Pentax FA* 85mm f/1.4 for sale - £699 @ WY Cameras
Posted 09/07/2017 - 08:10
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If a PU forum member is interested in this, I've an unused Sigma 85mm F1.4, boxed I'd sell for £675 inc delivery.
Chris
www.chrismillsphotography.co.uk
" A Hangover is something that occupies the Head you neglected to use the night before".
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K1 - Sigma 85mm F1.4, Pentax DFA 150 -450 F4.5 / 5.6, Pentax DFA* 24 - 70 F2.8
Samyang 14mm F2.8, Pentax DFA* 70-200 F2.8, Pentax A 50mm F1.2
K3iii + K3ii + K5iis converted to IR, Sigma 17 - 70 F2.8, Pentax 55 - 300 F4.5 / F5.6 PLM
www.chrismillsphotography.co.uk
" A Hangover is something that occupies the Head you neglected to use the night before".
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K1 - Sigma 85mm F1.4, Pentax DFA 150 -450 F4.5 / 5.6, Pentax DFA* 24 - 70 F2.8
Samyang 14mm F2.8, Pentax DFA* 70-200 F2.8, Pentax A 50mm F1.2
K3iii + K3ii + K5iis converted to IR, Sigma 17 - 70 F2.8, Pentax 55 - 300 F4.5 / F5.6 PLM
Posted 09/07/2017 - 09:23
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But a very good shout - the Sigma has HSM as well as still being a smashing performer. I wonder how they fare head to head?
But a very good shout - the Sigma has HSM as well as still being a smashing performer. I wonder how they fare head to head?
All the gear with no idea
Posted 09/07/2017 - 10:48
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From the reviews I've read, I'd be very surprised if the Sigma isn't better in every way.
Pentax hybrid user - Digital K3, film 645 and 35mm SLR and Pentax (&other) lenses adapted to Fuji X and Panasonic L digital
Fan of DA limited and old manual lenses
Fan of DA limited and old manual lenses
Posted 10/07/2017 - 20:15
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Jonathan-Mac wrote:
From the reviews I've read, I'd be very surprised if the Sigma isn't better in every way.
From the reviews I've read, I'd be very surprised if the Sigma isn't better in every way.
Shameless plug out of the way, anyone interested 😉 in the Sigma 85mm F1.4 ?
I can upload or send images if need be, but it's boxed, perfect condition with caps and all literature.
Chris
www.chrismillsphotography.co.uk
" A Hangover is something that occupies the Head you neglected to use the night before".
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K1 - Sigma 85mm F1.4, Pentax DFA 150 -450 F4.5 / 5.6, Pentax DFA* 24 - 70 F2.8
Samyang 14mm F2.8, Pentax DFA* 70-200 F2.8, Pentax A 50mm F1.2
K3iii + K3ii + K5iis converted to IR, Sigma 17 - 70 F2.8, Pentax 55 - 300 F4.5 / F5.6 PLM
www.chrismillsphotography.co.uk
" A Hangover is something that occupies the Head you neglected to use the night before".
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K1 - Sigma 85mm F1.4, Pentax DFA 150 -450 F4.5 / 5.6, Pentax DFA* 24 - 70 F2.8
Samyang 14mm F2.8, Pentax DFA* 70-200 F2.8, Pentax A 50mm F1.2
K3iii + K3ii + K5iis converted to IR, Sigma 17 - 70 F2.8, Pentax 55 - 300 F4.5 / F5.6 PLM
Posted 10/07/2017 - 22:53
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Re that Pentax 85mm, why would the aperture ring be missing the detents between apertures? I can only think the lens has been disassembled cack-handedly and the ball bearing has been lost. I'd want to inspect the lens before parting with money for it.
A brand new Samyang 85mm for c.£200-300 might be a better buy, it certainly doesn't get bad reviews.
FWIW, there's a used UK Sigma on eBay BIN or make offer currently for £549, said to be in excellent condition.
A brand new Samyang 85mm for c.£200-300 might be a better buy, it certainly doesn't get bad reviews.
FWIW, there's a used UK Sigma on eBay BIN or make offer currently for £549, said to be in excellent condition.
