K3 sample shots ... post here !

**Erictator** · 05-10-2019, 07:51 AM

Originally posted by Doundounba

Indeed! If I could improve one photographic element at this point, it would probably be my diffusion setup. (I am also often tempted get a lighter system, but that's not directly about the quality of the photos.)

Thank you! Yes, I'm a big fan of the DCR-250 - probably per dollar my absolute best photographic purchase! I even use it for lower magnification shots, where I could have removed it entirely and just used the macro lens by itself. Why? Well, because I'm a bit lazy

, but also because since the working distance is about the same, but the lens is much less extended when near infinity focus with the Raynox, vrs at MFD without it, for a given flash setup, using the Raynox puts the diffusion surface much closer to the subject, giving softer light.

OK, I have what may seem like a really dumb question... the DCR-250 comes with an adapter for 52-67mm, but the lens looks like it is native 49mm, so, how do you have it mounted? without the adapter, right onto the filter ring? How does this effect the use of the stock hood?
Thanks a bunch in advance for your reply,
Eric

Doundounba · 05-10-2019, 09:24 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Erictator

the DCR-250 comes with an adapter for 52-67mm, but the lens looks like it is native 49mm, so, how do you have it mounted? without the adapter, right onto the filter ring? How does this effect the use of the stock hood?

I use a 49-43mm step down ring instead of the adapter that ships with the DCR-250. Not sure about the hood - I never use it when shooting flash macro... Hope that helps!

longbow · 05-11-2019, 12:41 PM - **8 Likes**

Been awhile since I posted something here. Recovering from tendinitis in right elbow, so the K-1II/DFA150-450 stayed home and the K-3II & DA 55-300 PLM went for a walk. Had forgotten nice ASP-C gear is to carry and how great the photos turn out. Photos posted elsewhere.

**aslyfox** · 05-11-2019, 02:59 PM

I liked how the light fell upon this rare purebred Amur Leopard Panthera pardus orientalis at the Kansas City Zoo

Amur Leopard | Species | WWF

photographed through the enclosure's fencing

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Jorgario · 05-11-2019, 10:13 PM - **2 Likes**

With DA 12-24:

Jorgario · 05-12-2019, 04:59 PM - **6 Likes**

DA 10-17:

GrinMode · 05-12-2019, 08:15 PM - **2 Likes**

Taken with DA 18-135

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**rayallen** · 05-12-2019, 09:22 PM

Originally posted by Jorgario

DA 10-17:

Fabulous shots from a fabulous location. I would love to be able to go there. TFS.

**Kobie** · 05-12-2019, 11:09 PM - **7 Likes**

Niagara Falls series shot with Sigma 17-70 F/2.8-4 DC Macro HSM
Snapping away on Smartphones. It does look funny (to me)

I'm not entirely sure... But I think you have the phone backwards.

Oh look at that, he's asking for change... Mmmmm, this Ice Creme is good!

I got caught but at least they were good sports about it

Eh!!! You forgot something!!!! Back here!!! Ladies!!! Come back!!! (Gorilla on side of building in the background).

Amusement

It's like organised chaos

Shipwrecked

And the falls!

Zipping on through!

Niagara Falls New York. 30 image composite shot 3 seconds apart.

Jorgario · 05-13-2019, 04:53 AM

Originally posted by rayallen

Fabulous shots from a fabulous location. I would love to be able to go there. TFS.

Thanks !

tuggie76 · 05-13-2019, 04:56 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Kobie

Niagara Falls series shot with Sigma 17-70 F/2.8-4 DC Macro HSM
Snapping away on Smartphones. It does look funny (to me)

A great set of shots, I live in St. Catharines, a 10 min drive away.

**Kobie** · 05-13-2019, 06:07 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by tuggie76

A great set of shots, I live in St. Catharines, a 10 min drive away.

I'm Jealous!

Jorgario · 05-14-2019, 09:03 AM

With DA 10-17:

normhead · 05-14-2019, 01:45 PM - **4 Likes**

K-3 and Tamron 300 2.8 with the F 1.7x AF adapter (510mm, ƒ4.5)
ISO 200, ƒ5.6, AV mode

We did get spot of sun today. I wore myself out with the chain saw then sat in the blind for a bit.

First the new guys.

Male American Goldfinch

Chipping sparrow

I counted over 70 purple finches at the feeder at one time today.

When there are that many you don't have to settle for feeder images, you cn go for something that looks more natural.

One of the regulars.

