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Bramela · 12-31-2008, 12:46 PM

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I would say this thread would be the worst dose of LBA injection ever

So many lenses, so limited means.

My favourite, of the Pentax lenses I have experienced thus far, is without doubt the DA*50-135. There may be better out there, but I haven't experienced them, so I will stick with what I know

sagar · 12-31-2008, 01:08 PM

I swar Bramela. I never imagined it would get so many replies, I just thought of getting some feedback on what's favor of the month

But we got quite a good infomration and lenses...now I need to search for cash $$$

séamuis · 12-31-2008, 02:16 PM

Originally posted by sagar

I swar Bramela. I never imagined it would get so many replies, I just thought of getting some feedback on what's favor of the month

But we got quite a good infomration and lenses...now I need to search for cash $$$

thats the problem with Pentax... too many great lenses. im sure the other brands can say the same thing but...Pentax lenses are something else.

rvannatta · 12-31-2008, 08:26 PM

My nomination is quite rare SMC Pentax 28mm F2. It was somewhat large and heavy, but I used it for over 20 years with My K2.

Blue · 12-31-2008, 08:44 PM

Originally posted by rvannatta

My nomination is quite rare SMC Pentax 28mm F2. It was somewhat large and heavy, but I used it for over 20 years with My K2.

In the context of the K2, you will get no argument from me! My favorite lens for my K2 is the SMC M 50mm f1.4.

fearview · 12-31-2008, 08:47 PM

fa 50 1.4

very useful

--

my k 50 1.2 come at second place

**monochrome** · 12-31-2008, 10:43 PM

Originally posted by rvannatta

My nomination is quite rare SMC Pentax 28mm F2. It was somewhat large and heavy, but I used it for over 20 years with My K2.

Or the K28/3.5 - a bit slower, a bit sharper

Originally posted by Blue

In the context of the K2, you will get no argument from me! My favorite lens for my K2 is the SMC M 50mm f1.4.

The f/2.0 is a $500 lens http://cgi.ebay.com/Pentax-2-28-SMC-for-pentax-K_W0QQitemZ350147351473QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item350147351473&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A4|65%3A1|39%3A1|240%3A1318

legacyb4 · 12-31-2008, 10:59 PM

Out of what I own, I would probably have to say the 43mm followed closely by the 85mm (haven't had the opportunity to use it much yet); the 43mm for the IQ, size and build quality & feel and the 85mm just because!

Blue · 12-31-2008, 11:01 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

. . .

The f/2.0 is a $500 lens http://cgi.ebay.com/Pentax-2-28-SMC-for-pentax-K_W0QQitemZ350147351473QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item350147351473&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A4|65%3A1|39%3A1|240%3A1318

I have had it in my "watch" list.

Its not going to happen though.

Chyn · 01-01-2009, 02:14 AM

I love my DA40. Along with the DS, it makes such a sweet, compact walkabout setup.

A close second would be my A50/1.7, the first Pentax lens that I owned. Its signature is irreplaceable.

drewdlephone · 01-01-2009, 12:25 PM

I love my SMC Tak 55/1.8. Great results on either camera, though I prefer it's 35mm field of view as opposed to the cropped-sensor field of view. I would like to find an SMC Tak 50/1.4 just to see what difference it makes.

The 55 is definitely my fav though.

**GaryM** · 01-01-2009, 01:32 PM

Even though I don't use it as much as other focal lengths, the DA70 would have to be my favorite. It just seems to absolutely nail anything it's pointed at. A pure pleasure to use!

TourDeForce · 01-01-2009, 04:26 PM

Originally posted by ftpaddict

A 50mm f/1.7!

Best bang for the buck out there.

I've done my best work with that Pentax lens on film and digital. Can't say enough for for it. Sharp, fast, versatile, smooth, cheap, and color the envy of the industry.

Love it so much I now have an FA version, but rarely use it for work 'cause I'm so comfortable with the old A series manual focus. Other photographers (Pentax or otherwise) snicker when they see me twisting away with the little 50mm, but then marvel at the results compared to their setups.

I have a favorite zoom too. the FA 28-105 for the Power Zoom cameras. It's a bit heavy, but the performance has never let me down. The range is just about ideal for work outside.

Abbazz · 01-01-2009, 05:29 PM

Originally posted by rvannatta

My nomination is quite rare SMC Pentax 28mm F2. It was somewhat large and heavy, but I used it for over 20 years with My K2.

Originally posted by monochrome

The f/2.0 is a $500 lens http://cgi.ebay.com/Pentax-2-28-SMC-for-pentax-K_W0QQitemZ350147351473QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item350147351473&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A4|65%3A1|39%3A1|240%3A1318

The superb 28/2 is not really a Pentax lens, it's a Zeiss design ("Hollywood" Distagon):
SMC* PENTAX* 28mm f

Happy new year to everyone! Cheers!

Abbazz

**rparmar** · 01-01-2009, 05:32 PM

Originally posted by creampuff

A picture is worth a thousand words...

Or in that case, the picture is worth 1000 pounds sterling (or more)! And please don't tell me you took the shot with your third FA77.

I think it's plain to see from the responses that the best lens is whichever FA Limited is on your camera.

Right now that means I must vote FA43.

12-31-2008, 08:26 PM	#64
rvannatta Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Apiary, Oregon Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,181	SMC Pentax 28mm F2 My nomination is quite rare SMC Pentax 28mm F2. It was somewhat large and heavy, but I used it for over 20 years with My K2.

