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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion 02-26-2023, 05:44 AM  
'best' non-Pentax MF K mount prime lenses
Posted By photocles
Replies: 36
Views: 2,719
One of my favorites, which seems to get zero respect, is the Hoya (Tokina mfg) 135mm f/2.8 (HOYA HMC PK 135mm F2.8 Lens Reviews - Miscellaneous Lenses - Pentax Lens Review Database)

I have used this lens on Pentax SLR/DSLR bodies and mirrorless Sony bodies for more than a decade and I think it's a gem. This lens travels with me a lot. At f4 down, I think it's a solid performer.


Examples on an A7:

Warped reflection | Downtown Phoenix, Arizona | photocles | Flickr


Plywood stubble | Mural detail, downtown Phoenix, AZ Sony A7? | Flickr
Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help 12-24-2022, 08:37 PM  
Clackers' Beginners Tip 53 (Christmas Edition): AF-C Mode
Posted By photocles
Replies: 6
Views: 1,213
:confused:
:lol:

Merry Christmas and thanks for all the tips!
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 12-21-2022, 06:36 AM  
RIP Colton Allen
Posted By photocles
Replies: 18
Views: 1,793
Thank you for letting us know, Nick. Very sad news. His work and his tireless effort are not lost. I am thankful that he shared his beautiful images with us.
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 10-03-2021, 04:28 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Along Doo Lough on the Mayo/Galway border. Agfa Record I and Pan F. Scan was tone mapped in Affinity.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 09-24-2021, 10:28 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
That's interesting - in Arizona, we call standing dead trees 'snags'.
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 08-26-2021, 12:46 PM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Pentax z70+DA-35+HP5. This is with the DA-35 at f/2.4.


The z70 and this lens (along with the DA-50) is just a superb combo for 135-format photography on the cheap. I only wish it was easier to get batteries for the z70 where I live. I hope my z70 doesn't stop working anytime soon because I doubt I can find another one for 5 Euro now! (I bought mine complete with an F 35-80 f/4-5.6 for that price in 2012. Seriously.)

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-10-2021, 03:24 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Old windows on an old school here in Galway. Lubitel and FP4.
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 08-22-2021, 02:42 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
From the Claddagh in Galway. Lubitel 166B and FP4.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 08-03-2021, 10:01 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
B&B in Gort, Co. Galway. Lubitel and Lomography 100.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-30-2021, 08:18 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Here's another half price sale and another van of sorts... Via Lubitel and FP4 again.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-24-2021, 03:38 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
On the streets of Gort, Co.Galway. Lubitel 166B and Lomography Color 100.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-25-2021, 11:47 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Formerly J.J. Noone, Draper and Outfitter.
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-19-2021, 02:22 PM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Lubitel and trusty ol' FP4 again. I've tone mapped the scan and added significant contrast, but the amount of detail in the original negative is quite incredible to me.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-18-2021, 05:46 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Agfa Record I and Ortho 80.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-17-2021, 01:38 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Sprocket holes again... Agfa Record I with FP4.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-14-2021, 09:56 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
This is with the Lubitel's lens at f/4.5 - something I rarely do for a variety of reasons. Lomography 100 color film. This is my fourth roll of color film in 12 months. That might be a new record! :lol:

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-11-2021, 06:01 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Pentax z70,DA-50 and HP5.
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 07-03-2021, 04:30 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Pentax z70, DA-50 and HP5.

Forum: Mini-Challenges, Games, and Photo Stories 07-03-2021, 04:25 AM  
Panorama-orama - Post your Panos
Posted By photocles
Replies: 3,220
Views: 303,161
Pano by crop.

Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 06-19-2021, 02:46 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Looking out the patio door on a day with decent weather. Lubitel 166B (with FP4 in 135 format, obviously). This is how the image was scanned by my local camera store - in a 6x7 carrier. I like the self-framed look of many of these scans.
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 06-26-2021, 01:48 PM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
From late spring. Pentax z70, DA-50 and HP5.
Forum: Mini-Challenges, Games, and Photo Stories 05-17-2021, 02:06 PM  
Panorama-orama - Post your Panos
Posted By photocles
Replies: 3,220
Views: 303,161
Tonight on Galway Bay. This is looking south at the Burren in Co. Clare from Barna in Co. Galway, Ireland. Nex-6, 28-70 and a circular polarizer. Not the greatest camera/lens combo for this, but it's what I had on me at the time.:lol:
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 04-21-2021, 01:06 PM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Lubitel and FP4 again.
Forum: Sold Items 12-01-2020, 02:20 PM  
For Sale - Sold: Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-F6.3 Contemporary
Posted By photocles
Replies: 7
Views: 1,589
PentaxForums.com Marketplace Listing

Item for Sale
Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-F6.3 Contemporary

Asking Price
250.00 EUR

Item Location
Galway (Ireland)

Item Description
Sigma 18-300 mm f/3.5-6.3 Contemporary zoom for Pentax. Excellent (near mint) condition inside and out. Ships with original hood, original caps, box and paperwork.

I bought this lens in the summer of 2016 specifically for travel. It's a great lens in many respects. You can see what I wrote about it back in 2017 using this link. You can also read the complete review right here on Pentax forums:

Sigma 18-300mm F3.5-F6.3 Contemporary Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

The best thing about this lens, outside of its incredible range, is the near-silent focusing. On my camera bodies, which are quite old in relative terms (K-5 and K-30), AF works very good in most situations with relatively strong lighting. Even in somewhat dim light, it's still pretty reliable in terms of AF until it's racked out to maximum FL.

So, if I like it so much, why am I selling it? Everything in my world associated with travel has changed (not just due to the pandemic). I'm just not using it enough to justify keeping it. I think someone else will put it to better use.

Please PM me for a quote on shipping. Since everything is a little bit weird right now, I would rather give you a specific shipping cost direct to your door.

Questions are welcome. :)

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
Worldwide

Shipping Charge
Varies - PM for quote

Shipping Services
Tracked shipping only

Accepted Payment Types
PayPal

Return Policy & Additional Details
14 days if item is not as described. Buyer pays return postage.

Please send me a private message if interested in the item!
Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras 04-17-2021, 07:40 AM  
:cool: Lets see those ''film'' shots
Posted By photocles
Replies: 26,410
Views: 3,335,143
Local woods with the Agfa Record I and Lomography 100 film.
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