tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-267059462024-03-06T12:02:11.611-08:00Chasing Light...-The images and thoughts of a Lonely Planet photographer through the eyes of his Pentax.mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.comBlogger150125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-88025912207820096792014-01-20T15:57:00.002-08:002014-01-20T18:31:22.366-08:00My take on the actions of The SartorialistScott Schuman, better known as "the Sartorialist" is one of the best lifestyle photographers of modern style. His images move the thousands, perhaps millions of fans that await his images at his well travelled blog.. <a href="http://www.thesartorialist.com/" target="_blank">The Sartorialist.</a><br />
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I've always been a fan of people-watching but never took the time to actually shoot street lifestyle. The following images were inspired by my very dear friend who opened up her world and shared her Europe, along the world famous Bahnhofstrasse. -According to wikipeida: "Zurich's main downtown street and one of the world's most expensive and exclusive shopping avenues." A street so entitled it made headlines, when the aura of its decadence accidentally snubbed the buying power of millionaire Oprah Winfrey.<br />
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The following images were shot with the Pentax K5IIs and Pentax DA* 50-135.<br />
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<br />mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-39568494657709603042013-03-25T22:41:00.001-07:002013-04-01T21:17:27.841-07:00Shooting sports, low-light, and mixed WB with a Pentax K5IIs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The recent release of the Pentax K5IIs offered sports photographers the advantage of improved AF, weather sealing and compact bodies. The previous generation K5 already had mind blowing High ISO performance -receiving performance scores rivaling the performance of Full Frame flagships of other camera makers. The previous camera was near perfect with its rugged build and life saving weather sealing. The only question was whether the new SAFOX X of the K5II fixed the focus woes of many loyal Pentax shooters?<br />
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I tend to really push the boundaries of performance by shooting sports with a Pentax. Colleagues in the field have often said, "There are sharper tools in the shed", but certain facets of the Pentax offer more reward. I guess only a Pentaxian knows the feeling. I always had a soft spot for Pentax, since I began my roller coaster journey into photography 29 years ago with a <a href="http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-film-slr-discussion/61250-pentax-program-program-plus.html" target="_blank">Pentax Program Plus</a>; and being that my lens investment is irreplaceable, I always am optimistic of future body offerings.<br />
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I appreciate the Pentax color and image detail that is lacking from the competition. Pentax files tend to be larger and it's my opinion, that the image processor retains more native detail and suffers less compression. I have shot extensively with other systems to form an objective opinion, just in case the naysayers feel I'm biased. Read my "<a href="http://alonphilippines.blogspot.com/2012/05/gear-on-brain-people-always-ask-me-what.html" target="_blank">gear on the brain</a>" entry regarding the time when I lost my senses.<br />
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To make this short and sweet, yes some tools do one job better, but for me Pentax is the tool that does all jobs to my preference. My main passion for surf and water, make Pentax the most efficient choice with its industry leading level of weather sealing and durability. To really test the new SAFOX X auto focus engine of the K5II, I started shooting professional football, at night...<br />
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I have come to learn that Football (Soccer for the Yanks), especially at night, proves to be one of the most difficult sports to shoot. Especially when you are a league photographer in a developing country. (poorly lit pitches coupled with horrible tropical weather)<br />
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Football has a long legacy here in the Philippines, and has experienced a surge in popularity due to the recent success of the Men's National Team... "Azkals"<br />
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Surfing is extremely easy to shoot because from the land, the athlete moves laterally and seldom leaves the focal plane. Basketball and NFL can be predicted and several techniques like "catch focus" or anticipation of the play can be utilized. Basketball is probably one of the easiest because play culminates at the hoop, and the span of the court can be managed with a short tele. The DA* 50-135 has proven perfect for Basketball.</div>
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Football (Soccer) in my opinion, is the most complex because the ball travels at light speed, the players are often looking down at the ball, always have their back to you, and within an instant a pass can travel a great distance faster than you can anticipate. Players tend to cluster, so what often happens is that opposing defenders or other teammates mistakenly trigger a different focus point than what was intended.<br />
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<i>Can lock faster in low light...</i><br />
Luckily, most of my sports shots seldom have "OOFs" because I plan and anticipate my shots, and I dont "Spray and Pray." Football changed that completely and I tend to have to rely on every ounce of my skill to synergize with the Camera's ability. And yes, because of the complexity of shooting night football, I tended to have more "OOFs" than normal with my previous K7, or K5. <br />
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I'm happy to say, with the K5IIs, the low-light focus lock has vastly improved and it's the best performing "K" to date. Even dimly lit subjects down to -3EV with only backlighting get an accurate focus lock. My previous K5, at that low light level, confusedly spun the AF barrel from near to infinity during such situations.<br />
