR Medium Format Camera- Page One of Six including Kiev 60 and Exakta 66 cameras.url PENTACON DRESDEN Kontaktaufnahme.url Praktisix-Pentacon Six the East German Medium Format System.url
RE: Pentax MZ-S makes sense
Hi Tiger Moses Good point. I think film will still be there for a long time. As long as a lot of people uses their analog cameras. A lot of dealers are offering prints made from digital camras. You can even post the files "on line" to you local shop and receive your prints by snail mail. Best Regards Jens Tiger Moses wrote: :only one comment about the move to DIGITAL Will people who don't use computers at home, want a digital camera at home, thinking on a global scale! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Fasten seatbelts: MZ-S price!!
Hi Price tag is not that importent. I think I spent 10,000-20,000$ photographing during the last eight-nine years (when I got the Z1). Hundreds of rolls, thousands of prints and slides. 100$ more or less is of no importens what so ever, as long as we enjoy working with the camera. The camera body is a small investment in the "Total Picture" Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Developing B/W Film w/ Mike J.
Hi I always use Paterson tanks. I have all sizes 1-5 rolls of 35mm film. In the buttom of the tank is written how many ml of developer is required for 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 rolls. I simply follow instructions (290ml/35mm roll - 500ml/120 roll). I use Ilford ID11, diluted 1+1 almost all the time. Of course I only develop several rolls simultanously, if they are exposed under similar conditions. (Films exposed in hard light (flash, direct sun) should be agitated less than fim exposed in diffused light). I think it's a good idea not to experiment too much. Once you've found your favorite developer, stick to it, get to really know it. A small trick.: Don't use tap water. Have clean water stored in a small container in the darkroom. This way it's very easy/fast to get the temperature right! Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: OT: Help with lighting setup
Hello Richard Sorry - Vicatec (Broncolor) comes from Switzerland, not France. Take a look here: http://www.visatec.com/visatec/light/frame.htm Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Subject: MZ-S spirit (was: MZ-S with LX durability?)
Hi Pl and all Pl wrote: "During the 90's we have almost only seen utterly vision-free cameras. The MZ-S does indeed have direction. Its a strong statement in design and features. Its equally strong statement as the MZ-5 was back in '95. Of course it won't suit all but neither does a camera along the lines of the EOS3 or the Z-1p; these cameras are compromised because they try do everything with danger of not doing anything particularly good." Except for your statement concerning the Z1-p, I think you've got that just right! (I still think PZ-1p's only serious draw back is the outdated AF) The design philosophy and ergonomic layout are - I believe - my reasons for using Pentax - as wellas the good glass, of course. Just think of the lens mount button, placed at the tip of the left hands second finger. I hope the MZ-S is even more ergonomic and photographer oriented than the Z1-p. I'm thinking of things like this: - Flash programs should leave the photographer in control of shutter speeds, - A flash should not out rule Pentax Functions, - Pentax Functions should not be substitutes for motive-programs, but strictly designed for personal adjustments (like leaving the film leader inside/outside, or adjusting ASA automatically/manually etc.). (BTW, IMO motive-programs like Action, Macro, Portrait, Landscape should not be present in a professional camera. After all, a photographer knows what to do in different situations!) Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: MZ-S 1/2 stop vs. 1/3 stop
Hi Judging from the pics, it's pretty obvious, that you can choose between bracketing in half or whole stops, dependig on which way you turn the dial. I guess you can put the "center picture" (on measurement) anywhere it goes within the interval of correction. Since very few people use the German scale "DIN" instead of "ASA", 1/3 steps are considered "outdated", I guess. (1/3 step equals one DIN). I like the Z1-p bracketing feature, though. Ir also allows, let's say 1.67 stops between exposures. I guess Pentax wants to get rid of the mode/menu/select type of handeling and make things more "analog" or "retro", which is coresponding well with the "MZ" philosophy. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Waterbath (Was: Ilford Film choise)
Hi all A few days ago the was a thread on this list about Ilford film and developing. I suggested that if development were interrupted by a waterbath, the negs would turn out softer/come out with less contrast. I promised to do some tests. I have done just that. I shot 24 frames (of white cups, backlit), exposing an Ilford FP4+ at 125 ASA by 1/180 sec./F8. I developed in ID11 1+1 for 7 minutes, 21 degrees Celsius. I cut the film in half. One half was developed normally. The development of other half was interupted after 4 minutes by a 3 minute waterbath, then developed again for the last 3 minutes. I have made prints, made exactly the same way. Difference? Very small! Almost zero! The normal negs have a little more density in the highlights (which was expected). By measuring the exact same place (darksest part of neg), I found that the exposure