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blankmampf · 04-19-2021, 09:05 AM

Originally posted by subsea

Thanks. Given that the lens was the much reviled (by others, but not by me!) FA 28-80mm, I was impressed by the results!

I have to say I'm one of those people

I just don't like its design, it falls in that uncomfortable "in-between" category of plastic bodies between vintage and modern cameras for me.

**subsea** · 04-19-2021, 09:16 AM

Originally posted by blankmampf

I have to say I'm one of those people

I just don't like its design, it falls in that uncomfortable "in-between" category of plastic bodies between vintage and modern cameras for me.

I understand, but when I purchased it, I was still shooting film (using a PZ-20) and, over the years, I've learned how to get as much out of it as I could. It was my walk around lens for a long time and doesn't get much use any more, since I got the HD DA 16-85mm for that purpose on my K-3II.

**paulh** · 04-19-2021, 10:35 AM - **5 Likes**

Serra Cross Park, Ventura, Calif. DA18-135 on K10D:

**DonV** · 04-19-2021, 10:48 AM

Originally posted by blankmampf

I have to say I'm one of those people

I just don't like its design, it falls in that uncomfortable "in-between" category of plastic bodies between vintage and modern cameras for me.

Interesting take on "cosmetics"; I don't care what a lens looks like on the outside -- as long as it makes good images.

brewmaster15 · 04-19-2021, 10:49 AM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by paulh

Serra Cross Park, Ventura, Calif. DA18-135 on K10D:

What a View! Thats just beautiful!
al

---------- Post added 04-19-21 at 10:58 AM ----------

So I came across this fellow in our local pond today. Theres a ton eastern painters in this pond, but this isn't one. Its a red eared slider, an exotic for our pond that often get let go in native waters when Turtle owners tire of caring for their Red eared sliders. They are a problem in alot of states (read) In CT we are seeing them more and More. Unfortunately I could not catch it but I will try next time.

red eared Slider

Eastern Painted Turtle,

Same Pond.

Eastern Painted Turtle

K10D X F*300

blankmampf · 04-19-2021, 11:16 AM

Originally posted by DonV

Interesting take on "cosmetics"; I don't care what a lens looks like on the outside -- as long as it makes good images.

I never said it was rational

Maybe I've been tainted by my decision to start off with vintage lenses. I just love how they feel, cool metal and solid clicks everywhere.
My 18-55mm kit lens seems like the exact opposite, even though it also makes great images and has good ergonomics.
At the end of the day, I'm not shooting because I want the very best image quality, although that's a part of the enjoyment, of course. I want to enjoy the entire process, and that includes seeing and handling my camera equipment.

Speaking of vintage, I just managed to snatch up a Super Takumar 135mm 3.5 on eBay

these last days I'm having a serious and severe case of Gear Acquisition Syndrome....

**subsea** · 04-19-2021, 01:03 PM - **2 Likes**

A window screen inside the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain, from 2010. K-10D and FA 28-80mm.

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**subsea** · 04-19-2021, 01:16 PM - **3 Likes**

Alhambra courtyard and fountain in 2010.

**paulh** · 04-19-2021, 02:26 PM

Originally posted by brewmaster15

What a View! Thats just beautiful!al

Thanks Al. It was an amazingly clear and hot (90F) April 1st!

**rayallen** · 04-19-2021, 02:44 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by blankmampf

these last days I'm having a serious and severe case of Gear Acquisition Syndrome....

Of course, I am sure that you know that there is no cure. You might go into remission for a short period but that won't last. Don't ask me how I know.

brewmaster15 · 04-19-2021, 03:09 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by rayallen

Of course, I am sure that you know that there is no cure. You might go into remission for a short period but that won't last. Don't ask me how I know.

I can Back Ray up... there is no cure...nope... none at all. At least we can treat the symptoms though.

al

**rayallen** · 04-19-2021, 03:23 PM - **4 Likes**

The newly completed Terrigal Boardwalk linking The Haven and Terrigal Beach around a rough and rocky headland and providing flat and level access for all. It was opened last wednesday April 14 and is proving to be very popular. K10D and Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.0 DC Macro Contemporary and a bright and sunny autumn day which was perfect for the K10D. Processed with ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2021.

**paulh** · 04-19-2021, 03:50 PM

Originally posted by rayallen

newly completed Terrigal Boardwalk

Looks very nice, Ray - probably plenty of photo ops - your new hangout?

**rayallen** · 04-19-2021, 04:28 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by paulh

Looks very nice, Ray - probably plenty of photo ops - your new hangout?

Yes, Paul, it is a great addition to our community. Of course, there were a few who objected to its being built but the numbers using it are proof that it is appreciated. I took many images yesterday and will be back again and again. It is also lit at night and I intend to capture that as well. More images to come.

**MXLX** · 04-19-2021, 07:25 PM - **1 Like**

I think something might have been dangerous...

