Nice work, that is a better composition, and removes the problem areas.

Thanks for the replies, advice and offer. I think it will be wise to shoot in both in the future, then make a decision re aperture.
Nigel

K5 DA55mm/1.4, iso200, 1/1600s, f/2.2, strong sunlight

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The top of her head is very bright, I have tried some pp in iphoto. Would I be able to improve this type of picture by shooting in RAW and using Aperture on the mac?

I am not sure if the bright are detracts from the image, and am happy with the isolation from the background.

Nigel

These were taken with 18-55 iso 200, 1/60 f/22.
I was looking for something more abstract / movement... not sure if I got it right, especially after my wife gave feedback!

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I am not sure with this type of image if it is more important to concentrate on exact focus/exposure or to move more towards abstract/digital art with pp...or if in fact they are posting worthy?

This works for me...apart from the bright area top right,I have kept in more of the 'left ' to try and draw the eye to the framed area of the cat.

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Thanks for the rapid feedback. The second crop is close to the image I had in mind, but was unsure if I had taken to much out. Also concerned that the out of focus swirls had become too distracting rather than just framing the cat. Yes I can see that adjusting the aspect ratio is easier on the eye.

I went for black and white, but the 55mm really delivers some pleasing colours and detail...

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Sorry for more cat pics, but she is normally around when I have a new lens or camera. Note to self...must get out more!

This was taken with K5 and 55mm/1.4 at f/2.2 1/400. Is the image okay firstly, and is it improved by either of the crops?

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Any other advice re exposure/pp welcomed.

Nigel

I bought mine recently, secondhand from ffordes, for just over £400. It had none of the issues some report and was as good as new. I think if I add a Raynox, then I will have a good set up for portraits and macro, which increases its value further.
Nigel

The FA28/2.8AL hasn't been mentioned here and yet with its compact size and 35mm equivalent of 42mm, is a lovely lens. I managed to pick up a secondhand one and the image quality is very good. It goes well with the 55mm1.4[82mm] and I think a DA15 would complete a usable set.

I was lucky to find this secondhand and it arrived yesterday. So I am interested in how to get the best out of this compact lens on the K5.

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All iso200, first two at 2.8 and last at 8.0

I am interested to hear your comments.
Nigel