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BostonUKshooter · 06-20-2018, 09:49 PM

Originally posted by jadeyphoto

Thanks, the shoot was one of my most challenging physically, lugging equipment places with no pavement in extremely hot and humid weather with light fading and trying to direct a very young, new model. So much effort, planning and work went into the shoot and it has my fewest likes on Instagram haha

You actually don't need a very long studio for the 300mm if shooting tight portraits. My studio is pretty small, I back up about 10ft.

"The best work is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration"...somebody once said....your shoot result is a very professional looking image....

...and I guess the 300mm on MF is approx. 210mm fov on full-frame, so it's more of a loooong portrait lens.....must give it a try....good idea!

jadeyphoto · 06-20-2018, 11:11 PM

It better be professional looking or I need to close shop and find a new job

I used to use the Canon 200 F1.8 for portraits and now the 300mm is my go to. It's a lens that just makes everything look better. The AF is very fast too. It was a large investment but the look of the lens, beautiful isolation, clarity and color are pure Pentax. I've used the Hasselblad 300mm with the H4D-60 and although it's not an apples to apples comparison, my overall impression was the Pentax 300mm is better.

Originally posted by BostonUKshooter

"The best work is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration"...somebody once said....your shoot result is a very professional looking image....

...and I guess the 300mm on MF is approx. 210mm fov on full-frame, so it's more of a loooong portrait lens.....must give it a try....good idea!

sculptormic · 06-21-2018, 11:32 AM - **3 Likes**

Amsterdam, new Meininger Hotel
Pentax 645Z + P67 75/4.5 shift

Eyewanders · 06-21-2018, 01:39 PM - **3 Likes**

The forest welcoming party...

Pentax 67ii | SMC 67 45/4 | Provia 400f (expired)

Last edited by Eyewanders; 07-03-2018 at 12:29 PM. Reason: stupid Flickr links keep breaking

jadeyphoto · 06-21-2018, 02:00 PM

Chickentender, is the color of this photo from the film or post processing?

Originally posted by chickentender

The forest welcoming party...

Pentax 67ii | SMC 67 45/4 | Provia 400f (expired)

Eyewanders · 06-21-2018, 02:32 PM

Originally posted by jadeyphoto

Chickentender, is the color of this photo from the film or post processing?

It's shot on Provia, very well known for saturated color and contrast; not as extreme as Velvia (Disneychrome) but intense nonetheless.

I often desaturate my Velvia and Provia scans just a touch because while they print and project wonderfully they can appear too intense on everyone's already contrasty and bright flatscreens online. E.g., no it's not from PP but for a curve tweak and some export sharpening.

Edit: though honestly, it really is that green in our rainforests around these parts.

Here is the straight-scan (Noritsu)
(I generally do very little to my film shots, finding I sooner make them worse, not better in post if I spend to long staring at it - part of the reason I returned to it honestly.)

jadeyphoto · 06-21-2018, 02:59 PM - **8 Likes**

I love the feel of the photo and the composition, the color seems intense on my monitor, but it might just be my monitor or my overworked eyeballs.

Originally posted by chickentender

It's shot on Provia, very well known for saturated color and contrast; not as extreme as Velvia (Disneychrome) but intense nonetheless.

I often desaturate my Velvia and Provia scans just a touch because while they print and project wonderfully they can appear too intense on everyone's already contrasty and bright flatscreens online. E.g., no it's not from PP but for a curve tweak and some export sharpening.

Edit: though honestly, it really is that green in our rainforests around these parts.

Here is the straight-scan (Noritsu)
(I generally do very little to my film shots, finding I sooner make them worse, not better in post if I spend to long staring at it - part of the reason I returned to it honestly.)

---------- Post added 06-21-18 at 03:02 PM ----------

More portraits from the FA 300mm F4.

PS - I'm not connected to the seller in any way and cannot vouch for him or the sale but there is a FA 300mm F4 selling for a ridiculously low price on Fred Miranda

**ffking** · 06-21-2018, 03:13 PM - **6 Likes**

back to film again (Velvia 50), in the 67 with 165mm f/2,8, I think - I sort of can't remember for sure what I've posted before, but I'll take a punt on this one not having come up here

Eyewanders · 06-21-2018, 03:20 PM

Originally posted by jadeyphoto

I love the feel of the photo and the composition, the color seems intense on my monitor, but it might just be my monitor or my overworked eyeballs.

