MartynUK

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MartynUK
Wonderful images and sorry I missed this event - spending a lot of time in Co. Durham now but haven't got to the cathedral yet. Hope they have another photo event!
Martyn

Comment by MartynUK posted on Durham Cathedral at 27/06/2014 - 11:09

MartynUK
It's nice to know there's a good Pentax presence in the North East! I'm spending half of my time in the Stockton area these days and having fun discovering the (numerous) photogenic locations - so many!! Still haven't tried a Parmo tho!

Martyn

Comment by MartynUK posted on Anyone from north east england at 21/03/2014 - 20:49

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Steath Gear are having a clearout of their Photographers Jacket2 and trousers.

These were previously sold for around £250 but you can get one on EB for ££99 + post.

I got one - and was so delighted I got the trousers too! Just note they're not a particularly generous fit - so if you're unsure go for the sightly larger version.

More pockets than I know what to do with! - plus shoulder pads for tripod carrying and a flip down panel to sit on!!

Martyn

Comment by MartynUK posted on Stealth Gear Jackets & Trousers at 01/02/2014 - 11:52

MartynUK
I've got the Sigma 8-16mm that's had little use and which I'm looking to dispose of as I've now acquired a Nik.FF for landscape, although I'm keeping the K5 for wildlife.

If you're interested, let me know and I'll see what sort of price I'm happy with.

Regards
Martyn

Comment by MartynUK posted on WTB: a wide angle zoom for Pentax at 29/11/2013 - 12:22

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Rarely used now, but in excellent condition.

£160 inc P&P and CPL. BT preferred, or no fees paypal. uk only.

Comment by MartynUK posted on FS Pentax DA 16-45mm F4 ED AL at 15/07/2013 - 09:15

MartynUK
McGregNi wrote:

Martyn, what is it about the K5 that you feel makes it less ideal for landscapes. Is it about the camera & sensor, or is it to do with the available quality of ultra-wides you could use. I'm thinking, it must be easier to make a top notch 21mm or 24-70mm zoom for use on FF, then the equivalent APS-C sizes - (about 12mm, or 15-40 approx.) ?
I'm very happy with the K5 generally. I am, however, considering producing A3+ prints and, from what I've seen and read, the extra resolution of a FF SHOULD make a noticeable difference (lenses being equal) - although I've never seen comparison prints of the same scene taken with the K5 and a FF. That would be really useful to see!

From what Jules says though, I'd probably be better of investing in better glass for the K5.......

Comment by MartynUK posted on Return... at 12/06/2013 - 15:15

MartynUK
It good to read of a Pentaxian making a come-back Jules!

I'm also interested in your decision to return to the fold after a Nikon encounter as I've recently been debating whether to take the leap to a D600 for landscapes and keep the K5 for wildlife. At the moment I'm inclined to agree that FF is over-rated, unless you're printing really large prints and I'd probably do better to invest in more glass.

So I'll be interested in your final decision!

Martyn

Comment by MartynUK posted on Return... at 11/06/2013 - 16:10

MartynUK
Great shots, as always, Steve. particularly like the second one - a good example of why you don't always need wide angle for effective landscapes. Great!

Comment by MartynUK posted on Yorkshire Sculpture Park at 08/06/2013 - 11:59

MartynUK
Personally, I wouldn't bother Derek. I've got the DA*300 and acquired the 1.7x TC (not the pentax one admittedly) that most people recommend - but the quality doesn't really surpass that which can be obtained from a crop of the basic lens.

But then....maybe someone knows different!

Comment by MartynUK posted on Wtb A Tele-converter for Da* 300 at 06/06/2013 - 12:42

MartynUK
1. Yes
2. No.2 for me - I think the darker background improves the image - I don't know the 'true' colour of the Aquilegia though - and I probably still go for 2 if the colour was different - 4 would be my second choice!
3.From 'saleability' I'd have probably removed the grass - unless it masks a fault in the flower. Does give a sense of depth I suppose.

Martyn

Comment by MartynUK posted on Adding to the Controversy - What's Best? at 02/06/2013 - 18:29

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