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Some sound responses thus far. I found myself in a similar situation earlier this year - I wanted something wider than my DA* 16-50. I looked at the lenses mentioned as well as the sigma wide angle zooms. I was leaning towards the Pentax 12-24 but read about issues using filters on such a large diameter lens - I may have had to upgrade to larger square filters to accommodate. I tend to use filters much of the time at wide angles which makes it difficult to stitch together panoramas for slow shutter speeds. I would be tempted with the 15ltd or the 21ltd as small walkabout lenses - but when I shoot landscape I'll have tripod and other gear so most of the time will shoot with the 16-50 zoom as the incremental weight/size is negligible. For walkabout I currently have M28/2.8, DA 40 and M50/1,4 - I'd like something wider - for a time I thought the 15 but now I'm leaning towards the 21 as it'll be a walkabout lens and not a landscape. NB most of my walkabouts are in London and other cities. For wide angle without the fish-eye effect - I think the K1 with the 15-30 would be idea but that's a lot of money and weight. For now I'm staying with my K-3.

If have just picked up a DA* 50-135 from a forum member and must say that the initial results are very good indeed. I have a DA* 16-50 too as the WR element of these lenses is important to me.

DA 50-135 arrived safely and was well packaged
Thanks Pawel for a smooth and easy transaction
Regards
David

I do not know how to send a PM, or perhaps I am too new to the forum to be able to do that.

Is the k-5 ll and the 2 x WR lenses still for sale?

How much are you looking for (k-5 ii + 18-55 WR & 50-200 WR as a bundle)?

Is the lens the WR version?
Thanks

Hi - I have been using an Olympus Pen (micro four thirds) for the last 3 years, which increasingly better results. I have two lenses 14-14 and 40-150 (representing 18-300 in 35mm format). I have also come to understand the limitations of my current system and will be moving to a Pentax DSLR. Reasons for Pentax - I have an elder brother who has used Pentax since film days (last 30 years). I am attacted by the waterproof bodies (more later). Value for money and for some reason I tend to stay clear of the 'popular' brands in many walks of life.

Looking back of my photos my type of photography - landscapes, kids sports - rugby, cricket and surfing, and portrait shots. I have many 'good' photos at 28mm (although I wish they could be wider), 75mm, 90mm and 250mm focul lengths (all quoted in 35mm terms). I am also starting to dabble at video with the sports.

I have yet to 'pull the trigger' and buy the Pentax and I have done far too much internet research!

I have held the k-5 and loved the feel. I was leaning towards the k-5 & 18-135 but was hesitant due to the video aspect.

Now the short list is k-30 or k-50 - with either twin WR kits lenses 18-55 & 50-200 or WR 18-135. With that would be a 50mm prime - unsure on the manual or auto at this stage (depends on funds).

Standing on the touch-line at rugby in all weathers I would feel happier with the WR setup. Standing knee deep in the sea in Cornwall trying to catch that surfing sillouette against the setting sun WR would be good again against any random splashes.

K5-II I think is more camera than I need right now, this being my first DSLR although the Olympus has similiar functions. Having siad that it represents good value. By the way did I say that the shutter lag on the Olympus is annoying and the lack of a view finder a hinderance too.

I have the opportunity to buy in New York, at a reputable store B&H, and save around £200 on the twin lens k-50 setup - but I am worried about the warranty should anything go amiss.

I do live pretty close to SRS - that's where I bought my Olympus. One thought is to trade it in there and have the piece if mind of a local-ish UK dealer. Other kit like the tripod is obviously transferrable.

Apologies for the long "welcome" post but here I am and on the cusp of the purchase.