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gabriel_bc · 08-30-2016, 06:47 PM

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It's a Rokinon 14/2.8, which should be a KA mount, correct? This lens looks like it's some other mount - anyone know?

Rokinon 14mm F2 8 Full Frame Ultra Wide Angle Lens FOR Pentax | eBay

Nick Siebers · 08-30-2016, 06:52 PM

I'm not 100% sure what it is, but I agree that that mount does not look like a K mount. And there is no "A" setting on the aperture ring, which the Pentax version should have. Box says for Pentax, but I don't think the lens is.

gabriel_bc · 08-30-2016, 06:53 PM

Originally posted by Nick Siebers

I'm not 100% sure what it is, but I agree that that mount does not look like a K mount. And there is no "A" setting on the aperture ring, which the Pentax version should have. Box says for Pentax, but I don't think the lens is.

By looking at the lettering on this lens, and comparing it to other photos online, I think it says NI on the barrel. Nikon? Nikon 1?

I've sent a message to the seller telling them it's not a Pentax mount.

stevebrot · 08-30-2016, 07:21 PM

The lens is Nikon F, but the box says Pentax K.

Steve

ScooterMaxi Jim · 08-30-2016, 07:45 PM

I wouldn't buy from a seller who doesn't list the mount properly.

Beyond that, the lens shown clearly is not K mount, so presumably not an option.

**THoog** · 08-30-2016, 08:08 PM

The seller also has a listing for a Rokinon 14/2.8 in Nikon mount. It looks like the "with box and bag" pictures are different (and correct for their respective mounts), but the "lens only" pictures are all the Nikon lens. Since they went to the effort to do different photographs of the lens with box, it may be just an honest mixup, although there is a long tradition of Samyang/Rokinon/Bower/whatever sellers (I'm talking B&H, Adorama, Amazon...) only having one picture for all versions of a lens.

gabriel_bc · 08-30-2016, 08:26 PM

The seller replied, and says it is a Pentax mount. I replied and told him it was a Nikon mount.

Dlanor Sekao · 08-30-2016, 08:50 PM

Its a Stupid Mixup most likely ? Ebay sellers are sometimes idiots about camera lenses even though they may have several for sale.....NOT A PENTAX GUARANTEED !!! The side mounted contacts are a dead giveaway its something else.....PASS ON IT !
You could always take a chance and buy it and when it actually shows up with a PK mount claim it as not as described/pictured and show the correct pictures instead of the Nikon mount listed.....Get it for FREE in a dispute !
Sure that's dirty and underhanded , but that will teach him a lesson to get his listings right.....Cheers !....

gabriel_bc · 08-30-2016, 09:05 PM

I think he's just lazy, and took pictures of his Nikon lens and used the pics for both listings.

Dlanor Sekao · 08-30-2016, 09:09 PM

Originally posted by gabriel_bc

I think he's just lazy, and took pictures of his Nikon lens and used the pics for both listings.

That's a No No on Ebay !
There is two things that make the World Go Round.....BIG Fishes and LITTLE Fishes......I would eat this one up in a split second given the chance !

gabriel_bc · 08-30-2016, 09:16 PM

How about everyone who sees this send him a message on ebay? <evil grin>

Dlanor Sekao · 08-30-2016, 09:20 PM

Originally posted by gabriel_bc

How about everyone who sees this send him a message on ebay? <evil grin>

Oh I'm sure this post will make it back to him through the PF Grapevine......lol..... Several here will make sure of that !
The last time something similar happened like this , someone was threatened with Federal Criminal Court !
I'm sure Parallax will be along soon with some Input and take my "Pot Stirring Stick" away ........lol.....

reh321 · 08-30-2016, 09:30 PM

Originally posted by gabriel_bc

How about everyone who sees this send him a message on ebay? <evil grin>

I've done it, and I even explained in short sentences of short words how eBay policies favor the buyers.

Adam · 08-30-2016, 09:32 PM

Originally posted by gabriel_bc

It's a Rokinon 14/2.8, which should be a KA mount, correct? This lens looks like it's some other mount - anyone know?

Rokinon 14mm F2 8 Full Frame Ultra Wide Angle Lens FOR Pentax | eBay

Says "NI" (Nikon) in one of the product photos. The main photo looks like the K mount, though.

Dlanor Sekao · 08-30-2016, 09:37 PM - **1 Like**

BTW......do yourself a favor and pass on ANY 14mm 2.8 Samyang or rebranded derivative for this lens. The chances are very high its up for sale for a "reason" such as decentered elements , or incorrect calibration.
Buy this one from a reputable dealer such as Adorama or B&H as a return is common.

