Let's share shots with Q!

henkvanzuylen · 09-09-2022, 05:11 AM

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Originally posted by dr_canak

Passing Chicago Light as we sail in, ahead of storm. Q10 with 01 Prime lens.

Beautiful shot

**suraswami** · 09-11-2022, 02:58 PM

Originally posted by Elias Paniki

You're never gonna take the 06 lens out of the Q when you get one.

Very True, I seem to be using the 06 more than 01 or 02.

Yesterday I was casually taking pictures of my friend's daughter performing Indian classical singing on stage. With tricky lighting and the Q7 + 06 produced some spectacular images that even Wowed the PRO Sony Photographer who was shooing with his Sony Alpha 1 camera, but he knew what a Pentax could do and was asking about the tiny camera and little camera package (Q7+01+02+06)

DamianB · 09-14-2022, 12:54 PM - **4 Likes**

Have been experimenting with an old (free!) lens; the Minolta Rokkor 50 mm F2.8 macro on the original Pentax Q.
Hope to share some of the joy that I've had in photographing a (rather tricky) handheld camera in the beautiful sun in my local forest!

Youtu.be

SpruceBruce · 10-02-2022, 05:32 PM - **2 Likes**

Great macro shots! Something that frustrates me with the Q, is the flash being stuck to 1/13th of a sec with non native lenses...
Autumn sunsets and Q/02/06

DamianB · 10-04-2022, 04:37 AM

Originally posted by SpruceBruce

Great macro shots! Something that frustrates me with the Q, is the flash being stuck to 1/13th of a sec with non native lenses...
Autumn sunsets and Q/02/06

Thanks SpruceBruce! Very serene and colourful shots you took there!

**kwb** · 10-04-2022, 08:35 PM - **2 Likes**

These were submitted to last month's Point and Shoot Competition #174 Colour Wheel Opposites -.

Orange and Blue, Q7, Q 06 telephoto at 30mm, 1/400s, f/5, ISO 100.

Yellow and purple, Q7, Q 06 telephoto at 27.4mm, f/4.0, 1/125sec, ISO200.

**barondla** · 10-21-2022, 09:54 AM

Originally posted by DamianB

Have been experimenting with an old (free!) lens; the Minolta Rokkor 50 mm F2.8 macro on the original Pentax Q.
Hope to share some of the joy that I've had in photographing a (rather tricky) handheld camera in the beautiful sun in my local forest!

https://youtu.be/cEFWnQfcN5s

Excellent macro images. The presentation with music is also a very nice touch. Lots of work went to this production and it shows.
Thanks for sharing,
barondla

LeRolls · 10-24-2022, 07:50 AM - **1 Like**

For a long time I have had a project in my head. I want to do a series of portraits with the Q7 and my godox lights. I have ordered some Tiffen filters as well as a Godox wireless trigger for Pentax. The goal is to go for a more filmic/retro aesthetic. I have the 01, the 06, and have ordered the 07 as well. Maybe someday I will bite the bullet and track down the 08 but since portraits are my mine interest I think I already have the best lenses for the job unless I want to adapt some glass to the Q7. Do you guys have any recommendations for good low cost C-mount lenses for portraits? I like interesting bokeh that is unique with lots of character.

**volley** · 10-24-2022, 10:07 AM - **5 Likes**

Well, obviously the Q7 is a great travel camera ...

Q7 and 06 zoom lens

Q7 and 01 prime

henkvanzuylen · 10-24-2022, 10:44 PM

Originally posted by volley

Well, obviously the Q7 is a great travel camera ...

Q7 and 06 zoom lens

Q7 and 01 prime

Another example how capable that little Q is (in the right hands obviously), nice shots

**volley** · 10-25-2022, 07:07 AM

Originally posted by henkvanzuylen

Another example how capable that little Q is (in the right hands obviously), nice shots

Many thanks Henk!

