Tamron for Pentax
Posted 21/08/2011 - 22:51
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tyronet2000 wrote:
Now the stupid question: Are these lenses designed for use on a Pentax camera without any other adapter eg. Adaptall 2 P/KA ?
Yes, they are. You do not need an adapter of any kind. (Provided you buy the Pentax mount version of the lenses, of course).
Now the stupid question: Are these lenses designed for use on a Pentax camera without any other adapter eg. Adaptall 2 P/KA ?
My Flickr • Pentax K-5 • K-5 II • Sigma 8-16mm F/4.5-5.6 DC HSM • Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD ASL • SMC Pentax-DA* 50-135mm F/2.8 ED [IF] SDM • SMC Pentax-DA 55-300mm F/4-5.8 ED • SMC Pentax-DA 18-135mm F/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] WR • Vivitar 100mm F/3.5 Macro AF • Metz Mecablitz 58 AF-2
Posted 21/08/2011 - 23:00
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Mike-P wrote:
If you are going for the current AF version then no, there is nothing else to buy.
That's what I was assuming. The Adaptall 2 version would only be available 2nd hand, but it's just as well you clarified!
If you are going for the current AF version then no, there is nothing else to buy.
My Flickr • Pentax K-5 • K-5 II • Sigma 8-16mm F/4.5-5.6 DC HSM • Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD ASL • SMC Pentax-DA* 50-135mm F/2.8 ED [IF] SDM • SMC Pentax-DA 55-300mm F/4-5.8 ED • SMC Pentax-DA 18-135mm F/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] WR • Vivitar 100mm F/3.5 Macro AF • Metz Mecablitz 58 AF-2
Posted 21/08/2011 - 23:44
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tyronet2000 wrote:
Thanks for the rapid replies. Yes it is the new versions I'm going for, can't wait now
I don't blame you. I'm still saving the cash for a macro lens myself, and have no regrets about purchasing an ultra-wide.
Thanks for the rapid replies. Yes it is the new versions I'm going for, can't wait now
My Flickr • Pentax K-5 • K-5 II • Sigma 8-16mm F/4.5-5.6 DC HSM • Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD ASL • SMC Pentax-DA* 50-135mm F/2.8 ED [IF] SDM • SMC Pentax-DA 55-300mm F/4-5.8 ED • SMC Pentax-DA 18-135mm F/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] WR • Vivitar 100mm F/3.5 Macro AF • Metz Mecablitz 58 AF-2
Posted 25/08/2011 - 22:18
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The only caveat might be that for about half the price or less of the latest Tamron 90mm macro you could get the Adaptall SP version + Pka adaptor which would be optically pretty much the same. No autofocus but you might be manually focusing for macro anyway. Just a thought.
Posted 26/08/2011 - 07:27
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dcweather wrote:
The only caveat might be that for about half the price or less of the latest Tamron 90mm macro you could get the Adaptall SP version + Pka adaptor which would be optically pretty much the same. No autofocus but you might be manually focusing for macro anyway. Just a thought.
I have considered the Tamron P/KA Adapter, and was assuming this could be used with any Tamron Adaptall lens, but have seen very few P/KA Adapters for sale and the price is about £60 on ebay. Also a bit wary of buying used lenses, with a shop I can take it back easier if faulty. The only caveat might be that for about half the price or less of the latest Tamron 90mm macro you could get the Adaptall SP version + Pka adaptor which would be optically pretty much the same. No autofocus but you might be manually focusing for macro anyway. Just a thought.
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Posted 26/08/2011 - 16:35
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Yes - there is a slight risk. The adaptors seem to be about £45 these days but are in fairly short supply and yes you are right they can be used with all the Adaptall lenses. I think it's always best to do what you are most confident with.
Posted 26/08/2011 - 18:30
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Pentaxophile wrote:
I am toying with the idea of selling my Tamron 90 (AF). Excellent lens, but I'm just not doing any macro, and have just bought a fast tele.
I suppose like all beginners I have a bad case of lens lust that's why I'm looking at the cheaper options till I decide what I want to do in photography. I think I'm a bit long in the tooth to become a "General Specialist". Also the "financial controller" doesn't like creepy crawlies.I am toying with the idea of selling my Tamron 90 (AF). Excellent lens, but I'm just not doing any macro, and have just bought a fast tele.
Were you toying with a price and does it have the p/ka adadpter
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Now the stupid question: Are these lenses designed for use on a Pentax camera without any other adapter eg. Adaptall 2 P/KA ? That would be another £60+ on the price so not such a bargain.
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