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All things not equal, the K5II series performs adequately to get the shot needed. It would be unfair to compare it to sports leading tank killers like the Mark IV or D4 because those cameras are in the league 5X the price point of a K5. If you compared between sport genres, the K5II tracks wonderfully with regard to basketball, but with the high speed of (soccer) there are shortcomings.<br />
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I suppose if a young freelancer was building a system, a pair of K5IIs and a set of weather sealed DA* lenses still come out cheaper than one Canon or Nikon body. Going with the K5II as your sporting choice isn't a compromise because the camera does so many things so well. It offers the best bang for your hard earned buck.<br />
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When athletes move laterally across the field, the K5II tracks perfectly. When they move vertically toward the Photographer at a high rate the tracking ability is vastly improved over previous K5 and K7; but the keeper rate isn't as successful as a Canon 1DMark IV or Nikon D4. So what am I saying here... If your life depended on getting that one shot that 30 other photographers are gunning for, then a top of the line flagship from the competition should secure that shot because you made the sacrifice in paying the steep price, and carried that heavy tank buster into the venue. If you can synergize your composition and style, coupled with the K5II's low light capability, you can still capture that perfect moment when you can pick and choose your battles. -Meaning adequate preparation<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bundesliga Import and Philippine National Team MF, Stephan Schrock #17 "dances" the ball around the defender #30 Khek Khemrin of Cambodia. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The logic behind the new SAFOX X AF-C mode maintained proper focus of #14, despite having defenders and fellow teammates strafe across the frame. With other cameras, too many AF points enabled may<br />
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The real beauty of the K5IIs is the clean High ISO image algorithms, vibrant colors, and without the anti-aliasing filter the user achieves more preserved detail. All these images are JPG, straight from camera into Lightroom for simple crop and rotate with some minor adjustment in WB and exposure. I seldom shoot RAW because I find in Sports you shoot more frames than normal, and the 4-Star JPG output of the "K" series works fine for me. During my short stint with Canon and Nikon, I always found I had to crank up the saturation and vibrance in Lightroom.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Philippine National Team Head Coach, Hans Michael Weiss ISO 2500, 1/125, f3.2</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pitch-side reporter for TV5, Joanne L. Ignacio ISO 1600, 1/400, f3.2</td></tr>
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The K5II allows for 3 WB memory storage banks for those mixed lighting nightmares. I can set for Media Room, on the Pitch, and TV cam LED. The user interface of adjusting on the fly is far easier on a Pentax then the 1DMarkIII or Nikon D300, I used to shoot with.<br />
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<i>My final words on the performance...</i><br />
The K5IIs is the best performing Pentax APS-c DSLR ever. In some ways it bests the competition flagships and in others it falls short. In a dimly lit arena with a striker moving toward you at light speed, can it out shoot a 1DMark IV? Not really, but it can get you the shot you need. Its other strengths give it the charm that puts the K5 series in a class by itself.<br />
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It shines with its class leading high iso performance, respectable 7FPS, durability (magnesium alloy construction) and best X-factor feature... the weather sealing. In camera RAW editing would allow a spot journalist to edit on the fly and send over the wires in minutes in a compact nature. I guess you would have to consider what you value. <br />
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Shooting with Pentax allows me to shed 20lbs of excess weight. Although smaller and lighter vs. the competition, there is no sacrifice in durability. As a spot journalist its small form factor makes carry-on travel easy. Couple with an Ipad, and I can cover any assignment without having to lug a ton of gear.<br />
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Now getting back to what I do to fuel the passion...<br />
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In this case, the K5 series demolishes the competition, winning out because of the compact size and weather sealing make it the most practical choice for shooting this type of sport. In this scenario, its all shot manual anyway, the only speed I need is how fast I can swim...<br />
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Happy Shooting!!mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-51415516959664127542012-07-03T23:11:00.000-07:002012-07-05T13:58:37.722-07:00Benro GH-2: Solid support at a friendly price.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I am one who firmly believes if you want the best performance, you tend to have to pay a premium for it. When using large telephoto lenses, I am always bewildered when I see shooters using inferior support equipment, especially after spending a fortune on their big glass.<br />
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It baffles me to see big 400 f2.8s or 600 f4s being supported by anything other than Gimbal heads. The tilt and pan capabilities of a Gimbal head are unsurpassed by anything else out there. I see a few shooters use very large video heads, like the <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/683559-REG/Manfrotto_504HD_504HD_Fluid_Video_Head.html" target="_blank">Manfrotto 5 series</a> video heads. Or, <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/554099-REG/Manfrotto_393_393_Heavy_Duty_Gimbal.html" target="_blank">Manfrottos 393 Gimbal</a> "type" as a low cost option. </div>
