SMC PENTAX-M MACRO 100mm f4

Hi All,

Any users of the 100mm macro f4 out there with advice one way or the other ?

I am exploring macro options without spending a fortune, would prefer a macro lens to extension tubes. Any advice welcome .

I'm still using tubes with a 50mm M 1.7 and getting some decent results, but a dedicated lens would probably be better.

I haven't used one myself, but the Tamron SP90 adaptall gets consistently good reviews and there are plenty on Ebay for around £80-£100, maybe less if you are patient.

That's probably where I would go next unless I can find a Vivitar Series 1 105mm or clone at an affordable price.

I used to own a Pentax 100mm f4 macro - excellent quality, but it was noticeably darker in the viewfinder than the f2.8.

Keep an eye out on here, there have been a couple of good value macros sold lately!

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LennyBloke

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Thanks geordie01 replied.


Lennybloke..the f2.8 would be nice if a tad expensive at the moment...but if anybody has got a secondhand one..could be tempted ?

The Tamron 90 and Sigma 105 also fit the bill with good reviews but again as "new" are probably out of budget at the moment.

I've had a look at ebay completed listings and it appears that Geordie01's price is very fair!

If I was dipping my toe in the water with quality macro I wouldn't hesitate to buy this lens - my view is that if it doesn't suit you, you can always list it on here again. Just my tuppeneth

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LennyBloke

the older 90/2.5 lens is a beauty

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K-1 K-01 Q-7
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Very good macro lens indeed. I'd used it and satisfied with the result.

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