Not a bad price. 50-135 f2.6

magnum1 · 12-05-2007, 03:33 PM

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Pentax SMC DA 50-135mm f/2.8 Lens, Brand New - (eBay item 190180854765 end time Dec-11-07 09:20:01 PST)

Just in case anyone has been looking. $799 + shipping

I already own one.

ddhytz · 12-05-2007, 04:41 PM

b&h also have it for the same price.

Gregory · 12-06-2007, 01:10 AM

How come the 16-50 costs more. I thought it's rrp was higher?

hll · 12-06-2007, 02:26 AM

guys, i have this lens, too.
but i got confused when i saw tokina 50-135 2.8...
do you think they use the same glasses.
i think tokina does not have SDM, am i right?? but it is weatherproof, too...
btw tokina is app. 200 dolar cheaper!!!

-spam- · 12-06-2007, 02:34 AM

Originally posted by hll

guys, i have this lens, too.
but i got confused when i saw tokina 50-135 2.8...
do you think they use the same glasses.
i think tokina does not have SDM, am i right?? but it is weatherproof, too...
btw tokina is app. 200 dolar cheaper!!!

They are the same lens pretty much. You are right, the tokina doesnt have SDM although it doesnt really matter as it and the tokina 16-50 are only available in EF and F mount

hll · 12-06-2007, 03:46 AM

it is too bad that i can't become arrogant with my PENTAX 50-135, because nikon and canon users have the same lens 200 dolar cheaper!!!

roentarre · 12-06-2007, 05:22 AM

Originally posted by hll

it is too bad that i can't become arrogant with my PENTAX 50-135, because nikon and canon users have the same lens 200 dolar cheaper!!!

I will be so proud to own such lens that has not yet arrived.

Canon 70-200/2.8 IS costs more and weighs more as well. The contrast is not as good though it might have a better reach.

You still can show off once you got the amazing images to prove it to these users. But then, no matter how good pentax lenses are, most canon/nikon users would not give it a damn what lenses you have anyway.

Why not just enjoy this zoom

hll · 12-06-2007, 05:42 AM

most canon/nikon users would not give it a damn what lenses you have anyway.

yes it is true, but they got our DA* lens 200 dolar cheaper....

anyway it is awesome

Peter Zack · 12-06-2007, 06:25 AM

I find the B&H prices bizzare. pentax da | B&H Photo Video
I know the Pentax wholesales (friend that works for Pentax and nope I can't get better deals) and the Canadian cost is 10% lower on the 16-50mm than the 50-135mm. I'd assume that is the same for USA wholesale price. And BTW these American prices are excellent compared to even the Cnd wholesale. As usual we get shafted no matter the at or near par US/Cnd $$

Duh_Vinci · 12-09-2007, 10:34 AM

Thank you for the heads up on the price, ordered one from B&H this morning. Wanted this lens for a long time, but $200 off sealed the deal for me quickly. Can't wait to have it on the body!

At first, I though this was rather odd focal length, and not so useful, but recently spent almost two months using 50mm on K100D, got used to it, so anything above 50mm and tack sharp - just added bonus

Now on to saving for 16-50mm...

Regards,
D

pentkon52 · 12-09-2007, 12:16 PM

Originally posted by Peter Zack

I find the B&H prices bizzare. pentax da | B&H Photo Video
I know the Pentax wholesales (friend that works for Pentax and nope I can't get better deals) and the Canadian cost is 10% lower on the 16-50mm than the 50-135mm. I'd assume that is the same for USA wholesale price. And BTW these American prices are excellent compared to even the Cnd wholesale. As usual we get shafted no matter the at or near par US/Cnd $$

How true.

I was looking at Henrys and Canada Camera Saturday, as well as B&H on the 50-135 f 2.8

B&H is $799
Henrys is $1049
Canada Camera is $1299

Big difference.

Dave

daacon · 12-09-2007, 02:07 PM

Originally posted by pentkon52

B&H is $799
Henrys is $1049
Canada Camera is $1299

Big difference.

Dave

Add McBain for 1049 - that is $250 difference ..... ummmmm not sure I want this lens (like a little longer) will the Tamron 70-200 f2.8 be out in January ? My gut says yes, but my head says it will January 2009

- The 16-50 is $949 but what I have read it is hit and miss on a good copy ..... May take a chance who knows....

Kaimarx · 12-10-2007, 03:30 AM

Down here in NZ the 50-135 goes for about $400 dollars more than the 16-50 at $1899 (US$1477)!! Who controls the pricing on the lenses? retailers or Pentax reps in any given country?

lol101 · 12-10-2007, 07:37 AM

Originally posted by hll

guys, i have this lens, too.
but i got confused when i saw tokina 50-135 2.8...
do you think they use the same glasses.
i think tokina does not have SDM, am i right?? but it is weatherproof, too...
btw tokina is app. 200 dolar cheaper!!!

For $200 more you have:
*SDM with full time direct manual overide;
*Weatherproofing (I don't think the Tokina has that);
*Shake reduction (I know it's not in the lens, but since you cannot get the Tokina for Pentax mount, you also have to buy a Canon or Nikon cam and they don't offer stabilization).

To me, the Pentax combo is well worth the extra $.

Buddha Jones · 12-10-2007, 08:10 AM

You guys really need to stop rationalizing me buying these lenses... really.

12-05-2007, 03:33 PM	#1
magnum1 Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Niagara, Wisconsin U.S. of Ay. Posts: 394	Not a bad price. 50-135 f2.6 Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Pentax SMC DA 50-135mm f/2.8 Lens, Brand New - (eBay item 190180854765 end time Dec-11-07 09:20:01 PST) Just in case anyone has been looking. $799 + shipping I already own one.

