prime, prime, everywhere a prime...

**pepperberry farm** · 08-19-2018, 06:18 AM - **5 Likes**

Originally posted by ChristianRock

That is useful, thanks!

Or maybe I should save up for the DA 35 Limited... lol

Or get one old manual ffocus

Losing a light stop or two doesn't really excite me.

Christian, this old Vivitar macro that arrived yesterday is capable of stunning detail - it does not like the combination of strong light + reds, but anything beyond that is SHARP....

now, I'm not going to trade in my Tamron 72B for it, but it's quite capable...

**paulh** · 08-19-2018, 08:28 AM

drainage...Tamron 02B (28mm) on *ist D:

**aslyfox** · 08-19-2018, 11:42 AM - **2 Likes**

almost head on pollinator

K 3 II + SMC Pentax-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited

**pepperberry farm** · 08-20-2018, 03:04 AM

shots of the new lens (Vivitar (Komine) 55mm f2.8 Macro), with an SMC A 50mm f1.4 for comparison purposes:

and the Vivitar's party piece, the full extension at 1:1

this is the first lens I've had that the focus ring spins beyond a full 360*

**pepperberry farm** · 08-20-2018, 03:09 AM

the lens is in surprisingly-good shape, given its age

even has the original slip-on cap.... which is responsible for the slight rubbing marks at the top edge of the barrel you see in these shots

all the mechanics are in good shape - the focus ring is well-damped and does not stick or bind anywhere in its ridiculously-large path, nice snickety from the aperture ring....

only two faults that I've found: there is a cleaning mark/scuff on the bottom element (you can see it if the light is right, but hasn't appeared in any shots) and the focus ring grip is loose - if I don't grip it intentionally, it will spin in my hand...

**pepperberry farm** · 08-20-2018, 03:13 AM - **2 Likes**

summer thunderstorms

this is the tail end of a series of storms that kicked-off tornado warnings across four states - highly unusual for this late in the year...

**paulh** · 08-20-2018, 08:46 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

shots of the new lens (Vivitar (Komine) 55mm f2.8 Macro)

Very nice! I have a Vivitar (Komine) 28/2.8 closefocus that also impresses me with it's build and IQ.

An interactive fountain seen at Founders Plaza observation area, DFW Airport. Tamron 02B (28mm) on *ist D:

**ivanvernon** · 08-20-2018, 10:33 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

shots of the new lens (Vivitar (Komine) 55mm f2.8 Macro), with an SMC A 50mm f1.4 for comparison purposes:

and the Vivitar's party piece, the full extension at 1:1

this is the first lens I've had that the focus ring spins beyond a full 360*

In second photo, measuring cookies may be developing slight case of Peyronies disease?

timw4mail · 08-20-2018, 10:48 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

the lens is in surprisingly-good shape, given its age

even has the original slip-on cap.... which is responsible for the slight rubbing marks at the top edge of the barrel you see in these shots

all the mechanics are in good shape - the focus ring is well-damped and does not stick or bind anywhere in its ridiculously-large path, nice snickety from the aperture ring....

only two faults that I've found: there is a cleaning mark/scuff on the bottom element (you can see it if the light is right, but hasn't appeared in any shots) and the focus ring grip is loose - if I don't grip it intentionally, it will spin in my hand...

I found my M42 copy in a local camera shop, in as good, or better condition. I'm not one to generally go for a Vivitar, but I couldn't resist a 1:1 50mm macro lens.

**pepperberry farm** · 08-21-2018, 03:11 AM - **7 Likes**

**paulh** · 08-21-2018, 08:15 AM

grassy field, gloomy day - Tamron 02B (28mm) on *ist D:

**kernos** · 08-21-2018, 09:32 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

Really nice shots. Love the colors and the detail.

**pepperberry farm** · 08-21-2018, 09:35 AM

Originally posted by kernos

Really nice shots. Love the colors and the detail.

thank you...

**paulh** · 08-21-2018, 04:50 PM - **1 Like**

New Years Day 2017 at the creek. Image 28/2.8 on *ist D:

neilphotograph · 08-21-2018, 07:44 PM

Yeah just get the 31mm it’s the best prime everrr...

