Forum: Pentax K-3 Photo Contest
04-30-2014, 02:51 AM
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Well i guess we know who won. ;)
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Forum: Sold Items
04-01-2014, 04:34 PM
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Sorry about that. I Think i have corrected the problem.
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Forum: Sold Items
04-01-2014, 04:25 PM
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PentaxForums.com Marketplace Listing Item for Sale
CADEN F1 Canvas Camera bag. Brown. Asking Price
25.00 USD Item Location
Boiling Spring Lakes (United States) Item Description
I bought this bag new several months ago but it has seen little to no use during that time.
The Bag is a brown canvas with adjustable liners. I really like this bag. It has a very comfortable, earthy feel to it and it DOESN'T scream out "Hey i'm a camera bag with valuable equipment inside" :cool:
Why am i selling? Due to a recent financial hardship i am being forced to sell off my equipment and some possessions.
I will ship it free within the Continental U.S. Are you the original owner of the item being sold?
Yes Are you selling or trading this item?
Selling Item Condition (Key)
Used
Like New Shipping Destinations
North America Shipping Charge
North Carolina Shipping Services
Free Shipping ( continental US ) Accepted Payment Types
PayPal Return Policy & Additional Details
none
Please send me a private message if interested in the item!
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Forum: Sold Items
03-13-2014, 01:37 PM
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PentaxForums.com Marketplace Listing Item for Sale
Pentax K-30 16.3 MP Black with 18-55mm WR lens and additional accessories Asking Price
430.00 USD Item Location
Southport NC (United States) Item Description
One Pentax k-30 camera/lens kit including, 18-55mm WR lens, Owners manual, 3 batteries, battery charger, PC to Camera cable, AA adapter, Pentax camera strap and photo editing software.
Camera firmware is 1.00
Shutter count is 2450 activations.
The Camera is very much like new. It has never been exposed to inclement weather.
Q:Why am i selling? A: Financial bind need funds promptly.
Please feel free to ask me anything about the camera.
Free Shipping within the continental US only. Are you the original owner of the item being sold?
Yes Are you selling or trading this item?
Selling Item Condition (Key)
Used
Excellent Shipping Destinations
Continental U.S. Only Shipping Charge
Free within continental US using Priority Mail Shipping Services
USPS UPS FedEx Accepted Payment Types
PayPal Return Policy & Additional Details
No returns.
Please send me a private message if interested in the item!
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Forum: Site Suggestions and Help
02-24-2014, 05:59 PM
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Example of average page with pictures when logged in.
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Forum: Site Suggestions and Help
02-24-2014, 05:50 PM
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everyone's ignore list??? Its not just one or a few posters, it's all, and if this is trol play by the admins then i am gone from this site and maybe pentax as well.
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Forum: Site Suggestions and Help
02-23-2014, 06:17 PM
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My cookies are set to delete every time i close my browsers
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Forum: Travel, Events, and Groups
02-23-2014, 06:13 PM
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Sounds like fun for people who use proxies and have multiple ID address.
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Forum: Site Suggestions and Help
02-23-2014, 05:57 PM
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Why do i have to log out to see photos that are put in the threads?
When i'm logged in, the link to the photo shows but not the image.
When i log out and view the thread , the photos display as they were intended.
Same error in Firefox, Opera, and Internet Explorer.
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Forum: Photographic Technique
02-19-2014, 09:32 PM
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here is a sample of how different LEDs affect my k-30. The white isn't so bad, but the primary colors are so harsh at the source, they don't transition well |
Forum: Photographic Technique
02-19-2014, 09:20 PM
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Those are wonderful photos Observer!
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Forum: Photographic Technique
02-19-2014, 09:14 PM
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Forum: Photographic Technique
02-19-2014, 09:10 PM
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Is it just me or... does anyone ELSE notice that fuzzy black newborn kittens seem to have some sort of stealth technology to prevent autofocus at any ISO?:hmm::lol:
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Forum: Pentax K-5 & K-5 II
02-18-2014, 10:47 AM
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great camera, i would love to own one.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
02-18-2014, 10:05 AM
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IDK,, pixel peeping? and maybe 100% coverage optical viewfinder.
Also the results of older full frame glass will "appear" sharper and wont get out-resolved by the higher density smaller sensor. On the other hand even cheep new digital cropped sensor lenses will look stunningly sharp in the center. Also FF offers more control over DOF.
interesting article found here: http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/full-frame-advantage.htm |
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
02-18-2014, 09:48 AM
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i hope the k-30's styling doesn't return. that way my camera will maintain a good resale value.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
02-18-2014, 09:42 AM
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Also,,and i know im going to get stoned for saying this,, but a used Canon 5D 10mp full frame camera can be acquired for around $600
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Forum: Pentax K-3 & K-3 II
02-18-2014, 09:10 AM
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
02-18-2014, 09:05 AM
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I have never been disappointed by a camera bought from KEH. when they say it LN it really is. and the EX are also like new just a little higher shutter count. Pentax Digital Camera Bodies - KEH.com |
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
02-17-2014, 09:23 AM
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Wouldn't mind having that 90 degree finder
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-17-2014, 09:05 AM
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Print it out see how it looks thats what counts, unless image quality on mobile devices is a priority to you
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
02-17-2014, 12:02 AM
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also keep in mind the k-5 series shutter is rated for over 100,000 activations, where as the k-30 the shutter life is never OFFICIALLY given by Ricoh
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
02-16-2014, 11:21 PM
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I have the k-30. and i would recommend the k-5 over it.
For one thing if at some point you would like a vertical grip , there is one for the k-5 and not the k-30.
The k-5 seems to be built a little more robust, made of magnesium alloy and stainless steel, whereas the k-30 has a stainless steel inner frame covered by a plastic shell.
The K-5 also has much better battery life than the k-30
The k-5 also has ISO 80 the k-30 does not.
The k-5 also has a quieter shutter than the k-30, very important IMO
The k-5 has a top LCD for quick viewing of settings. the k-30 does not.
On the down side the K-5 is very very hard to find new. And the k-30 is likewise hard to find new, except on the gray market.
Just some things to consider.
As others have mentioned I would also suggest the k-5II or the k-5IIs both of which can still be found new .
The K-50 can also be found new for under $500 PLEASE PLEASE be careful of amazon sellers based in countries foreign to your own. These are most often gray market cameras and may be refurbished or used and may not have a Pentax warranty. Also it may take many weeks for you to receive your camera and returns may not work well. B&H and Adorama are the most trustworthy companies out there to deal with.
And KEH for older used equipment. Crutchfield is also a very good company offering a 90 day return policy and good support. but higher prices. You Tube |
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-16-2014, 10:53 PM
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my 18-55mm WR also came with a hood. I suspect those that are not receiving hoods with there kits lens may be victims of gray market sales or buying return items sold as new that may have been returned without the hood. ---------- Post added 02-16-14 at 11:15 PM ----------
A coffee shop cup sleeve
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-16-2014, 10:44 PM
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Calibrating a kit zoom can be tricky. For example my 18-55mm front focused from 18 to 24mm and back focused from 30 to 55mm and the smaller aperture of the kit zooms can make it more difficult to read the results. I decided to calibrate for the longer angles and rely on manual focus for the wider angles. Also you might find the suggestions in this thread about better focus helpful.
I also use center weighted spot focusing. i find it gives more consistent in focus images, except in the case of sports.
The lower image is a 100% crop
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