Game Single in August 2022

**Riggomatic** · 08-01-2022, 06:10 AM

Originally posted by mbceft

HI guys,

Been awhile since I've been here. Bought an X Pro3 at the end of 2021 and have been pre-occupied with learning that machine and the native 33 1.4. Well, a heart attack later and I'm getting back to taking photos on a regular basis again. I really enjoy using my old Pentax glass on the Fuji and there is always so much inspiration here so why not come back to the fold.

I sold quite a bit of my gear so my choices are limited at the moment. I'll start August simple with an M50 1.7 on the X Pro 3. Maybe all one film simulation but I'm not sure about that yet.
Also need to remember to add the theme days to my calendar this time :-)

See you in the daily.

Mike B

Welcome back

mbceft · 08-01-2022, 08:15 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Riggomatic

Welcome back

Thank you sir! Let’s see if I can make an entire month :-)

Mike B

**iheiramo** · 08-01-2022, 11:22 AM - **2 Likes**

My main complain on July was M42 mount, so logically for August I decided to choose an lens with M42 mount. Yashinon Tomioka 60/2.8 macro shall be my lens this month.

Tsuken · 08-01-2022, 02:43 PM

Originally posted by iheiramo

My main complain on July was M42 mount, so logically for August I decided to choose an lens with M42 mount. Yashinon Tomioka 60/2.8 macro shall be my lens this month.

Oh dear (he says, having gone with M42 this month as well…) What was your gripe with the M42?

---------- Post added 2nd Aug 2022 at 07:44 AM ----------

Originally posted by mbceft

HI guys,

Been awhile since I've been here. Bought an X Pro3 at the end of 2021 and have been pre-occupied with learning that machine and the native 33 1.4. Well, a heart attack later and I'm getting back to taking photos on a regular basis again. I really enjoy using my old Pentax glass on the Fuji and there is always so much inspiration here so why not come back to the fold.

I sold quite a bit of my gear so my choices are limited at the moment. I'll start August simple with an M50 1.7 on the X Pro 3. Maybe all one film simulation but I'm not sure about that yet.
Also need to remember to add the theme days to my calendar this time :-)

See you in the daily.

Mike B

Welcome back Mike 8)

mbceft · 08-01-2022, 03:19 PM

Originally posted by Tsuken

Oh dear (he says, having gone with M42 this month as well…) What was your gripe with the M42?

---------- Post added 2nd Aug 2022 at 07:44 AM ----------

Welcome back Mike 8)

Thank you sir - good to be back

gifthorse · 08-01-2022, 04:01 PM - **2 Likes**

After a long hiatus I'm going to give the Single In a try with a Pentax A 50 1.4. I actually bought the lens several years ago as a night landscape lens and was very excited to give it a try but haven't got to use it until now. I'm hoping this works out.

**robgski** · 08-01-2022, 06:03 PM - **1 Like**

So many retrurning to the SIC this month, I'm in good company! welcome back to you all.

jimr-pdx · 08-01-2022, 09:11 PM - **1 Like**

Hm. Since i already shot with it but computer is closed for the evening, i guess my choice is (again?) K-s2 and M85/2. I called this team a few months ago but never got off my virtual arse to post :√|

**Roam Redway** · 08-01-2022, 10:04 PM - **2 Likes**

I enjoyed my posts in April, missed May and June, and made it through July with only a couple of misses. Hoping to make it two months in a row now with the August challenge.
Like many of you, I like taking close ups. I have all 3 of the current "true" Macro Pentax lenses. Ordinarily, I reach for the HD DA 35mm F2.8 when I want to shoot very close. I love the IQ of that lens.

In April, I decided to re-acquaint myself with the D-FA 100mm F2.8 Macro.

This month, I'm picking up the D-FA 50mm F2.8. Macro. I bought it from a Forum member two years ago and have never really used it. Looking forward to getting to know it.

Greg

**iheiramo** · 08-01-2022, 10:15 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Tsuken

Oh dear (he says, having gone with M42 this month as well…) What was your gripe with the M42?

Dark viewfinder when stopped down and lack of catch in focus. Preset lens helps the first this month.

Tsuken · 08-01-2022, 11:36 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by iheiramo

Dark viewfinder when stopped down and lack of catch in focus. Preset lens helps the first this month.

