Thanks for the feedback ...

Here's another shot which I think I prefer - less foreground & better lighting

Simon

Had a wander along my favourite beach tonight & managed a few sunset shots, here's one of several

All feedback appreciated

Simon

To be honest it has been discussed quite a lot. The most popular current choices are the Sigma 10-20mm & the Pentax 12-24mm

A search should produce quite a few threads

simon

I bought the GX10..

At the time Samsung were offering a £100 cashback so the twin lens kit cost me £437. Personally if the capabilities are the same I'll go for the cheapest

simon

Very much hope that's the case for the DA 55-300

simon

I also very recently bought the 70-300 & find it impressive for the price (paid £69) - it's certainly sharp & capable of producing nice shots, mine does suffer the noted Purple Fringing though - relatively easy to remove in PP

simon

Thanks guys - you'll be pleased to know all important parts are now thoroughly defrosted

Fortunately there's are rather useful carpark next to the dry ski slope which saved me a bit of a walk

simon

A sunrise shot taken yesterday, froze my n*uts off !!

Simon

No problem at all Chris - not happy with this myself...

I've been trying to capture a unique looking shot of Conway Castle for a while but unfortunately I've still not managed it. This is another experiment - mainly regarding composition...

From this angle I like the mountain backdrop but the road-bridge is too evident & detracts from the castle, it looks more of a "snap" type shot too as there really isn't any foreground to be had from this vantage point - back to the drawing board

Thanks

Simon

Early morning dash down to Conway castle to catch the sunrise, it was rather cold & wintery & unfortunately the lighting wasn't quite what I was hoping for - not 100% sure about this one, all opinions appreciated

simon