LeRolls · 10-25-2022, 07:52 AM

Originally posted by Cipher

The Cosmicar 25mm f1.4 television C-mount lens is very nice on a Q7, wide open it has a glow, stopped down it is sharper but still retains a nice bokeh. There are also 50mm f1.4, 75mm f1.4 as well as 50mm f1.8 and 75mm f1.9 lenses in this series, they give similar results but may be a little long for portraits. They were also sold under Ampex, General Electric, Concord and other names, they all have similar appearance to the one in the link. Since they are older lenses, make sure that the focusing is smooth and there is no fungus, they can be difficult to clean and lube. A little oil on the blades won't hurt anything. There are newer Cosmicar C-mount lenses in plastic mounts which may also be suitable for your needs, I haven't tried them.

The 08 is a great lens, but probably not for portraits!

Here is a shot made with the 25mm Cosmicar:

Here is a video with the 25mm on a Q7 with the bold monochrome setting : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qEQ1V6GuQY

Thank you for the recommendations. They were appreciated. I went down a rabbit hole yesterday on eBay looking at c mount lenses and in the end I decided to just stick with what I got. I can use the 01, the 06, and maybe adapt my Pentax 28mm 3.5. I think those lenses will suffice for the time being. I did order a Black Pearl Mist filter in 40.5 filter size as well as a hood for the 01 and a Godox trigger for Pentax. Excited to try out some of my Godox lights with the Q7.

Piotrek K · 10-25-2022, 08:27 AM - **2 Likes**

Solar eclipse today in Warsaw (Poland). The genuine Q plus Tamron Adaptall 23A 60 - 300 mm at 300 mm f 11, Baader Solar foil (3.8).

LeRolls · 10-26-2022, 10:43 PM - **7 Likes**

First test using a Pentax compatible Godox wireless trigger. Was quite pleased with the results overall.

**Mikesul** · 10-27-2022, 05:24 AM - **1 Like**

Beautiful photo. Thanks for showing how good the little Q7 can be. Good to have you back.

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09-09-2022, 05:11 AM	#6766
henkvanzuylen Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Netherlands, 's-Hertogenbosch Posts: 457	Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Originally posted by dr_canak Passing Chicago Light as we sail in, ahead of storm. Q10 with 01 Prime lens. Beautiful shot

09-11-2022, 02:58 PM	#6767
suraswami Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 419	Originally posted by Elias Paniki You're never gonna take the 06 lens out of the Q when you get one. Very True, I seem to be using the 06 more than 01 or 02. Yesterday I was casually taking pictures of my friend's daughter performing Indian classical singing on stage. With tricky lighting and the Q7 + 06 produced some spectacular images that even Wowed the PRO Sony Photographer who was shooing with his Sony Alpha 1 camera, but he knew what a Pentax could do and was asking about the tiny camera and little camera package (Q7+01+02+06)

10-02-2022, 05:32 PM - 2 Likes	#6769
SpruceBruce Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Posts: 119	Great macro shots! Something that frustrates me with the Q, is the flash being stuck to 1/13th of a sec with non native lenses... Autumn sunsets and Q/02/06

10-04-2022, 04:37 AM	#6770
DamianB New Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Posts: 15	Originally posted by SpruceBruce Great macro shots! Something that frustrates me with the Q, is the flash being stuck to 1/13th of a sec with non native lenses... Autumn sunsets and Q/02/06 Thanks SpruceBruce! Very serene and colourful shots you took there!

10-04-2022, 08:35 PM - 2 Likes	#6771
kwb Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Pacific North West Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,223	These were submitted to last month's Point and Shoot Competition #174 Colour Wheel Opposites -. Orange and Blue, Q7, Q 06 telephoto at 30mm, 1/400s, f/5, ISO 100. Yellow and purple, Q7, Q 06 telephoto at 27.4mm, f/4.0, 1/125sec, ISO200.

