Introduce your... film Pentax!

fearview · 08-26-2014, 08:14 PM

Originally posted by Swift1

Here's my MZ-L sporting my friend's DA 40/2.8 XS

colton ..

is that 40 XS is full frame?

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Swift1 · 08-26-2014, 08:46 PM

Originally posted by fearview

colton ..

is that 40 XS is full frame?

,

It is the same optically as the DA 40/2.8 Ltd. so AFAIK it will work on 35mm.

fearview · 08-26-2014, 08:49 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Swift1

It is the same optically as the DA 40/2.8 Ltd. so AFAIK it will work on 35mm.

i thought the small element might affect never tried the xs on film

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fearview · 09-04-2014, 08:36 AM - **2 Likes**

LX

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Ben78 · 09-05-2014, 01:21 AM - **1 Like**

Getting in on the act!

Spotted this little gem in a 'junk' shop, asking price was $45 ($40usd), snapped it up and went to find a battery for it. Found a battery and the light meter doesn't seem to work - good thing I bought a pair of light meters at the same time for another $10

Pic using K5, Tak 35/3.5 @3.5 and Yongnuo YN560-II flash.

tromboads · 09-05-2014, 01:26 AM

Black spoties are hella cool

Ben78 · 09-05-2014, 01:40 AM

Interesting, I was considering going back to traditional silver when I resto it... I need to fix the light meter though, and give it a thorough clean!

Edit: Fixed the meter, the battery terminal had become flattened over the years and needed a little bend outwards to contact the battery neatly again.

Last edited by Ben78; 09-05-2014 at 01:52 AM.

tromboads · 09-05-2014, 01:57 AM

brilliant

bibz · 09-05-2014, 02:08 AM

Originally posted by tromboads

Black spoties are hella cool

Very very true. Good job getting another working!

unixrevolution · 09-05-2014, 12:57 PM

Originally posted by Ben78

Interesting, I was considering going back to traditional silver when I resto it... I need to fix the light meter though, and give it a thorough clean!

Edit: Fixed the meter, the battery terminal had become flattened over the years and needed a little bend outwards to contact the battery neatly again.

Well done with the fix, and yes, black spotmatics are the best. I loved mine.

LFLee · 09-05-2014, 01:16 PM

Originally posted by PedroT

My Pentax !

May I ask where you got the strap? looks good!

**grhazelton** · 09-05-2014, 01:17 PM

Originally posted by unixrevolution

Well done with the fix, and yes, black spotmatics are the best. I loved mine.

Love my black MX. Scarcity lends attraction and value.

Ratmagiclady · 09-05-2014, 01:28 PM

Originally posted by Swift1

It is the same optically as the DA 40/2.8 Ltd. so AFAIK it will work on 35mm.

Does the XS protrude in where the mirror needs to swing? Thought I'd heard that.

Also, black Spottie!

klaatu3 · 09-06-2014, 02:54 PM

Originally posted by Ben78

Getting in on the act!

Spotted this little gem in a 'junk' shop, asking price was $45 ($40usd)...

Nice score, particularly if that 50/1.4 SMC lens came with it.

Originally posted by Ben78

Interesting, I was considering going back to traditional silver when I resto it....

I'd say leave it black, you'll never regret it.

Ben78 · 09-06-2014, 08:41 PM

Originally posted by klaatu3

Nice score, particularly if that 50/1.4 SMC lens came with it.

I'd say leave it black, you'll never regret it.

Yep the SMC Tak 50/1.4 came with it. It was also wrapped in a genuine clip on case.

Yeah I think I'll stick with black. I actually work with a Master Gunsmith who should be able to assist me with refinishing the brassed sections authentically.

08-26-2014, 08:49 PM - 1 Like	#2793
fearview Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Jakarta Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,067	Originally posted by Swift1 It is the same optically as the DA 40/2.8 Ltd. so AFAIK it will work on 35mm. i thought the small element might affect never tried the xs on film . . Last edited by fearview; 08-27-2014 at 06:21 AM.

