What lens should Pentax make/remake?

creampuff · 03-21-2009, 04:53 PM

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Originally posted by Raybo

Something like the 500mm f4.5 without AF.
I figure it will be on a tripod so not having AF is no biggie, it also might help keep the price down a bit.

With a super telephoto, AF is an absolute must in order to track, follow and lock focus due to the narrow DOF. More so than on a wide-angle imo.

**NaClH2O** · 03-21-2009, 04:53 PM

Originally posted by pingflood

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NaCl(still vaporware)H2O

roentarre · 03-21-2009, 04:55 PM

Originally posted by 8540tomg

An AF version of the A* 135/1.8 would be pretty special.

Tom G

Yes, I would love a 135mm focal length from Pentax too. If f1.8 version is going to be remade, the low contrast issue needs to be resolved. This lens is not usable til f2.8 and PF is quite a serious issue.

I should have kept the lens til today. Then I could sell it for a better price

creampuff · 03-21-2009, 04:59 PM

Originally posted by roentarre

Yes, I would love a 135mm focal length from Pentax too. If f1.8 version is going to be remade, the low contrast issue needs to be resolved. This lens is not usable til f2.8 and PF is quite a serious issue.

I should have kept the lens til today. Then I could sell it for a better price

Pentax should use the Canon 135mm f/2L USM or the Nikon 135mm f/2.0D DC Nikkor as the benchmark...

**Pål Jensen** · 03-21-2009, 05:38 PM

Originally posted by 8540tomg

An AF version of the A* 135/1.8 would be pretty special.

Tom G

But it will cost $2000+.......

**Pål Jensen** · 03-21-2009, 05:40 PM

Originally posted by roentarre

Yes, I would love a 135mm focal length from Pentax too. If f1.8 version is going to be remade, the low contrast issue needs to be resolved. This lens is not usable til f2.8 and PF is quite a serious issue.)

Huhh?? I had one of those once, and although it improves from stopping down (what lens this fast does not?), it was certainly very good. Wide open performance was good. Very good at F2.8. As good as they get at F:4...

MRRiley · 03-21-2009, 05:51 PM

300mm f2.8!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

in WHITE!!!

Jodokast96 · 03-21-2009, 05:55 PM

Second an AF TC that has SDM, and works properly with SR.

Raybo · 03-21-2009, 06:05 PM

Originally posted by creampuff

With a super telephoto, AF is an absolute must in order to track, follow and lock focus due to the narrow DOF. More so than on a wide-angle imo.

Seems to be a popular lens when they come up for sale, besides i'm use to MF'ing my MF long glass.

EricT · 03-21-2009, 07:33 PM

I would love a DA 17-55 f/3.5-5.6 (or constant f/4, if possible) with weather-sealing.
I also agree that a 135mm limited would be great, and a very logical next step after the super-wide 15mm. It would probably have to be f/3.5 or f/4 to keep the same compactness that the limiteds are famous for.

8540tomg · 03-21-2009, 07:40 PM

Originally posted by Pål Jensen

But it will cost $2000+.......

Actually that might be a bit low. I just checked Ebay and found a used A* 135/1.8 costs around $2,100.

http://cgi.ebay.ca/Pentax-A-135mm-f-1-8-ED-Lens-135-f1-8-SMC-A-Star_W0QQitem...1%7C240%3A1318

Might have to add another $1,000 for an AF version.

Tom G

PentHassyKon · 03-21-2009, 07:52 PM

Looked at Dimitrov's site, to see what was made before-
I think they need to reissue/remake these (ok I wish for, not need)
35mm 1.4 (AF or MF)
50mm 1.2 AF
85mm 1.4 (AF or MF) or 85mm 1.8 or 85mm 2.0
120mm 2.8
135mm 1.8
200mm 2.5

I'll settle for the 1st three though.

Oh, while they're at it why not remake the FA Limited tres amigos with quick shift

ricosuave · 03-21-2009, 08:05 PM

they need to make an SDM version of this one.

11-16/2.8

Bossy · 03-21-2009, 11:56 PM

In my opinion..

28-70 F/2.8 and make it DA* SDM.. It will be super awsome
20-35 F/4 and make it F/2.8 instead of F/4. Make it DA* SDM.. Double awsome..

Last one..

Remake of the DA*16-50 F2.8 (better copy) since I've had the same but it doesn't work well with K10D. I've returned it 3 times and still having the same problem: back focusing...

blende8 · 03-22-2009, 02:08 AM

Digital AF versions of the

M28/2
A135/1.8

and put out again the
FA400/5.6

03-21-2009, 04:53 PM	#17
NaClH2O Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bronx NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,631	You got one? Originally posted by pingflood Amazon.com: Pentax SMC DA* 60-250mm f/4 ED IF SDM Telephoto Zoom Lens w/ Case for Pentax Digital SLR Cameras: Electronics "This item is not yet released" NaCl(still vaporware)H2O

03-21-2009, 07:40 PM	#26
8540tomg Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Waterloo, Ontario Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,461	Originally posted by Pål Jensen But it will cost $2000+....... Actually that might be a bit low. I just checked Ebay and found a used A* 135/1.8 costs around $2,100. http://cgi.ebay.ca/Pentax-A-135mm-f-1-8-ED-Lens-135-f1-8-SMC-A-Star_W0QQitem...1%7C240%3A1318 Might have to add another $1,000 for an AF version. Tom G Last edited by 8540tomg; 03-21-2009 at 08:14 PM.

