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Comment by Clarky posted on Close calls at 15/09/2010 - 20:01
I have had a problem with 2 of these, both were the black version, which wouldn't work on either my K20 or K7, But worked fine on an MZ7 and an MZ5n. Both DSLR's wouldn't communicate with the lens, it's as if the aperture ring was off the "A" setting. The silver one I tried worked fine. I suspect it's an electrical fault with the contacts of some sort.
Comment by Clarky posted on SMC Pentax-FA 80-320mm 4.5-5.6 at 13/09/2010 - 18:31
I agree with Mike, The focus barrel is a bit flimsy and doesn't like any excess weight hanging off it, the quick shift becomes inoperable once the ring flash is attached.
If you had the Pentax Ring flash AF160C, it comes with a special adapter that attaches to the main body of the lens via a bayonet fitting and allows the focus barrel to travel through the adapter thus relieving it of any weight hanging off it. It works quite well, if not a little bulky. You may be able to source one from SRS and modify it to fit your Sigma flash.
If you want a pic of the adapter let me know, I no longer have the DFA100 macro, so I can't show you what it looks like on the lens.
Cheers.
If you had the Pentax Ring flash AF160C, it comes with a special adapter that attaches to the main body of the lens via a bayonet fitting and allows the focus barrel to travel through the adapter thus relieving it of any weight hanging off it. It works quite well, if not a little bulky. You may be able to source one from SRS and modify it to fit your Sigma flash.
If you want a pic of the adapter let me know, I no longer have the DFA100 macro, so I can't show you what it looks like on the lens.
Cheers.
Comment by Clarky posted on sigma 140 dg at 09/09/2010 - 23:29
Mannesty wrote:
Body: K10D + BG, K20D(2) + BG's
Prime: FA31/43/77 Ltd, FA50 Macro, DA*55, D-FA100mm Macro, Sigma EX180 Macro, DA*300.
Zoom: DA12-24, DA*16-50, DA*50-135, DA*60-250.
Flash: AF240FT(2), AF500FTZ, AF360FGZ(2), AF540FGZ(2), AF160FC Ringflash (deceased )
Software: Adobe Lightroom 3, Photoshop CS5, Photomatix Pro, Noise Ninja, iWatermark, Picasa 3.
Backpack Bag: Tamrac Expedition 7x, Lowepro Fastpack 350, Lowepro Vertex 100AW, Lowepro Slingshot 200AW
Shoulder Bag: Tamrac 613 Super Pro 13, Lowepro Stealth Reporter 500AW, Lowepro S&F Reporter 300AW
What happened to your AF160FC Pete Body: K10D + BG, K20D(2) + BG's
Prime: FA31/43/77 Ltd, FA50 Macro, DA*55, D-FA100mm Macro, Sigma EX180 Macro, DA*300.
Zoom: DA12-24, DA*16-50, DA*50-135, DA*60-250.
Flash: AF240FT(2), AF500FTZ, AF360FGZ(2), AF540FGZ(2), AF160FC Ringflash (deceased )
Software: Adobe Lightroom 3, Photoshop CS5, Photomatix Pro, Noise Ninja, iWatermark, Picasa 3.
Backpack Bag: Tamrac Expedition 7x, Lowepro Fastpack 350, Lowepro Vertex 100AW, Lowepro Slingshot 200AW
Shoulder Bag: Tamrac 613 Super Pro 13, Lowepro Stealth Reporter 500AW, Lowepro S&F Reporter 300AW
Comment by Clarky posted on Ring Flash...advice. at 07/09/2010 - 12:32
Mike-P wrote:
I have a couple of these cheap chinese flash stands, I find they are better built than the Pentax one you get bundled with the AF540-FGZ.gartmore wrote:
Good point but he can have it tomorrow from SRS.
I'm not recommending the item .. just pointing out an alternative Good point but he can have it tomorrow from SRS.
Comment by Clarky posted on Af360FGZ Accesories at 02/09/2010 - 15:52
Your right Pete, it is an F series lens, but I believe it's optically the same as the FA, if I am not mistaken.
Comment by Clarky posted on SMC PENTAX-F 1:1.7 50mm autofocus at 17/08/2010 - 14:11
Very nice kit, I love the look of that flash, would look good on my MX, very retro.
Do you think it's worth 1500quid though :
Do you think it's worth 1500quid though :
Comment by Clarky posted on One for the Spotmatic/Takumar fans at 17/08/2010 - 14:03
I told him I lived in Sydneyshire UK via Australia, and he fell for it
But seriously I didn't see the listing let alone bid on it.
I think the seller was crazy selling it as a job lot, I would have split it up. Very nice looking kit though.
But seriously I didn't see the listing let alone bid on it.
I think the seller was crazy selling it as a job lot, I would have split it up. Very nice looking kit though.
Comment by Clarky posted on WOW someone pocketed a bargain at 16/08/2010 - 03:49
JonSchick wrote:
I'd consider micro four thirds - the image quality is vastly superior to small sensor cameras as soon as you head up the ISO range, and the Oly Pen and Lumix GF1 are reasonably compact (esp paired with pancake lenses).
I agree the micro 4/3rd system is a great option, I have an Olympus EPL-1 with a 17mm pancake lens and a VF-2 viewfinder and its very light and compact, the image quality is also excellent. Your FPS isn't going to increase though. But I recommend it as a light weight option. Another forum member has one also and he gives it the thumbs up.I'd consider micro four thirds - the image quality is vastly superior to small sensor cameras as soon as you head up the ISO range, and the Oly Pen and Lumix GF1 are reasonably compact (esp paired with pancake lenses).
Comment by Clarky posted on Pocket camera opinions sought at 15/08/2010 - 01:51
Thanks for the wrap Stuey
I fully understand his reluctance, taxes and duties are a killer for you guys, it's the reason I don't post in the classifieds here very often. I hope sydneyaus2005 finds his Sigma at a good price.
I fully understand his reluctance, taxes and duties are a killer for you guys, it's the reason I don't post in the classifieds here very often. I hope sydneyaus2005 finds his Sigma at a good price.
Comment by Clarky posted on Wanted Sigma 100-300 F4 at 14/08/2010 - 05:13
But I think you mean compilation