I want a lens for 200$

benhai · 09-26-2012, 10:23 PM

SMC Takumar 28mm F3.5 is one you may consider.
Pentax A 70-210mm F4 or
Pentax A 35-105mm F3.5

I don't believe $200 will be enough. It's a starting point. Overall I like the Takumar 28mm F3.5 very much. With the square metal hood, you will feel quite good.

If you go further than a hobby, then maybe get the job done is the first consideration. What I really want to say is don't limit yourself by a budget. You know something can always work out. Get the right tool at beginning is always a smart bet I'd make.

mur224 · 09-26-2012, 11:53 PM

I have two manual lenses, one is 28 mm f2.8 the other one is 50 mm f2. i loved them until i have a baby. Now, she started to walking and there is no way i can use them. I would go for DA 35 mm f2.4. I have read that it is also usable on FF.

K5_Ltd_User · 09-27-2012, 10:08 AM

Originally posted by benhai

SMC Takumar 28mm F3.5 is one you may consider.
Pentax A 70-210mm F4 or
Pentax A 35-105mm F3.5

I don't believe $200 will be enough. It's a starting point. Overall I like the Takumar 28mm F3.5 very much. With the square metal hood, you will feel quite good.

If you go further than a hobby, then maybe get the job done is the first consideration. What I really want to say is don't limit yourself by a budget. You know something can always work out. Get the right tool at beginning is always a smart bet I'd make.

Good day,

Looking at the pictures I make, I think it' s safe to assume i' ll remain a hobby. But thanks for the advice. I will look up on those lenses.

Take care!

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09-26-2012, 10:23 PM	#31
benhai Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Photos: Albums Posts: 248	SMC Takumar 28mm F3.5 is one you may consider. Pentax A 70-210mm F4 or Pentax A 35-105mm F3.5 I don't believe $200 will be enough. It's a starting point. Overall I like the Takumar 28mm F3.5 very much. With the square metal hood, you will feel quite good. If you go further than a hobby, then maybe get the job done is the first consideration. What I really want to say is don't limit yourself by a budget. You know something can always work out. Get the right tool at beginning is always a smart bet I'd make.

09-26-2012, 11:53 PM	#32
mur224 New Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 2	I have two manual lenses, one is 28 mm f2.8 the other one is 50 mm f2. i loved them until i have a baby. Now, she started to walking and there is no way i can use them. I would go for DA 35 mm f2.4. I have read that it is also usable on FF.

09-27-2012, 10:08 AM	#33
K5_Ltd_User Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 273 Original Poster	Originally posted by benhai SMC Takumar 28mm F3.5 is one you may consider. Pentax A 70-210mm F4 or Pentax A 35-105mm F3.5 I don't believe $200 will be enough. It's a starting point. Overall I like the Takumar 28mm F3.5 very much. With the square metal hood, you will feel quite good. If you go further than a hobby, then maybe get the job done is the first consideration. What I really want to say is don't limit yourself by a budget. You know something can always work out. Get the right tool at beginning is always a smart bet I'd make. Good day, Looking at the pictures I make, I think it' s safe to assume i' ll remain a hobby. But thanks for the advice. I will look up on those lenses. Take care!