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axl · 11-30-2010, 03:49 PM

If you are into primes, I'd suggest you to have a look into fast(ish) 24 or 20/21. I find these great for city streets, although sometimes you need to get quite close

driftingbunnies · 11-30-2010, 04:01 PM

I think my 24-70 is pretty fast so I think it might be kind of silly to get a fast 24 prime unless there's one out that would definitely outperform the sigma. I'm trying to look for a F35-70 but they seem to be a bit more expensive than $11 lol.

I really want to try the 21 or 15 or maybe even 14 but I'm not sure how big of a difference the 15mm when comparing the 3. My cousin has the 21 so I've played around with it a bit but I'm worried the 15mm will only see use when i'm outside roaming. I guess that's just what happens when you buy a more specialized lens. Thanks for all the feedback. the FA31 is also calling at me but i'll have to wait for that.

Ira · 12-01-2010, 06:31 PM

Originally posted by driftingbunnies

I think my 24-70 is pretty fast so I think it might be kind of silly to get a fast 24 prime unless there's one out that would definitely outperform the sigma. I'm trying to look for a F35-70 but they seem to be a bit more expensive than $11 lol.

I really want to try the 21 or 15 or maybe even 14 but I'm not sure how big of a difference the 15mm when comparing the 3. My cousin has the 21 so I've played around with it a bit but I'm worried the 15mm will only see use when i'm outside roaming. I guess that's just what happens when you buy a more specialized lens. Thanks for all the feedback. the FA31 is also calling at me but i'll have to wait for that.

The 15 is magic, but like I said, I think what you have will be just fine for now.

erkie · 12-01-2010, 08:47 PM

Originally posted by Arjay Bee

F 35-70 - small compact, light, cheap, good range for street shooting

Yep Fastish autofocus small and light. And much sharper than my 18-55.

A real bargain

erkie · 12-01-2010, 08:49 PM

Originally posted by driftingbunnies

I think my 24-70 is pretty fast so I think it might be kind of silly to get a fast 24 prime unless there's one out that would definitely outperform the sigma. I'm trying to look for a F35-70 but they seem to be a bit more expensive than $11 lol.

I really want to try the 21 or 15 or maybe even 14 but I'm not sure how big of a difference the 15mm when comparing the 3. My cousin has the 21 so I've played around with it a bit but I'm worried the 15mm will only see use when i'm outside roaming. I guess that's just what happens when you buy a more specialized lens. Thanks for all the feedback. the FA31 is also calling at me but i'll have to wait for that.

Don't just look for the lens. Look for the Pentax SF-1 camera and see what lens is attached. 70% had the f35-70. Thats how I nailed mine.

Eric

twitch · 12-01-2010, 09:31 PM

I'd choose the DA21. I've got one and this is exactly the role it excels in.

GeneV · 12-01-2010, 10:13 PM

Originally posted by twitch

I'd choose the DA21. I've got one and this is exactly the role it excels in.

I use that lens on a DSLR as well, but if they made a compact 24mm I would prefer that FL. The FOV of a 35mm lens on film is my favorite street view.

RioRico · 12-01-2010, 10:36 PM

Originally posted by erkie

Don't just look for the lens. Look for the Pentax SF-1 camera and see what lens is attached. 70% had the f35-70. Thats how I nailed mine.

Quite right. My F35-70 came on a SF-1 -- which I then loaded with a cheap Zykkor 28-80 and sold for a slight profit. I'm starting to think that the F35-70 is my best AF lens for shooting snaps. Not that I'll be dumping my 35s-50s-58s anytime soon...

chadci · 12-02-2010, 04:34 AM

Originally posted by gnaztee

*Any "Curb Your Enthusiasm" fans out there? I chuckle every time I hear or use this phrase now.

