Test shots on my new Pentax 67

Scott_Murray · 02-18-2021, 05:25 PM - **8 Likes**

So these were taken on my new to me Pentax 67 which I purchased from Japan on eBay. The seller said near Mint condition, when it arrived I would say it was Mint. That was a win for me.

I was a bit concerned about light leaks but all the seals looked great, so I popped in some Portra 160 for my first test shots.

These are all metered in camera.

My very first image, I did just miss the focus on his eye.

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This one is a bit better if you ask me.

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Testing out the low light capabilities and 'mirror slap'. Resting camera on coffee table.

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Now testing dynamic range and highlight control.

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And now for some random shots on a drive.

Last edited by Scott_Murray; 02-18-2021 at 05:47 PM.

Aaron28 · 02-18-2021, 07:11 PM

man thats great!! i'm a noobie to the club as well although mine is 6x7......it is a real joy to shoot!!!

Scott_Murray · 02-18-2021, 07:27 PM

Originally posted by Aaron28

man thats great!! i'm a noobie to the club as well although mine is 6x7......it is a real joy to shoot!!!

I have just sent another 5 rolls off to be developed. I hope they all turn out.

Aaron28 · 02-18-2021, 07:30 PM

Originally posted by Scott_Murray

I have just sent another 5 rolls off to be developed. I hope they all turn out.

from what ya presented here already they should be great!

Scott_Murray · 02-18-2021, 07:32 PM

Originally posted by Aaron28

from what ya presented here already they should be great!

Fingers crossed, I am trying a different lab. And later down the road I hope to develope all myself.

Aaron28 · 02-18-2021, 08:03 PM

Originally posted by Scott_Murray

I am trying a different lab. And later down the road I hope to develope all myself.

local camera store does b&w and c41 which is great......i do not have the room to do it myself although that would be super cool........also the learning process of just scanning tells me i might not be suited for developing!

Scott_Murray · 02-18-2021, 08:09 PM

Originally posted by Aaron28

local camera store does b&w and c41 which is great......i do not have the room to do it myself although that would be super cool........also the learning process of just scanning tells me i might not be suited for developing!

I am 1000kms 1 way from my nearest lab, so developing myself would be awesome. Although if I do end up moving closer then it would not be as viable. I am looking at doing my own Hi-resolution scanning and will be trialing a new set up my next days off.

Aaron28 · 02-18-2021, 08:54 PM

Originally posted by Scott_Murray

looking at doing my own Hi-resolution scanning and will be trialing a new set up my next days off.

sweet! thats sounds great

tuco · 02-18-2021, 08:59 PM

Congrats on your new gear. The results look good. Did you use use the 105mm?

Scott_Murray · 02-18-2021, 09:23 PM

Originally posted by tuco

Congrats on your new gear. The results look good. Did you use use the 105mm?

I am using the 90mm 2.8 lens. I never got the 105mm.

**niels hansen** · 02-19-2021, 06:33 AM

Originally posted by Scott_Murray

I am 1000kms 1 way from my nearest lab, so developing myself would be awesome. Although if I do end up moving closer then it would not be as viable. I am looking at doing my own Hi-resolution scanning and will be trialing a new set up my next days off.

Equipment for film development is cheap, begin with black and white ( maybe you then dont want to continue with colour) .
The expensive part is the scanner. My Canon 8800f is very sensitive to film flatness. In the furure I hope to make a film mash where the film placement is well defined

Scott_Murray · 02-19-2021, 03:16 PM

Originally posted by niels hansen

Equipment for film development is cheap, begin with black and white ( maybe you then dont want to continue with colour) .
The expensive part is the scanner. My Canon 8800f is very sensitive to film flatness. In the furure I hope to make a film mash where the film placement is well defined

I already have plans to do DSLR scanning and currently own a Nikon D810 which is enough resolution for me. If I want more I would stitch multiple images together or get a drum scan performed. I have done some scanning with a home made negative holder, but have since purchased the Essential Film Holder from the UK and am looking forward to using that.

**niels hansen** · 02-20-2021, 03:27 AM

Originally posted by Scott_Murray

I already have plans to do DSLR scanning and currently own a Nikon D810 which is enough resolution for me. If I want more I would stitch multiple images together or get a drum scan performed. I have done some scanning with a home made negative holder, but have since purchased the Essential Film Holder from the UK and am looking forward to using that.

Thanks for the information about Essentiel filmholder but inclusive tax and shipping it is rather expensive.

Scott_Murray · 02-20-2021, 03:39 AM

Originally posted by niels hansen

Thanks for the information about Essentiel filmholder but inclusive tax and shipping it is rather expensive.

I guess it is but thought it was worth the investment. Only time shall see.

**barondla** · 02-20-2021, 10:39 PM

Originally posted by Aaron28

local camera store does b&w and c41 which is great......i do not have the room to do it myself although that would be super cool........also the learning process of just scanning tells me i might not be suited for developing!

Developing roll film takes very little room. It could be done in a bathroom or closet. Bathroom is easier because of running water. IMHO, film developing is easier than scanning. Give it a try.

