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stillwell · 07-19-2022, 10:42 PM - **1 Like**

Hi Pentaxians .Just wondering what the best choice of Focal Length is best for this lens. 35 ,100 or somewhere else in the range

Spock · 07-20-2022, 02:49 AM - **2 Likes**

It's pretty much good across the range. That's why it earned the nickname of the 'box of primes'.

**StiffLegged** · 07-20-2022, 02:55 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by Spock

It's pretty much good across the range. That's why it earned the nickname of the 'box of primes'.

Like he says. Good glass!

**aslyfox** · 07-20-2022, 03:29 AM - **3 Likes**

reviews:

Quote:

Pentax-A 35-105mm F3.5 Review
Review . . .

Called the stack of primes by many and praised for it's wonderful production of super saturated reds and blues. This lens has apparently gained quite a reputation for amazing image quality over the years. So I thought it was worthy of an in depth look at it's capabilities. To prove or possibly disprove the reputation it has garnered over the years. . . .

Pentax-A 35-105mm F3.5 Review - Review | PentaxForums.com Reviews

SMC Pentax-A 35-105mm F3.5 Reviews - A Zoom Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

**JoelA** · 07-20-2022, 03:42 AM - **3 Likes**

I routinely use the 35 -105 SMC A Zoom on the K-1ii.

It's really is a strong performer. Fixed f/3.5 across the range.

Added bonus of a macro-ish function.

And the write ups about the color rendition are all true.

It's a no brainer purchase if you have the chance.

Enjoy!

AfterPentax Mark II · 07-20-2022, 05:42 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by stillwell

Hi Pentaxians .Just wondering what the best choice of Focal Length is best for this lens. 35 ,100 or somewhere else in the range

If you mean the FL for SR I usually choose 70mm and sometimes I choose 100mm if I know that I cannot put my feet on stable ground or if I am not able to choose a stable position. It is real "vintage" classic this lens...

stillwell · 07-20-2022, 12:33 PM

Originally posted by JoelA

I routinely use the 35 -105 SMC A Zoom on the K-1ii.

It's really is a strong performer. Fixed f/3.5 across the range.

Added bonus of a macro-ish function.

And the write ups about the color rendition are all true.

It's a no brainer purchase if you have the chance.

Enjoy!

yes the colour is magic!

---------- Post added 07-20-22 at 12:36 PM ----------

Originally posted by JoelA

I routinely use the 35 -105 SMC A Zoom on the K-1ii.

It's really is a strong performer. Fixed f/3.5 across the range.

Added bonus of a macro-ish function.

And the write ups about the color rendition are all true.

It's a no brainer purchase if you have the chance.

Enjoy!

yes saw it on a Youtube stream by "snappiness" who is a pentax fan.Got one off E Bay for around $90.Quite a lens!

**RobA_Oz** · 07-21-2022, 04:17 PM

I used this lens a lot on my K2DMD, and on and off on its DSLR successors. It’s a very good lens for its age. The one fault with it, I find, is that in low light or large apertures generally, the lack of adequate (?any) coating on the rear element can lead to lower contrast, due to reflections off the sensor, I understand. That was never an issue with film, presumably due to the less-shiny film surface. At smaller apertures or in bright light it’s as good as it gets for a 3:1 zoom of its range and era.

**cometguy** · 07-25-2022, 04:33 PM

I got one of these a year ago for $85 USD off eBay in mint condition. I've taken it on a cross-country road trip with a carefully selected set of five lenses to fit that field-of-view range, where I usually do landscape photos under 35mm (full-frame). Good lens, if you want something in this range that doesn't cost a lot but has pretty decent optics.

SpruceBruce · 07-25-2022, 09:09 PM

Best SMC-A lens, I've bought, it's tack sharp across it's entire focal range! I use it on my KP, K1, and Nikon Z7 all with great success.

