Macro Lenses Suggestions

**DW58** · 01-23-2019, 08:13 AM - **1 Like**

Good choice Sharky. The HD DA 35mm Macro was the lens I bought with my first DSLR. The K-50. Besides macro it's a great all around lens. Now start saving for the D FA 100mm Macro WR.

**aslyfox** · 01-23-2019, 08:24 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by DW58

. . . Now start saving for the D FA 100mm Macro WR.

that is a very good lens as is the earlier versions - D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro, FA 100mm F2.8 and F 100mm F2.8 macro - which might be available for less $

" Specifications

The lens covers the full 24x36mm format, not just APS-C. The aperture blades are rounded, delivering a smoother bokeh which is important for a macro lens. However, unlike its predecessor, it has no aperture ring.

The optical design is the tried-and-proven formula of the previous generation D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro lens, which in turn had inherited the optical design from the well-respected FA 100mm F2.8 and F 100mm F2.8 macro lenses introduced in 1991 and 1987, respectively. None of these earlier lenses had rounded aperture blades. . . .

Read more at: Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 WR Macro Review - Specifications | PentaxForums.com Reviews

SharkyCA · 01-23-2019, 09:18 AM

Originally posted by aslyfox

so now, should the OP decide to post a photo and

not be able to find any other suitable thread, or decide to start one, this one is available:

Theory on DA 35mm ltd 'greatest lens ever' (?) tag - PentaxForums.com

Thanks! Subscribed to thread and will post as soon as my new lens arrives!

SharkyCA · 01-24-2019, 09:00 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by SharkyCA

Okay group, having a gas attack! I am shooting w/k-70 and I currently have 2 lenses 18-135, and 55-300 mm lenses.
I would like to get a lens for MACRO & was thinking about DA 35 Ltd Macro but was concerned about "subject distance" so I am ASKING FOR ADVICE! Please keep it short I don't want to be overwhelmed.

So group I bit the bullet and ordered the HD DA 35ltd. Macro from B&H price I thought was good as it was $107.00 off at $389.00!

Well today it is $117.00 off at $379.00 B&H photo was great they agreed to give me todays price on my order from yesterday and I am a happy camper, can't wait for it to get here!
Pentax HD Pentax DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited Lens (Black) 21450

SharkyCA · 01-28-2019, 12:30 PM - **2 Likes**

Got it today!

First photo!

swanlefitte · 01-28-2019, 03:37 PM

Congrats. Out of curiosity how far is the front element from the apple?

SharkyCA · 01-28-2019, 04:52 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by swanlefitte

Congrats. Out of curiosity how far is the front element from the apple?

Thanks!
I didn't think to measure it but give or take an inch about 6" to the front element. Camera set on "scene mode" Macro.

Another sample here!
Apple | SharkyCA | Flickr

Last edited by SharkyCA; 01-28-2019 at 04:55 PM. Reason: Add Image link

Mercifulfate · 01-29-2019, 06:18 PM - **1 Like**

I am really surprised no one has said anything about the Takumar 50mm and 100mm MACRO lenses. They do such a phenomenal job with Macro work. Even more so when you add them to a bellows or extension tubes.

MACRO-TAKUMAR-100mm-F4-Macro

Macro-Takumar-50mm

bassek · 01-30-2019, 03:12 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Mercifulfate

I am really surprised no one has said anything about the Takumar 50mm and 100mm MACRO lenses. They do such a phenomenal job with Macro work. Even more so when you add them to a bellows or extension tubes.

MACRO-TAKUMAR-100mm-F4-Macro

Macro-Takumar-50mm

I might suggest the M100/4 as well, more common and decently affordable too. I have used it on my bellows sometimes.

Seb

SharkyCA · 02-01-2019, 08:46 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by DW58

Good choice Sharky. The HD DA 35mm Macro was the lens I bought with my first DSLR. The K-50. Besides macro it's a great all around lens. Now start saving for the D FA 100mm Macro WR.

Originally posted by aslyfox

that is a very good lens as is the earlier versions - D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro, FA 100mm F2.8 and F 100mm F2.8 macro - which might be available for less $

" Specifications

The lens covers the full 24x36mm format, not just APS-C. The aperture blades are rounded, delivering a smoother bokeh which is important for a macro lens. However, unlike its predecessor, it has no aperture ring.

