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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 14 Hours Ago  
I scored an F-28mm/f2.8 on eBay!
Posted By bdery
Replies: 7
Views: 406
I have always been curious about that lens, it's suppose to have a lot of character.
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 14 Hours Ago  
I want to support Pentax, but…
Posted By bdery
Replies: 173
Views: 5,721
Possibly :)

I could have written above, that in some cases the Pentax lineup is actually unique. In particular for medium tele prime lenses, not all companies have something like the DA* 200 and 300.
Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion 3 Days Ago  
I want to support Pentax, but…
Posted By bdery
Replies: 173
Views: 5,721
The lineup is fairly complete, not many things missing! So slow and steady updates make more sense than releasing a slew of niche items which won't justify the R&D costs. Especially for APS-C, but also for FF, the lineup covers most bases.



That's true of any brand.
Forum: Welcomes and Introductions 3 Days Ago  
Introducing myself
Posted By bdery
Replies: 16
Views: 467
Welcome to the community!
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 02-29-2024, 06:30 AM  
Teleconverter for 150-450mm?
Posted By bdery
Replies: 18
Views: 848
Forum: General Talk 02-27-2024, 06:31 AM  
The craziest experience I had with Android
Posted By bdery
Replies: 32
Views: 671
I find it funny that people would blame the OS when it's clearly a series of hardware problems.

It's also funny when people compare a "Nokia" (which nowadays is a rebranded Chinese knockoff of whatever) to a high-end product from a competitor and assume it's a fair comparison. It wouldn't be any fairer to compare this Nokia to a top-of-the-line Samsung or Pixel.

The only "problem" with Android is that, since it's open, anyone can make phones running the OS, so you can get crappy or stellar products. Like with anything, you get what you pay for.
Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories 02-27-2024, 06:07 AM  
Is there a camera backpack out there that does NOT have a laptop compartment?
Posted By bdery
Replies: 52
Views: 1,610
That's a good point. Probably that the Backlight could be a worthy option for this longer lens.
Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories 02-26-2024, 06:15 AM  
Is there a camera backpack out there that does NOT have a laptop compartment?
Posted By bdery
Replies: 52
Views: 1,610
Others have mentioned it. Mindshift Gear have the best hiking backpacks, hands down. I couldn't see myself parting with my 34L version, but depending on your need maybe the smaller 20-something version would be adequate. Access to the camera compartment is fantastic.

Mindshift Gear Rotation180 34L Backpack Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 02-26-2024, 06:13 AM  
I cant figure out what lens is this one!
Posted By bdery
Replies: 14
Views: 745
Aperture blades will influence, among other things, bokeh, especially the rendering of out-of-focus highlights. All things being equal, more blades generally lead to highlights closer to a sphere, more pleasing to the eyes.
Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories 02-22-2024, 06:22 AM  
Having trouble putting on a Pentax Hand Strap.
Posted By bdery
Replies: 27
Views: 8,908
This is an old thread, but with newer comments.

Since I discovered hand straps, I have almost never used a neck strap. BUT I couple the hand strap with a Peak Design Capture Clip, so that when I don't hold the camera in hand, it is secured to either my body or my bag. With young children I have realized that a neck or shoulder strap makes the camera dangle everywhere all the time. The hand strap takes much of the weight off my hand, it is an added security when holding the camera, and it slides in in a second.
Forum: Welcomes and Introductions 02-22-2024, 06:14 AM  
A message
Posted By bdery
Replies: 19
Views: 680
Welcome, you'll like it around here
Forum: Pentax News and Rumors 02-21-2024, 06:00 AM  
Poll: It's a total eclipse, but is it art? Best of Pentax Forums Feb. 21 poll
Posted By bdery
Replies: 31
Views: 1,716
I live within an hour's drive from totality, so I will drive there with the kids and enjoy the event!
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 02-21-2024, 05:58 AM  
Pentax ~35mm "bokeh" test (FA31, FA35, DA35)
Posted By bdery
Replies: 11
Views: 882
We're talking about the HD FA 35 which is newer, even though base on that old design indeed.
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 02-21-2024, 05:56 AM  
Pentax ~35mm "bokeh" test (FA31, FA35, DA35)
Posted By bdery
Replies: 11
Views: 882
Sorry about that.



