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Sigma 150 500 Problem
First thing to do is clean the contacts and take the batteries out of the camera. Leave it for 5 mins or so, put the batteries back in, and see how it works then
Posted by Blythman on 03/04/2012 - 15:52
Sigma 150 500 Problem
Sorry Alistair. Clean the contacts between the lens and the camera. A bit of muck in there could mean threy aren't communicating properly. As to the batteries in the Kx. Mine completely froze once. Couldn't turn it off or anything. Took batteries out, put them back in, and it never happened again...
Posted by Blythman on 03/04/2012 - 16:04
Dust
Just bought a used lens, looked fine in the shop and got it home to find three dust specs on the inside of the lens. the condition of the lens was apparently mint. My questions would be - would I notice the dust in the pictures? - how frequently do lens get dust inside of them. None of my other ...
Posted by NumbersPete on 03/04/2012 - 16:54
Dust
Just bought a used lens, looked fine in the shop and got it home to find three dust specs on the inside of the lens. the condition of the lens was apparently mint. My questions would be - would I notice the dust in the pictures? - how frequently do lens get dust inside of them. None of my other ...
Posted by prsjnb on 04/04/2012 - 16:43
Wide Angle lens choice?
There is also a Samyang 14mm f2.8 which is reportedly excellent. But f4 should be fine, if you bump the ISO up, and that would open up plenty of options. Although Samyang only make manual focus lenses at this point... I'd bite the bullet and raise the ISO personally... That or a shiny new flashgu...
Posted by DaveHolmes on 09/04/2012 - 19:53
Wide Angle lens choice?
I think I may have found a solution which is to get either the Tamron SP 10-24mm f3.5-4.5 Di II or something similar and also a flash. That would solve the lighting issue and also allow me to have a wide angle lens at a higher f stop to get as much focus possible in the shot.
Posted by StarScr33m on 12/04/2012 - 01:34
Wide Angle lens choice?
I think I may have found a solution which is to get either the Tamron SP 10-24mm f3.5-4.5 Di II or something similar and also a flash. That would solve the lighting issue and also allow me to have a wide angle lens at a higher f stop to get as much focus possible in the shot. If you are going to do ...
Posted by Frogfish on 12/04/2012 - 05:56
Wide Angle lens choice?
Just a note that deep DOF (everything in focus) in a dark(ish) environment and (single) flash do not go well together. The problem is that a flash can only properly expose one subject at one distance; bouncing (if you have the option) makes the situation a bit better as it spreads the light a little...
Posted by sterretje on 12/04/2012 - 17:09
Wide Angle lens choice?
I think I may have found a solution which is to get either the Tamron SP 10-24mm f3.5-4.5 Di II or something similar and also a flash. That would solve the lighting issue and also allow me to have a wide angle lens at a higher f stop to get as much focus possible in the shot. A standard flash will c...
Posted by beakynet on 13/04/2012 - 12:55
Where to get M42 rear caps?
If you're not fussed about having "Pentax" embossed on them try your local charity shops. They may have some old lenses with back covers fitted. They may either just sell you the covers of you may have to buy the lens (then resell, or consider it a donation to .......) Bernard
Posted by Frogherder on 10/04/2012 - 17:10
Where to get M42 rear caps?
Johnathan Mac wrote: Hmm, it seems that evilbay is the way to go. The only thing I hate more than ebay is Paypal. I'll have to see if I can make a purchase without being scr*wed over by both I think Ebay is one of the best sources to get anything and everything you desire 90% of the time for a ...
Posted by Horst on 11/02/2014 - 12:25
Which is better for street photography ?
So far, I have had most success with the DA 21mm when used close and discreetly, usually waist high, and with the DFA 100mm, a macro lens I know, but the length means I can stand back and frame a shot from far enough away not be overbearing or even noticed if I get it right. I've had some nice shots...
Posted by mecrox on 10/04/2012 - 22:59
Which is better for street photography ?
You're right about the Sigma 28 - it is not compact, but the f1.8 aperture and the close focus abilities make it a very useful "street shooter". It can be a little soft at maximum aperture, but stopped down just a little it is a very capable performer. I don't use mine since I now have the 15 & 35 ...
Posted by LennyBloke on 11/04/2012 - 16:27
Which is better for street photography ?
does the 35mm macro have slow focus, or hunts for focus ?
Posted by SamHornabrook on 11/04/2012 - 16:34
Which is better for street photography ?
I think the culture plays a big part, and how crowded a street is. Walking in and out of Canterbury - smallish, quiet English city - I no longer even bother attempting taking photos. It would be tantamount to mugging, just you and the subject on a long, quiet, empty street. People's personal space a...
Posted by jeztastic on 12/04/2012 - 09:19
Which is better for street photography ?
Dr. Mhuni wrote:The 50-135 is now my telephoto lens of choice - and despite its relative bulk I find it an excellent street lens with a handy range and relatively fast speed. This lens is also much used by another accomplished PUFer, David Trout, who gets superb results from it in a street context (...
Posted by davidtrout on 23/04/2012 - 19:25
What is the use of a prime ?
I feel shorter focal lengths benefit primes more than longer, short focal length zooms are usually quite bulky, longer lengths are not much more so than a prime. As you go longer, the ability to 'pull-back' a bit can be really useful, especially where you're shooting things that move closer to/furth...
Posted by johnha on 12/04/2012 - 01:25
What is the use of a prime ?
As others have said, the trade off in zooms v primes is one of quality and speed vs. flexibility, but it's worth remembering that it's not a simple choice of one or the other. Some zooms give very good quality but are only slightly more flexible than primes, e.g. my new Sigma 10-20 which I have...
Posted by Mandrake on 19/04/2012 - 23:23
What is the use of a prime ?
I remember in art classes we used to do experiments such as drawing with our left hand, drawing without looking at the paper, etc. The purpose of these excercises was to force us out of 'habits' and draw in a new way. Using a prime can be a bit like that - you know, going out with one lens and being...
Posted by Pentaxophile on 20/04/2012 - 10:19
Confused by M42 Super-Takumar apertures
Thanks John. No wonder I was confused when I found a comment relating to Auto/Super-Taks going clockwise/anti-clockwise without detailing whether it was from the front or back.
Posted by johnha on 12/04/2012 - 22:19