The optical design is the tried-and-proven formula of the previous generation D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro lens, which in turn had inherited the optical design from the well-respected FA 100mm F2.8 and F 100mm F2.8 macro lenses introduced in 1991 and 1987, respectively. None of these earlier lenses had rounded aperture blades. . . .

Read more at: Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 WR Macro Review - Specifications | PentaxForums.com Reviews

Originally posted by swanlefitte

Congrats. Out of curiosity how far is the front element from the apple?

Originally posted by DW58

I have a K-70 and both the 35mm macro ltd and the 100mm macro WR. I use the 100mm for all my macro shots. Both are great lenses.

To all the members who helped me spend my money, I thank you here is the result, I hope to get years of enjoyment out of this lens!
Almonte Ontario - Pentax User Photo Gallery

**aslyfox** · 02-01-2019, 08:58 PM - **1 Like**

many of us take pride in advising others on how to spend their money

looks like you made a good choice

mickey · 02-09-2019, 03:45 AM - **1 Like**

I recently bought a used copy of the DA35 2.8.
I have been considering this lens fkr a long while deciding if i needed a longer lens or not.
I have the M100/4 macro which is good but 1:2.
I decided on the DA35 as a general purpose lens.
Very happy.

**aslyfox** · 02-09-2019, 04:23 AM

Originally posted by mickey

I recently bought a used copy of the DA35 2.8. . . . Very happy.

that is the goal - what makes you happy

SharkyCA · 02-10-2019, 05:46 AM

Originally posted by mickey

I recently bought a used copy of the DA35 2.8.
I have been considering this lens fkr a long while deciding if i needed a longer lens or not.
I have the M100/4 macro which is good but 1:2.
I decided on the DA35 as a general purpose lens.
Very happy.

I haven't had mine long but I think it is a great lens,hope you enjoy yours!

01-28-2019, 12:30 PM - 2 Likes	#65
SharkyCA Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 806 Original Poster	Got it today! First photo! Last edited by SharkyCA; 02-01-2019 at 05:57 AM. Reason: Change Image link

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01-23-2019, 08:13 AM - 1 Like	#61
DW58 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Rural Oregon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,062	Good choice Sharky. The HD DA 35mm Macro was the lens I bought with my first DSLR. The K-50. Besides macro it's a great all around lens. Now start saving for the D FA 100mm Macro WR.

01-23-2019, 08:24 AM - 1 Like	#62
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by DW58 . . . Now start saving for the D FA 100mm Macro WR. that is a very good lens as is the earlier versions - D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro, FA 100mm F2.8 and F 100mm F2.8 macro - which might be available for less $ " Specifications The lens covers the full 24x36mm format, not just APS-C. The aperture blades are rounded, delivering a smoother bokeh which is important for a macro lens. However, unlike its predecessor, it has no aperture ring. The optical design is the tried-and-proven formula of the previous generation D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro lens, which in turn had inherited the optical design from the well-respected FA 100mm F2.8 and F 100mm F2.8 macro lenses introduced in 1991 and 1987, respectively. None of these earlier lenses had rounded aperture blades. . . . Read more at: Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 WR Macro Review - Specifications \| PentaxForums.com Reviews

01-23-2019, 09:18 AM	#63
SharkyCA Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 806 Original Poster	Originally posted by aslyfox so now, should the OP decide to post a photo and not be able to find any other suitable thread, or decide to start one, this one is available: Theory on DA 35mm ltd 'greatest lens ever' (?) tag - PentaxForums.com Thanks! Subscribed to thread and will post as soon as my new lens arrives!

01-24-2019, 09:00 AM - 1 Like	#64
SharkyCA Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 806 Original Poster	Originally posted by SharkyCA Okay group, having a gas attack! I am shooting w/k-70 and I currently have 2 lenses 18-135, and 55-300 mm lenses. I would like to get a lens for MACRO & was thinking about DA 35 Ltd Macro but was concerned about "subject distance" so I am ASKING FOR ADVICE! Please keep it short I don't want to be overwhelmed. So group I bit the bullet and ordered the HD DA 35ltd. Macro from B&H price I thought was good as it was $107.00 off at $389.00! Well today it is $117.00 off at $379.00 B&H photo was great they agreed to give me todays price on my order from yesterday and I am a happy camper, can't wait for it to get here! Pentax HD Pentax DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited Lens (Black) 21450

01-28-2019, 03:37 PM	#66
swanlefitte Pentaxian Join Date: May 2015 Location: Minneapolis Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,068	Congrats. Out of curiosity how far is the front element from the apple?

