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Nice one. I am ready to buy one (when the price comes down a bit)

Comment by smc posted on Head to Head. at 20/05/2013 - 21:57

smc
The SMC-M 75-150 is a super lens. Compact and slightly slow at f4.0 maximum aperture, but pretty sharp wide open. Alternatively, a 50mm with a really good 1.5x or 2x converter might work - you do not need clinical sharpness for portraiture.

Comment by smc posted on portrait lenses? at 15/05/2013 - 14:19

smc
I like your style!


stevejcoe wrote:
Thanks to Bill for a pleasant and easy transaction. My wife mentioned recently that she would like a better camera, she tried my K10, but found it too bulky for her small hands and preferred my K5, so the K5 Silver and 18-135 are a present for her.

We are off to the Lakes at the end of the month, so it will be interesting to see what she captures.

I should add that before anyone comments on my genorosity, I should also say that my prime interest was in the Ltd lenses, especially the FA43. So far the ploy as worked, as no comments have been made about the two new lenses on the shelf.

Regards - Steve

Comment by smc posted on FS: Pentax K5 Silver - Mint, & Lenses at 02/05/2013 - 18:58

smc
Bill, well done - quick and simple.

Comment by smc posted on FS: Pentax K5 Silver - Mint, & Lenses at 02/05/2013 - 16:41

smc
Playing with the 110 lenses and Q this weekend highlighted one thing: make sure your lenses are scrupulously clean, especially the rear glass. It makes quite a difference to contrast and flare resistance.

Comment by smc posted on 110 lenses at 29/04/2013 - 20:28

smc
It is difficult to tell if there is decentering based on these shots (which look by the way). A boring brick wall or newspaper test would show any misfocus from one side of the lens to the other.

Comment by smc posted on Whats wrong with this lens? at 28/04/2013 - 18:17

smc
Excellent set. Great, subtle colour - very Pentax.

Comment by smc posted on New Top Model Sasha Luss for Harper's BAZAAR at 28/04/2013 - 12:19

smc
Sale pending

Comment by smc posted on WTB PENTAX DBG2 GRIP at 28/04/2013 - 00:24

smc
I have been looking around for a DBG2 grip without success. The copies all seem inferior (as well advised by forum members). If anyone has an original that is surplus to requirements please send a PM.

Comment by smc posted on WTB PENTAX DBG2 GRIP at 27/04/2013 - 08:27

smc
Thanks. Will start the hunt then

Anyone have one for sale???

Comment by smc posted on DBG2 GRIP - BEST PLACE FOR A GOOD COPY at 25/04/2013 - 22:36

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