Sigma 135mm f 1.8 ART!

SunnyG. · 08-18-2017, 01:04 PM

Is it possible that sigma will release the lens for k mount? Now that Pentax has a FF. Seeing those Canon and Nikon owners playing with the lens makes me kinda angry. What are your thoughts?

Adam · 08-18-2017, 01:11 PM

Sigma has said the answer is no. So unless they magically change their mind...

**jpzk** · 08-18-2017, 01:12 PM

Originally posted by SunnyG.

Is it possible that sigma will release the lens for k mount? Now that Pentax has a FF. Seeing those Canon and Nikon owners playing with the lens makes me kinda angry. What are your thoughts?

Maybe you'd have to "settle" for this:
SMC Pentax-A* 135mm F1.8 Reviews - A Prime Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

rr1736 · 08-18-2017, 01:17 PM

It appears Sigma is just writing off Pentax users which is a shame the Sigma lens I have are all quality products

**Madaboutpix** · 08-18-2017, 02:39 PM

Well, Sigma may have decided to write off Pentax; but it's not like there weren't any fast third-party 135mm telephotos out there with Pentax K Mount.

How about the Samyang 135mm F2 ED UMC? https://www.pentaxforums.com/userreviews/samyang-135mm-f20-ed-umc.html

Manual focus, sure, but otherwise likely not worlds apart from what the Sigma does. Clearly more affordable too, and, as far as Sanyang goes, pretty well-built.

Na Horuk · 08-18-2017, 02:46 PM

Luckily, Samyang 135mm has stellar reviews. Some claim it is sharpest lens they ever used. Manual focus, though.
Also, lots of 135mm legacy lenses available. Maybe not the answer you wanted, but I wouldn't wait for that Sigma to come for Kmount, as it probably never will

Adam · 08-18-2017, 02:47 PM

Originally posted by Madaboutpix

Well, Sigma may have decided to write off Pentax; but it's not like there weren't any fast third-party 135mm telephotos out there with Pentax K Mount.

How about the Samyang 135mm F2 ED UMC? Samyang 135mm F2.0 ED UMC Lens Reviews - Samyang Lenses - Pentax Lens Review Database

Manual focus, sure, but otherwise likely not worlds apart from what the Sigma does. Clearly more affordable too, and, as far as Sanyang goes, pretty well-built.

Yes, the Samyang offerings are all very sharp (not counting the 14mm on FF) and totally worth checking out.

Adam
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SunnyG. · 08-18-2017, 03:34 PM

---------- Post added 08-18-17 at 03:37 PM ----------

Originally posted by jpzk

Maybe you'd have to "settle" for this:
SMC Pentax-A* 135mm F1.8 Reviews - A Prime Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

I know about that lens it's a legend. And the price just scared me. Pentax lens used = 2000$ while sigma brand new lens is 1350$ otherwise that Pentax is my dream lens. It's amazing.

Adam · 08-18-2017, 04:17 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by SunnyG.

---------- Post added 08-18-17 at 03:37 PM ----------

I know about that lens it's a legend. And the price just scared me. Pentax lens used = 2000$ while sigma brand new lens is 1350$ otherwise that Pentax is my dream lens. It's amazing.

Some say the Pentax is worth every penny

**hjoseph7** · 08-19-2017, 11:18 AM

Historically, Pentax has a reputation for making stellar lenses, while Sigma has been a cheaper alternative until recently.

SunnyG. · 08-20-2017, 01:16 PM

Originally posted by Adam

Some say the Pentax is worth every penny

I hope so! Because Pentax ain't gonna release lenses like those! Too bad!

---------- Post added 08-20-17 at 01:19 PM ----------

Originally posted by hjoseph7

Historically, Pentax has a reputation for making stellar lenses, while Sigma has been a cheaper alternative until recently.

Yes Pentax does! But now I'm hearing Pentax is gonna sell re-branded high end tarmon lenses! So much for their pedigree in lens making! I hope Pentax makes some of it * lenses.

Adam · 08-21-2017, 09:43 AM

Originally posted by SunnyG.

Yes Pentax does! But now I'm hearing Pentax is gonna sell re-branded high end tarmon lenses! So much for their pedigree in lens making! I hope Pentax makes some of it * lenses.

I don't think they'd ever put a star on this re-badged lenses. But the recent 70-200mm D FA* is probably one of the sharpest telephotos they've ever put out. I'm just as excited for the upcoming 50mm and 85mm!

SunnyG. · 08-21-2017, 11:30 PM

Originally posted by Adam

I don't think they'd ever put a star on this re-badged lenses. But the recent 70-200mm D FA* is probably one of the sharpest telephotos they've ever put out. I'm just as excited for the upcoming 50mm and 85mm!

Well so am I. atleast now the 85mm FA and A lens price will come down

wanderer2 · 08-23-2017, 01:49 AM

If a person wanted the Sigma Art 135 (or any other Nikon F mount lens) badly enough for their Pentax couldn't they buy one in Nikon mount and then buy a Leitax Nikon to Pentax K adapter which costs about $79? There would be some work involved to mount the adapter on the lens. Perhaps I'm missing something but it seems to me this would work.

Nikon and Zeiss ZF lenses for Pentax cameras

zapp · 08-23-2017, 10:27 AM

I don't buy a Pentax camera to put Sigma glass on it.
I also don't buy a Pentax to put no glass on it :-)
Waiting for *****

08-18-2017, 01:04 PM	#1
SunnyG. Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Posts: 428	Sigma 135mm f 1.8 ART! Is it possible that sigma will release the lens for k mount? Now that Pentax has a FF. Seeing those Canon and Nikon owners playing with the lens makes me kinda angry. What are your thoughts?