value (time) was 10% larger for the "normal" neg. In the brightest part of the negs, the exposure value was the same (naturally, since the film have no tone in the brightest parts). So, even though the "normal" negs were developed shorter time (no 3 minute waterbath/very, very thin solution), the density in the highlights is higher. So it seems like the waterbath works. But the difference is very small. Measurable? Yes! Visible?Hardly! (I guess developing in stock solution will show a larger difference). To reduce contrast, I think it's more effecient to over expose and under develop. To control the hightlights, as someone put it, we should not over develop (and perhaps don't use stock solution), and of course not over agitate. Best Regards, Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: TTL PENTAX camera bodies
Hi TTL-flash means that the CAMERA, not the FLASH controls the flash duration - with a dedicated flash. To do so, the camera must have a measuring device somewhere inside - to be able to measure Throught The Lens, right? Super-A/Super Program does. LX does. Only high end cameras does. I found out that PZ-1 also features TTL flash in Manual Mode, which is very useful! This has nothing to do with focusing methods what so ever. Some N's have 3D flash measuring, which means that the flash duration AOT depends on the actual focus distance (I think), but that's another story. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PMA announcement reference to new lenses
Hi Pl and others! Of course Pentax will make new lenses. haven't the always? - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PZ-1p
Thanks, Gianfranco! HAMA's don't (I almost hate Hama products, anyway1) Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Gianfranco Irlanda Sendt: 19. februar 2001 00:24 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: PZ-1p Jens Bladt [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: the camera hot-shoe does not accept standard hot-shoe adaptors. I had to make a small cut-away in the front of the "foot". How do you guys connect a studio flash? Jens Hi Jens, I usually use a Rowi adapter that fits nice in the hotshoe of all my cameras without problems. Gianfranco Get free email and a permanent address at http://www.netaddress.com/?N=1 - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Geography Poll General Results!
Hi Chris Great job! BTW: Shouldn't "Japan" be Nipon? Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Yashica TL Electro-X and Pentax Screwmount lenses
Hi Mark This Yashica was my first SLR. Nice camera except the fact that you measure light with aperture shot down. I remember borrowing a Pentax screwmount 35mm lens for it. So, they can be used allright. I still have pictures on my wall, made with this combo. (I think the reason why I switched to Pentax are theese pictures - they came out very nicely). Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: MZ-S hands on!
Hi The largest Digital PS Nikons (900 something) are also maganesium. It's difficult to tell it's not plastic! Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Tom Rittenhouse Sendt: 21. februar 2001 18:21 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: MZ-S hands on! Well it sure is not bare metal. I did not try to scratch it or anything. The frame is magnesium. But the covers don't feel like it. I got the impression you could hammer nails with the thing, how rugged do you think a camera needs to be? Paul C wrote: "The exterior is plastic but he swears that the frame is magnesium." Plastic? Are you sure? The press release talked of a "magnesium diecast material, which is lighter in weight than most other metals and more durable than plastics or resins." I hope that it turns out to be metal, since that was one of the biggest selling points for me. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Ergonomics
Hi I don't totally disagree :-). The PZ1/PZ1-p are by fare my most used cameras. I just like tho think the MZ-S is even better in this respect. Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af John Francis Sendt: 20. februar 2001 22:52 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: Ergonomics Jens Bladt wrote: Imagine setting the camera (a PZ-1p) to: HYP program Highspeed AE. Continuos filmadvance Manal Focus Centerweight/spot meetering 1 stop + correction The "subject" will be long gone before your'e ready to even start shooting!!! I think this is one of the reasons why many of us still use "old" cameras. It's a lot faster to set my PZ-1p that way than it is to set up my MX or Super Program to do the same thing . . . And it's a heck of a lot faster for me to grab my PZ-1p and get a shot of something unexpected than it is for me to do it with my MX; by the time I've adjusted the focus and the exposure, the "subject" is long gone. I think this is one of the reasons why many of us use "new" cameras :-) -- John Francis [EMAIL PROTECTED] Silicon Graphics, Inc. (650)933-82952011 N. Shoreline Blvd. MS 43U-991 (650)932-0828 (Fax) Mountain View, CA 94043-1389 Hello. My name is Darth Vader. I am your father. Prepare to die. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
SV: Info on ME Super and K1000 needed
Hi These are both very nice cameras. If I were you, I'd consider a P30t as well. This has Programed autoexposure as well. But IMO Super A/Program is one of the finest cameras made by Pentax. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Camera Bag......
