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Remote Controlling your camera HELP Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Anyone ever bought one of these IR remotes? It arrived this morning and I cant get it to work - the instructions are crud but judging by the reviews its not too bad. http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B001OHU05S/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
Remote Controlling your camera HELP Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Aye agreed Jak Its probably not going to wield the sort of results I want. I suppose the remote I have ordered will come in handy for the tripod anyways QC
Remote Controlling your camera HELP Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Thank you for clarifying that guys. But the above tech wizardy will work with the K-5 though right?
Remote Controlling your camera HELP Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Thanks for the above JAK So It doesnt work Helios? CONFUSED Can you explain the RF trigger thing? What is it? Is that a link for it? If its some sort of device that can control my camera from longer distances and can go behind the camera I am interested! A
Remote Controlling your camera HELP Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Wish I hadnt purchased an infa-red remote device now as I can only use it from the front. :( i thought i could have hid in bushes 20 yards away :(
Remote Controlling your camera HELP Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Thanks guys is a page full of reviews of camera traps. They aren't cheap. An IR remote needs filed of sight of the camera to work. Depending on the model camera you have sensors front and rear or rear only. The range of the IR remote varies depending on the model. The Pentax remote F has a working distance of about 5 metres. Edit: K-x only has a remote sensor at the back - which restricts your use of it quite a bit.not interested in camera traps mate just with the camera (k-x) five metre range then from the back?
Remote Controlling your camera HELP Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Ok manual lenses only? K-x
Remote Controlling your camera HELP Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Hi As some are aware bird photography and wildlife is my big thing that gets me out of the house most days and weekends. I always crave the "great" shot and will go hours just to get one moment on camera that I am happy with. For instance my latest photograph (check flickr thing below)took me over two hours to get and I had to lie in a river to get it - a shot of a Dipper. I waited until the light was just perfect and the bird had caddisflies in its mouth - Very satisfied. However, I cant go on like this forever because I have other committments - family etc. Can anyone explain to me (in very simple terms) how the trap shot works? Have I got this term right? Its when you can set you camera up to fire off when something like a bird enters the frame. Any thoughts on how that works very appreciated. SECONDLY I was wondering how far the range on one of those remote IR shutters is for shooting cable release style. Can I set the camera up and hide somewhere and then simply press it or is there a range and direction on these things? MANY THANKS TO THOSE THAT READ AND ARE WILLING TO REPLY! Cheers QC
WANTED 55-300 Posted in Classified Adverts	Anyone interested in selling the 300mm lens?? Please private message me to discuss. Cheers QC
Is the K-5 Really Worth it???? Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	Thanks everyone for the comprehensive replies. Im getting the impression that the K-r might be a better camera than I first thought. Those 6 fps would be very handy and I am assuming that it would yield better IQ. But then again I could just spend the extra and get the K-5? Its been said that I need to put good glass in front of the K-5 to get the best out of it. Can I assume the 300mm DA F4 on this camera would be the bees knees? MORE MONEY! :)
Is the K-5 Really Worth it???? Posted in Pentax Digital SLRs	At the moment I am taking all my wildlife (mostly bird) shots with the Pentax K-x and Sigma 150 500. I understand the limitations that each have respectively... For example the lens works best at F8 (unless its nice and bright) The lens can hunt (but i sometime use manual to speed things up_ And the K-x which I now know inside out (can change aperature without even looking at the back of the camera to see if its finished buffering)and know that all its little quirks. I am often told that the images are great and I should upgrade to "better" equipment but what exactly? Is the K-5 really going to make my photos any better>? Obviously the shutter speed and zero buffering is a plus but its big money for someone who doesnt have much. Or alternatively do I sell the lot and buy the 400mm 5.6 Canon that everyone raves about and then save for a Canon body (Perish the thought!) A very confused bird photographer! QC
I have the cash - whos selling? Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Thank you for all of those.
Sigma 150 - 500 mm - any experience with OS Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	I agree with all the above - i actually use mine for macro work and portraits as well - check out the link and pm me if you need to ask anything else.
