Game Single in December 2022

**robgski** · 12-07-2022, 02:23 PM - **2 Likes**

I am enjoying the month off, so far I have been too busy on my trip to really dedicate time to photography. That didn’t stop me from visiting a camera store for a filter adapter ring, and I walked out with a used Sigma 50mm and a use Sigma 170-500mm, both are in excellent shape, and I got both for a good price.
Time to put on my hiking shoes and scout out a location nearby.

**JensE** · 12-08-2022, 05:48 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by UncleVanya

This month I’m shooting the DA* 55. Again both on Sony A7rIII and KP, K-3, K100D super, etc.

If I continue to look at your posts, I may 'forget' to sell the DA*55 - which was actually my plan that I shared with my wife when she asked that I sell some lenses in exchange for the just ordered HD FA43 and the DA*50/1.4 in spring. She was rightfully concerned about both storage space and enough time to use at least some of the 50s regularly ... But please keep making it difficult!

**UncleVanya** · 12-08-2022, 07:40 PM

Originally posted by JensE

If I continue to look at your posts, I may 'forget' to sell the DA*55 - which was actually my plan that I shared with my wife when she asked that I sell some lenses in exchange for the just ordered HD FA43 and the DA*50/1.4 in spring. She was rightfully concerned about both storage space and enough time to use at least some of the 50s regularly ... But please keep making it difficult!

Lol. It’s a fine plan but I suspect it may falter.

Chris_K · 12-09-2022, 12:38 PM - **1 Like**

Too busy a day to capture anything worth posting, but I saw a beautiful view in the morning. Factory chimneys and cooling towers with a rising sun in the background. It was on a highway, so there was no chance of stopping and shooting, at least not without some preparation. I'll keep this location and time in mind, though.

shedendman · 12-09-2022, 04:00 PM - **1 Like**

Might be me,but i'm beginning to think the lens i used in movember gave me more joy(and results) than the plastic fantastic i'm using now,still,only 9 days in,to early to make a call as yet

**UncleVanya** · 12-09-2022, 04:10 PM - **1 Like**

I’m enjoying the DA* 55

**pepperberry farm** · 12-09-2022, 05:22 PM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

I’m enjoying the DA* 55

it's a great lens - I love my copy ....

**UncleVanya** · 12-14-2022, 10:17 PM - **1 Like**

I’ve crashed and burned but I’ll try to get back in the saddle. My life is very chaotic right now. Let’s just say that in one week I had two family members in for planned surgeries, one family member in the ER, and one family member home for the holidays from college that I had to go get and bring home because he can’t drive… one family member has a steep slope of cognitive decline, another is mentally a child. It’s a messy situation all the time but this month has pushed things to the brink.

While I enjoy photography and find it a release - I’m hard pressed to do anything other than work, cook, and help keep the universe from imploding.

Despite all I am quite happy in general and we are making most of it work out so far.

garywakeling · 12-15-2022, 02:08 AM - **1 Like**

Well mid month and after a hectic trip away I am thinking that I might finally be getting back in to the swing of picture taking as well. The DA L 50-200mm has a nice range on the APS-C sensor , the light weight and compact size make for an easy to handle package as well. The telephoto end seems pretty sharp to my eye and I am looking forward to the rest of the month with it.

**jersey** · 12-15-2022, 03:37 AM - **1 Like**

For me it was a month as any from late spetember. Since I decided to get rid of all my limited primes I am left with 20-40 only in normal range and I am happy with this lens. Small, compact, great IQ. I tend to go wider in general so 20-30 range is perfect for me - not too wide like 15, not to narrow like 35 and 40mm. 30-40 is additional bonus for some situations. I would not mind having a "x2" switch on the barrel for some longer street shots like architectural details that are too high for 40mm, but with K-3/3 I can easily crop and still be happy so I think it is purrfect normal zoom for my needs.