Thanks,
barondla

02-18-2021, 05:25 PM - 8 Likes	#1
Scott_Murray New Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Leinster WA Posts: 24	Test shots on my new Pentax 67 So these were taken on my new to me Pentax 67 which I purchased from Japan on eBay. The seller said near Mint condition, when it arrived I would say it was Mint. That was a win for me. I was a bit concerned about light leaks but all the seals looked great, so I popped in some Portra 160 for my first test shots. These are all metered in camera. My very first image, I did just miss the focus on his eye. ---------- Post added 02-19-21 at 12:48 AM ---------- This one is a bit better if you ask me. ---------- Post added 02-19-21 at 12:49 AM ---------- Testing out the low light capabilities and 'mirror slap'. Resting camera on coffee table. ---------- Post added 02-19-21 at 12:49 AM ---------- Now testing dynamic range and highlight control. ---------- Post added 02-19-21 at 12:52 AM ---------- And now for some random shots on a drive. Last edited by Scott_Murray; 02-18-2021 at 05:47 PM.

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02-18-2021, 07:11 PM	#2
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	man thats great!! i'm a noobie to the club as well although mine is 6x7......it is a real joy to shoot!!!

02-18-2021, 07:27 PM	#3
Scott_Murray New Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Leinster WA Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by Aaron28 man thats great!! i'm a noobie to the club as well although mine is 6x7......it is a real joy to shoot!!! I have just sent another 5 rolls off to be developed. I hope they all turn out.

02-18-2021, 07:30 PM	#4
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	Originally posted by Scott_Murray I have just sent another 5 rolls off to be developed. I hope they all turn out. from what ya presented here already they should be great!

02-18-2021, 07:32 PM	#5
Scott_Murray New Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Leinster WA Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by Aaron28 from what ya presented here already they should be great! Fingers crossed, I am trying a different lab. And later down the road I hope to develope all myself.

02-18-2021, 08:03 PM	#6
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	Originally posted by Scott_Murray I am trying a different lab. And later down the road I hope to develope all myself. local camera store does b&w and c41 which is great......i do not have the room to do it myself although that would be super cool........also the learning process of just scanning tells me i might not be suited for developing!

02-18-2021, 08:09 PM	#7
Scott_Murray New Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Leinster WA Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by Aaron28 local camera store does b&w and c41 which is great......i do not have the room to do it myself although that would be super cool........also the learning process of just scanning tells me i might not be suited for developing! I am 1000kms 1 way from my nearest lab, so developing myself would be awesome. Although if I do end up moving closer then it would not be as viable. I am looking at doing my own Hi-resolution scanning and will be trialing a new set up my next days off.

02-18-2021, 08:54 PM	#8
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	Originally posted by Scott_Murray looking at doing my own Hi-resolution scanning and will be trialing a new set up my next days off. sweet! thats sounds great

02-18-2021, 08:59 PM	#9
tuco Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pugetopolis Posts: 11,029	Congrats on your new gear. The results look good. Did you use use the 105mm?

02-18-2021, 09:23 PM	#10
Scott_Murray New Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Leinster WA Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by tuco Congrats on your new gear. The results look good. Did you use use the 105mm? I am using the 90mm 2.8 lens. I never got the 105mm.

02-19-2021, 06:33 AM	#11
niels hansen Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2017 Posts: 343	Originally posted by Scott_Murray I am 1000kms 1 way from my nearest lab, so developing myself would be awesome. Although if I do end up moving closer then it would not be as viable. I am looking at doing my own Hi-resolution scanning and will be trialing a new set up my next days off. Equipment for film development is cheap, begin with black and white ( maybe you then dont want to continue with colour) . The expensive part is the scanner. My Canon 8800f is very sensitive to film flatness. In the furure I hope to make a film mash where the film placement is well defined

02-19-2021, 03:16 PM	#12
Scott_Murray New Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Leinster WA Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by niels hansen Equipment for film development is cheap, begin with black and white ( maybe you then dont want to continue with colour) . The expensive part is the scanner. My Canon 8800f is very sensitive to film flatness. In the furure I hope to make a film mash where the film placement is well defined I already have plans to do DSLR scanning and currently own a Nikon D810 which is enough resolution for me. If I want more I would stitch multiple images together or get a drum scan performed. I have done some scanning with a home made negative holder, but have since purchased the Essential Film Holder from the UK and am looking forward to using that.

02-20-2021, 03:27 AM	#13
niels hansen Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2017 Posts: 343	Originally posted by Scott_Murray I already have plans to do DSLR scanning and currently own a Nikon D810 which is enough resolution for me. If I want more I would stitch multiple images together or get a drum scan performed. I have done some scanning with a home made negative holder, but have since purchased the Essential Film Holder from the UK and am looking forward to using that. Thanks for the information about Essentiel filmholder but inclusive tax and shipping it is rather expensive.

02-20-2021, 03:39 AM	#14
Scott_Murray New Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Leinster WA Posts: 24 Original Poster	Originally posted by niels hansen Thanks for the information about Essentiel filmholder but inclusive tax and shipping it is rather expensive. I guess it is but thought it was worth the investment. Only time shall see.

02-20-2021, 10:39 PM	#15
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,714	Originally posted by Aaron28 local camera store does b&w and c41 which is great......i do not have the room to do it myself although that would be super cool........also the learning process of just scanning tells me i might not be suited for developing! Developing roll film takes very little room. It could be done in a bathroom or closet. Bathroom is easier because of running water. IMHO, film developing is easier than scanning. Give it a try. Thanks, barondla