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johnriley
Did you completely log out before trying to relog in?

If it hasn't worked, click on report problem at the bottom of any page and let IT know the details of what you've done so far and what you would like to do. They will be happy to sort it out for you and also check that the system is working properly.

Comment by johnriley posted on reset password at 16/05/2012 - 00:31

johnriley
The thing to do with this nass, is to make a Report for IT to look at the problem.

Click the report problem button at the very bootm of any page.

Comment by johnriley posted on annoying feature of this forum at 15/05/2012 - 23:39

johnriley
I understand the repeat e-mail problem has been solved.

I see the main benefits as being the 20% discount on servicing, the SRS 10% discount on accessories and the ability to post unlimited images in the Gallery.

No doubt others will see different benefits, but in any event it is helping to support things.

Comment by johnriley posted on Pentax User plus membership at 15/05/2012 - 22:15

johnriley
Well of optics maybe. If anyone does want to delve into this very complex subject properly, there are plenty of books on the subject.

It's actually a fascinating area to discover.

Comment by johnriley posted on Lenses and focal leangth. at 15/05/2012 - 22:11

johnriley
It makes me wonder where we would pick up such a file and try to open it in CS5. Our own images won't be a problem and I never receive any TIFFs that I would want to open.

Comment by johnriley posted on Photoshop CS5 Users warning at 15/05/2012 - 22:09

johnriley
I've just posted an image using the 43mm Limited. The range is also broad enough to cover the 40mm Limited. So I suppose the term "nifty fifty" is being used in the broader sense of "fast standard prime".

Broadening that to any lens set to 50mm-ish does bring in those who only have zooms, so no-one should be excluded.

I think that's what nipper was saying, if I've understood the intent.

Comment by johnriley posted on Weekly #253 - Nifty Fifty Discussion at 15/05/2012 - 15:24

johnriley
Removing the AA filter removes the slight blurring that is introduced to avoid moire effects. This has nothing to do with colour. It is why all digital images are slightly soft direct from the sensor and some sharpening is needed.

The sensor always sees in black and white, the colour being introduced by placing a Bayer filter over the sensor. So then the camera knows which pixel represents which colour and with what brightness level.

At that point the colours have to be interpolated and smoothed to give a colour photo image. All this happens before the RAW output is available to use. So there's no such thing as a truly undoctored RAW file, a lot goes on before it's ready for use.

Comment by johnriley posted on If I had £6000 I would buy this at 15/05/2012 - 14:32

johnriley
Good point Matt, although with some sensors the moire that might result could well be a severe limitation.

Would we then not be back to destroying some resolution to remove moire with software?

Comment by johnriley posted on If I had £6000 I would buy this at 15/05/2012 - 13:13

johnriley
Well you're lucky to win an auction! I've been struggling to find a nice film body at a reasonable price.

I have been given a totally wrecked Sper A, so we'll see how much it will cost to have it put in order again. It's on its way for a quote now.

Comment by johnriley posted on Bought on a Whim at 15/05/2012 - 12:52

johnriley
Neither can I Algi, so probably I haven't made the point I was actually making clearly enough.

Comment by johnriley posted on Pentax KX at 15/05/2012 - 12:51

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