Tag Archives: Pentax

Binoculars

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Chuck_Maas

One of the indispensable non-photographic tools for outdoorsmen is a good set of binoculars.  Determining what defines a “good set” is as much a compromise as any other tool choice.  Narrowing the purpose, then deciding which factors are most important … Continue reading →

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Broadening the Options

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Chuck_Maas

Pentax has a long and storied history in photography, and now another marker has been laid down with the announcement of the  K-1 , their first digital 35mm full-frame SLR body to actually reach market. It will take some time … Continue reading →

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“Affordable” Medium Format

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Chuck_Maas

Pentax is back in the news as Ricoh (its parent company) announces a significant update to their medium format digital body, now labeled 645Z.  Though an update of the previous 645D, the changes are big and important. Using the same … Continue reading →

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What’s Happening

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Chuck_Maas

Lot’s of things going on that have potential consequence for photographers on both ends of the workflow. One is the inexorable push toward video.  4K is all the rage.  New high-rez monitors and laptop displays are popping up everywhere.  Panasonic … Continue reading →

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Bits and Pieces

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

It’s been a busy year so far and without a doubt there’s more to come.  Here’s a short rundown. Adobe Lightroom 4 has just been released.  There are some pretty big changes that should appeal to most users and the … Continue reading →

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Trends

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

As a glaring underscore to the brutal effects of change, the former photo industry giant Kodak has now filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.  Nothing is ever simple and this certainly doesn’t mean Kodak will completely disappear, but it is unlikely … Continue reading →

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Big Industry Changes and More New Tools

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Chuck_Maas

Should you need proof of turmoil and flux in the photo industry, look to the most recent changing hands of two of the oldest icons in the business—Hasselblad and Pentax.  Two days ago Hasselblad was sold to a venture fund, … Continue reading →

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Seasons and Photokina

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Chuck_Maas

Seasons.   Ready for winter?  This current cold snap in Southcentral is an abrupt reminder of how quickly the seasons can change here in Alaska.  Summer’s over, autumn won’t be here much longer, and it’s time to think cold weather.  Just … Continue reading →

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