Let's share shots with Q!

**barondla** · 01-30-2019, 11:29 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by BNBPhoto

Hi barondla,

I have the 01 and 06 on order.Of course I am eyeing the 08 as well. I am actually so impressed with the Q's versatility that I would call it the Swiss army knife of cameras. Not particularly excelling at anything but more then decent in everything and it's always with you.

Both excellent lenses. The 08 is also great, but more expensive. If you like fisheyes the 03 is fun to play with. I have it and the Fuji that people are removing from decommissioned security cameras.

The toy wide also makes a good macro lens, but not an incredible wideangle.��

Your train picture is super. portrays a strong sense of leaving.
Thanks for sharing,
barondla

**Perfessor5646** · 02-01-2019, 09:11 AM - **3 Likes**

I take one of my Q7s everywhere. Every Sunday Tara, my bestie, and I go to breakfast and take her pack to the dog park. After that we go to the Kentucky Humane Society branch at Feeder’s Supply and check out the dogs up for adoption. She has over 10,000 followers on all her social media platforms and uses her media power to promote the adoptions of hard to adopt dogs, like senior dogs, bonded pairs, pit mixes etc. This particular Sunday there were 5 puppies there and they do not need to be promoted. I had my recently acquired Q7 in my pocket. So I tested the Q7 out on Minka. Not art but decent for the intended purpose.

**Deesquared** · 02-02-2019, 02:47 PM - **3 Likes**

Took my Q7 and 02 lens out today. It was gray, overcast and dreary but I saw these fun decorations for sale.

**barondla** · 02-02-2019, 10:04 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Deesquared

Took my Q7 and 02 lens out today. It was gray, overcast and dreary but I saw these fun decorations for sale.

Nice composition and colors.
Thanks for sharing,
barondla

Phenix jc · 02-03-2019, 05:22 PM - **9 Likes**

Q7+02 1/1600S F/2.8 ISO 100 5.0mm SOOC

BNBPhoto · 02-03-2019, 07:01 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Phenix jc

Q7+02 1/1600S F/2.8 ISO 100 5.0mm SOOC

Wonderful picture. The dynamic range is superb.

**barondla** · 02-04-2019, 11:26 AM - **2 Likes**

Excellent image Phenix jc! Great colors and tones.

Image with new 07 shield Mount lens. F9 doesn't let much light in. Since there's no leaf shutter in the lens, electronic shutter speed is limited to 2 seconds (without tricks). So ISO 12,800 it is.
Thanks,
barondla

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**Perfessor5646** · 02-04-2019, 12:04 PM

Originally posted by barondla

Excellent image Phenix jc! Great colors and tones.

Image with new 07 shield Mount lens. F9 doesn't let much light in. Since there's no leaf shutter in the lens, electronic shutter speed is limited to 2 seconds (without tricks). So ISO 12,800 it is.
Thanks,
barondla

Very cool image!!! I can’t wait for my 07 to arrive from Japan in just 15 more days.

**barondla** · 02-04-2019, 12:15 PM

Originally posted by Perfessor5646

Very cool image!!! I can’t wait for my 07 to arrive from Japan in just 15 more days.

Thank you.

Your lens may not take that long. Ordered mine new from Japan on 1-11-2019. Said it would arrive 2-19 to 3-5. It arrived 1- 27. Came via USPS.

Can't wait to modify mine for infinity focus.
Looking for a workable lens cap now.
Enjoy your lens when it arrives.
Thanks,
barondla

Piotrek K · 02-04-2019, 04:07 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by barondla

Excellent image Phenix jc! Great colors and tones.

Image with new 07 shield Mount lens. F9 doesn't let much light in. Since there's no leaf shutter in the lens, electronic shutter speed is limited to 2 seconds (without tricks). So ISO 12,800 it is.
Thanks,
barondla

Is it possible to cheat the Q and use longer shutter speeds?

**ivanvernon** · 02-04-2019, 04:16 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by barondla

Thank you.

Your lens may not take that long. Ordered mine new from Japan on 1-11-2019. Said it would arrive 2-19 to 3-5. It arrived 1- 27. Came via USPS.

Can't wait to modify mine for infinity focus.
Looking for a workable lens cap now.
Enjoy your lens when it arrives.
Thanks,
barondla

My experience with Japanese deliveries has been quite positive. Once ordered an item on Thursday and got it Monday morning. How do they do that?

**barondla** · 02-04-2019, 08:44 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by Piotrek K

Is it possible to cheat the Q and use longer shutter speeds?

