FF wide prime choices

**RobA_Oz** · 07-17-2018, 03:41 PM

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

Sensei make a petal shaped 67mm hood which works very well. The only problem is the crappy plastic thread. If there was a metal version it would be perfect.

I currently use a saucer shaped B&W rubber hood with their typically fine engineering. It's a delight, but more inconvenient to pack.

I note that current prices for the FA20-35 on eBay are higher than for the FA20. Even if it’s slower than the FA20, at least the 20-35 has a modestly-sized hood.

Sandy Hancock · 07-17-2018, 03:45 PM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

I note that current prices for the FA20-35 on eBay are higher than for the FA20. Even if it’s slower than the FA20, at least the 20-35 has a modestly-sized hood.

Yes, the well-designed dedicated bayonet hood is a definite plus for the FA20-35. I have some regrets over selling my copy.

**Scorpio71GR** · 07-17-2018, 04:50 PM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

I note that current prices for the FA20-35 on eBay are higher than for the FA20. Even if it’s slower than the FA20, at least the 20-35 has a modestly-sized hood.

I just picked a FA 20-35 here in the United States for $379 in excellent condition. The was another one that was selling for $419, but it appears to be gone now. I know the price on some of those FA 20-35's seems a bit much. There are a couple of Tokina 20-35's in the Marketplace.

**RobA_Oz** · 07-18-2018, 01:19 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Scorpio71GR

I just picked a FA 20-35 here in the United States for $379 in excellent condition. The was another one that was selling for $419, but it appears to be gone now. I know the price on some of those FA 20-35's seems a bit much. There are a couple of Tokina 20-35's in the Marketplace.

There’s also a Pentax FA 20-35 in the Marketplace for a bit more, but US shipping only.

**RobA_Oz** · 07-18-2018, 04:29 AM

As an aside, I just read on another forum (no, not that one) that Canon’s 20/2.8 lens (presumably still available) hasn’t been updated since 1992. The Pentax FA20/2.8 was, according to the Lens Reviews data, first issued in 1995 and ceased production in 2004. We’ll have to wait until 2019 or later, so the Roadmap tells us, to see its successor.

bdery · 07-18-2018, 04:51 AM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

at least the 20-35 has a modestly-sized hood.

Having selected the 20-35 to replace the DA21 on full frame, I can tell you that I find its hood huge! Since I mostly use it at night, generally I don't use the hood.

**RobA_Oz** · 07-18-2018, 06:54 AM

Originally posted by bdery

Having selected the 20-35 to replace the DA21 on full frame, I can tell you that I find its hood huge! Since I mostly use it at night, generally I don't use the hood.

Ah, but have you seen the hood on the FA20?

bdery · 07-19-2018, 05:26 AM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

Ah, but have you seen the hood on the FA20?

No. I trust you that it's huge. Doesn't make the FA20-35's any smaller

**RobA_Oz** · 07-19-2018, 05:43 AM

Originally posted by bdery

No. I trust you that it's huge. Doesn't make the FA20-35's any smaller

Well, no. I’ve seen the FA20-35’s hood, so I take your point. What the FA20’s hood lacks in length, it more than makes up in diameter.

For the record, there’s an image on the Forum lens reviews:
SMC Pentax-FA 20mm F2.8 Lens Photo - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

For some reason, the picture doesn’t want to show up when I embed it.

bdery · 07-19-2018, 09:41 AM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

For the record, there’s an image on the Forum lens reviews:
SMC Pentax-FA 20mm F2.8 Lens Photo - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

Oh my goodness.

**UncleVanya** · 07-19-2018, 09:44 AM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

Well, no. I’ve seen the FA20-35’s hood, so I take your point. What the FA20’s hood lacks in length, it more than makes up in diameter.

For the record, there’s an image on the Forum lens reviews:
SMC Pentax-FA 20mm F2.8 Lens Photo - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

For some reason, the picture doesn’t want to show up when I embed it.

That honestly looks like the A* 85 hood just cut down to a short length.

**UncleVanya** · 07-19-2018, 09:47 AM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

For some reason, the picture doesn’t want to show up when I embed it.

Did you add the IMG tags? I didn't have a problem in my post.

**gofour3** · 07-19-2018, 09:58 AM - **1 Like**

The A20/2.8 also uses the same MH-RB 67mm metal screw-in hood, I was lucky enough to have one included with the A20/2.8 I bough on the forum.

Phil.

**monochrome** · 07-19-2018, 10:45 AM

Originally posted by gofour3

The A20/2.8 also uses the same MH-RB 67mm metal screw-in hood, I was lucky enough to have one included with the A20/2.8 I bough on the forum.

Phil.

I also have them. The A20/2.8 is fairly petite so the hood isn’t quite as extreme as it appears. The hood for the Takumar/K 24/3.5’s is a beast by comparison.

**gofour3** · 07-19-2018, 12:43 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

The A20/2.8 is fairly petite so the hood isn’t quite as extreme as it appears.

I have changed my lens buying prerequisites to include the OEM hood and case, if either are hard to find. It frustrates me enough that I'd rather wait for the perfect lens to show up for sale, than to just get one missing the necessary accessories. The A20/2.8 is a good example, you could find 10 for sale, but only two have the OEM hood included.

Phil.

