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i83N · 01-24-2015, 12:53 AM

So Tamron is having a pre oder for its new wide zoom lens SP 15-30MM F/2.8 DI . I’m not even hoping for them to make it K mount lens and I’m not hoping that Pentax makes something similar, but we got Sigmas’s 18-35 after a year.

Nicolas06 · 01-24-2015, 04:32 AM

Originally posted by i83N

So Tamron is having a pre oder for its new wide zoom lens SP 15-30MM F/2.8 DI . I’m not even hoping for them to make it K mount lens and I’m not hoping that Pentax makes something similar, but we got Sigmas’s 18-35 after a year.

I thin tamron do not release new lenses. But this look like a lense made for FF, not with APSC in mind... I mean on APSC wouldn't 16-50 f/2.8 be more interresting or 12-24?

Paul the Sunman · 01-24-2015, 04:38 AM

Originally posted by i83N

So Tamron is having a pre oder for its new wide zoom lens SP 15-30MM F/2.8 DI . I’m not even hoping for them to make it K mount lens and I’m not hoping that Pentax makes something similar, but we got Sigmas’s 18-35 after a year.

The Pentax lens roadmap has a ~12-28 on it. I guess we can expect it this year, presumably as a replacement for the 12-24.

thibs · 01-24-2015, 05:39 AM

Originally posted by Nicolas06

I thin tamron do not release new lenses. But this look like a lense made for FF, not with APSC in mind... I mean on APSC wouldn't 16-50 f/2.8 be more interresting or 12-24?

SP DI means FF indeed.

Nicolas06 · 01-24-2015, 05:49 AM

Originally posted by Paul the Sunman

The Pentax lens roadmap has a ~12-28 on it. I guess we can expect it this year, presumably as a replacement for the 12-24.

The 12-28 look like an interresting range. Still It has been on the roadmap for quite some time already. I don't know if this is still their priority or maybe they want to ensure all 12-24 from last batches are sold before?

thibs · 01-24-2015, 07:00 AM

Good question, no moves no talk about this lens for quite a time now.

lesmore49 · 01-24-2015, 07:11 AM - **1 Like**

I have a Pentax12-24. Yes it's an F 4, which may not be fast enough for some. But for my purposes, it's an excellent lens.

alexcox · 01-24-2015, 07:49 AM

Has 183N used the 10-17mm or the 12-24mm? Both lenses are excellent. If another wide zoom is coming, I would prefer weather sealing over the extra stop.

Parallax · 01-24-2015, 09:15 AM - **1 Like**

Not news or rumor. Moved to the proper forum.

D1N0 · 01-24-2015, 11:13 AM

It's on the roadmap. DA wide zoom. 12-28 most likely and it may even look like this (with a red ring instead of a golden one):

i83N · 01-24-2015, 12:34 PM

Originally posted by alexcox

Has 183N used the 10-17mm or the 12-24mm? Both lenses are excellent. If another wide zoom is coming, I would prefer weather sealing over the extra stop.

Yes I use 10-17mm regularly, still fish-eye has to much aberration for me.

lesmore49 · 01-24-2015, 04:10 PM

Originally posted by i83N

Yes I use 10-17mm regularly, still fish-eye has to much aberration for me.

I would suggest try using it at 17 mm and physically work the angles, by moving up and down...while checking the viewfinder for the effect you're looking for. I've had this wonderful lens for about 5 years...but it is a lens that is a challenge to use....however if you 'work' it right you can get some magnificent wide angle shots....unlike any other lens can produce.

totsmuyco · 01-25-2015, 12:33 AM

I recently ordered a Sigma 10-20. I got tired of waiting for the 12-28. Anyway the current 12-24 isn't WR. Why should I pay double for it?.

Nicolas06 · 01-25-2015, 01:20 AM

Originally posted by totsmuyco

I recently ordered a Sigma 10-20. I got tired of waiting for the 12-28. Anyway the current 12-24 isn't WR. Why should I pay double for it?.

Depends of your needs

. Focal lenses you like and the quality you need.

01-24-2015, 12:53 AM	#1
i83N Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lithuania Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,203	Any chances we get new wide zoom? So Tamron is having a pre oder for its new wide zoom lens SP 15-30MM F/2.8 DI . I’m not even hoping for them to make it K mount lens and I’m not hoping that Pentax makes something similar, but we got Sigmas’s 18-35 after a year.

