Was Santa Good To You?

magkelly · 12-26-2014, 07:04 PM

I'm actually playing with my K-5II, 18-135 and DA 50 F1.8 almost as I type. I'm trying to sneak some more pics of the cats, checking out the two lenses and the camera to see that they are okay. So far I've mostly been playing with the prime. I like it. It's pretty good in dim light actually, fast...

hoovs · 12-26-2014, 07:06 PM

A Tiffen filter for my kit lens on the k-30 and the fisheye lens for my q.

Docrwm · 12-26-2014, 07:08 PM

Originally posted by hoovs

A Tiffen filter for my kit lens on the k-30 and the fisheye lens for my q.

Congratulations. The 03? It's a very nice little lens, weighs nothing, nice images. I put a piece of inner tube around the lens to hold down the focus (which is too loose on many 03s) and that has made it a MUCH more useable lens. Enjoy.

hoovs · 12-26-2014, 07:23 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Congratulations. The 03? It's a very nice little lens, weighs nothing, nice images. I put a piece of inner tube around the lens to hold down the focus (which is too loose on many 03s) and that has made it a MUCH more useable lens. Enjoy.

Thanks for the suggestion. I went for a walk today with the 03 and found it a bit tough to focus. I got a bit better with a little practice.

Docrwm · 12-26-2014, 07:39 PM

Originally posted by hoovs

Thanks for the suggestion. I went for a walk today with the 03 and found it a bit tough to focus. I got a bit better with a little practice.

You're welcome, actually Crewl1 (Larry) is the one I borrowed the idea from and also who (if memory serves) actually sent me a length of inner tube for the 03! It has really enhanced my appreciation of that little lens.

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/136-pentax-q/233209-03-fisheye-focus-keeper-tip.html

**mtngal** · 12-26-2014, 11:01 PM

Our family do our gift exchange at Thanksgiving, because one person is never in town that day. Mom was very generous this year, so her gift turned into a DA15, DA 21, and a DFA 100WR. Yesterday I ordered a used flash and a third Cactus V5 trigger. I guess I can say that Santa brought me an early Christmas gift since I had had no intention of buying a new camera in November. But it arrived anyway. And then, since it was such a cute thing, I just had to accessorize it with a DA40 and the Cactus V5 duo. So I've had a very Pentaxian holiday season!

cbope · 12-27-2014, 12:13 AM

I bought myself for Xmas a K-3 w/grip and an AF540FGZ. Got a huge deal on the strobe, only $50, new. The package is still in the US but a mule will be bringing it over in early January. Happy, happy!

Mick_Radwell · 12-27-2014, 01:57 AM

Bottle of Irish whiskey and some really good friends

**Kerrowdown** · 12-27-2014, 02:48 AM

Originally posted by Mick_Radwell

Bottle of Irish whiskey

What's that then, so they (Irish) make it too... is it anything like our real whisky?

Docrwm · 12-27-2014, 05:58 AM

Originally posted by Mick_Radwell

Bottle of Irish whiskey and some really good friends

Welcome Aboard.

ZoeB · 12-27-2014, 06:11 AM

Originally posted by magkelly

I'm actually playing with my K-5II, 18-135 and DA 50 F1.8 almost as I type. I'm trying to sneak some more pics of the cats, checking out the two lenses and the camera to see that they are okay. So far I've mostly been playing with the prime. I like it. It's pretty good in dim light actually, fast...

is that what you were on about in the 'why I won't buy a K-3' thread?

magkelly · 12-27-2014, 08:33 AM

Originally posted by ZoeB

is that what you were on about in the 'why I won't buy a K-3' thread?

