SMC Pentax-FA* 85mm F1.4 [IF] - LENS CLUB

**ivanvernon** · 09-04-2019, 05:58 AM - **4 Likes**

I have been neglecting this lens because I do not have many opportunities for portraiture, and in my family everyone insists upon having their photo taken with our magic lens, the 77 limited . . . but I got flowers! This premier lens works for flowers even though its MFD is longer than one might wish. However, it gives great bokeh, and sharpness is plenty adequate to allow cropping for framing purposes. I am resolved to use it more, maybe even on those who insist upon the magic lens.

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Originally posted by normhead

What will this thread be without LeRolls? Ya'll must be suffering.

Where did he go? I miss his portraiture.

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**luftfluss** · 09-04-2019, 06:52 PM - **1 Like**

Whoa, that final image has some serious three-dimensionality to it!

**ivanvernon** · 09-04-2019, 11:05 PM

Originally posted by luftfluss

Whoa, that final image has some serious three-dimensionality to it!

Thanks. I thought so as well. Also, I saw some 3D on the first image, especially where the red and light green colors are juxtapositioned. Red and green next to each other often create that effect for me, and I sometimes wonder if the 3D of those adjacent colors is just a personal optical artifact for me, or whether it affects others similarly.

**luftfluss** · 09-05-2019, 07:37 AM

Originally posted by ivanvernon

Thanks. I thought so as well. Also, I saw some 3D on the first image, especially where the red and light green colors are juxtapositioned. Red and green next to each other often create that effect for me, and I sometimes wonder if the 3D of those adjacent colors is just a personal optical artifact for me, or whether it affects others similarly.

I've noticed the red/blue 3D effect, too - like those 3D glasses in the movie theater - but in the case of your image I mentioned, it's more than that. I feel like I can reach through my monitor and touch the individual petals.

**ivanvernon** · 09-05-2019, 07:52 AM

Originally posted by luftfluss

I've noticed the red/blue 3D effect, too - like those 3D glasses in the movie theater - but in the case of your image I mentioned, it's more than that. I feel like I can reach through my monitor and touch the individual petals.

Interesting. I tried out a new (to me) lens today, the Pentax 67 100mm f 4.0 macro, highly regarded as one of the great Pentax lenses. It also produces 3D-like artifacts. I will be posting some of those photos later today, probably in Prime, Bokeh, and Large Flower clubs and maybe in the Medium Format photo section since I am using it with the 645Z camera.

MicheleDittamo · 09-15-2019, 06:23 AM - **2 Likes**

pentax A 85mm f1.4 : D

Sandy Hancock · 09-15-2019, 06:33 AM

Originally posted by MicheleDittamo

pentax A 85mm f1.4 : D

Now you're just teasing!

LeRolls · 09-15-2019, 07:43 PM - **1 Like**

Miss my 85 1.4 but I may slap the 77 onto my K-1 for a few portraits next week.

Sandy Hancock · 09-15-2019, 08:08 PM

Originally posted by LeRolls

Miss my 85 1.4 but I may slap the 77 onto my K-1 for a few portraits next week.

It's great to know you still have some Pentax gear! I look forward to seeing your results

MicheleDittamo · 09-16-2019, 12:53 AM

I prefer 85 ka

MicheleDittamo · 09-16-2019, 05:15 AM - **1 Like**

: p

pentax 135 mm f1.8 star and 50mm A

**ivanvernon** · 09-16-2019, 06:16 AM

Originally posted by LeRolls

Miss my 85 1.4 but I may slap the 77 onto my K-1 for a few portraits next week.

Was it stolen? I wish someone would give it back because we miss your ladies!

LeRolls · 09-17-2019, 06:21 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ivanvernon

Was it stolen? I wish someone would give it back because we miss your ladies!

The AF motor stopped working and I couldn't find anyone to fix it and I don't have the patience to manually focus. After shooting a lot with both Sony and Fuji I have to say that I still prefer the results I was getting with the K-1 85 1.4 combo image quality wise. Although the AF in both the Sony and Fuji is absolutely amazing.

---------- Post added 09-17-19 at 09:22 PM ----------

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

It's great to know you still have some Pentax gear! I look forward to seeing your results

I still have all my Pentax gear. Didn't have the heart to try and sell it off. Plus I have yet to use a camera that rivals the K-1 for image quality.

Sandy Hancock · 09-17-2019, 08:20 PM

Originally posted by LeRolls

After shooting a lot with both Sony and Fuji I have to say that I still prefer the results I was getting with the K-1 85 1.4 combo image quality wise.

Mind you, there's something really special about the way your Fuji 56mm renders. The Sony images never really did it for me though - the colours always looked a bit cold and the bokeh a bit flat. There's no doubt they were sharp though

**ivanvernon** · 09-17-2019, 11:06 PM

Originally posted by LeRolls

The AF motor stopped working and I couldn't find anyone to fix it and I don't have the patience to manually focus. After shooting a lot with both Sony and Fuji I have to say that I still prefer the results I was getting with the K-1 85 1.4 combo image quality wise. Although the AF in both the Sony and Fuji is absolutely amazing.

