Your latest acquisition

Jonathan Mac · 12-20-2012, 01:52 PM

Yesterday I received my 645 150mm f/3.5 A lens from another forum member. It's in great condition and I can't wait to have an opportunity to get out and shoot with it.

littledrawe · 12-20-2012, 02:01 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Very nice Stan. What is the upper limit on that new tripods height?

I've got an older Bogen version of the same tripod and with the legs all the way extended and the center column as well it can get over 7' tall.

stormtech · 12-20-2012, 02:04 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

Wow..I've been thinking about that tripod too!!!!
Very nice!

Keep an eye on KEH - they have them every once in a while. I was lucky and caught it when they had free shipping last week (normally $39 shipping!). I paid roughly what my 055 cost new. It is like it has never been used - all the clamps/controls are stiff like when new - just has a couple very minor scratches on it.

Originally posted by Docrwm

Very nice Stan. What is the upper limit on that new tripods height? I find most are too short for me

That one looks like it might just be tall enough and it sure looks sturdy!

Funny you ask.....I first set it up before attaching my gimbal head - with the center column down, it measures 64" - with the center geared column raised, it measures 74". I am 6'1" tall, and need a tall tripod, and don't like to raise the center column at all for the risk of more vibration and movement. Once I have my head installed, I will actually have to have the first sections of the legs about half way retracted to be at the proper height for me.

Originally posted by Canada_Rockies

Nice 'pod, Stan!

Thanks - since I don't do any hiking/walking/traveling, the weight of it is not an issue (weighs 9.5lbs)

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Stormtech, that thing looks like it is seven feet tall! And indeed, looks to be built very well.

Sweet.

It is tall - the pics are not distorted either - I shot them straight on at eye level with the viewfinder.

Docrwm · 12-20-2012, 02:15 PM

Originally posted by stormtech

Keep an eye on KEH - they have them every once in a while. I was lucky and caught it when they had free shipping last week (normally $39 shipping!). I paid roughly what my 055 cost new. It is like it has never been used - all the clamps/controls are stiff like when new - just has a couple very minor scratches on it.

Funny you ask.....I first set it up before attaching my gimbal head - with the center column down, it measures 64" - with the center geared column raised, it measures 74". I am 6'1" tall, and need a tall tripod, and don't like to raise the center column at all for the risk of more vibration and movement. Once I have my head installed, I will actually have to have the first sections of the legs about half way retracted to be at the proper height for me.

Thanks - since I don't do any hiking/walking/traveling, the weight of it is not an issue (weighs 9.5lbs)

It is tall - the pics are not distorted either - I shot them straight on at eye level with the viewfinder.

Thanks Stan. That sounds great. I look forward to your reviewing it as you get to use it. There was a thread a year+ ago about vibration and transmission with tripods. The take-away for me is that the material that dampens vibration best is wood, plain old ash. The problem is that they tend to be heavy and cumbersome to use. Yours looks very sturdy but if its like the other Manfrottos I've seen and used it is probably very easy to use.

stormtech · 12-20-2012, 02:29 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Thanks Stan. That sounds great. I look forward to your reviewing it as you get to use it. There was a thread a year+ ago about vibration and transmission with tripods. The take-away for me is that the material that dampens vibration best is wood, plain old ash. The problem is that they tend to be heavy and cumbersome to use. Yours looks very sturdy but if its like the other Manfrottos I've seen and used it is probably very easy to use.

You are correct about the wood tripods. I actually did look at this one......

Ries Tripods - Tripods & Monopods

Tripods RIES JUNIOR WOOD J-600 12-59" WITH BAG TRIPOD LEGS - KEH.com

Docrwm · 12-20-2012, 03:13 PM

Originally posted by stormtech

You are correct about the wood tripods. I actually did look at this one......

Ries Tripods - Tripods & Monopods

Tripods RIES JUNIOR WOOD J-600 12-59" WITH BAG TRIPOD LEGS - KEH.com

They are also very expensive for a nice one.

**dadipentak** · 12-21-2012, 11:19 AM

Originally posted by Canada_Rockies

Nice 'pod, Stan!

Yep, vibration is history.

ihasa · 12-22-2012, 04:47 AM

'New' K10D to complement my NEX-3. The NEX for landscapes, travel, using my MF Pentax primes, or whenever I do not want to lug a heavy camera, and the K10D for flash work or when size isn't important.

The K10D high ISO is worse than the K7, but because I'm not having to bump the ISO to above 1/250 get around the K7's shutter-blur problem, which I definitely experienced with mine, it doesn't seem to be an issue.