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But until you have used a proper Gimbal head, nothing else gives you that finger touch performance. In the past only a few options existed. Most commonly available were the Gimbal heads like the <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/404536-REG/Wimberley_WH_200_Gimbal_Type_Tripod_Head.html" target="_blank">Wimberley WH-200</a> or <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/827040-REG/Jobu_Design_BWG_PRO2B_Pro2_Gimbal_Head.html" target="_blank">Jobu Pro 2</a> model, each carrying hefty price tags.</div>
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I'm happy to share that there is a new player who gives the competition a run for their money. Benro has released a high quality line of Gimbal heads that equal and perhaps outperform the competition. All things being fair and in my experience out in the field, the <a href="http://www.holgacamera.com/benro-gh2-gimbal-head-with-pl100/" target="_blank">Benro GH-2</a>'s performance bests the competition. With materials and workmanship all seeming equal, but you gain the satisfaction of saving some change without any compromise.</div>
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It has proved to be the one time where opting for the more affordable made the most sense. I own both the Wimberley WH-200 and the new Benro GH-2 and find that they both perform equally. The only thing I have observed is that the Wimberley locks with less tension. Meaning the Benro requires a little more torque to lock the lens in any position of the X-Y axis. This could merely mean a difference in bushings or washers. Once you get used to either model, the performance will feel identical. In fact the two items look completely identical. Meaning the dimensions, knob position, and construction seem exactly the same.</div>
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For sports and long lenses it makes the movement of a big 600 effortless. Here is a sample image:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pentax K5 with Pentax FA* 600 at 1/5000 f7.1 iso 800</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Special thanks to Fellow UFL shooter Anton Sheker who used my backup body to shoot this lifestyle image of me.</td></tr>
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Here in Asia, the <a href="http://www.benro.cn/images/2011/13.jpg" target="_blank">Benro</a> is readily available. In the USA, Benro products are distributed as <a href="http://www.indurogear.com/products_catalog_GH-Series-Gimbal-Heads.html" target="_blank">"Induro"</a> and their version is simply a rebadge of the Benro GH-2. It seems that different market territories have different options and with each territory having their prices stabilized to reflect the fair market competition.</div>
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For those shooters located in the Philippines, the GH-2 is readlily available at a steal (at half the cost of its closest competitor) at all <a href="https://www.facebook.com/digitalwalkerstore" target="_blank">Digital Walkers</a> or visit <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Benro-Philippines/112603698800930" target="_blank">Benro Philippines</a> Facebook for more information and local pricing. Rather than posting the actual prices within our territory, I'll leave it up to the reader to browse the web and see what their local price might be. I am here to report that the Benro options come in at a cheaper price point, but equal in quality.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Benro Mg-Carbon Fiber C28T Monopod supporting a Pentax K5 and DA* 300mm. Special Thanks to UFL shooter Isko Jose for using my backup body to shoot my lifestyle portrait.<br />
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<br /></div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-28392454577005669302012-06-06T17:07:00.000-07:002012-06-06T21:38:26.722-07:00Azkal Highlights: Pentax takes on the weather like a champ.The other night I shot the Philippine National Team vs. Indonesia. As typical during this time of the year, rain was inevitable. It's comforting to know that your gear is well sealed and able to take a beating and still perform.<br />
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The lighting at Rizal Memorial Stadium is not up to par with traditional FIFA requirements for lighting. Unevenly lit sections of the pitch and mixed lighting can make for a challenging experience. Thanks to the K5's ultra clean high ISO performance, shooting such dimly lit matches are possible.<br />
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Equipment used:<a href="http://www.pentaximaging.com/dslr/K-5_Black" target="_blank"> Pentax K5</a>, Pentax <a href="http://www.pentaximaging.com/camera-lenses/smc_PENTAX_DA_Star_200mm_F2.8_ED_(IF)_SDM" target="_blank">DA* 200 f2.8</a>, <a href="http://www.pentaximaging.com/camera-lenses/smc_PENTAX_DA_Star_300mm_F4_ED(IF)_SDM" target="_blank">DA* 300 f4</a>, <a href="http://www.pentaximaging.com/camera-lenses/smc_PENTAX_DA_Star_50-135mm_F2.8_ED_(IF)_SDM" target="_blank">DA* 50-135 f2.8</a><br />
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Here are a few samples with shooting details (click on the image for optimal web resolution):<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Taking a break from the waves, the Surf Doc shoots Futbol while in the city. Here with the weathersealed K5 and DA* 300 f4. While the other members of the press corps shield their gear with plastic bags, it's a big plus knowing you can shoot unhindered by inclement weather. One of Pentax's strongest virtues.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The 2012 Philippine National Team, more popularly known as the "Azkals"</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Philippine midfielder #12 Angel Guirado breaks free from Indonesian defender #16 Satrio Syam<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Philippine Midfielder Angel Guirado #12 sandwiched between 2 Indonesian defenders attempts a bicycle kick shot on goal.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Philippine Midfileder James Younghusband dribbles past 3 defenders for an attack.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pentax K5, DA* 200mm @1/500, f2.8, ISO 2500</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">#7 James Younghusband, Philippine Midfielder takes a shot and strikes gold to equalize the match<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Philippine National team members #10 Phil Younghusband, #13 Emelio "chieffy" Caligdong, and #7 James Younghusband acknowledge the fans and their bench for a successful goal. DA* 200mm f2.8 @1/500 f3.5, ISO 4000</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fisheye view using Pentax DA 10-17mm and Pentax K5 remotely tiggerd using Micro Syncs</td></tr>