01-01-2009, 04:26 PM	#73
TourDeForce Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 514	Originally posted by ftpaddict A 50mm f/1.7! Best bang for the buck out there. I've done my best work with that Pentax lens on film and digital. Can't say enough for for it. Sharp, fast, versatile, smooth, cheap, and color the envy of the industry. Love it so much I now have an FA version, but rarely use it for work 'cause I'm so comfortable with the old A series manual focus. Other photographers (Pentax or otherwise) snicker when they see me twisting away with the little 50mm, but then marvel at the results compared to their setups. I have a favorite zoom too. the FA 28-105 for the Power Zoom cameras. It's a bit heavy, but the performance has never let me down. The range is just about ideal for work outside. Last edited by TourDeForce; 01-01-2009 at 04:28 PM. Reason: deletion

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12-31-2008, 12:46 PM	#61
Bramela Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Newcastle Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,284	Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. I would say this thread would be the worst dose of LBA injection ever So many lenses, so limited means. My favourite, of the Pentax lenses I have experienced thus far, is without doubt the DA*50-135. There may be better out there, but I haven't experienced them, so I will stick with what I know

12-31-2008, 01:08 PM	#62
sagar Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Tampa Posts: 136 Original Poster	I swar Bramela. I never imagined it would get so many replies, I just thought of getting some feedback on what's favor of the month But we got quite a good infomration and lenses...now I need to search for cash $$$

12-31-2008, 02:16 PM	#63
séamuis Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Savannah, U.S./Baguio City, P.H. Posts: 5,979	Originally posted by sagar I swar Bramela. I never imagined it would get so many replies, I just thought of getting some feedback on what's favor of the month But we got quite a good infomration and lenses...now I need to search for cash $$$ thats the problem with Pentax... too many great lenses. im sure the other brands can say the same thing but...Pentax lenses are something else.

12-31-2008, 08:44 PM	#65
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	Originally posted by rvannatta My nomination is quite rare SMC Pentax 28mm F2. It was somewhat large and heavy, but I used it for over 20 years with My K2. In the context of the K2, you will get no argument from me! My favorite lens for my K2 is the SMC M 50mm f1.4.

12-31-2008, 08:47 PM	#66
fearview Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Jakarta Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,067	fa 50 1.4 very useful -- my k 50 1.2 come at second place

12-31-2008, 10:43 PM	#67
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by rvannatta My nomination is quite rare SMC Pentax 28mm F2. It was somewhat large and heavy, but I used it for over 20 years with My K2. Or the K28/3.5 - a bit slower, a bit sharper Originally posted by Blue In the context of the K2, you will get no argument from me! My favorite lens for my K2 is the SMC M 50mm f1.4. The f/2.0 is a $500 lens http://cgi.ebay.com/Pentax-2-28-SMC-for-pentax-K_W0QQitemZ350147351473QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item350147351473&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A4\|65%3A1\|39%3A1\|240%3A1318

12-31-2008, 10:59 PM	#68
legacyb4 Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Tri-Cities, British Columbia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,784	Out of what I own, I would probably have to say the 43mm followed closely by the 85mm (haven't had the opportunity to use it much yet); the 43mm for the IQ, size and build quality & feel and the 85mm just because!

12-31-2008, 11:01 PM	#69
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	Originally posted by monochrome . . . The f/2.0 is a $500 lens http://cgi.ebay.com/Pentax-2-28-SMC-for-pentax-K_W0QQitemZ350147351473QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item350147351473&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A4\|65%3A1\|39%3A1\|240%3A1318 I have had it in my "watch" list. Its not going to happen though.

01-01-2009, 02:14 AM	#70
Chyn New Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Germany Posts: 7	I love my DA40. Along with the DS, it makes such a sweet, compact walkabout setup. A close second would be my A50/1.7, the first Pentax lens that I owned. Its signature is irreplaceable.

01-01-2009, 12:25 PM	#71
drewdlephone Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Nanaimo, BC Posts: 261	I love my SMC Tak 55/1.8. Great results on either camera, though I prefer it's 35mm field of view as opposed to the cropped-sensor field of view. I would like to find an SMC Tak 50/1.4 just to see what difference it makes. The 55 is definitely my fav though.

01-01-2009, 01:32 PM	#72
GaryM Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Montclair, CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 426	Even though I don't use it as much as other focal lengths, the DA70 would have to be my favorite. It just seems to absolutely nail anything it's pointed at. A pure pleasure to use!

01-01-2009, 05:29 PM	#74
Abbazz Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Jakarta Posts: 667	Originally posted by rvannatta My nomination is quite rare SMC Pentax 28mm F2. It was somewhat large and heavy, but I used it for over 20 years with My K2. Originally posted by monochrome The f/2.0 is a $500 lens http://cgi.ebay.com/Pentax-2-28-SMC-for-pentax-K_W0QQitemZ350147351473QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item350147351473&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A4\|65%3A1\|39%3A1\|240%3A1318 The superb 28/2 is not really a Pentax lens, it's a Zeiss design ("Hollywood" Distagon): SMC* PENTAX* 28mm f Happy new year to everyone! Cheers! Abbazz

01-01-2009, 05:32 PM	#75
rparmar Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,823	Originally posted by creampuff A picture is worth a thousand words... Or in that case, the picture is worth 1000 pounds sterling (or more)! And please don't tell me you took the shot with your third FA77. I think it's plain to see from the responses that the best lens is whichever FA Limited is on your camera. Right now that means I must vote FA43.

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