WTB: Cheap Macro lens
Posted 05/02/2013 - 21:02
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I don't have a macro lens for sale but what I do have and will sell is a
'PANAGOR AUTO MACRO CONVERTER' which goes to 1:1
I t may not be the ideal macro solution but it's most certainly a comparatively inexpensive introduction to macro-solution. It comes boxed with a case, full instructions and in pristine condition. Used with a standard 50mm lens you can achieve 1:1 magnification. It is fully manual focusing but as it's an M42 screw mount, with an m42 lens you should be able to use AV-mode on your Pentax digital. You will of course however need an M42 to Pk mount converter as well. You can have it for £30.00 posted if you like.
See here, this link may give you an idea of what I'm talking about.
Regards......
'PANAGOR AUTO MACRO CONVERTER' which goes to 1:1
I t may not be the ideal macro solution but it's most certainly a comparatively inexpensive introduction to macro-solution. It comes boxed with a case, full instructions and in pristine condition. Used with a standard 50mm lens you can achieve 1:1 magnification. It is fully manual focusing but as it's an M42 screw mount, with an m42 lens you should be able to use AV-mode on your Pentax digital. You will of course however need an M42 to Pk mount converter as well. You can have it for £30.00 posted if you like.
See here, this link may give you an idea of what I'm talking about.
Regards......
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Posted 05/02/2013 - 21:12
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Thanks for that but I am really looking for something like the SMC 100mm f4 macro if I go for a manual option,
Dave
Dave
Posted 05/02/2013 - 21:32
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That's alright Dave.
As it happens I've got the SMC Pentax-A 100mm f4 macro, the Viv Series 1 105mm f2.4 and Cosina 100mm AF f3.5 often affectionately referred to by some as the 'yogurt cup' or 'plastic fantastic' because of it's flimsy build.
If I'm honest I don't need three macro lenses ( it's an LBA thing ) but they all have different qualities so I'm loathe to part with any of them. The point I wanted to make however is, the latter of the three I mentioned can usually be had for the least outlay and comes in various guises: Vivitar, Cosina, Phoenix, Exakta & Voigtlander and IMHO they are superb value for the money.
Anyway, good look with your search and best wishes...
As it happens I've got the SMC Pentax-A 100mm f4 macro, the Viv Series 1 105mm f2.4 and Cosina 100mm AF f3.5 often affectionately referred to by some as the 'yogurt cup' or 'plastic fantastic' because of it's flimsy build.
If I'm honest I don't need three macro lenses ( it's an LBA thing ) but they all have different qualities so I'm loathe to part with any of them. The point I wanted to make however is, the latter of the three I mentioned can usually be had for the least outlay and comes in various guises: Vivitar, Cosina, Phoenix, Exakta & Voigtlander and IMHO they are superb value for the money.
Anyway, good look with your search and best wishes...
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Posted 05/02/2013 - 21:48
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Thanks for the info, Are you sure you don't wish with any of those 3?!
Best Regards
Dave
Best Regards
Dave
Posted 05/02/2013 - 22:06
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Posted 05/02/2013 - 23:00
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Posted 05/02/2013 - 23:28
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Blincodave wrote:
Thanks for the info, Are you sure you don't wish to part with any of those 3?!
Just at this moment I think not, but I suppose everyone has their price and doubtless I too could maybe be persuaded.Thanks for the info, Are you sure you don't wish to part with any of those 3?!
If you don't get sorted then ask me again and we'll see!!!
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Posted 06/02/2013 - 09:10
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I have an A series, 35-80 f3.5 Macro that is surplus to requirement.
Optically, looks very good, cosmetically good, but a little "loose" on focusing.
And it would meet you "cheap" requirement.
Optically, looks very good, cosmetically good, but a little "loose" on focusing.
And it would meet you "cheap" requirement.
Posted 06/02/2013 - 09:14
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Posted 06/02/2013 - 09:41
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Defragged wrote:
That's alright Dave.
As it happens I've got the SMC Pentax-A 100mm f4 macro, the Viv Series 1 105mm f2.4 and Cosina 100mm AF f3.5 often affectionately referred to by some as the 'yogurt cup' or 'plastic fantastic' because of it's flimsy build.
