PESO: Caught in the moment

2010-08-22 Thread Michael Hamilton
One of a hundred or so photos taken of my daughter one morning. http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4115/4911274667_149f907ec5_b.jpg K-7, 16-50 f/2.8, etc... -- -- Michael Hamilton -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from

Re: PESO: Lake Edith, Jasper National Park

2010-07-17 Thread Michael Hamilton
PM, Michael Hamilton mhp...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/MH100518.jpg This is one of the few 'serious' photographic attempts that I've made in a while. It's inspired by those photos that are often found in mountain resort lodges, such as the Jasper Park Lodge where I

Re: PESO - In Another World

2010-07-17 Thread Michael Hamilton
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Re: Peso Anno sensei bowing

2010-07-17 Thread Michael Hamilton
, and the feeling of traditional Japanese austerity. Comments? I prefer the first crop. The space in front of the kneeling man gives more breathing room. Nice peaceful tone in the image... -- Michael Hamilton -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo

Re: PESO - World on a Chair on a Stick

2010-07-17 Thread Michael Hamilton
. It is very busy and the large size helps with viewing. I'd even like a larger size to appreciate. -- -- Michael Hamilton -- 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

PESO: These boots....

2010-07-17 Thread Michael Hamilton
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/Charlotteboots.jpg A quick photo taken before she realized what was going on... The boots were my wife's when she was a child. :) -- Michael Hamilton -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Re: PESO - En stol. Nede på brygga.

2010-07-17 Thread Michael Hamilton
a hard time with the lamp post. It's very heavy and pulls away from the rest of the image. For me, it's one of those if only... photos. :) -- -- Michael Hamilton -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit

Re: PESO(s) Lens Testing

2010-07-17 Thread Michael Hamilton
and follow the directions. -- -- Michael Hamilton -- 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: PESO: These boots....

2010-07-17 Thread Michael Hamilton
/images/Charlotteboots-2.jpg Also, comments/critique welcome. -- Michael Hamilton -- 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: PESO: Lake Edith, Jasper National Park

2010-07-16 Thread Michael Hamilton
On Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 9:07 AM, Ann Sanfedele ann...@nyc.rr.com wrote: Michael Hamilton wrote: http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/MH100518.jpg This is one of the few 'serious' photographic attempts that I've made in a while. It's inspired by those photos that are often found in mountain

This changes everything.

2010-07-15 Thread Michael Hamilton
You may not remember me, but I am returning to this list. My photography has taken a back seat to a few things recently, but my inspiration seems to be returning. I just traded a FA43 for a DA* 16-50 (waiting for it to arrive). It's my first zoom lens in ages. (Currently using K-7, DA14, DA21 and

Re: This changes everything.

2010-07-15 Thread Michael Hamilton
remember that?) Mike (from Edmonton) On Thu, Jul 15, 2010 at 7:48 PM, Daniel J. Matyola danmaty...@gmail.com wrote: Congratulation!  That is a very nice start to your baby album.  And yes, this does change everything. Dan On Thu, Jul 15, 2010 at 5:36 PM, Michael Hamilton mhp...@gmail.com wrote

PESO: Lake Edith, Jasper National Park

2010-07-15 Thread Michael Hamilton
to take, and I want to get better at it. What do you think? -- Michael Hamilton -- 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: PESO: Lake Edith, Jasper National Park

2010-07-15 Thread Michael Hamilton
favourite photograph to take, and I want to get better at it. What do you think? -- Michael Hamilton -- 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: 2007 Lens Roadmap In English

2006-09-21 Thread Michael Hamilton
! It's for sale! Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net

Re: 2007 Lens Roadmap In English

2006-09-21 Thread Michael Hamilton
even know one existed. But if that's a kit lens (and it looks it) the 18-55 is sortof it's replacement (being not quite as long). The 18-55 is about 5 steps up from the 28-90. It's at least got a metal mount... Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca -- PDML Pentax

OT: Exchange rates

2006-05-09 Thread Michael Hamilton
On 9-May-06, at 5:43 PM, Paul Stenquist wrote: The strength of the Canadian dollar is a good thing. Canadian purchases of American goods have increased considerably. You're right about that, Paul! I just bought two lenses on Saturday based on the great exchange rate that I could get. I

Re: FS: Pentax MEF + AF 35-70 f/2.8

2006-05-08 Thread Michael Hamilton
On 8-May-06, at 2:04 AM, Derby Chang wrote: Michael Hamilton wrote: http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=7617246606 Take a look! :) Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca Oh, that's a lovely kit. I wish my MEF came with the historic lens. BTW

Good deal on SD cards

2006-05-08 Thread Michael Hamilton
BestBuy.ca is currently selling Kingston SD 512mb cards for $60 less $21 instant rebate and $30 mail-in rebate - which works out to $9. Note: it's Bestbuy.ca Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca

Re: PESO - Boy with Camera

2006-05-07 Thread Michael Hamilton
On 7-May-06, at 10:00 AM, Kenneth Waller wrote: She said that he takes the hobby seriously. Yeah, but he's chimping! Hm, doesn't look like a Canon to me... but i could be wrong, Kenneth. Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca - Original Message - From

