DFA*50 1.4 coming

dcpropilot · 02-21-2017, 07:09 PM

Was the hood on?

cesarfishman · 02-21-2017, 07:11 PM

Originally posted by dcpropilot

Was the hood on?

nope.

sbc · 02-21-2017, 07:11 PM

Why is a normal 50mm f1.4 a star lens? I would understand if it was f1.2 but f1.4 is so common. With star lens comes star price.

mee · 02-21-2017, 07:16 PM - **5 Likes**

Oh come on now.. please don't start complaining about size or price. They offer us a Sigma equivalent and now people don't want it? * rating means it's going to be * quality. You don't get that for bargain basement prices or size these days.

I hope there is more than 1 lens discussed during CP+ though.. 20/24/85 ? Bring them onnnn.

sculptor666 · 02-21-2017, 07:17 PM - **1 Like**

i found the 55mm to vignette with the hood on, especially when underexposed, which is sometime necessary. that plus the CA made it unacceptable for me, so i sold it. no arguing with it's resolving power though. now i have a k 50mm 1.2 and it's wonderful. if the new 50mm has ca under control, it will be a welcome addition.... unless it's $1200, then i'll pass. the more lenses the better, keep 'em coming, even if they're not for me.

cali92rs · 02-21-2017, 07:17 PM - **1 Like**

DFA 20mm (or wider) up next!
*crosses fingers*

OJGoreng · 02-21-2017, 07:17 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by Not a Number

Product information:
・An image circle accommodating the image size of 35mm full-frame digital cameras

It appears to be even larger. (OK, had to google whether it was just an unfortunate typo or a term I had not heard in this context.)

normhead · 02-21-2017, 07:17 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by cesarfishman

nope.

From what I understand lens rentals quoted by some one, all manufactures have about a 4% rate for their lenses being defective upon delivery. That's 1 on 25. It sure sounds like you were one of the lucky ones. I think Rondec has both a K-1 and a DA* 55, maybe he'll weigh in.

Another DA*55 on K-1 image

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/122-lens-clubs/73997-da-club-279.html#post3679413

Sandy Hancock

Including this one shot close to infinity/

From tis post...
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/122-lens-clubs/73997-da-club-277.html#post3657766

And this one...
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/122-lens-clubs/73997-da-club-273.html#post3619697

There's lots of evidence this lens does fine on a K-1, unless it's defective.

starjedi · 02-21-2017, 07:19 PM

Originally posted by sbc

Why is a normal 50mm f1.4 a star lens? I would understand if it was f1.2 but f1.4 is so common. With star lens comes star price.

55 1.4 is not very expensive. 50mm F1.4 should not be above $1000.0... I think $800 might be a reasonable price...

**monochrome** · 02-21-2017, 07:19 PM

Originally posted by boriscleto

But they want something more than a sliver in focus...

TFW you focus on the eye and you can only get 1/2 the eyelash sharp.

cesarfishman · 02-21-2017, 07:25 PM

Originally posted by normhead

From what I understand lens rentals quoted by some one, all manufactures have about a 4% rate for their lenses being defective upon delivery. That's 1 on 25. It sure sounds like you were one of the lucky ones. I think Rondec has both a K-1 and a DA* 55, maybe he'll weigh in.

That may very well be the case. I sold it on and stayed without a normal prime. I decided that if there wasn't something ready to sell by CP+ I would just pick up the 43mm ltd.

After I saw this announcement, I went over to the marketplace and someone had just listed a 43mm in mint condition, so I snapped that sucker up.

normhead · 02-21-2017, 07:30 PM

Originally posted by cesarfishman

That may very well be the case. I sold it on and stayed without a normal prime. I decided that if there wasn't something ready to sell by CP+ I would just pick up the 43mm ltd.

After I saw this announcement, I went over to the marketplace and someone had just listed a 43mm in mint condition, so I snapped that sucker up.

Cesar

That's the thing... if you don't have a lot, anything you get is good.

**grahame** · 02-21-2017, 07:31 PM

Originally posted by cesarfishman

I would just pick up the 43mm ltd

You will find FA 43 has same, if not worse dark corners as you have seen on DA55. -- It does not mean the FA 43 is a bad one, they are just designed that way.

**jpzk** · 02-21-2017, 07:33 PM

Originally posted by sbc

Why is a normal 50mm f1.4 a star lens? I would understand if it was f1.2 but f1.4 is so common. With star lens comes star price.

What ??

sbc · 02-21-2017, 07:35 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by starjedi

55 1.4 is not very expensive. 50mm F1.4 should not be above $1000.0... I think $800 might be a reasonable price...

It is to me. I bought a DFA 50 macro instead. I lose the wider f stops but gain macro and super sharp images at f2.8. 50mm used to be a 'cheap' lens for people starting out but is now a premium lens.