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During the May 5 matches for the United Football League, the Philippine National Team's Phil Younghusband playing for his club, Loyola Meralco Sparks strikes fast with a penalty kick goal against Stallion Gilligan's FC.</div>
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I got the idea while watching fellow league shooter Mark Cristino attempt fisheye shots from immediately behind the net. Realizing that my Tamrac Micro Syncs can also remotely trigger SLRs, aside from strobes, I got inspired to make an attempt.</div>
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The league doesn't allow shooting directly behind the goal because it may distract the players on the pitch as well as block sponsor banners during televised matches. It doesn't restrict small equipment such as cameras that are remotely controlled.<br />
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Shots from the sequence using the Pentax K5 and DA* 50-135 telephoto...<br />
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"My favorite photographic devices have been Pentax, like the iconic Pentax 67. The camera industry has very little individuality and Pentax has been able to address that." -Marc Newson and his thoughts about his unique design of the K-01 and its need within the camera industry.mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-35659332804600515992012-01-12T18:17:00.000-08:002012-01-12T18:27:13.865-08:00More fun in the Philippines -DOT's amazing turnaroundWithout getting into too much detail, the former Secretary of Tourism of our DOT lost his job because of a botched marketing blunder... "Pilipinas Kay Ganda" The attempt at a slogan fell flat on its face for many reasons mainly because it wasn't universal, and the the target audience (visiting tourists) couldn't understand the phrase.<br />
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With the growing popularity of local football spurred on with the escalation of our Azkals National team and the efforts of the UFL Cup, David Beckham has arrived to show his support.<br />
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In very succinct words Mr. Beckham expressed the sentiment of many die hard local football fans, which is to "foster the children of the sport."<br />
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We are a nation that has the talent to someday build an Asian powerhouse, it all begins at the simplest level. In the humble fields of our local provinces to the best pitches of our top universities. Mentor the children and build Pinoy football from the grassroots.<br />
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This is just a teaser, more coverage and more photos published shortly. Stay tuned for the match coverage this December 3, 2011 at Rizal Memorial Complex and the Photo Essay feature for Mabuhay Magazine.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Image shot with <a href="http://www.pentaximaging.com/" target="_blank">Pentax K5</a>, DA* 200 f2.8 handheld and being bumped by jockeying photographers</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-8347557113308987972011-11-30T20:43:00.000-08:002011-12-05T13:41:29.808-08:00BJ Penn, The Prodigy in Manila<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0A7BuXAacMUutMEJtoiPfJ9EDDyJkCAmm2WKXt3SvZHfkz1f_5MZo5oJq1Xne9QyIu9BeEeVo7IEgKXAZfZqDsvOaQ0zcXFI4P1M6UeWcfHKWErtFA3vwJIQsk4KL2pfs3xWr/s1600/MDPI3700.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0A7BuXAacMUutMEJtoiPfJ9EDDyJkCAmm2WKXt3SvZHfkz1f_5MZo5oJq1Xne9QyIu9BeEeVo7IEgKXAZfZqDsvOaQ0zcXFI4P1M6UeWcfHKWErtFA3vwJIQsk4KL2pfs3xWr/s1600/MDPI3700.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jeff Graham almost choked out by BJ Penn</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Prodigy blocks a kick from childhood friend and sparring partner Fermin Villalon from Team Penn</td></tr>
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</span></span></span></span>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-37653647751639979542011-11-27T22:16:00.000-08:002011-11-27T23:52:53.756-08:00UFL CUP Philippines, Pachanga goes out like warriors while Global advances and signals the emergence of local football.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The UFL Cup is nearing a close this season and the underdog Pachanga FC was recently eliminated from competition by the defending champions, Global FC, with the final score of 1-0. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Congrats to the club from Global. A valiant effort from the boys who wear Pachanga, better luck next season. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our remainder of the season commences next weekend with the semifinals and the friendly exhibition match between David Beckham and the LA Galaxy vs. the Azkals FC (Philippine National Team). </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Stay tuned for more photos. The game summary can be followed <a href="http://www.uflphilippines.com.ph/news-view/1322443132531/">here</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Guerridon celebrates and kisses his club team's logo after scoring the only goal that elevated Global FC past Pachanga FC to the semifinals.</td></tr>
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</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-89773297762567949282011-11-22T01:15:00.000-08:002011-11-27T22:01:30.737-08:00Billabong Skater Jeff Gonzales deep inside Manila...<center><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowtransparency="true" src="//www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fsurfdoc.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F11%2Fbillabong-skater-jeff-gonzales-deep.html&send=false&layout=standard&width=450&show_faces=true&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=80" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="border: none; height: 80px; overflow: hidden; width: 450px;"></iframe></div></center><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The following are a collection images used for a future editorial about the state of our Manila Skate Scene. Billabong team rider Jeff Gonzales hit the streets and I tagged along to document what he does best. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I used the K5 for the action shots and the Pentax Q was used to document behind the scenes footage so that the viewer can see how and where we are positioned for each shot. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pentax K5 with Pentax DA 10-17 fisheye, 1/250 f7.1 iso400</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">On foot to the next spot. Athletes always want a preview.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Now taking the MRT train. Skating is illegal inside the terminal, so we shoot fast and spontaneous</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">In the queue for the local bus. Nice thing about my gear is that it is small and lightweight, which makes photojournalism on the fly a pleasure. </td></tr>
