Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
08-04-2021, 08:36 PM
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
08-02-2021, 06:44 PM
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The one I have is similar to this one.
Unfortunately there is no tripod knob, but that’s about the only downfall I can see (besides the price!).
As for your question about attachment, it is snug enough to stay in place on its own. Snaps around the strap clips as well.
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
08-01-2021, 06:15 PM
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Welcome, Josh! I grew up with point-and-shoot 35mm film cameras, and was quick to embrace digital photography when it became available. Now I am back into manual film cameras. I love the way it slows down the process and makes me think about what I’m doing. My best advice is to try lenses one at a time— really get to know them for a while and what kinds of photos they are good at. Then you can start making choices based on the kind of result you are looking for. Most importantly, have fun!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-31-2021, 06:32 PM
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Welcome! I also love my MX— great little camera!!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-31-2021, 06:17 PM
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All great points! The MX is small, but I got a leather half-case for it and think it improves the ergonomics tremendously! Just a thought.
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Forum: Pentax News and Rumors
07-20-2021, 06:27 PM
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
07-20-2021, 06:25 PM
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I’ve got an MX and an LX. Hoping to uncover my father’s Spotmatic in the near future.
And for when I’m feeling lazy, a Minolta Maxxum that was my mother’s!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-20-2021, 06:18 PM
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Wow! Starting to think I need a macro lens next!!!
Welcome :)
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Forum: General Photography
07-20-2021, 06:09 PM
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-20-2021, 06:01 PM
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Welcome from another newbie and film lover!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-20-2021, 05:59 PM
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Welcome, Lexi! I started with film cameras growing up (mostly point-and-shoot), but now am back into it. The forums are a wonderful resource— hope you enjoy!
Tim
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-20-2021, 05:53 PM
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Welcome from another new Pentaxian!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-20-2021, 06:58 AM
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Sounds good, Murph! The most important thing is to ENJOY it!! :)
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Forum: Pentax News and Rumors
07-18-2021, 09:27 PM
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My first entry— hopefully a few more to come!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-18-2021, 09:24 PM
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Welcome!
Shooting manual is a great challenge— but there’s always that one shot that keeps you coming back for more.
Who knows, you might even decide to get back into some film…
Enjoy!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-18-2021, 09:09 PM
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Welcome… I’m a long-time reader and new to posting as well.
One of the first things I did as a kid was play with my dad’s Spotmatic— pretty sure the light seals were already broken, but I really helped!
When I’m not searching his house for that camera (it’s there SOMEwhere!) I am shooting an MX and LX. Love them both.
Enjoy!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-18-2021, 09:01 PM
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Welcome to you as well! Which are you enjoying better so far, Spotty or MX? I’ve held them both and they are a joy!
I agree with you that it’s an adjustment, and it can be frustrating to not see what you just did. Try keeping a log of your settings so you know what you did when you see the results. It will help figure out what works for you.
Enjoy!!
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-18-2021, 08:31 PM
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MX vs LX… great question, and a tough one!
For me, pros of the LX include the smoothness of the controls, faster shutter speed, and it’s a ton easier to read the light meter when it’s bright outside.
On the MX, it just feels great in an old-school way. I got a leather half-case for it about a year ago and now it’s actually the most comfortable to hold. I also find the light meter more accurate overall to my shooting style.
I loaned my LX for about a week to a student who is interested in film. He loved it and I didn’t even notice it was missing! But if I could only keep one, I’m honestly not sure which I’d choose.
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Forum: Sold Items
07-17-2021, 06:13 PM
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Interested! Sending you a PM. :)
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-17-2021, 06:09 PM
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Welcome— I’m a new poster to the forum as well… and we have much of the same equipment! I have an MX and LX with some older manual lenses.
Hope you enjoy your time on here!
Tim
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
07-17-2021, 06:06 PM
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Hi fellow Pentax enthusiasts!
I’ve been reading posts and reviews from this forum for quite a while now, and finally decided to subscribe in a better way.
It all started when I recovered my father’s old Pentax equipment… but I have an MX, LX, and several manual lenses that I love to use— especially hiking and spending time with my family. Also lucky to have a wonderful local shop for processing/print making nearby, and several professional colleagues offering encouragement!
Looking forward to conversing more in the near future!
Tim
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