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08-26-2014, 08:14 PM	#2791
fearview Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Jakarta Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,067	Originally posted by Swift1 Here's my MZ-L sporting my friend's DA 40/2.8 XS colton .. is that 40 XS is full frame? ,

08-26-2014, 08:46 PM	#2792
Swift1 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oregon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,079	Originally posted by fearview colton .. is that 40 XS is full frame? , It is the same optically as the DA 40/2.8 Ltd. so AFAIK it will work on 35mm.

09-04-2014, 08:36 AM - 2 Likes	#2794
fearview Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Jakarta Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,067	LX .

09-05-2014, 01:21 AM - 1 Like	#2795
Ben78 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tamworth, NSW Posts: 158	Getting in on the act! Spotted this little gem in a 'junk' shop, asking price was $45 ($40usd), snapped it up and went to find a battery for it. Found a battery and the light meter doesn't seem to work - good thing I bought a pair of light meters at the same time for another $10 Pic using K5, Tak 35/3.5 @3.5 and Yongnuo YN560-II flash.

09-05-2014, 01:26 AM	#2796
tromboads Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbs Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,239	Black spoties are hella cool

09-05-2014, 01:40 AM	#2797
Ben78 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tamworth, NSW Posts: 158	Interesting, I was considering going back to traditional silver when I resto it... I need to fix the light meter though, and give it a thorough clean! Edit: Fixed the meter, the battery terminal had become flattened over the years and needed a little bend outwards to contact the battery neatly again. Last edited by Ben78; 09-05-2014 at 01:52 AM.

09-05-2014, 01:57 AM	#2798
tromboads Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbs Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,239	brilliant

09-05-2014, 02:08 AM	#2799
bibz Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Newcastle, AU! Posts: 276	Originally posted by tromboads Black spoties are hella cool Very very true. Good job getting another working!

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unixrevolution Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Waldorf, MD Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,861	Originally posted by Ben78 Interesting, I was considering going back to traditional silver when I resto it... I need to fix the light meter though, and give it a thorough clean! Edit: Fixed the meter, the battery terminal had become flattened over the years and needed a little bend outwards to contact the battery neatly again. Well done with the fix, and yes, black spotmatics are the best. I loved mine.

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LFLee Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Southern California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,292	Originally posted by PedroT My Pentax ! May I ask where you got the strap? looks good!

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09-05-2014, 01:17 PM	#2802
grhazelton Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Jonesboro, GA Photos: Albums Posts: 1,972	Originally posted by unixrevolution Well done with the fix, and yes, black spotmatics are the best. I loved mine. Love my black MX. Scarcity lends attraction and value.

09-05-2014, 01:28 PM	#2803
Ratmagiclady Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: GA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,563	Originally posted by Swift1 It is the same optically as the DA 40/2.8 Ltd. so AFAIK it will work on 35mm. Does the XS protrude in where the mirror needs to swing? Thought I'd heard that. Also, black Spottie!

09-06-2014, 02:54 PM	#2804
klaatu3 Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Antonio, Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 78	Originally posted by Ben78 Getting in on the act! Spotted this little gem in a 'junk' shop, asking price was $45 ($40usd)... Nice score, particularly if that 50/1.4 SMC lens came with it. Originally posted by Ben78 Interesting, I was considering going back to traditional silver when I resto it.... I'd say leave it black, you'll never regret it.

09-06-2014, 08:41 PM	#2805
Ben78 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tamworth, NSW Posts: 158	Originally posted by klaatu3 Nice score, particularly if that 50/1.4 SMC lens came with it. I'd say leave it black, you'll never regret it. Yep the SMC Tak 50/1.4 came with it. It was also wrapped in a genuine clip on case. Yeah I think I'll stick with black. I actually work with a Master Gunsmith who should be able to assist me with refinishing the brassed sections authentically.