It's impossible to dial these in with so many screens in the world. I see shots that reach Instagram on someone's phone and they look nothing like intended.

I took it down another tick though - good note.

Quote:

More portraits from the FA 300mm F4.

Nice shot. For a moment I was thinking this was a 67 frame with the 300 and I had a flood of flash sync voodoo questions.

But nevermind. Cool freeze!

---------- Post added 06-21-18 at 03:21 PM ----------

Originally posted by ffking

back to film again (Velvia 50), in the 67 with 165mm f/2,8, I think - I sort of can't remember for sure what I've posted before, but I'll take a punt on this one not having come up here

It all kinda blends together eh? Great shot. I've not been down in that area in far, far too long!

Eyewanders · 06-21-2018, 05:16 PM - **3 Likes**

You know... there just aren't enough medium format pet photos in this thread. I'm sure you all agree.

P67 | 105/2.4 | RXP

P67 | 90/2.8 | NGHII800

**mattb123** · 06-22-2018, 07:47 AM - **5 Likes**

Solstice wildflowers at dusk
645D & 45-85

MFullana · 06-22-2018, 10:53 AM

Originally posted by jadeyphoto

I love the feel of the photo and the composition, the color seems intense on my monitor, but it might just be my monitor or my overworked eyeballs.

---------- Post added 06-21-18 at 03:02 PM ----------

More portraits from the FA 300mm F4.

PS - I'm not connected to the seller in any way and cannot vouch for him or the sale but there is a FA 300mm F4 selling for a ridiculously low price on Fred Miranda

Originally posted by jadeyphoto

PS - I'm not connected to the seller in any way and cannot vouch for him or the sale but there is a FA 300mm F4 selling for a ridiculously low price on Fred Miranda

I just picked it up and will be using it as you do, it will replace my Nikon 200 f2 ..

BostonUKshooter · 06-22-2018, 10:55 AM

Originally posted by sculptormic

Amsterdam, new Meininger Hotel
Pentax 645Z + P67 75/4.5 shift

Nice result!...do you find it is wide enough for interior shots?

---------- Post added 06-22-18 at 07:14 PM ----------

Originally posted by jadeyphoto

It better be professional looking or I need to close shop and find a new job

I used to use the Canon 200 F1.8 for portraits and now the 300mm is my go to. It's a lens that just makes everything look better. The AF is very fast too. It was a large investment but the look of the lens, beautiful isolation, clarity and color are pure Pentax. I've used the Hasselblad 300mm with the H4D-60 and although it's not an apples to apples comparison, my overall impression was the Pentax 300mm is better.

No insult intended!...didn't know you are a pro-shooter hence my comment about the 'pro' look of the image....have a good year!

jadeyphoto · 06-22-2018, 11:37 AM

So jealous, that price was bonkers, I paid a lot more. Looking forward to seeing your photos from it.

Originally posted by MFullana

I just picked it up and will be using it as you do, it will replace my Nikon 200 f2 ..

No insult was taken! Besides even "pros" can take bad photos

I still remember the first photo critique I received was someone telling me to take my camera to the sidewalk and smash it because I'll never take a good photo.

Originally posted by BostonUKshooter

---------- Post added 06-22-18 at 07:14 PM ----------

No insult intended!...didn't know you are a pro-shooter hence my comment about the 'pro' look of the image....have a good year!

sculptormic · 06-22-2018, 02:23 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by BostonUKshooter

Nice result!...do you find it is wide enough for interior shots?[COLOR="Silver"]

Don't think it is very useful for interior shots, unless you want to use it for details. It is about 58mm in FF format.
You need a lot of distance to get this building as a whole in the frame.

Here's one from closer by.

An this one is with the Mamiya 55/4 shift (Hasselblad mount)

06-21-2018, 11:32 AM - 3 Likes	#12078
sculptormic Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 469	Amsterdam, new Meininger Hotel Pentax 645Z + P67 75/4.5 shift Last edited by sculptormic; 06-21-2018 at 01:44 PM.

