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**BigMackCam** · 04-07-2016, 04:28 PM

Originally posted by normhead

Absolute power corrupts absolutely. Prepare to be corrupted.

He he... No, I'm done working for financial institutions

I've got a rule book to follow, but I like to see myself as the "friendly face of moderating"

normhead · 04-07-2016, 04:35 PM

Oh ya, you say that now... then you slap someone in the face with a wet fish.

**wtlwdwgn** · 04-07-2016, 05:43 PM

I've got a 5 TB backup drive so when I get a TB of images I just move 'em to that.

**BigMackCam** · 04-08-2016, 01:22 AM

Originally posted by normhead

Oh ya, you say that now... then you slap someone in the face with a wet fish.

Would you prefer cod or haddock, Norm?

bobD · 04-08-2016, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Would you prefer cod or haddock

That reminds me of the classic cod sketch... (caution advised for those of sensitive disposition)
Another Fish Joke - Jokes - puzzles and riddles - make my day! - Thailand Forum

normhead · 04-08-2016, 04:49 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by BigMackCam

Would you prefer cod or haddock, Norm?

Cod or haddock? My poll of 75 Pentax forum users clearly shows, when slapped in the face, people can't tell the difference.

**ChrisPlatt** · 04-09-2016, 03:22 PM - **2 Likes**

You Tube

Chris

bertwert · 04-09-2016, 03:27 PM

Vanguard Kinray 48
Seems like a great bag, got it for $60 at The Camera Store:
Vanguard Kinray 48

**grhazelton** · 04-09-2016, 04:46 PM

I scored a Konica IIIa. Here is what Dante Stella says about the Beast: Konica IIIa and IIIM rangefinder cameras

This sucker is heavy! My Baby came with an everready case, in pretty rough condition, but it protected the camera, which has only a scuff or two on the baseplate. All else is "minty." The lens is spotless, and came with the Konica lens cap, and a 1A filter (I think!). The shutter sounds correct at the slow speeds. The release is smooth, and with the mass of the Monster and that fast lens available darkness should be easy.

The rangefinder/viewfinder is a gem. Bright, good eye relief, both eyes open since its 1 to 1, parallax corrected, and it compensates for the decrease in coverage as the lens focuses closer! No, Leica never did that. Nor did Nikon, nor Canon. I am tempted to look for the dedicated closeup/viewfinder attachment...

SpecialK · 04-09-2016, 05:21 PM

My iPhone4 no longer rang, swooshed or pinged, so I wanted a new phone. Was leaning toward an iPhone SE or splurging on a S7 Edge or similar. I got a bottom-of-the-line Samsung Galaxy Express Prime (or Go, depending on what you read) for $159.99 and it does more than I can imagine using.

**lmd91343** · 04-09-2016, 06:54 PM

Originally posted by grhazelton

I scored a Konica IIIa. Here is what Dante Stella says about the Beast: Konica IIIa and IIIM rangefinder cameras

This sucker is heavy! My Baby came with an everready case, in pretty rough condition, but it protected the camera, which has only a scuff or two on the baseplate. All else is "minty." The lens is spotless, and came with the Konica lens cap, and a 1A filter (I think!). The shutter sounds correct at the slow speeds. The release is smooth, and with the mass of the Monster and that fast lens available darkness should be easy.

The rangefinder/viewfinder is a gem. Bright, good eye relief, both eyes open since its 1 to 1, parallax corrected, and it compensates for the decrease in coverage as the lens focuses closer! No, Leica never did that. Nor did Nikon, nor Canon. I am tempted to look for the dedicated closeup/viewfinder attachment...

I've heard of those. Quiet. Leaf shutter. Fixed lens. Thin. Fragile shutter.

Do you have a light meter with EV values?

Enjoy!

Jonathan Mac · 04-10-2016, 12:26 AM

I just received four packs of K body caps to use on the film cameras I have sitting around open. I thought that would leave me with a couple of spares but I've used them all! Now I'll have to order more whenever I next pick up a film body...

**wtlwdwgn** · 04-11-2016, 10:34 AM - **1 Like**

'A' new addition.

**ChrisPlatt** · 04-11-2016, 02:04 PM

Tokina AT-X 28-85 lens hood

Chris

normhead · 04-11-2016, 02:48 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Jonathan Mac

I just received four packs of K body caps to use on the film cameras I have sitting around open. I thought that would leave me with a couple of spares but I've used them all! Now I'll have to order more whenever I next pick up a film body...

I buy A-50 ƒ2's for that. They look so much cooler.

