Originally posted by repaap It will be interesting to see what will come out after this HD FA 35, I have SMC FA 35 and FA 31. When you stop down both of lenses difference is not 'that' big. 6 blades vs 6 is obvious. HD coatings on FA 31 would be interesting. and on all FA limiteds.
I find this true for a lot of lenses. The DFA50 vs FA43 for example, the DFA wipes the floor with the FA43 at all the open wide shots, but things get a little more even when stopped down. Of course the DFA50 is the clear winner in every regards, but the race is tighter for sure when stopped down.
I would very much like to see some sample shots of the FA35 and FA31 at their widest apertures, just to see how different 31/1.8 vs 35/2 can be (as those would be the apertures I would more often than not use). Feel free to entertain me anytime!