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01-24-2015, 04:32 AM	#2
Nicolas06 Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 4,854	Originally posted by i83N So Tamron is having a pre oder for its new wide zoom lens SP 15-30MM F/2.8 DI . I’m not even hoping for them to make it K mount lens and I’m not hoping that Pentax makes something similar, but we got Sigmas’s 18-35 after a year. I thin tamron do not release new lenses. But this look like a lense made for FF, not with APSC in mind... I mean on APSC wouldn't 16-50 f/2.8 be more interresting or 12-24?

01-24-2015, 04:38 AM	#3
Paul the Sunman Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,847	Originally posted by i83N So Tamron is having a pre oder for its new wide zoom lens SP 15-30MM F/2.8 DI . I’m not even hoping for them to make it K mount lens and I’m not hoping that Pentax makes something similar, but we got Sigmas’s 18-35 after a year. The Pentax lens roadmap has a ~12-28 on it. I guess we can expect it this year, presumably as a replacement for the 12-24.

01-24-2015, 05:39 AM	#4
thibs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Belgium Photos: Albums Posts: 7,001	Originally posted by Nicolas06 I thin tamron do not release new lenses. But this look like a lense made for FF, not with APSC in mind... I mean on APSC wouldn't 16-50 f/2.8 be more interresting or 12-24? SP DI means FF indeed.

01-24-2015, 05:49 AM	#5
Nicolas06 Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 4,854	Originally posted by Paul the Sunman The Pentax lens roadmap has a ~12-28 on it. I guess we can expect it this year, presumably as a replacement for the 12-24. The 12-28 look like an interresting range. Still It has been on the roadmap for quite some time already. I don't know if this is still their priority or maybe they want to ensure all 12-24 from last batches are sold before?

01-24-2015, 07:00 AM	#6
thibs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Belgium Photos: Albums Posts: 7,001	Good question, no moves no talk about this lens for quite a time now.

01-24-2015, 07:11 AM - 1 Like	#7
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	I have a Pentax12-24. Yes it's an F 4, which may not be fast enough for some. But for my purposes, it's an excellent lens.

01-24-2015, 07:49 AM	#8
alexcox Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Colestin, OR Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 79	Has 183N used the 10-17mm or the 12-24mm? Both lenses are excellent. If another wide zoom is coming, I would prefer weather sealing over the extra stop.

01-24-2015, 09:15 AM - 1 Like	#9
Parallax Senior Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: South Dakota Photos: Gallery Posts: 19,333	Not news or rumor. Moved to the proper forum.

01-24-2015, 11:13 AM	#10
D1N0 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Location: --- Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,802	It's on the roadmap. DA wide zoom. 12-28 most likely and it may even look like this (with a red ring instead of a golden one):

01-24-2015, 12:34 PM	#11
i83N Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lithuania Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,203 Original Poster	Originally posted by alexcox Has 183N used the 10-17mm or the 12-24mm? Both lenses are excellent. If another wide zoom is coming, I would prefer weather sealing over the extra stop. Yes I use 10-17mm regularly, still fish-eye has to much aberration for me.

01-24-2015, 04:10 PM	#12
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	Originally posted by i83N Yes I use 10-17mm regularly, still fish-eye has to much aberration for me. I would suggest try using it at 17 mm and physically work the angles, by moving up and down...while checking the viewfinder for the effect you're looking for. I've had this wonderful lens for about 5 years...but it is a lens that is a challenge to use....however if you 'work' it right you can get some magnificent wide angle shots....unlike any other lens can produce.

01-25-2015, 12:33 AM	#13
totsmuyco Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Iloilo City Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,276	I recently ordered a Sigma 10-20. I got tired of waiting for the 12-28. Anyway the current 12-24 isn't WR. Why should I pay double for it?.

01-25-2015, 01:20 AM	#14
Nicolas06 Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 4,854	Originally posted by totsmuyco I recently ordered a Sigma 10-20. I got tired of waiting for the 12-28. Anyway the current 12-24 isn't WR. Why should I pay double for it?. Depends of your needs . Focal lenses you like and the quality you need.

Any chances we get new wide zoom?

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