Pentax DA 35mm f/2.4 AL samples

Jonathan Mac · 12-02-2020, 03:58 AM

Originally posted by haroon88

My question from others is, is the performance in terms of sharpness of this Pentax 35mm f2.4 better than Sigma 30mm f1.4 (not Art version)

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By the time the Sigma is at f/2.4 it's pretty much as sharp as the 35/2.4. Below that it's not so good and focus is very hit-and-miss, so despite being a stop and a half faster it's not easy to get a real advantage from that extra speed, plus the Sigma is a lot more expensive and heavier too.

Many years ago I chose the DA 35mm Limited over the Sigma as a standard prime. A few years later I got the Sigma for a good price but, while I got some enjoyment out of it while I had it, I sold it on for the reasons above.

If you want a good 35mm prime for Pentax that's faster than f/2.8 then the HD FA 35mm f/2 is superior to both the Sigma and the 35/2.4. Stop down just to f/2.2 and it's sharper than the 35/2.4 wide open, it is also better at giving a 3D feel to photos. It can often be had for a good price in sales, so not that black Friday has passed, your best bet might be to wait until after christmas to get a good price on it.

mirceattl · 12-11-2020, 11:45 AM

I own this lens and I confirm what's been said here, the price/quality ratio is very good!

Ivan · 01-09-2021, 03:33 PM - **1 Like**

sany · 01-09-2021, 09:44 PM

Originally posted by Ivan

Wow..I love this. Magical! which part of the world is this?

Ivan · 01-11-2021, 01:21 AM

Originally posted by sany

Wow..I love this. Magical! which part of the world is this?

It looks even better in real life). This picture was taken in a small European country called Latvia. For several days there is -3 frost and snow falls. Jelgava city.

**Bluestem** · 04-28-2021, 06:40 PM - **2 Likes**

On the road.

Pentax K5 + 35mm 2.4

photoaki · 05-01-2021, 03:58 PM

Originally posted by Bluestem

On the road.

Pentax K5 + 35mm 2.4

Love the clouds on this one. Did you post process or it’s as captured?

**Bluestem** · 05-02-2021, 08:19 PM

Originally posted by photoaki

Love the clouds on this one. Did you post process or it’s as captured?

Thanks! Shot in RAW, BW profile orange filter in Lightroom. Basic exposure/ contrast adjustments.

aaacb · 06-16-2021, 06:53 PM - **1 Like**

one of my first photos with pentax, k3ii and da 35/2.4

Ivan · 09-29-2021, 05:26 AM - **1 Like**

Ivan · 10-09-2021, 03:50 AM - **2 Likes**

**Bluestem** · 12-23-2021, 06:29 PM - **3 Likes**

k5 + DA35

HistoryMilkshake · 02-07-2022, 01:44 PM

Originally posted by Bluestem

k5 + DA35

Stunning picture. I really do love it.

**Bluestem** · 02-11-2022, 10:43 AM

Originally posted by HistoryMilkshake

Stunning picture. I really do love it.

Thank you! I love that you can pickup this wonderful combo used for around 225-300 USD. What a bargain.

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12-02-2020, 03:58 AM	#91
Jonathan Mac Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 10,879	Originally posted by haroon88 My question from others is, is the performance in terms of sharpness of this Pentax 35mm f2.4 better than Sigma 30mm f1.4 (not Art version) ---------- Post added 11-23-20 at 02:34 PM ---------- Top photo By the time the Sigma is at f/2.4 it's pretty much as sharp as the 35/2.4. Below that it's not so good and focus is very hit-and-miss, so despite being a stop and a half faster it's not easy to get a real advantage from that extra speed, plus the Sigma is a lot more expensive and heavier too. Many years ago I chose the DA 35mm Limited over the Sigma as a standard prime. A few years later I got the Sigma for a good price but, while I got some enjoyment out of it while I had it, I sold it on for the reasons above. If you want a good 35mm prime for Pentax that's faster than f/2.8 then the HD FA 35mm f/2 is superior to both the Sigma and the 35/2.4. Stop down just to f/2.2 and it's sharper than the 35/2.4 wide open, it is also better at giving a 3D feel to photos. It can often be had for a good price in sales, so not that black Friday has passed, your best bet might be to wait until after christmas to get a good price on it.

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mirceattl Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 157	I own this lens and I confirm what's been said here, the price/quality ratio is very good!

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sany Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Dubai, UAE Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 448 Original Poster	Originally posted by Ivan Wow..I love this. Magical! which part of the world is this?

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Ivan Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Moscow Posts: 639	Originally posted by sany Wow..I love this. Magical! which part of the world is this? It looks even better in real life). This picture was taken in a small European country called Latvia. For several days there is -3 frost and snow falls. Jelgava city.

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photoaki Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 187	Originally posted by Bluestem On the road. Pentax K5 + 35mm 2.4 Love the clouds on this one. Did you post process or it’s as captured?

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Bluestem Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2019 Posts: 562	Originally posted by photoaki Love the clouds on this one. Did you post process or it’s as captured? Thanks! Shot in RAW, BW profile orange filter in Lightroom. Basic exposure/ contrast adjustments.

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aaacb Pentaxian Join Date: May 2016 Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,723	one of my first photos with pentax, k3ii and da 35/2.4

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02-07-2022, 01:44 PM	#103
HistoryMilkshake New Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Brighton Posts: 20	Originally posted by Bluestem k5 + DA35 Stunning picture. I really do love it.

02-11-2022, 10:43 AM	#104
Bluestem Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2019 Posts: 562	Originally posted by HistoryMilkshake Stunning picture. I really do love it. Thank you! I love that you can pickup this wonderful combo used for around 225-300 USD. What a bargain.