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Toshi · 01-27-2009, 02:24 AM

I am now $700 poorer

I just couldn't resist buying this lens!

I won't be able to do a full day's worth of shooting with it until Wednesday though. I can't wait

dazman · 01-27-2009, 03:25 AM

I'm sure you'll enjoy this wonderful piece of glass. The lens performs above it's price range, so you scored yourself a great deal!!!
Have fun and look forward to seeing some of the first pics

losecontrol · 01-27-2009, 04:01 AM

I would say 700$ less richer. Becasue I don't feel sorry for you if you could afford such a nice lens

vinzer · 01-27-2009, 07:30 AM

Uh, I dunno whether to console you or not. If I was in your place, I wouldn't need any consoling at all. The lens will give me all the consolation I would have needed.

Kudos on the new lens. I'm sure you'll make the most of it.

Venturi · 01-27-2009, 07:58 AM

WARNING! This lens has a reputation for causing grown men to giggle like 12yo school girls!

Toshi · 01-27-2009, 02:07 PM

Originally posted by dazman

I'm sure you'll enjoy this wonderful piece of glass. The lens performs above it's price range, so you scored yourself a great deal!!!
Have fun and look forward to seeing some of the first pics

Every time I saw photos posted using this lens, I knew I had to get one. The weather is finally clearing up here so hopefully tomorrow will be the same!

Originally posted by losecontrol

I would say 700$ less richer. Becasue I don't feel sorry for you if you could afford such a nice lens

Haha, it took me a while to pull the trigger on this lens. You can afford a lot with credit

The pain will come when I get my bill

Originally posted by vinzer

Uh, I dunno whether to console you or not. If I was in your place, I wouldn't need any consoling at all. The lens will give me all the consolation I would have needed.

Kudos on the new lens. I'm sure you'll make the most of it.

I'm sure once I get out there and shoot with the lens, I'll feel better about spending all that money

Originally posted by Venturi

WARNING! This lens has a reputation for causing grown men to giggle like 12yo school girls!

With the DA*300, I was happy. And now with the 50-135 I know I'll be extremely happy. The bad thing is it's going to tempt me to get the 16-50 and 200 as well

Lloydy · 01-27-2009, 02:48 PM

There's a first, that lens is cheaper in the UK !

( Time for me to open my wallet

)

heliphoto · 01-27-2009, 03:11 PM

Originally posted by Toshi

...
The bad thing is it's going to tempt me to get the 16-50 and 200 as well

Yes... yes it will.

Venturi · 01-27-2009, 03:13 PM

Originally posted by Toshi

The bad thing is it's going to tempt me to get the 16-50 and 200 as well

I have the Tamron 17-50/2.8 and love it; don't think I would want the added size/weight of the DA*16-50 for that range. But, I hear you on the DA*200. There's really only one lens (shocking) on my 2009 Really Wanna Have It list and that's the one. The 300 tempts me but I just can't justify the cost:use ratio to satisfy mere gear lust. Other than the 200, the only lenses I'm looking for are some FA's to flesh out my PZ-1/FF kit.

Congrats again on the new baby, and get used to grinning.

Toshi · 01-27-2009, 03:42 PM

Originally posted by Venturi

I have the Tamron 17-50/2.8 and love it; don't think I would want the added size/weight of the DA*16-50 for that range. But, I hear you on the DA*200. There's really only one lens (shocking) on my 2009 Really Wanna Have It list and that's the one. The 300 tempts me but I just can't justify the cost:use ratio to satisfy mere gear lust. Other than the 200, the only lenses I'm looking for are some FA's to flesh out my PZ-1/FF kit.

Congrats again on the new baby, and get used to grinning.

I have the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 MACRO and it's a great lens. I know I don't need to get the 16-50, but you know how it is

The little extra wide range and weatherseal suits my shooting style as well. My friend wants the Sigma so when it comes down to it, it shouldn't hurt the wallet too much.

As for the DA*300, I like shooting motorsports so it was a must for me

Presto · 01-27-2009, 05:12 PM

Congratulations on the purchase. I know I was giggling out loud when mine came in the mail! That 16-50 called my name loud enough the other day as well! I got a call this afternoon from UPS that a package requiring my signature will be here tomorrow! I wonder what that could be? I almost can't contain myself. Those golden badges look nice on the camera, and look even nicer through the viewfinder. I hope you enjoy yours!

tomsparks · 01-27-2009, 09:03 PM

So, I am a week away from buying a new lens and I'm debating the Pentax 50-135 vs Sigma 70-200. Why did you go with the pentax over the Sigma?

