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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
09-08-2023, 09:33 AM
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As mentioned in another thread, I finally found an affordable LX 2000 and purchased it. It didn't come with the "Special" 50mm f/1.2 lens, which is probably why it was within my budget, and I already have an A 50 1.2. Yes, I really want a silver A 50 1.2, but not for $1000.
It also didn't include the soft shutter release. With the help of a friend I 3D-printed some test soft releases and after a few adjustments printed them with black resin. Then I sanded the soft releases with 2000-grit sandpaper. I designed the LX lettering to be lower than the surface of the button. There are three coats of red polyurethane cured under UV lights, and one layer of glossy clear coat. The resin is slightly translucent. I also sanded one button again after the clear coat to remove the glossy surface so I can have one glossy and one matte release.
I figured while I was making these I should make a few extras in case some here would be interested in them. I have never seen the original LX soft shutter release so I don't know how mine compare, but I'm happy with the result. If there is interest, I'll create a listing in the Marketplace.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
11-11-2023, 06:09 PM
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Nice copy of the SMC-A*400ƒ2.8 ED(IF). Exterior is marked up a bit, and trunk case is showing wear, but the glass is all clean, and it's sharp. Need to sharpen up my manual focus skills on the K3III, but seems like a good addition to my stable.
Put my MX on it, so it's legal in the this thread.
My oldest and newest, & smallest and biggest Pentax pieces.
A shot out back to my feeders, questionable light, and through a window, K3III
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
10-30-2023, 07:01 PM
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With the Pentax P30T on Fujicolor 400 and SMC A 50mm with polarizer
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
08-06-2023, 05:45 AM
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
07-20-2023, 11:37 PM
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Rescanning some old stuff
Pentax 6x7, 165mm LS + Clear Center Soft Focus Filter, T-Max 100, T-Max Developer
SL Portrait by tuco, on Flickr
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
07-08-2023, 11:30 PM
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Lastly, the Pentecost River Crossing. A rather iconic final hurdle for the 4WD adventure of driving the Gibb River Road.
Also full of salties ( salt water crocs ), which I only later found out after having walked the crossing plenty of times trying for the perfect sunset.
First is 50R and Pentax 55mm, shifted and stitched. Some tilt applied for full depth of field.
Second and third were almost the sunset I was hoping for, but the clouds moved a little too far north. Still, low wind meant for good reflections off the river beside the crossing. Credo 60 and Pentax 28-45mm, exposure blended, and 50R with Pentax 35mm, single exposure. ND filter used for both.
Fourth is of the crossing itself, looking across the river with the Cockburns in the background. Credo with Pentax 28-45mm, Grad ND filter and CPL, focus stacked.
Fifth is with the 50R and 55mm. Tilt applied meant I didn't need to focus stack; the more I use this feature, the more I appreciate its usefulness. Grad ND, shifted and stitched.
Sixth was well after sunset, with the afterglow behind me colouring the foreground and the last light on the high cloud overhead. 50R and Pentax 35mm. Focus stacked, shifted and stitched.
Seventh was Credo and Pentax 28-45mm. I haven't fully warmed to the 4:3 ratio, but I tend to find it fits my purposes more frequently in vertical orientation; sometimes remarkably well. Focus stacked.
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
06-30-2023, 11:00 AM
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
07-21-2023, 08:37 PM
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KM in Black with 55mm F1.8
I've re-lubed it and now the focus is buttery, now my favourite lens to shoot video too. Need to stock up on BW rolls now.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
07-17-2023, 12:37 PM
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I do too. I keep battery grips on my *ist, MZ-3, and MZ-S. For years it bothered me Pentax would use CR2 batteries due to their price and lack of availability compared to AA batteries. But then I started using a Nikon F5 requiring 8 AAs. The data back uses two 2025 batteries. This adds a lot of weight and bulk to an already large and heavy camera, and 8 AAs don't last long.
I now understand why Pentax went with CR2s.
*ist
MZ-3 and MZ-3 Special Edition
MZ-S
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
08-07-2023, 05:57 AM
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You might have seen this picture in my introduction, but seems quite appropriate here, too.
These are my 8 analogue Pentax SLRs and half of my lenses. Love them to bits... 😊
---------- Post added 08-07-23 at 05:59 AM ----------
...but IT seems quite appropriate... 🙄
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
06-03-2023, 11:01 AM
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Fawn and Rio take in our front pasture. Shot handheld at 150mm.
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
06-16-2023, 12:12 AM
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Although less dramatic, the afternoon light could make for some pleasing and delicate scenes as well.
GFX100S, with Pentax 67 55-100mm lens @ circa 65mm
[IMG] _DSF5903Step5sRGBSMALL by Ed Hurst, on Flickr[/IMG]
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
06-14-2023, 03:05 AM
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Tumulla Bank, in the NSW Central West region of Australia, has always been one of the state's famously fearsome gradients. Even using modern diesels, it's quite impressive to watch huge loads being dragged up the 1 in 40 grade.
Last weekend, Transport Heritage NSW ran a series of steam-hauled trains using a 36 class and a 35 class. It just happened to coincide with sub-zero temperatures (in Celsius), frost, mist and sparkling sunshine.
GFX100S with Pentax 67 55-100mm lens @ 55mm
[IMG] _DSF5818_V2_Step13sRGBSMALL by Ed Hurst, on Flickr[/IMG]
More shots will follow :-)
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
06-13-2023, 12:46 AM
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Fog Wave
645Z & DFA 55. some HDR and compositing applied.
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
04-07-2023, 09:33 AM
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I saw these ice bridges while out walking the dog and grabbed some snapshots but decided to return later with waders on to do a better job. It was pretty cold standing in the river (a little side channel of the Gunnison) but I think the perspective was worth it.
GFX 50r
100-200
20-35
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
06-22-2023, 12:31 AM
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Rollei 35 SE • Rollei HFT Sonnar 2,8/40
Agfaphoto Vista 400 film in Tetenal Colortec C-41
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
06-28-2023, 06:52 PM
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Colour and Black & white photos from Rome and Venice.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
06-30-2023, 04:59 AM
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Hello to all Asahiflex users.
It was great fun to take my old camera out for a spin in the sun. I will post some results here when I get the film developed.
Hope more bring the Asahiflexes for shooting. :)
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
05-18-2023, 12:34 PM
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Still needs some final touches, silver screws, ect. Thinking about doing the lens myself if I can match the paint.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
05-29-2023, 04:33 PM
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MZ-S & F100/2.8 Macro, shooting Kodak Ektachrome 100:
Phil.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
05-28-2023, 01:50 PM
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Long time since I have posted a photo here.
This is taken with Pentax MZ-S, 1/60 sec, F 2.2 . Film: Kodak Ektar 100. Lens 85mm , SMC Pentax Soft at f2,2.
First try with this lens.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
03-04-2023, 05:24 PM
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I love this. It has a certain Steve McCurry feel.
Here are a couple from me.
Nikon F2, 58mm f/1.2, Fuji 160S
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
03-09-2023, 10:50 AM
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Lionsgate Bridge, Vancouver.
P67II & 67 165/4 LS, shooting Fuji Provia 400x:
Phil.
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
02-25-2023, 10:21 AM
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our local mountain(3,950ft) got some snow yesterday, woowee.
 Mount Diablo
645Z & 67 M* 300/4
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