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**boriscleto** · 11-20-2018, 01:38 PM - **1 Like**

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FedEx dropped off an SP II today. It included an SMC Takumar 50/1.4. The camera is fairly clean, but it has mirror foam on the focusing screen

At least the battery compartment doesn't have any corrosion. The lens has some rainbow sheen around the edges of the rear element. I'm not sure if it's element separation or not...but I think it might be oil since most of it seemed to come off...

FreeSpirit9 · 11-20-2018, 02:24 PM

Would that make it a quadropod?

Docrwm · 11-20-2018, 02:41 PM

Anyone know where I can get an Original Pentax Lens Cap in 67mm?

Marcus Rowland · 11-20-2018, 03:24 PM

Originally posted by Marcus Rowland

And I've picked up another cheap Kodak Gear (Tamron) 78-215 for Canon on eBay, £18 with some other items thrown in, should get it tomorrow or early next week.

Got this yesterday - the lens is very good, there were also two small flashes and a x2 M42 converter in good condition. That lot would have fitted into a small shoe box, the guy sent them in a box 19cm x 33cm x 36cm, with about 90% of the space full of bubble pack! Not complaining, I get through a hundred metre x 30cm roll every month or so, more is always useful.

Unfortunately I also got a job lot today I'd more or less forgotten about - a Weston Euro-Master meter, Sigma UC manual focus 70-210 with PK mount (it has the electrical contacts so fairly late for manual PK), a Unitor 35-70 PK which is pre the electrical stuff, those are all good - unfortunately the last item was a Pentax 50/2 which was described as having "some dust" but is a lot worse than described, so much so that I'm thinking of returning the lot. Fungus, won't focus to infinity, won't stop down. The lot cost £19 so I can probably make my money back even selling the lens for spares, but I'm more inclined to return it for a refund, it really isn't what I thought I was buying. VERY annoying.

Later - took another look and realised that it isn't fungus, it's flakes of corrosion; one side of the interior of the lens looks like it's been exposed to acid fumes - there's a brown streak which is probably rust from the iris, and white gunge which is probably the surrounding metal, some sort of alloy, with crystals from corrosion. I've requested a return and said I'm willing to return the lens on its own for a partial refund, we'll see what happens.

Last edited by Marcus Rowland; 11-20-2018 at 04:08 PM.

**pepperberry farm** · 11-20-2018, 04:48 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Anyone know where I can get an Original Pentax Lens Cap in 67mm?

Pentax O-LC67 67mm Front Lens Cap #31521 | eBay

Genuine OEM Pentax O-LC67 67mm Lens Cap/17-70,60-250mm | eBay

Docrwm · 11-20-2018, 05:44 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

Pentax O-LC67 67mm Front Lens Cap #31521 | eBay

Genuine OEM Pentax O-LC67 67mm Lens Cap/17-70,60-250mm | eBay

Thanks. I was half joking, because I need one for my new (to me) A35-105 that arrived today.

Helios 1984 · 11-20-2018, 05:44 PM

12x 24exp of Fuji Superia X-Tra 400

6$CAD per 3-pack on discount at my local drugstore.

**pepperberry farm** · 11-20-2018, 06:00 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Thanks. I was half joking, because I need one for my new (to me) A35-105 that arrived today.

for my A35-105/3.5, I use a short/wide metal hood... and just a generic pinch cap...

**pepperberry farm** · 11-20-2018, 07:23 PM - **3 Likes**

SMU shot

new-to-me Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f2.8 with OEM hood

there's evidence that the lens has been worked on and put back together, but it certainly seems like it was reassembled properly....

SSGGeezer · 11-20-2018, 07:39 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

SMU shot

new-to-me Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f2.8 with OEM hood

there's evidence that the lens has been worked on and put back together, but it certainly seems like it was reassembled properly....

That is always nice to find!

Looks like it was CLA'd recently too!

RoxnDox · 11-20-2018, 10:19 PM - **7 Likes**

Got my first metal print today, from Costco. It’s now hanging in a wife-approved location in the bedroom with our other beach photos.

