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Comment by Mannesty posted on Pentax tilt & shift bellows at 01/01/2013 - 23:16
bforbes wrote:
Would knowing the mount type, i.e. M42 or K, give an indication of the vintage?
The Vivitar branded cap has "PK" on it, is that a clue? Would knowing the mount type, i.e. M42 or K, give an indication of the vintage?
Comment by Mannesty posted on Pentax tilt & shift bellows at 01/01/2013 - 23:10
giofi wrote:
I totally agree. I use mine with Vuescan (Hamrick Software Vuescan Driver version 1.0.0.1 dated 2009)on a Windows 7 64 bit OS system with no problems.duncanM wrote:
Mine runs on an old XP computer- I have not tried installing it on a more modern computer and wonder whether the drivers will have been updated to suit later operating systems
Old drivers are often a problem (also with the Nikon), but you can use Vuescan which can work with old scanners with excellent results.Mannesty wrote:
Konica Minolta Dimage Scan Dual IV .. a bit long in the tooth now...
I have had an even older (mark 2) version for several years, and fully agree that, despite being relatively old, they remain among the best available, apart from the Nikon alternative. Konica Minolta Dimage Scan Dual IV .. a bit long in the tooth now...
Mine runs on an old XP computer- I have not tried installing it on a more modern computer and wonder whether the drivers will have been updated to suit later operating systems
Comment by Mannesty posted on Film Negative Scanner - Recommendations at 01/01/2013 - 22:57
Feliz aņo nuevo a todos!!
Dondequiera que vayas, hagas lo que hagas, sea quien lo hace con, es la forma en que vives tu vida eso es importante. Tiene un impresionante 2013.
Happy New Year to everybody!!
Wherever you go, whatever you do, whoever you do it with, it's how you live your life that's important. Have an awesome 2013.
Dondequiera que vayas, hagas lo que hagas, sea quien lo hace con, es la forma en que vives tu vida eso es importante. Tiene un impresionante 2013.
Happy New Year to everybody!!
Wherever you go, whatever you do, whoever you do it with, it's how you live your life that's important. Have an awesome 2013.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Happy New Year everyone! at 01/01/2013 - 20:17
Konica Minolta Dimage Scan Dual IV and Vuescan are what I use.
If you can find a used one at a reasonable price, go for it. but make sure you get both the neg and slide carriers.
They are a bit long in the tooth now, but it's still a good dedicated scanner.
If you can find a used one at a reasonable price, go for it. but make sure you get both the neg and slide carriers.
They are a bit long in the tooth now, but it's still a good dedicated scanner.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Film Negative Scanner - Recommendations at 01/01/2013 - 19:59
johnriley wrote:
Both statements as written are correct.
You're correct. I misinterpreted it. Apologies.Quote:
The two statements "reduces detail resolution" and "Capture stunning landscapes and scenes with maximum depth of field and clarity." would seem to be contradictory, so which is right, if any?
If you read the rather convoluted sentence carefully, especiually noting the semi-colon, what it is saying is that the AA filter reduces detail resolution, which we know it does. It then explains that the K-5 IIs is the perfect choice, etc.The two statements "reduces detail resolution" and "Capture stunning landscapes and scenes with maximum depth of field and clarity." would seem to be contradictory, so which is right, if any?
Both statements as written are correct.
Comment by Mannesty posted on K-5II vs K-5IIs at 30/12/2012 - 17:36
johnriley wrote:
More for landscape and architecture really, where fine detail may well be required.
Taken from Pentax.co.uk web site:-Quote:
The removal of this filter is aimed at benefiting portrait photographers.
The removal of the AA filter will result in increased/sharper definition of detail, so not really for portrait photographers. I'm sure most people don't want to see every pore and defect delineated with crisp, cruel definition!The removal of this filter is aimed at benefiting portrait photographers.
More for landscape and architecture really, where fine detail may well be required.
Quote:
The K-5 IIs is a model offered without an anti-aliasing filter; this filter, commonly found in dSLRs, helps smooth computer generated imagery by decreasing high frequencies and distortion, but also reduces detail resolution. Without this filter included, the K5-IIs creates opportunities for deeply rich, detailed imagery at supreme resolution levels. Capture stunning landscapes and scenes with maximum depth of field and clarity. The K5-IIs model is the perfect choice for studio and commercial photography where camera settings, lens selection and shooting conditions are controlled.
The two statements "reduces detail resolution" and "Capture stunning landscapes and scenes with maximum depth of field and clarity." would seem to be contradictory, so which is right, if any?The K-5 IIs is a model offered without an anti-aliasing filter; this filter, commonly found in dSLRs, helps smooth computer generated imagery by decreasing high frequencies and distortion, but also reduces detail resolution. Without this filter included, the K5-IIs creates opportunities for deeply rich, detailed imagery at supreme resolution levels. Capture stunning landscapes and scenes with maximum depth of field and clarity. The K5-IIs model is the perfect choice for studio and commercial photography where camera settings, lens selection and shooting conditions are controlled.
Comment by Mannesty posted on K-5II vs K-5IIs at 30/12/2012 - 16:45
The K-5IIs lacks the anti-aliasing filter which might cause some daylight lit shots (landscapes) to suffer from moire fringing. The removal of this filter is aimed at benefiting portrait photographers.
From what users have written here, there seems to be very little difference in IQ between the two models.
Faced with your decision, I think I'd buy the cheaper K-5II.
From what users have written here, there seems to be very little difference in IQ between the two models.
Faced with your decision, I think I'd buy the cheaper K-5II.
Comment by Mannesty posted on K-5II vs K-5IIs at 30/12/2012 - 06:12
You will find this helpful in understanding Pentax P-TTL flash.
Matt is an admin here and I'm sure he'll be along soon to explain all.
Matt is an admin here and I'm sure he'll be along soon to explain all.
Comment by Mannesty posted on speedlight question at 29/12/2012 - 22:42
One reason I like to use longer macro lenses is to keep as far away as possible from stinging, biting, and other potentially harmful (to me) subjects. The wasp nest image was taken with a Sigma EX DG 180mm 1:3.5 Macro lens.
This is a not so good image of a pine processionary caterpillar. There are only 3 shots used in this stack but because the caterpillar was moving you can see some blurry hairs if you look closely.
This is a not so good image of a pine processionary caterpillar. There are only 3 shots used in this stack but because the caterpillar was moving you can see some blurry hairs if you look closely.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Dried Flower Stack at 29/12/2012 - 21:34
Are they removeable?