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Pentax FA Series Lenses

Continuing our journey exploring the various series from Pentax, John Riley reaches the FA & FA J Series of lenses. John looks into the history of these full-frame offerings of which include some still in production to this day, along with a few other models that have been modernised.

Posted 18/12/2024 - Articles

HD Pentax-D FA 21mm f/2.4 ED Limited DC WR Lens Review

John Riley reviews the premium full-frame HD 21mm f/2.4 Limited lens from Pentax. How does this beautiful lens measure up, John shares MTF & CA Charts, along with sample photos and his verdict.

Posted 25/11/2024 - Reviews

Battle of the 43mm Lenses - Leica vs Pentax

John Riley compares the Leica Q3's 43mm lens with the SMC Pentax-FA 43mm f/1.9, both lenses designed to match the same view as the human eye. John provides test charts for both lenses, sample photos and his verdict.

Posted 09/03/2025 - Articles

Request for entries to Monthly competition

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Wireless remote control compatible with Pentax K3.3

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April Goths

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One from today

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Totnes on Wednesday.

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Comparison of the K5iis and the K3 Mkiii - your views please

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Bluebell time and a different perspective on it.

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Gave my MZ-5 an outing loaded with July 1989 FP4 --

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