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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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.
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Gary Wolstenholme reviews the new HD Pentax-DA 20-40mm f/2.8-4 Limited DC WR lens - the first Limited edition zoom lens from Pentax.
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Pentax DA* 60-250mm f/4 ED [IF] SDM telephoto zoom lens.
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the compact Pentax HD Pentax-DA 21mm Limited lens for Pentax DSLRs.
John Riley reviews the compact and weather-sealed 55-300mm telephoto zoom lens for Pentax DSLRs.
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