Pentax DA* 300mm F4 Review

Adam · 06-26-2012, 12:52 PM

We've just posted an in-depth review of the longest lens in Pentax's current lineup, the DA* 300mm F4.

Many thanks to photomission for the great piece!

Pentax-DA* 300mm F4 Review - Introduction - PentaxForums.com

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**crewl1** · 06-26-2012, 01:03 PM

Aahhh , one of my faves!

kenafein · 06-26-2012, 01:05 PM

I would love to have this lens. The output from our forum mates always looks stellar.

**crewl1** · 06-26-2012, 01:13 PM

Originally posted by kenafein

I would love to have this lens. The output from our forum mates always looks stellar.

I can say it is worth the sacrifice if the focal length is of use to you.
Too bad you didn't make the meet this weekend, the others had a chance to try it and they seemed to agree.

**Rondec** · 06-26-2012, 01:28 PM

Isn't the DA *300 full frame compatible? (https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/317890-post29.html) Seems like it probably is, although corners may be a little weak...

EdwardConde · 06-26-2012, 01:33 PM

I am in love with the DA* 300 and its all Crewl1's fault! I cant stop talking about it to my other camera buddies... The shots I got can be seen on the thread we started in the photo sharing boards.. That is one serious lens. I'd half to sell off all my limiteds except for my 40 (my favorite) to be able to afford this monster!!! Or i could just rent it

kenafein · 06-26-2012, 01:36 PM

Originally posted by crewl1

I can say it is worth the sacrifice if the focal length is of use to you.
Too bad you didn't make the meet this weekend, the others had a chance to try it and they seemed to agree.

If we can have another one in 4 months or so, when my boy is 6 months old. I kind of cheaped out and bought the Canon FD 300/4 L, as a poor man's DA*300, to use on my NEX(and maybe a q in the future) instead of forking out the bucks for this one. If I try yours I might end up taking the plunge, though I'm finding I don't have the time or patience for birding.

**crewl1** · 06-26-2012, 01:36 PM

Originally posted by EdwardConde

I am in love with the DA* 300 and its all Crewl1's fault!

Sorry

EdwardConde · 06-26-2012, 03:48 PM

Originally posted by kenafein

If we can have another one in 4 months or so, when my boy is 6 months old. I kind of cheaped out and bought the Canon FD 300/4 L, as a poor man's DA*300, to use on my NEX(and maybe a q in the future) instead of forking out the bucks for this one. If I try yours I might end up taking the plunge, though I'm finding I don't have the time or patience for birding.

Depends on the types of birds you are shooting!

Maybe a trip to the Getty?

cali92rs · 06-26-2012, 04:33 PM

That lens is one of the favorite lenses I have ever owned...unfortunately I sold it because I needed the flexibility of a zoom

Just superb on every level.

JerryLime · 06-29-2012, 03:12 AM

Recently I purchased the wonderful lens. The performance is more than I expected.
Very awesome!

Sandy Hancock · 06-29-2012, 04:25 AM

I don't use mine a lot, but by Crikey I love it when I do.

kenafein · 06-29-2012, 07:49 AM

Originally posted by EdwardConde

Depends on the types of birds you are shooting!

I shoot blurry ones.

**crewl1** · 06-29-2012, 07:56 AM

Originally posted by kenafein

I shoot blurry ones.

This lens would be overkill then. I can shoot blurry birds with a body cap with an appropriate sized hole

**apisto** · 06-29-2012, 08:02 AM

Originally posted by kenafein

I shoot blurry ones.

LOL!!

06-26-2012, 12:52 PM	#1
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crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Aahhh , one of my faves!

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kenafein Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Southern California Photos: Albums Posts: 4,082	I would love to have this lens. The output from our forum mates always looks stellar.

06-26-2012, 01:13 PM	#4
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Originally posted by kenafein I would love to have this lens. The output from our forum mates always looks stellar. I can say it is worth the sacrifice if the focal length is of use to you. Too bad you didn't make the meet this weekend, the others had a chance to try it and they seemed to agree.

06-26-2012, 01:28 PM	#5
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,650	Isn't the DA *300 full frame compatible? (https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/317890-post29.html) Seems like it probably is, although corners may be a little weak...

06-26-2012, 01:33 PM	#6
EdwardConde Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,520	I am in love with the DA* 300 and its all Crewl1's fault! I cant stop talking about it to my other camera buddies... The shots I got can be seen on the thread we started in the photo sharing boards.. That is one serious lens. I'd half to sell off all my limiteds except for my 40 (my favorite) to be able to afford this monster!!! Or i could just rent it

06-26-2012, 01:36 PM	#7
kenafein Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Southern California Photos: Albums Posts: 4,082	Originally posted by crewl1 I can say it is worth the sacrifice if the focal length is of use to you. Too bad you didn't make the meet this weekend, the others had a chance to try it and they seemed to agree. If we can have another one in 4 months or so, when my boy is 6 months old. I kind of cheaped out and bought the Canon FD 300/4 L, as a poor man's DA*300, to use on my NEX(and maybe a q in the future) instead of forking out the bucks for this one. If I try yours I might end up taking the plunge, though I'm finding I don't have the time or patience for birding.

06-26-2012, 01:36 PM	#8
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Originally posted by EdwardConde I am in love with the DA* 300 and its all Crewl1's fault! Sorry

06-26-2012, 03:48 PM	#9
EdwardConde Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,520	Originally posted by kenafein If we can have another one in 4 months or so, when my boy is 6 months old. I kind of cheaped out and bought the Canon FD 300/4 L, as a poor man's DA*300, to use on my NEX(and maybe a q in the future) instead of forking out the bucks for this one. If I try yours I might end up taking the plunge, though I'm finding I don't have the time or patience for birding. Depends on the types of birds you are shooting! Maybe a trip to the Getty?

06-26-2012, 04:33 PM	#10
cali92rs Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 3,354	That lens is one of the favorite lenses I have ever owned...unfortunately I sold it because I needed the flexibility of a zoom Just superb on every level.

06-29-2012, 03:12 AM	#11
JerryLime Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: PA Posts: 43	Recently I purchased the wonderful lens. The performance is more than I expected. Very awesome!

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Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,269	I don't use mine a lot, but by Crikey I love it when I do.

06-29-2012, 07:49 AM	#13
kenafein Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Southern California Photos: Albums Posts: 4,082	Originally posted by EdwardConde Depends on the types of birds you are shooting! I shoot blurry ones.

06-29-2012, 07:56 AM	#14
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Originally posted by kenafein I shoot blurry ones. This lens would be overkill then. I can shoot blurry birds with a body cap with an appropriate sized hole

06-29-2012, 08:02 AM	#15
apisto Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 588	Originally posted by kenafein I shoot blurry ones. LOL!!