Pentax FA 28-70 $2500

Wethphotography · 01-29-2007, 04:02 PM

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I had been hoping the Pentax lens buying frenzy was subsiding. Then I saw that a FA 28-70 f2.8 just sold on Ebay for $2,500 US!

For those who want to see for themselves: eBay: Pentax FA 28-70mm F/2.8 AF Pro. Lens K10 K100 IstD LN!! (item 140077599931 end time Jan-28-07 22:32:02 PST)

That is twice what a FA 80-200 f2.8 sold for in December on EBay. I am rather speechless...Now that the US housing bubble is deflating, maybe Pentax gear will be the next hot investment!

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Edit by Mo: the item was actually sold for $1800 here: eBay: Pentax FA 28-70mm F/2.8 AF Pro. Lens K10 K100 IstD LN!! (item 140080471865 end time Jan-29-07 17:48:04 PST)

Last edited by Adam; 01-31-2007 at 08:52 PM. Reason: Updated information

**Marc Langille** · 01-29-2007, 04:08 PM

Originally posted by Wethphotography

I had been hoping the Pentax lens buying frenzy was subsiding. Then I saw that a FA 28-70 f2.8 just sold on Ebay for $2,500 US!

For those who want to see for themselves: eBay: Pentax FA 28-70mm F/2.8 AF Pro. Lens K10 K100 IstD LN!! (item 140077599931 end time Jan-28-07 22:32:02 PST)

That is twice what a FA 80-200 f2.8 sold for in December on EBay. I am rather speechless...Now that the US housing bubble is deflating, maybe Pentax gear will be the next hot investment!

I bought all of my FA* lenses by August of 2006. Still not cheap, but geez, that was almost $1200 more than what I paid for my FA* 80-200/2.8...

Bottom line - the K10D and it's subsequent attention from the media, etc., renewed interest in Pentax as a DSLR manufacturer...

Cheers,
Marc

Adam · 01-29-2007, 06:00 PM

That's actually not the winning price...

I've been contacted by the seller that the winning bidder could not pay, and therefore the lens will go to me (for a lower price, hopefully).

Wethphotography · 01-29-2007, 06:06 PM

Originally posted by Mo

That's actually not the winning price...

The bidder that entered $2500 actually made a typo, so he won't be paying.

The lens will go to me for substantially less

If you are serious...congratulations; otherwise you may call me gullable.

Erl

vievetrick · 01-29-2007, 06:15 PM

That is insane. How much is this lens new. Or should I say was this lens new. That is still a ton of cash.

Adam · 01-29-2007, 06:21 PM

I'm serious...

It was about $1100 new, but this is some of Pentax's finest glass.

vievetrick · 01-29-2007, 06:33 PM

UGHH I feel the need for a second or maybe third job. I have some glass to sell soon as the K10 is on the way and starting to think I would like a LTD maybe a 77 or 31. LBA

but no way I will get half to buy those bad boys.

Adam · 01-29-2007, 06:48 PM

SCORE! I'll definitely be having some fun this weekend

eBay: Pentax FA 28-70mm F/2.8 AF Pro. Lens K10 K100 IstD LN!! (item 140080471865 end time Jan-29-07 17:48:04 PST)

vievetrick · 01-29-2007, 07:13 PM

good for you

Wethphotography · 01-29-2007, 07:16 PM

Congratulations and enjoy. If you have a chance, would you share some photos and post a review over in lens review section?

Regards,
Erl

Adam · 01-29-2007, 07:16 PM

Last lens of the year for me...lol.

I'll definitely post some pics as soon as I get to use the lens. It'll be in by Thursday.

Alvin · 01-29-2007, 07:26 PM

Nice one Mo! That is definitely one of Pentax's "big guns" in that range. Can't wait to see it bolted on your camera. Better yet, can't wait to see some photos!

slip · 01-29-2007, 08:38 PM

could someone lend me a couple of grand?

randy

vievetrick · 01-29-2007, 08:46 PM

Lend forget that

Give me a couple grand

roentarre · 01-29-2007, 10:51 PM

Oops, I must have missed the ebay listing altogether...

It seems like a great lens.