Ah ok. Switching the auto/manual switch on this to auto opens it up for a bright viewfinder for focusing- just need to go back to manual (I think) for it to stop down for the photo if desired.

And I’ve used catch in focus perhaps three times ever xP So I shouldn’t miss it (nothing against it; I just don’t think of it)

**iheiramo** · 08-02-2022, 12:59 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Tsuken

Ah ok. Switching the auto/manual switch on this to auto opens it up for a bright viewfinder for focusing- just need to go back to manual (I think) for it to stop down for the photo if desired.

And I’ve used catch in focus perhaps three times ever xP So I shouldn’t miss it (nothing against it; I just don’t think of it)

My lens last month didn't have switch. It had auto pin which I had to jam down to get the lens working. Therefore there were no quick shift from wide open to desired aperture. Basically you had to focus at aperture you desired to shoot.

CIF is very handy in shooting moving targets. Basically turns manual lens into semi-auto. Keep button down and try to follow target with focus.

**robgski** · 08-02-2022, 02:22 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by iheiramo

CIF is very handy in shooting moving targets

I also use it for hand held Macro.

**W412ren** · 08-04-2022, 02:11 PM - **2 Likes**

4 days in, 4 pics up but time seems to be escaping me. Still not started commenting but I will tomorrow

Tsuken · 08-04-2022, 02:44 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by iheiramo

My lens last month didn't have switch. It had auto pin which I had to jam down to get the lens working. Therefore there were no quick shift from wide open to desired aperture. Basically you had to focus at aperture you desired to shoot.

CIF is very handy in shooting moving targets. Basically turns manual lens into semi-auto. Keep button down and try to follow target with focus.

Ah that would definitely make a big difference.

CiF always sounds really good. I just haven’t put in the time to get a handle on it - or get it to be in my memory of tools to use.

08-01-2022, 10:04 PM - 2 Likes	#39
Roam Redway Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: California's Gold Country Posts: 98	Two in a row? I enjoyed my posts in April, missed May and June, and made it through July with only a couple of misses. Hoping to make it two months in a row now with the August challenge. Like many of you, I like taking close ups. I have all 3 of the current "true" Macro Pentax lenses. Ordinarily, I reach for the HD DA 35mm F2.8 when I want to shoot very close. I love the IQ of that lens. In April, I decided to re-acquaint myself with the D-FA 100mm F2.8 Macro. This month, I'm picking up the D-FA 50mm F2.8. Macro. I bought it from a Forum member two years ago and have never really used it. Looking forward to getting to know it. Greg

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08-01-2022, 06:10 AM	#31
Riggomatic Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Auburn, Indiana Photos: Albums Posts: 3,886	Originally posted by mbceft HI guys, Been awhile since I've been here. Bought an X Pro3 at the end of 2021 and have been pre-occupied with learning that machine and the native 33 1.4. Well, a heart attack later and I'm getting back to taking photos on a regular basis again. I really enjoy using my old Pentax glass on the Fuji and there is always so much inspiration here so why not come back to the fold. I sold quite a bit of my gear so my choices are limited at the moment. I'll start August simple with an M50 1.7 on the X Pro 3. Maybe all one film simulation but I'm not sure about that yet. Also need to remember to add the theme days to my calendar this time :-) See you in the daily. Mike B Welcome back

08-01-2022, 08:15 AM - 1 Like	#32
mbceft Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Aurora, IL Photos: Albums Posts: 293	Originally posted by Riggomatic Welcome back Thank you sir! Let’s see if I can make an entire month :-) Mike B

08-01-2022, 11:22 AM - 2 Likes	#33
iheiramo Unoriginal Poster Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Espoo Photos: Albums Posts: 3,182	My main complain on July was M42 mount, so logically for August I decided to choose an lens with M42 mount. Yashinon Tomioka 60/2.8 macro shall be my lens this month.

