Finally a prime

**mikesbike** · 06-05-2021, 01:19 PM

Originally posted by ehrwien

Most primes aren't even prime... I can only think of the 31 and 43 which are actually prime... what about that?

:P

Ha ha! True, there are some "prime" lenses out there that aren't so good. Zoom lenses, however, have come a long way for quality imaging since those old days of the early zoom lenses. Many now are capable of delivering excellent results.

Transit · 06-05-2021, 06:16 PM

Very good :-)

**Kerrowdown** · 06-05-2021, 11:51 PM

Originally posted by dipo 1

Well excuse me for my lack of not using the right nomenclature, didn't mean to set the forum on fire, still an excellent lens, and I'm quite proud of it. And will be using it for a long time. If I spoke the language, which I don't know all of, you would see better photos or is that images, getting a little stuffy in here. However I understand what you mean, ain't the sharpest tack in the box but ain't stupid either. Yes GUB I know where the lens review is located.

At the end of the day words and opinions are the right of others... but as long as your happy with the quality of the imagery this lens gives you, that's really all that matters, enjoy it.

bilybianca · 06-06-2021, 01:20 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by dipo 1

Well I finally made the jump after studying the lens data base I decided to make the jump to a very nice lens it is the HD DA 55 -300MM ED WR lens. Bought it on the bay for a very reasonable amount, Have only had it a couple of days and just beginning to learn how to use. So far it has performed great, of course the photographer needs more practice, but then that's the fun of this game. Thanks to all for the great advice.

Congrats to your new acquisition! There will be more, trust my word...

Originally posted by ehrwien

Most primes aren't even prime... I can only think of the 31 and 43 which are actually prime... what about that?

:P

Well, even these have their limits...

(sorry, open goal)

Kjell

**TwoUptons** · 06-09-2021, 03:50 PM

Originally posted by dipo 1

Thanks to all for your comments,I have a K5 I'm old school, very old, have a spotmatic I bought in 71 went to digital in 2018. Has been a lot of fun learning how to use. Have posted photos here some good some no so good. Anything with DA in front of the nomenclature is a prime for me. Thanks again see u on the Froum

I think I got my first working Spotmatic in about 2016, so I’m a few years behind you there.
I did get my H1a 20+ years before that, so I’m with you on the M42 stuff

I think you’ll enjoy the 55-300. It’s worlds better than any screw mount zoom I’ve ever used.

-Eric

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06-05-2021, 01:19 PM	#16
mikesbike Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southeastern Michigan Posts: 4,549	Originally posted by ehrwien Most primes aren't even prime... I can only think of the 31 and 43 which are actually prime... what about that? :P Ha ha! True, there are some "prime" lenses out there that aren't so good. Zoom lenses, however, have come a long way for quality imaging since those old days of the early zoom lenses. Many now are capable of delivering excellent results.

06-05-2021, 06:16 PM	#17
Transit Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Whanganui NZ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,624	Very good :-)

06-05-2021, 11:51 PM	#18
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,818	Originally posted by dipo 1 Well excuse me for my lack of not using the right nomenclature, didn't mean to set the forum on fire, still an excellent lens, and I'm quite proud of it. And will be using it for a long time. If I spoke the language, which I don't know all of, you would see better photos or is that images, getting a little stuffy in here. However I understand what you mean, ain't the sharpest tack in the box but ain't stupid either. Yes GUB I know where the lens review is located. At the end of the day words and opinions are the right of others... but as long as your happy with the quality of the imagery this lens gives you, that's really all that matters, enjoy it.

06-06-2021, 01:20 PM - 1 Like	#19
bilybianca Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hassleholm, Sweden Photos: Gallery Posts: 334	Originally posted by dipo 1 Well I finally made the jump after studying the lens data base I decided to make the jump to a very nice lens it is the HD DA 55 -300MM ED WR lens. Bought it on the bay for a very reasonable amount, Have only had it a couple of days and just beginning to learn how to use. So far it has performed great, of course the photographer needs more practice, but then that's the fun of this game. Thanks to all for the great advice. Congrats to your new acquisition! There will be more, trust my word... Originally posted by ehrwien Most primes aren't even prime... I can only think of the 31 and 43 which are actually prime... what about that? :P Well, even these have their limits... (sorry, open goal) Kjell

06-09-2021, 03:50 PM	#20
TwoUptons Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2015 Photos: Albums Posts: 4,213	Originally posted by dipo 1 Thanks to all for your comments,I have a K5 I'm old school, very old, have a spotmatic I bought in 71 went to digital in 2018. Has been a lot of fun learning how to use. Have posted photos here some good some no so good. Anything with DA in front of the nomenclature is a prime for me. Thanks again see u on the Froum I think I got my first working Spotmatic in about 2016, so I’m a few years behind you there. I did get my H1a 20+ years before that, so I’m with you on the M42 stuff I think you’ll enjoy the 55-300. It’s worlds better than any screw mount zoom I’ve ever used. -Eric