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07-17-2018, 03:41 PM	#31
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,197	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock Sensei make a petal shaped 67mm hood which works very well. The only problem is the crappy plastic thread. If there was a metal version it would be perfect. I currently use a saucer shaped B&W rubber hood with their typically fine engineering. It's a delight, but more inconvenient to pack. I note that current prices for the FA20-35 on eBay are higher than for the FA20. Even if it’s slower than the FA20, at least the 20-35 has a modestly-sized hood.

07-17-2018, 03:45 PM	#32
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	Originally posted by RobA_Oz I note that current prices for the FA20-35 on eBay are higher than for the FA20. Even if it’s slower than the FA20, at least the 20-35 has a modestly-sized hood. Yes, the well-designed dedicated bayonet hood is a definite plus for the FA20-35. I have some regrets over selling my copy.

07-17-2018, 04:50 PM	#33
Scorpio71GR Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Michigan Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,005	Originally posted by RobA_Oz I note that current prices for the FA20-35 on eBay are higher than for the FA20. Even if it’s slower than the FA20, at least the 20-35 has a modestly-sized hood. I just picked a FA 20-35 here in the United States for $379 in excellent condition. The was another one that was selling for $419, but it appears to be gone now. I know the price on some of those FA 20-35's seems a bit much. There are a couple of Tokina 20-35's in the Marketplace.

07-18-2018, 01:19 AM - 1 Like	#34
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,197	Originally posted by Scorpio71GR I just picked a FA 20-35 here in the United States for $379 in excellent condition. The was another one that was selling for $419, but it appears to be gone now. I know the price on some of those FA 20-35's seems a bit much. There are a couple of Tokina 20-35's in the Marketplace. There’s also a Pentax FA 20-35 in the Marketplace for a bit more, but US shipping only.

07-18-2018, 04:29 AM	#35
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,197	As an aside, I just read on another forum (no, not that one) that Canon’s 20/2.8 lens (presumably still available) hasn’t been updated since 1992. The Pentax FA20/2.8 was, according to the Lens Reviews data, first issued in 1995 and ceased production in 2004. We’ll have to wait until 2019 or later, so the Roadmap tells us, to see its successor.

07-18-2018, 04:51 AM	#36
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	Originally posted by RobA_Oz at least the 20-35 has a modestly-sized hood. Having selected the 20-35 to replace the DA21 on full frame, I can tell you that I find its hood huge! Since I mostly use it at night, generally I don't use the hood.

07-18-2018, 06:54 AM	#37
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,197	Originally posted by bdery Having selected the 20-35 to replace the DA21 on full frame, I can tell you that I find its hood huge! Since I mostly use it at night, generally I don't use the hood. Ah, but have you seen the hood on the FA20?

07-19-2018, 05:26 AM	#38
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	Originally posted by RobA_Oz Ah, but have you seen the hood on the FA20? No. I trust you that it's huge. Doesn't make the FA20-35's any smaller

07-19-2018, 05:43 AM	#39
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,197	Originally posted by bdery No. I trust you that it's huge. Doesn't make the FA20-35's any smaller Well, no. I’ve seen the FA20-35’s hood, so I take your point. What the FA20’s hood lacks in length, it more than makes up in diameter. For the record, there’s an image on the Forum lens reviews: SMC Pentax-FA 20mm F2.8 Lens Photo - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database For some reason, the picture doesn’t want to show up when I embed it.

07-19-2018, 09:41 AM	#40
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	Originally posted by RobA_Oz For the record, there’s an image on the Forum lens reviews: SMC Pentax-FA 20mm F2.8 Lens Photo - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database Oh my goodness.

07-19-2018, 09:44 AM	#41
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,401	Originally posted by RobA_Oz Well, no. I’ve seen the FA20-35’s hood, so I take your point. What the FA20’s hood lacks in length, it more than makes up in diameter. For the record, there’s an image on the Forum lens reviews: SMC Pentax-FA 20mm F2.8 Lens Photo - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database For some reason, the picture doesn’t want to show up when I embed it. That honestly looks like the A* 85 hood just cut down to a short length.

07-19-2018, 09:47 AM	#42
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,401	Originally posted by RobA_Oz For some reason, the picture doesn’t want to show up when I embed it. Did you add the IMG tags? I didn't have a problem in my post.

07-19-2018, 09:58 AM - 1 Like	#43
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,090	The A20/2.8 also uses the same MH-RB 67mm metal screw-in hood, I was lucky enough to have one included with the A20/2.8 I bough on the forum. Phil.

07-19-2018, 10:45 AM	#44
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by gofour3 The A20/2.8 also uses the same MH-RB 67mm metal screw-in hood, I was lucky enough to have one included with the A20/2.8 I bough on the forum. Phil. I also have them. The A20/2.8 is fairly petite so the hood isn’t quite as extreme as it appears. The hood for the Takumar/K 24/3.5’s is a beast by comparison.

07-19-2018, 12:43 PM	#45
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,090	Originally posted by monochrome The A20/2.8 is fairly petite so the hood isn’t quite as extreme as it appears. I have changed my lens buying prerequisites to include the OEM hood and case, if either are hard to find. It frustrates me enough that I'd rather wait for the perfect lens to show up for sale, than to just get one missing the necessary accessories. The A20/2.8 is a good example, you could find 10 for sale, but only two have the OEM hood included. Phil.