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GibbyTheMole · 06-27-2013, 07:18 PM

I'm considering picking up an 01 at some point for low light shooting... Just wondering how the IQ is on the 01 wide open. Anyone got any examples? I know most lenses get softer wide open & I'd like to have the extra speed, but if the IQ isn't there wide open I won't waste my money.

Or maybe there's a good fast 8mm C-mount or something out there I could pick up used?

Thanks!
Bob :-)

Adam · 06-27-2013, 07:30 PM

It's decent. Here are some samples:
01 Standard Prime 8.5mm F1.9 | Sample Photos for Pentax Cameras & Lenses - PentaxForums.com

Steve.Ledger · 06-27-2013, 07:32 PM

It's great, actually.

audiobomber · 06-27-2013, 08:10 PM

Mine is wide open much of the time. It is sharp, even Photozone thinks so:

"It is very "sharp" across the image frame even at max. aperture."

"The Pentax-01 Standard Prime 8.5mm f/1.9 is capable of exploiting the sensor to the max even at fully open aperture."

GibbyTheMole · 06-28-2013, 05:00 AM

Originally posted by Adam

It's decent. Here are some samples:

Excellent! Well... that makes my mind up. When I get some $$$, an 01 it is. (if I can find one.)

Thanks, guys! - Bob :-)

tromboads · 06-29-2013, 07:58 PM

Yep. Go buy another Q with a 01 attached if need be. It's a freekin' Gem.

Rodney9 · 06-30-2013, 01:18 AM

Originally posted by tromboads

Yep. Go buy another Q with a 01 attached if need be. It's a freekin' Gem.

I can't hardly wait, mine should be here tomorrow.

06-27-2013, 07:18 PM	#1
GibbyTheMole Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Iowa Photos: Albums Posts: 2,275	How's the IQ on the 01 wide open? I'm considering picking up an 01 at some point for low light shooting... Just wondering how the IQ is on the 01 wide open. Anyone got any examples? I know most lenses get softer wide open & I'd like to have the extra speed, but if the IQ isn't there wide open I won't waste my money. Or maybe there's a good fast 8mm C-mount or something out there I could pick up used? Thanks! Bob :-)

06-27-2013, 07:30 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,609	It's decent. Here are some samples: 01 Standard Prime 8.5mm F1.9 \| Sample Photos for Pentax Cameras & Lenses - PentaxForums.com 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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Steve.Ledger Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Far North Qld Posts: 3,301	It's great, actually.

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audiobomber Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Sudbury, Ontario Photos: Albums Posts: 6,806	Mine is wide open much of the time. It is sharp, even Photozone thinks so: "It is very "sharp" across the image frame even at max. aperture." "The Pentax-01 Standard Prime 8.5mm f/1.9 is capable of exploiting the sensor to the max even at fully open aperture."

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GibbyTheMole Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Iowa Photos: Albums Posts: 2,275 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam It's decent. Here are some samples: Excellent! Well... that makes my mind up. When I get some $$$, an 01 it is. (if I can find one.) Thanks, guys! - Bob :-)

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Rodney9 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 135	Originally posted by tromboads Yep. Go buy another Q with a 01 attached if need be. It's a freekin' Gem. I can't hardly wait, mine should be here tomorrow.

How's the IQ on the 01 wide open?

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