Your Current wish list ie "to buy"

Psynema · 06-29-2009, 09:34 AM

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Ok thoughts on mine and what are yours - try to keep it realistic, as in something you'd actually buy so everyone doesn't put down a 5000mm 1.8

Just starting out, awaiting the K7's release...

So far my lens list I'll check off as I acquire....

1. DA* 16-50mm 2.8
2. DA* 50-135mm 2.8
3. 77mm Limited 1.8
4. Asahi SMC 50mm 1.4
5. Kiron 100mm Macro 2.8

After that, some possibilities I'm pondering are...

1. Carl Zeiss Flektagon 20mm 2.8 for it's 5 inch focus distance, though I wish there was a decent/affordable 20-24mm 1.8 around - I'm boycotting Sigma (gee the one lens they actually get right is not available in a Pentax Mount LOL)

2. I'd also like to get a fast 2.8 10-12mm range wide angle, or something just a few mm wider than the 16-50mm for landscapes, architecture etc. I know there's the Pentax 14mm, but doubt a mere 2mm wider than the 16-50 is worth 650$...again, boycotting Sigma in this search.

3. I may also look into the Asahi 85mm 1.8 (or 1.9) (though it's confusing which version is best, most seem to like the auto).

4. I'd really like and want to gun for the 75mm Biotar 1.8, looks like it has great contrast and actually having a lens known for being great at 1.5

5. I may gamble on the 85mm Jupiters F2. Mixed reviews and doesn't seem like good quality control, but their only 40 bucks often on ebay. I like the saturated, but even and not overdone, color, and looks like butter bokeh is attainable.

Last edited by Psynema; 06-29-2009 at 10:18 AM.

redpigeons · 06-29-2009, 09:39 AM

Good luck with that

welcome to the painful world of LBA

Psynema · 06-29-2009, 09:55 AM

Originally posted by redpigeons

Good luck with that

welcome to the painful world of LBA

LBA? Latin Banker's Association

Actually do videography for a living, and actually booked a few photo jobs this week for weddings in the fall/winter, so if all goes well I should have 1-5 by the end of the year checked off.

stevebrot · 06-29-2009, 10:04 AM

Originally posted by Psynema

LBA? Latin Banker's Association

Actually do videography for a living, and actually booked a few photo jobs this week for weddings in the fall/winter, so if all goes well I should have 1-5 by the end of the year checked off.

Lens Buying Addiction...

Steve

BTW...Good luck on finding a good Flektogon 20/2.8 at an approachable price. I gave up a few years ago.

thomascdk · 06-29-2009, 10:10 AM

I ordered the 16-50 today.

Next: DA*300, Voigtländer 20mm, who nows...

farfisa · 06-29-2009, 10:14 AM

Originally posted by Psynema

Ok thoughts on mine and what are yours - try to keep it realistic, as in something you'd actually buy so everyone doesn't put down a 5000mm 1.8

Just starting out, awaiting the K7's release...

So far my lens list I'll check off as I acquire....

1. DA* 16-50mm 2.8
2. DA* 50-135mm 2.8
3. 77mm Limited 1.8
4. Asahi SMC 50mm 1.4
5. Kiron 100mm Macro 2.8

After that, some possibilities I'm pondering are...

1. Carl Zeiss Flektagon 20mm 2.8 for it's 5 inch focus distance, though I wish there was a decent/affordable 20-24mm 1.8 around - I'm boycotting Sigma (gee the one lens they actually get right is not available in a Pentax Mount LOL)

2. I'd also like to get a fast 2.8 10-12mm range wide angle, or something just a few mm wider than the 16-50mm for landscapes, architecture etc. I know there's the Pentax 14mm, but doubt a mere 2mm wider than the 16-50 is worth 650$...again, boycotting Sigma in this search.

