For Sale - Sold: Tamron SP 90mm/2.5 Macro "1:1 package", Cactus V4s

panoguy · 11-24-2011, 01:54 PM

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Items for Sale
Tamron SP 90mm/2.5 plus 1:1 accessories, Cactus V4 triggers

Asking Prices
$250 and lower

Item Location
Toronto (Canada)

SOLD pending payment... Tamron Adaptall 90mm f/2.5 + PK/A + 2x TC + AE ext. tube "1:1 macro set"

Tamron SP 90mm f/2.5 Macro lens (52BB) with minty PK/A adapter (or Nikon AI and Minolta MD adapters, if you'd prefer them!) An excellent macro with pristine glass and an almost mint auto-aperture adapter. As sharp as almost any Pentax macro, but only goes to 1:2 magnification on its own (but keep reading). Only signs of use are a small scratch in the filter thread and the lens body is missing the little plastic window over the distance scale. Other than that, very clean inside and out, with smooth focus and snappy aperture! Includes original front and back caps, but no boxes.
Read reviews here.

This "1:1 set" also includes a pair of Adaptall 01F 2x Teleconverters. One has had the glass removed and functions as a 40mm extension tube (which reduces the working distance but provides approximately 1:1.4 magnification with AE functions and no optical degradation). The other still has its glass and is a fully functional 2x offering true 1:1 magnification on this lens at 180mm. Note that there is some element separation starting at the edges of the back glass, but this has no effect on macros (see image below)! This TC includes original adaptall front and back caps.

SOLD pending payment... $250 + shipping (see below)

SOLD Bower (Samyang, Rokinon, Vivitar, etc.) 85mm f/1.4

A very fast, modern, manual-focus portrait lens. Very sharp with lovely bokeh, and substantially well-built. Internal focusing with a very smooth focus throw and is very bright in the viewfinder. This copy is barely used, so all glass, aperture, and body are in excellent shape. Includes caps and hood, but no box.
Read reviews here.

SOLD $200+ shipping (see below)

Cactus V4 wireless flash triggers

Lightly used, complete set of wireless radio flash triggers (1 transmitter and 1 receiver). Smaller than the current Cactus V5's, with similar range, but only compatible with other V4's. Great for strobists and other remote flash needs. Includes all cables, Energizer lithium AAA's, spare unused (hard to find) transmitter batteries, box, instructions, and mini lighting setup book!

$30 + shipping (see below)

Shipping Destinations
North America (or contact me)

Shipping Charge
$5 to Canada, $15 to USA or Mexico

Shipping Services
Canada Post, trackable

Accepted Payment Types
PayPal

Please send me a private message if interested in the item!

TAMRON 90mm/2.5 set:

And for those who wonder about using a 2x TC on a macro, here is sample shot with this lens and TC combo, of a DA Limited lens mount from about 12 inches away - 100% pixel crop:

Cactus V4 triggers:

Please send me a private message if interested in the item!

Last edited by panoguy; 12-06-2011 at 12:58 PM.

**jac** · 11-24-2011, 04:02 PM

Unsolicited tribute to the 52BB. Mine was gathering dust for a couple of D FA 100mm years and I almost listed it. Thought I'd try it that day. It stayed; it's equal or superior to almost everything out there. (And I'd get the Bower too if it wasn't for the A*85 in the bag).

Doanh · 11-24-2011, 05:05 PM

PM sent re: teleconverter.

panoguy · 11-25-2011, 07:38 AM

Originally posted by jac

Unsolicited tribute to the 52BB. Mine was gathering dust for a couple of D FA 100mm years and I almost listed it. Thought I'd try it that day. It stayed; it's equal or superior to almost everything out there. (And I'd get the Bower too if it wasn't for the A*85 in the bag).

Thanks for the tribute, jac. It is a great lens, and equal to my 35mm Macro Ltd. in sharpness! Rather compact as well.

Hmmm... now you're making me reconsider!

EDIT: All PM's replied, 85mm sold, pending payment.

---------- Post added 11-26-2011 at 09:58 AM ----------

And the Bower 85mm/1.4 is sold!