Not sure how different this lens will be comparing to Da* 16-50mm f2.8

01-29-2007, 04:02 PM	#1
Wethphotography Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Washington, D.C., USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 417	Pentax FA 28-70 $2500 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. I had been hoping the Pentax lens buying frenzy was subsiding. Then I saw that a FA 28-70 f2.8 just sold on Ebay for $2,500 US! For those who want to see for themselves: eBay: Pentax FA 28-70mm F/2.8 AF Pro. Lens K10 K100 IstD LN!! (item 140077599931 end time Jan-28-07 22:32:02 PST) That is twice what a FA 80-200 f2.8 sold for in December on EBay. I am rather speechless...Now that the US housing bubble is deflating, maybe Pentax gear will be the next hot investment! _______________________________________ Edit by Mo: the item was actually sold for $1800 here: eBay: Pentax FA 28-70mm F/2.8 AF Pro. Lens K10 K100 IstD LN!! (item 140080471865 end time Jan-29-07 17:48:04 PST) Last edited by Adam; 01-31-2007 at 08:52 PM. Reason: Updated information

01-29-2007, 04:08 PM	#2
Marc Langille Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NW Arkansas, USA Posts: 4,710	that's why I am so glad... Originally posted by Wethphotography I had been hoping the Pentax lens buying frenzy was subsiding. Then I saw that a FA 28-70 f2.8 just sold on Ebay for $2,500 US! For those who want to see for themselves: eBay: Pentax FA 28-70mm F/2.8 AF Pro. Lens K10 K100 IstD LN!! (item 140077599931 end time Jan-28-07 22:32:02 PST) That is twice what a FA 80-200 f2.8 sold for in December on EBay. I am rather speechless...Now that the US housing bubble is deflating, maybe Pentax gear will be the next hot investment! I bought all of my FA* lenses by August of 2006. Still not cheap, but geez, that was almost $1200 more than what I paid for my FA* 80-200/2.8... Bottom line - the K10D and it's subsequent attention from the media, etc., renewed interest in Pentax as a DSLR manufacturer... Cheers, Marc

01-29-2007, 06:00 PM	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	That's actually not the winning price... I've been contacted by the seller that the winning bidder could not pay, and therefore the lens will go to me (for a lower price, hopefully). 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:

01-29-2007, 06:21 PM	#6
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	I'm serious... It was about $1100 new, but this is some of Pentax's finest glass. 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:

01-29-2007, 06:48 PM	#8
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	SCORE! I'll definitely be having some fun this weekend eBay: Pentax FA 28-70mm F/2.8 AF Pro. Lens K10 K100 IstD LN!! (item 140080471865 end time Jan-29-07 17:48:04 PST) 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:

01-29-2007, 06:06 PM	#4
Wethphotography Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Washington, D.C., USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 417 Original Poster	Originally posted by Mo That's actually not the winning price... The bidder that entered $2500 actually made a typo, so he won't be paying. The lens will go to me for substantially less If you are serious...congratulations; otherwise you may call me gullable. Erl

01-29-2007, 06:15 PM	#5
vievetrick Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Easthampton - Massachusetts - USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,183	That is insane. How much is this lens new. Or should I say was this lens new. That is still a ton of cash.

01-29-2007, 06:33 PM	#7
vievetrick Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Easthampton - Massachusetts - USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,183	UGHH I feel the need for a second or maybe third job. I have some glass to sell soon as the K10 is on the way and starting to think I would like a LTD maybe a 77 or 31. LBA but no way I will get half to buy those bad boys.

01-29-2007, 07:13 PM	#9
vievetrick Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Easthampton - Massachusetts - USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,183	good for you

01-29-2007, 07:16 PM	#10
Wethphotography Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Washington, D.C., USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 417 Original Poster	Congratulations and enjoy. If you have a chance, would you share some photos and post a review over in lens review section? Regards, Erl

01-29-2007, 07:16 PM	#11
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Last lens of the year for me...lol. I'll definitely post some pics as soon as I get to use the lens. It'll be in by Thursday. 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:

01-29-2007, 07:26 PM	#12
Alvin Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,517	Nice one Mo! That is definitely one of Pentax's "big guns" in that range. Can't wait to see it bolted on your camera. Better yet, can't wait to see some photos!

01-29-2007, 08:38 PM	#13
slip Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: 2 hours north of toronto ontario canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,535	could someone lend me a couple of grand? randy

01-29-2007, 08:46 PM	#14
vievetrick Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Easthampton - Massachusetts - USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,183	Lend forget that Give me a couple grand

01-29-2007, 10:51 PM	#15
roentarre Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 11,783	Oops, I must have missed the ebay listing altogether... It seems like a great lens. Not sure how different this lens will be comparing to Da* 16-50mm f2.8

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