Post your medium format photos!

**From1980** · 07-21-2017, 09:22 PM

The second scene in B&W, your #4, is my favourite. I think the composition is far more effective in the strong B&W rendering you have given it. It's just nice in colour but the contrast between foreground, middle, and background really separate in beautiful contrast with a full range of near black to bright white. Well done itshimitis. Please show us more B&W.

**ivanvernon** · 07-22-2017, 08:34 AM

Getting better photos on K-1 than on 645D with 645 lenses! ??

I am using 645-A lenses and a cheap imported adapter on my K-1, mainly the Pentax-A 645 120mm f 4.0 macro. Then I am using the Pentax-FA 645 120mm macro on the Pentax 645D. Focussing is the only variable that I am able to identify as different. I always use manual focus on macro shots, so do not actually use the AF capabilities of the 120mm/FA, and the 120mm/A has a better focussing ring than the FA. However, color and rendering even looks better on the K-1. I am thinking that the Pentax-A 120mm f 4.0 is one of the best lenses I have ever encountered in any format.

Comments and thoughts including your own experience will be greatly appreciated.

Jonathan Mac · 07-23-2017, 12:04 AM

Originally posted by ivanvernon

Getting better photos on K-1 than on 645D with 645 lenses! ??

I am using 645-A lenses and a cheap imported adapter on my K-1, mainly the Pentax-A 645 120mm f 4.0 macro. Then I am using the Pentax-FA 645 120mm macro on the Pentax 645D. Focussing is the only variable that I am able to identify as different. I always use manual focus on macro shots, so do not actually use the AF capabilities of the 120mm/FA, and the 120mm/A has a better focussing ring than the FA. However, color and rendering even looks better on the K-1. I am thinking that the Pentax-A 120mm f 4.0 is one of the best lenses I have ever encountered in any format.

Comments and thoughts including your own experience will be greatly appreciated.

I don't have either but the sensor in the K1 is significantly more modern in design than that of the 645D.

rhmimac · 07-23-2017, 12:27 PM

Originally posted by tuco

This camera doesn't have a bulb mode. Only a T-Mode. And I assumed how it worked. Come to find out during the show it doesn't close with a second press. In a panic I found the if you advance the film it closes. But I guess you need to cover the lens first as seen in the horizontal streaks. Go figure.

GSW690III, 400TMY

Great story, great picture. TMY rules.

sugus · 07-24-2017, 07:45 AM - **2 Likes**

Test with Mamiya 6MF & Panorama Adapter (35mm), Ektar 100, 4/50mm

sculptormic · 07-24-2017, 09:54 AM - **1 Like**

Saint-Margarite-sur-Mer

Pentax FA 45-85

sugus · 07-24-2017, 12:12 PM - **1 Like**

Test with Mamiya 6MF & Panorama Adapter (35mm), Ektar 100, 4/50mm

Sarnian · 07-24-2017, 12:42 PM

Hey Matt,

What program do you use to process your shots? Whenever I see your photos it reminds me just how capable the 645D is and that I probably don't need a 645Z. I'd be interested in hearing if you've ever considered 'upgrading' to a 645Z?

skierd · 07-25-2017, 11:11 AM - **2 Likes**

Some strobist work with my Yashicamat, using a yongnuo trigger and 560IX flash on the PC sync port.

**Bonner04** · 07-25-2017, 02:24 PM - **2 Likes**

Santa Ynez, California
Pentax 645N II ,Pentax smc FA 645 150mm f/2.8 IF, Ilford XP2 Super 400
f/8.0 1/350 ISO 320 Epson Perfection V550 Photo Scanner

For those that don't live in California, this is what a lot of coastal California looks like in the foothills, inland from the Pacific Ocean.

**Bonner04** · 07-25-2017, 05:16 PM - **2 Likes**

NP400 PR (exp.'7) 1/500 f/11 @320 +1/3EV
My first ever roll of expired film, just for fun. Can't say I liked the results.

sculptormic · 07-27-2017, 04:35 AM - **1 Like**

Pentax 645Z FA45-85

Quiberville

**ivanvernon** · 07-27-2017, 05:13 AM - **1 Like**

Morning view of our home and meadow across the street.

KIT Pentax 645D with Pentax-A 645 45-85mm f 4.5.

texandrews · 07-28-2017, 04:47 PM

Originally posted by sculptormic

Pentax 645Z FA45-85

Quiberville

Excellent , odd shot/composition.

