smc 50mm f1.4lense & pentax k5

focus · 05-18-2011, 01:02 PM

hi, ive just joined the pentax forum and was wondering if anyone would be kind enough to confirm if i can use a pentax smc fa 50mm f1.4 lense, with a pentax k5?. also, if this can be used, does anyone outhere use both? - would love to hear some feedback!, thanks.

JohnBee · 05-18-2011, 01:09 PM

While I've never used the FA 50/1.4 per say, I have however used other FA lenses(primes) and they worked without a hitch. Focus was a little on the slow side in my case, but that didn't really pose any problems.

Adam · 05-18-2011, 01:11 PM

Yes, it's a modern lens designed to be fully compatible with the pentax AF and auto-exposure systems.

It's one of the most popular lenses out there right now; 88 users have posted their reviews here: SMC Pentax-FA 50mm F1.4 Reviews - Pentax Lens Reviews & Pentax Lens Database

Balog · 05-18-2011, 01:27 PM

I bought an FA 50mm f1.4 when I got my K5, and they go together wonderfully.

areidjr · 05-18-2011, 02:09 PM

Originally posted by focus

hi, ive just joined the pentax forum and was wondering if anyone would be kind enough to confirm if i can use a pentax smc fa 50mm f1.4 lense, with a pentax k5?. also, if this can be used, does anyone outhere use both? - would love to hear some feedback!, thanks.

I have them both and they play together quite nicely. While this is no masterpiece, but it was shot with the K-5 and the FA50 1:1.4 @ f/1.4.

The lens sharpens up quite a bit as the aperture is stopped down.

davemdsn · 05-18-2011, 02:39 PM

I just got my K5 this week and haven't used my FA50 1.4 on it yet, but I've had the 50mm for a long time and have used it on K-7s, K20s, K10s an *istD and an MZ-S. Yes, it works perfectly.

Allison · 05-18-2011, 02:44 PM

I have both and it works great! The FA50 is one of my favorite lenses for detail shots at weddings. It is also a great combo for receptions because of the 1.4 and the low light capabilities of the K5.

focus · 05-19-2011, 01:26 PM

Originally posted by focus

pentax

thanks for all your prompt replies, a great help. i love your photo areidjr!. i cant wait to get this lens now - thanks everyone!

05-18-2011, 01:02 PM	#1
focus Guest	smc 50mm f1.4lense & pentax k5 hi, ive just joined the pentax forum and was wondering if anyone would be kind enough to confirm if i can use a pentax smc fa 50mm f1.4 lense, with a pentax k5?. also, if this can be used, does anyone outhere use both? - would love to hear some feedback!, thanks.

05-18-2011, 01:11 PM	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Yes, it's a modern lens designed to be fully compatible with the pentax AF and auto-exposure systems. It's one of the most popular lenses out there right now; 88 users have posted their reviews here: SMC Pentax-FA 50mm F1.4 Reviews - Pentax Lens Reviews & Pentax Lens Database Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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JohnBee Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Newrfoundland Photos: Albums Posts: 4,667	While I've never used the FA 50/1.4 per say, I have however used other FA lenses(primes) and they worked without a hitch. Focus was a little on the slow side in my case, but that didn't really pose any problems.

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Balog Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 103	I bought an FA 50mm f1.4 when I got my K5, and they go together wonderfully.

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areidjr Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 529	Originally posted by focus hi, ive just joined the pentax forum and was wondering if anyone would be kind enough to confirm if i can use a pentax smc fa 50mm f1.4 lense, with a pentax k5?. also, if this can be used, does anyone outhere use both? - would love to hear some feedback!, thanks. I have them both and they play together quite nicely. While this is no masterpiece, but it was shot with the K-5 and the FA50 1:1.4 @ f/1.4. The lens sharpens up quite a bit as the aperture is stopped down.

05-18-2011, 02:39 PM	#6
davemdsn Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Boise, Idaho Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,413	I just got my K5 this week and haven't used my FA50 1.4 on it yet, but I've had the 50mm for a long time and have used it on K-7s, K20s, K10s an *istD and an MZ-S. Yes, it works perfectly.

05-18-2011, 02:44 PM	#7
Allison Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 667	I have both and it works great! The FA50 is one of my favorite lenses for detail shots at weddings. It is also a great combo for receptions because of the 1.4 and the low light capabilities of the K5.

05-19-2011, 01:26 PM	#8
focus Guest	Originally posted by focus pentax thanks for all your prompt replies, a great help. i love your photo areidjr!. i cant wait to get this lens now - thanks everyone!

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