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12-05-2007, 04:41 PM	#2
ddhytz Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Melbourne Posts: 602	b&h also have it for the same price.

12-06-2007, 01:10 AM	#3
Gregory Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 27	How come the 16-50 costs more. I thought it's rrp was higher?

12-06-2007, 02:26 AM	#4
hll Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: new york Photos: Gallery Posts: 297	guys, i have this lens, too. but i got confused when i saw tokina 50-135 2.8... do you think they use the same glasses. i think tokina does not have SDM, am i right?? but it is weatherproof, too... btw tokina is app. 200 dolar cheaper!!!

12-06-2007, 02:34 AM	#5
-spam- Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 354	Originally posted by hll guys, i have this lens, too. but i got confused when i saw tokina 50-135 2.8... do you think they use the same glasses. i think tokina does not have SDM, am i right?? but it is weatherproof, too... btw tokina is app. 200 dolar cheaper!!! They are the same lens pretty much. You are right, the tokina doesnt have SDM although it doesnt really matter as it and the tokina 16-50 are only available in EF and F mount

12-06-2007, 03:46 AM	#6
hll Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: new york Photos: Gallery Posts: 297	it is too bad that i can't become arrogant with my PENTAX 50-135, because nikon and canon users have the same lens 200 dolar cheaper!!!

12-06-2007, 05:22 AM	#7
roentarre Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 11,783	Originally posted by hll it is too bad that i can't become arrogant with my PENTAX 50-135, because nikon and canon users have the same lens 200 dolar cheaper!!! I will be so proud to own such lens that has not yet arrived. Canon 70-200/2.8 IS costs more and weighs more as well. The contrast is not as good though it might have a better reach. You still can show off once you got the amazing images to prove it to these users. But then, no matter how good pentax lenses are, most canon/nikon users would not give it a damn what lenses you have anyway. Why not just enjoy this zoom

12-06-2007, 05:42 AM	#8
hll Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: new york Photos: Gallery Posts: 297	most canon/nikon users would not give it a damn what lenses you have anyway. yes it is true, but they got our DA* lens 200 dolar cheaper.... anyway it is awesome

12-06-2007, 06:25 AM	#9
Peter Zack Pentaxian Moderator Emeritus Join Date: May 2007 Location: Edmonton Alberta, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,643	I find the B&H prices bizzare. pentax da \| B&H Photo Video I know the Pentax wholesales (friend that works for Pentax and nope I can't get better deals) and the Canadian cost is 10% lower on the 16-50mm than the 50-135mm. I'd assume that is the same for USA wholesale price. And BTW these American prices are excellent compared to even the Cnd wholesale. As usual we get shafted no matter the at or near par US/Cnd $$

12-09-2007, 10:34 AM	#10
Duh_Vinci Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Virginia, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 1,300	Thank you for the heads up on the price, ordered one from B&H this morning. Wanted this lens for a long time, but $200 off sealed the deal for me quickly. Can't wait to have it on the body! At first, I though this was rather odd focal length, and not so useful, but recently spent almost two months using 50mm on K100D, got used to it, so anything above 50mm and tack sharp - just added bonus Now on to saving for 16-50mm... Regards, D

12-09-2007, 12:16 PM	#11
pentkon52 Veteran Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: York Region Canada Posts: 641	Originally posted by Peter Zack I find the B&H prices bizzare. pentax da \| B&H Photo Video I know the Pentax wholesales (friend that works for Pentax and nope I can't get better deals) and the Canadian cost is 10% lower on the 16-50mm than the 50-135mm. I'd assume that is the same for USA wholesale price. And BTW these American prices are excellent compared to even the Cnd wholesale. As usual we get shafted no matter the at or near par US/Cnd $$ How true. I was looking at Henrys and Canada Camera Saturday, as well as B&H on the 50-135 f 2.8 B&H is $799 Henrys is $1049 Canada Camera is $1299 Big difference. Dave

12-09-2007, 02:07 PM	#12
daacon Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Alberta,Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 20,914	Originally posted by pentkon52 B&H is $799 Henrys is $1049 Canada Camera is $1299 Big difference. Dave Add McBain for 1049 - that is $250 difference ..... ummmmm not sure I want this lens (like a little longer) will the Tamron 70-200 f2.8 be out in January ? My gut says yes, but my head says it will January 2009 - The 16-50 is $949 but what I have read it is hit and miss on a good copy ..... May take a chance who knows....

12-10-2007, 03:30 AM	#13
Kaimarx Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Auckland Photos: Gallery Posts: 452	Down here in NZ the 50-135 goes for about $400 dollars more than the 16-50 at $1899 (US$1477)!! Who controls the pricing on the lenses? retailers or Pentax reps in any given country?

12-10-2007, 07:37 AM	#14
lol101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Garennes sur Eure France Photos: Gallery Posts: 899	Originally posted by hll guys, i have this lens, too. but i got confused when i saw tokina 50-135 2.8... do you think they use the same glasses. i think tokina does not have SDM, am i right?? but it is weatherproof, too... btw tokina is app. 200 dolar cheaper!!! For $200 more you have: SDM with full time direct manual overide; Weatherproofing (I don't think the Tokina has that); *Shake reduction (I know it's not in the lens, but since you cannot get the Tokina for Pentax mount, you also have to buy a Canon or Nikon cam and they don't offer stabilization). To me, the Pentax combo is well worth the extra $.

12-10-2007, 08:10 AM	#15
Buddha Jones Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Charlotte, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,587	You guys really need to stop rationalizing me buying these lenses... really.