Sigma 70-200/2.8 lens club

Sandy Hancock · 01-26-2014, 12:01 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pentaxk10duser

Sandy I see your photo on this youtube video Jay Whalley Of Frenzal Rhomb - Interview on 5GTR FM - YouTube

Interesting. I might be making a call to Mount Gambier and asking for some royalties there....

Sandy Hancock · 01-26-2014, 12:04 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pentaxk10duser

I'm sorry Sandy I though a Q was a camera with the Sigma attached . I'll have to look into what a Q is .

The Q, Q10 and Q7 are indeed Pentax cameras, but I have never used my 70-200 on any of them (and I have owned all three).

noelpolar · 02-11-2014, 04:20 AM - **2 Likes**

Carried mine around China!

jezza323 · 02-11-2014, 05:19 AM - **2 Likes**

I used my HSM II for an engagement shoot for my best mate on Sunday. First time shooting people really...

Was split 50/50 this lens and the 30mm f1.4 (also posted a couple pics in the 30mm thread)

gryhnd · 02-25-2014, 08:59 AM - **2 Likes**

My lens has to go in for some repairs, but here's some examples from an anti-bullying gig I shot over the weekend. In this case the 70-200 was on my K5IIs.

noelpolar · 03-25-2014, 12:16 AM - **4 Likes**

some from a trip I'm on……..

jezza323 · 03-25-2014, 03:41 AM - **1 Like**

That last shot is a stunner noelpolar. Where is your trip?

noelpolar · 03-25-2014, 11:42 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by jezza323

That last shot is a stunner noelpolar. Where is your trip?

That one was taken of a lake in the Grampians (Western Victoria)....... this lens allowed me to reach across the water. I really love the flexablity this lens gives me........ I ended up taking it with me on most walks.....will post a few other pics When I get a chance.

noelpolar · 03-26-2014, 06:47 PM - **3 Likes**

A few more….this would be my favourite lens…….

jezza323 · 03-29-2014, 06:11 PM - **3 Likes**

Here is one from my recent weekend in Girraween

gryhnd · 04-04-2014, 12:06 PM - **3 Likes**

Happy gulls, sad herring

gryhnd · 04-13-2014, 01:24 PM - **3 Likes**

Osprey building her nest.

pentaxk10duser · 05-01-2014, 08:21 AM

You people are just crazy good . I'm a beginner but I would like to get to where I'm half as good as you guys and girls . I just ordered a K3 with grip today and I can't wait to get it and try out the sigma 70-200mm on it . I have the sigma 18-35mm on back order and from what I have seen and watched on youtube that lens and the 70-200mm is all I'm going to need . Does anyone have the new 1.4 wr converter that pentax just came out with and have taken some photos with it attached to the sigma 70-200mm lens . If so will you post a few photos and put in the post that the converter was used . I'm not sure if I will be able to tell in the exif . Thanks . You people that have posts on here are really good I mean it . I hope I can figure out how you make the photos go good . One more thing I have the version 2 is there a f stop that works the best to make the photos the sharpest .

noelpolar · 05-01-2014, 08:09 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by pentaxk10duser

You people are just crazy good . I'm a beginner but I would like to get to where I'm half as good as you guys and girls . I just ordered a K3 with grip today and I can't wait to get it and try out the sigma 70-200mm on it . I have the sigma 18-35mm on back order and from what I have seen and watched on youtube that lens and the 70-200mm is all I'm going to need . Does anyone have the new 1.4 wr converter that pentax just came out with and have taken some photos with it attached to the sigma 70-200mm lens . If so will you post a few photos and put in the post that the converter was used . I'm not sure if I will be able to tell in the exif . Thanks . You people that have posts on here are really good I mean it . I hope I can figure out how you make the photos go good . One more thing I have the version 2 is there a f stop that works the best to make the photos the sharpest .

You should love your K3 with those Lenses. I find my sigma really good from 2.8 (reffered to as wide open) up to the normal refraction issues from F11 etc. If I'm shooting at the long end (200mm) Image quality/sharpnes is more about a steady shooting stance if your not using a tripod. (99.99% of my shots are hand held)....with all other things beng equal.

Like you (I think from your Post) I'm just beginng to transition from happy snapper to thoughtfull photographer..... lots of fun. Also don't hesitate to post some of your shots ...... this forum welcomes all giving it a go!

pentaxk10duser · 05-02-2014, 06:32 PM - **1 Like**

Thanks noelpolar . My photos suck compared to every one I have seen but I will try to find one I like and post it . what do you mean when you said normal refraction issues from f11 etc. Is there a place I can read about this . Thanks

02-11-2014, 04:20 AM - 2 Likes	#18
noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310	Carried mine around China! Last edited by noelpolar; 01-02-2017 at 04:19 AM.

05-01-2014, 08:21 AM	#28
pentaxk10duser Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kentucky Photos: Albums Posts: 165 Original Poster	You people are just crazy good . I'm a beginner but I would like to get to where I'm half as good as you guys and girls . I just ordered a K3 with grip today and I can't wait to get it and try out the sigma 70-200mm on it . I have the sigma 18-35mm on back order and from what I have seen and watched on youtube that lens and the 70-200mm is all I'm going to need . Does anyone have the new 1.4 wr converter that pentax just came out with and have taken some photos with it attached to the sigma 70-200mm lens . If so will you post a few photos and put in the post that the converter was used . I'm not sure if I will be able to tell in the exif . Thanks . You people that have posts on here are really good I mean it . I hope I can figure out how you make the photos go good . One more thing I have the version 2 is there a f stop that works the best to make the photos the sharpest . Last edited by pentaxk10duser; 05-01-2014 at 08:27 AM.

05-02-2014, 06:32 PM - 1 Like	#30
pentaxk10duser Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kentucky Photos: Albums Posts: 165 Original Poster	Thanks noelpolar . My photos suck compared to every one I have seen but I will try to find one I like and post it . what do you mean when you said normal refraction issues from f11 etc. Is there a place I can read about this . Thanks Last edited by pentaxk10duser; 05-02-2014 at 07:08 PM.

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noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310	Originally posted by pentaxk10duser You people are just crazy good . I'm a beginner but I would like to get to where I'm half as good as you guys and girls . I just ordered a K3 with grip today and I can't wait to get it and try out the sigma 70-200mm on it . I have the sigma 18-35mm on back order and from what I have seen and watched on youtube that lens and the 70-200mm is all I'm going to need . Does anyone have the new 1.4 wr converter that pentax just came out with and have taken some photos with it attached to the sigma 70-200mm lens . If so will you post a few photos and put in the post that the converter was used . I'm not sure if I will be able to tell in the exif . Thanks . You people that have posts on here are really good I mean it . I hope I can figure out how you make the photos go good . One more thing I have the version 2 is there a f stop that works the best to make the photos the sharpest . You should love your K3 with those Lenses. I find my sigma really good from 2.8 (reffered to as wide open) up to the normal refraction issues from F11 etc. If I'm shooting at the long end (200mm) Image quality/sharpnes is more about a steady shooting stance if your not using a tripod. (99.99% of my shots are hand held)....with all other things beng equal. Like you (I think from your Post) I'm just beginng to transition from happy snapper to thoughtfull photographer..... lots of fun. Also don't hesitate to post some of your shots ...... this forum welcomes all giving it a go!

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