04-19-2021, 10:49 AM - 4 Likes	#6980
brewmaster15 Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: CT Posts: 1,860	Originally posted by paulh Serra Cross Park, Ventura, Calif. DA18-135 on K10D: What a View! Thats just beautiful! al ---------- Post added 04-19-21 at 10:58 AM ---------- So I came across this fellow in our local pond today. Theres a ton eastern painters in this pond, but this isn't one. Its a red eared slider, an exotic for our pond that often get let go in native waters when Turtle owners tire of caring for their Red eared sliders. They are a problem in alot of states (read) In CT we are seeing them more and More. Unfortunately I could not catch it but I will try next time. red eared Slider Eastern Painted Turtle, Same Pond. Eastern Painted Turtle K10D X F300 Last edited by brewmaster15; 04-19-2021 at 11:49 AM.*

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04-19-2021, 09:05 AM	#6976
blankmampf Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Lübeck Posts: 136	Originally posted by subsea Thanks. Given that the lens was the much reviled (by others, but not by me!) FA 28-80mm, I was impressed by the results! I have to say I'm one of those people I just don't like its design, it falls in that uncomfortable "in-between" category of plastic bodies between vintage and modern cameras for me.

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subsea Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Commack, NY Posts: 2,607	Originally posted by blankmampf I have to say I'm one of those people I just don't like its design, it falls in that uncomfortable "in-between" category of plastic bodies between vintage and modern cameras for me. I understand, but when I purchased it, I was still shooting film (using a PZ-20) and, over the years, I've learned how to get as much out of it as I could. It was my walk around lens for a long time and doesn't get much use any more, since I got the HD DA 16-85mm for that purpose on my K-3II.

04-19-2021, 10:35 AM - 5 Likes	#6978
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,319	Serra Cross Park, Ventura, Calif. DA18-135 on K10D:

04-19-2021, 10:48 AM	#6979
DonV Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Near Charlotte NC Photos: Albums Posts: 695	Originally posted by blankmampf I have to say I'm one of those people I just don't like its design, it falls in that uncomfortable "in-between" category of plastic bodies between vintage and modern cameras for me. Interesting take on "cosmetics"; I don't care what a lens looks like on the outside -- as long as it makes good images.

04-19-2021, 11:16 AM	#6981
blankmampf Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Lübeck Posts: 136	Originally posted by DonV Interesting take on "cosmetics"; I don't care what a lens looks like on the outside -- as long as it makes good images. I never said it was rational Maybe I've been tainted by my decision to start off with vintage lenses. I just love how they feel, cool metal and solid clicks everywhere. My 18-55mm kit lens seems like the exact opposite, even though it also makes great images and has good ergonomics. At the end of the day, I'm not shooting because I want the very best image quality, although that's a part of the enjoyment, of course. I want to enjoy the entire process, and that includes seeing and handling my camera equipment. Speaking of vintage, I just managed to snatch up a Super Takumar 135mm 3.5 on eBay these last days I'm having a serious and severe case of Gear Acquisition Syndrome....

04-19-2021, 02:26 PM	#6984
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,319	Originally posted by brewmaster15 What a View! Thats just beautiful!al Thanks Al. It was an amazingly clear and hot (90F) April 1st!

04-19-2021, 02:44 PM - 2 Likes	#6985
rayallen Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Forresters Beach, NSW, Australia. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,014	Originally posted by blankmampf these last days I'm having a serious and severe case of Gear Acquisition Syndrome.... Of course, I am sure that you know that there is no cure. You might go into remission for a short period but that won't last. Don't ask me how I know.

04-19-2021, 03:09 PM - 2 Likes	#6986
brewmaster15 Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: CT Posts: 1,860	Originally posted by rayallen Of course, I am sure that you know that there is no cure. You might go into remission for a short period but that won't last. Don't ask me how I know. I can Back Ray up... there is no cure...nope... none at all. At least we can treat the symptoms though. al

04-19-2021, 03:23 PM - 4 Likes	#6987
rayallen Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Forresters Beach, NSW, Australia. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,014	The newly completed Terrigal Boardwalk linking The Haven and Terrigal Beach around a rough and rocky headland and providing flat and level access for all. It was opened last wednesday April 14 and is proving to be very popular. K10D and Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4.0 DC Macro Contemporary and a bright and sunny autumn day which was perfect for the K10D. Processed with ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2021.

04-19-2021, 03:50 PM	#6988
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,319	Originally posted by rayallen newly completed Terrigal Boardwalk Looks very nice, Ray - probably plenty of photo ops - your new hangout?

04-19-2021, 04:28 PM - 1 Like	#6989
rayallen Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Forresters Beach, NSW, Australia. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,014	Originally posted by paulh Looks very nice, Ray - probably plenty of photo ops - your new hangout? Yes, Paul, it is a great addition to our community. Of course, there were a few who objected to its being built but the numbers using it are proof that it is appreciated. I took many images yesterday and will be back again and again. It is also lit at night and I intend to capture that as well. More images to come.

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