Damn Brit · 01-27-2009, 10:30 PM

Cost of having one = $700
Pleasure at having one = Priceless

Toshi · 01-28-2009, 01:56 AM

Originally posted by Presto

Congratulations on the purchase. I know I was giggling out loud when mine came in the mail! That 16-50 called my name loud enough the other day as well! I got a call this afternoon from UPS that a package requiring my signature will be here tomorrow! I wonder what that could be? I almost can't contain myself. Those golden badges look nice on the camera, and look even nicer through the viewfinder. I hope you enjoy yours!

Thanks! Whenever I order a new lens, I feel like a kid again, waiting to open presents on Christmas

Enjoy your 16-50 ... that's next on my list

Originally posted by Damn Brit

Cost of having one = $700
Pleasure at having one = Priceless

Definitely!

Toshi · 01-28-2009, 02:16 AM

Originally posted by tomsparks

So, I am a week away from buying a new lens and I'm debating the Pentax 50-135 vs Sigma 70-200. Why did you go with the pentax over the Sigma?

I was looking at a 70-200mm as well (the Tamron though). Couple things made me go for the Pentax. Weatherseal was a feature I liked; although the DS I use isn't, when I eventually upgrade to a K20D (or higher model in the future), I'd like the complete package since I tend to shoot in dusty and other less than ideal camera conditions.

Motorsports was the reason for me wanting a high quality telephoto zoom ... and although the 70-200 focal length is suited well for that, I decided for the 50-135 because I was able to pick up a brand new Tamron 1.4 TC. Combined with the 50-135, it would give me a similar focal length to the 70-200. The loss of 1 stop isn't too much of concern for me and I know IQ is still very good from several samples I've seen on the forum.

And, shooting with the DA*300 the past few weeks, I guess I got spoiled by the quality of photos the DA*'s can produce. Seeing various samples from other owners of the 50-135 only made me want the lens that much more.

I guess it comes down to whether the focal range suits your style. If you really need that extra reach, go for the Sigma. Whichever lens you decide on, both are great lenses from what I've seen. Good luck with your decision!

01-27-2009, 02:24 AM	#1
Toshi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 431	$700 poorer I am now $700 poorer I just couldn't resist buying this lens! I won't be able to do a full day's worth of shooting with it until Wednesday though. I can't wait

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01-27-2009, 03:25 AM	#2
dazman Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 1,949	I'm sure you'll enjoy this wonderful piece of glass. The lens performs above it's price range, so you scored yourself a great deal!!! Have fun and look forward to seeing some of the first pics

01-27-2009, 04:01 AM	#3
losecontrol Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Gnesta, Sweden Posts: 373	I would say 700$ less richer. Becasue I don't feel sorry for you if you could afford such a nice lens

01-27-2009, 07:30 AM	#4
vinzer Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,399	Uh, I dunno whether to console you or not. If I was in your place, I wouldn't need any consoling at all. The lens will give me all the consolation I would have needed. Kudos on the new lens. I'm sure you'll make the most of it.

01-27-2009, 07:58 AM	#5
Venturi Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tulsa, OK Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,636	WARNING! This lens has a reputation for causing grown men to giggle like 12yo school girls!

01-27-2009, 02:07 PM	#6
Toshi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 431 Original Poster	Originally posted by dazman I'm sure you'll enjoy this wonderful piece of glass. The lens performs above it's price range, so you scored yourself a great deal!!! Have fun and look forward to seeing some of the first pics Every time I saw photos posted using this lens, I knew I had to get one. The weather is finally clearing up here so hopefully tomorrow will be the same! Originally posted by losecontrol I would say 700$ less richer. Becasue I don't feel sorry for you if you could afford such a nice lens Haha, it took me a while to pull the trigger on this lens. You can afford a lot with credit The pain will come when I get my bill Originally posted by vinzer Uh, I dunno whether to console you or not. If I was in your place, I wouldn't need any consoling at all. The lens will give me all the consolation I would have needed. Kudos on the new lens. I'm sure you'll make the most of it. I'm sure once I get out there and shoot with the lens, I'll feel better about spending all that money Originally posted by Venturi WARNING! This lens has a reputation for causing grown men to giggle like 12yo school girls! With the DA*300, I was happy. And now with the 50-135 I know I'll be extremely happy. The bad thing is it's going to tempt me to get the 16-50 and 200 as well

01-27-2009, 02:48 PM	#7
Lloydy Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Shropshire, UK Posts: 1,114	There's a first, that lens is cheaper in the UK ! ( Time for me to open my wallet )

01-27-2009, 03:11 PM	#8
heliphoto Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Region 5 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,539	Originally posted by Toshi ... The bad thing is it's going to tempt me to get the 16-50 and 200 as well Yes... yes it will.