08-01-2022, 02:43 PM	#34
Tsuken Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,420	Originally posted by iheiramo My main complain on July was M42 mount, so logically for August I decided to choose an lens with M42 mount. Yashinon Tomioka 60/2.8 macro shall be my lens this month. Oh dear (he says, having gone with M42 this month as well…) What was your gripe with the M42? ---------- Post added 2nd Aug 2022 at 07:44 AM ---------- Originally posted by mbceft HI guys, Been awhile since I've been here. Bought an X Pro3 at the end of 2021 and have been pre-occupied with learning that machine and the native 33 1.4. Well, a heart attack later and I'm getting back to taking photos on a regular basis again. I really enjoy using my old Pentax glass on the Fuji and there is always so much inspiration here so why not come back to the fold. I sold quite a bit of my gear so my choices are limited at the moment. I'll start August simple with an M50 1.7 on the X Pro 3. Maybe all one film simulation but I'm not sure about that yet. Also need to remember to add the theme days to my calendar this time :-) See you in the daily. Mike B Welcome back Mike 8)

08-01-2022, 03:19 PM	#35
mbceft Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Aurora, IL Photos: Albums Posts: 293	Originally posted by Tsuken Oh dear (he says, having gone with M42 this month as well…) What was your gripe with the M42? ---------- Post added 2nd Aug 2022 at 07:44 AM ---------- Welcome back Mike 8) Thank you sir - good to be back

08-01-2022, 04:01 PM - 2 Likes	#36
gifthorse Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Nevada Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,945	After a long hiatus I'm going to give the Single In a try with a Pentax A 50 1.4. I actually bought the lens several years ago as a night landscape lens and was very excited to give it a try but haven't got to use it until now. I'm hoping this works out.

08-01-2022, 06:03 PM - 1 Like	#37
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,816	So many retrurning to the SIC this month, I'm in good company! welcome back to you all.

08-01-2022, 09:11 PM - 1 Like	#38
jimr-pdx Pentaxian Join Date: May 2010 Location: now 1 hour north of PDX Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,897	Hm. Since i already shot with it but computer is closed for the evening, i guess my choice is (again?) K-s2 and M85/2. I called this team a few months ago but never got off my virtual arse to post :√\|

08-01-2022, 10:15 PM - 1 Like	#40
iheiramo Unoriginal Poster Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Espoo Photos: Albums Posts: 3,182	Originally posted by Tsuken Oh dear (he says, having gone with M42 this month as well…) What was your gripe with the M42? Dark viewfinder when stopped down and lack of catch in focus. Preset lens helps the first this month.

08-01-2022, 11:36 PM - 1 Like	#41
Tsuken Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,420	Originally posted by iheiramo Dark viewfinder when stopped down and lack of catch in focus. Preset lens helps the first this month. Ah ok. Switching the auto/manual switch on this to auto opens it up for a bright viewfinder for focusing- just need to go back to manual (I think) for it to stop down for the photo if desired. And I’ve used catch in focus perhaps three times ever xP So I shouldn’t miss it (nothing against it; I just don’t think of it)

08-02-2022, 12:59 AM - 1 Like	#42
iheiramo Unoriginal Poster Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Espoo Photos: Albums Posts: 3,182	Originally posted by Tsuken Ah ok. Switching the auto/manual switch on this to auto opens it up for a bright viewfinder for focusing- just need to go back to manual (I think) for it to stop down for the photo if desired. And I’ve used catch in focus perhaps three times ever xP So I shouldn’t miss it (nothing against it; I just don’t think of it) My lens last month didn't have switch. It had auto pin which I had to jam down to get the lens working. Therefore there were no quick shift from wide open to desired aperture. Basically you had to focus at aperture you desired to shoot. CIF is very handy in shooting moving targets. Basically turns manual lens into semi-auto. Keep button down and try to follow target with focus.

08-02-2022, 02:22 AM - 1 Like	#43
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,816	Originally posted by iheiramo CIF is very handy in shooting moving targets I also use it for hand held Macro.

08-04-2022, 02:11 PM - 2 Likes	#44
W412ren Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Fareham, Hampshire Photos: Albums Posts: 570	4 days in, 4 pics up but time seems to be escaping me. Still not started commenting but I will tomorrow

08-04-2022, 02:44 PM - 1 Like	#45
Tsuken Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,420	Originally posted by iheiramo My lens last month didn't have switch. It had auto pin which I had to jam down to get the lens working. Therefore there were no quick shift from wide open to desired aperture. Basically you had to focus at aperture you desired to shoot. CIF is very handy in shooting moving targets. Basically turns manual lens into semi-auto. Keep button down and try to follow target with focus. Ah that would definitely make a big difference. CiF always sounds really good. I just haven’t put in the time to get a handle on it - or get it to be in my memory of tools to use.