**pepperberry farm** · 12-15-2022, 04:54 AM - **1 Like**

I'm trudging along with the Tak 55/2.2 - nothing wrong with the lens, just not as crisp as later 55's....

this one is probably going to be included in the January lens sale...

**robgski** · 12-15-2022, 07:43 AM

Originally posted by Chris_K

Too busy a day to capture anything worth posting, but I saw a beautiful view in the morning. Factory chimneys and cooling towers with a rising sun in the background. It was on a highway, so there was no chance of stopping and shooting, at least not without some preparation. I'll keep this location and time in mind, though.

Whether I am in a city or in the countryside, I am often frustrated when there is no place to pull over and take a picture.

**UncleVanya** · 12-15-2022, 07:56 AM

Originally posted by robgski

Whether I am in a city or in the countryside, I am often frustrated when there is no place to pull over and take a picture.

I’m with you on that. It’s particularly vexing with my dad involved since he is mobility challenged. I can park and walk back to a good vantage point, he can’t.

**robgski** · 12-15-2022, 08:37 AM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

I can park and walk back to a good vantage point, he can’t.

That is also a big challenge. Another factor is that often the place one can access is too low and blocked by terrain. Because of this, I am considering bringing a small ladder with me in my vehicle so I can get above the obstacles. If the situation allows, I wouldn't mind getting a small pickup truck, or at least a vehicle with a sunroof so I can get above eye and ground level.

**JensE** · 12-15-2022, 09:53 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by robgski

That is also a big challenge. Another factor is that often the place one can access is too low and blocked by terrain. Because of this, I am considering bringing a small ladder with me in my vehicle so I can get above the obstacles. If the situation allows, I wouldn't mind getting a small pickup truck, or at least a vehicle with a sunroof so I can get above eye and ground level.

I always wanted to try a monopod with wifi remote control in life view, which is more compact than a ladder. So far, I've mostly done that using the 12s timer. Aiming was OK for most wide-angle shots after a few attempts.

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12-07-2022, 02:23 PM - 2 Likes	#16
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,817	I am enjoying the month off, so far I have been too busy on my trip to really dedicate time to photography. That didn’t stop me from visiting a camera store for a filter adapter ring, and I walked out with a used Sigma 50mm and a use Sigma 170-500mm, both are in excellent shape, and I got both for a good price. Time to put on my hiking shoes and scout out a location nearby.

12-08-2022, 05:48 PM - 2 Likes	#17
JensE Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Leipzig Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,975	Originally posted by UncleVanya This month I’m shooting the DA* 55. Again both on Sony A7rIII and KP, K-3, K100D super, etc. If I continue to look at your posts, I may 'forget' to sell the DA55 - which was actually my plan that I shared with my wife when she asked that I sell some lenses in exchange for the just ordered HD FA43 and* the DA*50/1.4 in spring. She was rightfully concerned about both storage space and enough time to use at least some of the 50s regularly ... But please keep making it difficult!

12-08-2022, 07:40 PM	#18
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,459	Originally posted by JensE If I continue to look at your posts, I may 'forget' to sell the DA55 - which was actually my plan that I shared with my wife when she asked that I sell some lenses in exchange for the just ordered HD FA43 and* the DA*50/1.4 in spring. She was rightfully concerned about both storage space and enough time to use at least some of the 50s regularly ... But please keep making it difficult! Lol. It’s a fine plan but I suspect it may falter.

12-09-2022, 12:38 PM - 1 Like	#19
Chris_K Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Poland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,800	Too busy a day to capture anything worth posting, but I saw a beautiful view in the morning. Factory chimneys and cooling towers with a rising sun in the background. It was on a highway, so there was no chance of stopping and shooting, at least not without some preparation. I'll keep this location and time in mind, though.

12-09-2022, 04:00 PM - 1 Like	#20
shedendman Closed Account Join Date: May 2022 Location: East Sussex Photos: Albums Posts: 75	Might be me,but i'm beginning to think the lens i used in movember gave me more joy(and results) than the plastic fantastic i'm using now,still,only 9 days in,to early to make a call as yet

12-09-2022, 04:10 PM - 1 Like	#21
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,459	I’m enjoying the DA* 55

12-09-2022, 05:22 PM	#22
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,766	Originally posted by UncleVanya I’m enjoying the DA* 55 it's a great lens - I love my copy ....

