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Here we go!
Is Auto-AF point selection just on the K5 or also on the older bodies :?: K10D certainly can, so I imagine the K20D can too. The switch is on the back of the camera. Not sure about the -x/-r.
Posted by ChrisA on 21/12/2011 - 09:33
Here we go!
Is Auto-AF point selection just on the K5 or also on the older bodies :?: K10D certainly can, so I imagine the K20D can too. The switch is on the back of the camera. Not sure about the -x/-r. Thanks Chris. I should have known that :oops: but always manually set it, normally on centre point.
Posted by Hyram on 21/12/2011 - 10:54
Which Telephoto Lense to choose
What's your budget and do you need to go as far as 300mm? If not consider the excellent Pentax 50-135 The 55-300 sounds like a good lens - never tried one - however you might want to consider a few other lenses too. The excellent 50-135 2.8 from Pentax is one option and the 50-150 2.8 from Sigm...
Posted by vrapan on 23/12/2011 - 08:53
Is there still a Pentax lens you covet ?
As a long time Pentax user, from 1972, to be exact, I have desired many different Pentax cameras and lenses. Over the years, I have acuqired many, but not all, of my desires. The latest was when the K7 came out, I am now thinking about the K5. But I am hearing rumours of it's replacement. ...
Posted by Galoot on 23/12/2011 - 16:12
Is there still a Pentax lens you covet ?
A long time ago I had a K20mm f4 stolen (along with other items including an ME) whilst I was staying at Bath Youth Hostel. This lens was one of those sold as tested by RG Lewis (I think I still haver their test report on it.) It was truly pin sharp, great contrast and so on. I replaced it with th...
Posted by JAK on 02/01/2012 - 01:27
SRS - great again
You may have read on previous threads problems I thought I was having with AF at long distances with the Sigma 150-500mm. I took it in to SRS and Chris confirmed there seemed to be a problem, No problem sending it back and a good deal on a hire lens to boot in the meantime ;-)
Posted by dcweather on 23/12/2011 - 19:01
K-r and fisheye crop factors
Thanks, I did like the look of the Samyang, and whilst it lacks auto focus, i was rather hoping the lack of AF would be compensated by the DOF.
Posted by amama on 26/12/2011 - 18:35
K-r and fisheye crop factors
Thanks, I did like the look of the Samyang, and whilst it lacks auto focus, i was rather hoping the lack of AF would be compensated by the DOF. If you set focus around 1.5-2m @ f/8 everything will be within the immense DOF of the lens, unless you're shooting up real close. John
Posted by johnwhit on 26/12/2011 - 19:14
K-r and fisheye crop factors
I know about the samsung lens, but it is almost impossible to find- every google result comes back with a 'not in stock' message. If you can tell me where I can purchase it, i will be forever in your debt haha :)
Posted by amama on 28/12/2011 - 02:06
New walkaround lens for Sri Lanka
Hi all, I'm off to Sri Lanka in a little over 6 weeks. I desperately need some advice about what lenses to consider. I'm using a k10D with the kit lens and a 50mm f/1.7. I'm looking for something that will give me a good increase in IQ, isn't too bulky so that I'm constantly worried about it g...
Posted by johnieutah on 28/12/2011 - 19:55
New walkaround lens for Sri Lanka
hello was in new zealand 2 years ago, took tamron 17-50/2.8, sigma 70-200/2.8, fish 8/3.5, a50/2.8 macro and 50/1.4. shoot nature and animals, but no people. had backpack 6,5kg of photo gear, never regret a single gram of weight. off to sri lanka in 10 days, planing to take both zooms, add 15/4 ...
Posted by jane7l on 28/12/2011 - 22:20
New walkaround lens for Sri Lanka
Be aware that the DA17-70 is SDM only; if you're still on the original firmware for the K10D, you need to update it or the DA17-70 will be manual focus only. I think that the same applies to the 18-135, but not sure. Other advise will be to test the new lens before you go; if you happen to get a ...
Posted by sterretje on 29/12/2011 - 01:40
New walkaround lens for Sri Lanka
The 17-70 is a great lens, but it is quite a big heavy lens, much chunkier and heavier than the 18-135. MIne lives on my K-5 and I do the bulk of my photography with it. It can hunt for focus on occasion, but it has never been enough of a problem for me to want to swap it for something else. ...
Posted by Gwyn on 29/12/2011 - 15:41
New walkaround lens for Sri Lanka
I guess this thread is made for my input, given I have owned the DA17-70, DA55-300 & Tamron 17-50; and I live in Sri Lanka.:lol: Re. the lenses - I always found the 55-300 a very useful range (prior to upgrading to an f2.8 lens) and a decent performer. And it's remarkably small given the focal le...
Posted by Dr. Mhuni on 30/12/2011 - 11:11
DA* 16-50 Woes
This was my first lens when I got into photography in 2008, so I was pretty inexperienced. I was never really happy with the results I was getting and I had a few images fail IQ with Alamy as SOLD. I put this down to my poor technique, and some of it probably was. However after a lay off I hav...
Posted by SteveT on 29/12/2011 - 12:54
DA* 16-50 Woes
I have a Pentax 17-70 which was back-focusing more than the K-5 could adjust. I sent it in to Johnsons, and they sorted it out, charged me 120 quid. Top tip: if you're going to join Pentax User Plus in order to get the 20% off servicing at Johnsons, get a written quotation from them BEFORE tel...
Posted by ChrisA on 29/12/2011 - 13:36
teleconvertor for Sigma 70-300 apo dg etc
I would urge you not to fit a TC on this lens. You will find that image quality is destroyed, unless you get a very expensive TC, which from judging by your 'the cheaper the better' statement is probably not on the cards. Given that AF almost certainly will not work in anything but the very bright...
Posted by davidstorm on 31/12/2011 - 00:40
teleconvertor for Sigma 70-300 apo dg etc
Hmmmm, I did think that may be the answer. The new big lens is at the back of the purchasing queue unfortunately, but thanks for the pointers.
Posted by ivandobski on 31/12/2011 - 10:25
Difficulty fitting old lens to Pentax K-X
Hope you can help. Have had a good look around and can't see this topic covered elsewhere - however apologies if I missed it. My Dad has finally relinquished his K1000 and bought a new K-X [£317.00 on Amazon]. He wants to use his old PK-A fit lenses on the new camera but these do not lock into place...
Posted by GaryJohn on 01/01/2012 - 15:59
Difficulty fitting old lens to Pentax K-X
I am back in Winchester in a couple of days. Gary
Posted by JForeigner on 01/01/2012 - 20:17