02-21-2017, 07:17 PM - 3 Likes	#38
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Originally posted by cesarfishman nope. From what I understand lens rentals quoted by some one, all manufactures have about a 4% rate for their lenses being defective upon delivery. That's 1 on 25. It sure sounds like you were one of the lucky ones. I think Rondec has both a K-1 and a DA* 55, maybe he'll weigh in. Another DA55 on K-1 image https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/122-lens-clubs/73997-da-club-279.html#post3679413 Sandy Hancock Including this one shot close to infinity/ From tis post... https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/122-lens-clubs/73997-da-club-277.html#post3657766 And this one... https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/122-lens-clubs/73997-da-club-273.html#post3619697 There's lots of evidence this lens does fine on a K-1, unless it's defective. Last edited by normhead; 02-21-2017 at 07:26 PM.*

02-21-2017, 07:25 PM	#41
cesarfishman Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: LA Posts: 79	Originally posted by normhead From what I understand lens rentals quoted by some one, all manufactures have about a 4% rate for their lenses being defective upon delivery. That's 1 on 25. It sure sounds like you were one of the lucky ones. I think Rondec has both a K-1 and a DA* 55, maybe he'll weigh in. That may very well be the case. I sold it on and stayed without a normal prime. I decided that if there wasn't something ready to sell by CP+ I would just pick up the 43mm ltd. After I saw this announcement, I went over to the marketplace and someone had just listed a 43mm in mint condition, so I snapped that sucker up. Last edited by cesarfishman; 02-21-2017 at 07:35 PM.

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02-21-2017, 07:09 PM	#31
dcpropilot Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Vermont Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 941	Was the hood on?

02-21-2017, 07:11 PM	#32
cesarfishman Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: LA Posts: 79	Originally posted by dcpropilot Was the hood on? nope.

02-21-2017, 07:11 PM	#33
sbc Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Photos: Albums Posts: 357	Why is a normal 50mm f1.4 a star lens? I would understand if it was f1.2 but f1.4 is so common. With star lens comes star price.

02-21-2017, 07:16 PM - 5 Likes	#34
mee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 7,403	Oh come on now.. please don't start complaining about size or price. They offer us a Sigma equivalent and now people don't want it? * rating means it's going to be * quality. You don't get that for bargain basement prices or size these days. I hope there is more than 1 lens discussed during CP+ though.. 20/24/85 ? Bring them onnnn.

02-21-2017, 07:17 PM - 1 Like	#35
sculptor666 Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: PA Photos: Gallery Posts: 675	i found the 55mm to vignette with the hood on, especially when underexposed, which is sometime necessary. that plus the CA made it unacceptable for me, so i sold it. no arguing with it's resolving power though. now i have a k 50mm 1.2 and it's wonderful. if the new 50mm has ca under control, it will be a welcome addition.... unless it's $1200, then i'll pass. the more lenses the better, keep 'em coming, even if they're not for me.

02-21-2017, 07:17 PM - 1 Like	#36
cali92rs Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 3,354	DFA 20mm (or wider) up next! crosses fingers

02-21-2017, 07:17 PM - 4 Likes	#37
OJGoreng Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Amsterdam Photos: Gallery Posts: 197	Originally posted by Not a Number Product information: ・An image circle accommodating the image size of 35mm full-frame digital cameras It appears to be even larger. (OK, had to google whether it was just an unfortunate typo or a term I had not heard in this context.)

02-21-2017, 07:19 PM	#39
starjedi Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: New Jersey Posts: 932	Originally posted by sbc Why is a normal 50mm f1.4 a star lens? I would understand if it was f1.2 but f1.4 is so common. With star lens comes star price. 55 1.4 is not very expensive. 50mm F1.4 should not be above $1000.0... I think $800 might be a reasonable price...

02-21-2017, 07:19 PM	#40
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by boriscleto But they want something more than a sliver in focus... TFW you focus on the eye and you can only get 1/2 the eyelash sharp.

02-21-2017, 07:30 PM	#42
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Originally posted by cesarfishman That may very well be the case. I sold it on and stayed without a normal prime. I decided that if there wasn't something ready to sell by CP+ I would just pick up the 43mm ltd. After I saw this announcement, I went over to the marketplace and someone had just listed a 43mm in mint condition, so I snapped that sucker up. Cesar That's the thing... if you don't have a lot, anything you get is good.

02-21-2017, 07:31 PM	#43
grahame Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 2,041	Originally posted by cesarfishman I would just pick up the 43mm ltd You will find FA 43 has same, if not worse dark corners as you have seen on DA55. -- It does not mean the FA 43 is a bad one, they are just designed that way.

02-21-2017, 07:33 PM	#44
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by sbc Why is a normal 50mm f1.4 a star lens? I would understand if it was f1.2 but f1.4 is so common. With star lens comes star price. What ??

02-21-2017, 07:35 PM - 1 Like	#45
sbc Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Photos: Albums Posts: 357	Originally posted by starjedi 55 1.4 is not very expensive. 50mm F1.4 should not be above $1000.0... I think $800 might be a reasonable price... It is to me. I bought a DFA 50 macro instead. I lose the wider f stops but gain macro and super sharp images at f2.8. 50mm used to be a 'cheap' lens for people starting out but is now a premium lens.