whch single focal length lens?

Tanzer · 12-07-2014, 10:11 AM

For me, something slightly wider than normal. So yes, the DA21 would be about perfect.

**ChrisPlatt** · 12-07-2014, 10:17 AM

For general photography I prefer a fast 35mm lens on my 35mm film SLR.
For APS-C that would translate to 24mm focal length.

Chris

fekkento · 12-07-2014, 10:32 AM

I,d vote for a 24 mm. But you can buy very good old manual lenses (which are perfect for landscapes) for a few bucks, so you could get a series of them

Kozlok · 12-07-2014, 11:17 AM

If I only wanted one lens, it would be the DA35 Ltd macro.

violetka.atanasova · 12-10-2014, 11:31 AM

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FantasticMrFox · 12-10-2014, 11:36 AM

Originally posted by violetka.atanasova

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Terrific first post, psyched for more.

**beachgardener** · 12-11-2014, 01:42 AM

HD DA 21mm

habsfanusa · 12-13-2014, 09:38 PM

DA 15mm f4 (SMC, not HD, version)

aleonx3 · 12-13-2014, 09:43 PM

24mm focal length would be best (both for landscape especially including people)..

noelpolar · 12-13-2014, 09:55 PM

Originally posted by habsfanusa

DA 15mm f4 (SMC, not HD, version)

If 15 or 21 for that matter....I'd go HD over SMC....$ being the same...... but I'm not into starbursts for starbursts sake.

januko · 12-13-2014, 10:37 PM

Originally posted by noelpolar

If 15 or 21 for that matter....I'd go HD over SMC....$ being the same...... but I'm not into starbursts for starbursts sake.

The HD coating can't do starbursts? Just asking..

bsamcash · 12-13-2014, 11:08 PM

Originally posted by januko

The HD coating can't do starbursts? Just asking..

It's because of the rounded aperture blades.

noelpolar · 12-14-2014, 12:00 AM

Originally posted by januko

The HD coating can't do starbursts? Just asking..

Yes it can, however because of the rounded blades they are not as pleasing to many. The HD coating (arguably) further improves the flare performance and possibly other image aspects of the lens.....minutely though given how good the performance was anyway.

Gray · 12-14-2014, 12:19 AM

SMC DA 15/4 Ltd, without a doubt (not the HD).

The 15mm Limited controls my mind - club

januko · 12-14-2014, 01:27 AM

Love those photos there Gray.

I like the morning feel where the sun is rising and you could feel its rays slowly touching you and the fair the gust of wind or air that pass you by.

Never done looking all photos in the 15mm club page but there are all admirable and lots of Pentaxians just have the skills and the eyes.

But I can't deny that I love photos with starbursts in it.

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12-07-2014, 10:11 AM	#16
Tanzer Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Perrineville, NJ Posts: 1,375	For me, something slightly wider than normal. So yes, the DA21 would be about perfect.

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ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,692	For general photography I prefer a fast 35mm lens on my 35mm film SLR. For APS-C that would translate to 24mm focal length. Chris

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fekkento New Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 3	I,d vote for a 24 mm. But you can buy very good old manual lenses (which are perfect for landscapes) for a few bucks, so you could get a series of them

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noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310	Originally posted by habsfanusa DA 15mm f4 (SMC, not HD, version) If 15 or 21 for that matter....I'd go HD over SMC....$ being the same...... but I'm not into starbursts for starbursts sake.

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12-13-2014, 10:37 PM	#26
januko Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 89	Originally posted by noelpolar If 15 or 21 for that matter....I'd go HD over SMC....$ being the same...... but I'm not into starbursts for starbursts sake. The HD coating can't do starbursts? Just asking..

12-13-2014, 11:08 PM	#27
bsamcash Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cupertino, CA Photos: Albums Posts: 391	Originally posted by januko The HD coating can't do starbursts? Just asking.. It's because of the rounded aperture blades.

12-14-2014, 12:00 AM	#28
noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310	Originally posted by januko The HD coating can't do starbursts? Just asking.. Yes it can, however because of the rounded blades they are not as pleasing to many. The HD coating (arguably) further improves the flare performance and possibly other image aspects of the lens.....minutely though given how good the performance was anyway.

12-14-2014, 01:27 AM	#30
januko Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 89	Love those photos there Gray. I like the morning feel where the sun is rising and you could feel its rays slowly touching you and the fair the gust of wind or air that pass you by. Never done looking all photos in the 15mm club page but there are all admirable and lots of Pentaxians just have the skills and the eyes. But I can't deny that I love photos with starbursts in it.