First dslr, first Pentax

jab2980 · 04-30-2013, 07:51 AM

Howdy. Joined today to ask questions that I couldn't find in any searches and to scour the marketplace. Just got a K-5 II with the 18-135 and am looking for some primes.

Adam · 04-30-2013, 08:03 AM

Welcome aboard! I would definitely recommend considering one of the FA limiteds, such as the 77mm or 31mm.

**Kerrowdown** · 04-30-2013, 08:16 AM

Welcome to the forum, enjoy that K-5 II and your quest in satisfying your LBA.

jab2980 · 04-30-2013, 08:18 AM

Originally posted by Adam

Welcome aboard! I would definitely recommend considering one of the FA limiteds, such as the 77mm or 31mm.

Thanks! I'm in the market for a DA 40 ltd currently... looks like the cost vs pixie dust ratio is pretty high on that one from what I've read.

Adam · 04-30-2013, 08:25 AM

Originally posted by jab2980

Thanks! I'm in the market for a DA 40 ltd currently... looks like the cost vs pixie dust ratio is pretty high on that one from what I've read.

Yup, that's another great & really sharp lens, just not that fast.

Jean Poitiers · 04-30-2013, 09:47 AM

Bonjour from France and welcome to PF ... forget AF lens and go MF, like some legacy glass in K mount or M42 ...

J

**Ash** · 04-30-2013, 09:50 AM

Welcome here. The DA 40 is fine, and tiny. You could also consider the FA 43, which is a full stop faster than the DA 40, but also more expensive (but it's worth it).

04-30-2013, 07:51 AM	#1
jab2980 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Photos: Albums Posts: 578	First dslr, first Pentax Howdy. Joined today to ask questions that I couldn't find in any searches and to scour the marketplace. Just got a K-5 II with the 18-135 and am looking for some primes.

04-30-2013, 08:03 AM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Welcome aboard! I would definitely recommend considering one of the FA limiteds, such as the 77mm or 31mm. 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:

04-30-2013, 08:25 AM	#5
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by jab2980 Thanks! I'm in the market for a DA 40 ltd currently... looks like the cost vs pixie dust ratio is pretty high on that one from what I've read. Yup, that's another great & really sharp lens, just not that fast. 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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Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,819	Welcome to the forum, enjoy that K-5 II and your quest in satisfying your LBA.

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jab2980 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Photos: Albums Posts: 578 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam Welcome aboard! I would definitely recommend considering one of the FA limiteds, such as the 77mm or 31mm. Thanks! I'm in the market for a DA 40 ltd currently... looks like the cost vs pixie dust ratio is pretty high on that one from what I've read.

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Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	*Bonjour* from France and welcome to PF ... forget AF lens and go MF, like some legacy glass in K mount or M42 ... J

04-30-2013, 09:50 AM	#7
Ash Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toowoomba, Queensland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,920	Welcome here. The DA 40 is fine, and tiny. You could also consider the FA 43, which is a full stop faster than the DA 40, but also more expensive (but it's worth it).