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Erable · 03-01-2020, 09:27 AM - **1 Like**

Hello from Montreal !

Since it is customary to introduce oneself, here I am!

First and foremost, as I am not a native english speaker, I ask for your indulgence when it comes to my eventual answers on this forum.

I started to take an interest in photography at the beginning of the 70s. I am therefore at the dawn of my 60s and now have more time to participate actively to this forum.
When I was 15, I used my savings to get a Minolta XE7 (which was called XE5 in Europe, I think). I used this camera intensively for 30 years without even experiencing any major breaks, even in extreme temperatures present during Quebec's winters (-30°C).

The arrival of digital photography and the fact that Minolta pulled back from the market were two factors that drove me to Pentax. Since then, I have extensively used many Pentax cameras including the K20D, K-7, K-5 and K-3 models and I have always been very satisfied with my choices.

Thanks

normhead · 03-01-2020, 09:33 AM

Welcome to the forum.

Erable means Maple I believe, as in "Sirop d'erable"
I only suspect this because I went Erables lake in Algonquin Park and it says o the park map Erable means maple.

Take out your K-7 and include a K-1 and your cameras are the same ones I used.

Erable · 03-01-2020, 09:38 AM

You are right ! Érable means Maple.

I am currently waiting for the new Pentax model to come out. I am probably going to buy it when it comes out.

Thanks for the welcome.

Racer X 69 · 03-01-2020, 09:43 AM

Originally posted by Erable

Hello from Montreal !

Since it is customary to introduce oneself, here I am!

Welcome to the clubhouse!

Bonjour du Pacifique Nord-Ouest!

Originally posted by Erable

First and foremost, as I am not a native english speaker, I ask for your indulgence when it comes to my eventual answers on this forum.

Well it looks like you're doing quite well so far.

Erable · 03-01-2020, 09:48 AM

Thanks Racer !

**c.a.m** · 03-01-2020, 09:52 AM

Originally posted by Erable

Hello from Montreal !

Bonjour d'Ottawa et bienvenue au Pentax Forum!

Welcome from one of your neighbours in Ottawa! Our son lives in Montréal (Verdun) since seven years, and we visit regularly.

Wow, you have a long history in photography. Using a camera for 30 years is remarkable.

- Craig

**mhoule418** · 03-01-2020, 11:29 AM

Bonjour Érable,

I will be walking beautiful Montréal downtown steets next weekend for my wife's birthday!
I hope the weather will be cooperating for photo opportunities.
Welcome to the PentaxForum.

Unregistered User 8 · 03-01-2020, 11:44 AM

Hi from Australia.

**Kerrowdown** · 03-01-2020, 12:00 PM

Welcome to the forum, enjoy your time here with us all

mtl_pentaxian · 03-01-2020, 01:36 PM

Originally posted by Erable

Hello from Montreal !

Since it is customary to introduce oneself, here I am!

First and foremost, as I am not a native english speaker, I ask for your indulgence when it comes to my eventual answers on this forum.

Salut Érable ! Bienvenue et au plaisir de te lire et de voir tes photos.

C_Jones · 03-01-2020, 02:36 PM

Welcome to Pentax Forums.

Erable · 03-01-2020, 03:23 PM

Thanks everyone. Quite happy to see some members close to Montréal.
Salutations à tous.

**Mikesul** · 03-02-2020, 05:15 AM

Welcome to the Forum.

03-01-2020, 09:27 AM - 1 Like	#1
Erable New Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Montreal Posts: 5	Hello from Montreal ! Hello from Montreal ! Since it is customary to introduce oneself, here I am! First and foremost, as I am not a native english speaker, I ask for your indulgence when it comes to my eventual answers on this forum. I started to take an interest in photography at the beginning of the 70s. I am therefore at the dawn of my 60s and now have more time to participate actively to this forum. When I was 15, I used my savings to get a Minolta XE7 (which was called XE5 in Europe, I think). I used this camera intensively for 30 years without even experiencing any major breaks, even in extreme temperatures present during Quebec's winters (-30°C). The arrival of digital photography and the fact that Minolta pulled back from the market were two factors that drove me to Pentax. Since then, I have extensively used many Pentax cameras including the K20D, K-7, K-5 and K-3 models and I have always been very satisfied with my choices. Thanks

03-01-2020, 11:29 AM	#7
mhoule418 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Quebec city Posts: 227	Bonjour from Québec City Bonjour Érable, I will be walking beautiful Montréal downtown steets next weekend for my wife's birthday! I hope the weather will be cooperating for photo opportunities. Welcome to the PentaxForum.

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03-01-2020, 09:33 AM	#2
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,431	Welcome to the forum. Erable means Maple I believe, as in "Sirop d'erable" I only suspect this because I went Erables lake in Algonquin Park and it says o the park map Erable means maple. Take out your K-7 and include a K-1 and your cameras are the same ones I used.

03-01-2020, 09:38 AM	#3
Erable New Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Montreal Posts: 5 Original Poster	You are right ! Érable means Maple. I am currently waiting for the new Pentax model to come out. I am probably going to buy it when it comes out. Thanks for the welcome.

03-01-2020, 09:43 AM	#4
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 27,582	Originally posted by Erable Hello from Montreal ! Since it is customary to introduce oneself, here I am! Welcome to the clubhouse! Bonjour du Pacifique Nord-Ouest! Originally posted by Erable First and foremost, as I am not a native english speaker, I ask for your indulgence when it comes to my eventual answers on this forum. Well it looks like you're doing quite well so far.

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Erable New Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Montreal Posts: 5 Original Poster	Thanks Racer !

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Erable New Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Montreal Posts: 5 Original Poster	Thanks everyone. Quite happy to see some members close to Montréal. Salutations à tous.

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