Pentax Z1
Posted 29/05/2009 - 14:39
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there's something about opening a packet of photos fresh from the lab which we have lost with Digital. Still, I wouldn't trade all the advantages of my K10D for that, if I want that feeling I still have an ME-F and many rolls of film....
you don't have to be mad to post here
but it does help
but it does help
Posted 25/07/2009 - 12:34
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Would anyone be interested in my mint Z1 with 28-80 lens if I put it on the 'for sale' thread?
Posted 25/07/2009 - 12:57
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Stay away from the MZ-5n, it appears they have an inherent fault, I have had 2 of them and the mirror motor has failed on both
That must be what happened to mine? it just makes a whining noise when I press the shutter.Stay away from the MZ-5n, it appears they have an inherent fault, I have had 2 of them and the mirror motor has failed on both
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a Z1 + 28-80 for the very cheap price of £49
Sad but an ideal opportunity for collectors, I've thought about it myself on several occasions but wonder what I'd do with them all
a Z1 + 28-80 for the very cheap price of £49
Posted 27/07/2009 - 08:09
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impotentspider wrote:
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Mine gave up life that way as well Definitely seems to be a pattern.
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Stay away from the MZ-5n, it appears they have an inherent fault, I have had 2 of them and the mirror motor has failed on both
That must be what happened to mine? it just makes a whining noise when I press the shutter.Stay away from the MZ-5n, it appears they have an inherent fault, I have had 2 of them and the mirror motor has failed on both
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Hi. My name is Joel and I'm a travelholic.
Stolen kit: Pentax K7 #3428965 and Pentax FA 43mm #0028350
Stolen kit: Pentax K7 #3428965 and Pentax FA 43mm #0028350
Posted 27/07/2009 - 15:46
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womble wrote:
Off topic but...
a) I find it fun and enjoy using film.
b) Digital makes me lazy, film makes me think.
c) The MX and LX are such lovely pieces of equipment I get pleasure just from the use of them.
None of these reasons are compelling enough that I would argue for film over digital, after all I take 100x more digital photos than film, but they are enough that I keep taking a few.
Me too, maybe it's the MX & LX they just make you want to use them. Film was good enough for me for 30 years so I still like to take slides on holiday and at Christmas. The MX or LX in their ERC cases make a nice compact holiday camera with a 50mm lens.
Off topic but...
Mannesty wrote:
I can't think of a good reason to use film anymore.
You are right, but:I can't think of a good reason to use film anymore.
a) I find it fun and enjoy using film.
b) Digital makes me lazy, film makes me think.
c) The MX and LX are such lovely pieces of equipment I get pleasure just from the use of them.
None of these reasons are compelling enough that I would argue for film over digital, after all I take 100x more digital photos than film, but they are enough that I keep taking a few.
Posted 27/07/2009 - 15:59
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I enjoy using film when the subject isn't moving. I am interested in med format. I think med format produces great results.
B. R. Foster
Posted 27/07/2009 - 17:49
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JohnMcD wrote:
even more compact with a 40mm pancake lens
womble wrote:
Off topic but...
a) I find it fun and enjoy using film.
b) Digital makes me lazy, film makes me think.
c) The MX and LX are such lovely pieces of equipment I get pleasure just from the use of them.
None of these reasons are compelling enough that I would argue for film over digital, after all I take 100x more digital photos than film, but they are enough that I keep taking a few.
Me too, maybe it's the MX & LX they just make you want to use them. Film was good enough for me for 30 years so I still like to take slides on holiday and at Christmas. The MX or LX in their ERC cases make a nice compact holiday camera with a 50mm lens.Off topic but...
Mannesty wrote:
I can't think of a good reason to use film anymore.
You are right, but:I can't think of a good reason to use film anymore.
a) I find it fun and enjoy using film.
b) Digital makes me lazy, film makes me think.
c) The MX and LX are such lovely pieces of equipment I get pleasure just from the use of them.
None of these reasons are compelling enough that I would argue for film over digital, after all I take 100x more digital photos than film, but they are enough that I keep taking a few.
FILM - Pentax: LX, K2 - 24/2.8, 40/2.8, 50/1.4, 120/2.8, 80-200/4.5, 28-105mm 2.8 macro, AF 280T
DIGITAL - Nikon : D300 - 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S VR DX
DIGITAL - Nikon : D300 - 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED AF-S VR DX
Posted 27/07/2009 - 18:30
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Clarky wrote:
Stay away from the MZ-5n, it appears they have an inherent fault, I have had 2 of them and the mirror motor has failed on both.
