Who is going to replace DA ltd with the HD version?

LFLee · 08-28-2013, 12:46 PM

Just when I complete my DA limited lenses last year, they now have the HD version...

Is anyone like me, thinking of replacing them with the HD version?

If I am crazy enough, maybe keep all my current DA limited lenses (they are now really LIMITED version), and get the HD version in Silver color?
that will be another slow collection, but then the silver version is no longer "limited" in quantity like last time, so one can collect them slowly.

**Billy Joe** · 08-28-2013, 12:50 PM

No way would I even consider it.

**pearsaab** · 08-28-2013, 12:56 PM

not me

seventysixersfan · 08-28-2013, 12:56 PM

Originally posted by LFLee

If I am crazy enough, maybe keep all my current DA limited lenses (they are now really LIMITED version), and get the HD version in Silver color?

Would love to have your disposable income

Eagle_Friends · 08-28-2013, 12:58 PM

Probably not,

I like the look of the original versions more (green band > red band)

Plus, I'm sure the improvement can be achieve after tinkering it a little in post process, if they are even that noticeable.

I never had the 70mm, so maybe I would try that one out

**blackcloudbrew** · 08-28-2013, 01:00 PM

I don't own all the limiteds and my buying plan isn't headed in that direction at the moment but ... this could change. The HD lenses have made me start thinking about the 35macro. So I think, I'm likely to buy an HD version of one I don't own versus replace either my DA40 or DA15 at this point.

Adam · 08-28-2013, 01:02 PM

I might finally get the DA 15mm because of this. The nano coating will probably make a noticeable difference when shooting in sunny conditions (i.e. pretty much every day here in AZ), though I hope the bokeh from the new version is just as good. We'll see, as I've already requested the lens for review.

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**arv** · 08-28-2013, 01:03 PM

It's like K 50mm f1.2 vs A 50mm f1.2...

tele_pathic · 08-28-2013, 01:05 PM

Originally posted by blackcloudbrew

I don't own all the limiteds and my buying plan isn't headed in that direction at the moment but ... this could change. The HD lenses have made me start thinking about the 35macro. So I think, I'm likely to buy an HD version of one I don't own versus replace either my DA40 or DA15 at this point.

This! I have the 40mm Ltd. now and don't feel compelled to buy the 40mm Ltd. HD. But when I buy a portrait lens, I will consider the 70mm Ltd. HD. In reality, though, I'm looking forward to all the people who will be selling their green-band ltd's on the used market.

ducdao · 08-28-2013, 01:16 PM

Will consider when reliable comparison reports between the SMC and HD are out.

**Rondec** · 08-28-2013, 01:19 PM

I own the DA 40 and DA 15, I use the 15 a whole lot and if I could actually see a difference in posted photos, I would consider an upgrade, but honestly, the 15 isn't a bokeh monster and won't turn into one with rounded aperture blades. It is already pretty flare resistant, so I just don't know if the money out lay would make any sense.

Adam · 08-28-2013, 01:27 PM

Originally posted by ducdao

Will consider when reliable comparison reports between the SMC and HD are out.

At photokina/CP+, Pentax had a demo stand showing you the difference in reflectivity & color cast between the two coatings. Whether or not this actually has an effect on your photos is another story.

I will say, though, that Nikon's nano crystal coat is pretty good. If the new Pentax coating is comparable, then it should at least do a better job of suppressing ghosting and flare. I will certainly investigate this

tele_pathic · 08-28-2013, 01:31 PM

Originally posted by Adam

I might finally get the DA 15mm because of this. The nano coating will probably make a noticeable difference when shooting in sunny conditions (i.e. pretty much every day here in AZ), though I hope the bokeh from the new version is just as good. We'll see, as I've already requested the lens for review.

Originally posted by Adam

At photokina/CP+, Pentax had a demo stand showing you the difference in reflectivity & color cast between the two coatings. Whether or not this actually has an effect on your photos is another story.

I will say, though, that Nikon's nano crystal coat is pretty good. If the new Pentax coating is comparable, then it should at least do a better job of suppressing ghosting and flare. I will certainly investigate this

How do I get your job? Or, do you need an apprentice? Forward the lenses to me when you're done and I'll write a competent, comprehensible review. HMU, yo!

prime.partisan · 08-28-2013, 01:35 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Eagle_Friends

I like the look of the original versions more (green band > red band)

And they obviously made a typo. It's supposed to be "SMC HD"

Na Horuk · 08-28-2013, 01:53 PM

I can't wait to see some reviews and comparisons

08-28-2013, 12:46 PM	#1
LFLee Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Southern California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,292	Who is going to replace DA ltd with the HD version? Just when I complete my DA limited lenses last year, they now have the HD version... Is anyone like me, thinking of replacing them with the HD version? If I am crazy enough, maybe keep all my current DA limited lenses (they are now really LIMITED version), and get the HD version in Silver color? that will be another slow collection, but then the silver version is no longer "limited" in quantity like last time, so one can collect them slowly.

