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Comment by giofi posted on FS: Sigma EX 50mm f2.8 DG Macro at 01/05/2014 - 16:02
For sale my Pentax DA 40mm Limited lens. I believe the lens does not need introductions on this Forum, it is great and the only reason I am selling it is my recent purchase of a FA 20-25 zoom.
The lens is in very good conditions and the glass is free of scratches or fungus. There are some light signs of use on the front cap and hood, and in one spot some light paint loss on the focus ring.
Please feel free to contact me and ask me any questions!
Asking price is 210 euros including shipment anywhere in the EU. Payment by Paypal please.
The lens is in very good conditions and the glass is free of scratches or fungus. There are some light signs of use on the front cap and hood, and in one spot some light paint loss on the focus ring.
Please feel free to contact me and ask me any questions!
Asking price is 210 euros including shipment anywhere in the EU. Payment by Paypal please.
Comment by giofi posted on FS: Pentax DA 40mm Limited at 01/05/2014 - 15:37
For sale my Sigma Superwide II Auto Focus 24mm f2.8 lens. I have recently bought an excellent Pentax FA 20-35 zoom, so this lens has to go!
It has heavy signs of use on its barrel (see pictures), but front and back glass and mechanics are in perfect conditions. No signs that I can see on the glass and no fungus. It comes with its original lens hood, generic front cap and Pentax back cap.
It is a great lens and I have been very happy with is.
Asking price is 165 euros including shipment to any EU country. Payment by PayPal please.
It has heavy signs of use on its barrel (see pictures), but front and back glass and mechanics are in perfect conditions. No signs that I can see on the glass and no fungus. It comes with its original lens hood, generic front cap and Pentax back cap.
It is a great lens and I have been very happy with is.
Asking price is 165 euros including shipment to any EU country. Payment by PayPal please.
Comment by giofi posted on FS: Sigma Superwide II AF 24 2.8 lens at 01/05/2014 - 15:20
I suppose there might be than one factor in that statement. If you work on your own as a photographer it might not matter, but it might otherwise. It is like saying that it does not matter what sw you use, but if you work in a company or in an environment where you need to share information, you will probably use the "standard" software. I assume it is the same in photography.
Comment by giofi posted on Completely unbiased guide to buying a DSLR.........Not! at 08/03/2014 - 08:25
JonSchick wrote:
Alistair if you like the focal length, I think you might want to check out the f3.5 versions of the lens - which are quite a step up in image quality. I also have the SMC 35/2M and that's great, but the SMC 35/2.8 is pretty decent too and cheaper when you can find it (just slightly less interesting).
+1 for the 28 3.5. This is agreat lens, and very reasonably priced.Alistair if you like the focal length, I think you might want to check out the f3.5 versions of the lens - which are quite a step up in image quality. I also have the SMC 35/2M and that's great, but the SMC 35/2.8 is pretty decent too and cheaper when you can find it (just slightly less interesting).
Comment by giofi posted on A weak lens... at 20/02/2014 - 21:23
ChrisA wrote:
I thought the D7100 was weather sealed?
According to Nikon it has the same level of weather sealing as the d800.I thought the D7100 was weather sealed?
To be fair, it was not so long time ago that we had a thread about a Pentax camera damaged by water and Pentax refusing to repair it. And we discussing about the meaning of weather sealing....
Comment by giofi posted on The Wrong Camera? at 20/02/2014 - 14:44
Yes, that Forum is quite positive to Pentax, I would add quite positive in general. Lots of people who like photography and have multiple systems, often M43 is the light travel kit.... That is why I find it peculiar the obsession on this Forum about other brands. I think it would be good for Pentax and the Forum if open discussion would be allowed....
Comment by giofi posted on MU43 appreciation at 08/02/2014 - 16:36
RalphHardwick wrote:
That's what I thought too, lots of clichés! Smeggypants wrote:
£2,500 is nothing for the tools of a professional.
Anyone not convinced by Full Frame yet check these by a chap I know ....
http://www.bendavisphotography.com/
I can see why Gary has gone Full Frame.
I've a feeling "when" Pentax release a FF camera I'm going to be wanting one.
Did I notice a few HDR and milky waterfall images in that lot::£2,500 is nothing for the tools of a professional.
Anyone not convinced by Full Frame yet check these by a chap I know ....
http://www.bendavisphotography.com/
I can see why Gary has gone Full Frame.
I've a feeling "when" Pentax release a FF camera I'm going to be wanting one.
Comment by giofi posted on Silver K3 still available at 05/02/2014 - 10:36
richandfleur wrote:
Are you sure they were not painted in the past? (genuine question)johnriley wrote:
I've never seen one of these in the flesh, so to speak. Is the silver finish paint on metal or something else? It would nice to think it might be anodised as chrome finishes used to be, but I guess that would be too expensive now.
That's the issue right there. Previously the body was silver because that was the colour of the materials used to construct it. These days however paint seems to feature more prominently...I've never seen one of these in the flesh, so to speak. Is the silver finish paint on metal or something else? It would nice to think it might be anodised as chrome finishes used to be, but I guess that would be too expensive now.
I am not an expert, but yes, it is coated, these cameras I guess are made of different materials so it could not be otherwise.
I put my k-5 next to my MX and they look very similar. If you have a silver DA ltd lens, that is the same colour and effect. My K-5 after 3 years looks like new, the silver finish is very durable.
Lots of threads on the subject, here one.
Comment by giofi posted on Silver K3 still available at 05/02/2014 - 10:23
Gwyn wrote:
You can choose the type and colour of the label, so I just gave it a try.....giofi wrote:
How come you get a blue label? DanielH wrote:
Yay Im the most Easterly member so far!
Not any more, I am afraid! Yay Im the most Easterly member so far!
Pentaxophile wrote:
Cos it's so cold up there?
Sounds like a good reason. But then why is it red in the UK Cos it's so cold up there?
Comment by giofi posted on Pentax User Members Map at 04/02/2014 - 15:56
The lens is excellent and it is also in excellent conditions, with very light signs of use on the barrel,typical of the Sigma EX coating. Glass is free of scratches and fungus and mechanics have no problem at all. It comes with front and back caps and hood.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have questions.
Asking price is 160 euros, including shipment anywhere in the EU. Payment by PayPal please.