Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
02-07-2013, 01:25 PM
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Camel in Morocco with the blurred Atlantic in the background.
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
12-08-2012, 09:00 AM
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I see what you were saying...that's good advice. I hadn't really even considered the 40mm XS until you mentioned it. Looking at images of that lens mounted on a K5, I realize how small it really is. Amazing.
Thanks again, I've got two weeks to decide!
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
12-07-2012, 09:10 AM
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
12-07-2012, 08:01 AM
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I'm willing to take a second lens, however I'm REALLY trying to keep my kit as small as possible (I have enough to carry around with the baby stuff!). I agree, the 40mm XS is tiny...I just don't own it!
I'm considering taking the kit lens for the wide angle requirements and perhaps a DA35mm f/2.4 (a lens I'd wanted to buy & try anyways) for a primary, walk around & family/people lens.
Thoughts?
Plan B is to rent a 16-50 f/2.8 & be done with it...
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
12-06-2012, 09:22 AM
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Great discussion from all. Thanks!!
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
12-05-2012, 06:50 PM
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hchan: I'd say a mixture but biased towards photos of people (family) and in this case some landscape (first time to Spain.)
psychdoc: I travel for a living but probably won't be back in Spain with my family for a long time. I agree, the kit-lens focal length is acceptable, but it's a tad slow and not as sharp as I'd like. I use my M 50 f/1.7 99% of the time as it's really sharp and has fantastic color reproduction.
Thanks!
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
12-05-2012, 06:34 PM
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I'm traveling to Spain over the holidays and want to get by with one lens on my K20. I'll be with my family (including my 1 year old son) which is why I want a light, extremely portable kit. I'm considering the DA35 f/2.4. Any other suggestions?
I currently own:
M 50 f/1.7
M 28 f/3.5
DA 18-55 (Kit Lens)
Vivitar 70-210 f/2.8-4 Series 1
I love MF but the little guy is walking now and AF is a must for this trip.
Thanks!
Treetop
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
10-17-2012, 12:20 PM
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Wow...breathtaking. Care to share your setup (body/lens/PP software)?
Thanks!
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
09-13-2012, 08:20 PM
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I'm from Sturgeon Bay. I know Glidden Drive well. I used to go out there during the hot summers and swim in the lake to cool off. I thought that was quarry park! My wife's Aunts all worked at Al J's...love that place!
Treetop
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
09-12-2012, 09:12 AM
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Nice series! I'm from Door County....nice to see a little of home.
Treetop
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
08-27-2012, 05:14 PM
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Spectacular. Thanks for sharing!
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
02-12-2012, 02:36 PM
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Really excellent images here. Well done! Enjoy the new camera.
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Forum: Lens Clubs
10-02-2011, 06:38 AM
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turboseize -
That first pic of the Saab is amazing. Looks like something I'd see in Car & Driver magazine....fantastic work!
treetop
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
12-29-2010, 03:33 PM
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+1 for keeping it. The 18-55 Pentax lens is IMHO a GREAT deal better than any of it's peers. Coupled with the new k-r, you've got a formidable package. Don't trust us though...open the box, mount the lens and get shooting! Check out the Kit Lens Club thread. I think you'll be very impressed with the results. If nothing else, it makes for a pretty nice 18mm f/3.5 wide angle lens!!
Best of luck and happy shooting.
Treetop
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Forum: Photographic Technique
12-11-2010, 09:18 PM
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Pittsburgh is a very photogenic city. As for Pentax gear, I actually found a place on my last trip to Pitt. that carries a fair amount of older Pentax glass. It's a small shop just adjacent to PPG Place. I don't remember the name (sorry!) but it has a orange neon sign that says "Camera Repair" over the door. The easiest way to find it is to find the new Fairmont Hotel downtown, walk out the front door and turn left....go one short block and the shop is on your right. They specialize in older film bodies and vintage lenses. When I was there two weeks ago, he had a Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 NEW in the orig. box :cool:
Have a great trip!
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
12-11-2010, 01:56 PM
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
11-03-2010, 12:00 PM
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Hi all,
I've searched the forum high & low and I can't seem to find what I'm looking for about the Auto Promaster MC 135mm f/2.8.
I have the opportunity to buy one but I can't find any info about it. Did it even come in a K mount (will it work without having to file or grind anything?). I don't want to try to mount it on my K20D if there's a risk of getting it stuck!
Any info. would be greatly appreciated!
Treetop
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
11-02-2010, 02:46 PM
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I recently noticed a small tear on the rubber part of my K20's viewfinder. While shooting an event yesterday, the rubber viewfinder (eyecup?) tore almost completely off the camera.
My question...
I'd like to replace the part but I'm not exactly sure what I need. Do I need a viewfinder, eyecup or something else? I don't think I NEED a magnifying viewfinder (though I do use manual lenses frequently).
What should I be looking for???
Thanks!
Treetop
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
09-01-2010, 07:22 PM
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Forum: Lens Clubs
06-17-2010, 07:31 AM
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Leo basking in the sun, shot wide open at f/1.7. I LOVE this lens!
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Forum: Photographic Technique
06-16-2010, 07:48 PM
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Great post! I just added my first M lens (the 50mm f/1.7) and I too am thrilled with the images I'm getting from it. The legacy glass and build quality attracted me to Pentax (along with this forum!) and I'm happy to be part of the "family."
Happy shooting!
Treetop
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Forum: Lens Clubs
06-15-2010, 02:02 PM
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One of my first shots with my new (to me) M 50mm f/1.7
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Forum: Sold Items
06-11-2010, 06:23 PM
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Friendly bump for a great camera AND a great seller...thanks again Cambridge
Treetop
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Forum: Sold Items
06-07-2010, 07:13 AM
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Forum: Sold Items
06-06-2010, 08:58 AM
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