3. I may also look into the Asahi 85mm 1.5 (though it's confusing which version is best, most seem to like the auto).

4. I'd really like and want to gun for the 75mm Biotar 1.8, looks like it has great contrast and actually having a lens known for being great at 1.8

5. I may gamble on the 85mm Jupiters F2. Mixed reviews and doesn't seem like good quality control, but their only 40 bucks often on ebay. I like the saturated, but even and not overdone, color, and looks like butter bokeh is attainable.

I got the 20/4 Flektogon and it focuses to 6 inches, is really sharp up close from f/5.6 and is also more affordable and has less distortion than the 2.8. I know, it's a "wish" list, but not bad to have alternates

Out of curiosity: which lens do you believe Sigma got right?

Also, I think the Biotar is 1.5 and the Asahi 85's are 1.8 and 1.9.

forensicscientist · 06-29-2009, 10:17 AM

For a FA 31mm.......

Having just rented one from Camera Lens Rental for 2 weeks.....I found it absolutely wonderful.

Now, if only I hadn't spent all my $$ on vacation.....

mark

Psynema · 06-29-2009, 10:18 AM

Originally posted by farfisa

I got the 20/4 Flektogon and it focuses to 6 inches, is really sharp up close from f/5.6 and is also more affordable and has less distortion than the 2.8. I know, it's a "wish" list, but not bad to have alternates

Out of curiosity: which lens do you believe Sigma got right?

Also, I think the Biotar is 1.5 and the Asahi 85's are 1.8 and 1.9.

Ah you're right, got the number's mixed up....

150 macro is the only lens of theirs that seems to be unanimously considered great.....and only thing of theirs I'd want to buy. Alas, Canon and Nikon only.

F'em.

**dcmsox2004** · 06-29-2009, 10:20 AM

i don't have such ambitious desires... just a SMC Pentax-DA* 300mm F4 ED [IF] SDM...
i've started the first LBA support group in rhode island.....
you can't believe how many have signed up to date.......lol

Psynema · 06-29-2009, 10:20 AM

Originally posted by stevebrot

Lens Buying Addiction...

Steve

BTW...Good luck on finding a good Flektogon 20/2.8 at an approachable price. I gave up a few years ago.

http://cgi.ebay.com/CARL-ZEISS-Jena-FLEKTOGON-MC-20mm-f-2-8-ULTRAWIDE_W0QQcm...lenotsupported

This is the same lens we're talking about right?

Psynema · 06-29-2009, 10:23 AM

Originally posted by forensicscientist

For a FA 31mm.......

Having just rented one from Camera Lens Rental for 2 weeks.....I found it absolutely wonderful.

Now, if only I hadn't spent all my $$ on vacation.....

mark

I was looking at that earlier today - about just shy of normal eyeball focus distance on APS-C...How was it? Not sure I'd want to spend 1k on it, but convince me

which reminds me, I could use a 30-35 1.4/1.8 lens to add to that list perhaps...but I'll keep things simple for now.

**wtlwdwgn** · 06-29-2009, 10:48 AM

A DA*400 f/4 or more better would be a DA*500mm f/4.

Zav · 06-29-2009, 10:49 AM

Voigtlander 20mm, Voigtlander 40mm. Why am I still buying autofocus camera?... + funny stuff like the biotar 75mm f1,5 or the takumar 17mm f11 fisheye.

emr · 06-29-2009, 10:58 AM

If I'll buy another Pentax lens, it'll be the DA 15mm ltd. Or the DA 21mm ltd if I get a good price. Most likely nothing more.

(Another story is if I end up getting the Nikon D700 I'm more and more tempted to get...)

**robbiec** · 06-29-2009, 11:12 AM

Well I've only been in this game 7 months and I am already starting a little collection...

In no particular order I want a Super Takumar 105 f2.8, a Super Takumar 120 f2.8 or the Super Takumar 135 f2.5
I also want before the years out 2 of the following: an A* 85 f1.4 or FA* 85 f1.4
or DA* 55 f1.4 or the Voightlander 58 f1.4 ...decisions decisions
There is also another but ....

