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Wheatfield · 02-04-2023, 04:10 PM

Originally posted by luftfluss

Shoe-mounted smartphone holder, for when I want a little more light during bug photography.

That looks like it would be a really handy addition to a K3III.

**luftfluss** · 02-04-2023, 04:59 PM

Originally posted by Wheatfield

That looks like it would be a really handy addition to a K3III.

It would certainly mitigate the lack of a movable LCD, at least in part.

The clamp rotates so the phone can be held in landscape position. The one I bought was a $10 cheapie, if it breaks I'll likely replace it with a better-made model.

**hjoseph7** · 02-04-2023, 05:58 PM - **1 Like**

I purchased a used Vanguard SBH-100 Ball head after my Slik SBH-280 that I owned for 15+ years got stolen a few days back. In a way, I was looking for a replacement to the Slik, but could not find anything that would match it unti now. The Slik came with dual bubble levels for horizontal and vertical axis. You might say "so what" many ball heads come with this feature ? That may be true, but these days they come with these button bubble levels that are hard to see in dim lighting. Not only does the Vanguard come with dual LARGE bubble levels, it also comes with an independent Pan lock. Something that was missing in the Slik 280. This was one of its most aggravating features or non features and the main reason I wanted to replace it. I purchased the Vanguard for $40 on ebay. Now I need a replacement for the Slik Tripod that was also stolen that day...

**pepperberry farm** · 02-07-2023, 04:48 AM - **5 Likes**

Tokina AT-X Pro 35mm f2.8 Macro

Jonathan Mac · 02-07-2023, 05:03 AM - **1 Like**

I bought a third PK to L adapter, the standard K&F Concept one that doesn't allow for the adjustment of aperture on lenses that have no aperture ring. I also have that one but don't like it because (A) it's too easy to leave it set to hold the aperture wide open regardless of the aperture set on the ring and (B) it won't work with my M 120mm f/2.8, which has a weird add-on not present on any other K-mount lens I've used. I have a standard Urth brand adapter too but it's frankly ugly and the smooth finish makes it difficult to grip.

tim60 · 02-07-2023, 05:54 AM

Originally posted by Jonathan Mac

I bought a third PK to L adapter, the standard K&F Concept one that doesn't allow for the adjustment of aperture on lenses that have no aperture ring. I also have that one but don't like it because (A) it's too easy to leave it set to hold the aperture wide open regardless of the aperture set on the ring and (B) it won't work with my M 120mm f/2.8, which has a weird add-on not present on any other K-mount lens I've used. I have a standard Urth brand adapter too but it's frankly ugly and the smooth finish makes it difficult to grip.

I am curious what that weird extra bit on the mount is.

Jonathan Mac · 02-08-2023, 03:22 AM

Originally posted by tim60

I am curious what that weird extra bit on the mount is.

Yes, I need to take the time to take a photo of it and even see if it can be removed, but it's presumably there for some purpose, though what that might be, given that no other Pentax lens I've ever owned has it, I have no idea.

It's also fair to say that whatever is hitting it on that one adapter should also not be needed as it isn't present on any of the others.

tim60 · 02-08-2023, 07:16 AM

Maybe someone here will recognise it and be able to help.

I have the SMC Tak 120/2.8 and like it.

**steamloco76** · 02-08-2023, 07:35 AM - **3 Likes**

A DA*60-250/4 via eBay and a Western Digital 12 TB hard drive from BH. The drive is on sale today for $113 off!! The DA* 60-250 is a replacement for one I sold (stupidly) three years ago when I bought my 55-300PLM.

Aaron28 · 02-08-2023, 07:37 PM - **1 Like**

got a couple px-625 flying saucer batteries.......

the sears auto/tls sprung to life with it which is nice cause thought the meter was dead........both spotmatic F s did not respond which is kinda beat........have few other bodies that use these batteries

**luftfluss** · 02-09-2023, 02:20 PM - **2 Likes**

B+W CPL, thanks to the generosity of a fellow forumite.

gatorguy · 02-09-2023, 02:52 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by luftfluss

Shoe-mounted smartphone holder, for when I want a little more light during bug photography.

