SMC Pentax 67 200mm F4

AshokK · 11-11-2015, 07:44 PM

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Hi Guys,

Just wondering if I could use SMC Pentax 67 200mm F4 on my Pentax K-5 as it (without an adapter). Also, which would be a better lens when compared to SMC Pentax 67 200mm F4 vs Pentax 55 -300mm SMC DA L 1:4- 5.8?

Thanks!

**pepperberry farm** · 11-11-2015, 08:27 PM

not sure how it would work without an adapter.... unless I'm missing something....

**UncleVanya** · 11-11-2015, 09:45 PM

It would require an adapter.

It would be a 200mm f4 that likely is prone to ca. Being a 6x7 lens it will be HEAVY and perhaps not as high quality as your k5 would get from a modern lens.

desertscape · 11-12-2015, 10:04 AM

The 200 Pentax for the 67 is a proven performer and I have never seen CA from it. Not sure how it compares with the 55-300 though.

**RKKS08** · 11-12-2015, 12:47 PM

The 67 mount is wider than the K mount, and also register distance of the 67 system is much bigger.

Both you can see here:
Objektiv adapter Pentax 67 to PK K100D K200D K110D K-m K-r K-3 K-50 Pentax PK | eBay

Simen1 · 11-13-2015, 01:29 AM

An adapter is the best way to use that lens on a K-5.

That said, its not impossible to use it without an adapter. What you need is a way to hold both the camera and the lens at the right distance from each other steady, and something to block light from entering the space between them. As a first approach, try to mount the camera and lens on a piece of wood, fold a black paper to form a roll, and cut the length of the roll so it holds the flanges approximately 4 cm apart. This is practically a home made dirt cheap dirt quality adapter.

Its in theory possible to free hand hold those without something to block the light in between, but in my opinion its a waste of time unless you are trying to make abstract art.

K David · 11-13-2015, 11:54 AM

I've used my 200 f/4 on my K-3. It's a fantastic telephoto that's as sharp as an FA lens and has no noticeable CA.

Here are some samples.

**UncleVanya** · 11-13-2015, 02:27 PM

Originally posted by K David

I've used my 200 f/4 on my K-3. It's a fantastic telephoto that's as sharp as an FA lens and has no noticeable CA.

Here are some samples.

Excellent!!!

11-11-2015, 07:44 PM	#1
AshokK Guest	SMC Pentax 67 200mm F4 Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Hi Guys, Just wondering if I could use SMC Pentax 67 200mm F4 on my Pentax K-5 as it (without an adapter). Also, which would be a better lens when compared to SMC Pentax 67 200mm F4 vs Pentax 55 -300mm SMC DA L 1:4- 5.8? Thanks!

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11-11-2015, 08:27 PM	#2
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,657	not sure how it would work without an adapter.... unless I'm missing something....

11-11-2015, 09:45 PM	#3
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,398	It would require an adapter. It would be a 200mm f4 that likely is prone to ca. Being a 6x7 lens it will be HEAVY and perhaps not as high quality as your k5 would get from a modern lens.

11-12-2015, 10:04 AM	#4
desertscape Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,272	The 200 Pentax for the 67 is a proven performer and I have never seen CA from it. Not sure how it compares with the 55-300 though.

11-12-2015, 12:47 PM	#5
RKKS08 Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Frankfurt am Main Posts: 1,241	The 67 mount is wider than the K mount, and also register distance of the 67 system is much bigger. Both you can see here: Objektiv adapter Pentax 67 to PK K100D K200D K110D K-m K-r K-3 K-50 Pentax PK \| eBay

11-13-2015, 01:29 AM	#6
Simen1 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Tromsø, Norway Photos: Albums Posts: 1,031	An adapter is the best way to use that lens on a K-5. That said, its not impossible to use it without an adapter. What you need is a way to hold both the camera and the lens at the right distance from each other steady, and something to block light from entering the space between them. As a first approach, try to mount the camera and lens on a piece of wood, fold a black paper to form a roll, and cut the length of the roll so it holds the flanges approximately 4 cm apart. This is practically a home made dirt cheap dirt quality adapter. Its in theory possible to free hand hold those without something to block the light in between, but in my opinion its a waste of time unless you are trying to make abstract art.

11-13-2015, 11:54 AM	#7
K David Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Colorado Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,437	I've used my 200 f/4 on my K-3. It's a fantastic telephoto that's as sharp as an FA lens and has no noticeable CA. Here are some samples.

11-13-2015, 02:27 PM	#8
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,398	Originally posted by K David I've used my 200 f/4 on my K-3. It's a fantastic telephoto that's as sharp as an FA lens and has no noticeable CA. Here are some samples. Excellent!!!

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