Interesting tidbit, I had to go up to the 16x24 size to match the ratio of the picture. Fortunately it looks good at that size! Image was from the K-50/WR18-135 combo, minimal post processing... I’m quite happy with the results.

bdery · 11-21-2018, 06:13 AM

The Platypod looks like an interesting concept. Not a fan of how you adjust the level, but a cool gadget. By all means, report on it when you've tested it some.

**Canada_Rockies** · 11-21-2018, 07:40 AM

Originally posted by RoxnDox

Got my first metal print today, from Costco. It’s now hanging in a wife-approved location in the bedroom with our other beach photos.

Interesting tidbit, I had to go up to the 16x24 size to match the ratio of the picture. Fortunately it looks good at that size! Image was from the K-50/WR18-135 combo, minimal post processing... I’m quite happy with the results.

The wallpaper fits, as well. Very nice!

micromacro · 11-21-2018, 08:01 AM

Originally posted by RoxnDox

Got my first metal print today, from Costco. It’s now hanging in a wife-approved location in the bedroom with our other beach photos.

Interesting tidbit, I had to go up to the 16x24 size to match the ratio of the picture. Fortunately it looks good at that size! Image was from the K-50/WR18-135 combo, minimal post processing... I’m quite happy with the results.

Very nice! Costco metal prints are good.
Our Costco got rid of photo lab, and I don't want to send the pictures over without quick color proofs at the store. I will drive longer, and pay more for pro lab, but omg, they offer absolutely amazing options.

**Kerrowdown** · 11-21-2018, 01:54 PM

Originally posted by marcusBMG

Alternatively....

Aye I use a double bean bag set up, for longer lenses and wildlife usage...

Wildlife Watching Supplies C14 Camera Double Bean Bags - Large

But this looked kinda useful to some things I have in mind, in fact I could have done with last week.

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11-20-2018, 01:38 PM - 1 Like	#14611
boriscleto Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: North Syracuse, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,475	Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. FedEx dropped off an SP II today. It included an SMC Takumar 50/1.4. The camera is fairly clean, but it has mirror foam on the focusing screen At least the battery compartment doesn't have any corrosion. The lens has some rainbow sheen around the edges of the rear element. I'm not sure if it's element separation or not...but I think it might be oil since most of it seemed to come off...

11-20-2018, 02:24 PM	#14612
FreeSpirit9 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Queensland, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 557	Would that make it a quadropod?

11-20-2018, 02:41 PM	#14613
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Anyone know where I can get an Original Pentax Lens Cap in 67mm?

11-20-2018, 03:24 PM	#14614
Marcus Rowland Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: London Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,079	Originally posted by Marcus Rowland And I've picked up another cheap Kodak Gear (Tamron) 78-215 for Canon on eBay, £18 with some other items thrown in, should get it tomorrow or early next week. Got this yesterday - the lens is very good, there were also two small flashes and a x2 M42 converter in good condition. That lot would have fitted into a small shoe box, the guy sent them in a box 19cm x 33cm x 36cm, with about 90% of the space full of bubble pack! Not complaining, I get through a hundred metre x 30cm roll every month or so, more is always useful. Unfortunately I also got a job lot today I'd more or less forgotten about - a Weston Euro-Master meter, Sigma UC manual focus 70-210 with PK mount (it has the electrical contacts so fairly late for manual PK), a Unitor 35-70 PK which is pre the electrical stuff, those are all good - unfortunately the last item was a Pentax 50/2 which was described as having "some dust" but is a lot worse than described, so much so that I'm thinking of returning the lot. Fungus, won't focus to infinity, won't stop down. The lot cost £19 so I can probably make my money back even selling the lens for spares, but I'm more inclined to return it for a refund, it really isn't what I thought I was buying. VERY annoying. Later - took another look and realised that it isn't fungus, it's flakes of corrosion; one side of the interior of the lens looks like it's been exposed to acid fumes - there's a brown streak which is probably rust from the iris, and white gunge which is probably the surrounding metal, some sort of alloy, with crystals from corrosion. I've requested a return and said I'm willing to return the lens on its own for a partial refund, we'll see what happens. Last edited by Marcus Rowland; 11-20-2018 at 04:08 PM.