Uhuh, my Ruby and Skully have a new pal. (I haven't named the K5II yet though. I'm not sure about what, but I'm sure it will come to me eventually.) I did post pics, but apparently you all missed it, lol. K5II, 18-135 WR and the 50 F1.8, all for $599. It was one amazing deal, I think, so I helped Santa out a bit, though my credit limit is deader than Elvis now. This was definitely not a planned purchase, cough. I'm attempting to revive it by selling some gear on Amazon. :P

I'm having a lot of fun playing with it all so far though I honestly do not get the two wheels thing. They do the same darned thing from what I can tell from reading the manual so what's the point? The layout on this one is a little weird and it's really taking some getting used to, but I'll get there. Obviously the memory of my whole experience with the K-7 and it's buttons has left me. Compared to the K-x and K-30's using this camera seems really strange...

The lowest I've seen a K5II and 18-135 combo used till now was about $799 and this one had the DA 50 as well for $599? It was a total no brainer. I scooped it up and RAN...

**csa** · 12-27-2014, 08:36 AM

Well, I played Santa to myself! I have coming a second K10D body with grip, extra battery, and less than 1300 shutter counts! Also coming next week is a beautiful Tokina 400mm lens!

Other "gifts" include a Benro monopod with feet, a LowePro camera strap, a LowePro lens support strap.AcMaxx hard LCD protectors for both LCD's for the second K10D coming. A large Giotto blaster. And last, a K10D Magic Lantern Guide book. I'm a happy camper!

Docrwm · 12-27-2014, 08:55 AM

Originally posted by csa

Well, I played Santa to myself! I have coming a second K10D body with grip, extra battery, and less than 1300 shutter counts! Also coming next week is a beautiful Tokina 400mm lens!

Other "gifts" include a Benro monopod with feet, a LowePro camera strap, a LowePro lens support strap.AcMaxx hard LCD protectors for both LCD's for the second K10D coming. A large Giotto blaster. And last, a K10D Magic Lantern Guide book. I'm a happy camper!

Congratulations, nice haul.

**Kerrowdown** · 12-27-2014, 09:18 AM

Originally posted by magkelly

I scooped it up and RAN...

Sounds like you stole that deal, good for you... everybody needs a winner every now and again, enjoy.

12-26-2014, 07:39 PM	#65
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by hoovs Thanks for the suggestion. I went for a walk today with the 03 and found it a bit tough to focus. I got a bit better with a little practice. You're welcome, actually Crewl1 (Larry) is the one I borrowed the idea from and also who (if memory serves) actually sent me a length of inner tube for the 03! It has really enhanced my appreciation of that little lens. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/136-pentax-q/233209-03-fisheye-focus-keeper-tip.html Last edited by Docrwm; 12-26-2014 at 07:53 PM.

12-27-2014, 08:33 AM	#72
magkelly Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,901	Originally posted by ZoeB is that what you were on about in the 'why I won't buy a K-3' thread? Uhuh, my Ruby and Skully have a new pal. (I haven't named the K5II yet though. I'm not sure about what, but I'm sure it will come to me eventually.) I did post pics, but apparently you all missed it, lol. K5II, 18-135 WR and the 50 F1.8, all for $599. It was one amazing deal, I think, so I helped Santa out a bit, though my credit limit is deader than Elvis now. This was definitely not a planned purchase, cough. I'm attempting to revive it by selling some gear on Amazon. :P I'm having a lot of fun playing with it all so far though I honestly do not get the two wheels thing. They do the same darned thing from what I can tell from reading the manual so what's the point? The layout on this one is a little weird and it's really taking some getting used to, but I'll get there. Obviously the memory of my whole experience with the K-7 and it's buttons has left me. Compared to the K-x and K-30's using this camera seems really strange... The lowest I've seen a K5II and 18-135 combo used till now was about $799 and this one had the DA 50 as well for $599? It was a total no brainer. I scooped it up and RAN... Last edited by magkelly; 12-27-2014 at 08:44 AM.

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12-26-2014, 07:04 PM	#61
magkelly Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,901	I'm actually playing with my K-5II, 18-135 and DA 50 F1.8 almost as I type. I'm trying to sneak some more pics of the cats, checking out the two lenses and the camera to see that they are okay. So far I've mostly been playing with the prime. I like it. It's pretty good in dim light actually, fast...