04-09-2016, 04:46 PM	#7794
grhazelton Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Jonesboro, GA Photos: Albums Posts: 1,972	Konica IIIa What a beast! I scored a Konica IIIa. Here is what Dante Stella says about the Beast: Konica IIIa and IIIM rangefinder cameras This sucker is heavy! My Baby came with an everready case, in pretty rough condition, but it protected the camera, which has only a scuff or two on the baseplate. All else is "minty." The lens is spotless, and came with the Konica lens cap, and a 1A filter (I think!). The shutter sounds correct at the slow speeds. The release is smooth, and with the mass of the Monster and that fast lens available darkness should be easy. The rangefinder/viewfinder is a gem. Bright, good eye relief, both eyes open since its 1 to 1, parallax corrected, and it compensates for the decrease in coverage as the lens focuses closer! No, Leica never did that. Nor did Nikon, nor Canon. I am tempted to look for the dedicated closeup/viewfinder attachment...

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04-07-2016, 04:28 PM	#7786
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,670	Originally posted by normhead Absolute power corrupts absolutely. Prepare to be corrupted. He he... No, I'm done working for financial institutions I've got a rule book to follow, but I like to see myself as the "friendly face of moderating"

04-07-2016, 04:35 PM	#7787
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Oh ya, you say that now... then you slap someone in the face with a wet fish.

04-07-2016, 05:43 PM	#7788
wtlwdwgn Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Billings, MT Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,838	I've got a 5 TB backup drive so when I get a TB of images I just move 'em to that.

04-08-2016, 01:22 AM	#7789
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,670	Originally posted by normhead Oh ya, you say that now... then you slap someone in the face with a wet fish. Would you prefer cod or haddock, Norm?

04-08-2016, 01:27 AM	#7790
bobD Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Waikikamukau Photos: Albums Posts: 1,248	Quote: Would you prefer cod or haddock That reminds me of the classic cod sketch... (caution advised for those of sensitive disposition) Another Fish Joke - Jokes - puzzles and riddles - make my day! - Thailand Forum

04-08-2016, 04:49 AM - 2 Likes	#7791
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Originally posted by BigMackCam Would you prefer cod or haddock, Norm? Cod or haddock? My poll of 75 Pentax forum users clearly shows, when slapped in the face, people can't tell the difference.

04-09-2016, 03:27 PM	#7793
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Vanguard Kinray 48 Seems like a great bag, got it for $60 at The Camera Store: Vanguard Kinray 48

04-09-2016, 05:21 PM	#7795
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,480	My iPhone4 no longer rang, swooshed or pinged, so I wanted a new phone. Was leaning toward an iPhone SE or splurging on a S7 Edge or similar. I got a bottom-of-the-line Samsung Galaxy Express Prime (or Go, depending on what you read) for $159.99 and it does more than I can imagine using.

04-09-2016, 06:54 PM	#7796
lmd91343 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Los Angeles, CA USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,027	Originally posted by grhazelton I scored a Konica IIIa. Here is what Dante Stella says about the Beast: Konica IIIa and IIIM rangefinder cameras This sucker is heavy! My Baby came with an everready case, in pretty rough condition, but it protected the camera, which has only a scuff or two on the baseplate. All else is "minty." The lens is spotless, and came with the Konica lens cap, and a 1A filter (I think!). The shutter sounds correct at the slow speeds. The release is smooth, and with the mass of the Monster and that fast lens available darkness should be easy. The rangefinder/viewfinder is a gem. Bright, good eye relief, both eyes open since its 1 to 1, parallax corrected, and it compensates for the decrease in coverage as the lens focuses closer! No, Leica never did that. Nor did Nikon, nor Canon. I am tempted to look for the dedicated closeup/viewfinder attachment... I've heard of those. Quiet. Leaf shutter. Fixed lens. Thin. Fragile shutter. Do you have a light meter with EV values? Enjoy!

04-10-2016, 12:26 AM	#7797
Jonathan Mac Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 10,897	I just received four packs of K body caps to use on the film cameras I have sitting around open. I thought that would leave me with a couple of spares but I've used them all! Now I'll have to order more whenever I next pick up a film body...

04-11-2016, 10:34 AM - 1 Like	#7798
wtlwdwgn Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Billings, MT Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,838	'A' new addition.

04-11-2016, 02:04 PM	#7799
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,693	Tokina AT-X 28-85 lens hood Chris

04-11-2016, 02:48 PM - 2 Likes	#7800
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Originally posted by Jonathan Mac I just received four packs of K body caps to use on the film cameras I have sitting around open. I thought that would leave me with a couple of spares but I've used them all! Now I'll have to order more whenever I next pick up a film body... I buy A-50 ƒ2's for that. They look so much cooler.