Algernon

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Algernon
I like the 1st one best.

Why would anyone think they need FF for bokeh when
the K-5 can produce a shot like that. It's 50mm at
f/2.8 so a standard 50mm would produce similar shots.

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Comment by Algernon posted on Two new lenses at 05/09/2013 - 13:02

Algernon
You mean some people actually use them!

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Comment by Algernon posted on DA Limiteds - How do you use yours? at 05/09/2013 - 12:50

Algernon
Ha! Ha! Gotta Love Philips..... Wi-Fi Air Purifier
Air is free and it's all around.... go to the park!

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Comment by Algernon posted on IFA 2013 - Pentax/Ricoh at 05/09/2013 - 12:48

Algernon
Lightweight Trousers made with a high cotton content.
Most stuff seems to be 100% Polyester these days.
I would walk round naked first!

I used to buy Farah Weekend, but every time I bought them
they were 10% less cotton and 10% more Polyester.
Chinos are still 100% cotton, but too heavy.

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Comment by Algernon posted on handy things you cant get anymore at 05/09/2013 - 11:18

Algernon
Susis Tripods.... Very innovative German maker. Went out of business about 1980 when they were making some really good stuff. The Model 270 from that period was the best tripod I ever used for portraits and weddings, braced legs so you could move it around without worrying about the legs collapsing and self adjusting feet which wouldn't scratch the floor.

You only see the vintage stuff on ebay. I don't think anyone in their right mind would sell a 270. I've still got mine.

They also made a Copy Stand which was highly regarded.

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Comment by Algernon posted on handy things you cant get anymore at 05/09/2013 - 10:57

Algernon
johnriley wrote:
How about a folding medium format digital camera with 645 sensor?
When did they stop making them?
I wish people would tell me!

Comment by Algernon posted on handy things you cant get anymore at 05/09/2013 - 10:11

Algernon
Four Feather Falls is quite good!

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Comment by Algernon posted on Good spots in the lakes at 05/09/2013 - 08:34

Algernon
That's the cheaper Non SMC version. Build quality is a bit iffy. It was probably made by the same factory that made the same lens with the Takumar badge.

The SMC version is one of the nicest lenses to use, that Pentax ever made, but the 'F' SMC version is slightly sharper which is a pity because I like the 'A' version.

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Comment by Algernon posted on can i use it at 05/09/2013 - 08:17

Algernon
Mathers of Lancashire no longer do Pentax that's a big
loss, I've used them since to 70's when they were in
Manchester. They could always be relied on.

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Comment by Algernon posted on Mifsuds are a Pentax Pro Dealer again at 04/09/2013 - 15:58

Algernon
When you look at the other exhibitors at IFA.... this
doesn't look like being a camera..... Maybe a 3D Printer
to print your own FF Camera

http://b2b.ifa-berlin.com/en/PRESS/Dates/index.jsp

Ricoh don't mention cameras on their Copier website
so I can't imagine that they will be showing anything
other than copiers at this show



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Comment by Algernon posted on Here's hoping... at 04/09/2013 - 14:35

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