08-20-2018, 03:04 AM	#4234
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660 Original Poster	K-3 with HD DA 35mm f2.8 Macro Limited shots of the new lens (Vivitar (Komine) 55mm f2.8 Macro), with an SMC A 50mm f1.4 for comparison purposes: and the Vivitar's party piece, the full extension at 1:1 this is the first lens I've had that the focus ring spins beyond a full 360*

08-20-2018, 03:09 AM	#4235
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660 Original Poster	K-3 with HD DA 35mm f2.8 Macro Limited the lens is in surprisingly-good shape, given its age even has the original slip-on cap.... which is responsible for the slight rubbing marks at the top edge of the barrel you see in these shots all the mechanics are in good shape - the focus ring is well-damped and does not stick or bind anywhere in its ridiculously-large path, nice snickety from the aperture ring.... only two faults that I've found: there is a cleaning mark/scuff on the bottom element (you can see it if the light is right, but hasn't appeared in any shots) and the focus ring grip is loose - if I don't grip it intentionally, it will spin in my hand...

08-20-2018, 03:13 AM - 2 Likes	#4236
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660 Original Poster	K-3 with Tamron Adaptall-2 01BB summer thunderstorms this is the tail end of a series of storms that kicked-off tornado warnings across four states - highly unusual for this late in the year...

08-21-2018, 03:11 AM - 7 Likes	#4240
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660 Original Poster	K-3 with Tamron Adaptall-2 01BB

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08-19-2018, 06:18 AM - 5 Likes	#4231
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660 Original Poster	Originally posted by ChristianRock That is useful, thanks! Or maybe I should save up for the DA 35 Limited... lol Or get one old manual ffocus Losing a light stop or two doesn't really excite me. Christian, this old Vivitar macro that arrived yesterday is capable of stunning detail - it does not like the combination of strong light + reds, but anything beyond that is SHARP.... now, I'm not going to trade in my Tamron 72B for it, but it's quite capable...

08-19-2018, 08:28 AM	#4232
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,262	drainage...Tamron 02B (28mm) on *ist D:

08-20-2018, 08:46 AM - 1 Like	#4237
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,262	Originally posted by pepperberry farm shots of the new lens (Vivitar (Komine) 55mm f2.8 Macro) Very nice! I have a Vivitar (Komine) 28/2.8 closefocus that also impresses me with it's build and IQ. An interactive fountain seen at Founders Plaza observation area, DFW Airport. Tamron 02B (28mm) on *ist D:

08-20-2018, 10:33 AM - 1 Like	#4238
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Originally posted by pepperberry farm shots of the new lens (Vivitar (Komine) 55mm f2.8 Macro), with an SMC A 50mm f1.4 for comparison purposes: and the Vivitar's party piece, the full extension at 1:1 this is the first lens I've had that the focus ring spins beyond a full 360* In second photo, measuring cookies may be developing slight case of Peyronies disease?

08-20-2018, 10:48 AM - 1 Like	#4239
timw4mail Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Driving a Mirage Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,670	Originally posted by pepperberry farm the lens is in surprisingly-good shape, given its age even has the original slip-on cap.... which is responsible for the slight rubbing marks at the top edge of the barrel you see in these shots all the mechanics are in good shape - the focus ring is well-damped and does not stick or bind anywhere in its ridiculously-large path, nice snickety from the aperture ring.... only two faults that I've found: there is a cleaning mark/scuff on the bottom element (you can see it if the light is right, but hasn't appeared in any shots) and the focus ring grip is loose - if I don't grip it intentionally, it will spin in my hand... I found my M42 copy in a local camera shop, in as good, or better condition. I'm not one to generally go for a Vivitar, but I couldn't resist a 1:1 50mm macro lens.

08-21-2018, 08:15 AM	#4241
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,262	grassy field, gloomy day - Tamron 02B (28mm) on *ist D:

08-21-2018, 09:32 AM - 1 Like	#4242
kernos Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 456	Originally posted by pepperberry farm Really nice shots. Love the colors and the detail.

08-21-2018, 09:35 AM	#4243
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,660 Original Poster	Originally posted by kernos Really nice shots. Love the colors and the detail. thank you...

08-21-2018, 04:50 PM - 1 Like	#4244
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,262	New Years Day 2017 at the creek. Image 28/2.8 on *ist D:

08-21-2018, 07:44 PM	#4245
neilphotograph New Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Kittredge, CO Posts: 20	Yeah just get the 31mm it’s the best prime everrr...

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