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Lens Options?
There are always lots of older Manual focus lenses for sale. If you learn how to use the camera with these they can save you a bundle! I have a limited budget and works for me!
Posted by MX veteran on 29/01/2008 - 14:35
Lens Options?
Ok thanks, Im looking on the net now and alot are sigma and say for nikon or canon are they not universal? Do they have to say pentax to fit? Yes it must say Pentax Fit. I would suggest a KA type or newer (has an 'A' setting on the aperture ring) as this will maintain all the automatic functions...
Posted by beakynet on 29/01/2008 - 15:23
Lens Options?
For a £100 budget, I suggest looking on ebay or the web for: Pentax 50-200mm, or the Samsung equialent (virtually the same thing). or Tamron 70-300mm Di LD The 50-200 is wonderfully compact and lightweight. The Tamron is larger, but slightly sharper (up to 200mm), and also has a larger m...
Posted by iceblinker on 29/01/2008 - 15:40
Lens Options?
I managed to get a nearly new Samsung 50-200 lens for 90 quid from eBay. It's a very nice lens although not the widest of apertures. What is nice is its size and weight, both are very modest although it extends when you zoom or close focus which is irritating but I can live with it. The Samsung l...
Posted by mikew on 29/01/2008 - 21:25
Pentax SMC A* 4.0/300mm
Hi Gwyn, I think it is ''tripod collar'', you were looking for :) It's the 4.0 version. without collar. And manual focus. The 400 USD seems resonable to me, or am i mistaking now. :? Martin.
Posted by Malo1961 on 29/01/2008 - 21:47
New 55, 60-250, and 17-70 Announced
Whats the point in the new 15mm with the DA 14mm already out That costs £500, and this 15mm is limited, probably faster.. gona set people back alot.
Posted by ikillrocknroll on 30/01/2008 - 17:08
New 55, 60-250, and 17-70 Announced
Whats the point in the new 15mm with the DA 14mm already out That costs £500, and this 15mm is limited, probably faster.. gona set people back alot. It'll be a must-have lens. For people with a Bentley in the garage. G
Posted by George Lazarette on 30/01/2008 - 21:05
New 55, 60-250, and 17-70 Announced
Theres a proposal the new 15mm will be a pancake, of ultra high quality, f/1.4 and set us back £1500.... Hahahah Seriously though, I am quite interested as to what it will turn out to be, and maybe the pancake is correct; it would make sense to complete the DA primes, 15, 21, 40, 70.
Posted by ikillrocknroll on 30/01/2008 - 21:16
16-50 new arrival
Have you won the pools, Clarky? Anyway, have fun. G Spending all my X-mas cash and gift vouchors George :wink: And i am not finished yet either, so while i am here i will get your opinion as well as the forums on another lens i have been looking at. I was very close to getting the DA 50...
Posted by George Lazarette on 30/01/2008 - 15:27
How Does Lens Coating Affect Colour?
Tony and George, You're absolutely correct with regard to the prints. I just talked to the kids at the mall and they said it's out of their hands - the developing machine is on full auto - they can't override it. Peering at the negatives, I don't see huge differences - in fact, I can't see ANY! ...
Posted by Mac on 30/01/2008 - 22:19
New Sigma Lenses for Pentax with HSM
I think it is only these two that will (maybe) work with SDM http://www.dpreview.com/news/0801/08013105sigma7020050150aps.asp If the camera (like the Ds, or K100) can't use SDM then you have an expensive manual focus lens. You would certainly need a porter or two to carry the (really ugly :shock...
Posted by Gwyn on 31/01/2008 - 16:04
New Sigma Lenses for Pentax with HSM
I was showing some interest in the 70-200 but if its only going to be manual focus on the K10 that interest has evaporated :? Can anyone clarify this :?:
Posted by Clarky on 31/01/2008 - 16:19
New Sigma Lenses for Pentax with HSM
The impression I have got from Sigma is that if the camera supports SDM (K100D. K10D, K200D and K20D + Samsung varieties) then these will support the HSM in these new lenses. It appears that if the camera doesn't support SDM then they will not focus automatically - i.e the 'screwdriver' focus is...
Posted by Chris@SRSWATFORD on 04/02/2008 - 16:59
Review for DA* 200mm SDM
Have just read the whole review - strikes me that Pentax might have been just a bit lazy with the design... :wink: Appears to be no improvement at all on my FA* 200mm other than SDM and quick shift focus!
Posted by spirit_of_will on 18/02/2008 - 19:11
Review for DA* 200mm SDM
The lens may work full-frame, but as far as I know there exists no KAF2-mount full-frame or 35mm body that could make use of both the SDM and the large image circle. So manual focus only.
Posted by SilverJON on 21/02/2008 - 00:29
Anyone bought from these Guys (Ebay)??
I'm hoping to get to the States later on this year and was thinking of getting some gear over there but I'm also not sure if the warranty is good if bought abroad. Pentax US will generally convert any US warranty into a worldwide one for you. They did when I bought an analogue SLR in Alberquerque a ...
Posted by Gwyn on 07/02/2008 - 18:15
Anyone bought from these Guys (Ebay)??
Hi, They are Canadian and have really good feedback. I have never had experience with them but their prices are always tempting me. My personal opinion is that their record is what is holding me back from buying from them. I'd have another look at your conclusion if I was you. (of course if I w...
Posted by photo*ist on 08/02/2008 - 01:43
Anyone bought from these Guys (Ebay)??
And don't forget to include the ratings that were withdrawn which in a lot of cases are just blackmail, (withdraw the neg or you don't get your goods or your money back). Here use this program it will allow you to only view thier negs and neutrals
Posted by Clarky on 08/02/2008 - 07:41
Anyone bought from these Guys (Ebay)??
Hi Robby, the only thing holding me back from getting the Sigma was that it seems to be a bit hit and miss quality wise. There's some debate over how sharp it is as well. Although they do seem to be VERY popular lenses so they can't be all that bad (and people do tend to enjoy moaning about thing...
Posted by MarkMorb on 08/02/2008 - 13:42
Anyone bought from these Guys (Ebay)??
And don't forget to include the ratings that were withdrawn which in a lot of cases are just blackmail, (withdraw the neg or you don't get your goods or your money back). Here use this program it will allow you to only view thier negs and neutrals Thanks for that excellent link Clarky. Whe...
Posted by photo*ist on 08/02/2008 - 18:41