01-27-2009, 03:13 PM	#9
Venturi Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tulsa, OK Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,636	Originally posted by Toshi The bad thing is it's going to tempt me to get the 16-50 and 200 as well I have the Tamron 17-50/2.8 and love it; don't think I would want the added size/weight of the DA16-50 for that range. But, I hear you on the DA200. There's really only one lens (shocking) on my 2009 Really Wanna Have It list and that's the one. The 300 tempts me but I just can't justify the cost:use ratio to satisfy mere gear lust. Other than the 200, the only lenses I'm looking for are some FA's to flesh out my PZ-1/FF kit. Congrats again on the new baby, and get used to grinning.

01-27-2009, 03:42 PM	#10
Toshi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 431 Original Poster	Originally posted by Venturi I have the Tamron 17-50/2.8 and love it; don't think I would want the added size/weight of the DA16-50 for that range. But, I hear you on the DA200. There's really only one lens (shocking) on my 2009 Really Wanna Have It list and that's the one. The 300 tempts me but I just can't justify the cost:use ratio to satisfy mere gear lust. Other than the 200, the only lenses I'm looking for are some FA's to flesh out my PZ-1/FF kit. Congrats again on the new baby, and get used to grinning. I have the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 MACRO and it's a great lens. I know I don't need to get the 16-50, but you know how it is The little extra wide range and weatherseal suits my shooting style as well. My friend wants the Sigma so when it comes down to it, it shouldn't hurt the wallet too much. As for the DA*300, I like shooting motorsports so it was a must for me

01-27-2009, 05:12 PM	#11
Presto Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Jacksonville, AL Posts: 85	Congratulations on the purchase. I know I was giggling out loud when mine came in the mail! That 16-50 called my name loud enough the other day as well! I got a call this afternoon from UPS that a package requiring my signature will be here tomorrow! I wonder what that could be? I almost can't contain myself. Those golden badges look nice on the camera, and look even nicer through the viewfinder. I hope you enjoy yours!

01-27-2009, 09:03 PM	#12
tomsparks New Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Murray, Utah Photos: Gallery Posts: 10	So, I am a week away from buying a new lens and I'm debating the Pentax 50-135 vs Sigma 70-200. Why did you go with the pentax over the Sigma?

01-27-2009, 10:30 PM	#13
Damn Brit Guest	Cost of having one = $700 Pleasure at having one = Priceless

01-28-2009, 01:56 AM	#14
Toshi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 431 Original Poster	Originally posted by Presto Congratulations on the purchase. I know I was giggling out loud when mine came in the mail! That 16-50 called my name loud enough the other day as well! I got a call this afternoon from UPS that a package requiring my signature will be here tomorrow! I wonder what that could be? I almost can't contain myself. Those golden badges look nice on the camera, and look even nicer through the viewfinder. I hope you enjoy yours! Thanks! Whenever I order a new lens, I feel like a kid again, waiting to open presents on Christmas Enjoy your 16-50 ... that's next on my list Originally posted by Damn Brit Cost of having one = $700 Pleasure at having one = Priceless Definitely!

01-28-2009, 02:16 AM	#15
Toshi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 431 Original Poster	Originally posted by tomsparks So, I am a week away from buying a new lens and I'm debating the Pentax 50-135 vs Sigma 70-200. Why did you go with the pentax over the Sigma? I was looking at a 70-200mm as well (the Tamron though). Couple things made me go for the Pentax. Weatherseal was a feature I liked; although the DS I use isn't, when I eventually upgrade to a K20D (or higher model in the future), I'd like the complete package since I tend to shoot in dusty and other less than ideal camera conditions. Motorsports was the reason for me wanting a high quality telephoto zoom ... and although the 70-200 focal length is suited well for that, I decided for the 50-135 because I was able to pick up a brand new Tamron 1.4 TC. Combined with the 50-135, it would give me a similar focal length to the 70-200. The loss of 1 stop isn't too much of concern for me and I know IQ is still very good from several samples I've seen on the forum. And, shooting with the DA300 the past few weeks, I guess I got spoiled by the quality of photos the DA's can produce. Seeing various samples from other owners of the 50-135 only made me want the lens that much more. I guess it comes down to whether the focal range suits your style. If you really need that extra reach, go for the Sigma. Whichever lens you decide on, both are great lenses from what I've seen. Good luck with your decision!