Hello Dosk A lot of fine bags are available. I am especially fond of my LowePro Reporter 300 AW. It,s approx. 100$ and you can buy small, aditional bags to mount on it - for flashes, telephoto lenses, exposed film or whatever. It also has two build-in rain coats - one at the top for just a little rain and one heavy raincoat for showers. It's rather well made and not as expensive as some other brands. It offers extreemly good value for money. I love mine a lot. Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af dosk Sendt: 23. februar 2001 23:44 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Camera Bag.. Can anyone recommend a good camera bag that would be large enough (and small enough) to carry, let's say, a PZ and a ZX body, along with 4 lenses? (I'm leaving myself some room for future expansion here...) Something less than $100?? All responses appreciated. Dosk - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: TTL exp. with Z-1p , FTZ 500 and another flash ?
Hello Adrian I've used several flashes simultaneously: It's always risky to use different flashes that are differently controled at the same time. Alin said that the second flash is not controled by the camera. That's true, but the light from the second flash may affect (control) the camera/camera flash (AF500FTZ) and cause the latter to give less light (the camera cuts off the flash duration earlier than it would otherwise). I'm sure the measuring cell in the camera can't tell from which flash the light came. If the second flash is weaker than the AF500FTZ it may not ruin the total exposure, it may just enlight other parts of the subject. If the second flash is too powerfull, it will act as mainlight, while the camera flash will act as fill-in. I have often used two flashes this way: The lagest flash bounced off the ceiling, the smaller flash directly at the subject. This gives you a "softer" (not so sharp) more natural looking scene. Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Tech'nal Questions for PZ1p owners....
Hi I think the value of the power zoom is often underestimated. As I'm working as a technician (architect) I find it very usefull. The power zoom functions allow me to photograph many different objects - like a door handle, a window hinge etc. so that all the shots will come out in the same measure. This is really nice for documentary work, for reports etc. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Z-1p TTL flash question
Hello It's not quite that simple. I have done some tests. When a dedicated flash is turned on, the PZ-1p chooses an exposure, that consideres the ambient light. But it still chooses an exposure that will undeerexpose the backgound a little: If you turn off the flash, you'll se that it chooses an EV a little larger. I have an SB mode on my dedicated Metz AF Spot Beam adaptor (which I BTW also use with a Metz 45 CT4+converter). When I select the SB mode, the Z1-p acts as if no flash was connected, allowing more exposure to the background. I use this for "Slow Flash" (a feature that is missing on the Z1-p!!!???): It means, that the shutter speed is determied by the ambient light, the aperture by the flash (also known as "BBB" or "3B" = Blitz Besstimt Blende). Translated to English it could be something like "FDA" - Flash Determins Aperture). How do you guys cheat the PZ1-p to do Slow Flash? Jens Len WROTE: Hmmm. I also have two flashes, an AF500FTZ and a Metz 45CT4 (with module and converter for full TTL). I'll have to see what happens. What shutter speed does your PZ-1p select? There's a Pentax Function that tells the camera to either meter for ambient light or set shutter speed at 1/250th. I suspect that yours is set up to meter for ambient and chooses 1/30th at f/2 in low light. I'll try to set up the same conditions with my stuff. I also have a 43mm f/1.9 Ltd. Len --- -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Alan Chan Sent: Saturday, February 24, 2001 8:36 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Z-1p TTL flash question I have never used TTL flash in program mode much so I have never paid much attention to this feature. Until yesterday, I have discovered the auto aperture would be set quite differently by two different flashes - Metz 40MZ3i and Pentax AF200T. With the 40MZ3i, the chosen aperture was f2 while the AF200T chose f8. The lens was 43/1.9. Any idea why? regards, Alan Chan __ ___ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: MZ-S Is It Worth It !