The point I wanted to make however is, the latter of the three I mentioned can usually be had for the least outlay and comes in various guises: Vivitar, Cosina, Phoenix, Exakta & Voigtlander and IMHO they are superb value for the money.
The Cosina is indeed excellent value for money, mine (the MF version) only cost £50, but as is often the case came without the matching adapter so only reaches 1:2 rather than the full 1:1.
That's alright Dave.
As it happens I've got the SMC Pentax-A 100mm f4 macro, the Viv Series 1 105mm f2.4 and Cosina 100mm AF f3.5 often affectionately referred to by some as the 'yogurt cup' or 'plastic fantastic' because of it's flimsy build.
The point I wanted to make however is, the latter of the three I mentioned can usually be had for the least outlay and comes in various guises: Vivitar, Cosina, Phoenix, Exakta & Voigtlander and IMHO they are superb value for the money.
Mike
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Pentax:K5ii, K7, K100D, DA18-55, DA10-17, DA55-300, DA50-200, F100-300, F50, DA35 AL, 4* M50, 2* M135, Helicoid extension, Tak 300 f4 (& 6 film bodies)
3rd Party: Bigmos (Sigma 150-500mm OS HSM),2* 28mm, 100mm macro, 28-200 zoom, 35-80 zoom, 80-200 zoom, 80-210 zoom, 300mm M42, 600 mirror, 1000-4000 scope, 50mm M42, enlarger lenses, Sony & micro 4/3 cameras with various PK mounts, Zenit E...
Far to many tele-converters, adapters, project parts & extension tubes etc.
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Pentax:K5ii, K7, K100D, DA18-55, DA10-17, DA55-300, DA50-200, F100-300, F50, DA35 AL, 4* M50, 2* M135, Helicoid extension, Tak 300 f4 (& 6 film bodies)
3rd Party: Bigmos (Sigma 150-500mm OS HSM),2* 28mm, 100mm macro, 28-200 zoom, 35-80 zoom, 80-200 zoom, 80-210 zoom, 300mm M42, 600 mirror, 1000-4000 scope, 50mm M42, enlarger lenses, Sony & micro 4/3 cameras with various PK mounts, Zenit E...
Far to many tele-converters, adapters, project parts & extension tubes etc.
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Posted 06/02/2013 - 11:03
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petrochemist wrote:
I have the Pentax version of this lens and it works really well with extention tubes, in fact it's hard to tell the difference between photos taken with this and the DFA 2.8.Defragged wrote:
That's alright Dave.
As it happens I've got the SMC Pentax-A 100mm f4 macro, the Viv Series 1 105mm f2.4 and Cosina 100mm AF f3.5 often affectionately referred to by some as the 'yogurt cup' or 'plastic fantastic' because of it's flimsy build.
The point I wanted to make however is, the latter of the three I mentioned can usually be had for the least outlay and comes in various guises: Vivitar, Cosina, Phoenix, Exakta & Voigtlander and IMHO they are superb value for the money.
The Cosina is indeed excellent value for money, mine (the MF version) only cost £50, but as is often the case came without the matching adapter so only reaches 1:2 rather than the full 1:1.That's alright Dave.
As it happens I've got the SMC Pentax-A 100mm f4 macro, the Viv Series 1 105mm f2.4 and Cosina 100mm AF f3.5 often affectionately referred to by some as the 'yogurt cup' or 'plastic fantastic' because of it's flimsy build.
The point I wanted to make however is, the latter of the three I mentioned can usually be had for the least outlay and comes in various guises: Vivitar, Cosina, Phoenix, Exakta & Voigtlander and IMHO they are superb value for the money.
I think the colour rendition of the 3.5 is richer than the 2.8 (except when used on the K20D) I also think the 3.5 is sharper.
I'd probably sell the 2.8 before I'd sell the 3.5.
Posted 06/02/2013 - 18:12
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Now sorted thanks!
Posted 06/02/2013 - 18:33
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I have the Cosina 100mm manual focus lens too and it took me nearly a year of searching ebay to find the 1.1 adaptor. The lens feels cheap and looks cheap but produces great images, I've hardly used the adaptor as I love using the lens for portraits. Been toying with the idea of selling the lens and adaptor but just can't bring myself to do it as I won't get such great image quality again for such a low price.
Lee
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