12-26-2014, 07:06 PM	#62
hoovs Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 29	A Tiffen filter for my kit lens on the k-30 and the fisheye lens for my q.

12-26-2014, 07:08 PM	#63
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by hoovs A Tiffen filter for my kit lens on the k-30 and the fisheye lens for my q. Congratulations. The 03? It's a very nice little lens, weighs nothing, nice images. I put a piece of inner tube around the lens to hold down the focus (which is too loose on many 03s) and that has made it a MUCH more useable lens. Enjoy.

12-26-2014, 07:23 PM	#64
hoovs Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 29	Originally posted by Docrwm Congratulations. The 03? It's a very nice little lens, weighs nothing, nice images. I put a piece of inner tube around the lens to hold down the focus (which is too loose on many 03s) and that has made it a MUCH more useable lens. Enjoy. Thanks for the suggestion. I went for a walk today with the 03 and found it a bit tough to focus. I got a bit better with a little practice.

12-26-2014, 11:01 PM	#66
mtngal Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wherever I’m Parked Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,003	Our family do our gift exchange at Thanksgiving, because one person is never in town that day. Mom was very generous this year, so her gift turned into a DA15, DA 21, and a DFA 100WR. Yesterday I ordered a used flash and a third Cactus V5 trigger. I guess I can say that Santa brought me an early Christmas gift since I had had no intention of buying a new camera in November. But it arrived anyway. And then, since it was such a cute thing, I just had to accessorize it with a DA40 and the Cactus V5 duo. So I've had a very Pentaxian holiday season!

12-27-2014, 12:13 AM	#67
cbope Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Helsinki Posts: 664	I bought myself for Xmas a K-3 w/grip and an AF540FGZ. Got a huge deal on the strobe, only $50, new. The package is still in the US but a mule will be bringing it over in early January. Happy, happy!

12-27-2014, 01:57 AM	#68
Mick_Radwell New Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 1	Bottle of Irish whiskey and some really good friends

12-27-2014, 02:48 AM	#69
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,833 Original Poster	Originally posted by Mick_Radwell Bottle of Irish whiskey What's that then, so they (Irish) make it too... is it anything like our real whisky?

12-27-2014, 05:58 AM	#70
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by Mick_Radwell Bottle of Irish whiskey and some really good friends Welcome Aboard.

12-27-2014, 06:11 AM	#71
ZoeB Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Tromsø, Norway Posts: 886	Originally posted by magkelly I'm actually playing with my K-5II, 18-135 and DA 50 F1.8 almost as I type. I'm trying to sneak some more pics of the cats, checking out the two lenses and the camera to see that they are okay. So far I've mostly been playing with the prime. I like it. It's pretty good in dim light actually, fast... is that what you were on about in the 'why I won't buy a K-3' thread?

12-27-2014, 08:36 AM	#73
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Well, I played Santa to myself! I have coming a second K10D body with grip, extra battery, and less than 1300 shutter counts! Also coming next week is a beautiful Tokina 400mm lens! Other "gifts" include a Benro monopod with feet, a LowePro camera strap, a LowePro lens support strap.AcMaxx hard LCD protectors for both LCD's for the second K10D coming. A large Giotto blaster. And last, a K10D Magic Lantern Guide book. I'm a happy camper!

12-27-2014, 08:55 AM	#74
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by csa Well, I played Santa to myself! I have coming a second K10D body with grip, extra battery, and less than 1300 shutter counts! Also coming next week is a beautiful Tokina 400mm lens! Other "gifts" include a Benro monopod with feet, a LowePro camera strap, a LowePro lens support strap.AcMaxx hard LCD protectors for both LCD's for the second K10D coming. A large Giotto blaster. And last, a K10D Magic Lantern Guide book. I'm a happy camper! Congratulations, nice haul.

12-27-2014, 09:18 AM	#75
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,833 Original Poster	Originally posted by magkelly I scooped it up and RAN... Sounds like you stole that deal, good for you... everybody needs a winner every now and again, enjoy.