Excellent Tamron 90mm macro and Cactus V4's still available...

panoguy · 12-01-2011, 07:48 AM

5-day bump. The 90/180mm macro package is still available (w/ PKA adapter & tubes and 2X TC), as are the Cactus V4s.

Voytech · 12-03-2011, 11:39 PM

Question on the Cactus. What would you say is it's reliable range and how does it cope inside around walls?

panoguy · 12-04-2011, 09:45 AM

Originally posted by Voytech

Question on the Cactus. What would you say is it's reliable range and how does it cope inside around walls?

I haven't tested them specifically for the maximum range (but lots of others have - Google), however I've used them indoors around corners and behind walls many times (for interior architectural photography) and haven't had a problem.

Voytech · 12-05-2011, 10:04 AM

Thats exactly my use. I have the el cheapo eBay ones and they're less than reliable when not in direct line of sight. I will check my finances and pm you later on today.

panoguy · 12-06-2011, 12:59 PM

Almost all gone. Tammy sold pending payment, and Cactus triggers might be going next... PM immediately if interested!

11-24-2011, 01:54 PM	#1
panoguy Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 3,327 Feedback Score: 66 (100%)	Tamron SP 90mm/2.5 Macro "1:1 package", Cactus V4s PentaxForums.com Marketplace Listing Items for Sale Tamron SP 90mm/2.5 plus 1:1 accessories, Cactus V4 triggers Asking Prices $250 and lower Item Location Toronto (Canada) SOLD pending payment... Tamron Adaptall 90mm f/2.5 + PK/A + 2x TC + AE ext. tube "1:1 macro set" Tamron SP 90mm f/2.5 Macro lens (52BB) with minty PK/A adapter (or Nikon AI and Minolta MD adapters, if you'd prefer them!) An excellent macro with pristine glass and an almost mint auto-aperture adapter. As sharp as almost any Pentax macro, but only goes to 1:2 magnification on its own (but keep reading). Only signs of use are a small scratch in the filter thread and the lens body is missing the little plastic window over the distance scale. Other than that, very clean inside and out, with smooth focus and snappy aperture! Includes original front and back caps, but no boxes. Read reviews here. This "1:1 set" also includes a pair of Adaptall 01F 2x Teleconverters. One has had the glass removed and functions as a 40mm extension tube (which reduces the working distance but provides approximately 1:1.4 magnification with AE functions and no optical degradation). The other still has its glass and is a fully functional 2x offering true 1:1 magnification on this lens at 180mm. Note that there is some element separation starting at the edges of the back glass, but this has no effect on macros (see image below)! This TC includes original adaptall front and back caps. SOLD pending payment... $250 + shipping (see below) SOLD Bower (Samyang, Rokinon, Vivitar, etc.) 85mm f/1.4 A very fast, modern, manual-focus portrait lens. Very sharp with lovely bokeh, and substantially well-built. Internal focusing with a very smooth focus throw and is very bright in the viewfinder. This copy is barely used, so all glass, aperture, and body are in excellent shape. Includes caps and hood, but no box. Read reviews here. SOLD $200+ shipping (see below) *Cactus V4 wireless flash triggers* Lightly used, complete set of wireless radio flash triggers (1 transmitter and 1 receiver). Smaller than the current Cactus V5's, with similar range, but only compatible with other V4's. Great for strobists and other remote flash needs. Includes all cables, Energizer lithium AAA's, spare unused (hard to find) transmitter batteries, box, instructions, and mini lighting setup book! $30 + shipping (see below) Shipping Destinations North America (or contact me) Shipping Charge $5 to Canada, $15 to USA or Mexico Shipping Services Canada Post, trackable Accepted Payment Types PayPal Please send me a private message if interested in the item! TAMRON 90mm/2.5 set: And for those who wonder about using a 2x TC on a macro, here is sample shot with this lens and TC combo, of a DA Limited lens mount from about 12 inches away - 100% pixel crop: Cactus V4 triggers: Please send me a private message if interested in the item! