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<p>Some good stuff guys. </p>

<p>I like the B/W shots Hin. lots of mood there.<br>

Pretty cool "Boathouse Row" Robert. Wonder how often they get flooded?<br>

I like #2 as well Howard. Gives a real feeling of the movement going on in the street.</p>

<p>I'll add one from a recent "road Trip" through California. Taken along the edge of the Mojave Desert on the way to Yosamite.</p>

<p>Pentax K10D, PENTAX-DA 12mm-24mm F4 ED AL [iF] Lens. Converted to "quasi-infared" in ACDSee Pro 2.5.</p><div></div>

<p>I have noticed the same trend. I cannot speak to a reason as a whole but...</p>

<p>I'm one of the culprets and have not posted any POTW for a few months. For various reasons I have become a bit frusterated with digital photography and have spent most of my picture making time returning to my first love, medium format film with TLR's and Folders. As Pentax did not see fit to make any of these beauties (what's up with that?) I don't feel it appropriate to post my work (such as it is) on the Pentax forum.</p>

<p>There has been very good work posted in seperate posts during the week so maybe people don't have more for the POTW...just a thought.</p>

<p>I also feel that the absence of a couple persons that were/are a driving force in this forum has had an impact on the energy level. These persons were/are an inspiration with their constantly high quality work and constructive imput that pushed us all to do better in our own work.</p>

<p>Having said all that, I must admit that I have observed a big jump in the over-all quality of the photos that are posted in the POTW over the last few months. So those that continue the good work are certainly getting top notch results. It's very good to see.</p>

<p>But don't worry, I've been around Pnet long enough to notice an ebb and flow. It's just nature doing it's thing. All will be fine.</p>

<p>Actually, I find your "from the hip" shots very interesting. Maybe becaues it's like looking at your world from a different angle.</p>

<p>Good stuff, Javier!</p>

<p>Michael, maybe Javiers wife has the same attitude as mine, "If anyone wants the 'old man' she can have him, he's all used up, getting rusty and besides the warranty ran out a long time ago..."</p>

<p>Interesting shot Brian. I've always liked the bokeh of the Jupiter 8. Good lens all in all. Mine doesn't work very well on my Contax but sure produces excellent results with the Kiev.</p>

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<p>I just put them in my recycle container with the rest of my plastics. Haven't had them rejected so far.</p>

<p>Jeff, thanks for adding the info on the SRT 102 and different labeling. I'd almost forgotten about that. I think there was a couple other labels also wasn't there? Ones sold through department stores like Sears also were different, I think. It's been a while since I've thought about this stuff.</p>

<p>Yea, that's why I said "<em>arguably</em> the last good ...". Some people love the X-700 and rightly so but I really didn't like the camera. I purchased mine when it first became available to North America on the advice of a good buddy who had picked his up in Japan. But after using the XE and XD (The Japanese version of the XD 11 or XD 7, the same except it has better leatherette than the others, no shrinkage) it just didn't thrill me. I put it away and sold it a couple years later. It was my last "New" Minolta.</p>

<p>Now the Rokkor glass, that was/is the stuff of dreams!</p>

<p>I'm pretty sure that only the SRT 101 and 102 had mirror lock-up. I have the 101,102 201,202, XE5, XE7 and XD and those two (the 101 and 102, there were a few versions of the 101 so make sure you look for the lock-up lever) are the only ones with the lock-up. Too bad really as the XE series are wonderful cameras.</p>

<p>You shouldn't have too much of a problem finding a good Minolta SLR. XD series is arguably the last good Minolta camera. But if you are careful you will find many good condition samples to choose from between the SRT, XE and XD series.</p>

<p>Interesting stuff Javier.</p>

<p>I'm not a big fan of most street photography. I find a lot of it just someone running around snapping candid shots of unsuspecting people with little or no thought put into it.</p>

<p>I find it refreshing that in your photos you seem to excell at capturing the instant that your subject makes human contact with you and thus the viewer. "The instant of recognition", I've heard it called. Cases in point, 1) the girl with the chihuahua dog. An amazing face with eyes that look to ones soul; 2) the couple, blond girl/guy with hat, she very intent on discussing her new nail polish, he...couldn't give a @#*& and that all suffering 1000 mile stare and then the stalker in the left background. For me those are the best of the bunch.</p>

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<p>I've never been a very big fan of the Yashica TLR's (Ikoflex or Autocord for me) but I have to admit that one has a very appealing bokeh. Especially in the second photo. Not a bad machine at all. I think you did a fine job with an excellent camera. Good on ya.</p>

<p>Awesome score Wayne! I keep looking at them on the "bay" but tend to talk myself out of bidding...stupid inner voices.</p>

<p>But I do have a couple of the Contessa's less royal sisters the Contina. The Contina's are essentially the same except for the rangefinder is not coupled and there is no light meter. On one of my Continas the lens and shutter are Tessar/Compur Rapid but on the other it's Novar/Prontor SVS. I believe the Contessa only came with the Tessar/Compur Rapid combo.</p>

<p>Life doesn't get much better than a sunny day and a hand full with a Contessa/Contina loaded with Tri-X. If god invented anything better, he/she kept it for him/herself....IMHO!</p>

<p>Cannot wait for the photos.</p>

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<p>Sorry to hear about your troubles Steve.</p>

<p>I've not had that issue with any of my lenses but I have been in situations where the focus won't lock on properly. It is very frustrating to be sure. In my case it had to do with contrast (or lack there of actually) and the electronic focus getting confused. I'm sure the issue has nothing to do with being "Pentax" as I've read about others with Canikon having the same issue. Just the nature of the beast it seems.</p>

