Decent 35mm prime for Pentax K-m
Posted 19/12/2009 - 13:56
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i'd give a vote for the FA 31mm ltd...
Its kinda nice...
Its kinda nice...
Posted 20/12/2009 - 19:07
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robbie_d wrote:
Not looking to break the bank, but will pay for quality.
I am surprised nobody mentioned the K35/3.5, or if you cant find it any of the screw mount takumar versions.Not looking to break the bank, but will pay for quality.
Image quality is staggering, and price is low.
(bokeh could be better, if this is an issue the K35/2 is better, however few 35mm lenses have great bokeh.)
Ludvik
Posted 20/12/2009 - 20:48
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A SMC Takumar 35mm f/2 went for £67 on evilbay this evening. Considerably more than my max bid! This K series version of this lens isn't very common.
K.
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Kris Lockyear
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
Posted 20/12/2009 - 20:55
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35mm lenses in general don't seem hugely common. Mind you, there might be a post-xmas flurry as people look to dispose of old gear that's been replaced by new presents...
I have a K 55mm f1.8 that I paid £8 for on impulse, I now have no intention of letting it go (a little dust, otherwise somewhere between very good and excellent)! The K series lenses are superb, and I keep a constant eye open for more. They are slightly larger than the M series but they match the DSLRs well as a result.
I have a K 55mm f1.8 that I paid £8 for on impulse, I now have no intention of letting it go (a little dust, otherwise somewhere between very good and excellent)! The K series lenses are superb, and I keep a constant eye open for more. They are slightly larger than the M series but they match the DSLRs well as a result.
Matt
Shooting the Welsh Wilderness with K-m, KX, MX, ME Super and assorted lenses.
Shooting the Welsh Wilderness with K-m, KX, MX, ME Super and assorted lenses.
Posted 20/12/2009 - 21:14
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I just have three K series lenses and they are all excellent. I have my eye out for one or two more...
Kris Lockyear
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
Posted 21/12/2009 - 07:18
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With respect to you guys suggesting a 28 that's what 42 in film speak. I find the difference between my 30 and 35 to be quite noticeable so that if he really wants the 50mm look than I think a 35 (= 52) is called for.
Mike
Mike
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You can see some of my shots at my Flickr account.
You can see some of my shots at my Flickr account.
Posted 21/12/2009 - 12:22
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This SMC-A 35mm f/2 is a bargain.... NOT!
Kris Lockyear
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
It is an illusion that photos are made with the camera… they are made with the eye, heart and head. Henri Cartier-Bresson
Lots of film bodies, a couple of digital ones, too many lenses (mainly older glass) and a Horseman LE 5x4.
Posted 21/12/2009 - 12:46
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mikew wrote:
With respect to you guys suggesting a 28 that's what 42 in film speak. I find the difference between my 30 and 35 to be quite noticeable so that if he really wants the 50mm look than I think a 35 (= 52) is called for.
That's right, but we're suggesting that Robbie thinks again whether he might in practice enjoy a wider angle more. It's just an alternative suggestion. 50mm was considered "standard" on film from habit and tradition. Some argue that around 43mm made a better standard lens on film.With respect to you guys suggesting a 28 that's what 42 in film speak. I find the difference between my 30 and 35 to be quite noticeable so that if he really wants the 50mm look than I think a 35 (= 52) is called for.
28mm lenses can be cheaper as well.
~Pete
Posted 21/12/2009 - 13:03
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I would argue that 35 was a better standard which means he could be looking for a 24? But his brief was the 50mm look. My hat's in the ring - for £235 you will not do better than the Pentax/Samsung 35/f2!
If he's local to me I would happily let him try it.
Mike
If he's local to me I would happily let him try it.
Mike
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You can see some of my shots at my Flickr account.
You can see some of my shots at my Flickr account.
Posted 21/12/2009 - 13:38
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Cheapest of all for new condition lens is the MIR 1B 37mm F2.8 (M42 screw mount). Lots available on Ebay. Impressive lens I think.
bb2
bb2
K5, K20D, Bigma, Sigma EX 105, Sigma EX 10-20, Sigma EX 28-70 F2.8, Sigma Ex 1.4TC,
Pentax 135 F3.5, Pentax 30mm F2.8 , Pentax 50mm F1.7, Pentax 55mm F1.8,
Super Taks: 35mm F3.5, 50mm F1.4, 135mm F3.5, 200mm F4
Vivitar TX 200mm F3.5,Vivitar (Komine)135mm f2.8, Vivitar 2X TC, Vivitar T4 400mm F6.3
Tamron SP 35-80,80-210 F3.8, Helios 44M, Mir 1B 37mm F2.8, Jupiter 9 85mm F2, Chinon 28mm F2.8, 3M-5A 500mm F8 etc etc
Posted 22/12/2009 - 10:43
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Do what I do...
Buy an FA28, then FA35, thinking that I would not need the FA31 Ltd....
that was an itch that had to be scratched....
Buy an FA28, then FA35, thinking that I would not need the FA31 Ltd....
that was an itch that had to be scratched....
Z-1p, K-1, P50
F50 1.7. SMC-FAs 24, 35, 50 1.4, 85, 135. HD-FA15-30, DFA24-70, D-FA*70-200. The SMC-FA Limited Trinity.
Metz 45 CL-4, AF500FTZ. AF540FGZ.
Some Mamiya and some Nikon, and a Canon T70.
F50 1.7. SMC-FAs 24, 35, 50 1.4, 85, 135. HD-FA15-30, DFA24-70, D-FA*70-200. The SMC-FA Limited Trinity.
Metz 45 CL-4, AF500FTZ. AF540FGZ.
Some Mamiya and some Nikon, and a Canon T70.
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I would second the manual focus suggestion, but try looking for the A version of the 28mm lens instead of the M version. It makes metering much simpler!
Dave