---------- Post added 09-17-19 at 09:22 PM ----------

I still have all my Pentax gear. Didn't have the heart to try and sell it off. Plus I have yet to use a camera that rivals the K-1 for image quality.

There is no AF motor in the Pentax-FA 85mm f 1.4 lens. It works by screw drive from the camera, so the problem may not be too serious. Something similar happened to my Pentax-D FA 645 90mm f 2.8, and Keh fixed it up perfectly for their minimum lens repair charge, a little over $200. I recommend them.

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09-04-2019, 06:52 PM - 1 Like	#62
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,619	Whoa, that final image has some serious three-dimensionality to it!

09-04-2019, 11:05 PM	#63
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Originally posted by luftfluss Whoa, that final image has some serious three-dimensionality to it! Thanks. I thought so as well. Also, I saw some 3D on the first image, especially where the red and light green colors are juxtapositioned. Red and green next to each other often create that effect for me, and I sometimes wonder if the 3D of those adjacent colors is just a personal optical artifact for me, or whether it affects others similarly.

09-05-2019, 07:37 AM	#64
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,619	Originally posted by ivanvernon Thanks. I thought so as well. Also, I saw some 3D on the first image, especially where the red and light green colors are juxtapositioned. Red and green next to each other often create that effect for me, and I sometimes wonder if the 3D of those adjacent colors is just a personal optical artifact for me, or whether it affects others similarly. I've noticed the red/blue 3D effect, too - like those 3D glasses in the movie theater - but in the case of your image I mentioned, it's more than that. I feel like I can reach through my monitor and touch the individual petals.

09-05-2019, 07:52 AM	#65
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Originally posted by luftfluss I've noticed the red/blue 3D effect, too - like those 3D glasses in the movie theater - but in the case of your image I mentioned, it's more than that. I feel like I can reach through my monitor and touch the individual petals. Interesting. I tried out a new (to me) lens today, the Pentax 67 100mm f 4.0 macro, highly regarded as one of the great Pentax lenses. It also produces 3D-like artifacts. I will be posting some of those photos later today, probably in Prime, Bokeh, and Large Flower clubs and maybe in the Medium Format photo section since I am using it with the 645Z camera.

09-15-2019, 06:33 AM	#67
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	Originally posted by MicheleDittamo pentax A 85mm f1.4 : D Now you're just teasing!

09-15-2019, 07:43 PM - 1 Like	#68
LeRolls Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: PSL, FL Posts: 4,504	Miss my 85 1.4 but I may slap the 77 onto my K-1 for a few portraits next week.

09-15-2019, 08:08 PM	#69
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	Originally posted by LeRolls Miss my 85 1.4 but I may slap the 77 onto my K-1 for a few portraits next week. It's great to know you still have some Pentax gear! I look forward to seeing your results

09-16-2019, 12:53 AM	#70
MicheleDittamo New Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Perugia Posts: 14	I prefer 85 ka

09-16-2019, 06:16 AM	#72
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Originally posted by LeRolls Miss my 85 1.4 but I may slap the 77 onto my K-1 for a few portraits next week. Was it stolen? I wish someone would give it back because we miss your ladies!

09-17-2019, 06:21 PM - 1 Like	#73
LeRolls Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: PSL, FL Posts: 4,504	Originally posted by ivanvernon Was it stolen? I wish someone would give it back because we miss your ladies! The AF motor stopped working and I couldn't find anyone to fix it and I don't have the patience to manually focus. After shooting a lot with both Sony and Fuji I have to say that I still prefer the results I was getting with the K-1 85 1.4 combo image quality wise. Although the AF in both the Sony and Fuji is absolutely amazing. ---------- Post added 09-17-19 at 09:22 PM ---------- Originally posted by Sandy Hancock It's great to know you still have some Pentax gear! I look forward to seeing your results I still have all my Pentax gear. Didn't have the heart to try and sell it off. Plus I have yet to use a camera that rivals the K-1 for image quality.

09-17-2019, 08:20 PM	#74
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	Originally posted by LeRolls After shooting a lot with both Sony and Fuji I have to say that I still prefer the results I was getting with the K-1 85 1.4 combo image quality wise. Mind you, there's something really special about the way your Fuji 56mm renders. The Sony images never really did it for me though - the colours always looked a bit cold and the bokeh a bit flat. There's no doubt they were sharp though

09-17-2019, 11:06 PM	#75
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,224	Originally posted by LeRolls The AF motor stopped working and I couldn't find anyone to fix it and I don't have the patience to manually focus. After shooting a lot with both Sony and Fuji I have to say that I still prefer the results I was getting with the K-1 85 1.4 combo image quality wise. Although the AF in both the Sony and Fuji is absolutely amazing. ---------- Post added 09-17-19 at 09:22 PM ---------- I still have all my Pentax gear. Didn't have the heart to try and sell it off. Plus I have yet to use a camera that rivals the K-1 for image quality. There is no AF motor in the Pentax-FA 85mm f 1.4 lens. It works by screw drive from the camera, so the problem may not be too serious. Something similar happened to my Pentax-D FA 645 90mm f 2.8, and Keh fixed it up perfectly for their minimum lens repair charge, a little over $200. I recommend them. Used Camera Lenses For Sale \| Buy & Sell Used Lenses - KEH at KEH Camera