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Comment by Algernon posted on Flying Kills Pixels? at 01/08/2011 - 18:42
Just try the in camera cleaning thing via the menu or a small
blower.
blower.
Comment by Algernon posted on K5 Sensor Issues... at 01/08/2011 - 18:38
This looks good Sigma 100 mm - 300 mm f/4 for about £40+ link
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Model Number DG APO HSM
Lens System
Product Line Sigma EX
Type Telephoto
Focal Length Zoom
Focus Type Auto& Manual
Lens Aperture F/4.0
Focal Length (mm) 100 mm - 300 mm
Compatibility
For CameraBrand Pentax
Mount Pentax K
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Luckily someone sent the seller a message asking if it wasn't
the cheaper version:
Q: Is this the Sigma 100-300mm f4.5-6.7 DL, NOT the f4 version as in the description. Regards
A: Yes, sorry, only just realised the description is wrong. This is the Sigma 100-300mm f4.5-6.7 DL
So the highest bidder may be upset Won't really matter
will it!
The same seller has a K-7 listed in 2 separate auctions within 14mins
of each other... K-7 on it's own link.... and as part of a KIT which includes the above Sigma 100-300mm link
The mind boggles at just how they will sort this one out?
EDIT: Just noticed added (twice):
On 26-Jul-11 at 18:22:57 BST, seller added the following information:
PREFER BANK DEPOSIT PLEASE WILL GIVE POSTAGE DISCOUNT IF SELLER PAYS BANK DEPOSIT
On 26-Jul-11 at 18:24:07 BST, seller added the following information:
PREFER BANK DEPOSIT PLEASE WILL GIVE POSTAGE DISCOUNT IF SELLER PAYS BANK DEPOSIT
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So no ebay buyer protection?
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Model Number DG APO HSM
Lens System
Product Line Sigma EX
Type Telephoto
Focal Length Zoom
Focus Type Auto& Manual
Lens Aperture F/4.0
Focal Length (mm) 100 mm - 300 mm
Compatibility
For CameraBrand Pentax
Mount Pentax K
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Luckily someone sent the seller a message asking if it wasn't
the cheaper version:
Q: Is this the Sigma 100-300mm f4.5-6.7 DL, NOT the f4 version as in the description. Regards
A: Yes, sorry, only just realised the description is wrong. This is the Sigma 100-300mm f4.5-6.7 DL
So the highest bidder may be upset Won't really matter
will it!
The same seller has a K-7 listed in 2 separate auctions within 14mins
of each other... K-7 on it's own link.... and as part of a KIT which includes the above Sigma 100-300mm link
The mind boggles at just how they will sort this one out?
EDIT: Just noticed added (twice):
On 26-Jul-11 at 18:22:57 BST, seller added the following information:
PREFER BANK DEPOSIT PLEASE WILL GIVE POSTAGE DISCOUNT IF SELLER PAYS BANK DEPOSIT
On 26-Jul-11 at 18:24:07 BST, seller added the following information:
PREFER BANK DEPOSIT PLEASE WILL GIVE POSTAGE DISCOUNT IF SELLER PAYS BANK DEPOSIT
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So no ebay buyer protection?
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Comment by Algernon posted on grrrrrr eBay numpties at 01/08/2011 - 10:49
seawind wrote:
The Manfrotto table-top tripod is a cheaper alternative to the Leica table top tripod.
Both are solid, compact and will last a lifetime's use.
In the field, hold firmly against a tree, door, wall or other solid vertical object and use a self timer or remote/cable release to trigger the camera shutter.
Can also be used as a chest pod when seated with a long lens at press conferences. I've used one with a 180mm f2.8 this way for head and shoulder shots.
If you want something a little bigger with a pan/tilt head for panoramics, the Velbon CX-mini is a good contender.
Hope this helps.
Ha! Ha! That's almost a word for word repeat of what I said in an earlier post in this thread The Manfrotto table-top tripod is a cheaper alternative to the Leica table top tripod.
Both are solid, compact and will last a lifetime's use.
In the field, hold firmly against a tree, door, wall or other solid vertical object and use a self timer or remote/cable release to trigger the camera shutter.
Can also be used as a chest pod when seated with a long lens at press conferences. I've used one with a 180mm f2.8 this way for head and shoulder shots.
If you want something a little bigger with a pan/tilt head for panoramics, the Velbon CX-mini is a good contender.
Hope this helps.
Comment by Algernon posted on Cheap Tripod? at 01/08/2011 - 10:06
I wouldn't restrict them to Royal Mail. When they sent the Sigma 150-500mm it was really well packaged in a massive solid brown cardboard box and it would have been too big for RM. A lot of dealers would have just put the Sigma box in a black plastic bag and sent it like that and it would have no doubt got damaged.
Comment by Algernon posted on SRS Free postage? at 31/07/2011 - 19:01
Pentaxophile wrote:
Can't complain about that review. Maybe they just got a bad sample of the 12-24mm.Algernon wrote:
Simple solution don't buy Digital SLR magazine
I don't buy it, I just read it and put it back on the shelf! But I wouldn't not buy a magazine just because they include a test which doesn't fit my own prejudices. Anyway, DSLR User magazine have Pentax sponsorship, and reviewed the K7 really well.Simple solution don't buy Digital SLR magazine
Comment by Algernon posted on Pentax 12-24mm bottom of class at 31/07/2011 - 18:52
Simple solution don't buy Digital SLR magazine
Comment by Algernon posted on Pentax 12-24mm bottom of class at 31/07/2011 - 17:04
I ordered my K-5 and Sigma 150-500mm OK online. Just type in the Notes box that your a PU member and give your user name.
It does ask later about how you heard of SRS and has an option for PU member along with name.
They did last year charge the postage on a lens, but when it arrived it had been knocked off the bill.
It does ask later about how you heard of SRS and has an option for PU member along with name.
They did last year charge the postage on a lens, but when it arrived it had been knocked off the bill.
Comment by Algernon posted on SRS Free postage? at 31/07/2011 - 17:02
I've got a Huey and use Argyll + DispcalGUI. On one PC the
TFT Central profile looks better.
TFT Central profile looks better.
Comment by Algernon posted on Budget monitor reccomendation? at 31/07/2011 - 11:18
I think you would have to contact Tokina and ask them.
It is an older design, but it might just be an adjustment.
It is an older design, but it might just be an adjustment.
Comment by Algernon posted on Tokina AT-X 80-400 zoom ring uneveness at 31/07/2011 - 10:12
This has probably wrecked my chances of selling my K7 on the forum though..thanks John!
from Aberdeen selling one!