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Jean Poitiers · 02-22-2014, 07:35 AM

Originally posted by Brand X

What's this? Racer has ANOTHER CAMERA? News to me. Good thing you're in that truck and not here.

Funny ... and glad my wife isn't like that ... but then again, I now "forget" to inform her of things like that ...

J

Racer X 69 · 02-22-2014, 09:04 AM

Originally posted by Brand X

What's this? Racer has ANOTHER CAMERA?

News to me.

Good thing you're in that truck and not here.

Ruh, roh!

Oh well, there's gonna be plenty of time for you to cool off. And then I'll take your picture!

**dadipentak** · 02-22-2014, 11:17 AM

Originally posted by Racer X 69

And then I'll take your picture!

Careful! I've discovered that improvements in sharpness are not always appreciated by female portrait subjects in my family.

Racer X 69 · 02-22-2014, 12:03 PM

Originally posted by dadipentak

Careful! I've discovered that improvements in sharpness are not always appreciated by female portrait subjects in my family.

Ah yes, I know.

Although I rarely do photos of people, and most of the time it is candid work, when I do endeavor to make a portrait I draw on the techniques learned from studying the subject. Also, when the time comes to show the work to her, only the best are selected.

Jean Poitiers · 02-22-2014, 12:13 PM

Originally posted by dadipentak

Careful! I've discovered that improvements in sharpness are not always appreciated by female portrait subjects in my family.

Possible solution? => https://www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/SMC-Pentax-K-85mm-F2.2-Soft-Lens.html

... or another "soft" ... would love to try one out. J

jtkratzer · 02-23-2014, 12:26 PM

Updated the firmware from 1.00 to 1.06. Definitely notice the AF improvements in the speed. Haven't had much time to shoot with it to confirm accuracy, but I'm guessing that's going to be just fine. Looking forward to taking shots of the kids running around to see the improvement on moving subjects.

Racer X 69 · 02-23-2014, 09:02 PM

Originally posted by jtkratzer

Updated the firmware from 1.00 to 1.06. Definitely notice the AF improvements in the speed. Haven't had much time to shoot with it to confirm accuracy, but I'm guessing that's going to be just fine. Looking forward to taking shots of the kids running around to see the improvement on moving subjects.

I guess I should update he firmware on mine too.

So here are the first shots from the new camera: Racer Shares The First Shots With The New K5IIs

Last edited by Racer X 69; 02-23-2014 at 09:14 PM.

jtkratzer · 02-23-2014, 09:10 PM

Originally posted by Racer X 69

I guess I should update he firmware on mine too.

So here are the first shots from the new camera:

Where?

Racer X 69 · 02-23-2014, 09:16 PM

Originally posted by jtkratzer

Where?

Try again. I had second thoughts and went back to edit the post.

Hey, when you live life at the speed of light, things happen quick!

jtkratzer · 02-23-2014, 09:59 PM

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Try again. I had second thoughts and went back to edit the post.

Hey, when you live life at the speed of light, things happen quick!

I know what you mean. I was faster to read your post looking for pics than you were editing it. I see the link now.

**jeffshaddix** · 02-23-2014, 10:11 PM

Nice choice Racer - it'll serve you well. I view my K-5iis as the last APS-C camera I'll need (c'mon Pentax don't make me eat those words).

If you enjoy digital darkroom work like I do, you'll be very pleased with the ISO 80 14-bit raw files - truly splendid!

Racer X 69 · 02-23-2014, 11:02 PM

Originally posted by jtkratzer

I know what you mean. I was faster to read your post looking for pics than you were editing it. I see the link now.

I know, sorry.

Same thing happened to me the other day. I tried to respond to a post by another member and it was weird because he did like I did this evening, and was editing the post.

Originally posted by jeffshaddix

Nice choice Racer - it'll serve you well.

Thanks!

And from what I have read it should. Based on my short bit of experience this far it will not disappoint.

Originally posted by jeffshaddix

I view my K-5iis as the last APS-C camera I'll need (c'mon Pentax don't make me eat those words).

Time will tell!

Originally posted by jeffshaddix

If you enjoy digital darkroom work like I do, you'll be very pleased with the ISO 80 14-bit raw files - truly splendid!

Well I do.

So help me find the settings for the ISO 80 14 bit raw!

Jean Poitiers · 02-24-2014, 03:00 AM - **1 Like**

Bonjour Racer,

Sorry to say this, but you're slacking off bit ... where's your full-blown "gear p0rn" snaps ... we had the beginning of a bed top scene and then you left us there ... just hanging.

J

Racer X 69 · 02-24-2014, 02:11 PM

Originally posted by Jean Poitiers

Bonjour Racer,

Sorry to say this, but you're slacking off bit ... where's your full-blown "gear p0rn" snaps ... we had the beginning of a bed top scene and then you left us there ... just hanging.

J

Aw geeze man.

I am ashamed.

I have lost face.

I will now commit Seppuku.

Will you be my second?

**jerryleejr** · 02-24-2014, 02:24 PM

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Aw geeze man.

I am ashamed.

I have lost face.

I will now commit Seppuku.

Will you be my second?