06-21-2018, 02:32 PM	#12081
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343	Originally posted by jadeyphoto Chickentender, is the color of this photo from the film or post processing? It's shot on Provia, very well known for saturated color and contrast; not as extreme as Velvia (Disneychrome) but intense nonetheless. I often desaturate my Velvia and Provia scans just a touch because while they print and project wonderfully they can appear too intense on everyone's already contrasty and bright flatscreens online. E.g., no it's not from PP but for a curve tweak and some export sharpening. Edit: though honestly, it really is that green in our rainforests around these parts. Here is the straight-scan (Noritsu) (I generally do very little to my film shots, finding I sooner make them worse, not better in post if I spend to long staring at it - part of the reason I returned to it honestly.) Last edited by Eyewanders; 06-21-2018 at 02:46 PM.

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06-20-2018, 09:49 PM	#12076
BostonUKshooter Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 338	Originally posted by jadeyphoto Thanks, the shoot was one of my most challenging physically, lugging equipment places with no pavement in extremely hot and humid weather with light fading and trying to direct a very young, new model. So much effort, planning and work went into the shoot and it has my fewest likes on Instagram haha You actually don't need a very long studio for the 300mm if shooting tight portraits. My studio is pretty small, I back up about 10ft. "The best work is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration"...somebody once said....your shoot result is a very professional looking image.... ...and I guess the 300mm on MF is approx. 210mm fov on full-frame, so it's more of a loooong portrait lens.....must give it a try....good idea!

06-20-2018, 11:11 PM	#12077
jadeyphoto New Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: NYC Posts: 23	It better be professional looking or I need to close shop and find a new job I used to use the Canon 200 F1.8 for portraits and now the 300mm is my go to. It's a lens that just makes everything look better. The AF is very fast too. It was a large investment but the look of the lens, beautiful isolation, clarity and color are pure Pentax. I've used the Hasselblad 300mm with the H4D-60 and although it's not an apples to apples comparison, my overall impression was the Pentax 300mm is better. Originally posted by BostonUKshooter "The best work is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration"...somebody once said....your shoot result is a very professional looking image.... ...and I guess the 300mm on MF is approx. 210mm fov on full-frame, so it's more of a loooong portrait lens.....must give it a try....good idea!

06-21-2018, 01:39 PM - 3 Likes	#12079
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343	The forest welcoming party... Pentax 67ii \| SMC 67 45/4 \| Provia 400f (expired) Last edited by Eyewanders; 07-03-2018 at 12:29 PM. Reason: stupid Flickr links keep breaking

06-21-2018, 02:00 PM	#12080
jadeyphoto New Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: NYC Posts: 23	Chickentender, is the color of this photo from the film or post processing? Originally posted by chickentender The forest welcoming party... Pentax 67ii \| SMC 67 45/4 \| Provia 400f (expired)

06-21-2018, 02:59 PM - 8 Likes	#12082
jadeyphoto New Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: NYC Posts: 23	I love the feel of the photo and the composition, the color seems intense on my monitor, but it might just be my monitor or my overworked eyeballs. Originally posted by chickentender It's shot on Provia, very well known for saturated color and contrast; not as extreme as Velvia (Disneychrome) but intense nonetheless. I often desaturate my Velvia and Provia scans just a touch because while they print and project wonderfully they can appear too intense on everyone's already contrasty and bright flatscreens online. E.g., no it's not from PP but for a curve tweak and some export sharpening. Edit: though honestly, it really is that green in our rainforests around these parts. Here is the straight-scan (Noritsu) (I generally do very little to my film shots, finding I sooner make them worse, not better in post if I spend to long staring at it - part of the reason I returned to it honestly.) ---------- Post added 06-21-18 at 03:02 PM ---------- More portraits from the FA 300mm F4. PS - I'm not connected to the seller in any way and cannot vouch for him or the sale but there is a FA 300mm F4 selling for a ridiculously low price on Fred Miranda

06-21-2018, 03:13 PM - 6 Likes	#12083
ffking Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Old South Wales Posts: 6,038	back to film again (Velvia 50), in the 67 with 165mm f/2,8, I think - I sort of can't remember for sure what I've posted before, but I'll take a punt on this one not having come up here