Yes, it is possible to extend the 2 second exposure limitation of the electronic shutter. Set camera to jpeg and multiple exposure. Set multiple exposure to 9 shots, shutter speed to 2 seconds and fire away. If the camera is on a tripod and the subject isn't moving the 9 shots will accumulate more light than a single 2 second exposure.

It is also possible to set the ISO higher when using multiple shots. The grain is random from shot to shot and much of it cancels out. While the subject is static and "intensifies". 9 shots at ISO 1600 is comparable to 1 shot at ISO 200. Try to keep ISO as low as possible since the Q noise reduction aggressively reduces sharpness at the higher settings and can't be turned off.
Thanks,
barondla

**Perfessor5646** · 02-05-2019, 01:44 PM - **6 Likes**

Tara and I went down to the low barrier homeless shelter last night, the night when Dr. G, a veterinarian, volunteers to care for the pets of the homeless. Routine vaccinations and medicinal care is provided at no cost to the pet owner. My Dog Eats First funds the program through donations. Tara did a Facebook LIVE cast interview of the volunteers and some guests for her 10,000 social media followers. This low barrier homeless shelter permits people with pets to stay there temporarily.

It’s an environment where a DSLR might be too intrusive and “official” looking. So I brought the Q7 with the 01 Prime instead of my K-01 w/ the 21 Ltd or DA 35 2.4 I usually tote as my discrete camera. Somehow I had managed to fumble around and change a digital color filter to bold and the color photos didn’t look good. I converted to mono in post. Better.

I cannot remember the cat’s name but hearing Chris, the homeless gentleman, talking about his 7 year old dog Lucky while Dr G trimmed Luckys toe nails, was uplifting in an otherwise depressing environment. It’s sobering to realize how many are one serious illness, accident, unfortunate break or bad decision away from living in the street.

BNBPhoto · 02-05-2019, 07:18 PM - **7 Likes**

I was just playing around with my Q on a late night walk. This is a small sample. (I just love light trails)

Pentax Q + 02 - 30s exposure f/8

**Deesquared** · 02-05-2019, 07:52 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Perfessor5646

Tara and I went down to the low barrier homeless shelter last night, the night when Dr. G, a veterinarian, volunteers to care for the pets of the homeless. Routine vaccinations and medicinal care is provided at no cost to the pet owner. My Dog Eats First funds the program through donations. Tara did a Facebook LIVE cast interview of the volunteers and some guests for her 10,000 social media followers. This low barrier homeless shelter permits people with pets to stay there temporarily.

It’s an environment where a DSLR might be too intrusive and “official” looking. So I brought the Q7 with the 01 Prime instead of my K-01 w/ the 21 Ltd or DA 35 2.4 I usually tote as my discrete camera. Somehow I had managed to fumble around and change a digital color filter to bold and the color photos didn’t look good. I converted to mono in post. Better.

I cannot remember the cat’s name but hearing Chris, the homeless gentleman, talking about his 7 year old dog Lucky while Dr G trimmed Luckys toe nails, was uplifting in an otherwise depressing environment. It’s sobering to realize how many are one serious illness, accident, unfortunate break or bad decision away from living in the street.

Such touching images.

---------- Post added 02-05-19 at 08:53 PM ----------

Originally posted by BNBPhoto

I was just playing around with my Q on a late night walk. This is a small sample. (I just love light trails)

Pentax Q + 02 - 30s exposure f/8

Very nice!

02-02-2019, 02:47 PM - 3 Likes	#6003
Deesquared Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 766	Out and about - fun windmills Took my Q7 and 02 lens out today. It was gray, overcast and dreary but I saw these fun decorations for sale. Last edited by Deesquared; 02-02-2019 at 02:50 PM. Reason: adjust photo link

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01-30-2019, 11:29 AM - 1 Like	#6001
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,717	Originally posted by BNBPhoto Hi barondla, I have the 01 and 06 on order.Of course I am eyeing the 08 as well. I am actually so impressed with the Q's versatility that I would call it the Swiss army knife of cameras. Not particularly excelling at anything but more then decent in everything and it's always with you. Both excellent lenses. The 08 is also great, but more expensive. If you like fisheyes the 03 is fun to play with. I have it and the Fuji that people are removing from decommissioned security cameras. The toy wide also makes a good macro lens, but not an incredible wideangle.�� Your train picture is super. portrays a strong sense of leaving. Thanks for sharing, barondla

02-02-2019, 10:04 PM - 2 Likes	#6004
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,717	Originally posted by Deesquared Took my Q7 and 02 lens out today. It was gray, overcast and dreary but I saw these fun decorations for sale. Nice composition and colors. Thanks for sharing, barondla

02-03-2019, 05:22 PM - 9 Likes	#6005
Phenix jc Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 105	Q7+02 1/1600S F/2.8 ISO 100 5.0mm SOOC

02-03-2019, 07:01 PM - 1 Like	#6006
BNBPhoto Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 68	Originally posted by Phenix jc Q7+02 1/1600S F/2.8 ISO 100 5.0mm SOOC Wonderful picture. The dynamic range is superb.

