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SIGMA LENSES
This is always tricky as the real question will be will the lens suit you. The only way to be sure is to try it, although reviews can be your guide. As a generality, I'd prefer less zoom range as the quality is probably better and the aperture at the long end perhaps more realistic. Also consider...
Posted by johnriley on 20/11/2016 - 21:32
SIGMA LENSES
Hi Andrew, Thanks for your views. All 3 lenses I have give cracking quality results and given all views, here and elsewhere, I reckon I will probably take all 3 lenses. The 10-20 is particularly good for landscapes and that will be a great lens in Australia. Thanks once again. AndrewThis is alway...
Posted by User_removed on 21/11/2016 - 18:22
Digiscope adaptor
No but I have digiscoped birds with various cameras and my Swarovski scope. This Pentax product is simply a fixed aperture (f12.5) adaptor to connect your DSLR to the scope. This is not tecnically digiscoping. See here: http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/29-welcomes-introductions/282034-digiscopin...
Posted by Blincodave on 30/11/2016 - 17:53
Digiscope adaptor
No but I have digiscoped birds with various cameras and my Swarovski scope. This Pentax product is simply a fixed aperture (f12.5) adaptor to connect your DSLR to the scope. This is not tecnically digiscoping. See here: http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/29-welcomes-introductions/282034-digiscopin...
Posted by RobL on 30/11/2016 - 22:03
SDM lens & K30 camera
I have a DA300 F4 and tele adapter for sale on the classifieds. Both will work with your K30. The ultrasonic focus motor is connected to your camera via the two 'powerzoom' (purpose some years back) contacts inside your mount ring.
Posted by wvbarnes on 25/11/2016 - 23:39
SDM lens & K30 camera
I have a DA300 F4 and tele adapter for sale on the classifieds. Both will work with your K30. The ultrasonic focus motor is connected to your camera via the two 'powerzoom' (purpose some years back) contacts inside your mount ring. Thanks, Bill. I have a Pentax 1.4x converter and am now awaiting de...
Posted by unhappysnapper on 28/11/2016 - 12:40
K20D CAMERA
Hello and welcome, some good advice already given above by Davem. I would tend to agree with Dave in that you should look for a decent zoom which covers a fairly wide focal range, the Pentax DA18-55 (otherwise known as the 'kit lens' as it was provided with many camera bodies when purchased new) is...
Posted by davidstorm on 01/12/2016 - 21:34
Old or Not Quite So Old lens Comparison
Here's my latest blog on EPZ: https://www.ephotozine.com/user/johnriley1uk-22471/blog/which-lens--old-or-new--11358 These comparision images date back some way and may not be as technical as my lens reviewing is now, but I thought interesting anyway. The lenses compared are: SMC Pentax-A 24-50...
Posted by johnriley on 05/12/2016 - 10:36
Glass for a K1
The 50mm is probably the easiest one. You have a choice between the SMC Pentax-FA 50mm f/1.4 and the SMC Pentax-FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited lenses. I prefer the latter for its overall quality. The 35mm can be met by the SMC Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited, an excellent lens. The 24mm is trickier, but S...
Posted by johnriley on 06/12/2016 - 15:45
Glass for a K1
Will be interested to see what you think of it. I had a glance at your Flickr page a while back and thought you were getting some decent pictures with the Fuji gear though, it certainly gave a different "look" to the shots ... so much so I even toyed with the idea of buying one.
Posted by Mike-P on 09/12/2016 - 21:27
Glass for a K1
Will be interested to see what you think of it. I had a glance at your Flickr page a while back and thought you were getting some decent pictures with the Fuji gear though, it certainly gave a different "look" to the shots ... so much so I even toyed with the idea of buying one. To be fair I have...
Posted by edin_togger on 09/12/2016 - 23:20
Glass for a K1
Well I received the K1 that I ordered from WEX as an "open box" which was cheaper, although if I keep the K1 I'm tempted to return it and use the SRS offer to buy a new one instead (and support SRS). Initial thoughts are that the body is excellent, seems well laid out, nice to use and the new fan...
Posted by edin_togger on 11/12/2016 - 12:49
Honest thoughts on the 28-105?
I've been having a few troubles with the 24-70 even using AF adjust its just not as sharp as I'd expect given the price and I'm weighing up the alternative. Can you return it or get it checked under warranty? At the price they are it should be more than fantastic. Mind, basically the 24-70 is a re...
Posted by JAK on 17/12/2016 - 01:09
pentax 150-450
Hi I am seriously considering buying this lens.Can anyone who has one tell me how the focus on the actual lens works and if good too use I have a K3
Posted by royd63uk on 20/12/2016 - 20:52
pentax 150-450
Its not a bad lens, can be hit or miss wide open in terms of sharpness. Not quite as sharp as the DA*300mm, but equals it with the 1.4x tele I reckon. The biggest issues I've had photographing wildlife is the Bokeh effect/out of focus areas are not as clean/nice as with the DA*300mm, and of course...
Posted by NeilP on 21/12/2016 - 08:28
pentax 150-450
Hi John Wildlife mainly as I live near to an estuary, I have the sigma 150-500 (which I will now sell) , but I find it needs really good light to perform well. Neil, I have heard the bokeh is very good and it is a fast focussing lens ( I will soon find out).Haven't got the t/c yet perhaps in th...
Posted by royd63uk on 21/12/2016 - 08:38
pentax 150-450
Hi Roy, I got mine in the Black Friday sales a year ago and not regretted it one bit. I use it on my K3-II and occasionally K30 and find the focussing is usually quick and accurate, particularly when using back button focussing. A fine lens. Alan
Posted by AlB on 21/12/2016 - 09:16
pentax 150-450
Hi Alan Thanks for that, never tried back button focus, must have a go.
Posted by royd63uk on 21/12/2016 - 09:41
Wide Angle - Which Lens
A useful wide to medium telephoto zoom is the Pentax 16-85 (great newish lens) to which you could use Gwyn's advice for wider vistas. Nothing really wrong with the Sigma 10-20 and 8-16 but the Pentax 12-24 is recognised by the camera to auto correct jpegs. Mind, if you normally shoot raw that isn't...
Posted by JAK on 22/12/2016 - 23:14
Wide Angle - Which Lens
There's always the Blue Peter approach, make your own with a bit of sticky back plastic. ESII with home made pinhole!
Posted by JAK on 23/12/2016 - 14:15
