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Comment by Anvh posted on Handstrap for Digital SLR at 31/05/2010 - 10:26
[quote:3496ace15f="flossie"]a bigger sensor will always produce a better image though [quote]
Yes but there may come a time that APS-C produce quality that's more then good enough... then why would you go for a bigger sensor, camera and lenses if you don't use the extra quality?
The current APS-C cameras are now at such a level where the 135sensor was 3~4 years ago and with the new sensor technologie that might come this or next year it makes you wonder if you need to go bigger.
Yes but there may come a time that APS-C produce quality that's more then good enough... then why would you go for a bigger sensor, camera and lenses if you don't use the extra quality?
The current APS-C cameras are now at such a level where the 135sensor was 3~4 years ago and with the new sensor technologie that might come this or next year it makes you wonder if you need to go bigger.
Comment by Anvh posted on Full-frame Pentax? I hope not! at 31/05/2010 - 10:08
Peter I believe the problem was there aren't lenses wide enough on APS-C.
Sigma now has the 8-16mm so on the wide that would be 14mm EAOV on 135formatt, the widest you seems to be able to get on 135formatt is 12mm so the question is. Are those 2mm worth to switch system for?
The 645D also has a crop sensor so the 35mm prime for the 645 would apppear slightly longer as well but Pentax has said they will first make new lenses on the wide end so they might come with wider lenses maybe.
Sigma now has the 8-16mm so on the wide that would be 14mm EAOV on 135formatt, the widest you seems to be able to get on 135formatt is 12mm so the question is. Are those 2mm worth to switch system for?
The 645D also has a crop sensor so the 35mm prime for the 645 would apppear slightly longer as well but Pentax has said they will first make new lenses on the wide end so they might come with wider lenses maybe.
Comment by Anvh posted on petition for pro-pentax DSLR.... at 31/05/2010 - 10:00
Dangermouse wrote:
Can't you find a 3rd party copy of the hood on ebay? I know they're readily available for the 18-55mm and the one I bought seems well made, neither flimsy nor prone to falling off.
I believe some users here use the DA*55 hood since it's cheaper and it fits.Can't you find a 3rd party copy of the hood on ebay? I know they're readily available for the 18-55mm and the one I bought seems well made, neither flimsy nor prone to falling off.
Comment by Anvh posted on How to shop test a lens? at 31/05/2010 - 09:32
alfpics wrote:
Another plug for Picture Window Pro - very good programme (but a different way of thinking to Photoshop)
Also tried latest version of Paintshop Pro - had no end of problems with the trial version so have deleted it from the PC (not only locked up the PC but also corrupted my internet connection when I selected 'help' - had to reload the modem drivers)
Andy
Will give Picture Window a try Another plug for Picture Window Pro - very good programme (but a different way of thinking to Photoshop)
Also tried latest version of Paintshop Pro - had no end of problems with the trial version so have deleted it from the PC (not only locked up the PC but also corrupted my internet connection when I selected 'help' - had to reload the modem drivers)
Andy
Dangermouse wrote:
The GIMP is worth a look. Free, powerful, and pretty handy once you get the hang of it. It's one of those programs where simply playing with it and resorting to the manual if stuck will teach you a lot, you don't get wizards.
Tried it and dislike it, it's almost the same as photoshop but it runs a bit slower and the interface is differnt... nothing in it to put photoshop away. Still a good alternative if you don't have Photoshop.The GIMP is worth a look. Free, powerful, and pretty handy once you get the hang of it. It's one of those programs where simply playing with it and resorting to the manual if stuck will teach you a lot, you don't get wizards.
johnriley wrote:
Well there you go, you would always favour things you use yourself.Quote:
They would be Mac users.
Yes. They would be Mac users.
Most likely I'll use the macbook just when I'm in school and the rest of the time I would use the PC at home.
Comment by Anvh posted on Photoshop alternatives at 31/05/2010 - 09:31
I've something like this one.
The good thing is that it has a strap you can secure around your wrist, because of that you can make the connection to the camera very loose and you've the freedom to move enough without being insecure.
The good thing is that it has a strap you can secure around your wrist, because of that you can make the connection to the camera very loose and you've the freedom to move enough without being insecure.
Comment by Anvh posted on Handstrap for Digital SLR at 31/05/2010 - 09:22
hefty1 wrote:
Same idea and Pro's that go 135format would like to have the lenses to support them but Pentax has so good as no lenses that current would fit, it would be far to costly and risky by the looks of it. kissmekate wrote:
(snip)...just wanted to cut to the chase and find out what is next for pentax?
645D for the pros and APS-C for mortals. Maybe a mirrorless hybrid (like Micro 4/3) too, but I'd be very suprised if there was a FF model on the horizon. If Sony can't make money from that segment then Pentax would have no chance...(snip)...just wanted to cut to the chase and find out what is next for pentax?
Comment by Anvh posted on petition for pro-pentax DSLR.... at 31/05/2010 - 09:16
thoramay wrote:
Stefan Have followed your link. Have you installed one of these?
Seems a bit hairy to me with my shaky hands. I would still like one. Would you reccommend I take the plunge and get a competent friend to fit it. I have the K10 and not sure which one I would need.
Do you know if the new screen comes with all the instructions that are given on their site? Just a little nervious.
regards Thoramay.
I havent taken the plunge yet but we have discuss the splitscreen a lot of times here.Stefan Have followed your link. Have you installed one of these?
Seems a bit hairy to me with my shaky hands. I would still like one. Would you reccommend I take the plunge and get a competent friend to fit it. I have the K10 and not sure which one I would need.
Do you know if the new screen comes with all the instructions that are given on their site? Just a little nervious.
regards Thoramay.
Most go for the K3 and says it's the best (katzeye use those too) but the EC-B also seems to be good.
Here is the list for the K10D with prices link
Don't forget you need to pay P&P and import/customs
Comment by Anvh posted on wearing glasses and shooting... at 30/05/2010 - 19:31
johnriley wrote:
Mac computers are very widely used by professional image makers and therefore you will find that Adobe Photoshop runs just fine on them.
Some would say better than on a PC.
I don't know John never compared the two side by side and/or on a clean system. Mac computers are very widely used by professional image makers and therefore you will find that Adobe Photoshop runs just fine on them.
Some would say better than on a PC.
Comment by Anvh posted on Photoshop alternatives at 30/05/2010 - 19:23
aliengrove wrote:
Any hand strap for a DSLR should fit as they all connect to one of the lugs and the tripod socket. It does mean you have to remove it to use a tripod however.
Not with all, mine has a thread inside the screw that screw inside the camera.Any hand strap for a DSLR should fit as they all connect to one of the lugs and the tripod socket. It does mean you have to remove it to use a tripod however.
I wouldn't be without mine either.
I haven't tried to connect shoulderstrap to it and ain't sure if it would fit.
Comment by Anvh posted on Handstrap for Digital SLR at 30/05/2010 - 19:19
Stefan, that's probably exactly what I'm looking for.
I knew the Forum would help. Many thanks...
The thing is I don't think you can also secure a shoulder strap to the camera but I found that thing was always in the way so that wasn't a problem for me.
I just wrap the shoulder strap around my wrist 2 or 3 times.