03-21-2009, 07:52 PM	#27
PentHassyKon Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 415	Looked at Dimitrov's site, to see what was made before- I think they need to reissue/remake these (ok I wish for, not need) 35mm 1.4 (AF or MF) 50mm 1.2 AF 85mm 1.4 (AF or MF) or 85mm 1.8 or 85mm 2.0 120mm 2.8 135mm 1.8 200mm 2.5 I'll settle for the 1st three though. Oh, while they're at it why not remake the FA Limited tres amigos with quick shift Last edited by PentHassyKon; 03-21-2009 at 07:56 PM. Reason: added 85 1.8 and 85 2.0 and FA Limiteds with quick shift

03-21-2009, 11:56 PM	#29
Bossy Inactive Account Join Date: May 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 38	Reply In my opinion.. 28-70 F/2.8 and make it DA* SDM.. It will be super awsome 20-35 F/4 and make it F/2.8 instead of F/4. Make it DA* SDM.. Double awsome.. Last one.. Remake of the DA*16-50 F2.8 (better copy) since I've had the same but it doesn't work well with K10D. I've returned it 3 times and still having the same problem: back focusing...

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03-21-2009, 04:53 PM	#16
creampuff Veteran Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Singapore Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,953	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. Originally posted by Raybo Something like the 500mm f4.5 without AF. I figure it will be on a tripod so not having AF is no biggie, it also might help keep the price down a bit. With a super telephoto, AF is an absolute must in order to track, follow and lock focus due to the narrow DOF. More so than on a wide-angle imo.

03-21-2009, 04:55 PM	#18
roentarre Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 11,783	Originally posted by 8540tomg An AF version of the A* 135/1.8 would be pretty special. Tom G Yes, I would love a 135mm focal length from Pentax too. If f1.8 version is going to be remade, the low contrast issue needs to be resolved. This lens is not usable til f2.8 and PF is quite a serious issue. I should have kept the lens til today. Then I could sell it for a better price

03-21-2009, 04:59 PM	#19
creampuff Veteran Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Singapore Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,953	Originally posted by roentarre Yes, I would love a 135mm focal length from Pentax too. If f1.8 version is going to be remade, the low contrast issue needs to be resolved. This lens is not usable til f2.8 and PF is quite a serious issue. I should have kept the lens til today. Then I could sell it for a better price Pentax should use the Canon 135mm f/2L USM or the Nikon 135mm f/2.0D DC Nikkor as the benchmark...

03-21-2009, 05:38 PM	#20
Pål Jensen Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Norway Photos: Albums Posts: 4,371	Originally posted by 8540tomg An AF version of the A* 135/1.8 would be pretty special. Tom G But it will cost $2000+.......

03-21-2009, 05:40 PM	#21
Pål Jensen Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Norway Photos: Albums Posts: 4,371	Originally posted by roentarre Yes, I would love a 135mm focal length from Pentax too. If f1.8 version is going to be remade, the low contrast issue needs to be resolved. This lens is not usable til f2.8 and PF is quite a serious issue.) Huhh?? I had one of those once, and although it improves from stopping down (what lens this fast does not?), it was certainly very good. Wide open performance was good. Very good at F2.8. As good as they get at F:4...

03-21-2009, 05:51 PM	#22
MRRiley Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sterling, VA, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,275	300mm f2.8!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! in WHITE!!!

03-21-2009, 05:55 PM	#23
Jodokast96 Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Erial, NJ USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,134	Second an AF TC that has SDM, and works properly with SR.

03-21-2009, 06:05 PM	#24
Raybo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 872	Originally posted by creampuff With a super telephoto, AF is an absolute must in order to track, follow and lock focus due to the narrow DOF. More so than on a wide-angle imo. Seems to be a popular lens when they come up for sale, besides i'm use to MF'ing my MF long glass.

03-21-2009, 07:33 PM	#25
EricT Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 484	I would love a DA 17-55 f/3.5-5.6 (or constant f/4, if possible) with weather-sealing. I also agree that a 135mm limited would be great, and a very logical next step after the super-wide 15mm. It would probably have to be f/3.5 or f/4 to keep the same compactness that the limiteds are famous for.

03-21-2009, 08:05 PM	#28
ricosuave Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 298	they need to make an SDM version of this one. 11-16/2.8

03-22-2009, 02:08 AM	#30
blende8 Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Bremen, Germany Photos: Albums Posts: 1,521	Digital AF versions of the M28/2 A135/1.8 and put out again the FA400/5.6