Anything to be gained
I'll go and see if I can find out in a moment.
So there could be a difference in performance, or at least in the characteristics.
Now we know the lenses are different we need someone who has tried them both in a critical way.
Alternatively, if you can, own both for a while and then sell on the one you like least.
Nigel
https://www.pentaxuser.com/forum/topic/fast-28-30mm-lens-comparison-27374
I think that the main difference between the F28 and FA28 is the effect of the aspherical elements on the bokeh.
Although it's heavily subjective, I find the bokeh of the FA28 can be a bit harsh/busy on occasion, but depending on what you will use it for, this may not be an issue. I much prefer the Sigma 30/1.4 for its bokeh and rendering.
The thing that has always confused me about the way people hold the F28/2.8 in high regard is that I believe it is optically identical to the A28/2.8 and M28/2.8, which usually get pretty mediocre reviews.
The FA28 is a nice lens and from what I've seen/read, I'd be surprised if the F28 offered anything other than subtle improvements over it.
http://www.bdimitrov.de/kmp/lenses/primes/wide-angle/index.html
http://stans-photography.info/LongComments.html#General Discussion of 28 mm
http://stans-photography.info/BriefComments.html#28 mm f/2.8 FA AL
I have the FA-28 at the moment and like it a lot, but not as much as the FA35/2
John
I like to use it as a general walk about lens, carried along with either 55 1.4, and/or the Ashai Pentax 135 2.5.
I had even considered the 31Ltd and wandered if I would have seen an improvement if used in the following pictures. Maybe it is more about getting the best out of what I have, and generally improving technique. Either way I would be interested in your comments.
Portraits...
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I know I have posted quiet a few, but hoped to give a feel for usage and level of incompetency.
Nigel
I really don't know what I'm talking about but all those shots look good to me - they're sharp in the right places and soft where necessary. I think the lens seems to have character. It's a personal thing but I really don't like some of these modern lenses that are just sharp all the way through - the pictures are fine but they don't seem to have depth or convey any feeling.
I'll shut up now,
Kind regards
Charlotte
I really don't think I'd get rid of a lens that gave me bokeh like the bokeh you've got in no.9 !
I really don't know what I'm talking about but all those shots look good to me - they're sharp in the right places and soft where necessary. I think the lens seems to have character. It's a personal thing but I really don't like some of these modern lenses that are just sharp all the way through - the pictures are fine but they don't seem to have depth or convey any feeling.
I'll shut up now,
Kind regards
Charlotte
I have to agree, it is easy to think there is something better. This lens is lovely to use, the added bonus is that some of my personal favourites since buying the K5, have been taken with it.
Nigel
You could maybe get more contrast from a different lens, but this is easily fixed in PP anyway.
Best wishes
David
It is probably more of an indication that I, like some, question their own photographic ability, especially when I wander if I have an identifiable style of photography. If this is important or not, I'm not sure, but there are some of you who have a recognisable style, and I am drawn to the photographs exhibited.
It certainly is a journey, and along the way many factors compete for attention.
Beginning to ramble, so will shut up now.....
Nigel
Regards
David
Nigel
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I have had the AL for a while and am very happy with some of the photographs, but I see that the F has its praises sung.
Anyone used both and can comment?
Nigel