Jorgario · 05-14-2019, 08:40 PM - **1 Like**

With PENTAX-FA 28-70mm F4 AL:

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05-10-2019, 07:51 AM	#10306
Erictator Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,344	Originally posted by Doundounba Indeed! If I could improve one photographic element at this point, it would probably be my diffusion setup. (I am also often tempted get a lighter system, but that's not directly about the quality of the photos.) Thank you! Yes, I'm a big fan of the DCR-250 - probably per dollar my absolute best photographic purchase! I even use it for lower magnification shots, where I could have removed it entirely and just used the macro lens by itself. Why? Well, because I'm a bit lazy , but also because since the working distance is about the same, but the lens is much less extended when near infinity focus with the Raynox, vrs at MFD without it, for a given flash setup, using the Raynox puts the diffusion surface much closer to the subject, giving softer light. OK, I have what may seem like a really dumb question... the DCR-250 comes with an adapter for 52-67mm, but the lens looks like it is native 49mm, so, how do you have it mounted? without the adapter, right onto the filter ring? How does this effect the use of the stock hood? Thanks a bunch in advance for your reply, Eric

05-10-2019, 09:24 AM - 1 Like	#10307
Doundounba Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Montréal QC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,351	Originally posted by Erictator the DCR-250 comes with an adapter for 52-67mm, but the lens looks like it is native 49mm, so, how do you have it mounted? without the adapter, right onto the filter ring? How does this effect the use of the stock hood? I use a 49-43mm step down ring instead of the adapter that ships with the DCR-250. Not sure about the hood - I never use it when shooting flash macro... Hope that helps!

05-11-2019, 12:41 PM - 8 Likes	#10308
longbow Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: NW Oregon Posts: 905	Been awhile since I posted something here. Recovering from tendinitis in right elbow, so the K-1II/DFA150-450 stayed home and the K-3II & DA 55-300 PLM went for a walk. Had forgotten nice ASP-C gear is to carry and how great the photos turn out. Photos posted elsewhere.

05-11-2019, 10:13 PM - 2 Likes	#10310
Jorgario Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San José Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,769	With DA 12-24:

05-12-2019, 04:59 PM - 6 Likes	#10311
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05-12-2019, 09:22 PM	#10313
rayallen Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Forresters Beach, NSW, Australia. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,014	Originally posted by Jorgario DA 10-17: Fabulous shots from a fabulous location. I would love to be able to go there. TFS.

05-12-2019, 11:09 PM - 7 Likes	#10314
Kobie Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Bowmanville Photos: Albums Posts: 1,211	Niagara Falls series shot with Sigma 17-70 F/2.8-4 DC Macro HSM Snapping away on Smartphones. It does look funny (to me) I'm not entirely sure... But I think you have the phone backwards. Oh look at that, he's asking for change... Mmmmm, this Ice Creme is good! I got caught but at least they were good sports about it Eh!!! You forgot something!!!! Back here!!! Ladies!!! Come back!!! (Gorilla on side of building in the background). Amusement It's like organised chaos Shipwrecked And the falls! Zipping on through! Niagara Falls New York. 30 image composite shot 3 seconds apart.

05-13-2019, 04:53 AM	#10315
Jorgario Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San José Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,769	Originally posted by rayallen Fabulous shots from a fabulous location. I would love to be able to go there. TFS. Thanks !

05-13-2019, 04:56 PM - 1 Like	#10316
tuggie76 Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,215	Originally posted by Kobie Niagara Falls series shot with Sigma 17-70 F/2.8-4 DC Macro HSM Snapping away on Smartphones. It does look funny (to me) A great set of shots, I live in St. Catharines, a 10 min drive away.

05-13-2019, 06:07 PM - 1 Like	#10317
Kobie Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Bowmanville Photos: Albums Posts: 1,211	Originally posted by tuggie76 A great set of shots, I live in St. Catharines, a 10 min drive away. I'm Jealous!

05-14-2019, 09:03 AM	#10318
Jorgario Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San José Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,769	With DA 10-17:

05-14-2019, 01:45 PM - 4 Likes	#10319
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	K-3 and Tamron 300 2.8 with the F 1.7x AF adapter (510mm, ƒ4.5) ISO 200, ƒ5.6, AV mode We did get spot of sun today. I wore myself out with the chain saw then sat in the blind for a bit. First the new guys. Male American Goldfinch Chipping sparrow I counted over 70 purple finches at the feeder at one time today. When there are that many you don't have to settle for feeder images, you cn go for something that looks more natural. One of the regulars.

05-14-2019, 08:40 PM - 1 Like	#10320
Jorgario Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San José Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,769	With PENTAX-FA 28-70mm F4 AL: