Goolwa, Australia Pentax K-1 Launch..... billed as largest K-1 event in the world!

Sandy Hancock · 05-08-2016, 04:10 AM

In addition to the lenses mentioned by Noel, the DFA*70-200 and a slew of autofocus wide primes (FA20, FA*24, F28) will be there, and quite likely by then either a DFA15-30 or DFA24-70.

I will look into the logistics of a video feed. Not something I have done, but it can't be that hard can it?

**Kerrowdown** · 05-08-2016, 04:21 AM

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

I will look into the logistics of a video feed. Not something I have done, but it can't be that hard can it?

I've no idea, but I just think it would be a really fun and cool thing to do, it would further join all the members here in the Pentax spirit of camaraderie.

A bit a problem though... getting to the free pizzas and beer (I added the beer bit, cos I believe it was only pizzas on offer).

p38arover · 05-08-2016, 04:29 AM

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

In addition to the lenses mentioned by Noel, the DFA*70-200 and a slew of autofocus wide primes (FA20, FA*24, F28) will be there, and quite likely by then either a DFA15-30 or DFA24-70.

Do I need to send the DA *60-250 back to you?

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

II will look into the logistics of a video feed. Not something I have done, but it can't be that hard can it?

Well, get onto the ABC. This year is the 50th anniversary of the first satellite telecast into Australia (between the UK and Oz).

See Australia's first ever live televised overseas broadcast - 80 Days That Changed Our Lives - ABC Archives.

I worked at Carnarvon Satellite Earth Station 1971-72

noelpolar · 05-08-2016, 04:37 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

In addition to the lenses mentioned by Noel, the DFA*70-200 and a slew of autofocus wide primes (FA20, FA*24, F28) will be there, and quite likely by then either a DFA15-30 or DFA24-70.

I will look into the logistics of a video feed. Not something I have done, but it can't be that hard can it?

I have good ADSL2. etc..... so can be done..... but no live feed of tossing the pizza bases.....

Also.....have you ordered both?

We could do a field trip to the river as well...... weather is looking ok.

---------- Post added 08-05-16 at 09:20 PM ----------

Given Sandy is bringing most of his Pentax stuff...... then some thoughts are

1. K50/1.2 v's A50/1.2
2. Sigma 70-200/2.8 v's DFA 70-200/2.8
3. Red Wine v's Pale Ale as a Pizza accompaniment

**clackers** · 05-08-2016, 05:19 AM

Originally posted by noelpolar

1. K50/1.2 v's A50/1.2
2. Sigma 70-200/2.8 v's DFA 70-200/2.8
3. Red Wine v's Pale Ale as a Pizza accompaniment

All the big issues. Fiery words might be exchanged, but stay civilized, guys!

**Kerrowdown** · 05-08-2016, 05:22 AM

Originally posted by noelpolar

K50/1.2 v's A50/1.2

That'll be interesting...

Originally posted by noelpolar

Red Wine v's Pale Ale as a Pizza accompaniment

But this will be very interesting.

p38arover · 05-08-2016, 05:28 AM

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

But this will be very interesting.

Nah! I recently tried a Pale Ale as our daughter's boyfriend drinks it. Terrible stuff, I went back to red wine.

noelpolar · 05-08-2016, 05:29 AM

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

That'll be interesting...

But this will be very interesting.

Quite a contrast in testers as well...... Dynamic Medical Professional v's Retired Postal Worker.

**clackers** · 05-08-2016, 05:31 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by noelpolar

Quite a contrast in testers as well...... Dynamic Medical Professional v's Retired Postal Worker.

That's either a buddy movie or a sitcom in the making.

**Kerrowdown** · 05-08-2016, 05:35 AM

Originally posted by clackers

That's either a buddy movie or a sitcom in the making

The real question is... have they met before?

**monochrome** · 05-08-2016, 05:40 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by noelpolar

Given Sandy is bringing most of his Pentax stuff...... then some thoughts are

1. K50/1.2 v's A50/1.2
2. Sigma 70-200/2.8 v's DFA 70-200/2.8
3. Red Wine v's Pale Ale as a Pizza accompaniment

Originally posted by clackers

All the big issues. Fiery words might be exchanged, but stay civilized, guys!

The vs. suggests you intend to declare a winner, which is a bad attitude. Comparison rather than competition is called for.

You need both 50's
You need both zooms
You need both libations

pathdoc · 05-08-2016, 05:49 AM

Originally posted by noelpolar

Whilst his photographic qualifications are beyond approach,

I think you mean "reproach"

Originally posted by noelpolar

his pizza making skills are undocumented.....too risky.

Yes, but having his huge lens collection to try out on the K-1, and the testing bench besides, should be more than enough compensation for any true Pentaxian. And surely there are enough good pizza houses in Adelaide that some alternative solution should be possible?

You're putting pizza ahead of lenses? Jeez, what sort of photographer are you?

HYS · 05-08-2016, 06:09 AM

O-o-o! So far from me (:!

**UncleVanya** · 05-08-2016, 06:59 AM

Google Hangouts is a reasonable option for a laptop with a webcam.
If Sandy wants to try it out as a test I can work with him before the big event.
I'm partial to a good lager with pizza.

surfar · 05-08-2016, 08:58 AM

Digi WHO?

