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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 05-01-2009, 11:17 AM  
love the k20d, but...
Posted By quenched
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it was hunting forever from memory, very low light. Maybe need to play with the metering, havent had it for long.
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 04-23-2009, 11:11 AM  
love the k20d, but...
Posted By quenched
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Thank you everybody!

I have just walked in from another gig, as usual i mainly used the 1ds for the stage work and then the k20d in the far darker nightclub around the corner.

I only tried using the 1ds in the club once and it was a nightmare (another forum perhaps)

I started manually focusing the pentax tonight and even though the subject is almost completely in the dark my eyesight is still good and i can see the hard edges of focus.

Cant help but think i would get a better auto result out of a 40d though... thoughts anybody?

If comments in this thread are correct the 40 should have a built in 'assist lamp'

ps im selecting the focal point.

Cheers
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 04-22-2009, 07:33 AM  
love the k20d, but...
Posted By quenched
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way too dark for quick manual focus in the club.

My 1ds mk2 peforms focus much better in the Band atmosphere (more light), pentax is slow.

yet i find the 1ds hunts more than the pentax in the dark clubs but the pentax is out of focus when it fires...
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 04-22-2009, 06:23 AM  
love the k20d, but...
Posted By quenched
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It seems to have a very hard time focusing in low light (no flash, sigma 30mm 1.4).

i shoot in clubs and bands.

i have tried both auto modes (one is better than the other, cant remember the abbreviation)

anybody else having a hard time with this?

is it typical?

Anybody got a solution or advice?

Cheers
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 04-19-2009, 02:37 AM  
synch lead plug replacement?
Posted By quenched
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Yep, i bet im not the only one. Its for my k20d

Anybody know where i can get that little screw in weather sealing lug for the Synch lead plug?

how much..?

Cheers guys
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 04-19-2009, 01:02 AM  
ASAHI SMC PENTAX 1000mm F8 $$?
Posted By quenched
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cheers Johnno, Sun did the job yesterday. Just a shadow on the glass now.

No discernible effect on the image.

S
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 04-17-2009, 11:15 PM  
ASAHI SMC PENTAX 1000mm F8 $$?
Posted By quenched
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thanks Ovim!

On ebay there are plenty of listings for a generic 1000 f8 for only a ouple of hundred dollars buy it now.

Am i to assume these are a considerably inferior product?

Cheers
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 04-17-2009, 08:23 PM  
ASAHI SMC PENTAX 1000mm F8 $$?
Posted By quenched
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Can anybody tell me what i should pay for a 1000mm F8?

It is in reasonable condition with a few marks on the external metal.

There is a few smallish blooms of fungus on the first couple of elements which doesnt seem to be effecting the image and should be cleaned easily enough (is this expensive?)

It comes in its own felt lined aluminium case.

Much appreciated everybody.

Cheers

Q
:o
Forum: Sold Items 02-10-2009, 07:06 AM  
For Sale - Sold: FA 50mm 1.7
Posted By quenched
Replies: 8
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g'day!

I can give you $250 Aussie shipped

Cheers!
Forum: General Talk 02-07-2009, 08:16 PM  
Sometimes wrong is right
Posted By quenched
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Ummm...who is the seller?
Forum: General Talk 02-06-2009, 01:43 AM  
oi oi oi
Posted By quenched
Replies: 2
Views: 1,696
AUSTRALIAN PENTAX USERS RESOURCE GROUP

Now exists, get amongst it!

and can anyone tell me where to upload shots to my profile?:o

cheers
Forum: Site Suggestions and Help 02-06-2009, 01:36 AM  
Aussie forum?
Posted By quenched
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Views: 942
Thanks mate
Forum: Site Suggestions and Help 02-06-2009, 12:12 AM  
Aussie forum?
Posted By quenched
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hOW DO I FIND THE AUSSIE FORUM?

CHEERS
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 01-31-2009, 09:52 PM  
Interesting Comparison: Canon 1Ds Mkll vs Pentax K20D
Posted By quenched
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A frenchman with an ego?

Or indeed a Kiwi without love for the French....

Who would have thought?

;D
Forum: Sold Items 01-31-2009, 09:01 PM  
For Sale - Sold: Pentax SMC F 50mm f/1.7
Posted By quenched
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what do you mean things breaking off?

Cheers
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 01-26-2009, 07:29 AM  
Splitting Hairsssss
Posted By quenched
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Everything i have read tells me the 1.7 is sharper wide open and up to 2.8, 90% of my band shooting happens there...

Are you aware of this fact?

Do u know something i dont?

respectfully

Q
Forum: Welcomes and Introductions 01-26-2009, 02:27 AM  
G'day!
Posted By quenched
Replies: 2
Views: 650
I have been here a couple of weeks, I just saw this section.

Im stoked with the k20.

I have a sexy studio in paradisical Byron Bay with Alladino heads, Balcar packs and big lucifero windowlights, flown via Manfrotto crank stands. Perfect for shooting the big stuff.

Have a couple of pair of mono's and a set of 600w portable lighting too (battery powered)


I shoot bands for love/fun.

Im grateful this site exists as my experience with pentax gear is minimal.

If you want to ask a Question fire away!
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 01-25-2009, 07:16 PM  
43mm LTD vs 50mm Zeiss planar T
Posted By quenched
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Any body know where i can see a comparison between these big hitters?

I know the Zeiss is Manual, It will be used primarily in Studio, i want the best IQ.

Cheers
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 01-25-2009, 06:55 PM  
Splitting Hairsssss
Posted By quenched
Replies: 8
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Thanks mate

Anyone got a used fa 1.7 for sale?:cool:
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 01-25-2009, 06:26 PM  
Splitting Hairsssss
Posted By quenched
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Views: 2,097
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 01-25-2009, 06:09 PM  
Splitting Hairsssss
Posted By quenched
Replies: 8
Views: 2,097
Ummm Mate are you suggesting i go 1.4? or did you misread? Big night??:lol:

Based on reviews im inclined to get a 1.7 as they are said to be sharper wide open.

Cheers
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 01-25-2009, 05:56 PM  
Splitting Hairsssss
Posted By quenched
Replies: 8
Views: 2,097
Hey everybody!

Happy Australia Day! ;)

Im about to purchase one of these, which is better?

FA 50mm 1.7 or F 50mm 1.7?

Which is sharper wide open?

Any other Differences?

Anybody got one to sell?

Much appreciated!

Q :D
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 01-25-2009, 09:52 AM  
THE SEXY PEOPLE and FLASH ISSUES
Posted By quenched
Replies: 31
Views: 6,641
No its darker

isnt that booty sweat staining the floor?

;D
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 01-24-2009, 06:33 PM  
Ok here goes...
Posted By quenched
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Might start with a 1.7 for bands, it seems it will be sharpest up to f2 and slightly beyond, the quicker focussing will be handy too.

Good chance the 43 will be acquired for the studio, unless the 55mm produces phenomenal results... I would prefer the FF potential of the 43, The company who would be king....

Thank you everybody.
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 01-24-2009, 11:33 AM  
Ok here goes...
Posted By quenched
Replies: 7
Views: 1,632
wow thats cool thanks Mr rapids
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