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With over 15 years in continuous production, John Riley revisits this versatile Pentax all-in-one walkaround solution. Does the Pentax 18-135mm match up to modern expectations? With sample photos, MTF & CA charts along with further reflection John provides the answers.
The potential for a DSLR revival could just be around the corner as some photographers seek more of a photographic experience over Mirrorless. John Riley compares the latter premium APS-C models released - Pentax K-3 III, Pentax K-3 II, Pentax K-3 and Pentax KP.
John Riley reviews the super versatile Pentax F 35-70mm zoom lens from the late 1980s. Easily purchased for very little expense, can this film zoom hold its own on digital sensors? John rigorously tests the lens to find out.
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An afternoon with the Pentax-A 70-210mm F/4
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Playing with the 55mm f1.8 smc lens.
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Macclesfield Canal
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Busy Bees, cropped.
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It's Summer, here are the obligatory sunflowers
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Mussel boats
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I have been somewhat absent.
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What's my SMC Pentax-A* 135mm F1.8 lens worth?
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