Tamron SP 350mm
Tele-Macro Catadioptric.
7 elements in 4 groups
Angle of view 7 degrees
MOD 1.1m (43.3in.)
Max mag ratio 1:2.5
Diam 86mm (3.4"), Length 74.5mm (2.9"), Weight 577grams (20.4oz)
82mm filter thread.
30.5mm filters optional to screw onto rear element thread.
Tripod ring can be rotated through 90 degrees.
Reversible screw in type lens hood.
Accepts SP 2x Tele-converter model 01F
(details from old Tamron catalogue circa '83- I'll check for anything more up to date)
Hope that helps.
The 500mm version, model 55B received a face-lift and became model 55BB which still featured in my most recent catalogue from just a few years ago.
I rate Tamron lenses very highly, I'm sure you'll be pleased with the results.
Regards
Simon
You should go for the Adaptall-2 mount - quoting from the old brochure, "Previously, shutter preferred cameras required a seperate mount for each lens with a different maximum aperture. With the new Adaptall-2 System, one mount fits all lenses, regardless of maximum aperture, regardless of SLR system."
Essentially, the newer version allows exposure information to be exchanged between the lens and the camera body, thus enabling full program operation, much like the difference between K and KA lenses.
Adaptall-2 lenses however do not have the internal chip found in Pentax KAF lenses and therefore the program sub-modes (tele, standard and wide) can't be utilized as the camera only 'knows' the aperture set and not the focal length.
.....oops, sorry misread your last post - it's 2 l's!
regards mark
Hi Mark, I would really appreciate having a magazine review of this lens scanned and emailed to me. Please send it to me at this address: [email protected]. Many thanks!!!
Regards
Simon
I'm just curious, what camera will you be using?
I've used my Tamron lenses firstly on my MeSuper and MV, then my SFX and currently my Z1-P.
Despite losing a few of the camera's auto functions, the lenses perform admirably and demonstrate not only their own quality but also the benefits of Pentax advanced cameras with older manual lenses.
As with Pentax lenses, you can combine Adaptall 2 lenses with the Pentax 1.7x AF adapter if you wish, giving you a really flexible 'best of both worlds' approach.
As for the Pentax 1.7x AF adapter, I would definitely give that a try if one came up on ebay again for a reasonable price. I love manual-focus lenses but the -F lenses I have started to use have been impressive (50mm f1.7 in particular) and have saved me time on product shots. Also, if I use Pentax-F lenses with the Pentax Browser software then it gives me all the info for every photo (focal length, aperture, shutter, compensation etc.). Very cool!
Kimbo, do you have any booklets about the Vivitar Series 1 24-48mm zoom from around 1980? This lump of metal and glass will be appearing on ebay soon but I am finding out as much info as I can in the meantime.
Regards,
Simon
They testeted it quite good (that's why I bought it).
I sold it only because I got a Tamron SP 5.6/300 macro and a Tamron 8/500.....
Paul
Kimbo, I will be mostly trying/using the Adaptall II (PKA) on my Pentax *istD - I find that changing the aperture on the camera body whilst in hyper program on the *istD is a real time saver. I guess that this should work ok!(?)
Kimbo, do you have any booklets about the Vivitar Series 1 24-48mm zoom from around 1980? This lump of metal and glass will be appearing on ebay soon but I am finding out as much info as I can in the meantime.
Simon,
I've never used a *istD but I would imagine the adaptall II would function just like any Pentax KA lens (except possibly for the direction you turn the focussing ring!)
I don't have any literature on the Vivitar but I do know that the series 1 are pretty darned good and often compete with Tamron for the top places when tested.
Thanks for all the info on the Tamron SP 350mm everyone! Once I receive the Adaptall PKA mount I will update this posting with any negative/positive findings.
Regards,
Simon
Regards,
Simon
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20 years
Surrey
I have one of these mirror lenses and have taken some back garden shots with it, it appears to be a fine lens (for a non-Pentax that is), I will test it again when I can get out and about properly.
The thing is though, I have been trying to find any information regarding this lens on the web but can't find any info at all. So, once again, i am seeking information from fellow Pentax Users who may have experience of this 'chubby' lens, it does seem to be uncommon so not sure if anyone can help here .
Thanks!
Simon