01-28-2019, 04:52 PM - 1 Like	#67
SharkyCA Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 806 Original Poster	Originally posted by swanlefitte Congrats. Out of curiosity how far is the front element from the apple? Thanks! I didn't think to measure it but give or take an inch about 6" to the front element. Camera set on "scene mode" Macro. Another sample here! Apple \| SharkyCA \| Flickr Last edited by SharkyCA; 01-28-2019 at 04:55 PM. Reason: Add Image link

01-29-2019, 06:18 PM - 1 Like	#68
Mercifulfate Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 92	I am really surprised no one has said anything about the Takumar 50mm and 100mm MACRO lenses. They do such a phenomenal job with Macro work. Even more so when you add them to a bellows or extension tubes. MACRO-TAKUMAR-100mm-F4-Macro Macro-Takumar-50mm

01-30-2019, 03:12 AM - 1 Like	#69
bassek Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 706	Originally posted by Mercifulfate I am really surprised no one has said anything about the Takumar 50mm and 100mm MACRO lenses. They do such a phenomenal job with Macro work. Even more so when you add them to a bellows or extension tubes. MACRO-TAKUMAR-100mm-F4-Macro Macro-Takumar-50mm I might suggest the M100/4 as well, more common and decently affordable too. I have used it on my bellows sometimes. Seb

02-01-2019, 08:46 PM - 1 Like	#70
SharkyCA Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 806 Original Poster	Originally posted by DW58 Good choice Sharky. The HD DA 35mm Macro was the lens I bought with my first DSLR. The K-50. Besides macro it's a great all around lens. Now start saving for the D FA 100mm Macro WR. Originally posted by aslyfox that is a very good lens as is the earlier versions - D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro, FA 100mm F2.8 and F 100mm F2.8 macro - which might be available for less $ " Specifications The lens covers the full 24x36mm format, not just APS-C. The aperture blades are rounded, delivering a smoother bokeh which is important for a macro lens. However, unlike its predecessor, it has no aperture ring. The optical design is the tried-and-proven formula of the previous generation D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro lens, which in turn had inherited the optical design from the well-respected FA 100mm F2.8 and F 100mm F2.8 macro lenses introduced in 1991 and 1987, respectively. None of these earlier lenses had rounded aperture blades. . . . Read more at: Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 WR Macro Review - Specifications \| PentaxForums.com Reviews Originally posted by swanlefitte Congrats. Out of curiosity how far is the front element from the apple? Originally posted by DW58 I have a K-70 and both the 35mm macro ltd and the 100mm macro WR. I use the 100mm for all my macro shots. Both are great lenses. To all the members who helped me spend my money, I thank you here is the result, I hope to get years of enjoyment out of this lens! Almonte Ontario - Pentax User Photo Gallery

02-01-2019, 08:58 PM - 1 Like	#71
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	many of us take pride in advising others on how to spend their money looks like you made a good choice

02-09-2019, 03:45 AM - 1 Like	#72
mickey Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Japan Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,146	I recently bought a used copy of the DA35 2.8. I have been considering this lens fkr a long while deciding if i needed a longer lens or not. I have the M100/4 macro which is good but 1:2. I decided on the DA35 as a general purpose lens. Very happy.

02-09-2019, 04:23 AM	#73
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by mickey I recently bought a used copy of the DA35 2.8. . . . Very happy. that is the goal - what makes you happy

02-10-2019, 05:46 AM	#74
SharkyCA Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 806 Original Poster	Originally posted by mickey I recently bought a used copy of the DA35 2.8. I have been considering this lens fkr a long while deciding if i needed a longer lens or not. I have the M100/4 macro which is good but 1:2. I decided on the DA35 as a general purpose lens. Very happy. I haven't had mine long but I think it is a great lens,hope you enjoy yours!

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