We, as shown in my in-depth review of the 31 (I have not tested the FA 35) the 31 is sensitive to CA and PF:

SMC Pentax-FA 31mm F1.8 AL Limited Review - Aberrations | PentaxForums.com Reviews

However, I would say that even just by looking at your out of focus highlights test shots, the 31 shows how different it is relative to either 35. Circular highlights will lead to better transitions, among other things. You also mention corner sharpness. There is also microcontrast, color rendering, center sharpness, uniformity, so many things which make or break an image.
Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 02-20-2024, 06:07 AM  
Pentax ~35mm "bokeh" test (FA31, FA35, DA35)
Posted By bdery
Replies: 11
Views: 882
the takeaways for me are

1-the HD and SMC Fa 35 are similar, which is to be expected.
2-the 31 is better able to preserve the spherical shape of the aperture. Also to be expected
3-the 31 is worse for purple fringing. Not too surprising, it's an older design.

you can see comparable information in in-depth lens reviews. I haven't tested the FA 35mm however.
Forum: Pentax News and Rumors 02-19-2024, 07:54 AM  
Poll: Are film cameras pizza or Damascus Steel? Best of Pentax Forums Feb. 14 poll
Posted By bdery
Replies: 47
Views: 2,208
I have worked for the Canadian Ministry of Defence also ;) It's not a critic of how military expenses are made or projects are run, but it's vastly different to design a highly specialized tool with few units made and to mass-market a camera with cost as an important driver.
Forum: Pentax News and Rumors 02-15-2024, 06:22 AM  
Poll: Are film cameras pizza or Damascus Steel? Best of Pentax Forums Feb. 14 poll
Posted By bdery
Replies: 47
Views: 2,208
It's not "can we make it", it's "can we mass produce it at a low cost". Military expenses are never a reasonable baseline ;)
Forum: Pentax News and Rumors 02-14-2024, 06:25 AM  
Poll: Are film cameras pizza or Damascus Steel? Best of Pentax Forums Feb. 14 poll
Posted By bdery
Replies: 47
Views: 2,208
I believe the main challenges are the WHY of design choices, as first mentioned by CristiC, and the availability of parts. If the parts don't exist anymore, solutions will have to be created.
Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories 02-14-2024, 06:11 AM  
Testing the new K&F Concept magnetic filters and lens cap
Posted By bdery
Replies: 22
Views: 3,536
I'm sorry, I should have noticed that you had the VND. Its front is indeed larger. I'm not very good with filter acronyms. Good that you have this sorted out. The good news is that the 72mm cap can be used when there is no filter.
Forum: Pentax News and Rumors 02-12-2024, 07:28 AM  
FY2023 Q3 (ending Dec. '23) financial report: "Steady growth of the camera business"
Posted By bdery
Replies: 27
Views: 2,508
Agreed. The Monochrome is probably the biggest driver there, it was a sound decision to release that product. It's doing very well in Japan, and is often back-ordered in other areas of the world. A careful and steady release of high-end lenses will make sure the K-mount remains interesting, if not fast-paced.
Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories 02-08-2024, 06:06 AM  
Testing the new K&F Concept magnetic filters and lens cap
Posted By bdery
Replies: 22
Views: 3,536
That is my main takeaway from using these filters.



It probably depends on the specific snap-on cap, mine have had no problems so far. The "teeth" might not always extend very far depending on the model.
Forum: Welcomes and Introductions 02-07-2024, 06:14 AM  
Hello from Canada.
Posted By bdery
Replies: 7
Views: 323
Welcome from Quebec city!
Forum: Pentax Price Watch 02-07-2024, 06:14 AM  
$2,716.66 Swarovski K-m
Posted By bdery
Replies: 38
Views: 1,571
I agree, the product photos are horrible! I remember having seen other pictures of this at some point, and it at least looked like a true Swarovski "something". Here it looks like it's covered in plastic Diamond Dots.
Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio 02-06-2024, 06:09 AM  
New Godox XPro II flash triggers
Posted By bdery
Replies: 19
Views: 2,016
Correct, it doesn't exist for Pentax.

Your best bet is either to find a version 1, or to get the X2T. Functionally it's the same, with the added benefit of having a hotshoe on the trigger, but with a smaller screen and fewer buttons. The XPro has a button layout mostly similar to a Godox speedlight, the X2T doesn't.

Another option (more expensive but more versatile) is to get any Godox speedlight and use it as a trigger.
Forum: Welcomes and Introductions 02-01-2024, 06:36 AM  
New Member and Question
Posted By bdery
Replies: 44
Views: 1,064
You have some great pictures to share!



I'm a bit late to reply, but here's my take anyway.

The 28-105mm is often seen as a no-brainer for the K-1. It,s a great lens.

The newly released D FA 21mm Limited (not the DA, which is for APS-C) is an astounding lens, but pricey. If you can justify it, it's amazing.

If you can find an FA 20-35mm used, it's a very popular lens. I never warmed up to it, but that's just me.

The F and FA 28mm are also well liked, available used. The Fa is sharper, the F creates more beautiful starbursts.

You can get an F 35-70mm for a song, it's not the best range but that lens is better than it has any right to be.
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