Apparently the small plastic gear which drives the mirror breaks. It can be repaired by replacing the motor with a brass gear attached, but at 80quid (AU$170) its not viable IMO. I sold them both for parts or repair and picked up an MZ-6 for 40quid. Better camera anyway I believe.
I had the same problem with my MZ5N and had it repaired - it is still living, but dont know what to do with it. However, I shall always love my Z1 and will never part with it for a pittance. I so loved that camera!Stay away from the MZ-5n, it appears they have an inherent fault, I have had 2 of them and the mirror motor has failed on both.
Apparently the small plastic gear which drives the mirror breaks. It can be repaired by replacing the motor with a brass gear attached, but at 80quid (AU$170) its not viable IMO. I sold them both for parts or repair and picked up an MZ-6 for 40quid. Better camera anyway I believe.
The only way I shall go back to film again to play, is a medium format Hassleblad ...one day soon I hope!
Lilly
Posted 28/07/2009 - 14:54
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BODYHEAT wrote:
even more compact with a 40mm pancake lens[/quote]I found the 40mm too hard to focus with, I prefer a 50 or 55mm. I got used to a 55mm as previous SLR was a Fufica ST705 that had a 55mm f1.8, cracking lens.
JohnMcD wrote:
a) I find it fun and enjoy using film.
b) Digital makes me lazy, film makes me think.
c) The MX and LX are such lovely pieces of equipment I get pleasure just from the use of them.
None of these reasons are compelling enough that I would argue for film over digital, after all I take 100x more digital photos than film, but they are enough that I keep taking a few.
Me too, maybe it's the MX & LX they just make you want to use them. Film was good enough for me for 30 years so I still like to take slides on holiday and at Christmas. The MX or LX in their ERC cases make a nice compact holiday camera with a 50mm lens.womble wrote:
Off topic but...
[quote:3496ace15f="Mannesty"]I can't think of a good reason to use film anymore.
You are right, but:Off topic but...
[quote:3496ace15f="Mannesty"]I can't think of a good reason to use film anymore.
a) I find it fun and enjoy using film.
b) Digital makes me lazy, film makes me think.
c) The MX and LX are such lovely pieces of equipment I get pleasure just from the use of them.
None of these reasons are compelling enough that I would argue for film over digital, after all I take 100x more digital photos than film, but they are enough that I keep taking a few.
Posted 31/07/2009 - 15:39
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Even though I have the K20D, and used the K10D exclusively in Namibia (the Z-1 stopped working on Day 1 ) I still like putting film through the Z-1, Z-1p, MZ-S and the Mamiya 645...
I still think the sight of a nice Velvia slide beats a screen shot anyday...
And theż're immune from HDD failures
I still think the sight of a nice Velvia slide beats a screen shot anyday...
And theż're immune from HDD failures
Z-1p, K-1, P50
F50 1.7. SMC-FAs 24, 35, 50 1.4, 85, 135. HD-FA15-30, DFA24-70, D-FA*70-200. The SMC-FA Limited Trinity.
Metz 45 CL-4, AF500FTZ. AF540FGZ.
Some Mamiya and some Nikon, and a Canon T70.
F50 1.7. SMC-FAs 24, 35, 50 1.4, 85, 135. HD-FA15-30, DFA24-70, D-FA*70-200. The SMC-FA Limited Trinity.
Metz 45 CL-4, AF500FTZ. AF540FGZ.
Some Mamiya and some Nikon, and a Canon T70.
Posted 01/08/2009 - 16:30
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thoramay wrote:
Would anyone be interested in my mint Z1 with 28-80 lens if I put it on the 'for sale' thread?
Hallo,Would anyone be interested in my mint Z1 with 28-80 lens if I put it on the 'for sale' thread?
if you can sent z1+28/80 in Italy, I'll be interested.
Can I knew the price?
Thank Luca
Pentax Spotmatic SPII
Super takumar 20|28|35|55|105|135|200
Pentax 40|50|55|70-200 - Jupiter-37AM
Mamiya M645 1000S - Sekor 24|55|80|150|210
Super takumar 20|28|35|55|105|135|200
Pentax 40|50|55|70-200 - Jupiter-37AM
Mamiya M645 1000S - Sekor 24|55|80|150|210
Posted 02/08/2009 - 12:20
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Luca...will you contact me via PM please
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Have just acquired a Pentax ME Super to compliment my MG and MZ-M.
I think the 'Super' is well named!
Thirty six beautiful glossy 7"x5" pics for £5.99 D&P!