I have the cash - whos selling? Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Ty stu
I have the cash - whos selling? Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	I am willing to spend in and around the 70-100 range but it would need to be a great model for the ton.
I have the cash - whos selling? Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Hi folks I will have a little bit of cash to buy something in a couple of weeks. Money doesnt come my way very often so it has to be a good purchase. Having thought about it long enough I have decided to opt for something like a 28 or 35mm for general use and a little bit of macro work. It doesnt have to be a brand spank lens or even autofocus just something that will yield great results on my K-x. I know some people have already sent me pm's and messages on the subject but please remind me because I have lost all my messages. Thanks in advance! QC
Lens Recommendation Please -CONFUSED.COM Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Thanks lads
Lens Recommendation Please -CONFUSED.COM Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	An M50/1.7 is a no brainer, but beyond that you're going to need to be more specific about what you think you need. If general street stuff a zoom is a good way to go until you establish your shooting style and preferred focal length. For this the kit lens is fine, but 1) The Tamron 17-50mm is a bargain with near-stellar IQ (costs 250 quid or thereabouts s/h - if that sounds a lot, compare to the DA16-50mm!), or... 2) An F35-70mm would be a low-cost (35 quid?) 'pocket-sized' addition to your kit (and a decent range for 'street shooting with excellent IQ).Good man - will check those out! Quick question and a little embarassing:oops: Does 50mm equate to a different focal range with a digital camera? QC
Lens Recommendation Please -CONFUSED.COM Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Thanks guys for that Alan? I have the kit 18 55 mate and the 50 200 Cheers for the input Carl Stu - can you pm me about your experiences with THAT lens etc? Would love to hear more about cheapies on ebay and other DA stuff. Ta
Lens Recommendation Please -CONFUSED.COM Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Please help me. I am getting overwhelmed by the amount of lenses on the internet and cannot make up my mind. Perhaps someone can recommend one if I give you the low down? I believe people take photos, not the camera. Meaning that I am not a "gear hoe" and can happily snap away with any sort of equipment. I mostly shoot birds (have the sigma 150 500) but am interested in doing more general things - street, portrait, a bit of close up work... A general do all job that will fit nicely on my K-x I am also interested in some of the lenses that appear on ebay - manual ones. Can you recommend any of those> Thanks!
Upgrade from 120-400mm - sigma 150-500mm os worth it? Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Martyn I use my 150 500 every day - on my lunch hour at work I take it with me and do my 20 minute walk capturing everything from birds to flowers. I have used the 120 400 and can assure you that there IS a difference in quality. Admitedly its still not hot as some primes wide open but on a sunny day the Sigma 150 500 IS as good as a Canon or Nikon F4 - I dont care what anyone will reply to that. Its a great lens and is too easily overlooked. Please check out my photos below on my Flickr account. All my bird shots are with the lens and the cherry blossom is with it as well. QC
Advice on glass for my k-x Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Srs hire lens so you could rent , Pentax DFA 100mm F2.8 Macro WR Lens £35 Pentax DFA 50mm F2.8 Macro Lens £30 both 3days hire,:D:D link http://www.srsmicrosystems.co.uk/article/12/hire.htmlThats nice to know
Advice on glass for my k-x Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Does anyone have any experience of using the Sigma 300mm macro? Most of my macro shots are done with the Sigma 150 500 and kit lenses and to date am quite happy with the results. I really want an all rounder lens and the 35 2,4 seems to fit the bill - a bit of macro on the side would be nice though!:lol:
Advice on glass for my k-x Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	Thanks guys for that. Will look into the two comments
Advice on glass for my k-x Posted in Lenses for Pentax Cameras	My Sigma 150 500 is on the K-x virtually 95% of the time for bird photography (although I did shoot a floweriny bud the other day that looks nice with it) but would love to get myself a nice 35 or 50 for macro work and general use. I have read the reviews on the 35mm F2.4 and is nicely priced as well but I am willing to give something older a go that still sports good quality. Any thoughts on what I should do? Ta QC