Game Single In - September, 2018

**pepperberry farm** · 08-28-2018, 02:48 AM

Originally posted by Minimonster

I'm thinking of a zoom, M 75-150 or M 35-70. I know the 75-150 is good but have only just acquired the 35-70 which has very good reviews....

I have the A version of the 35-70 and it is pretty nice - some day I'll get around to Singling with it (but not September)...

wolfiegirl · 08-28-2018, 03:43 AM - **3 Likes**

thinking of throwing my hat back in the ring. i have come into possession/ownership of a kp, and i'm ITCHING to put it through its paces.

as to lens.. no idea. but i'd love to get to know this kp better, and the customised buttons with iso and selective focus is just... FREEEEDOM!!! LOL

Sandy Hancock · 08-28-2018, 04:28 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by wolfiegirl

as to lens.. no idea.

I have an idea

wolfiegirl · 08-28-2018, 04:30 AM

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

I have an idea

Bwahahhaa. You reckon it’ll arrive that quickly eh? Lol

Sandy Hancock · 08-28-2018, 04:36 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by wolfiegirl

Bwahahhaa. You reckon it’ll arrive that quickly eh? Lol

I'll try

wolfiegirl · 08-28-2018, 04:42 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

I'll try

No pressure. I have the theta now too - although I am still working that one out atm

**Minimonster** · 08-29-2018, 12:26 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

I have the A version of the 35-70 and it is pretty nice - some day I'll get around to Singling with it (but not September)...

I have the F version which is nice but I fancy manual focus for September...

pathdoc · 08-29-2018, 08:21 AM - **2 Likes**

I... may be in.

All being well and no work or personal disasters supervening, I'm going on a Disney cruise with my family. I've decided on a kit of the DA18-135 on the K-5 and possibly the DA50 for if the lighting gets poor. I figure 18mm and f/3.5 is wide enough in both aperture and field of view that I can leave the DA15/4.0 at home.

I am not completely sure what sort of internet there is on the boat, but I'm taking a tablet that would let me transfer shots, and if I get any good ones you might see me taking part this month.

**babywriter** · 08-29-2018, 11:46 AM - **2 Likes**

Looks like I'm doing a bunch of portraits in September. I've asked friends on Facebook to allow me to make portraits of them, to stretch both my skills and my flash/light management mojo. I'm in the process of setting up appointments now, and I've purchased a first-ever reflector to experiment with. These pics will be done on-location, with existing light, the reflector, and one or two speedlights reflecting into an umbrella, if needed.

So, with all those variables going on, I need to be able to totally depend upon the lens. I'm going with the DA* 50-135 again.

**UncleVanya** · 08-29-2018, 12:02 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by babywriter

Looks like I'm doing a bunch of portraits in September. I've asked friends on Facebook to allow me to make portraits of them, to stretch both my skills and my flash/light management mojo. I'm in the process of setting up appointments now, and I've purchased a first-ever reflector to experiment with. These pics will be done on-location, with existing light, the reflector, and one or two speedlights reflecting into an umbrella, if needed.

So, with all those variables going on, I need to be able to totally depend upon the lens. I'm going with the DA* 50-135 again.

Fantastic lens. Good plan on the portraits too. I'm very keen to see how this comes out.

pathdoc · 08-30-2018, 04:53 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pathdoc

I... may be in.

All being well and no work or personal disasters supervening, I'm going on a Disney cruise with my family. I've decided on a kit of the DA18-135 on the K-5 and possibly the DA50 for if the lighting gets poor. I figure 18mm and f/3.5 is wide enough in both aperture and field of view that I can leave the DA15/4.0 at home.

I am not completely sure what sort of internet there is on the boat, but I'm taking a tablet that would let me transfer shots, and if I get any good ones you might see me taking part this month.

Have found out that on-boat WiFi might be expensive, so I will probably have to post the pictures of the relevant days in the relevant threads when I am back on dry land. Depending on how I feel, I might potentially even run with the DA50/1.8 for the month instead.

ChatMechant · 08-30-2018, 07:56 AM - **1 Like**

I'm in for a good old fashioned Single-in-September. My crazy summer work schedule should be winding down and it's the time of year we get epic sunsets. Leaning towards using the 31, but have also wanted to do the A70-210. or the 90 macro. Could also do the FA50 1.4......

**UncleVanya** · 08-30-2018, 12:48 PM - **2 Likes**

Am I crazy to think the $8 Tokina 35-70 f.3.5-4.8 could be my choice? I'm really not fond of manual focus but... it would put it through its paces.

**pepperberry farm** · 08-30-2018, 01:14 PM

Originally posted by unclevanya

am i crazy to think the $8 tokina 35-70 f.3.5-4.8 could be my choice? I'm really not fond of manual focus but... It would put it through its paces.

cRaZy!!!

**pepperberry farm** · 08-31-2018, 08:35 AM

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

In!!!

probably with the Vivitar 55mm f2.8 Macro...

this may change as of today - new lens is supposed to arrive today, so we'll see....

08-29-2018, 08:21 AM - 2 Likes	#23
pathdoc Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,381	I... may be in. All being well and no work or personal disasters supervening, I'm going on a Disney cruise with my family. I've decided on a kit of the DA18-135 on the K-5 and possibly the DA50 for if the lighting gets poor. I figure 18mm and f/3.5 is wide enough in both aperture and field of view that I can leave the DA15/4.0 at home. I am not completely sure what sort of internet there is on the boat, but I'm taking a tablet that would let me transfer shots, and if I get any good ones you might see me taking part this month. Last edited by pathdoc; 08-30-2018 at 04:49 AM.