**Canada_Rockies** · 12-22-2012, 09:07 AM

ihasa, I think you'll like the K10. At low ISO the colour quality is among the best. 10 mp seems low these days, but it's plenty for anything I do, prints up to 20x30 inches are more than satisfactory even when looking closely.

Racer X 69 · 12-23-2012, 02:16 PM

Originally posted by ihasa

'New' K10D to complement my NEX-3. The NEX for landscapes, travel, using my MF Pentax primes, or whenever I do not want to lug a heavy camera, and the K10D for flash work or when size isn't important.

The K10D high ISO is worse than the K7, but because I'm not having to bump the ISO to above 1/250 get around the K7's shutter-blur problem, which I definitely experienced with mine, it doesn't seem to be an issue.

Nice. My last DSLR acquisition was the K10D, when they were first released. Even though I am still learning it, it has proven to be a very good camera.

Congratulations to you!

Lurch · 12-24-2012, 02:10 AM

My Sigma 20mm-40mm 2.8 turned up today, just in time for xmas

Goddam its big and heavy tho. Should be a good to shoot tomorrows Christmas activities however

Medium FormatPro · 12-24-2012, 03:02 PM

Originally posted by Lurch

My Sigma 20mm-40mm 2.8 turned up today, just in time for xmas
Goddam its big and heavy tho

It could be worse for lens' size and weight. Take a glance at this one…

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 IF EX DG HSM Autofocus Lens for Pentax

The 82mm front filter almost says it all

Docrwm · 12-24-2012, 04:56 PM

Wife bought me the Pentax Limited Case #2 for Christmas. We open 1 present each Christmas Eve here.

stormtech · 12-24-2012, 05:08 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Wife bought me the Pentax Limited Case #2 for Christmas. We open 1 present each Christmas Eve here.

Nice! They all look so cozy in there.......

Docrwm · 12-25-2012, 06:19 PM

Originally posted by stormtech

Nice! They all look so cozy in there.......

They are. I also got a LowePro lens changing bag and a Manfrotto Super Clamp.

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12-20-2012, 01:52 PM	#3811
Jonathan Mac Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 10,911	Yesterday I received my 645 150mm f/3.5 A lens from another forum member. It's in great condition and I can't wait to have an opportunity to get out and shoot with it.

12-20-2012, 02:01 PM	#3812
littledrawe Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Red Rock Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,514	Originally posted by Docrwm Very nice Stan. What is the upper limit on that new tripods height? I've got an older Bogen version of the same tripod and with the legs all the way extended and the center column as well it can get over 7' tall.

12-20-2012, 02:04 PM	#3813
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Originally posted by LaurenOE Wow..I've been thinking about that tripod too!!!! Very nice! Keep an eye on KEH - they have them every once in a while. I was lucky and caught it when they had free shipping last week (normally $39 shipping!). I paid roughly what my 055 cost new. It is like it has never been used - all the clamps/controls are stiff like when new - just has a couple very minor scratches on it. Originally posted by Docrwm Very nice Stan. What is the upper limit on that new tripods height? I find most are too short for me That one looks like it might just be tall enough and it sure looks sturdy! Funny you ask.....I first set it up before attaching my gimbal head - with the center column down, it measures 64" - with the center geared column raised, it measures 74". I am 6'1" tall, and need a tall tripod, and don't like to raise the center column at all for the risk of more vibration and movement. Once I have my head installed, I will actually have to have the first sections of the legs about half way retracted to be at the proper height for me. Originally posted by Canada_Rockies Nice 'pod, Stan! Thanks - since I don't do any hiking/walking/traveling, the weight of it is not an issue (weighs 9.5lbs) Originally posted by Racer X 69 Stormtech, that thing looks like it is seven feet tall! And indeed, looks to be built very well. Sweet. It is tall - the pics are not distorted either - I shot them straight on at eye level with the viewfinder.

