Lens Selection
Posted 15/01/2012 - 21:18 - Helpful Comment
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Gwyn has both, I believe.
I had a 18-135, but no longer (didn't like the edge performance). I still have a 17-70, which I'll probably keep.
The 18-135 is extremely fast and quiet to AF (by Pentax standards anyway). The fastest and quietest I've had.
I had a 18-135, but no longer (didn't like the edge performance). I still have a 17-70, which I'll probably keep.
The 18-135 is extremely fast and quiet to AF (by Pentax standards anyway). The fastest and quietest I've had.
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Pentax K-3, DA18-135, DA35 F2.4, DA17-70, DA55-300, FA28-200, A50 F1.7, A100 F4 Macro, A400 F5.6, Sigma 10-20 EXDC, 50-500 F4.5-6.3 APO DG OS Samsung flash SEF-54PZF(x2)
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Pentax K-3, DA18-135, DA35 F2.4, DA17-70, DA55-300, FA28-200, A50 F1.7, A100 F4 Macro, A400 F5.6, Sigma 10-20 EXDC, 50-500 F4.5-6.3 APO DG OS Samsung flash SEF-54PZF(x2)
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Posted 16/01/2012 - 15:18 - Helpful Comment
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Sorry only just seen this.
Yes I have both. I'm still undecided on whether or not to keep the 18-135 though.
It has very fast, quiet and accurate focussing. It has a good range, and is lightweight. The IQ is good but not outstanding, and it is prone to PF or CA (never sure what the difference is :blush.
The 17-70 is my lens of choice for serious work. The AF is not fast, and it can hunt on occasion, but the IQ is terrific. It is the one I will keep if I have to get rid of one of them.
Yes I have both. I'm still undecided on whether or not to keep the 18-135 though.
It has very fast, quiet and accurate focussing. It has a good range, and is lightweight. The IQ is good but not outstanding, and it is prone to PF or CA (never sure what the difference is :blush.
The 17-70 is my lens of choice for serious work. The AF is not fast, and it can hunt on occasion, but the IQ is terrific. It is the one I will keep if I have to get rid of one of them.
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16 years
Kilmarnock,
Ayrshire,
I bought my new K-5 body before Christmas and now I'm looking for a standard "walkabout". I was tending towards the 18-135 until I read the various comments about IQ.
I've read reviews on each, but you cant beat a side-by-side comparison.
Anyone?
Ta.