John K
Posted 10/07/2017 - 23:01
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JAK wrote:
Re that Pentax 85mm, why would the aperture ring be missing the detents between apertures? I can only think the lens has been disassembled cack-handedly and the ball bearing has been lost.
Re that Pentax 85mm, why would the aperture ring be missing the detents between apertures? I can only think the lens has been disassembled cack-handedly and the ball bearing has been lost.
Good observation. The lens has been disassembled which isn't a good sign. I wouldn't go for it personally.
All the gear with no idea
Posted 10/07/2017 - 23:04
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HarisF1 wrote:
Good observation. The lens has been disassembled which isn't a good sign. I wouldn't go for it personally.
JAK wrote:
Re that Pentax 85mm, why would the aperture ring be missing the detents between apertures? I can only think the lens has been disassembled cack-handedly and the ball bearing has been lost.
Re that Pentax 85mm, why would the aperture ring be missing the detents between apertures? I can only think the lens has been disassembled cack-handedly and the ball bearing has been lost.
Good observation. The lens has been disassembled which isn't a good sign. I wouldn't go for it personally.
Agreed, not at that price/condition.
John K
Posted 11/07/2017 - 16:17
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JAK wrote:
Agreed, not at that price/condition.
HarisF1 wrote:
Good observation. The lens has been disassembled which isn't a good sign. I wouldn't go for it personally.
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Re that Pentax 85mm, why would the aperture ring be missing the detents between apertures? I can only think the lens has been disassembled cack-handedly and the ball bearing has been lost.
Re that Pentax 85mm, why would the aperture ring be missing the detents between apertures? I can only think the lens has been disassembled cack-handedly and the ball bearing has been lost.
Good observation. The lens has been disassembled which isn't a good sign. I wouldn't go for it personally.
Agreed, not at that price/condition.
Or it may have been "de-clicked" for video purposes - not unknown for videography enthusiasts
LennyBloke
Posted 11/07/2017 - 16:31
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Probably a Canon user It's a good thing Pentax don't do video or all our SH lenses would have been de-clicked
Should be worth more if it was professionally de-clicked
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Should be worth more if it was professionally de-clicked
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Algi
Posted 11/07/2017 - 23:39
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Well its now showing as out of stock so presumably someone's purchased it (it wasn't me this time.)
I'd considered the de-click might have been for video purposes, but don't most people who do video use a zoom?
I'd considered the de-click might have been for video purposes, but don't most people who do video use a zoom?
John K
Posted 12/07/2017 - 07:42
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Your forgetting that most photographers are brainless idiots who think nothing of destroying a classic lens for a feature that they will hardly ever use. They could buy pre-set lenses which aren't clicked and they can often set a STOP at the aperture they want to stop at..... much better
Just search Ebay for "de-clicked lens"
This makes my blood boil......
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Minolta-MC-ROKKOR-58mm-f1-2-legendary-multicoated-fast...
Notice he doesn't mention the de-clicking in the main body.
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Just search Ebay for "de-clicked lens"
This makes my blood boil......
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Minolta-MC-ROKKOR-58mm-f1-2-legendary-multicoated-fast...
Notice he doesn't mention the de-clicking in the main body.
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Pentax K-1 + K-5 and some other stuff
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Posted 12/07/2017 - 08:43
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Algernon wrote:
Your forgetting that most photographers are brainless idiots who think nothing of destroying a classic lens for a feature that they will hardly ever use.
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Your forgetting that most photographers are brainless idiots who think nothing of destroying a classic lens for a feature that they will hardly ever use.
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I seem to have not made that as clear as I intended. I meant to say photographers that use makes other than Pentax and are very busy butchering lenses to fit their junk cameras etc.
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Posted 12/07/2017 - 10:48
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OK OK I admit it I declicked an M 50mm f1.7
Please do not think bad of me !!
Please do not think bad of me !!
Posted 12/07/2017 - 10:51
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Pentax should de-click all new lenses..... so video people don't have to
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Pentax K-1 + K-5 and some other stuff
Algi
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Here's a decent-ish deal for someone looking for a top portrait lens. This copy isn't in fabulous shape but is probably £200 cheaper than the usual 'good shape' versions. It comes boxed (send that box my way for £10 + postage!) so that helps a bit too.
Hood, caps included.
Cheers.