Re: PESO - Boy with Camera

2006-05-07 Thread Michael Hamilton
. ;) Mike [Original Message] From: Michael Hamilton On 7-May-06, at 10:00 AM, Kenneth Waller wrote: She said that he takes the hobby seriously. Yeah, but he's chimping! Hm, doesn't look like a Canon to me... but i could be wrong, Kenneth. http://home.earthlink.net/~morepix

List ettiquette

2006-05-07 Thread Michael Hamilton
I've got an auction on Ebay for a Pentax camera + lens. Is it acceptable to post a link on this list to my auction? I know people post things for sale on the list, I'm just not sure if this is proper. Thanks! Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca

FS: Pentax MEF + AF 35-70 f/2.8

2006-05-07 Thread Michael Hamilton
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=7617246606 Take a look! :) Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca

PESO: 2000th shot!

2006-05-07 Thread Michael Hamilton
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Re: PESO: 2000th shot!

2006-05-07 Thread Michael Hamilton
On 7-May-06, at 11:02 PM, Boris Liberman wrote: Hi! Thankfully, this shot didn't harm anything. Birds jaunt from a tree outside my window to a feeder on my porch. Your photos have inspired me to take some of my own! Thanks! http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/images/2000.jpg tech: *istDS;

Re: Super WA/Fisheye recommendations

2006-05-06 Thread Michael Hamilton
it to be as flexible as possible (not Lensbaby-type flexible). While 20mm isn't super wide for my DS, it's pretty much as wide as I currently have (18-55mm). The Zenitar 16 will do a decent job of that, even if it's Fisheye. Thanks, all. Now I can properly enable myself... Michael Hamilton

Re: Re; A Zoom for the istDS

2006-05-05 Thread Michael Hamilton
Hm, Shel. I've got a FA 28-90 3.5-4.6 that I'm looking to get rid of... Never mind the cheap plastic mount or the loose focus ring... ;) Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca On 5-May-06, at 8:44 PM, Joseph Tainter wrote: What might be a good compliment to the FA

Super WA/Fisheye recommendations

2006-05-05 Thread Michael Hamilton
is appreciated! Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca

Re: PESO - My First PESO

2006-05-03 Thread Michael Hamilton
On 3-May-06, at 12:30 AM, Boris Liberman wrote: Hi! Michael, the b/w version is less unsuccessful than the original color one. Yet both seem (at least to me) to lack the evident point of focus. It is customary to have at least one eye of a portrayed person to be in focus. You seem to

Re: PESO - My First PESO

2006-05-03 Thread Michael Hamilton
can't be more positive, but keep working on it. Paul Okay, thanks for your advice! I think I'll just re-shoot the photo for a bit more focus/dof and a better angle. Then I'l start again. Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca

Re: PESO - My First PESO, The Second Edition

2006-05-03 Thread Michael Hamilton
I'm quite happy with the tips that Godfrey provided me. Here is my second edition of my BW post-processing. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/?p=106 Thoughts? Comments? Critiques? Are the eyes too front and center now? Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca On 3

Re: PESO - My First PESO, The Second Edition

2006-05-03 Thread Michael Hamilton
I'm quite happy with the tips that Godfrey provided me. Here is my second edition of my BW post-processing. http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/?p=106 Thoughts? Comments? Critiques? Are the eyes too front and center now? Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca On 3

PESO - My First PESO

2006-05-02 Thread Michael Hamilton
the lightness of the spectrum. Added some noise. Tips? Honesty? Brutality? Thanks. Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca

Re: Don't all rush at once

2006-04-20 Thread Michael Hamilton
Apparently, even the seller doesn't know. I'm waiting to see the photo before i bid... ;) Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca On 20-Apr-06, at 5:42 PM, Sunny Chung wrote: I still have no idea what the item is.. lol

Re: Aurora Watch

2006-04-14 Thread Michael Hamilton
http://www.michaelhamilton.ca/?p=100 Last week, in northern Alberta, Canada. Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca On 14-Apr-06, at 3:21 PM, Patrice LACOUTURE (GMail) wrote: My Aurora predictions are always accurate. I live in southern France, and each

Re: Aurora Watch

2006-04-14 Thread Michael Hamilton
seen one in the flesh (so to say), and I've always wondered how bright it can be. Any technical details (aperture/exposure time...) for me to get an idea? That was f/5.6 and a 25 second exposure, 800 iso with my DS. Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.michaelhamilton.ca

Re: Aurora Watch

2006-04-14 Thread Michael Hamilton
On 14-Apr-06, at 4:39 PM, Patrice LACOUTURE (GMail) wrote: Michael Hamilton a écrit : However, too bad you were right under it. I'm not sure what you mean. The aurora trail goes right up, just like you're right under its path. One appeaing to pass sideways (some kind of diagonal) would

Re: Autofocus with Manual Lenses

2006-04-12 Thread Michael Hamilton
I just bought the Pentax AF 35-70 for my MEF. It really feels complete now! I'm not sure, though, what you mean by Autofocus with manual lenses. The AF 35-70 is a manual lens (no A position), and it autofocuses... Is that what you mean? Michael Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] http