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jct us101 · 03-17-2009, 02:25 PM

I just started the first thread for this idea, and that's getting every Pentax lenses in a section each having it's own thread showing photos from the lens. I think it would be a great idea so that people can see actual photos from the lens so they can decide what they want to buy.

Adam · 03-17-2009, 03:40 PM

I could add this as a section of the articles system, or I could incorporate it into the lens database. I believe the former would be easier to use - thoughts?

jct us101 · 03-17-2009, 05:49 PM

Or just a sub-board to the lens board.

Ole · 03-17-2009, 07:15 PM

Originally posted by jct us101

I just started the first thread for this idea, and that's getting every Pentax lenses in a section each having it's own thread showing photos from the lens. I think it would be a great idea so that people can see actual photos from the lens so they can decide what they want to buy.

I'd suggest that you post a reply post (hit the 'Add Review' button) in the lens review database, with a link to your photos or with the photos attached.

The lens review database is where people go look for lens information so that's where we should have the photos as well!

arpaagent · 03-17-2009, 07:16 PM

I think it fits best in the lens database. That's where people go when they want to know other's opinions about lenses. Why not also make that the place to go to see actual photos produced with the lenses as well.

Or at least make an obivious link to the correct section of the articles system...that would be ok too.

If the pictures are on the lens database page then they should go beneath all of the reviews, so as to not detract from the main purpose of the database. Otherwise, a nice link before all of the reviews pointing to the corresponding section would be hard to miss and very useful for those seeking info and results from the lens.

-Jim

Adam · 03-17-2009, 07:37 PM

In that case it looks like the best way to approach this would be to post sample photos within your lens reviews. Please don't exceed 800px width if you do embed the photos, however. Thanks!

jct us101 · 03-17-2009, 07:40 PM

Isn't it a good idea to create a child board for the lens section with sample photos though? People can start threads for any lens that they have, and maybe others have the same one and want to post their own photos.

Last edited by Damn Brit; 03-17-2009 at 08:08 PM.

Damn Brit · 03-17-2009, 08:09 PM

Originally posted by jct us101

Isn't it a good idea to create a child board for the lens section with sample photos though? People can start threads for any lens that they have, and maybe others have the same one and want to post their own photos.

That's already happening in the lens discussion, most of the threads are Brand or mount specific but there are a few for individual lenses as well, it will just be a case of filling in the gaps for lenses not represented.

jct us101 · 03-17-2009, 08:35 PM

I guess I missed that.

rburgoss · 03-18-2009, 02:14 PM

Remember also that at Pentax Photo Gallery, anyone can browse by lens type/model.

jct us101 · 03-18-2009, 04:13 PM

Well, I just liked my little idea...

03-17-2009, 02:25 PM	#1
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793	Lens photo section I just started the first thread for this idea, and that's getting every Pentax lenses in a section each having it's own thread showing photos from the lens. I think it would be a great idea so that people can see actual photos from the lens so they can decide what they want to buy.

03-17-2009, 03:40 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	I could add this as a section of the articles system, or I could incorporate it into the lens database. I believe the former would be easier to use - thoughts? Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	In that case it looks like the best way to approach this would be to post sample photos within your lens reviews. Please don't exceed 800px width if you do embed the photos, however. Thanks! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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03-17-2009, 05:49 PM	#3
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793 Original Poster	Or just a sub-board to the lens board.

03-17-2009, 07:15 PM	#4
Ole Administrator Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Copenhagen, Denmark Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,409	Originally posted by jct us101 I just started the first thread for this idea, and that's getting every Pentax lenses in a section each having it's own thread showing photos from the lens. I think it would be a great idea so that people can see actual photos from the lens so they can decide what they want to buy. I'd suggest that you post a reply post (hit the 'Add Review' button) in the lens review database, with a link to your photos or with the photos attached. The lens review database is where people go look for lens information so that's where we should have the photos as well!

03-17-2009, 07:16 PM	#5
arpaagent Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Raleigh, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 803	I think it fits best in the lens database. That's where people go when they want to know other's opinions about lenses. Why not also make that the place to go to see actual photos produced with the lenses as well. Or at least make an obivious link to the correct section of the articles system...that would be ok too. If the pictures are on the lens database page then they should go beneath all of the reviews, so as to not detract from the main purpose of the database. Otherwise, a nice link before all of the reviews pointing to the corresponding section would be hard to miss and very useful for those seeking info and results from the lens. -Jim

03-17-2009, 07:40 PM	#7
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793 Original Poster	Isn't it a good idea to create a child board for the lens section with sample photos though? People can start threads for any lens that they have, and maybe others have the same one and want to post their own photos. Last edited by Damn Brit; 03-17-2009 at 08:08 PM.

03-17-2009, 08:09 PM	#8
Damn Brit Guest	Originally posted by jct us101 Isn't it a good idea to create a child board for the lens section with sample photos though? People can start threads for any lens that they have, and maybe others have the same one and want to post their own photos. That's already happening in the lens discussion, most of the threads are Brand or mount specific but there are a few for individual lenses as well, it will just be a case of filling in the gaps for lenses not represented.

03-17-2009, 08:35 PM	#9
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793 Original Poster	I guess I missed that.

03-18-2009, 02:14 PM	#10
rburgoss Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: San Jose, Costa Rica Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 972	Remember also that at Pentax Photo Gallery, anyone can browse by lens type/model.

03-18-2009, 04:13 PM	#11
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793 Original Poster	Well, I just liked my little idea...

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