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SpecialK · 01-26-2011, 08:46 PM

Originally posted by Mister Pita

I'm also having problems feeding the film into my PC. Got two rolls in there through a slot, but still can't see anything on the screen. Any suggestions?

You'll need the E6-HC reader, unless you have the older K-25 or possible C-41 format issues.

Mister Pita · 01-27-2011, 08:38 PM

Originally posted by SpecialK

You'll need the E6-HC reader, unless you have the older K-25 or possible C-41 format issues.

SpecialK, I think you're onto something. It is C-41. Thank you!

Tom S. · 01-28-2011, 07:34 AM

Originally posted by Mister Pita

Tell me about it! The rear LCD on a Pentax 35mm I got last year off eBay NEVER worked. It's just a dead black frame. Can't find any firmware for it at all on the Pentax site, as usual. I changed the battery and that didn't help. It's so useless I just stuck the end flap off a film carton inside, so I can at least remember what film I'm using. At least the viewfinder works, but how long will the battery for THAT last before it goes dead?

I'm also having problems feeding the film into my PC. Got two rolls in there through a slot, but still can't see anything on the screen. Any suggestions?

That's weird - the LCD on the back of my ME Super always read Kodak something or other, although a few times it went on the fritz and said Ilford.

eddie1960 · 01-28-2011, 08:11 AM

Originally posted by Tom S.

That's weird - the LCD on the back of my ME Super always read Kodak something or other, although a few times it went on the fritz and said Ilford.

This seems to be a fault with more than pentax, the screen on my bronica say Rollie right now, and my KM says Fuji

Mister Pita · 01-28-2011, 08:34 AM

Originally posted by Tom S.

That's weird - the LCD on the back of my ME Super always read Kodak something or other, although a few times it went on the fritz and said Ilford.

Ilford? Are you sure you don't have an ME Super SE?

jolepp · 01-30-2011, 11:05 AM

I dunno ... I got a deal on Ebay on this Cannon and must say that this model at least is kind of heavy and bulky to the point of being intimidating to the subjects and as such useless for candids, at least in the shutter noise department the K-5 definitely has an edge ... maybe I should try a Nixon next ...

**paulh** · 01-30-2011, 12:27 PM

Originally posted by jolepp

I dunno ... I got a deal on Ebay on this Cannon and must say that this model at least is kind of heavy and bulky to the point of being intimidating to the subjects and as such useless for candids, at least in the shutter noise department the K-5 definitely has an edge ... maybe I should try a Nikon next ...

I can see where it would be hard to take many 'stealth shots' with that model Cannon. I bet lenses are expensive - is that a 750mm aperture? At least the wheels afford some portability...

Paul

SpecialK · 01-30-2011, 05:59 PM

Quote:

I dunno ... I got a deal on Ebay on this Cannon...

Canon does make the most impressive point-and-shoots, but the ergonomics on this model leaves a bit to be desired. Plus, only 4 loads makes it a bit limited - you really have to plan your shots for the greatest impact. It no doubt suffers from high noise, as well.

johnmflores · 01-30-2011, 06:17 PM

I hate my camera club, just a bunch of Nikon and Canon owning tossers that judge you by the size of your lens.

Oh wait.

Nevermind.

magkelly · 01-30-2011, 07:43 PM

Rarely have I ever seen a weapon of war look so beautiful. Where was that canon exactly? Who made it? Looks like a work of art that thing...

Originally posted by jolepp

I dunno ... I got a deal on Ebay on this Cannon and must say that this model at least is kind of heavy and bulky to the point of being intimidating to the subjects and as such useless for candids, at least in the shutter noise department the K-5 definitely has an edge ... maybe I should try a Nixon next ...

jolepp · 01-30-2011, 07:48 PM

Originally posted by magkelly

Rarely have I ever seen a weapon of war look so beautiful. Where was that canon exactly? Who made it? Looks like a work of art that thing...

see: Tsar Cannon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

**paulh** · 01-30-2011, 08:05 PM

Originally posted by jolepp

see: Tsar Cannon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Incredible! According to the Wiki, the weight is 39 tons?? How could they even move it? Gives new meaning to the term "heavy artillery"...

Paul

frank · 01-30-2011, 10:10 PM

I'd been very happy with my K5 until very recently, when I saw the rumor of a Silver K5 coming out soon. Now I'm not very happy with it because it's not silver

SteveM · 01-30-2011, 10:24 PM

Originally posted by frank

I'd been very happy with my K5 until very recently, when I saw the rumor of a Silver K5 coming out soon. Now I'm not very happy with it because it's not silver

You and me both. Now one has to buy the limiteds in both black and silver. Actually, if it was a "real" camera, it would be released in a 24 carat gold, like the LX.

johnmflores · 01-30-2011, 10:24 PM

Originally posted by paulh

Incredible! According to the Wiki, the weight is 39 tons?? How could they even move it? Gives new meaning to the term "heavy artillery"...

Paul

I so want to write a pun about "heavy tsartillery", but I won't...