06-21-2018, 03:20 PM	#12084
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343	Originally posted by jadeyphoto I love the feel of the photo and the composition, the color seems intense on my monitor, but it might just be my monitor or my overworked eyeballs. It's impossible to dial these in with so many screens in the world. I see shots that reach Instagram on someone's phone and they look nothing like intended. I took it down another tick though - good note. Quote: More portraits from the FA 300mm F4. Nice shot. For a moment I was thinking this was a 67 frame with the 300 and I had a flood of flash sync voodoo questions. But nevermind. Cool freeze! ---------- Post added 06-21-18 at 03:21 PM ---------- Originally posted by ffking back to film again (Velvia 50), in the 67 with 165mm f/2,8, I think - I sort of can't remember for sure what I've posted before, but I'll take a punt on this one not having come up here It all kinda blends together eh? Great shot. I've not been down in that area in far, far too long!

06-21-2018, 05:16 PM - 3 Likes	#12085
Eyewanders Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Land of the Salish Sea Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,343	You know... there just aren't enough medium format pet photos in this thread. I'm sure you all agree. P67 \| 105/2.4 \| RXP P67 \| 90/2.8 \| NGHII800

06-22-2018, 07:47 AM - 5 Likes	#12086
mattb123 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Colorado High Country Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,872	Solstice wildflowers at dusk 645D & 45-85

06-22-2018, 10:53 AM	#12087
MFullana Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Photos: Albums Posts: 54	Originally posted by jadeyphoto I love the feel of the photo and the composition, the color seems intense on my monitor, but it might just be my monitor or my overworked eyeballs. ---------- Post added 06-21-18 at 03:02 PM ---------- More portraits from the FA 300mm F4. PS - I'm not connected to the seller in any way and cannot vouch for him or the sale but there is a FA 300mm F4 selling for a ridiculously low price on Fred Miranda Originally posted by jadeyphoto PS - I'm not connected to the seller in any way and cannot vouch for him or the sale but there is a FA 300mm F4 selling for a ridiculously low price on Fred Miranda I just picked it up and will be using it as you do, it will replace my Nikon 200 f2 ..

06-22-2018, 10:55 AM	#12088
BostonUKshooter Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 338	Originally posted by sculptormic Amsterdam, new Meininger Hotel Pentax 645Z + P67 75/4.5 shift Nice result!...do you find it is wide enough for interior shots? ---------- Post added 06-22-18 at 07:14 PM ---------- Originally posted by jadeyphoto It better be professional looking or I need to close shop and find a new job I used to use the Canon 200 F1.8 for portraits and now the 300mm is my go to. It's a lens that just makes everything look better. The AF is very fast too. It was a large investment but the look of the lens, beautiful isolation, clarity and color are pure Pentax. I've used the Hasselblad 300mm with the H4D-60 and although it's not an apples to apples comparison, my overall impression was the Pentax 300mm is better. No insult intended!...didn't know you are a pro-shooter hence my comment about the 'pro' look of the image....have a good year!

06-22-2018, 11:37 AM	#12089
jadeyphoto New Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: NYC Posts: 23	So jealous, that price was bonkers, I paid a lot more. Looking forward to seeing your photos from it. Originally posted by MFullana I just picked it up and will be using it as you do, it will replace my Nikon 200 f2 .. No insult was taken! Besides even "pros" can take bad photos I still remember the first photo critique I received was someone telling me to take my camera to the sidewalk and smash it because I'll never take a good photo. Originally posted by BostonUKshooter ---------- Post added 06-22-18 at 07:14 PM ---------- No insult intended!...didn't know you are a pro-shooter hence my comment about the 'pro' look of the image....have a good year!

06-22-2018, 02:23 PM - 2 Likes	#12090
sculptormic Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 469	Originally posted by BostonUKshooter Nice result!...do you find it is wide enough for interior shots?[COLOR="Silver"] Don't think it is very useful for interior shots, unless you want to use it for details. It is about 58mm in FF format. You need a lot of distance to get this building as a whole in the frame. Here's one from closer by. An this one is with the Mamiya 55/4 shift (Hasselblad mount)