02-04-2019, 12:04 PM	#6008
Perfessor5646 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Louisville, KY Photos: Albums Posts: 605	Originally posted by barondla Excellent image Phenix jc! Great colors and tones. Image with new 07 shield Mount lens. F9 doesn't let much light in. Since there's no leaf shutter in the lens, electronic shutter speed is limited to 2 seconds (without tricks). So ISO 12,800 it is. Thanks, barondla Very cool image!!! I can’t wait for my 07 to arrive from Japan in just 15 more days.

02-04-2019, 12:15 PM	#6009
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,717	Originally posted by Perfessor5646 Very cool image!!! I can’t wait for my 07 to arrive from Japan in just 15 more days. Thank you. Your lens may not take that long. Ordered mine new from Japan on 1-11-2019. Said it would arrive 2-19 to 3-5. It arrived 1- 27. Came via USPS. Can't wait to modify mine for infinity focus. Looking for a workable lens cap now. Enjoy your lens when it arrives. Thanks, barondla

02-04-2019, 04:07 PM - 1 Like	#6010
Piotrek K Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,384	Originally posted by barondla Excellent image Phenix jc! Great colors and tones. Image with new 07 shield Mount lens. F9 doesn't let much light in. Since there's no leaf shutter in the lens, electronic shutter speed is limited to 2 seconds (without tricks). So ISO 12,800 it is. Thanks, barondla Is it possible to cheat the Q and use longer shutter speeds?

02-04-2019, 04:16 PM - 2 Likes	#6011
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Originally posted by barondla Thank you. Your lens may not take that long. Ordered mine new from Japan on 1-11-2019. Said it would arrive 2-19 to 3-5. It arrived 1- 27. Came via USPS. Can't wait to modify mine for infinity focus. Looking for a workable lens cap now. Enjoy your lens when it arrives. Thanks, barondla My experience with Japanese deliveries has been quite positive. Once ordered an item on Thursday and got it Monday morning. How do they do that?

02-04-2019, 08:44 PM - 3 Likes	#6012
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,717	Originally posted by Piotrek K Is it possible to cheat the Q and use longer shutter speeds? Yes, it is possible to extend the 2 second exposure limitation of the electronic shutter. Set camera to jpeg and multiple exposure. Set multiple exposure to 9 shots, shutter speed to 2 seconds and fire away. If the camera is on a tripod and the subject isn't moving the 9 shots will accumulate more light than a single 2 second exposure. It is also possible to set the ISO higher when using multiple shots. The grain is random from shot to shot and much of it cancels out. While the subject is static and "intensifies". 9 shots at ISO 1600 is comparable to 1 shot at ISO 200. Try to keep ISO as low as possible since the Q noise reduction aggressively reduces sharpness at the higher settings and can't be turned off. Thanks, barondla

02-05-2019, 07:52 PM - 1 Like	#6015
Deesquared Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 766	Originally posted by Perfessor5646 Tara and I went down to the low barrier homeless shelter last night, the night when Dr. G, a veterinarian, volunteers to care for the pets of the homeless. Routine vaccinations and medicinal care is provided at no cost to the pet owner. My Dog Eats First funds the program through donations. Tara did a Facebook LIVE cast interview of the volunteers and some guests for her 10,000 social media followers. This low barrier homeless shelter permits people with pets to stay there temporarily. It’s an environment where a DSLR might be too intrusive and “official” looking. So I brought the Q7 with the 01 Prime instead of my K-01 w/ the 21 Ltd or DA 35 2.4 I usually tote as my discrete camera. Somehow I had managed to fumble around and change a digital color filter to bold and the color photos didn’t look good. I converted to mono in post. Better. I cannot remember the cat’s name but hearing Chris, the homeless gentleman, talking about his 7 year old dog Lucky while Dr G trimmed Luckys toe nails, was uplifting in an otherwise depressing environment. It’s sobering to realize how many are one serious illness, accident, unfortunate break or bad decision away from living in the street. Such touching images. ---------- Post added 02-05-19 at 08:53 PM ---------- Originally posted by BNBPhoto I was just playing around with my Q on a late night walk. This is a small sample. (I just love light trails) Pentax Q + 02 - 30s exposure f/8 Very nice!