Hi Paul and all I think the question should be: Are your pictures worth it? Are your lenses worth it?(!) First: Our slides and prints cost the same either you make them with a 10$ PS or a 1000$ SLR. The cost of the camera is a smal percentage anyway (that is if you take more tahn just a few). All well known cameras are very good. It doesn't matter if it's a Canon, Nikon, Minolta, Leica, Contax, Sigma or Pentax. All of them can produce excellent pictures. It is done every day. What matters is that you like the product philosophy, the design, user interface, accessories, lenses, corperate policy etc., etc. Most Pentax cameras will last 10, 20, 30 years. If you like Pentax gear - use it, buy it. A MZ-S will cost less than two colorprints a day! Second: I think Pl has a point. If you allready own lenses worth 10 times the cost of a the new body, it is good economic sense to upgrade the body once in a while. Buying a new body will not only increase the value of your lenses for you, but also the market value. (That's probably one of the reasons we all want Pentax to make a new killer body - even if we don't buy one. It will help sustain the market value of all our lenses and accessories in general). If no one is buying the new bodies, the value of our lenses will decrease rapidly (we can buy cheap lenses for a few years, but then what?) If you don't like your Pentax lenses, don't wait for a new body to make up for it - change brand now! If you like them, buy a new body from time to time. Third: I think the MZ-S is going to be a succes. It completes the current, best selling MZ line-up. It improves the PZ-1p user interfase by simplifying some of the best PZ-1p features as well as adding others (like 6 point AF). It has improved durability. It may not have the versatility of the LX or the PZ1-p but it will be a nice analog match to the new digital version. It's a compromise, yes. But isn't it a clever one? It is not what some of us hoped for - a new come-back to the 35mm pro scene. Those days are gone, I'm afraid. The pro-scene is going to be digital and MF. But it sure is a nice gesture to all of us who like/use the 35mm lenses. It's an offer to those, who want to use the lenses for Full Frame Digital Photography. (It is also sustaining the 35mm lens market, in case the digital version doesn't sell). It's like a bridge (as well as an insurance) between history and the future. I still think the MZ-S makes perfect sence. I'll buy one, it'll be worth it! Best Regards Jens
RE: OT: Hasselblad
Hi I only have used (rented) Hassies a few times for pro work. I agree with Mike - it's a tripod camera. I once brought a Hassie for air photography... That was a mistake. To hard to handle. For private purposes I use Pentacon Six, since I couldn't afford a Pentax 6x7. The Pentacon reminds me a little of the Pentax, because it's build like a 35mm SLR. Just like Mike I'm not much of a 6x6 guy. I think of it as a 645, that hasn't got to be turned to do "portrait" or "landscape" photos. I have even made a mask for the viewfinder that shows me a 1:1 format. One thing is nice about 6x6, though: It's easy to get access to slide projectors and enlargers that can do 6x6. I think it's difficult to get hold of 6x7 projectors or enlargers, isn't it?. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: AE vs A
Gabor wrote: The Tamron's AE setting is the same as Pentax's A. I think the problem is with your K adapter, it should be a KA instead. Hi Gabor I have a Tamron lens with AE posstion. Would you suggest it works as "A" with, let's say an Adaptall-2 mount - or what? Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
SV: OT: Tokina 28-70 ATX-Pro 2.8 Opinions?
Hi Here it's aprox. 700$ new. I get got a discount and paid aprox. 525$. It's an excellent lens. Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: MZ-S stincks ???