11-20-2018, 04:48 PM	#14615
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660	Originally posted by Docrwm Anyone know where I can get an Original Pentax Lens Cap in 67mm? Pentax O-LC67 67mm Front Lens Cap #31521 \| eBay Genuine OEM Pentax O-LC67 67mm Lens Cap/17-70,60-250mm \| eBay

11-20-2018, 05:44 PM - 1 Like	#14616
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by pepperberry farm Pentax O-LC67 67mm Front Lens Cap #31521 \| eBay Genuine OEM Pentax O-LC67 67mm Lens Cap/17-70,60-250mm \| eBay Thanks. I was half joking, because I need one for my new (to me) A35-105 that arrived today.

11-20-2018, 05:44 PM	#14617
Helios 1984 Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Saint-Constant, Québec Posts: 747	12x 24exp of Fuji Superia X-Tra 400 6$CAD per 3-pack on discount at my local drugstore.

11-20-2018, 06:00 PM	#14618
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660	Originally posted by Docrwm Thanks. I was half joking, because I need one for my new (to me) A35-105 that arrived today. for my A35-105/3.5, I use a short/wide metal hood... and just a generic pinch cap...

11-20-2018, 07:23 PM - 3 Likes	#14619
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660	SMU shot new-to-me Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f2.8 with OEM hood there's evidence that the lens has been worked on and put back together, but it certainly seems like it was reassembled properly....

11-20-2018, 07:39 PM - 1 Like	#14620
SSGGeezer Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Indiana, U.S. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,845	Originally posted by pepperberry farm SMU shot new-to-me Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f2.8 with OEM hood there's evidence that the lens has been worked on and put back together, but it certainly seems like it was reassembled properly.... That is always nice to find! Looks like it was CLA'd recently too!

11-20-2018, 10:19 PM - 7 Likes	#14621
RoxnDox Pentaxian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gig Harbor, Washington, USA, Terra Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,494	Got my first metal print today, from Costco. It’s now hanging in a wife-approved location in the bedroom with our other beach photos. Interesting tidbit, I had to go up to the 16x24 size to match the ratio of the picture. Fortunately it looks good at that size! Image was from the K-50/WR18-135 combo, minimal post processing... I’m quite happy with the results.

11-21-2018, 06:13 AM	#14622
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	The Platypod looks like an interesting concept. Not a fan of how you adjust the level, but a cool gadget. By all means, report on it when you've tested it some.

11-21-2018, 07:40 AM	#14623
Canada_Rockies Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sparwood, BC, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,385	Originally posted by RoxnDox Got my first metal print today, from Costco. It’s now hanging in a wife-approved location in the bedroom with our other beach photos. Interesting tidbit, I had to go up to the 16x24 size to match the ratio of the picture. Fortunately it looks good at that size! Image was from the K-50/WR18-135 combo, minimal post processing... I’m quite happy with the results. The wallpaper fits, as well. Very nice!

11-21-2018, 08:01 AM	#14624
micromacro Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,722	Originally posted by RoxnDox Got my first metal print today, from Costco. It’s now hanging in a wife-approved location in the bedroom with our other beach photos. Interesting tidbit, I had to go up to the 16x24 size to match the ratio of the picture. Fortunately it looks good at that size! Image was from the K-50/WR18-135 combo, minimal post processing... I’m quite happy with the results. Very nice! Costco metal prints are good. Our Costco got rid of photo lab, and I don't want to send the pictures over without quick color proofs at the store. I will drive longer, and pay more for pro lab, but omg, they offer absolutely amazing options.

11-21-2018, 01:54 PM	#14625
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,816	Originally posted by marcusBMG Alternatively.... Aye I use a double bean bag set up, for longer lenses and wildlife usage... Wildlife Watching Supplies C14 Camera Double Bean Bags - Large But this looked kinda useful to some things I have in mind, in fact I could have done with last week.