Which optical design graph for a tattoo?

alpheios · 04-01-2017, 02:15 AM

Hey there, I have a question for you that might be a little unusual. I'm thinking about getting a tattoo. I want it to be related to photography but I want it to be abstract and not to obvious like i.e. a camera would be. So I stumbled upon a picture of a tattoo of an optical lens design graph.

http://petapixel.com/assets/uploads/2014/11/image1.jpg

So my question to you is: if you were to get a tattoo like this, which lens would you choose? Your favorite lens? The most iconic Pentax lens ever made? Which one would that be in your opinion?

Thanks for your input and ideas.

**Tonytee** · 04-01-2017, 02:56 AM

Originally posted by alpheios

Hey there, I have a question for you that might be a little unusual. I'm thinking about getting a tattoo. I want it to be related to photography but I want it to be abstract and not to obvious like i.e. a camera would be. So I stumbled upon a picture of a tattoo of an optical lens design graph.

http://petapixel.com/assets/uploads/2014/11/image1.jpg

So my question to you is: if you were to get a tattoo like this, which lens would you choose? Your favorite lens? The most iconic Pentax lens ever made? Which one would that be in your opinion?

Thanks for your input and ideas.

My favorite Pentax lens is the Takumar F 70~210mm.

tony

**monochrome** · 04-01-2017, 04:58 AM

Comparison of Super-Takumar 8-element 50/1.4 to Minolta MD 50/1.7
(ST50 design is also on the PF Lens Review page)

Wikipedia page for

Zeiss Planar 50/4.5 designed in 1896
Zeiss Planar 50/4.5

The more modern
Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50/1.4

**clackers** · 04-02-2017, 02:51 AM

The FA 77 was voted in a poll in this forum as the Greatest Ever Pentax Lens.

But a tattoo is probably all about what you like, not other people.

**rod_grant** · 04-02-2017, 03:09 AM

Just remember... the never come off!

alpheios · 04-02-2017, 03:54 AM

Originally posted by clackers

But a tattoo is probably all about what you like, not other people.

Yes I know. Just wanted to get some input to think about. I want something related to photography and if possible something related to pentax without being to obvious. I think I'm gonna go for the FA 31, a lens I always wanted to own. Maybe I should send a picture of the finished tattoo to Ricoh in the hope they will send me a free FA 31

My favorite lens at the moment is actually the Sigma 35 Art but the optical design is to complex and wouldn't look good as a tattoo.

Originally posted by rod_grant

Just remember... the never come off!

Yup, that was the plan. I've thought about getting a tattoo for several years now so I'm sure that I really want it.

**Kerrowdown** · 04-02-2017, 04:11 AM

Just be careful if you choose a Pentax optical design...

Cos if you ever decide to change brands, their jealousy for fine glass, means they'll never accept you in their gang.

Last edited by Kerrowdown; 04-02-2017 at 04:24 AM.

alpheios · 04-02-2017, 06:20 AM

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

Just be careful if you choose a Pentax optical design...

Cos if you ever decide to change brands, their jealousy for fine glass, means they'll never accept you in their gang.

Not going to happen. Having the optical design of a Pentax lens tattooed is my way of expressing how much photography means to me and that I will be a Pentaxian forever. There is nothing that could make me change brands. I'm more of a slow photographer doing portraits, landscape, astro and light painting. So Pentax suits all my needs. And also I have somehow always been attracted to the underdog brands. I went from Atari to Apple (long before the hype), I used to drive a Saab and I shoot Pentax.

SpecialK · 04-23-2017, 11:27 AM

Originally posted by alpheios

So my question to you is: if you were to get a tattoo like this, which lens would you choose?

This will inevitably lead to TBA. You will always be thinking of the next one to get.

alpheios · 04-23-2017, 01:42 PM

Originally posted by SpecialK

This will inevitably lead to TBA. You will always be thinking of the next one to get.

That's what I've heard from several people now who have already gotten a tattoo. There is one thing that kept me from developing a serious LBA so far and that will also keep me from developing a TBA... simply the lack of money.

But the 31 ltd on my arm will definitely happen. I have an appointment for may 2nd. I will post a picture when it's finished.

SpecialK · 04-23-2017, 03:29 PM

Originally posted by alpheios

That's what I've heard from several people now who have already gotten a tattoo. There is one thing that kept me from developing a serious LBA so far and that will also keep me from developing a TBA... simply the lack of money.

But the 31 ltd on my arm will definitely happen. I have an appointment for may 2nd. I will post a picture when it's finished.

Go for it. This is my biggest fear:
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p38arover · 04-23-2017, 03:37 PM

Use the ink that can be blasted back to oblivion when you regret having it done. Some tattooists won't use it.

Or use ephemeral Ink (fades after a year) - or invisible ink

SpecialK · 04-23-2017, 08:25 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by p38arover

or invisible ink

Isn't that the kind you heat up with a candle to see? I would "regert" that.

35mmfilmfan · 04-25-2017, 06:48 AM

A mate of mine, who looked forward to the occasional drink (when he wasn't actually drinking, you understand) had his address tattooed on his back, so he could always be delivered safely home.

Then he moved.

reeftool · 04-25-2017, 06:53 AM

Just my 2 cents worth....most of the people who will see your tat through the years will have no idea what it is, much less which optical formula you chose. A simple design like one of the 2 in Monochrome's post will work much better on a tattoo than a complicated design with many elements. As the years go on, the fine lines will stretch out and your body will also change, distorting the original as you gain or loose weight. Choose a design that looks good. You're going to wear it forever.

