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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 02-07-2013, 01:25 PM  
Camel eyelashes in Morocco
Posted By treetop flyer
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Camel in Morocco with the blurred Atlantic in the background.
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 12-08-2012, 09:00 AM  
Two weeks in Spain: Which ONE lens to take?
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 34
Views: 3,231
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!
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 12-07-2012, 09:10 AM  
Two weeks in Spain: Which ONE lens to take?
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 34
Views: 3,231
Haha!
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 12-07-2012, 08:01 AM  
Two weeks in Spain: Which ONE lens to take?
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 34
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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...
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 12-06-2012, 09:22 AM  
Two weeks in Spain: Which ONE lens to take?
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 34
Views: 3,231
Great discussion from all. Thanks!!
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 12-05-2012, 06:50 PM  
Two weeks in Spain: Which ONE lens to take?
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 34
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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!
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 12-05-2012, 06:34 PM  
Two weeks in Spain: Which ONE lens to take?
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 34
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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
Forum: Post Your Photos! 10-17-2012, 12:20 PM  
Travel Castel San't Angelo HDR
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 7
Views: 817
Wow...breathtaking. Care to share your setup (body/lens/PP software)?

Thanks!
Forum: Post Your Photos! 09-13-2012, 08:20 PM  
Travel Deaths Door
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 17
Views: 1,735
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
Forum: Post Your Photos! 09-12-2012, 09:12 AM  
Travel Deaths Door
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 17
Views: 1,735
Nice series! I'm from Door County....nice to see a little of home.

Treetop
Forum: Post Your Photos! 08-27-2012, 05:14 PM  
Landscape Calabria sea (South Italy)
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 15
Views: 1,587
Spectacular. Thanks for sharing!
Forum: Post Your Photos! 02-12-2012, 02:36 PM  
Landscape My First K-5 Image
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 15
Views: 1,584
Really excellent images here. Well done! Enjoy the new camera.
Forum: Lens Clubs 10-02-2011, 06:38 AM  
The Kit Lens Club!
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 3,207
Views: 587,606
turboseize -

That first pic of the Saab is amazing. Looks like something I'd see in Car & Driver magazine....fantastic work!

treetop
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 12-29-2010, 03:33 PM  
Sell or keep my kit lens?
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 37
Views: 7,005
+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
Forum: Photographic Technique 12-11-2010, 09:18 PM  
Pentax shops in Pittsburgh PA area
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 9
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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!
Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 12-11-2010, 01:56 PM  
Special Event Pentax Holiday Giveaway: 35mm Lens (Entries go here)
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 206
Views: 39,263
Here's a link to my M 50mm f/1.7 review...

SMC Pentax-M 50mm F1.7 Lens Reviews - Pentax Lens Reviews & Pentax Lens Database

Doug

Approved!!
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 11-03-2010, 12:00 PM  
Lens question...
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 8
Views: 6,381
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
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 11-02-2010, 02:46 PM  
K20D Viewfinder Question
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 6
Views: 2,569
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
Forum: Monthly Photo Contests 09-01-2010, 07:22 PM  
Still Water
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 0
Views: 1,514
Forum: Lens Clubs 06-17-2010, 07:31 AM  
The M Club!
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 9,619
Views: 1,444,432
Leo basking in the sun, shot wide open at f/1.7. I LOVE this lens!



Random (also at f/1.7)...

Forum: Photographic Technique 06-16-2010, 07:48 PM  
Pentax love affair, a Canonite's story (long)
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 22
Views: 5,718
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
Forum: Lens Clubs 06-15-2010, 02:02 PM  
The M Club!
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 9,619
Views: 1,444,432
One of my first shots with my new (to me) M 50mm f/1.7

Henry mid-yawn...

Forum: Sold Items 06-11-2010, 06:23 PM  
For Sale - Sold: Mint k20d w/ 2+ year Pentax warranty - low clicks (Worldwide)
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 7
Views: 3,628
Friendly bump for a great camera AND a great seller...thanks again Cambridge

Treetop
Forum: Sold Items 06-07-2010, 07:13 AM  
For Sale - Sold: Pentax-M 50mm F1.7 (Excellent condition) (Worldwide)
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 4
Views: 3,360
PM Sent!
Forum: Sold Items 06-06-2010, 08:58 AM  
For Sale - Sold: Pentax-M 50mm F1.7 (Excellent condition) (Worldwide)
Posted By treetop flyer
Replies: 4
Views: 3,360
PM Sent!
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