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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
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If you stay in the K-5 family, I too would recommend the K-5 II or IIs. (Earlier bugs were worked out.) I love my K-5 IIs. Its shutter life expectancy is 100,000 clicks. Any you look at can be judged for remaining life by the current shutter count. I've never owned a K-3, but obviously it was a fine camera too. Its shutter life expectancy is 200,000 clicks.
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Forum: Contest Voting
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
03-13-2024, 04:06 PM
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
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Forum: Photographic Technique
02-19-2024, 12:10 PM
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^^^^^
What he said.
One thing that occurs to me is that a 100mm prime and a zoom set at 100mm may have different amounts of field curvature, where the focus plane is not flat. That could affect perceived DOF.
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Forum: Weekly Photo Challenges
02-16-2024, 05:32 PM
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"What can I say? My feet sweat. I need to dry out my socks."
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
02-04-2024, 06:07 PM
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I love the mood of these shots. Very evocative. Thanks for posting these gems.
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-04-2024, 05:20 PM
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Lots of good advice above. I'll second JohnMc's comment about trying a (high-quality circular) polarizing filter. We normally think of using these to cut reflections off of glass and water. But they are also great for controlling not-so-noticeable reflections that can wash out color on foliage and other surfaces. Our eyes/brain may not notice them, but the camera certainly does.
Looking at your sample above, I can think of a couple of suggestions. I would say that ISO 1600 for a K-30 is rather 'ambitious'. High ISOs can reduce dynamic range in an image and add digital noise. More modern cameras (K-5 II and later) can handle ISO 1600 well. Try using a slower shutter speed and turn down ISO. No need to use 1/800 sec. on a subject that isn't moving and a relatively short focal length.
Welcome to the forum. Great to have you with us. :)
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
01-27-2024, 10:30 AM
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Being an avid guitar player as well as a photographer, this creative image resonates with me on two fronts. I am neither Ansel Adams nor David Gilmour, but constantly strive to improve my skills in both arenas. I look forward to seeing your other album cover shots.
Well done!
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Forum: Post Your Photos!
01-09-2024, 11:26 AM
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Well, it's ugly, but you've captured it magnificently.
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
01-09-2024, 11:06 AM
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