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In skate image publishing the rider must successfully complete the trick with a proper landing. If he doesn't land correctly, the image isn't published. Hence, sequences are used to show the start to finish. Pentax K5 at 7fps, all images 1/1000 f5.6 iso200<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Last find for the day... A 9 step drop located at the University of the Philippines Campus</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yes this is quite a drop with a short landing strip, but the dramatic thing about fisheye lenses is that scenes are always more dramatic and more exaggerated. Hence, the popularity of Fisheye lenses for skate and surf photography.</td></tr>
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</div> The following action images are shot with the pint sized Pentax Q...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shot with the Pentax Q and standard prime (equiv. 47mm) giving a more near normal or straight on view as opposed to the earluer "fisheye" views.</td></tr>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">All images ©2011 Mark Dimalanta Photo</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-68790511052726626152011-10-27T17:53:00.000-07:002011-10-27T17:55:00.933-07:00The Havaiana's Art Exhibit unveils this weekend at the Country's First Surf & Music Festival.We fielded hundreds of entries, and the final 20 were selected for the Havaianas' Art Exhibit. The images will showcase at the Gallery site located at Aliya Surf Resort in Baler, and will be posted virally over Facebook upon completion of the event.<br />
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Each entry celebrates the Surfing Culture in one way or another. We congratulate all those that made it and are honored to showcase your work at our Island Nation's very first Surf & Music Festival, brought to you by Aloha Boardsports and Travel Factor.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Image shot with Pentax K5, DA 10-17, AF540FGZ off camera via Microsync RF Triggers on location in</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Jakarta, Indonesia for the Billabong City Squared Indonesia Skate Competition</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-27657223741796996482011-10-17T20:54:00.000-07:002011-10-18T09:18:29.811-07:00The Havaianas' Art Exhibit at the Surf & Music Festival, brought to you by Aloha Boardsports & Travel Factor<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTIZUl5aoQDa86mcca5xMlBKqcg6GklPUS9aSsLV348nuKK3-UeQQxUELoXXTHqjWFnqbAEIjIP53fN07xYPzpXiQfHoSJ-T3lKgNwDFt-C7JseSOU1jFFdvxgdQS9Yti7ps9w/s1600/SMF+final+poster.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTIZUl5aoQDa86mcca5xMlBKqcg6GklPUS9aSsLV348nuKK3-UeQQxUELoXXTHqjWFnqbAEIjIP53fN07xYPzpXiQfHoSJ-T3lKgNwDFt-C7JseSOU1jFFdvxgdQS9Yti7ps9w/s1600/SMF+final+poster.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Havaianas Art Exhibit –Surf & Music Festival 2011<o:p></o:p></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><br />
</b></div><div class="MsoNormal">Are you a photographer or an artist who loves to create work that evokes a feel good vibe? Gain recognition and exposure by participating in this one of a kind exhibit, at the country’s largest Surf & Music Festival.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal">Think of the beach, its vibe, and all the spin offs that arise from the beach/surfing lifestyle. This may be creatively represented by action imagery, lifestyle imagery, concert photography (because music and surf have always gone hand in hand), landscape, portraiture, or still life, etc. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal">The theme is broad, but the unifying factor is that the content must tie in with the beach lifestyle. The creative output is dependent on each artist’s individual interpretation of the board riding experience.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal">Criteria for selection will be based on 30% relevance to the theme, 40% Originality, 30% Technical Merit.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Mechanics:<o:p></o:p></b></div><div class="MsoNormal">Submit an your original photograph or 2-dimensional art representation that celebrates the surfing lifestyle. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraph"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">The artist must attach the following information upon submission of the artwork:<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Full Name<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>E-mail Address<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Contact Number<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Submission begins on October 10, 2011 and ends on October 20, 2011. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraph"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">The top 20 artworks to be displayed at the Surf and Music Festival Art Exhibit, on October 29-31, 2011 at Aliya Beach Resort, will be announced on the Aloha Boardsports Facebook page on October 24, 2011. Winners will also receive an e-mail from Aloha Boardsports. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraph"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">All photographic images must be submitted to <a href="mailto:havaianas.exhibit@yahoo.com">havaianas.exhibit@yahoo.com</a> <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>For 2-dimensional artworks and paintings, send a high quality image that best displays the work. