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Comment by Ammonyte posted on ND Grad filters at 07/12/2006 - 11:24
Nice picture, but a close look shows a few dust specks on your sensor!
Comment by Ammonyte posted on ND Grad filters at 07/12/2006 - 11:10
Like Matt I managed to scratch a couple of my Cokin filters (actually on the holder sliding them in). Are there glass filters available? If so, I bet they cost a packet!
Comment by Ammonyte posted on ND Grad filters at 27/11/2006 - 21:23
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Does anybody know of a window prog that will do batch rename
Does anybody know of a window prog that will do batch rename
IrFanView will (as well as a whole host of image work too)
Comment by Ammonyte posted on Pentax Numbering System at 26/11/2006 - 20:06
Yep looks pretty logical to me! Wonder how logical it looks after a wee dram of the good stuff!
Comment by Ammonyte posted on Why not... at 27/11/2006 - 21:25
The focal length of a lens remains the same, whether it is on a full frame film body or an APS-C sized digital body. The 42 mm is the equivalent field of view. So calculate your hyperfocal distance based on 28mm.
Comment by Ammonyte posted on Hyperfocal distance at 25/11/2006 - 20:21
Hello Penna, welcome.
I don't know what the "going rate" for a DL is in the USA, so I can't comment on the "value for money" aspect is. However by going for Pentax you will benefit from their backwards compatability with their older lenses which allows you to build up your kit with juducious collecting on ebay and elsewhere.
Also as a newcomer to SLR photography the DL offers an easier transition by having a lot of built-in modes (sport, landscape etc) as well as the ability to switch to more creative manual settings as you learn the equipment and techniques of SLR photography.
Oh and if you hang around here, you'll find lots of friendly knowledgable types who are happy to share their experience !
I don't know what the "going rate" for a DL is in the USA, so I can't comment on the "value for money" aspect is. However by going for Pentax you will benefit from their backwards compatability with their older lenses which allows you to build up your kit with juducious collecting on ebay and elsewhere.
Also as a newcomer to SLR photography the DL offers an easier transition by having a lot of built-in modes (sport, landscape etc) as well as the ability to switch to more creative manual settings as you learn the equipment and techniques of SLR photography.
Oh and if you hang around here, you'll find lots of friendly knowledgable types who are happy to share their experience !
Comment by Ammonyte posted on *ist DL, any opnions--I may be purchasing an ist-DL w/lens at 25/11/2006 - 16:55
Jack,
Hello and welcome. As George points out there are quite a few programs for the Windoze user that'll process RAW files to TIF or JPG for further fettling in Corel etc. I'm out of touch with Corel now, might be worth looking to see if they have a plug-in to handle RAW files.
Silkypix seems to have become this forums preferred RAW processor, it is a bit "Japlish" in the interface and help files. Rawshooter essentials might be easier for a beginner. There are free versions for both. Capture One is also highly recommended.
It is well worth persevering with RAW, as you will find that the range of adjustments you can make are so much more subtle and varied and the eventual effect so much better - also most RAW processor leave the original file intact, but write theier adjustments to a file in a sub-folder of the original location, so that each time you view the original RAW file, those adjustments are applied.
RAW really is the "digital darkroom" !
Hello and welcome. As George points out there are quite a few programs for the Windoze user that'll process RAW files to TIF or JPG for further fettling in Corel etc. I'm out of touch with Corel now, might be worth looking to see if they have a plug-in to handle RAW files.
Silkypix seems to have become this forums preferred RAW processor, it is a bit "Japlish" in the interface and help files. Rawshooter essentials might be easier for a beginner. There are free versions for both. Capture One is also highly recommended.
It is well worth persevering with RAW, as you will find that the range of adjustments you can make are so much more subtle and varied and the eventual effect so much better - also most RAW processor leave the original file intact, but write theier adjustments to a file in a sub-folder of the original location, so that each time you view the original RAW file, those adjustments are applied.
RAW really is the "digital darkroom" !
Mike,
Welcome aboard. I don't think I'd have the nerve to do this myself, I'd find a reputable repair shop. (We have quite a few Canucks who might be able to advise about one out there)
Welcome aboard. I don't think I'd have the nerve to do this myself, I'd find a reputable repair shop. (We have quite a few Canucks who might be able to advise about one out there)
Comment by Ammonyte posted on Dismantling smc 70-210 lens. at 24/11/2006 - 11:38
The issue of old flash units and their possible effect on new digital bodies has been covered before, and a comprehensive answer can be found here: https://www.pentaxuser.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=418&highlight=flash+voltages
Comment by Ammonyte posted on Slave Flash Trouble: Turning off Pre-flash at 25/11/2006 - 13:06
If the inline image appear sa t work and not at home, are you using a different browser?