08-28-2013, 01:27 PM	#12
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by ducdao Will consider when reliable comparison reports between the SMC and HD are out. At photokina/CP+, Pentax had a demo stand showing you the difference in reflectivity & color cast between the two coatings. Whether or not this actually has an effect on your photos is another story. I will say, though, that Nikon's nano crystal coat is pretty good. If the new Pentax coating is comparable, then it should at least do a better job of suppressing ghosting and flare. I will certainly investigate this Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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pearsaab Otis Memorial Pentaxian Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2011 Location: Richmond, Virginia USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,900	not me

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seventysixersfan Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,054	Originally posted by LFLee If I am crazy enough, maybe keep all my current DA limited lenses (they are now really LIMITED version), and get the HD version in Silver color? Would love to have your disposable income

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Eagle_Friends Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 971	Probably not, I like the look of the original versions more (green band > red band) Plus, I'm sure the improvement can be achieve after tinkering it a little in post process, if they are even that noticeable. I never had the 70mm, so maybe I would try that one out

08-28-2013, 01:00 PM	#6
blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,460	I don't own all the limiteds and my buying plan isn't headed in that direction at the moment but ... this could change. The HD lenses have made me start thinking about the 35macro. So I think, I'm likely to buy an HD version of one I don't own versus replace either my DA40 or DA15 at this point.

08-28-2013, 01:02 PM	#7
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	I might finally get the DA 15mm because of this. The nano coating will probably make a noticeable difference when shooting in sunny conditions (i.e. pretty much every day here in AZ), though I hope the bokeh from the new version is just as good. We'll see, as I've already requested the lens for review. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

08-28-2013, 01:03 PM	#8
arv Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Photos: Albums Posts: 413	It's like K 50mm f1.2 vs A 50mm f1.2...

08-28-2013, 01:05 PM	#9
tele_pathic Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Photos: Albums Posts: 292	Originally posted by blackcloudbrew I don't own all the limiteds and my buying plan isn't headed in that direction at the moment but ... this could change. The HD lenses have made me start thinking about the 35macro. So I think, I'm likely to buy an HD version of one I don't own versus replace either my DA40 or DA15 at this point. This! I have the 40mm Ltd. now and don't feel compelled to buy the 40mm Ltd. HD. But when I buy a portrait lens, I will consider the 70mm Ltd. HD. In reality, though, I'm looking forward to all the people who will be selling their green-band ltd's on the used market.

08-28-2013, 01:16 PM	#10
ducdao Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Montreal/Vermont Posts: 2,160	Will consider when reliable comparison reports between the SMC and HD are out.

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Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	I own the DA 40 and DA 15, I use the 15 a whole lot and if I could actually see a difference in posted photos, I would consider an upgrade, but honestly, the 15 isn't a bokeh monster and won't turn into one with rounded aperture blades. It is already pretty flare resistant, so I just don't know if the money out lay would make any sense.

08-28-2013, 01:31 PM	#13
tele_pathic Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Photos: Albums Posts: 292	Originally posted by Adam I might finally get the DA 15mm because of this. The nano coating will probably make a noticeable difference when shooting in sunny conditions (i.e. pretty much every day here in AZ), though I hope the bokeh from the new version is just as good. We'll see, as I've already requested the lens for review. Originally posted by Adam At photokina/CP+, Pentax had a demo stand showing you the difference in reflectivity & color cast between the two coatings. Whether or not this actually has an effect on your photos is another story. I will say, though, that Nikon's nano crystal coat is pretty good. If the new Pentax coating is comparable, then it should at least do a better job of suppressing ghosting and flare. I will certainly investigate this How do I get your job? Or, do you need an apprentice? Forward the lenses to me when you're done and I'll write a competent, comprehensible review. HMU, yo!

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prime.partisan Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 198	Originally posted by Eagle_Friends I like the look of the original versions more (green band > red band) And they obviously made a typo. It's supposed to be "SMC HD"

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Na Horuk Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Slovenia, probably Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,186	I can't wait to see some reviews and comparisons