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Initial submission may be watermarked and must be scaled at 1000pixels for judging purposes. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>You will be notified if you’ve made the cut by email.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>The top 20 artworks selected must be submitted electronically by October 23, 2011 at its highest resolution, absent of any watermark, a minimum of 250 dpi, and CYMK to be printed on Metallic paper for 16” x 20” displays. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>Alternate forms other than photographs can be any form of paint material (oil/acrylic/watercolor) or Charcoal / pen/or pencil on suitable surfaces but must stay within the size range of 16” x 20”. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><span style="font-family: 'Courier New';">o<span style="font: normal normal normal 7pt/normal 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>2-dimensional artworks must fit or approximate roughly within the dimensions of 16”x20” to be displayed on an easel. <o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="line-height: normal; margin-left: 72.0pt; mso-add-space: auto;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">All Participants whose artwork will be chosen will be given a prize package from Aloha Boardsports and Havianas. Stay tuned for further announcements about the detailed prize package.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoListParagraph"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">The Exhibit is meant to celebrate the festival and the lifestyle and not meant to be a competition. However, one image will receive a grand prize to be announced soon.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;">Each artist retains copyright of their work but allows the event organizers: Aloha Boardsports, Travel Factor, or Havaianas the right to display the work on their company websites and social networks.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;"><br />
</div><ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc"><ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="circle"><li class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1;">The images will be printed on 16” x 20” metallic prints with the contest theme matte and logos mounted on Sintra Board. These matted images may be physically displayed outside the exhibit post event to highlight and commemorate the Surf & Music Festival.<o:p></o:p></li>
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</div><div class="MsoNormalCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: normal;">Images not selected may be displayed in a organizers’ Facebook page to further commemorate the event.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">To claim the prize package, participants must print the e-mail sent by Aloha Boardsports and present a valid ID.<o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-56569988407711803062011-10-12T15:42:00.000-07:002011-10-13T15:09:51.556-07:00Indoor and available light samples with the Pentax Q<div style="text-align: left;"><span id="goog_1736526733"></span><span id="goog_1736526734"></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Camera Evolved. From my early roots with the 84' Pentax Program Plus, onto the many cameras used for work and pleasure, the Q has arrived.<br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">Sometimes, there are moments where you don't want to lug around a bulky SLR, but an opportunity may arise where you may need that shot. As a spot journalist, chances come on the fly, and there have been times where a point and shoot or a phone cam leave you un-equipped. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">I came across Johnny Rockets in Eastwood Mall, and the American memorabilia left me nostalgic remembering late night burgers on Melrose Ave,, Hollywood California. I wanted to preserve the experience for a possible travel feature. I needed a camera that was discrete, compact, and capable of the job. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">The following are available light images shot with the PENTAX Q.</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Standard Prime exhibiting shallow depth of field.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I wanted to preserve the ambiance of the restaurant and its background, so I attempted to shoot the dancing waiters with a delayed shutter speed knowing it may introduce action blur. I found the result far more pleasing than any other camera in this size range.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">When shooting people under available light only, the face my present with unflattering shadows. To avoid this I extended the pop up flash (which dramatically reduces Red eye, without the need for the pre flash.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dramatic wide views using the Fisheye Lens.</td></tr>
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</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-73300347840608776782011-10-06T20:13:00.000-07:002011-10-07T02:31:17.715-07:00Pentax Launches the Pentax Q in Manila, Philippines<iframe allowtransparency="true" src="//www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fsurfdoc.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F10%2Fpentax-launches-pentax-q-in-manila.html&send=false&layout=standard&width=450&show_faces=true&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=80" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="border: none; height: 80px; overflow: hidden; width: 450px;"></iframe><br />
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Last October 5, 2011 Supereast Asia (Official Pentax Distributor for the Philippines) launched the "Q", the world's smallest interchangeable lens camera for our local market.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photojournalist Mark Dimalanta shares his thoughts on the Q <br />
(photo courtesy of www.hardwarezone.com.ph)</td></tr>
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I was onsite as the guest speaker for the event and was very pleased to share my experiences with the new "Q" for all the media and celebrity guests in attendance.<br />
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As a photojournalist for the Travel and Surf Industry, I'm often carrying way too much gear. Far often the weight and excess of gear has stripped the enjoyment of photography. The Q offers a powerful system that can hide in your pocket, or the palm of your hand and has singlehandedly restored the "fun" in photography.<br />