10-21-2022, 09:54 AM	#6772
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,714	Originally posted by DamianB Have been experimenting with an old (free!) lens; the Minolta Rokkor 50 mm F2.8 macro on the original Pentax Q. Hope to share some of the joy that I've had in photographing a (rather tricky) handheld camera in the beautiful sun in my local forest! https://youtu.be/cEFWnQfcN5s Excellent macro images. The presentation with music is also a very nice touch. Lots of work went to this production and it shows. Thanks for sharing, barondla

10-24-2022, 07:50 AM - 1 Like	#6773
LeRolls Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: PSL, FL Posts: 4,504	For a long time I have had a project in my head. I want to do a series of portraits with the Q7 and my godox lights. I have ordered some Tiffen filters as well as a Godox wireless trigger for Pentax. The goal is to go for a more filmic/retro aesthetic. I have the 01, the 06, and have ordered the 07 as well. Maybe someday I will bite the bullet and track down the 08 but since portraits are my mine interest I think I already have the best lenses for the job unless I want to adapt some glass to the Q7. Do you guys have any recommendations for good low cost C-mount lenses for portraits? I like interesting bokeh that is unique with lots of character.

10-24-2022, 10:07 AM - 5 Likes	#6774
volley Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Springe Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,693	Well, obviously the Q7 is a great travel camera ... Q7 and 06 zoom lens Q7 and 01 prime

10-24-2022, 10:44 PM	#6775
henkvanzuylen Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Netherlands, 's-Hertogenbosch Posts: 457	Originally posted by volley Well, obviously the Q7 is a great travel camera ... Q7 and 06 zoom lens Q7 and 01 prime Another example how capable that little Q is (in the right hands obviously), nice shots

10-25-2022, 07:07 AM	#6776
volley Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Springe Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,693	Originally posted by henkvanzuylen Another example how capable that little Q is (in the right hands obviously), nice shots Many thanks Henk!

10-25-2022, 07:52 AM	#6777
LeRolls Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: PSL, FL Posts: 4,504	Originally posted by Cipher The Cosmicar 25mm f1.4 television C-mount lens is very nice on a Q7, wide open it has a glow, stopped down it is sharper but still retains a nice bokeh. There are also 50mm f1.4, 75mm f1.4 as well as 50mm f1.8 and 75mm f1.9 lenses in this series, they give similar results but may be a little long for portraits. They were also sold under Ampex, General Electric, Concord and other names, they all have similar appearance to the one in the link. Since they are older lenses, make sure that the focusing is smooth and there is no fungus, they can be difficult to clean and lube. A little oil on the blades won't hurt anything. There are newer Cosmicar C-mount lenses in plastic mounts which may also be suitable for your needs, I haven't tried them. The 08 is a great lens, but probably not for portraits! Here is a shot made with the 25mm Cosmicar: Here is a video with the 25mm on a Q7 with the bold monochrome setting : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qEQ1V6GuQY Thank you for the recommendations. They were appreciated. I went down a rabbit hole yesterday on eBay looking at c mount lenses and in the end I decided to just stick with what I got. I can use the 01, the 06, and maybe adapt my Pentax 28mm 3.5. I think those lenses will suffice for the time being. I did order a Black Pearl Mist filter in 40.5 filter size as well as a hood for the 01 and a Godox trigger for Pentax. Excited to try out some of my Godox lights with the Q7.

10-25-2022, 08:27 AM - 2 Likes	#6778
Piotrek K Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,384	Solar eclipse today in Warsaw (Poland). The genuine Q plus Tamron Adaptall 23A 60 - 300 mm at 300 mm f 11, Baader Solar foil (3.8).

10-26-2022, 10:43 PM - 7 Likes	#6779
LeRolls Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: PSL, FL Posts: 4,504	First test using a Pentax compatible Godox wireless trigger. Was quite pleased with the results overall.

10-27-2022, 05:24 AM - 1 Like	#6780
Mikesul Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 7,594	Beautiful photo. Thanks for showing how good the little Q7 can be. Good to have you back.