07-19-2022, 10:42 PM - 1 Like	#1
stillwell New Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: palmerston north,new zealand Posts: 18	35 -105 SMC A Zoom lens on a k1 mK2 Hi Pentaxians .Just wondering what the best choice of Focal Length is best for this lens. 35 ,100 or somewhere else in the range

07-21-2022, 04:17 PM	#8
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,209	I used this lens a lot on my K2DMD, and on and off on its DSLR successors. It’s a very good lens for its age. The one fault with it, I find, is that in low light or large apertures generally, the lack of adequate (?any) coating on the rear element can lead to lower contrast, due to reflections off the sensor, I understand. That was never an issue with film, presumably due to the less-shiny film surface. At smaller apertures or in bright light it’s as good as it gets for a 3:1 zoom of its range and era. Last edited by RobA_Oz; 07-25-2022 at 11:03 PM.

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07-20-2022, 02:49 AM - 2 Likes	#2
Spock Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Perth, Western Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 674	It's pretty much good across the range. That's why it earned the nickname of the 'box of primes'.

07-20-2022, 02:55 AM - 3 Likes	#3
StiffLegged Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2018 Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,640	Originally posted by Spock It's pretty much good across the range. That's why it earned the nickname of the 'box of primes'. Like he says. Good glass!

07-20-2022, 03:29 AM - 3 Likes	#4
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,583	reviews: Quote: Pentax-A 35-105mm F3.5 Review Review . . . Called the stack of primes by many and praised for it's wonderful production of super saturated reds and blues. This lens has apparently gained quite a reputation for amazing image quality over the years. So I thought it was worthy of an in depth look at it's capabilities. To prove or possibly disprove the reputation it has garnered over the years. . . . Pentax-A 35-105mm F3.5 Review - Review \| PentaxForums.com Reviews SMC Pentax-A 35-105mm F3.5 Reviews - A Zoom Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

07-20-2022, 03:42 AM - 3 Likes	#5
JoelA Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 187	I routinely use the 35 -105 SMC A Zoom on the K-1ii. It's really is a strong performer. Fixed f/3.5 across the range. Added bonus of a macro-ish function. And the write ups about the color rendition are all true. It's a no brainer purchase if you have the chance. Enjoy!

07-20-2022, 05:42 AM - 1 Like	#6
AfterPentax Mark II Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2021 Posts: 1,467	Originally posted by stillwell Hi Pentaxians .Just wondering what the best choice of Focal Length is best for this lens. 35 ,100 or somewhere else in the range If you mean the FL for SR I usually choose 70mm and sometimes I choose 100mm if I know that I cannot put my feet on stable ground or if I am not able to choose a stable position. It is real "vintage" classic this lens...

07-20-2022, 12:33 PM	#7
stillwell New Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: palmerston north,new zealand Posts: 18 Original Poster	Originally posted by JoelA I routinely use the 35 -105 SMC A Zoom on the K-1ii. It's really is a strong performer. Fixed f/3.5 across the range. Added bonus of a macro-ish function. And the write ups about the color rendition are all true. It's a no brainer purchase if you have the chance. Enjoy! yes the colour is magic! ---------- Post added 07-20-22 at 12:36 PM ---------- Originally posted by JoelA I routinely use the 35 -105 SMC A Zoom on the K-1ii. It's really is a strong performer. Fixed f/3.5 across the range. Added bonus of a macro-ish function. And the write ups about the color rendition are all true. It's a no brainer purchase if you have the chance. Enjoy! yes saw it on a Youtube stream by "snappiness" who is a pentax fan.Got one off E Bay for around $90.Quite a lens!

07-25-2022, 04:33 PM	#9
cometguy Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2020 Photos: Gallery Posts: 131	I got one of these a year ago for $85 USD off eBay in mint condition. I've taken it on a cross-country road trip with a carefully selected set of five lenses to fit that field-of-view range, where I usually do landscape photos under 35mm (full-frame). Good lens, if you want something in this range that doesn't cost a lot but has pretty decent optics.

07-25-2022, 09:09 PM	#10
SpruceBruce Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Posts: 119	Best SMC-A lens, I've bought, it's tack sharp across it's entire focal range! I use it on my KP, K1, and Nikon Z7 all with great success.

35 -105 SMC A Zoom lens on a k1 mK2

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