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Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 11/04/2008 - 11:20
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Clarky,
You know George is right, he's always right
If I hadn't just shelled out for the Sigma (poor substitute) I'd have a go at it.
That lens is arguably one of the finest on this planet, and the next. As the advert goes, If Carlsberg made lenses, they'd probably make this one.
I look forward to seeing some images from it soon
Regards,
Pete: I have my heart set on a K20 with the sigma 180mm macro and as much as i would love to get my hands on Robs 200mm star, I must resist the temptation Clarky,
You know George is right, he's always right
If I hadn't just shelled out for the Sigma (poor substitute) I'd have a go at it.
That lens is arguably one of the finest on this planet, and the next. As the advert goes, If Carlsberg made lenses, they'd probably make this one.
I look forward to seeing some images from it soon
Regards,
Tell you what if you sell me your 180mm you can then buy the lens of your dreams, it would look magnificent at the head of your impressive list of glass
Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 11/04/2008 - 11:11
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For those, like Clarky, who are struggling to justify, or dissuade theirselves from pursuing, a particular cours of action, these words may be of interest:
The Psychic Cost of Opportunity Lost
http://www.catallaxis.com/2005/03/the_psychic_cos.html
The author means psychological, not psychic, but the idea that you should consider what else you might spend your money on if you avoid a contemplated purchase, and its psychological cost, merits profound consideration.
And there's more. Think of the psychological impact on friends and loved ones. Think of the glow which will fill Mrs Clarky's heart when she perceives the smile on Clarky's little face as he opens the parcel.
Clarky, you owe it to Mrs C to buy this lens.
G
Mrs C would put my Bs in a sling if i did For those, like Clarky, who are struggling to justify, or dissuade theirselves from pursuing, a particular cours of action, these words may be of interest:
The Psychic Cost of Opportunity Lost
http://www.catallaxis.com/2005/03/the_psychic_cos.html
The author means psychological, not psychic, but the idea that you should consider what else you might spend your money on if you avoid a contemplated purchase, and its psychological cost, merits profound consideration.
And there's more. Think of the psychological impact on friends and loved ones. Think of the glow which will fill Mrs Clarky's heart when she perceives the smile on Clarky's little face as he opens the parcel.
Clarky, you owe it to Mrs C to buy this lens.
G
George you would make a great used car salesman.
But i'm not convinced................................... Yet
Nimitz: Sell my Bigma .........never
Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 11/04/2008 - 08:09
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But don't listen to me. Listen to what your heart is telling you.
In twenty years time, as you accept your lifetime achievement award for superior macrography, you'll remember this moment, and how you almost let the opportunity slip from your grasp.
G
I have my fingers in my ears and i can't hear you Clarky wrote:
STOP IT GEORGE
I have just closed my E-Bay window and won't be opening it up again until the the cravings subside
They'll never subside. Pass this by, and you'll always regret it. You know what I say is true, Clarky. This lens has your name on it. You've worked for it, you deserve no less, and fate has kindly offered it to you on a plate.STOP IT GEORGE
I have just closed my E-Bay window and won't be opening it up again until the the cravings subside
But don't listen to me. Listen to what your heart is telling you.
In twenty years time, as you accept your lifetime achievement award for superior macrography, you'll remember this moment, and how you almost let the opportunity slip from your grasp.
G
Im going outside for a smoke now
Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 11/04/2008 - 02:29
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You NEED this lens, Clarky.
Go, go, go.
G
STOP IT GEORGE Clarky wrote:
So close but a little too far i'm afraid
Ask for credit. Sell the car/wife's wedding ring/barbie/whatever.Quote:
For those unfamiliar with it, this and the AF successor are amongst the highest regarded Pentax lenses of all.
It's a must for you, though, Clarky. You may never get the chance again. You'll certainly never get a better macro lens. And I think the way you are going, you'll live up to it. In fact, soon, you'll NEED it.
Explain the significance to the boss, and promise no more lenses for two years. She'll come round.
Good luck.
Its very tempting George And what makes it all the more appealing is he lives just 15minutes up the road. Clarky wrote:
Mannesty wrote
Another Aussie forum member (distudio) has one listed on E-bay at the moment. But its a little out of my price range
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SMC-Pentax-A-Macro-1-4-200mm-ED-KA-mount-Lens-Collar_W0QQitemZ120243677574QQihZ002QQcategoryZ4688QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
If I had a few spare greenbacks at present I would bid. But sadly I don't.Mannesty wrote
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My holy grail was a Pentax 200mm Macro
My holy grail was a Pentax 200mm Macro
Another Aussie forum member (distudio) has one listed on E-bay at the moment. But its a little out of my price range
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SMC-Pentax-A-Macro-1-4-200mm-ED-KA-mount-Lens-Collar_W0QQitemZ120243677574QQihZ002QQcategoryZ4688QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
For those unfamiliar with it, this and the AF successor are amongst the highest regarded Pentax lenses of all.
