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Comment by giofi posted on Pentax FF - a poll at 29/04/2011 - 06:30
First: I do not mean to reopen a discussion on whether FF is better that APS-C format.
It seems to me that the largest number of forum members believe that there is no justification to go from APS-D to FF.
But I have a different question: if Pentax were to release a FF camera within the next 2 years at a competitive price level (say below £2000), would you buy it?
Would we ever be happy with second best just because it is good enough?
It seems to me that the largest number of forum members believe that there is no justification to go from APS-D to FF.
But I have a different question: if Pentax were to release a FF camera within the next 2 years at a competitive price level (say below £2000), would you buy it?
Would we ever be happy with second best just because it is good enough?
Comment by giofi posted on Pentax FF - a poll at 28/04/2011 - 22:54
It comes with a 0.18-0.55 kit lens!
Comment by giofi posted on eBay triumph!!! at 28/04/2011 - 22:30
Interested if for sale. Msg sent (and reply received).
Giorgio
Giorgio
Comment by giofi posted on Swap: FA 43mm + cash for FA31mm at 28/04/2011 - 19:37
MrCynical wrote:
I was more meaning for handholding: whether supporting the lens's weight with one hand (or using a lens-attaching strap like the Rstrap) is essential rather than having the lens 'hanging' from the camera. If I were using a tripod and the lens had a tripod collar I'd always use that for balance if nothing else.
I would always have one hand holding the camera's grip and the other one holding the lens, even with lighter ones.I was more meaning for handholding: whether supporting the lens's weight with one hand (or using a lens-attaching strap like the Rstrap) is essential rather than having the lens 'hanging' from the camera. If I were using a tripod and the lens had a tripod collar I'd always use that for balance if nothing else.
Comment by giofi posted on Mount strength at 24/04/2011 - 21:41
Great picture, really nice.
Giorgio
Giorgio
Comment by giofi posted on Flower and insect at 22/04/2011 - 02:34
Pentaxophile wrote:
I hope this guy isn't the creation of an existing forum member with a point to make, or some sort of 'performance art' piece...
Maybe the revenge of an ex-member?I hope this guy isn't the creation of an existing forum member with a point to make, or some sort of 'performance art' piece...
Comment by giofi posted on More pics... at 18/04/2011 - 15:43
Mike-P wrote:
Well looking at their sample images I have to wonder if we are using the same lens.
I agree it is overpriced but have always said as much.
I agree with you. And one of his last comments surprised me and made me wonder:Well looking at their sample images I have to wonder if we are using the same lens.
I agree it is overpriced but have always said as much.
The new DC AF motor may not be as fast as Pentax' SDM but it's quite fast and comparatively quiet
if I compare the DC drive on the 18-135 with the SDM on the 50-135 I would have said that they DC drive is faster and very quite, in fact I do not hear anything....
Comment by giofi posted on Getting in before the rush ... FS: Pentax 18-135mm at 16/04/2011 - 23:35
Congratulations John! It would be nice to hear your experience using your k-5s and any good tips.
So no 18-135 lens after all?
BR, Giorgio
So no 18-135 lens after all?
BR, Giorgio
Comment by giofi posted on His and Hers K5s at 13/04/2011 - 04:57
robbiec wrote:
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With regards Katzeye, I ordered on a Friday night and received 9 days later. Just under £150 all in.
Did you have to use shims or does it focus perfectly out of the box?.
With regards Katzeye, I ordered on a Friday night and received 9 days later. Just under £150 all in.
Giorgio
Comment by giofi posted on I was begining to doubt the K-5 at 05/04/2011 - 22:34
I also note with amusement your not-quite-concealed bias...
Would we ever be happy with second best just because it is good enough?
K.
So I am curious to see how many of us would honestly resist upgrading to a FF Pentax, if released. Whether really needed or not.