<p>However, I am seeing a slow but steady migration, amongst my photography loving friends of all digital stripes, back to film. Myself included. I still use my Pentax DSLR's and <em><strong>expensive</strong></em> lenses but I've found digital has taken on a more utilitarian and less "artistic" role in my photographic life.</p>

<p>Rather than give up, I'd suggest getting your old Pentax film stuff out (if you still have any), load up your favorite film and get out there to enjoy the process of making photographs again. Without the illusion of digital/electronic superiority photography is still very much fun.</p>

<p>Wow, nice Brad!</p>

<p>"Life is much too short for some folks. For other folks it just drags on...I'm the type of guy who likes it right down the middle"<br>

-Jesse Winchester-</p>

<p>I second the 12-24 DA f4. Unless you're doing some backpacking and want to reduce weight, I don't think you'd really need the 15mm. It's not faster than the 12-24 and hardly different than the wide end of the 16-50 (a great lens BTW) nor as fast.</p>

<p>Last month I spent some time around Yosemite or Yo-sa-mite [rhymes with Vegamite] as my Aussie wife calls it, and found I mostly used the 12-24 DA. With the 12-24 DA, the 16-50 DA and the 50-200 DA in my kit I didn't really feel the need for anything else...although, a fast standard lens might have been nice a couple of times.</p>

<p>My post seems a little unclear...The only thing I might mention is<strong><em>,</em></strong> <em><strong>you might be disappointed when</strong></em> shooting reversal film unless you are sure the shutter is accurate.</p>

<p>That makes more sence.</p>

<p>Brad, don't worry too much about flair. I used to shoot a couple Zeiss Ikon Nettars with uncoated lenses and never had a problem. Just create a shadow over the lens if shooting more towards the sun. That's what fedora hats were really invented for...oh, and lookin' cool!</p>

<p>I mainly use my Ikoflex IIa and Mess Ikonta 524/16 (coated Tessars) as my MF cameras but I do use my Nettar 515 (4.5 x 6) with uncoated Novar lens once in a while as well. There are a few color shots taken with the 515 in my portfolio if you care to have a look. They are pretty indicative of what color is like with these uncoated lenses. I don't remember the film, maybe some out of date Agfacolor Optima II.</p>

<p>The only thing I might mentiuon is shooting reversal film unless you are sure the shutter is accurate. Not much latitude with that film. But go for it, you might be surprised. I'm pretty sure my Ikoflex has never been serviced (not since I've had it, 8 years +/-) and I get good results with Velvia.</p>

<p>BTW good choice on your TLR. Post some shots for us.</p>

<p>Hice James! I have my Nettar 518/16 loaded with Ektar at the moment. You have inspired me to get out and finish the roll.</p>

<p>You're very correct about the Nettars being "fine performer"(s). I carry either my Mess Ikonta 524/16 or my Nettar most of the time I'm out.</p>

<p>Post a few more shots.</p>

<p>Yep! Shoot it all the time. I use only "Classic" cameras ( Zeiss Ikon Folders, 4.5 x 6, 6 x 6 and 6 x 9, Ikoflex and Minolta Autocord) in medium format so am trying to do my part to keep the film companies in business.</p>

<p>Nice work gene. I like the Congregational Church - Monson MA the best but the others are certainly in the running.</p>

<p>Concerning donated time and energy, I agree with you that often <em>"It's more like work than I'd like it to be."</em> I do some paid stuff like weddings, product shots, etc. But I also offer my photography skills to a local wild life rescue organization. I do it for the animals but sometimes the humans are a bit too demanding. And like you say it becomes too much like work.</p>

<p>I have no solution to offer up except that I have to remind myself once in a while, who it is <strong><em>exactly</em></strong> I'm doing it for. For me, it's a wonderful thing to help out our fellow creatures on this planet. Especially since we mess up their life and home more often than not. So when I'm feeling annoyed at some human I just tell myself that if it wasn't for my donated time and the money it generates, that little owl with the broken wing, because a humans car hit it, might not get treatment and might have no remaining life. It helps me focus on the good coming from my energy and ignore the annoying other.</p>

<p>Excellent choice, Stuart! The Nettars are my second favorite MF folders after my 524/16 Mess Ikonta. I actually prefer the 518 series of Nettars for the reason that they do have a double exposure prevention feature.</p>

<p>The "sweet" spot for the Novar lens on mine is around f8 - f 10 (the little red dot on the f stop list) and zone focus (or again the little red dot on the distance scale) will get you some good results in most situations.</p>

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<p>I was wondering the same thing. </p>

<p>I second the backpacking. Good time of the year for those fall color shots.</p>

<p>Paul, if your camera takes the 30.5mm screw-in filters, I have a few (3 or 4) of these: Zeiss Ikon-Voigtlander, West Germany, 30.5, G, 1.5x, -0.5. The color is yellow with a hint of green. They are "new" old stock, most never opened. If you or anyone else wants one, I'll part with them for...you have to post some photos taken with the filter on your camera. "One per customer, please".</p>

<p>Email me off site if you want one.</p>

<p>I don't know much about Voigtlander Perkeo's but it seems to me that they took/take 32mm <em><strong>slip-on</strong></em> filters. I use Zeiss Ikon folders (Contina, Ikonta and Nettar). The filters for these guys screw on <strong><em>over</em></strong> the lens.</p>

<p>Zeiss Ikon filters were designated S ( as in S35.5) for the over the lens screw-on, A (as in A32) for the slip-on and just the number (as in 35.5) for the screw-in types. There was occasionally another letter designation for the screw-in type but I haven't seen it very often and cannot remember at the moment what that was. So if you find Zeiss Ikon filters I'd say you need the "A" designation.</p>

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