It's understandable your on the road earning a living for your family, and avoiding your wife's wrath over the new toy...keep those wheels turning

JJ

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02-22-2014, 07:35 AM	#61
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Originally posted by Brand X What's this? Racer has ANOTHER CAMERA? News to me. Good thing you're in that truck and not here. Funny ... and glad my wife isn't like that ... but then again, I now "forget" to inform her of things like that ... J

02-22-2014, 09:04 AM	#62
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,076 Original Poster	Originally posted by Brand X What's this? Racer has ANOTHER CAMERA? News to me. Good thing you're in that truck and not here. Ruh, roh! Oh well, there's gonna be plenty of time for you to cool off. And then I'll take your picture!

02-22-2014, 11:17 AM	#63
dadipentak Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,590	Originally posted by Racer X 69 And then I'll take your picture! Careful! I've discovered that improvements in sharpness are not always appreciated by female portrait subjects in my family.

02-22-2014, 12:03 PM	#64
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,076 Original Poster	Originally posted by dadipentak Careful! I've discovered that improvements in sharpness are not always appreciated by female portrait subjects in my family. Ah yes, I know. Although I rarely do photos of people, and most of the time it is candid work, when I do endeavor to make a portrait I draw on the techniques learned from studying the subject. Also, when the time comes to show the work to her, only the best are selected.

02-22-2014, 12:13 PM	#65
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Originally posted by dadipentak Careful! I've discovered that improvements in sharpness are not always appreciated by female portrait subjects in my family. Possible solution? => https://www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/SMC-Pentax-K-85mm-F2.2-Soft-Lens.html ... or another "soft" ... would love to try one out. J

02-23-2014, 12:26 PM	#66
jtkratzer Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lancaster County, Pa Posts: 963	Updated the firmware from 1.00 to 1.06. Definitely notice the AF improvements in the speed. Haven't had much time to shoot with it to confirm accuracy, but I'm guessing that's going to be just fine. Looking forward to taking shots of the kids running around to see the improvement on moving subjects.

02-23-2014, 09:02 PM	#67
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,076 Original Poster	Originally posted by jtkratzer Updated the firmware from 1.00 to 1.06. Definitely notice the AF improvements in the speed. Haven't had much time to shoot with it to confirm accuracy, but I'm guessing that's going to be just fine. Looking forward to taking shots of the kids running around to see the improvement on moving subjects. I guess I should update he firmware on mine too. So here are the first shots from the new camera: Racer Shares The First Shots With The New K5IIs Last edited by Racer X 69; 02-23-2014 at 09:14 PM.

02-23-2014, 09:10 PM	#68
jtkratzer Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lancaster County, Pa Posts: 963	Originally posted by Racer X 69 I guess I should update he firmware on mine too. So here are the first shots from the new camera: Where?

02-23-2014, 09:16 PM	#69
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,076 Original Poster	Originally posted by jtkratzer Where? Try again. I had second thoughts and went back to edit the post. Hey, when you live life at the speed of light, things happen quick!

02-23-2014, 09:59 PM	#70
jtkratzer Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lancaster County, Pa Posts: 963	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Try again. I had second thoughts and went back to edit the post. Hey, when you live life at the speed of light, things happen quick! I know what you mean. I was faster to read your post looking for pics than you were editing it. I see the link now.

02-23-2014, 10:11 PM	#71
jeffshaddix Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,473	Nice choice Racer - it'll serve you well. I view my K-5iis as the last APS-C camera I'll need (c'mon Pentax don't make me eat those words). If you enjoy digital darkroom work like I do, you'll be very pleased with the ISO 80 14-bit raw files - truly splendid!

02-23-2014, 11:02 PM	#72
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,076 Original Poster	Originally posted by jtkratzer I know what you mean. I was faster to read your post looking for pics than you were editing it. I see the link now. I know, sorry. Same thing happened to me the other day. I tried to respond to a post by another member and it was weird because he did like I did this evening, and was editing the post. Originally posted by jeffshaddix Nice choice Racer - it'll serve you well. Thanks! And from what I have read it should. Based on my short bit of experience this far it will not disappoint. Originally posted by jeffshaddix I view my K-5iis as the last APS-C camera I'll need (c'mon Pentax don't make me eat those words). Time will tell! Originally posted by jeffshaddix If you enjoy digital darkroom work like I do, you'll be very pleased with the ISO 80 14-bit raw files - truly splendid! Well I do. So help me find the settings for the ISO 80 14 bit raw!

02-24-2014, 03:00 AM - 1 Like	#73
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	*Bonjour* Racer, Sorry to say this, but you're slacking off bit ... where's your full-blown "gear p0rn" snaps ... we had the beginning of a bed top scene and then you left us there ... just hanging. J

02-24-2014, 02:11 PM	#74
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,076 Original Poster	Originally posted by Jean Poitiers *Bonjour* Racer, Sorry to say this, but you're slacking off bit ... where's your full-blown "gear p0rn" snaps ... we had the beginning of a bed top scene and then you left us there ... just hanging. J Aw geeze man. I am ashamed. I have lost face. I will now commit Seppuku. Will you be my second?

02-24-2014, 02:24 PM	#75
jerryleejr Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: TN Posts: 774	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Aw geeze man. I am ashamed. I have lost face. I will now commit Seppuku. Will you be my second? It's understandable your on the road earning a living for your family, and avoiding your wife's wrath over the new toy...keep those wheels turning JJ

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