I have a similar mount, but it never occurred to me the phone flashlite might be useful for camera photos. Thanks!

**ChrisPlatt** · 02-09-2023, 05:44 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Aaron28

got a couple px-625 flying saucer batteries.......

the sears auto/ttl sprung to life with it which is nice cause thought the meter was dead........both spotmatic F s did not respond which is kinda beat........have few other bodies that use these batteries

Eric Hendrickson did a nice job repairing a Spotmatic-F I once owned, also with a bum meter.

Chris

Aaron28 · 02-09-2023, 06:07 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ChrisPlatt

Eric Hendrickson did a nice job repairing a Spotmatic-F I once owned, also with a bum meter.

thanks Chris.....currently either i get 'em going or i ain't a shooting 'em......not like i got a lot but plenty to keep me busy......ain't quite as good as @ismaelg but aspiring

**cdd29** · 02-09-2023, 07:48 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Wasp

I would never have known that the Godox AD200 existed if it was not for this fine website. Now I find myself ~~needing~~ wanting one.

I discovered them about the time you did and bought one as part of a black Friday sale that was still going. My family surprises me with another one on Christmas. I use them for light painting (like lighting up a 6 story tall abandoned grain silo.) They tend to overheat pretty quick. so I have to alternate. Tried doing an abandoned gas station tonight & one crapped out... overheating.

---------- Post added 02-09-23 at 07:49 PM ----------

It's not in my posession yet but should be tomorrow. I couldn't resist a Sigma EX 20mm/1.8. No lens hood though, so the search begins for one.

02-04-2023, 05:58 PM - 1 Like	#25998
hjoseph7 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2014 Location: Minnesota Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,865	New Ball Head I purchased a used Vanguard SBH-100 Ball head after my Slik SBH-280 that I owned for 15+ years got stolen a few days back. In a way, I was looking for a replacement to the Slik, but could not find anything that would match it unti now. The Slik came with dual bubble levels for horizontal and vertical axis. You might say "so what" many ball heads come with this feature ? That may be true, but these days they come with these button bubble levels that are hard to see in dim lighting. Not only does the Vanguard come with dual LARGE bubble levels, it also comes with an independent Pan lock. Something that was missing in the Slik 280. This was one of its most aggravating features or non features and the main reason I wanted to replace it. I purchased the Vanguard for $40 on ebay. Now I need a replacement for the Slik Tripod that was also stolen that day...

02-08-2023, 07:37 PM - 1 Like	#26005
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,094	got a couple px-625 flying saucer batteries....... the sears auto/tls sprung to life with it which is nice cause thought the meter was dead........both spotmatic F s did not respond which is kinda beat........have few other bodies that use these batteries Last edited by Aaron28; 02-09-2023 at 06:11 PM.

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02-04-2023, 04:10 PM	#25996
Wheatfield Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: The wheatfields of Canada Posts: 14,826	Originally posted by luftfluss Shoe-mounted smartphone holder, for when I want a little more light during bug photography. That looks like it would be a really handy addition to a K3III.

02-04-2023, 04:59 PM	#25997
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,640	Originally posted by Wheatfield That looks like it would be a really handy addition to a K3III. It would certainly mitigate the lack of a movable LCD, at least in part. The clamp rotates so the phone can be held in landscape position. The one I bought was a $10 cheapie, if it breaks I'll likely replace it with a better-made model.