06-29-2009, 09:34 AM	#1
Psynema Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 136	Your Current wish list ie "to buy" 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. Ok thoughts on mine and what are yours - try to keep it realistic, as in something you'd actually buy so everyone doesn't put down a 5000mm 1.8 Just starting out, awaiting the K7's release... So far my lens list I'll check off as I acquire.... 1. DA* 16-50mm 2.8 2. DA* 50-135mm 2.8 3. 77mm Limited 1.8 4. Asahi SMC 50mm 1.4 5. Kiron 100mm Macro 2.8 After that, some possibilities I'm pondering are... 1. Carl Zeiss Flektagon 20mm 2.8 for it's 5 inch focus distance, though I wish there was a decent/affordable 20-24mm 1.8 around - I'm boycotting Sigma (gee the one lens they actually get right is not available in a Pentax Mount LOL) 2. I'd also like to get a fast 2.8 10-12mm range wide angle, or something just a few mm wider than the 16-50mm for landscapes, architecture etc. I know there's the Pentax 14mm, but doubt a mere 2mm wider than the 16-50 is worth 650$...again, boycotting Sigma in this search. 3. I may also look into the Asahi 85mm 1.8 (or 1.9) (though it's confusing which version is best, most seem to like the auto). 4. I'd really like and want to gun for the 75mm Biotar 1.8, looks like it has great contrast and actually having a lens known for being great at 1.5 5. I may gamble on the 85mm Jupiters F2. Mixed reviews and doesn't seem like good quality control, but their only 40 bucks often on ebay. I like the saturated, but even and not overdone, color, and looks like butter bokeh is attainable. Last edited by Psynema; 06-29-2009 at 10:18 AM.

06-29-2009, 10:17 AM	#7
forensicscientist Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: DFW Texas and Michigan - I commute :) Posts: 1,012	I wish.... For a FA 31mm....... Having just rented one from Camera Lens Rental for 2 weeks.....I found it absolutely wonderful. Now, if only I hadn't spent all my $$ on vacation..... mark

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06-29-2009, 09:39 AM	#2
redpigeons Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 943	Good luck with that welcome to the painful world of LBA

06-29-2009, 09:55 AM	#3
Psynema Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 136 Original Poster	Originally posted by redpigeons Good luck with that welcome to the painful world of LBA LBA? Latin Banker's Association Actually do videography for a living, and actually booked a few photo jobs this week for weddings in the fall/winter, so if all goes well I should have 1-5 by the end of the year checked off.

06-29-2009, 10:04 AM	#4
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by Psynema LBA? Latin Banker's Association Actually do videography for a living, and actually booked a few photo jobs this week for weddings in the fall/winter, so if all goes well I should have 1-5 by the end of the year checked off. Lens Buying Addiction... Steve BTW...Good luck on finding a good Flektogon 20/2.8 at an approachable price. I gave up a few years ago.

06-29-2009, 10:10 AM	#5
thomascdk Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Copenhagen Posts: 258	I ordered the 16-50 today. Next: DA*300, Voigtländer 20mm, who nows...

06-29-2009, 10:14 AM	#6
farfisa Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Toronto, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,274	Originally posted by Psynema Ok thoughts on mine and what are yours - try to keep it realistic, as in something you'd actually buy so everyone doesn't put down a 5000mm 1.8 Just starting out, awaiting the K7's release... So far my lens list I'll check off as I acquire.... 1. DA* 16-50mm 2.8 2. DA* 50-135mm 2.8 3. 77mm Limited 1.8 4. Asahi SMC 50mm 1.4 5. Kiron 100mm Macro 2.8 After that, some possibilities I'm pondering are... 1. Carl Zeiss Flektagon 20mm 2.8 for it's 5 inch focus distance, though I wish there was a decent/affordable 20-24mm 1.8 around - I'm boycotting Sigma (gee the one lens they actually get right is not available in a Pentax Mount LOL) 2. I'd also like to get a fast 2.8 10-12mm range wide angle, or something just a few mm wider than the 16-50mm for landscapes, architecture etc. I know there's the Pentax 14mm, but doubt a mere 2mm wider than the 16-50 is worth 650$...again, boycotting Sigma in this search. 3. I may also look into the Asahi 85mm 1.5 (though it's confusing which version is best, most seem to like the auto). 4. I'd really like and want to gun for the 75mm Biotar 1.8, looks like it has great contrast and actually having a lens known for being great at 1.8 5. I may gamble on the 85mm Jupiters F2. Mixed reviews and doesn't seem like good quality control, but their only 40 bucks often on ebay. I like the saturated, but even and not overdone, color, and looks like butter bokeh is attainable. I got the 20/4 Flektogon and it focuses to 6 inches, is really sharp up close from f/5.6 and is also more affordable and has less distortion than the 2.8. I know, it's a "wish" list, but not bad to have alternates Out of curiosity: which lens do you believe Sigma got right? Also, I think the Biotar is 1.5 and the Asahi 85's are 1.8 and 1.9.