04-01-2017, 02:15 AM	#1
alpheios Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Bremen Posts: 410	Which optical design graph for a tattoo? Hey there, I have a question for you that might be a little unusual. I'm thinking about getting a tattoo. I want it to be related to photography but I want it to be abstract and not to obvious like i.e. a camera would be. So I stumbled upon a picture of a tattoo of an optical lens design graph. http://petapixel.com/assets/uploads/2014/11/image1.jpg So my question to you is: if you were to get a tattoo like this, which lens would you choose? Your favorite lens? The most iconic Pentax lens ever made? Which one would that be in your opinion? Thanks for your input and ideas.

04-01-2017, 04:58 AM	#3
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Four Classic Normals Comparison of Super-Takumar 8-element 50/1.4 to Minolta MD 50/1.7 (ST50 design is also on the PF Lens Review page) Wikipedia page for Zeiss Planar 50/4.5 designed in 1896 Zeiss Planar 50/4.5 The more modern Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50/1.4 Last edited by monochrome; 04-01-2017 at 05:10 AM.

04-23-2017, 03:29 PM	#11
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,480	Originally posted by alpheios That's what I've heard from several people now who have already gotten a tattoo. There is one thing that kept me from developing a serious LBA so far and that will also keep me from developing a TBA... simply the lack of money. But the 31 ltd on my arm will definitely happen. I have an appointment for may 2nd. I will post a picture when it's finished. Go for it. This is my biggest fear: Attached Images

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04-01-2017, 02:56 AM	#2
Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,444	Originally posted by alpheios Hey there, I have a question for you that might be a little unusual. I'm thinking about getting a tattoo. I want it to be related to photography but I want it to be abstract and not to obvious like i.e. a camera would be. So I stumbled upon a picture of a tattoo of an optical lens design graph. http://petapixel.com/assets/uploads/2014/11/image1.jpg So my question to you is: if you were to get a tattoo like this, which lens would you choose? Your favorite lens? The most iconic Pentax lens ever made? Which one would that be in your opinion? Thanks for your input and ideas. My favorite Pentax lens is the Takumar F 70~210mm. tony

04-02-2017, 02:51 AM	#4
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	The FA 77 was voted in a poll in this forum as the Greatest Ever Pentax Lens. But a tattoo is probably all about what you like, not other people.

04-02-2017, 03:09 AM	#5
rod_grant Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Wangaratta, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,951	Just remember... the never come off!

04-02-2017, 03:54 AM	#6
alpheios Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Bremen Posts: 410 Original Poster	Originally posted by clackers But a tattoo is probably all about what you like, not other people. Yes I know. Just wanted to get some input to think about. I want something related to photography and if possible something related to pentax without being to obvious. I think I'm gonna go for the FA 31, a lens I always wanted to own. Maybe I should send a picture of the finished tattoo to Ricoh in the hope they will send me a free FA 31 My favorite lens at the moment is actually the Sigma 35 Art but the optical design is to complex and wouldn't look good as a tattoo. Originally posted by rod_grant Just remember... the never come off! Yup, that was the plan. I've thought about getting a tattoo for several years now so I'm sure that I really want it.

04-02-2017, 04:11 AM	#7
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,815	Just be careful if you choose a Pentax optical design... Cos if you ever decide to change brands, their jealousy for fine glass, means they'll never accept you in their gang. Last edited by Kerrowdown; 04-02-2017 at 04:24 AM.

04-02-2017, 06:20 AM	#8
alpheios Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Bremen Posts: 410 Original Poster	Originally posted by Kerrowdown Just be careful if you choose a Pentax optical design... Cos if you ever decide to change brands, their jealousy for fine glass, means they'll never accept you in their gang. Not going to happen. Having the optical design of a Pentax lens tattooed is my way of expressing how much photography means to me and that I will be a Pentaxian forever. There is nothing that could make me change brands. I'm more of a slow photographer doing portraits, landscape, astro and light painting. So Pentax suits all my needs. And also I have somehow always been attracted to the underdog brands. I went from Atari to Apple (long before the hype), I used to drive a Saab and I shoot Pentax.

04-23-2017, 11:27 AM	#9
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,480	Originally posted by alpheios So my question to you is: if you were to get a tattoo like this, which lens would you choose? This will inevitably lead to TBA. You will always be thinking of the next one to get.

04-23-2017, 01:42 PM	#10
alpheios Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Bremen Posts: 410 Original Poster	Originally posted by SpecialK This will inevitably lead to TBA. You will always be thinking of the next one to get. That's what I've heard from several people now who have already gotten a tattoo. There is one thing that kept me from developing a serious LBA so far and that will also keep me from developing a TBA... simply the lack of money. But the 31 ltd on my arm will definitely happen. I have an appointment for may 2nd. I will post a picture when it's finished.

04-23-2017, 03:37 PM	#12
p38arover Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Western Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,084	Use the ink that can be blasted back to oblivion when you regret having it done. Some tattooists won't use it. Or use ephemeral Ink (fades after a year) - or invisible ink

04-23-2017, 08:25 PM - 1 Like	#13
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,480	Originally posted by p38arover or invisible ink Isn't that the kind you heat up with a candle to see? I would "regert" that.

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04-25-2017, 06:48 AM	#14
35mmfilmfan Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Norfolk, UK Posts: 4,322	A mate of mine, who looked forward to the occasional drink (when he wasn't actually drinking, you understand) had his address tattooed on his back, so he could always be delivered safely home. Then he moved.

04-25-2017, 06:53 AM	#15
reeftool Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Upstate New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,553	Just my 2 cents worth....most of the people who will see your tat through the years will have no idea what it is, much less which optical formula you chose. A simple design like one of the 2 in Monochrome's post will work much better on a tattoo than a complicated design with many elements. As the years go on, the fine lines will stretch out and your body will also change, distorting the original as you gain or loose weight. Choose a design that looks good. You're going to wear it forever.