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Comment by ChrisA posted on K10 D 1.3 version update... ( for a novice) at 27/02/2008 - 10:35
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However, I should, in the interests of accuracy, point out that my error was not a malapropism, but a humble typo.
You're right of course, and I did know that. Sorry I'm such a Philippine... However, I should, in the interests of accuracy, point out that my error was not a malapropism, but a humble typo.
What's the right word, then, for "creating an amusing alternate meaning by transposing two letters in a word"?
Comment by ChrisA posted on K10 D 1.3 version update... ( for a novice) at 27/02/2008 - 08:00
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According to the Concise Oxford Dictionary:ChrisA wrote:
The instructions, however, are here:
http://www.pentaximaging.com/customer_care/show_firmware?firmId=8793673
They look hard, but they aren't. Follow them carefully, and there'll be no ructions.
Whats that word then....????Quote:
check the isntructions first
This is one of the best malapropisms I've come across in a long while. Absolutely splendid, George, top marks.check the isntructions first
The instructions, however, are here:
http://www.pentaximaging.com/customer_care/show_firmware?firmId=8793673
They look hard, but they aren't. Follow them carefully, and there'll be no ructions.
"The mistaken use of a word in place of a similar sounding one."
The example it gives is to "dance a Flamingo" (instead of a Flamenco).
I just liked the idea of "isn't ructions".
Sorry, George is the expert at arcane words, I'm a mere apprentice. You should see the ones he comes out with.
Comment by ChrisA posted on K10 D 1.3 version update... ( for a novice) at 26/02/2008 - 22:55
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check the isntructions first
This is one of the best malapropisms I've come across in a long while. Absolutely splendid, George, top marks.check the isntructions first
The instructions, however, are here:
http://www.pentaximaging.com/customer_care/show_firmware?firmId=8793673
They look hard, but they aren't. Follow them carefully, and there'll be no ructions.
Comment by ChrisA posted on K10 D 1.3 version update... ( for a novice) at 26/02/2008 - 22:43
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All taken care of
It's equivalent to taken a photo of a subject further away - that's all.
Yes, as I thought. Cheers, Matt.All taken care of
It's equivalent to taken a photo of a subject further away - that's all.
Comment by ChrisA posted on K10D and P-TTL at 29/06/2008 - 17:44
This is a question about P-TTL and bounced flash.
Clearly, when the flash is bounced, the pre-flash goes via the same route as the main flash, and is subject to the same inverse square law and reflectivity losses.
So when the reflection from the pre-flash reaches the camera, which then does its metering, the intensity of the reflection will be lower than if the flash had been direct.
With less light coming back, presumably the camera tells the flash to increase its output.
So my question is this:
Given that the flash power is adequate*, despite the enroute losses, are any other adjustments required for correct exposure, or is it all taken care of?
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* and all other things being equal, with Matt's notes here and elsewhere in mind
Clearly, when the flash is bounced, the pre-flash goes via the same route as the main flash, and is subject to the same inverse square law and reflectivity losses.
So when the reflection from the pre-flash reaches the camera, which then does its metering, the intensity of the reflection will be lower than if the flash had been direct.
With less light coming back, presumably the camera tells the flash to increase its output.
So my question is this:
Given that the flash power is adequate*, despite the enroute losses, are any other adjustments required for correct exposure, or is it all taken care of?
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* and all other things being equal, with Matt's notes here and elsewhere in mind
Comment by ChrisA posted on K10D and P-TTL at 29/06/2008 - 09:36
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Sorry Brian, the first is the best, but the background detracts too much.
I like the last best, for the same reason - as a 'normal' photo, it's not the best, because of all the extraneous stuff going on.Sorry Brian, the first is the best, but the background detracts too much.
However, with the applied effects, it looks like an illustration from a book or a magazine (Jeeves and Wooster?), and quite interesting at that.
Could do with a bit of straightening though.
Comment by ChrisA posted on Opinions :-) at 23/02/2008 - 23:08
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I just went into town to look around and found a slightly dusty but otherwise perfect M400 F5.6 lens in a second hand shop (they also have a website). I know there were a few people on here looking for a 300mm or longer manual lens a while back.
I was really tempted to get it but can't really afford it at the moment
How much did they want for it?I just went into town to look around and found a slightly dusty but otherwise perfect M400 F5.6 lens in a second hand shop (they also have a website). I know there were a few people on here looking for a 300mm or longer manual lens a while back.
I was really tempted to get it but can't really afford it at the moment
Comment by ChrisA posted on Pentax SMC-M 400 F5.6 at 22/02/2008 - 16:41
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(Sorry about the wide link - didn't have time for tinyurl)
A tiny URL would have taken about as long as typing that.(Sorry about the wide link - didn't have time for tinyurl)
Comment by ChrisA posted on New 18-55 cheaper than old one? at 22/02/2008 - 16:42
Easy, that's a 'snooperism'.
Here on Pentax User we are all shining wits, unlike our contemporaries on DePressing Review.