It's a must for you, though, Clarky. You may never get the chance again. You'll certainly never get a better macro lens. And I think the way you are going, you'll live up to it. In fact, soon, you'll NEED it.
Explain the significance to the boss, and promise no more lenses for two years. She'll come round.
Good luck.
So close but a little too far i'm afraid
You NEED this lens, Clarky.
Go, go, go.
G
I have just closed my E-Bay window and won't be opening it up again until the the cravings subside
Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 11/04/2008 - 02:20
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For those unfamiliar with it, this and the AF successor are amongst the highest regarded Pentax lenses of all.
It's a must for you, though, Clarky. You may never get the chance again. You'll certainly never get a better macro lens. And I think the way you are going, you'll live up to it. In fact, soon, you'll NEED it.
Explain the significance to the boss, and promise no more lenses for two years. She'll come round.
Good luck.
Its very tempting George And what makes it all the more appealing is he lives just 15minutes up the road. Clarky wrote:
Mannesty wrote
Another Aussie forum member (distudio) has one listed on E-bay at the moment. But its a little out of my price range
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SMC-Pentax-A-Macro-1-4-200mm-ED-KA-mount-Lens-Collar_W0QQitemZ120243677574QQihZ002QQcategoryZ4688QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
If I had a few spare greenbacks at present I would bid. But sadly I don't.Mannesty wrote
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My holy grail was a Pentax 200mm Macro
My holy grail was a Pentax 200mm Macro
Another Aussie forum member (distudio) has one listed on E-bay at the moment. But its a little out of my price range
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SMC-Pentax-A-Macro-1-4-200mm-ED-KA-mount-Lens-Collar_W0QQitemZ120243677574QQihZ002QQcategoryZ4688QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
For those unfamiliar with it, this and the AF successor are amongst the highest regarded Pentax lenses of all.
It's a must for you, though, Clarky. You may never get the chance again. You'll certainly never get a better macro lens. And I think the way you are going, you'll live up to it. In fact, soon, you'll NEED it.
Explain the significance to the boss, and promise no more lenses for two years. She'll come round.
Good luck.
So close but a little too far i'm afraid
Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 11/04/2008 - 02:12
Mannesty wrote
Another Aussie forum member (distudio) has one listed on E-bay at the moment. But its a little out of my price range
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SMC-Pentax-A-Macro-1-4-200mm-ED-KA-mount-Lens-Collar_W0QQitemZ120243677574QQihZ002QQcategoryZ4688QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Quote:
My holy grail was a Pentax 200mm Macro
My holy grail was a Pentax 200mm Macro
Another Aussie forum member (distudio) has one listed on E-bay at the moment. But its a little out of my price range
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SMC-Pentax-A-Macro-1-4-200mm-ED-KA-mount-Lens-Collar_W0QQitemZ120243677574QQihZ002QQcategoryZ4688QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 11/04/2008 - 01:51
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Just post me the lens instead. Gwyn wrote:
According to the Sigma site they don't. Could be a long wait if you order one
They do make the 180mm in Pentax fit though.
My Sigma 180mm Macro is winging it's way from SRS (I hope) and should be here any day. If I get any decent results to at least match Clarky's, I'll post them.According to the Sigma site they don't. Could be a long wait if you order one
They do make the 180mm in Pentax fit though.
So the 180mm you are getting is it a new version : The reason i ask is i have spoken to my local camera house and he tells me the reason i can't find one in Aust is because they are waiting for the new version to come out some time this month. But i can't find anything on the web about a new version :
Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 10/04/2008 - 19:11
http://www.ephotozineshop.com/product/default.aspx?sku=1007376
I wasn't aware Sigma made the 150mm macro in the Pentax mount
Looks interesting if not a little on the heavy side.
I wasn't aware Sigma made the 150mm macro in the Pentax mount
Looks interesting if not a little on the heavy side.
Comment by Clarky posted on Sigma 150mm macro at 10/04/2008 - 17:51
Love the look on the face of #3. Good capture
Comment by Clarky posted on Couple of NQ birds at 11/04/2008 - 12:20
Clarky,
What with the Aussie low import taxes, you could have a punt on:
http://tinyurl.com/68hy5r
You guys sure know how too get me going