**Bonner04** · 07-29-2017, 07:53 AM - **4 Likes**

Pentax 645N II
Pentax smc FA 645 75mm f/2.8
Ilford XP2 Super 400
f/9.5 1/250 ISO 320 +1/3 EV
Epson Perfection V500 Photo

07-22-2017, 08:34 AM	#10802
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	645D lenses on K-1 and 645D Getting better photos on K-1 than on 645D with 645 lenses! ?? I am using 645-A lenses and a cheap imported adapter on my K-1, mainly the Pentax-A 645 120mm f 4.0 macro. Then I am using the Pentax-FA 645 120mm macro on the Pentax 645D. Focussing is the only variable that I am able to identify as different. I always use manual focus on macro shots, so do not actually use the AF capabilities of the 120mm/FA, and the 120mm/A has a better focussing ring than the FA. However, color and rendering even looks better on the K-1. I am thinking that the Pentax-A 120mm f 4.0 is one of the best lenses I have ever encountered in any format. Comments and thoughts including your own experience will be greatly appreciated. Last edited by MarkJerling; 07-23-2017 at 07:38 PM. Reason: Title edited.

07-25-2017, 02:24 PM - 2 Likes	#10810
Bonner04 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Ventura, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 685	Valley Oak In Ravine Santa Ynez, California Pentax 645N II ,Pentax smc FA 645 150mm f/2.8 IF, Ilford XP2 Super 400 f/8.0 1/350 ISO 320 Epson Perfection V550 Photo Scanner For those that don't live in California, this is what a lot of coastal California looks like in the foothills, inland from the Pacific Ocean.

07-25-2017, 05:16 PM - 2 Likes	#10811
Bonner04 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Ventura, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 685	Fujifilm Acros 400 120 NP400 PR (exp.'7) 1/500 f/11 @320 +1/3EV My first ever roll of expired film, just for fun. Can't say I liked the results. Attached Images

07-29-2017, 07:53 AM - 4 Likes	#10815
Bonner04 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Ventura, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 685	Ranch Life Can Be Lonely... Pentax 645N II Pentax smc FA 645 75mm f/2.8 Ilford XP2 Super 400 f/9.5 1/250 ISO 320 +1/3 EV Epson Perfection V500 Photo Attached Images

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07-21-2017, 09:22 PM	#10801
From1980 Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Essex, Ontario Posts: 682	The second scene in B&W, your #4, is my favourite. I think the composition is far more effective in the strong B&W rendering you have given it. It's just nice in colour but the contrast between foreground, middle, and background really separate in beautiful contrast with a full range of near black to bright white. Well done itshimitis. Please show us more B&W.

07-23-2017, 12:04 AM	#10803
Jonathan Mac Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 10,897	Originally posted by ivanvernon Getting better photos on K-1 than on 645D with 645 lenses! ?? I am using 645-A lenses and a cheap imported adapter on my K-1, mainly the Pentax-A 645 120mm f 4.0 macro. Then I am using the Pentax-FA 645 120mm macro on the Pentax 645D. Focussing is the only variable that I am able to identify as different. I always use manual focus on macro shots, so do not actually use the AF capabilities of the 120mm/FA, and the 120mm/A has a better focussing ring than the FA. However, color and rendering even looks better on the K-1. I am thinking that the Pentax-A 120mm f 4.0 is one of the best lenses I have ever encountered in any format. Comments and thoughts including your own experience will be greatly appreciated. I don't have either but the sensor in the K1 is significantly more modern in design than that of the 645D.

07-23-2017, 12:27 PM	#10804
rhmimac Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Antwerp Posts: 56	Originally posted by tuco This camera doesn't have a bulb mode. Only a T-Mode. And I assumed how it worked. Come to find out during the show it doesn't close with a second press. In a panic I found the if you advance the film it closes. But I guess you need to cover the lens first as seen in the horizontal streaks. Go figure. GSW690III, 400TMY Great story, great picture. TMY rules.

07-24-2017, 07:45 AM - 2 Likes	#10805
sugus Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Zürich Posts: 205	Test with Mamiya 6MF & Panorama Adapter (35mm), Ektar 100, 4/50mm

07-24-2017, 09:54 AM - 1 Like	#10806
sculptormic Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 469	Saint-Margarite-sur-Mer Pentax FA 45-85

07-24-2017, 12:12 PM - 1 Like	#10807
sugus Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Zürich Posts: 205	Test with Mamiya 6MF & Panorama Adapter (35mm), Ektar 100, 4/50mm

07-24-2017, 12:42 PM	#10808
Sarnian Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 101	Hey Matt, What program do you use to process your shots? Whenever I see your photos it reminds me just how capable the 645D is and that I probably don't need a 645Z. I'd be interested in hearing if you've ever considered 'upgrading' to a 645Z?

07-25-2017, 11:11 AM - 2 Likes	#10809
skierd Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fairbanks, AK Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,472	Some strobist work with my Yashicamat, using a yongnuo trigger and 560IX flash on the PC sync port.

07-27-2017, 04:35 AM - 1 Like	#10812
sculptormic Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 469	Pentax 645Z FA45-85 Quiberville

07-28-2017, 04:47 PM	#10814
texandrews Moderator Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Baltimore Photos: Albums Posts: 3,393	Originally posted by sculptormic Pentax 645Z FA45-85 Quiberville Excellent , odd shot/composition.