01-30-2011, 11:05 AM	#111
jolepp Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Finland Photos: Albums Posts: 3,196	I dunno ... I got a deal on Ebay on this Cannon and must say that this model at least is kind of heavy and bulky to the point of being intimidating to the subjects and as such useless for candids, at least in the shutter noise department the K-5 definitely has an edge ... maybe I should try a Nixon next ... Last edited by jolepp; 01-30-2011 at 06:22 PM. Reason: typo added

01-30-2011, 05:59 PM	#113
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,482	Quote: I dunno ... I got a deal on Ebay on this Cannon... Canon does make the most impressive point-and-shoots, but the ergonomics on this model leaves a bit to be desired. Plus, only 4 loads makes it a bit limited - you really have to plan your shots for the greatest impact. It no doubt suffers from high noise, as well. Last edited by SpecialK; 01-30-2011 at 10:16 PM.

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01-26-2011, 08:46 PM	#106
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,482	Originally posted by Mister Pita I'm also having problems feeding the film into my PC. Got two rolls in there through a slot, but still can't see anything on the screen. Any suggestions? You'll need the E6-HC reader, unless you have the older K-25 or possible C-41 format issues.

01-27-2011, 08:38 PM	#107
Mister Pita Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: ILLINOIS Posts: 52	Originally posted by SpecialK You'll need the E6-HC reader, unless you have the older K-25 or possible C-41 format issues. SpecialK, I think you're onto something. It is C-41. Thank you!

01-28-2011, 07:34 AM	#108
Tom S. Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: S.E. Michigan Photos: Albums Posts: 4,317	Originally posted by Mister Pita Tell me about it! The rear LCD on a Pentax 35mm I got last year off eBay NEVER worked. It's just a dead black frame. Can't find any firmware for it at all on the Pentax site, as usual. I changed the battery and that didn't help. It's so useless I just stuck the end flap off a film carton inside, so I can at least remember what film I'm using. At least the viewfinder works, but how long will the battery for THAT last before it goes dead? I'm also having problems feeding the film into my PC. Got two rolls in there through a slot, but still can't see anything on the screen. Any suggestions? That's weird - the LCD on the back of my ME Super always read Kodak something or other, although a few times it went on the fritz and said Ilford.

01-28-2011, 08:11 AM	#109
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,667	Originally posted by Tom S. That's weird - the LCD on the back of my ME Super always read Kodak something or other, although a few times it went on the fritz and said Ilford. This seems to be a fault with more than pentax, the screen on my bronica say Rollie right now, and my KM says Fuji

01-28-2011, 08:34 AM	#110
Mister Pita Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: ILLINOIS Posts: 52	Originally posted by Tom S. That's weird - the LCD on the back of my ME Super always read Kodak something or other, although a few times it went on the fritz and said Ilford. Ilford? Are you sure you don't have an ME Super SE?

01-30-2011, 12:27 PM	#112
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,319	Originally posted by jolepp I dunno ... I got a deal on Ebay on this Cannon and must say that this model at least is kind of heavy and bulky to the point of being intimidating to the subjects and as such useless for candids, at least in the shutter noise department the K-5 definitely has an edge ... maybe I should try a Nikon next ... I can see where it would be hard to take many 'stealth shots' with that model Cannon. I bet lenses are expensive - is that a 750mm aperture? At least the wheels afford some portability... Paul

01-30-2011, 06:17 PM	#114
johnmflores Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somerville, NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,361	I hate my camera club, just a bunch of Nikon and Canon owning tossers that judge you by the size of your lens. Oh wait. Nevermind.

01-30-2011, 07:43 PM	#115
magkelly Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,901	Rarely have I ever seen a weapon of war look so beautiful. Where was that canon exactly? Who made it? Looks like a work of art that thing... Originally posted by jolepp I dunno ... I got a deal on Ebay on this Cannon and must say that this model at least is kind of heavy and bulky to the point of being intimidating to the subjects and as such useless for candids, at least in the shutter noise department the K-5 definitely has an edge ... maybe I should try a Nixon next ...

01-30-2011, 07:48 PM	#116
jolepp Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Finland Photos: Albums Posts: 3,196	Originally posted by magkelly Rarely have I ever seen a weapon of war look so beautiful. Where was that canon exactly? Who made it? Looks like a work of art that thing... see: Tsar Cannon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

01-30-2011, 08:05 PM	#117
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,319	Originally posted by jolepp see: Tsar Cannon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Incredible! According to the Wiki, the weight is 39 tons?? How could they even move it? Gives new meaning to the term "heavy artillery"... Paul

01-30-2011, 10:10 PM	#118
frank Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Singapore Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,202	I'd been very happy with my K5 until very recently, when I saw the rumor of a Silver K5 coming out soon. Now I'm not very happy with it because it's not silver

01-30-2011, 10:24 PM	#119
SteveM Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Vancouver Island, BC, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,294	Originally posted by frank I'd been very happy with my K5 until very recently, when I saw the rumor of a Silver K5 coming out soon. Now I'm not very happy with it because it's not silver You and me both. Now one has to buy the limiteds in both black and silver. Actually, if it was a "real" camera, it would be released in a 24 carat gold, like the LX.

01-30-2011, 10:24 PM	#120
johnmflores Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somerville, NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,361	Originally posted by paulh Incredible! According to the Wiki, the weight is 39 tons?? How could they even move it? Gives new meaning to the term "heavy artillery"... Paul I so want to write a pun about "heavy tsartillery", but I won't...

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