06-29-2009, 10:18 AM	#8
Psynema Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 136 Original Poster	Originally posted by farfisa I got the 20/4 Flektogon and it focuses to 6 inches, is really sharp up close from f/5.6 and is also more affordable and has less distortion than the 2.8. I know, it's a "wish" list, but not bad to have alternates Out of curiosity: which lens do you believe Sigma got right? Also, I think the Biotar is 1.5 and the Asahi 85's are 1.8 and 1.9. Ah you're right, got the number's mixed up.... 150 macro is the only lens of theirs that seems to be unanimously considered great.....and only thing of theirs I'd want to buy. Alas, Canon and Nikon only. F'em.

06-29-2009, 10:20 AM	#9
dcmsox2004 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rhode island Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,522	i don't have such ambitious desires... just a SMC Pentax-DA* 300mm F4 ED [IF] SDM... i've started the first LBA support group in rhode island..... you can't believe how many have signed up to date.......lol

06-29-2009, 10:20 AM	#10
Psynema Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 136 Original Poster	Originally posted by stevebrot Lens Buying Addiction... Steve BTW...Good luck on finding a good Flektogon 20/2.8 at an approachable price. I gave up a few years ago. http://cgi.ebay.com/CARL-ZEISS-Jena-FLEKTOGON-MC-20mm-f-2-8-ULTRAWIDE_W0QQcm...lenotsupported This is the same lens we're talking about right?

06-29-2009, 10:23 AM	#11
Psynema Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 136 Original Poster	Originally posted by forensicscientist For a FA 31mm....... Having just rented one from Camera Lens Rental for 2 weeks.....I found it absolutely wonderful. Now, if only I hadn't spent all my $$ on vacation..... mark I was looking at that earlier today - about just shy of normal eyeball focus distance on APS-C...How was it? Not sure I'd want to spend 1k on it, but convince me which reminds me, I could use a 30-35 1.4/1.8 lens to add to that list perhaps...but I'll keep things simple for now.

06-29-2009, 10:48 AM	#12
wtlwdwgn Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Billings, MT Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,845	A DA400 f/4 or more better would be a DA500mm f/4.

06-29-2009, 10:49 AM	#13
Zav Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,371	Voigtlander 20mm, Voigtlander 40mm. Why am I still buying autofocus camera?... + funny stuff like the biotar 75mm f1,5 or the takumar 17mm f11 fisheye.

06-29-2009, 10:58 AM	#14
emr Guest	If I'll buy another Pentax lens, it'll be the DA 15mm ltd. Or the DA 21mm ltd if I get a good price. Most likely nothing more. (Another story is if I end up getting the Nikon D700 I'm more and more tempted to get...)

06-29-2009, 11:12 AM	#15
robbiec Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Cork Photos: Albums Posts: 1,882	Well I've only been in this game 7 months and I am already starting a little collection... In no particular order I want a Super Takumar 105 f2.8, a Super Takumar 120 f2.8 or the Super Takumar 135 f2.5 I also want before the years out 2 of the following: an A* 85 f1.4 or FA* 85 f1.4 or DA* 55 f1.4 or the Voightlander 58 f1.4 ...decisions decisions There is also another but ....