I have the SMC Tak 28/3.5, K28/3.5, M28/3.5, A28/2.8 and the Vivitar 28mm/2.8 close focus. I keep meaning to do some formal(ish) sort of test of them but haven't managed to find the time as yet... Usually the Tak gets used on my ES/ESII, the K and M on my K-mount film bodies and the A on the K20D, although I do mix it up now and again.

K.

See title of thread... Sigma 400mm AF (non apo)

K.

I love the way people diss a new product before it is even available. The market will decide whether Pentax have got this right or not.

As to why they put their money into this and not a super-telephoto? Because they will almost certainly make more money from it.

Just because a product isn't something you want, doesn't make it a bad product. I hope that those people shouting "fail" so loudly are made to eat their words, but only because that will mean Pentax is making money. It is in all our interests for Pentax to remain a viable and competitive company.

K.

Bump, just in case someone has one to sell. Thanks, Kris.

I've been wanting to buy one of those for a while but they are rather pricey, sadly. Good luck with your search.

K.

Av with A series and later lenses, manual with M series and earlier lenses.

I don't write anything down in the field when using digital. I am trying to get into the habit of making notes via a digital dictaphone when using film, largely because I am always being asked what lens I used for a particular shot (e.g., for the PPG) and often I do not remember.

K.

The thing I find most odd about "Lomography" is that they are expensive. Film is much cheaper from other outlets including Boots... Personally, anything that keeps manufacturers of film making the stuff is OK by me, but charging almost twice the price per roll than usual seems counter productive.

K.

I bought mine for £60...

If you have old film that you care about try Film Rescue International. Not cheap, but offer an excellent service.

K.

The lens is excellent and for a first attempt hand held and in the wind these are remarkably good. You should feel proud of this first attempt!

K.