12-14-2022, 10:17 PM - 1 Like	#23
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,459	I’ve crashed and burned but I’ll try to get back in the saddle. My life is very chaotic right now. Let’s just say that in one week I had two family members in for planned surgeries, one family member in the ER, and one family member home for the holidays from college that I had to go get and bring home because he can’t drive… one family member has a steep slope of cognitive decline, another is mentally a child. It’s a messy situation all the time but this month has pushed things to the brink. While I enjoy photography and find it a release - I’m hard pressed to do anything other than work, cook, and help keep the universe from imploding. Despite all I am quite happy in general and we are making most of it work out so far.

12-15-2022, 02:08 AM - 1 Like	#24
garywakeling Moderator Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,773	Well mid month and after a hectic trip away I am thinking that I might finally be getting back in to the swing of picture taking as well. The DA L 50-200mm has a nice range on the APS-C sensor , the light weight and compact size make for an easy to handle package as well. The telephoto end seems pretty sharp to my eye and I am looking forward to the rest of the month with it.

12-15-2022, 03:37 AM - 1 Like	#25
jersey Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: 3City agglomeration Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,062	For me it was a month as any from late spetember. Since I decided to get rid of all my limited primes I am left with 20-40 only in normal range and I am happy with this lens. Small, compact, great IQ. I tend to go wider in general so 20-30 range is perfect for me - not too wide like 15, not to narrow like 35 and 40mm. 30-40 is additional bonus for some situations. I would not mind having a "x2" switch on the barrel for some longer street shots like architectural details that are too high for 40mm, but with K-3/3 I can easily crop and still be happy so I think it is purrfect normal zoom for my needs.

12-15-2022, 04:54 AM - 1 Like	#26
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,766	I'm trudging along with the Tak 55/2.2 - nothing wrong with the lens, just not as crisp as later 55's.... this one is probably going to be included in the January lens sale...

12-15-2022, 07:43 AM	#27
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,817	Originally posted by Chris_K Too busy a day to capture anything worth posting, but I saw a beautiful view in the morning. Factory chimneys and cooling towers with a rising sun in the background. It was on a highway, so there was no chance of stopping and shooting, at least not without some preparation. I'll keep this location and time in mind, though. Whether I am in a city or in the countryside, I am often frustrated when there is no place to pull over and take a picture.

12-15-2022, 07:56 AM	#28
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,459	Originally posted by robgski Whether I am in a city or in the countryside, I am often frustrated when there is no place to pull over and take a picture. I’m with you on that. It’s particularly vexing with my dad involved since he is mobility challenged. I can park and walk back to a good vantage point, he can’t.

12-15-2022, 08:37 AM	#29
robgski Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,817	Originally posted by UncleVanya I can park and walk back to a good vantage point, he can’t. That is also a big challenge. Another factor is that often the place one can access is too low and blocked by terrain. Because of this, I am considering bringing a small ladder with me in my vehicle so I can get above the obstacles. If the situation allows, I wouldn't mind getting a small pickup truck, or at least a vehicle with a sunroof so I can get above eye and ground level.

12-15-2022, 09:53 AM - 2 Likes	#30
JensE Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Leipzig Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,975	Originally posted by robgski That is also a big challenge. Another factor is that often the place one can access is too low and blocked by terrain. Because of this, I am considering bringing a small ladder with me in my vehicle so I can get above the obstacles. If the situation allows, I wouldn't mind getting a small pickup truck, or at least a vehicle with a sunroof so I can get above eye and ground level. I always wanted to try a monopod with wifi remote control in life view, which is more compact than a ladder. So far, I've mostly done that using the 12s timer. Aiming was OK for most wide-angle shots after a few attempts.