08-30-2018, 01:14 PM	#29
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,678	Originally posted by unclevanya am i crazy to think the $8 tokina 35-70 f.3.5-4.8 could be my choice? I'm really not fond of manual focus but... It would put it through its paces. cRaZy!!! Last edited by pepperberry farm; 08-30-2018 at 03:38 PM.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Weekly Challenge Picture of the Week (POTW) # 471 - 4 September to 18 September 2017	MadMathMind	Weekly Photo Challenges	11	09-21-2017 05:41 AM
Picture of the Week #420 4th September to 18th September 2016	SD_Bob	Weekly Photo Challenges	10	09-18-2017 02:48 AM
Caption Contest September 24th - September 30th	SJM	Weekly Photo Challenges	21	10-04-2016 04:56 PM
Picture of the Week #421 11th September to 25th September 2016	SD_Bob	Weekly Photo Challenges	2	09-25-2016 06:36 AM
Caption Contest September 17th through September 23rd	W.j.christy	Weekly Photo Challenges	8	09-23-2016 07:49 PM

08-28-2018, 02:48 AM	#16
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,678	Originally posted by Minimonster I'm thinking of a zoom, M 75-150 or M 35-70. I know the 75-150 is good but have only just acquired the 35-70 which has very good reviews.... I have the A version of the 35-70 and it is pretty nice - some day I'll get around to Singling with it (but not September)...

08-28-2018, 03:43 AM - 3 Likes	#17
wolfiegirl Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Mystery Bay, NSW Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,111	thinking of throwing my hat back in the ring. i have come into possession/ownership of a kp, and i'm ITCHING to put it through its paces. as to lens.. no idea. but i'd love to get to know this kp better, and the customised buttons with iso and selective focus is just... FREEEEDOM!!! LOL

08-28-2018, 04:28 AM - 1 Like	#18
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	Originally posted by wolfiegirl as to lens.. no idea. I have an idea

08-28-2018, 04:30 AM	#19
wolfiegirl Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Mystery Bay, NSW Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,111	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock I have an idea Bwahahhaa. You reckon it’ll arrive that quickly eh? Lol

08-28-2018, 04:36 AM - 1 Like	#20
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	Originally posted by wolfiegirl Bwahahhaa. You reckon it’ll arrive that quickly eh? Lol I'll try

08-28-2018, 04:42 AM - 2 Likes	#21
wolfiegirl Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Mystery Bay, NSW Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,111	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock I'll try No pressure. I have the theta now too - although I am still working that one out atm

08-29-2018, 12:26 AM - 1 Like	#22
Minimonster Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2018 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,065	Originally posted by pepperberry farm I have the A version of the 35-70 and it is pretty nice - some day I'll get around to Singling with it (but not September)... I have the F version which is nice but I fancy manual focus for September...

08-29-2018, 11:46 AM - 2 Likes	#24
babywriter Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: central Iowa Photos: Gallery Posts: 969 Original Poster	Looks like I'm doing a bunch of portraits in September. I've asked friends on Facebook to allow me to make portraits of them, to stretch both my skills and my flash/light management mojo. I'm in the process of setting up appointments now, and I've purchased a first-ever reflector to experiment with. These pics will be done on-location, with existing light, the reflector, and one or two speedlights reflecting into an umbrella, if needed. So, with all those variables going on, I need to be able to totally depend upon the lens. I'm going with the DA* 50-135 again.

08-29-2018, 12:02 PM - 1 Like	#25
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,403	Originally posted by babywriter Looks like I'm doing a bunch of portraits in September. I've asked friends on Facebook to allow me to make portraits of them, to stretch both my skills and my flash/light management mojo. I'm in the process of setting up appointments now, and I've purchased a first-ever reflector to experiment with. These pics will be done on-location, with existing light, the reflector, and one or two speedlights reflecting into an umbrella, if needed. So, with all those variables going on, I need to be able to totally depend upon the lens. I'm going with the DA* 50-135 again. Fantastic lens. Good plan on the portraits too. I'm very keen to see how this comes out.

08-30-2018, 04:53 AM - 1 Like	#26
pathdoc Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,381	Originally posted by pathdoc I... may be in. All being well and no work or personal disasters supervening, I'm going on a Disney cruise with my family. I've decided on a kit of the DA18-135 on the K-5 and possibly the DA50 for if the lighting gets poor. I figure 18mm and f/3.5 is wide enough in both aperture and field of view that I can leave the DA15/4.0 at home. I am not completely sure what sort of internet there is on the boat, but I'm taking a tablet that would let me transfer shots, and if I get any good ones you might see me taking part this month. Have found out that on-boat WiFi might be expensive, so I will probably have to post the pictures of the relevant days in the relevant threads when I am back on dry land. Depending on how I feel, I might potentially even run with the DA50/1.8 for the month instead.

08-30-2018, 07:56 AM - 1 Like	#27
ChatMechant Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Matsuyama Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,284	I'm in for a good old fashioned Single-in-September. My crazy summer work schedule should be winding down and it's the time of year we get epic sunsets. Leaning towards using the 31, but have also wanted to do the A70-210. or the 90 macro. Could also do the FA50 1.4......

08-30-2018, 12:48 PM - 2 Likes	#28
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,403	Am I crazy to think the $8 Tokina 35-70 f.3.5-4.8 could be my choice? I'm really not fond of manual focus but... it would put it through its paces.

08-31-2018, 08:35 AM	#30
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,678	Originally posted by pepperberry farm In!!! probably with the Vivitar 55mm f2.8 Macro... this may change as of today - new lens is supposed to arrive today, so we'll see....