Battle of the Pentax Macros

**dadipentak** · 03-12-2010, 08:17 AM

Originally posted by Mike.P®

Pentax FA* 200mm macro

Now we're talkin' serious fiber!

audiobomber · 03-12-2010, 08:19 AM

Originally posted by malibru

I used to own the Sigma 17-70 and actually preferred it for macro shots over my current 50mm, even though it was only 1:2.2.

A 1:1 macro lens will do 1:2, just move back. But a 1:2 lens will not do 1:1.

**TER-OR** · 03-12-2010, 02:06 PM

I have the FA-100 macro - a very slick lens. Literally, it's all smooth and metaly.

I'd agree for macro, though, usually I'm firing manual focus. I'd probably do just as well with a manual lens. When using it as a 100mm telephoto, though, the center-focus is extremely accurate and fast. I need to remember to change settings, though, from when I'm shooting with macro back to normal shots or I tend to under-expose.

ooCRIMoo · 03-12-2010, 02:51 PM

I've got a SMC Pentax-M 100mm f/4 that does a fine job on a K20, and cost around a hundred bucks. It's only a 1:2, but it's excellent resolution affords some cropping. It's build quality alone makes it a joy to use.

shawnxji · 04-08-2010, 01:15 PM

I would pick the 100mm, for me the trade-offs are offset by the extra reach which I've come to appreciate. I used to shoot macro w/ a 55mm and I missed a lot of moments because of the lack of reach.

**rparmar** · 04-08-2010, 02:16 PM

Generally that is true, and I love my Viv Series I 105mm. However I also got a lot of use from the DA35 when I owned it, since it is so compact and renders so nicely. While there are some shots I am sure I would not do with it, for most macros it was just fine.

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03-12-2010, 08:17 AM	#16
dadipentak Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,590	Originally posted by Mike.P® Pentax FA* 200mm macro Now we're talkin' serious fiber!

03-12-2010, 08:19 AM	#17
audiobomber Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Sudbury, Ontario Photos: Albums Posts: 6,806	Originally posted by malibru I used to own the Sigma 17-70 and actually preferred it for macro shots over my current 50mm, even though it was only 1:2.2. A 1:1 macro lens will do 1:2, just move back. But a 1:2 lens will not do 1:1.

03-12-2010, 02:06 PM	#18
TER-OR Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Dundee, IL Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,699	I have the FA-100 macro - a very slick lens. Literally, it's all smooth and metaly. I'd agree for macro, though, usually I'm firing manual focus. I'd probably do just as well with a manual lens. When using it as a 100mm telephoto, though, the center-focus is extremely accurate and fast. I need to remember to change settings, though, from when I'm shooting with macro back to normal shots or I tend to under-expose.

03-12-2010, 02:51 PM	#19
ooCRIMoo New Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 8	I've got a SMC Pentax-M 100mm f/4 that does a fine job on a K20, and cost around a hundred bucks. It's only a 1:2, but it's excellent resolution affords some cropping. It's build quality alone makes it a joy to use.

04-08-2010, 01:15 PM	#20
shawnxji Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: DC Metro, USA Posts: 212	I would pick the 100mm, for me the trade-offs are offset by the extra reach which I've come to appreciate. I used to shoot macro w/ a 55mm and I missed a lot of moments because of the lack of reach.

04-08-2010, 02:16 PM	#21
rparmar Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,817	Generally that is true, and I love my Viv Series I 105mm. However I also got a lot of use from the DA35 when I owned it, since it is so compact and renders so nicely. While there are some shots I am sure I would not do with it, for most macros it was just fine.

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