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I have always been a fan a small mirror-less cameras for their compact size and non-obtrusive appearance. My experiences with the Olympus Pen have been very satisfying, but the size and weight of the micro 4/3rds camera often had me yearning for an alternative.<br />
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My prayers were answered with the Q.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From my oldest camera to my newest camera, Photography has always been about the experience. The Q adds an entirely new chapter...</td></tr>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I wanted to see if the Q and a selection of primes was up to the task of covering one of my travel assignments.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I am also the senior photographer for Billabong, here in the Philippines and I traveled with some of the Billabong team riders to Siargao Island for the recent Billabong Pro Junior. Here are a collection of photos shot with the Q. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">RVCA and Billabong team riders checking in and stressing over the board bag fees</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">RVCA ambassador Okoy Rojo, and Billabong's Jay R Esquivel sending final texts before takeoff</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jerry Deegan, owner of Sagana Resort on Cloud 9, Siragao Island</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View of Rock Island from Ocean 101 Resort, Siargao Island</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shemi and Idan, surfers from Israel enjoying a Siargao sunset</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I am seldom in a self portrait, or have my photo taken by others simply because the image never turns out right. <br />
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In this case, I was very pleased because I set the camera in "auto-everything" and my non-photographer friend yielded a fairly decent shot in an extremely difficult lighting condition. The ISO performance, the SR mechanism, and the low noise were all very impressive.</td></tr>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Images shot Jpeg because I wanted to emulate how an enthusiast would use this camera. I'm happy to say that I am more than impressed with the results. They far exceeded my expectations. Because the Q is a system and not simply a point and shoot, it proves to be extremely versatile.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">More Images to follow with a complete wrap up and summary of my thoughts. These images were scaled down for easy loading and blog purposes, for Higher resolution Samples please visit this <a href="http://surfdoc.smugmug.com/Other/Pentax-Q-1400-pixel-samples/19385747_NNKpx5#1516014695_ffFGpHW">gallery</a> for further EXIF info and the ability to download for inspection. If someone really wanted to pixel peep, send me a message and i'll send you the original file.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Part 2: Indoor use (coming soon)</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-66654766439740996142011-10-05T18:59:00.000-07:002011-11-27T22:02:43.807-08:00Steve Jobs, Rest in Peace 1955-2011<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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From my early adoption of the Apple IIe, floppy discs, and green monitors to my ultra portable Apple IIc, then moving light years ahead to my ipods, and iMacs to Mac Book Pros... <br />
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We can happily say, that your time on this green earth increased progress and productivity for the better.<br />
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Your life made my life better. Rest in Peace.mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-54372484980563279042011-09-23T02:48:00.000-07:002011-11-27T22:09:34.775-08:00Highlights from the Billabong Pro Junior in Cloud 9, Siargao Island<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowtransparency="true" src="//www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fsurfdoc.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F09%2Fhighlights-from-billabong-pro-junior-in.html&send=false&layout=standard&width=450&show_faces=true&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=80" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="border: none; height: 80px; overflow: hidden; width: 450px;"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A few sample shoots while shooting from the reef out on cloud 9. This was the final day before the layover and the surf continued to drop. Sometimes mother nature giveth and taketh away. Nonetheless, the wave when on, is a perfect machine like right hand slice of heaven...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Having the presence like that of an enforcer, Paul John is one of the many well respected locals from the Philippines showing that Pinoy surfers can compete against an international field. After taking out several international names and sealing his spot into the prize money level, Paul John was asked what he would do with his guaranteed minimum 600.00 USD prize? (more so, if he wins the entire event)<br />
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John Paul simply stated in a soft spoken, gentle tone... "I am happy with my performance, proud of my fellow pinoy surfers, and if I win, I would like to use the money to continue my schooling."<br />
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With so much temptation and vices where you can easily blow your hard earned prize, Paul John humbled me with his simple statement of wanting to further improve himself over any short lived pleasures.<br />
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On a small island, where the average daily salary earns barely a few hundred pesos per day, Paul John shows giant wisdom for his youth. He makes me proud to be pinoy and extremely proud that he rides under the Freesurf label and Billabong Asia.<br />
