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Comment by giofi posted on Will the pentax screw stay around? at 31/03/2010 - 18:28
This is taken from Katzeye's site (so not an independent source, I know...):
The Katz Eye™ “Plus” series of focusing screens has a unique split prism design which overcomes the "blackout" problem, without sacrificing large aperture sensitivity. In our testing, the split prism of the “Plus” screens remains useful until well past f11. In fact, with careful attention to eye position in the viewfinder, users have reported that it is possible to use the prism even at f22.
Also:
The OptiBrite treatment is a brightness enhancement for the matte portion of the screen (outside the prism) and is unrelated to the prism function. OptiBrite is not necessary for the “Plus” prism benefit of increased prism usefulness and the “Plus” prism does not affect the brightness of the screen.
The Katz Eye™ “Plus” series of focusing screens has a unique split prism design which overcomes the "blackout" problem, without sacrificing large aperture sensitivity. In our testing, the split prism of the “Plus” screens remains useful until well past f11. In fact, with careful attention to eye position in the viewfinder, users have reported that it is possible to use the prism even at f22.
Also:
The OptiBrite treatment is a brightness enhancement for the matte portion of the screen (outside the prism) and is unrelated to the prism function. OptiBrite is not necessary for the “Plus” prism benefit of increased prism usefulness and the “Plus” prism does not affect the brightness of the screen.
Comment by giofi posted on Thoughts on cheap Ebay split image screen for K-m at 31/03/2010 - 17:55
Bob and his Pentax wrote:
However Pentax have among the best reputation for their old glass being usable on new mounts, and many people find bargins in the old glass they buy and use; so I would not let new body/old lens compatibility issues worry you if you buy PENTAX.
I agree. Backward compatibility is one of the reasons people choose Pentax. And if new cameras could not use all the ltd lenses users have invested in, there would be a lot of angry customers. Does not sound like a great marketing strategy..... but who knows?However Pentax have among the best reputation for their old glass being usable on new mounts, and many people find bargins in the old glass they buy and use; so I would not let new body/old lens compatibility issues worry you if you buy PENTAX.
Comment by giofi posted on Will the pentax screw stay around? at 31/03/2010 - 17:33
Pete,
Have a look here:
http://www.photozone.de/pentax/123-pentax-smc-fa-35mm-f2-al-photozone-review--te...
I think it is a great price!
Have a look here:
http://www.photozone.de/pentax/123-pentax-smc-fa-35mm-f2-al-photozone-review--te...
I think it is a great price!
Comment by giofi posted on SAMSUNG D-Xenogen 35mm at 30/03/2010 - 18:26
Congratulations for both the 31 and the 77!
I look forward to seeing some pictures taken with your new jewels!
I look forward to seeing some pictures taken with your new jewels!
Comment by giofi posted on Lots of Pentax gear (K20D, class glass, LX stuff, 67 stuff) for sale at 28/03/2010 - 21:58
Pentaxophile wrote:
Re the Samsung 12-24mm... I just spotted What Digital Camera have reviewed both this lens and, more recently, the Pentax version.
Pentax score: 91%
Comment - "Real-world pictures are very sharp and do not suffer from any obvious colour fringes."
Samsung score: 84%
Comment - "Lack of critical sharpness, fringing at corners"
:::
Either we are all wrong and these are two different lens designs, or What Digital Camera reviews should be taken with more than a pinch of salt. To be honest, that Samsung review - the only one I could find on the net - put me off buying one in the Currys free for all last year
That is interesting. If you put the Pentax and the Samsung side by side they look absolutely the same. It is very difficult to believe that Samsung and Pentax would make two different lenses, but for some reason decide to make them look exactly the same Re the Samsung 12-24mm... I just spotted What Digital Camera have reviewed both this lens and, more recently, the Pentax version.
Pentax score: 91%
Comment - "Real-world pictures are very sharp and do not suffer from any obvious colour fringes."
Samsung score: 84%
Comment - "Lack of critical sharpness, fringing at corners"
:::
Either we are all wrong and these are two different lens designs, or What Digital Camera reviews should be taken with more than a pinch of salt. To be honest, that Samsung review - the only one I could find on the net - put me off buying one in the Currys free for all last year
Would not make much sense...
Comment by giofi posted on which 10-20 - if at all? at 27/03/2010 - 19:47
womble wrote:
The MX takes the common LR44 size 1.5v button batteries. They go by a wide variety of commercial names and it looks like the V357 is the Varta equivalent.
The seal under the rewind crank isn't the foam type that needs replacing. The foam ones are around the door edges, hinge and catch, and in the lightbox. These can be replaced easily by yourself using an Interslice replacement kit (see ebay or google). Interslice used to do big kits that would do a number of cameras but due to a shortage of the appropriate foam now only sells single one camera kits for specific cameras.
If you are using film with a wide exposure latitude like BW negative film, you probably do not need to have the light meter checked and/or calibrated. If you are taking slides, it is probably worth it as slide film is very unforgiving exposure-wise.
Cameras which I use quite a bit, like my LX or my MX I have had serviced by Robin at Harrow Technical. He will do the seals, check the lightmeter and generally give the camera a full CLA (clean, lube and adjustment). I have had him do five or six of my cameras so far and have been very pleased every time. Members of the PUG get a discount.
Best wishes, Kris.
Kris, The MX takes the common LR44 size 1.5v button batteries. They go by a wide variety of commercial names and it looks like the V357 is the Varta equivalent.
The seal under the rewind crank isn't the foam type that needs replacing. The foam ones are around the door edges, hinge and catch, and in the lightbox. These can be replaced easily by yourself using an Interslice replacement kit (see ebay or google). Interslice used to do big kits that would do a number of cameras but due to a shortage of the appropriate foam now only sells single one camera kits for specific cameras.
If you are using film with a wide exposure latitude like BW negative film, you probably do not need to have the light meter checked and/or calibrated. If you are taking slides, it is probably worth it as slide film is very unforgiving exposure-wise.
Cameras which I use quite a bit, like my LX or my MX I have had serviced by Robin at Harrow Technical. He will do the seals, check the lightmeter and generally give the camera a full CLA (clean, lube and adjustment). I have had him do five or six of my cameras so far and have been very pleased every time. Members of the PUG get a discount.
Best wishes, Kris.
could you tell me what discount they offer to PUG members?
thanks, Giorgio
Comment by giofi posted on Pentax MX service at 26/03/2010 - 19:10
Hyram wrote:
I can report back that I have seen all the gear.
It is all sitting there in its original boxes as described and LBA did get the better of me
But I do not see the new lens in your Pentax glass list? I can report back that I have seen all the gear.
It is all sitting there in its original boxes as described and LBA did get the better of me
Comment by giofi posted on Lots of Pentax gear (K20D, class glass, LX stuff, 67 stuff) for sale at 24/03/2010 - 21:38
Pm sent
Comment by giofi posted on Pentax K-7, Grip, lenses and Flash for sale at 21/03/2010 - 22:30
Steve, interested in the a 50, will send you pm.
Comment by giofi posted on K20d + various lenses and accessories all avail seperately at 21/03/2010 - 11:04
However Pentax have among the best reputation for their old glass being usable on new mounts, and many people find bargins in the old glass they buy and use; so I would not let new body/old lens compatibility issues worry you if you buy PENTAX.
you are right. But unfortunately Pentax does not have the market share and staying power that Nikon has...