05-08-2016, 05:40 AM - 2 Likes	#26
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by noelpolar Given Sandy is bringing most of his Pentax stuff...... then some thoughts are 1. K50/1.2 v's A50/1.2 2. Sigma 70-200/2.8 v's DFA 70-200/2.8 3. Red Wine v's Pale Ale as a Pizza accompaniment Originally posted by clackers All the big issues. Fiery words might be exchanged, but stay civilized, guys! The vs. suggests you intend to declare a winner, which is a bad attitude. Comparison rather than competition is called for. You need both 50's You need both zooms You need both libations Last edited by monochrome; 05-08-2016 at 06:07 AM.

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05-08-2016, 04:10 AM	#16
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,275	In addition to the lenses mentioned by Noel, the DFA70-200 and a slew of autofocus wide primes (FA20, FA24, F28) will be there, and quite likely by then either a DFA15-30 or DFA24-70. I will look into the logistics of a video feed. Not something I have done, but it can't be that hard can it?

05-08-2016, 04:21 AM	#17
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,835	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock I will look into the logistics of a video feed. Not something I have done, but it can't be that hard can it? I've no idea, but I just think it would be a really fun and cool thing to do, it would further join all the members here in the Pentax spirit of camaraderie. A bit a problem though... getting to the free pizzas and beer (I added the beer bit, cos I believe it was only pizzas on offer).

05-08-2016, 04:29 AM	#18
p38arover Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Western Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,084	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock In addition to the lenses mentioned by Noel, the DFA70-200 and a slew of autofocus wide primes (FA20, FA24, F28) will be there, and quite likely by then either a DFA15-30 or DFA24-70. Do I need to send the DA *60-250 back to you? Originally posted by Sandy Hancock II will look into the logistics of a video feed. Not something I have done, but it can't be that hard can it? Well, get onto the ABC. This year is the 50th anniversary of the first satellite telecast into Australia (between the UK and Oz). See Australia's first ever live televised overseas broadcast - 80 Days That Changed Our Lives - ABC Archives. I worked at Carnarvon Satellite Earth Station 1971-72

05-08-2016, 04:37 AM - 1 Like	#19
noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310 Original Poster	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock In addition to the lenses mentioned by Noel, the DFA70-200 and a slew of autofocus wide primes (FA20, FA24, F28) will be there, and quite likely by then either a DFA15-30 or DFA24-70. I will look into the logistics of a video feed. Not something I have done, but it can't be that hard can it? I have good ADSL2. etc..... so can be done..... but no live feed of tossing the pizza bases..... Also.....have you ordered both? We could do a field trip to the river as well...... weather is looking ok. ---------- Post added 08-05-16 at 09:20 PM ---------- Given Sandy is bringing most of his Pentax stuff...... then some thoughts are 1. K50/1.2 v's A50/1.2 2. Sigma 70-200/2.8 v's DFA 70-200/2.8 3. Red Wine v's Pale Ale as a Pizza accompaniment

05-08-2016, 05:19 AM	#20
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by noelpolar 1. K50/1.2 v's A50/1.2 2. Sigma 70-200/2.8 v's DFA 70-200/2.8 3. Red Wine v's Pale Ale as a Pizza accompaniment All the big issues. Fiery words might be exchanged, but stay civilized, guys!

05-08-2016, 05:22 AM	#21
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,835	Originally posted by noelpolar K50/1.2 v's A50/1.2 That'll be interesting... Originally posted by noelpolar Red Wine v's Pale Ale as a Pizza accompaniment But this will be very interesting.

05-08-2016, 05:28 AM	#22
p38arover Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Western Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,084	Originally posted by Kerrowdown But this will be very interesting. Nah! I recently tried a Pale Ale as our daughter's boyfriend drinks it. Terrible stuff, I went back to red wine.

05-08-2016, 05:29 AM	#23
noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310 Original Poster	Originally posted by Kerrowdown That'll be interesting... But this will be very interesting. Quite a contrast in testers as well...... Dynamic Medical Professional v's Retired Postal Worker.

05-08-2016, 05:31 AM - 1 Like	#24
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by noelpolar Quite a contrast in testers as well...... Dynamic Medical Professional v's Retired Postal Worker. That's either a buddy movie or a sitcom in the making.

05-08-2016, 05:35 AM	#25
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,835	Originally posted by clackers That's either a buddy movie or a sitcom in the making The real question is... have they met before?

05-08-2016, 05:49 AM	#27
pathdoc Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,381	Originally posted by noelpolar Whilst his photographic qualifications are beyond approach, I think you mean "reproach" Originally posted by noelpolar his pizza making skills are undocumented.....too risky. Yes, but having his huge lens collection to try out on the K-1, and the testing bench besides, should be more than enough compensation for any true Pentaxian. And surely there are enough good pizza houses in Adelaide that some alternative solution should be possible? You're putting pizza ahead of lenses? Jeez, what sort of photographer are you?

05-08-2016, 06:09 AM	#28
HYS Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 377	O-o-o! So far from me (:!

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,445	Google Hangouts is a reasonable option for a laptop with a webcam. If Sandy wants to try it out as a test I can work with him before the big event. I'm partial to a good lager with pizza.

05-08-2016, 08:58 AM	#30
surfar Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: mid nth coast,nsw Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,142	Digi WHO?