08-18-2017, 01:11 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Sigma has said the answer is no. So unless they magically change their mind... 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:

08-18-2017, 03:34 PM	#8
SunnyG. Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Posts: 428 Original Poster	---------- Post added 08-18-17 at 03:37 PM ---------- Originally posted by jpzk Maybe you'd have to "settle" for this: SMC Pentax-A* 135mm F1.8 Reviews - A Prime Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database I know about that lens it's a legend. And the price just scared me. Pentax lens used = 2000$ while sigma brand new lens is 1350$ otherwise that Pentax is my dream lens. It's amazing. Last edited by Unregistered User 8; 08-18-2017 at 04:04 PM. Reason: remove swearing

08-18-2017, 04:17 PM - 1 Like	#9
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by SunnyG. ---------- Post added 08-18-17 at 03:37 PM ---------- I know about that lens it's a legend. And the price just scared me. Pentax lens used = 2000$ while sigma brand new lens is 1350$ otherwise that Pentax is my dream lens. It's amazing. Some say the Pentax is worth every penny 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:

08-21-2017, 09:43 AM	#12
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by SunnyG. Yes Pentax does! But now I'm hearing Pentax is gonna sell re-branded high end tarmon lenses! So much for their pedigree in lens making! I hope Pentax makes some of it * lenses. I don't think they'd ever put a star on this re-badged lenses. But the recent 70-200mm D FA* is probably one of the sharpest telephotos they've ever put out. I'm just as excited for the upcoming 50mm and 85mm! 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:

08-18-2017, 01:12 PM	#3
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by SunnyG. Is it possible that sigma will release the lens for k mount? Now that Pentax has a FF. Seeing those Canon and Nikon owners playing with the lens makes me kinda angry. What are your thoughts? Maybe you'd have to "settle" for this: SMC Pentax-A* 135mm F1.8 Reviews - A Prime Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

08-18-2017, 01:17 PM	#4
rr1736 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Chicago Illinois Photos: Albums Posts: 203	It appears Sigma is just writing off Pentax users which is a shame the Sigma lens I have are all quality products

08-18-2017, 02:39 PM	#5
Madaboutpix Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: North Rhine-Westphalia Posts: 1,440	Well, Sigma may have decided to write off Pentax; but it's not like there weren't any fast third-party 135mm telephotos out there with Pentax K Mount. How about the Samyang 135mm F2 ED UMC? https://www.pentaxforums.com/userreviews/samyang-135mm-f20-ed-umc.html Manual focus, sure, but otherwise likely not worlds apart from what the Sigma does. Clearly more affordable too, and, as far as Sanyang goes, pretty well-built.

08-18-2017, 02:46 PM	#6
Na Horuk Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Slovenia, probably Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,186	Luckily, Samyang 135mm has stellar reviews. Some claim it is sharpest lens they ever used. Manual focus, though. Also, lots of 135mm legacy lenses available. Maybe not the answer you wanted, but I wouldn't wait for that Sigma to come for Kmount, as it probably never will

08-18-2017, 02:47 PM	#7
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by Madaboutpix Well, Sigma may have decided to write off Pentax; but it's not like there weren't any fast third-party 135mm telephotos out there with Pentax K Mount. How about the Samyang 135mm F2 ED UMC? Samyang 135mm F2.0 ED UMC Lens Reviews - Samyang Lenses - Pentax Lens Review Database Manual focus, sure, but otherwise likely not worlds apart from what the Sigma does. Clearly more affordable too, and, as far as Sanyang goes, pretty well-built. Yes, the Samyang offerings are all very sharp (not counting the 14mm on FF) and totally worth checking out. 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:

08-19-2017, 11:18 AM	#10
hjoseph7 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2014 Location: Minnesota Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,047	Historically, Pentax has a reputation for making stellar lenses, while Sigma has been a cheaper alternative until recently.

08-20-2017, 01:16 PM	#11
SunnyG. Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Posts: 428 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam Some say the Pentax is worth every penny I hope so! Because Pentax ain't gonna release lenses like those! Too bad! ---------- Post added 08-20-17 at 01:19 PM ---------- Originally posted by hjoseph7 Historically, Pentax has a reputation for making stellar lenses, while Sigma has been a cheaper alternative until recently. Yes Pentax does! But now I'm hearing Pentax is gonna sell re-branded high end tarmon lenses! So much for their pedigree in lens making! I hope Pentax makes some of it * lenses.

08-21-2017, 11:30 PM	#13
SunnyG. Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Posts: 428 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam I don't think they'd ever put a star on this re-badged lenses. But the recent 70-200mm D FA* is probably one of the sharpest telephotos they've ever put out. I'm just as excited for the upcoming 50mm and 85mm! Well so am I. atleast now the 85mm FA and A lens price will come down

08-23-2017, 01:49 AM	#14
wanderer2 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Posts: 301	If a person wanted the Sigma Art 135 (or any other Nikon F mount lens) badly enough for their Pentax couldn't they buy one in Nikon mount and then buy a Leitax Nikon to Pentax K adapter which costs about $79? There would be some work involved to mount the adapter on the lens. Perhaps I'm missing something but it seems to me this would work. Nikon and Zeiss ZF lenses for Pentax cameras

08-23-2017, 10:27 AM	#15
zapp Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,385	I don't buy a Pentax camera to put Sigma glass on it. I also don't buy a Pentax to put no glass on it :-) Waiting for *****

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