christopher_platt

I just bought a New FD 200/4 lens for my Canon F-1n and EF film bodies. I hope it is as good as you say it is.

 

Perhaps "a little dust" is included in some descriptions by eBay sellers to avoid buyers remorse returns by chiselers.

 

Chris

Has anyone determined if an eveready case for a more common model e.g. F-1, FTb etc. will fit the Canon EF?

 

FWIW I can view the original post, the first page of replies and the last page of replies, but not pages 2-4.

 

TIA,

Chris

<p>According to the data provided here modern E6 films processed using best practices<br>

(e.g. current Elitechrome film processed by a lab adhering to Kodak Q-Lab standard)<br>

will be<strong> <em>more stable </em></strong><em></em>over time ("archival") than Kodachrome in light or dark storage:<br>

<a href="http://www.wilhelm-research.com/book_toc.html">http://www.wilhelm-research.com/book_toc.html</a><br>

<br>

Chris</p>

<p>I hope some of you can attend this excellent program.<br>

The Refuge is lovely in snow.</p>

<p>Chris</p>

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<p><strong>Photo Magic</strong><br /><strong>Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge</strong><br /><strong>Sunday, January 9, 2:15 - 4 PM</strong><br /><br />Warm up with an indoor presentation by photographer Johann Schumacher.<br />Then brave the elements to take photos with your own camera and Johann's tips. <br />Bring your camera and dress for the weather.<br />Call for reservations 718-318-4340.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/this-week-at-jbu.htm" target="_blank">http://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisi...eek-at-jbu.htm</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.johannschumacherdesign.com/" target="_blank">http://www.johannschumacherdesign.com</a><br /><br /></p>

<p>Reminder: This takes place TOMORROW!<br>

Chris</p>

 

<p>One week to go. Anyone planning to attend?<br>

Chris</p>

<p>Have a look at Johann Schumacher's website:</p>

<p><a href="http://www.johannschumacherdesign.com/bio.html"><strong>http://www.johannschumacherdesign.com/bio.html</strong></a></p>

<p>Chris</p>

 

Nature Photography Workshop<br />Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge<br />Sunday March 28th, 2010 2:30-4:30 PM<br /><br />See the natural world through the lens of Johann Schumacher during an indoor <br />presentation; then hit the trail for an outdoor session with the photographer. <br />Bring a camera or just an interest in photography. <br />FREE. Reservations required. Phone 718-318-4340.<br /><br />Hope to see some of you there...<br /><br />Chris

<p>Suggest you get another K1000, or for the same money find a Pentax KM instead. <br>

The Pentax KM is identical to the K1000 but adds depth-of-field preview and self-timer.</p>

 

<p>Before buying an -A 50/1.7 lens check the aperture detents, a common failure point.</p>

<p>I have owned and used most Pentax non-AF bodies. The KX is my favorite.</p>

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According to the website cited, camera has only 4-zone autofocus system.

 

Doubtless any one of us could manually focus more accurately than that...

 

Christopher Platt

I have been unable to locate a -2.0 (or -3.0) diopter correction eyepiece for

my RF645.

 

The more readily available Bronica 645 SLR rectangular eyepieces look

*very* similar.

 

Are they the same size, will they fit or can they be modified to fit my RF645?

 

FWIW Tamron USA Customer Service says no, but they didn't have specs

and I know they they didn't check...

 

TIA,

 

Christopher Platt

I recommend the Pentax Espio Mini/UC-1 camera. It has an excellent 35mm f/3.5 autofocus lens. The smallest film camera Pentax made,

it is very pocketable, with a sliding cover to protect the lens.

 

Christopher Platt

I am a longtime user of Pentax K cameras and lenses.

I have owned Pentax KM, KX, K2, K2DMD, MX, ME and LX models, as well as Ricoh XR-1s/Sears KS1000 and Ricoh XR-2s/Sears KS auto cameras.

 

Though the Ricoh-made models have some nice features, they are not quite as well-made as a Pentax, nor as smooth in operation, and they just do not hold up as well.

 

Eric Hendrickson can be contacted through his website, Pentaxs.com

 

Christopher Platt

Looks like there will be good weather for this.

 

Don't forget to call and reserve your seat...

 

Chris

Black & White Photography with Alice M. Hughey

 

Date: Sunday March 30, 2008

 

Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Location: Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

 

Details:

 

Begin this adventure into black and white nature photography by looking at images with artist Alice M. Hughey, then

 

migrate outdoors for some camera time with the photographer.

 

Dress for the weather. Bring a camera. Reservations required.

 

Fees:

 

FREE

 

Contact:

 

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Contact Station

 

(718) 318-4340

Eric Hendrickson is an expert with the Pentax LX.

I have had dozens of Pentax cameras and lenses

serviced by Eric; he has always done a great job.

 

Christopher Platt

I know the Pentax 645 AF models have a focus indicator

that works with manual focus lenses.

 

But how well do the AF screens work with manual focus lenses?

 

TIA,

Christopher Platt