16-50 f:2.8 DA* Pentax

iPascal · 08-22-2008, 03:52 PM

Hi,

As said in the title, I'm looking for the Pentax 16-50. If you have one to sell, please make a reasonable offre. The lens is easy to find new (with warranty and shipping) for 669.- USD. I'm looking for a used one. Any cosmetical condition, as long as it's working fine!

Paypal payment would be best. Offers from the US and Canada welcome.

Just send me a PM.

Thanks!

Pascal

wlachan · 08-22-2008, 04:04 PM

Good copies of this lens must be rarer than gold, and even rarer on used market.

iPascal · 08-22-2008, 04:21 PM

What means good copy? Are there big differences from one to another? Does this mean Pentax has a poor quality check on its pro-lenses?

innershell · 08-23-2008, 09:21 PM

Originally Posted by iPascal

What means good copy? Are there big differences from one to another? Does this mean Pentax has a poor quality check on its pro-lenses?

This lens has some focus problems right out of the box. There's a 50/50 chance you will get something that focuses correctly. Buyer beware.

I wouldn't buy this lens unless it has been tested in the store and then the images reviewed on a laptop in the store itself. It can be that bad.

iPascal · 08-24-2008, 04:54 PM

Ok, thank you for the information. I have tried it, but didn't know there were such differences from one copy to another.

waqas · 08-25-2008, 01:34 AM

iPascal, some lenses would have a back-focus or front-focus problem (focuses a few inches too far or too short from the actual target). Just google up with these keywords and you should find more info.