The 31mm is close to what would have been the "standard" lens on film - the 50mm in those days.

As such, its field of view approximates the effect of normal human eyesight, although obviously the actual field of view is not as wide as our eyes. The perspective should look natural. Of course some equate this to unexceptional and boring and hence use wider or longer lenses that give a different view on the world.

So the 31mm should be usable for pretty much any subject. If you don't like its look then the 35mm is unlikely to appeal to you any better.

As regards its bulk, well it is what it is, but at least has the convenience of an integral lens hood.

I think you're doing the right thing. Use it for a while and see where it goes. It might appeal, it might not. It seems so far you've not found much reason or need for it, but after a while it might grow on you.

We'd love to see some results when you're ready.

I have now added an explanation to the thread in question.

This is being locked to prevent it constantly being flamed, the points are now just being repeated.

Constant sniping does not help anyone, the thread was goig round in circles and the same points being reiterated over again. This does no-one any favours, so go back and read it and you'll see why it was eventually closed.

It's time we stopped wasting time talking inwardly about how things are decided and went back to a healthy discussion about photography.

There is no need to be overly sensitive. You could have just asked by PM and it could be clarified, you don't need to start it off all over again.

Many zoom lenses have variable maximum apertures, but don't forget that all the other apertures change as well, including the minimum. I have seen f/38 registering on my screen from a Pentax lens before now. Can't remember which one offhand.

Shows the quality that was always possible from Pentax cameras, very interesting.

I've never noticed a problem, maybe it's a faulty dial.

Not just me, lots of reviewers and that covers all marques as well. It's worth adding to the ohers i think, so hopefully you'll find it useful.

What title would you like?

My own tests were done for ePHOTOzine (EPZ) and you'll find them there as well as on PU. Pentax User, not PZ....

My tests were done on the K-5 and quite recently.

There's little in it in terms of overall "quality" (aesthetic and subjective plus technical testing) and I really like the 70mm, but the resolution and technical performance of the original Limited lenses is higher.

I would happily use any of them, both the FA and DA Limited lenses.

I think there are still quite a few of us who don't realise that ePHOTOzine and Pentax User are sister sites with the same ownership. There are a mass of tests available "in house" at these two sites, without going to other internet sites. I get the feeling looking right here often gets overlooked. :