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Are we stumbling, photographic zombies?
I love having a DSLR but some time ago decided I would use full manual or TAV (no variable ISO in film days other than forcing a whole film) to get me back thinking about my photography more. Like Simon I aim to get it as right as possible in camera. On my recent Caribbean holiday I finally got ...
Posted by wvbarnes on 26/12/2016 - 22:45
New Years Eve 2016
As usual, I intend to be on the coast tomorrow to see the last daylight of the year. The last two years were at Whitby up at the abbey as it gives a clear view of the sunset across the moors. Tomorrow will also be at Whitby even though cloud is forecast. Sunset is at 15:47. Hopefully, Mrs K10D wi...
Posted by K10D on 30/12/2016 - 21:13
New Years Eve 2016
As I did not get to the coast last NYE, I will be at Whitby on Friday. Sunset is given as 15:46. Forecast is for cloud at Whitby, no matter. Winds from the South West at 18mph, no matter. Seeing other people out and about, does matter. Getting back to a habit that I hold dear, does matt...
Posted by K10D on 27/12/2021 - 17:00
New Years Eve 2016
About to set off to Whitby as the forecast is clear skies. How time fly's. Have a good New Year. And still back home to see in the New Year with Jools Holland on BBC2? Time might fly but some things don't seem to change... Happy New Year to you and everyone :smile: . Steve
Posted by Lubbyman on 31/12/2025 - 13:30
Picasa now Google Pictures
Faststone for very quick viewing of images on a memory card to clear out the dross, one click gives you instant 100% view to check for blur and focus accuracy, if out, bin. Also it'll run on a memory stick without requiring an install very handy.
Posted by SteveEveritt on 01/01/2017 - 12:03
Who has a K1, and how do you like it?
I bought a K1 along with the f DA 28 - 105mm lens. We all know your 1st impression is usually the best, and after taking a few shots I loaded them onto my desktop. WOW! Now I have a K5, and I get great shots especially when using a Tamron macro 90mm lens shooting manual, but the K5 tends to ove...
Posted by paolo11 on 03/01/2017 - 02:31
Who has a K1, and how do you like it?
I have had a K1 for around a month now. Before buying I was debating with myself whether I needed to upgrade from my K10D. Probably not, but I decided to get the new toy anyway. Very glad I did. The dynamic range the K1 produces is much improved, and combined with the latest Silkypix offering (St...
Posted by pschlute on 03/01/2017 - 09:06
Who has a K1, and how do you like it?
Im too considering the K1.. Can the owners and users in their comments. Please tell us the type of photography they are using it for ? I.E. Landscapes (Which I believe its the bes around) Portraits, Sports. Has anyone experienced the so called pitfalls of focus tracking and slow to focus ?
Posted by stub on 03/01/2017 - 14:38
Who has a K1, and how do you like it?
Hi Stuart I've used mine for portraits, wildlife and fast action ( RAF Jets in the Mach Loop, BIF etc ) not had any real issues with focus tracking or slow focus, use the centre point 90% of the time.
Posted by Chrism8 on 03/01/2017 - 14:49
Who has a K1, and how do you like it?
Hi Stuart I've used mine for portraits, wildlife and fast action ( RAF Jets in the Mach Loop, BIF etc ) not had any real issues with focus tracking or slow focus, use the centre point 90% of the time. That comforting to hear...
Posted by stub on 03/01/2017 - 16:19
Pentax Portal on Ephotozine
I know this is supposed to be a 'twin' site to Ephotozine; but I got to say, the other place just lacks 'feel' for me. Not sure why. I found it first, got redirected here, and never looked back :D
Posted by Mag07 on 06/01/2017 - 01:01
What lens(es) you been using?
Greetings Peter, that's a two lens set up that covers most that anyone is likely to encounter. I also have the 55-300 and find it a very good performer. Mike-P, sorry to hear you've lost your photography mojo. I guess we all have our ups and downs. 3 months is longer than I've managed without tak...
Posted by Nigelk on 11/01/2017 - 14:52
Lenses - suggested used prices
HI all I'm finding that I'm not using a couple of manual focus lens as much as I thought I might so intend to put them on the classifieds forum. Only thing is I'm not sure of a fair price. I'm keen to shift them to a good home and could just ask for offers but I'm interested in what the forum thi...
Posted by stephenparfitt on 16/01/2017 - 17:16
Shooting Water - Shutter Speed
Hi all. As some of you might have spotted, Pentax asked me to write an article on “Shooting Water” in response to some questions from Ephotozine over the Xmas break. The article came from a presentation I gave at WEX in Norwich in November on the same subject, as part of WEX's ongoing presentation...
Posted by thingsthatihaveseen on 17/01/2017 - 12:30
Big P or a little P
I have a small project coming up where I will be photographing various model aircraft engines. The DOF will need to be deep as all details need to be in focus. I'll need to make up a small light box studio (cardboard box approach) and set up some lighting. Do I consider two or three flashguns or do ...
Posted by K10D on 19/01/2017 - 09:48
Big P or a little P
I'd have thought the Q would be the easiest for your project. Big P might require some focus stacking which would be a bit of a faff!
Posted by JAK on 19/01/2017 - 10:35
Big P or a little P
I find that I can get quite deep dof using a set of bellows with a 135mm on the end and delayed shutter release. Constant light seems better since you are not trying to stop movement and it's not so fiddly. Also, should you need to focus stack, the bellows is absolutely perfect for it.
Posted by davidwozhere on 20/01/2017 - 01:38
Big P or a little P
If you light the subjects with LED or fluorescent lights, make sure they are full spectrum, otherwise you might end up with nasty colors you won't be able to correct. Some LED lights are missing wide color bands in the spectrum. The manufacturer copes with these "missing links" by increasing or ...
Posted by pentaxian450 on 20/01/2017 - 02:25
Big P or a little P
If you light the subjects with LED or fluorescent lights, make sure they are full spectrum, otherwise you might end up with nasty colors you won't be able to correct. Some LED lights are missing wide color bands in the spectrum. The manufacturer copes with these "missing links" by increasing or ...
Posted by K10D on 20/01/2017 - 08:06
Big P or a little P
this is a job for tungsten lights... one cheap halogen worklight in the 500 watt range.. yes you can go with cooler lights if ya got them, but nothing will be cheaper than halogen to buy, and you're dealing with toys, not ice cream. :) set up your light table and you'll have benefits with the halog...
Posted by Don on 20/01/2017 - 15:26