Pentax Clover wrote: I do not understand How you can choose a speed on this MZ-S As far as I understand, you simply turn the Select Dial. If the Aperture is in A-position, the aperture will re adjust according to the program's choise. If not, you'll be going in Manual (you choose exposure value). This is exactly how PZ1-p works in HyP mode. Jens _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Delta 100 in ID-11
Hi Shel Sounds odd! BTW I think ID11 is an excellent choise. It gives you better visible grain, better than ILFOTEC HC (recommended by Ilford I think), which is very dence/grainless. Make shure you look at the right film. Ilford often gives you different times for 35mm and 120/220 film. In my book it's 8 min (ID11 1+1, 20 degrees C.). I think both film and developer is changed a little from time to time. That could be the reason for the confusion. Try to look at www.ilford.com Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: IF button on PZ-1p
Hi IF = Interactive Function Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Tiger Moses Sendt: 2. marts 2001 16:10 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: IF button on PZ-1p IF you look at my original post, its not the function I'm looking for but what do the letters I F stand for. Why isn't it MR for MODE RETURN/METER READ At 10:44 PM 3/1/01 -0300, you wrote: Tiger, go to the page 46 of the manual. It returns the camera to the Hyper Programmed AE Mode. If you are in Hyper Manual, depresing IF gives you the correct exposure. HTH Martin -Original Message- From: Tiger Moses [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thursday, March 01, 2001 6:10 PM Subject: IF button on PZ-1p Just curious, what does the IF actually stand for, dont see it anywhere in the manual. My guess is Instant something I dont need to know what it does, I just want to know what IF stand for! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: BW (push, bath)
Hi Frantisek I, for one, was posting something about a waterbath intermezzo. I made some tests. I concluded, that it had an effect, but very small, measureable but hardly visible. Comming to think of it, I understand now, that the waterbath also means a slight increase of the total developing time, resulting in the opposit effect - more contrast. When using the waterbath - let's say for two minutes - I increase the effective developing time with e.i. half a minute. I should probably reduce the effective developing time (in working solution developer) accordingly. I didn't. Remember, taht the main issue, about reducing contrast, lies in exposure as well as developing. Please note: Underexposure/overdevelop = more contrast. Overexpose/underdevelop = less contrast (less sharpness). What you do when you push, is realy underexposing/overdeveloping, which increases contrast. An idea for you to try out, could be to "overexpose" a little. That is, instead of setting the meter to e.i. 800 ASA, you could try to set the meter at 500ASA or 640ASA (1/3-1/2 stop) and then still develop "normaly" as if you shot at 800ASA. This should lead to decreased contrast. I have not tried this, but it might work. Best Regards Jens - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: IF button on PZ-1p
Fact (the original bruchure for Z1 says so)! Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af Tiger Moses Sendt: 2. marts 2001 16:18 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: RE: IF button on PZ-1p Fact or Guess? Thanks At 10:32 PM 3/1/01 -0500, you wrote: Interactive Function. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Tiger Moses Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2001 4:07 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: IF button on PZ-1p Just curious, what does the IF actually stand for, dont see it anywhere in the manual. My guess is Instant something I dont need to know what it does, I just want to know what IF stand for! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PUG comments Part VII
I Chris Thanks for commenting. The picture came out darker than expected. The print I have on my wall, shows much better skintone. Originally the shot showed Sigurt and his sister (to the right), leaning their heads to oneanother. That's the main reason for his relaxed expression. I took her away in Picture Publisher (as well as the background) and redesigned his denim shirt (right side). I guess the watercolor makes up for my lack of drawing skills. The original shot is very different. I'm not sure you'd like it! ( Its on my homepage - www.jensbladt.freeservers.com as well as this picture without the watercolor) I love his expression so much, I just had to make some use of this ordenary snapshot. (BTW I have just ordered scans from some of my best South Africa slides - for future PUG's..) Jens Chris wrote: " Siguwater " by Jens Bladt, Denmark Hi, Jens. You know, it's a good pose and nice cropping, but I can't help but feel that I'd like the original more than the digitally edited version. I don't know that this particular filter really added anything to the image. It's obviously a personal preference thing (like all of my suggestions), but I'm not fond of the texture of the skin tones, though I must admit to liking the hair (except for that puzzle piece sticking out on the left hand side). :) I think that there's a lot that you can do with this photo; I'm just not sure that you've found the best filter or combination of filters yet. Keep playing! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
SV: On the topic of the 67II (was Re: Pros don't use Pentax...)
Hi I have talked to pro's that use a polaroid back. They have a body especially for this back. Jens -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]P; vegne af [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sendt: 4. marts 2001 08:05 Til: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Emne: Re: On the topic of the 67II (was Re: Pros don't use Pentax...) In a message dated 3/3/2001 10:59:48 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Mafud has the 67II, he could tell us if the back is easily removed or not. NOT! But I'm a real coward, even with the ease of removing the backs on PENTAX 35mm bodies. This digital NPC back: how much? More than the expected price of the new PENTAX digital? Then again, I'm still not sold on (small format) digital, though it fits in medium format camera bodies. Mafud - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