Do you fly in shorts?

gnaztee · 12-02-2010, 07:39 AM

"I revere wood"

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11-30-2010, 03:49 PM	#16
axl Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Nove Zamky, Slovakia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,183	If you are into primes, I'd suggest you to have a look into fast(ish) 24 or 20/21. I find these great for city streets, although sometimes you need to get quite close

11-30-2010, 04:01 PM	#17
driftingbunnies Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 48 Original Poster	I think my 24-70 is pretty fast so I think it might be kind of silly to get a fast 24 prime unless there's one out that would definitely outperform the sigma. I'm trying to look for a F35-70 but they seem to be a bit more expensive than $11 lol. I really want to try the 21 or 15 or maybe even 14 but I'm not sure how big of a difference the 15mm when comparing the 3. My cousin has the 21 so I've played around with it a bit but I'm worried the 15mm will only see use when i'm outside roaming. I guess that's just what happens when you buy a more specialized lens. Thanks for all the feedback. the FA31 is also calling at me but i'll have to wait for that.

12-01-2010, 06:31 PM	#18
Ira Inactive Account Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Coral Springs, FL Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,216	Originally posted by driftingbunnies I think my 24-70 is pretty fast so I think it might be kind of silly to get a fast 24 prime unless there's one out that would definitely outperform the sigma. I'm trying to look for a F35-70 but they seem to be a bit more expensive than $11 lol. I really want to try the 21 or 15 or maybe even 14 but I'm not sure how big of a difference the 15mm when comparing the 3. My cousin has the 21 so I've played around with it a bit but I'm worried the 15mm will only see use when i'm outside roaming. I guess that's just what happens when you buy a more specialized lens. Thanks for all the feedback. the FA31 is also calling at me but i'll have to wait for that. The 15 is magic, but like I said, I think what you have will be just fine for now.

12-01-2010, 08:47 PM	#19
erkie Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Missouri Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 407	Originally posted by Arjay Bee F 35-70 - small compact, light, cheap, good range for street shooting Yep Fastish autofocus small and light. And much sharper than my 18-55. A real bargain

12-01-2010, 08:49 PM	#20
erkie Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Missouri Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 407	Originally posted by driftingbunnies I think my 24-70 is pretty fast so I think it might be kind of silly to get a fast 24 prime unless there's one out that would definitely outperform the sigma. I'm trying to look for a F35-70 but they seem to be a bit more expensive than $11 lol. I really want to try the 21 or 15 or maybe even 14 but I'm not sure how big of a difference the 15mm when comparing the 3. My cousin has the 21 so I've played around with it a bit but I'm worried the 15mm will only see use when i'm outside roaming. I guess that's just what happens when you buy a more specialized lens. Thanks for all the feedback. the FA31 is also calling at me but i'll have to wait for that. Don't just look for the lens. Look for the Pentax SF-1 camera and see what lens is attached. 70% had the f35-70. Thats how I nailed mine. Eric

12-01-2010, 09:31 PM	#21
twitch Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 4,571	I'd choose the DA21. I've got one and this is exactly the role it excels in.

12-01-2010, 10:13 PM	#22
GeneV Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 9,830	Originally posted by twitch I'd choose the DA21. I've got one and this is exactly the role it excels in. I use that lens on a DSLR as well, but if they made a compact 24mm I would prefer that FL. The FOV of a 35mm lens on film is my favorite street view.

12-01-2010, 10:36 PM	#23
RioRico Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Limbo, California Posts: 11,263	Originally posted by erkie Don't just look for the lens. Look for the Pentax SF-1 camera and see what lens is attached. 70% had the f35-70. Thats how I nailed mine. Quite right. My F35-70 came on a SF-1 -- which I then loaded with a cheap Zykkor 28-80 and sold for a slight profit. I'm starting to think that the F35-70 is my best AF lens for shooting snaps. Not that I'll be dumping my 35s-50s-58s anytime soon...

12-02-2010, 04:34 AM	#24
chadci Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: 46107 Posts: 54	Originally posted by gnaztee *Any "Curb Your Enthusiasm" fans out there? I chuckle every time I hear or use this phrase now. Do you fly in shorts?

12-02-2010, 07:39 AM	#25
gnaztee Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: West Palm Beach, FL Posts: 772	"I revere wood"

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