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Congrats Pare, Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Image ©2011 Mark Dimalanta for Billabong</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-30674386454931901602011-09-19T03:51:00.000-07:002011-09-19T03:55:32.165-07:00Billabong Team Rider Jay R Esquivel just won the Siargao National Comp Juniors 2011<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 14px;"></span><br />
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<center>Image Shot with a<a href="http://www.pentaximaging.com/slr/K-5/"> Pentax K5</a> and DA* 16-50 f2.8 on Location Cloud 9 Pier, Siargao Island Philippines. ©2011 Mark Dimalanta Photo for Billabong Asia.</center></div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-60107038159157367062011-09-14T20:33:00.000-07:002011-10-06T19:38:13.787-07:00The Philippine Surfing representatives to compete in the Cloud 9 National and Billabong Pro Junior<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMBgV6YgB5RU7qzRvcBB9kuuFM1StT6w8SrGML19cn6Am5jiL_cwuqSnj0IGB_8_Ffb4OuLLCeode1RH-LnwjxmlSEoM-xO8M_rrCbLggnYN1xflj8a20uu0d0N_WHGyGdT0ey/s1600/mark+dimalanta+photo-0525.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMBgV6YgB5RU7qzRvcBB9kuuFM1StT6w8SrGML19cn6Am5jiL_cwuqSnj0IGB_8_Ffb4OuLLCeode1RH-LnwjxmlSEoM-xO8M_rrCbLggnYN1xflj8a20uu0d0N_WHGyGdT0ey/s1600/mark+dimalanta+photo-0525.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Philippine Team: (L-R: Philmar Alipayo, Okoy Rojo, Nilvie Blancada, Wilmar Melindo, Sadam Faraon, JayR Esquivel, Arkipo Figuron, Pete Pete Alipayo, and Paul John Alipayo)</div>mark dimalantahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12255613157995691789noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26705946.post-78194290237083047752011-09-12T21:37:00.000-07:002011-09-13T08:08:15.932-07:0014-year-old Jay-R Esquivel becomes the youngest Filipino surfer to ever sign with the Premier Surf Label, Billabong.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowtransparency="true" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" src="//www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?app_id=219792361411103&href=http%3A%2F%2Fsurfdoc.blogspot.com%2F2011%2F09%2F14-year-old-jay-r-esquivel-becomes.html&send=false&layout=standard&width=450&show_faces=true&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=80" style="border: none; height: 80px; overflow: hidden; width: 450px;"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-KlBbKmru4U9NFQn9iFFrmW4lyPctWOBAb76Tl-1vwEhNlWOTobxtigVdo_v9QTo3sW4uzoBTAEWjKSL4wu8dg00b9tz2kd6HmT8PR5HpqnyFZR4P1lyfzJohBkDJYfSLlAiA/s1600/mark+dimalanta+photo-2+for+aloha+web.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-KlBbKmru4U9NFQn9iFFrmW4lyPctWOBAb76Tl-1vwEhNlWOTobxtigVdo_v9QTo3sW4uzoBTAEWjKSL4wu8dg00b9tz2kd6HmT8PR5HpqnyFZR4P1lyfzJohBkDJYfSLlAiA/s1600/mark+dimalanta+photo-2+for+aloha+web.jpg" /></a></div><br />
(Manila, Philippines September 2011) Recognized for his natural surfing ability, Jay-R Esquivel has been given the honor of representing Billabong, -One of the largest and most influential apparel brands in the action sports industry. He is only the second Filipino athlete in history to be given such acclaim within a niche industry, first being Luke Landrigan in 2009, and both hailing from the small beach town of San Juan, La Union. Although penetrating the surfing culture late in the game, Filipinos are rapidly proving they can compete in the sport and his sponsorship means the world is taking notice.<br />
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In a country where basketball is king, despite the Filipino being vertically challenged, enter Jay-R, who demonstrates pure surfing talent in a pint-sized package. Surfing since the age of 7, this 4-ft wonder mastered the wave in front of his home in San Juan, La Union. Possessing “new school” acrobatics and veteran smooth style, Jay-R readily demonstrates that Filipinos have arrived and are being recognized for their natural ability to surf. <br />
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As with any other kid lucky enough to live on the beach and skateboard when the surf goes flat, Jay-R admits that he is “always dreaming of surfing epic hollow waves.” When given the chance this shy teen of very few words lets his surfing do the talking by taking top honors and winning the Billabong Occy Grom Comp in 2010. <br />
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A grommet (young surfer) that used to aspire for greatness by hand drawing the twin wave logo on his boards now takes center stage as one of Billabong’s official team riders. Witness Jay-R elevate his game and wave the Philippine flag as he competes against an international cast of the world’s top young talent, at the Billabong Pro/Junior this September 21-28, 2011 at Cloud 9, Siargao Island.<br />
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<b>Freesurf, Inc.<br />
</b>Freesurf, Inc. is the sister company of Aloha Boardsports, and is the exclusive distributor of Billabong products in the Philippines. Billabong is the world leader in manufacturing action sports apparel, and specializes on surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, and wakeboarding apparel and accessories. Freesurf, Inc. is opening the first Billabong flagship store in Powerplant Mall in Rockwell in April 2011. Freesurf, Inc. is also the distributor of brands such as Nixon watches and apparel, Von Zipper eyewear and apparel, and Sector 9 and Dakine products.<br />
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<b>Aloha Boardsports<br />
</b>Aloha Boardsports, Inc. is a dynamic retail company with the commitment to carry brands true to the spirit of the surf and skate culture. As surfers and skateboarders ourselves, we recognize the need for functional as well as fashionable apparel and high performance equipment. With a keen eye, we bring in international surf and skate labels that local consumers would want and would be proud to own. We choose our products wisely, distribute our products strategically and sell them reasonably – all the while keeping our edge, so that Aloha Boardsports remains a breath of fresh air in the retail industry.<br />
Aloha Boardsports is distinguished by its passion and dedication not just to the sports but also to its communities. The pure enjoyment of board-riding, shared experiences among people, and the raw energy of nature inspire Aloha to embrace freedom, vitality, and authenticity not just as an ideal but as a lifestyle.<br />
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