12-20-2012, 02:15 PM	#3814
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by stormtech Keep an eye on KEH - they have them every once in a while. I was lucky and caught it when they had free shipping last week (normally $39 shipping!). I paid roughly what my 055 cost new. It is like it has never been used - all the clamps/controls are stiff like when new - just has a couple very minor scratches on it. Funny you ask.....I first set it up before attaching my gimbal head - with the center column down, it measures 64" - with the center geared column raised, it measures 74". I am 6'1" tall, and need a tall tripod, and don't like to raise the center column at all for the risk of more vibration and movement. Once I have my head installed, I will actually have to have the first sections of the legs about half way retracted to be at the proper height for me. Thanks - since I don't do any hiking/walking/traveling, the weight of it is not an issue (weighs 9.5lbs) It is tall - the pics are not distorted either - I shot them straight on at eye level with the viewfinder. Thanks Stan. That sounds great. I look forward to your reviewing it as you get to use it. There was a thread a year+ ago about vibration and transmission with tripods. The take-away for me is that the material that dampens vibration best is wood, plain old ash. The problem is that they tend to be heavy and cumbersome to use. Yours looks very sturdy but if its like the other Manfrottos I've seen and used it is probably very easy to use.

12-20-2012, 02:29 PM	#3815
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Originally posted by Docrwm Thanks Stan. That sounds great. I look forward to your reviewing it as you get to use it. There was a thread a year+ ago about vibration and transmission with tripods. The take-away for me is that the material that dampens vibration best is wood, plain old ash. The problem is that they tend to be heavy and cumbersome to use. Yours looks very sturdy but if its like the other Manfrottos I've seen and used it is probably very easy to use. You are correct about the wood tripods. I actually did look at this one...... Ries Tripods - Tripods & Monopods Tripods RIES JUNIOR WOOD J-600 12-59" WITH BAG TRIPOD LEGS - KEH.com

12-20-2012, 03:13 PM	#3816
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by stormtech You are correct about the wood tripods. I actually did look at this one...... Ries Tripods - Tripods & Monopods Tripods RIES JUNIOR WOOD J-600 12-59" WITH BAG TRIPOD LEGS - KEH.com They are also very expensive for a nice one.

12-21-2012, 11:19 AM	#3817
dadipentak Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,590	Originally posted by Canada_Rockies Nice 'pod, Stan! Yep, vibration is history.

12-22-2012, 04:47 AM	#3818
ihasa Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: West Midlands Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,066	'New' K10D to complement my NEX-3. The NEX for landscapes, travel, using my MF Pentax primes, or whenever I do not want to lug a heavy camera, and the K10D for flash work or when size isn't important. The K10D high ISO is worse than the K7, but because I'm not having to bump the ISO to above 1/250 get around the K7's shutter-blur problem, which I definitely experienced with mine, it doesn't seem to be an issue.

12-22-2012, 09:07 AM	#3819
Canada_Rockies Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sparwood, BC, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,385	ihasa, I think you'll like the K10. At low ISO the colour quality is among the best. 10 mp seems low these days, but it's plenty for anything I do, prints up to 20x30 inches are more than satisfactory even when looking closely.

12-23-2012, 02:16 PM	#3820
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: 28,073	Originally posted by ihasa 'New' K10D to complement my NEX-3. The NEX for landscapes, travel, using my MF Pentax primes, or whenever I do not want to lug a heavy camera, and the K10D for flash work or when size isn't important. The K10D high ISO is worse than the K7, but because I'm not having to bump the ISO to above 1/250 get around the K7's shutter-blur problem, which I definitely experienced with mine, it doesn't seem to be an issue. Nice. My last DSLR acquisition was the K10D, when they were first released. Even though I am still learning it, it has proven to be a very good camera. Congratulations to you!

12-24-2012, 02:10 AM	#3821
Lurch Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Canberra, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 582	My Sigma 20mm-40mm 2.8 turned up today, just in time for xmas Goddam its big and heavy tho. Should be a good to shoot tomorrows Christmas activities however

12-24-2012, 03:02 PM	#3822
Medium FormatPro Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Charleston & Pittsburgh Photos: Albums Posts: 1,668	Originally posted by Lurch My Sigma 20mm-40mm 2.8 turned up today, just in time for xmas Goddam its big and heavy tho It could be worse for lens' size and weight. Take a glance at this one… Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 IF EX DG HSM Autofocus Lens for Pentax The 82mm front filter almost says it all

12-24-2012, 04:56 PM	#3823
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Wife bought me the Pentax Limited Case #2 for Christmas. We open 1 present each Christmas Eve here.

12-24-2012, 05:08 PM	#3824
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Originally posted by Docrwm Wife bought me the Pentax Limited Case #2 for Christmas. We open 1 present each Christmas Eve here. Nice! They all look so cozy in there.......

12-25-2012, 06:19 PM	#3825
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by stormtech Nice! They all look so cozy in there....... They are. I also got a LowePro lens changing bag and a Manfrotto Super Clamp.