08-30-2016, 06:47 PM	#1
gabriel_bc Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Langley, BC Photos: Gallery Posts: 550	Is this lens (on ebay) a Pentax K mount? 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. It's a Rokinon 14/2.8, which should be a KA mount, correct? This lens looks like it's some other mount - anyone know? Rokinon 14mm F2 8 Full Frame Ultra Wide Angle Lens FOR Pentax \| eBay

08-30-2016, 08:50 PM	#8
Dlanor Sekao Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 1,457	Its a Stupid Mixup most likely ? Ebay sellers are sometimes idiots about camera lenses even though they may have several for sale.....NOT A PENTAX GUARANTEED !!! The side mounted contacts are a dead giveaway its something else.....PASS ON IT ! You could always take a chance and buy it and when it actually shows up with a PK mount claim it as not as described/pictured and show the correct pictures instead of the Nikon mount listed.....Get it for FREE in a dispute ! Sure that's dirty and underhanded , but that will teach him a lesson to get his listings right.....Cheers !.... Last edited by Dlanor Sekao; 08-30-2016 at 09:02 PM.

08-30-2016, 09:20 PM	#12
Dlanor Sekao Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 1,457	Originally posted by gabriel_bc How about everyone who sees this send him a message on ebay? <evil grin> Oh I'm sure this post will make it back to him through the PF Grapevine......lol..... Several here will make sure of that ! The last time something similar happened like this , someone was threatened with Federal Criminal Court ! I'm sure Parallax will be along soon with some Input and take my "Pot Stirring Stick" away ........lol..... Last edited by Dlanor Sekao; 08-30-2016 at 10:05 PM.

08-30-2016, 09:32 PM	#14
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by gabriel_bc It's a Rokinon 14/2.8, which should be a KA mount, correct? This lens looks like it's some other mount - anyone know? Rokinon 14mm F2 8 Full Frame Ultra Wide Angle Lens FOR Pentax \| eBay Says "NI" (Nikon) in one of the product photos. The main photo looks like the K mount, though. 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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08-30-2016, 06:52 PM	#2
Nick Siebers Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Madison, WI Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,165	I'm not 100% sure what it is, but I agree that that mount does not look like a K mount. And there is no "A" setting on the aperture ring, which the Pentax version should have. Box says for Pentax, but I don't think the lens is.

08-30-2016, 06:53 PM	#3
gabriel_bc Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Langley, BC Photos: Gallery Posts: 550 Original Poster	Originally posted by Nick Siebers I'm not 100% sure what it is, but I agree that that mount does not look like a K mount. And there is no "A" setting on the aperture ring, which the Pentax version should have. Box says for Pentax, but I don't think the lens is. By looking at the lettering on this lens, and comparing it to other photos online, I think it says NI on the barrel. Nikon? Nikon 1? I've sent a message to the seller telling them it's not a Pentax mount.

08-30-2016, 07:21 PM	#4
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	The lens is Nikon F, but the box says Pentax K. Steve

08-30-2016, 07:45 PM	#5
ScooterMaxi Jim Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 1,520	I wouldn't buy from a seller who doesn't list the mount properly. Beyond that, the lens shown clearly is not K mount, so presumably not an option.

08-30-2016, 08:08 PM	#6
THoog Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,685	The seller also has a listing for a Rokinon 14/2.8 in Nikon mount. It looks like the "with box and bag" pictures are different (and correct for their respective mounts), but the "lens only" pictures are all the Nikon lens. Since they went to the effort to do different photographs of the lens with box, it may be just an honest mixup, although there is a long tradition of Samyang/Rokinon/Bower/whatever sellers (I'm talking B&H, Adorama, Amazon...) only having one picture for all versions of a lens.

08-30-2016, 08:26 PM	#7
gabriel_bc Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Langley, BC Photos: Gallery Posts: 550 Original Poster	The seller replied, and says it is a Pentax mount. I replied and told him it was a Nikon mount.

08-30-2016, 09:05 PM	#9
gabriel_bc Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Langley, BC Photos: Gallery Posts: 550 Original Poster	I think he's just lazy, and took pictures of his Nikon lens and used the pics for both listings.

08-30-2016, 09:09 PM	#10
Dlanor Sekao Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 1,457	Originally posted by gabriel_bc I think he's just lazy, and took pictures of his Nikon lens and used the pics for both listings. That's a No No on Ebay ! There is two things that make the World Go Round.....BIG Fishes and LITTLE Fishes......I would eat this one up in a split second given the chance !

08-30-2016, 09:16 PM	#11
gabriel_bc Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Langley, BC Photos: Gallery Posts: 550 Original Poster	How about everyone who sees this send him a message on ebay? <evil grin>

08-30-2016, 09:30 PM	#13
reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,186	Originally posted by gabriel_bc How about everyone who sees this send him a message on ebay? <evil grin> I've done it, and I even explained in short sentences of short words how eBay policies favor the buyers.

08-30-2016, 09:37 PM - 1 Like	#15
Dlanor Sekao Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 1,457	BTW......do yourself a favor and pass on ANY 14mm 2.8 Samyang or rebranded derivative for this lens. The chances are very high its up for sale for a "reason" such as decentered elements , or incorrect calibration. Buy this one from a reputable dealer such as Adorama or B&H as a return is common.

Is this lens (on ebay) a Pentax K mount?

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