02-07-2023, 04:48 AM - 5 Likes	#25999
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02-07-2023, 05:03 AM - 1 Like	#26000
Jonathan Mac Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 9,732	I bought a third PK to L adapter, the standard K&F Concept one that doesn't allow for the adjustment of aperture on lenses that have no aperture ring. I also have that one but don't like it because (A) it's too easy to leave it set to hold the aperture wide open regardless of the aperture set on the ring and (B) it won't work with my M 120mm f/2.8, which has a weird add-on not present on any other K-mount lens I've used. I have a standard Urth brand adapter too but it's frankly ugly and the smooth finish makes it difficult to grip.

02-07-2023, 05:54 AM	#26001
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,073	Originally posted by Jonathan Mac I bought a third PK to L adapter, the standard K&F Concept one that doesn't allow for the adjustment of aperture on lenses that have no aperture ring. I also have that one but don't like it because (A) it's too easy to leave it set to hold the aperture wide open regardless of the aperture set on the ring and (B) it won't work with my M 120mm f/2.8, which has a weird add-on not present on any other K-mount lens I've used. I have a standard Urth brand adapter too but it's frankly ugly and the smooth finish makes it difficult to grip. I am curious what that weird extra bit on the mount is.

02-08-2023, 03:22 AM	#26002
Jonathan Mac Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 9,732	Originally posted by tim60 I am curious what that weird extra bit on the mount is. Yes, I need to take the time to take a photo of it and even see if it can be removed, but it's presumably there for some purpose, though what that might be, given that no other Pentax lens I've ever owned has it, I have no idea. It's also fair to say that whatever is hitting it on that one adapter should also not be needed as it isn't present on any of the others.

02-08-2023, 07:16 AM	#26003
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,073	Maybe someone here will recognise it and be able to help. I have the SMC Tak 120/2.8 and like it.

02-08-2023, 07:35 AM - 3 Likes	#26004
steamloco76 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Pennsylvania Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,251	A DA60-250/4 via eBay and a Western Digital 12 TB hard drive from BH. The drive is on sale today for $113 off!! The DA 60-250 is a replacement for one I sold (stupidly) three years ago when I bought my 55-300PLM.

02-09-2023, 02:20 PM - 2 Likes	#26006
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,640	B+W CPL, thanks to the generosity of a fellow forumite.

02-09-2023, 02:52 PM - 2 Likes	#26007
gatorguy Moderator Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Central Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,076	Originally posted by luftfluss Shoe-mounted smartphone holder, for when I want a little more light during bug photography. I have a similar mount, but it never occurred to me the phone flashlite might be useful for camera photos. Thanks!

02-09-2023, 05:44 PM - 1 Like	#26008
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,390	Originally posted by Aaron28 got a couple px-625 flying saucer batteries....... the sears auto/ttl sprung to life with it which is nice cause thought the meter was dead........both spotmatic F s did not respond which is kinda beat........have few other bodies that use these batteries Eric Hendrickson did a nice job repairing a Spotmatic-F I once owned, also with a bum meter. Chris

02-09-2023, 06:07 PM - 1 Like	#26009
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,094	Originally posted by ChrisPlatt Eric Hendrickson did a nice job repairing a Spotmatic-F I once owned, also with a bum meter. thanks Chris.....currently either i get 'em going or i ain't a shooting 'em......not like i got a lot but plenty to keep me busy......ain't quite as good as @ismaelg but aspiring

02-09-2023, 07:48 PM - 1 Like	#26010
cdd29 Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Southern Indiana Photos: Gallery Posts: 792	Originally posted by Wasp I would never have known that the Godox AD200 existed if it was not for this fine website. Now I find myself ~~needing~~ wanting one. I discovered them about the time you did and bought one as part of a black Friday sale that was still going. My family surprises me with another one on Christmas. I use them for light painting (like lighting up a 6 story tall abandoned grain silo.) They tend to overheat pretty quick. so I have to alternate. Tried doing an abandoned gas station tonight & one crapped out... overheating. ---------- Post added 02-09-23 at 07:49 PM ---------- It's not in my posession yet but should be tomorrow. I couldn't resist a Sigma EX 20mm/1.8. No lens hood though, so the search begins for one.

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