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06-07-2021, 04:22 PM   #16
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Somebody here is going to be verrrry happy! Probably not me, but who knows? For those of you who already own some Limited lenses, keep in mind that I don't own any. Just sayin'.

06-08-2021, 08:22 AM   #17
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I'd love a chance to check out the new coatings on these classics!
06-11-2021, 04:17 PM   #18
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Nice prizes PF

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Is the HD a massive improvement on the SMC coating?

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If the new coatings are better, I cantbunderstand why the older lens versions still cost more? Is there a difference in build quality m, are they made somewhere else etc?

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If the new coatings are better, I can't understand why the older lens versions still cost more? Is there a difference in build quality, are they made somewhere else etc?
06-11-2021, 05:07 PM   #19
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QuoteOriginally posted by BrianCoup Quote
. . . Is the HD a massive improvement on the SMC coating?. . .

are they made somewhere else etc?. . .
here is the review of the HD vs. SMC FA limiteds:
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Read more at: HD vs. SMC Pentax FA Limited Lenses Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews


the original SMC FA Limiteds were made in Japan

then later Assembled in Vietnam

the new HD are Assembled in Vietnam I believe


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The giveaway entry thread is now live:
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I love the giveaways. And that 77mm Limited.

06-15-2021, 04:59 AM   #23
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Soooo, do posts here count, like this one
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Looks like a great contest with a great prize

Good luck to all who enter
06-15-2021, 07:25 AM   #25
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That 77mm limited would look soooo nice in my camera bag and attached to my KP and K-5 IIS!!
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I actually really fancy a 31mm, and it would have to be silver
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I am just curious if the purpose of the posts requirement. Is it to give us more exposure to the site & the various forums?
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I am just curious if the purpose of the posts requirement. Is it to give us more exposure to the site & the various forums?
I think the purpose is two fold. The hope is to increase engagement and to encourage new members, whilst I think the additional footfall increases revenue from advertisers, which helps to pay for the prizes, but I could be wrong
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QuoteOriginally posted by Cerebum Quote
I actually really fancy a 31mm, and it would have to be silver
You stay away from my raffle prize... I've got a collection to fill out, here
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QuoteOriginally posted by Serkevan Quote
You stay away from my raffle prize... I've got a collection to fill out, here
Stop it

Stop it now

Don't make me stop the car

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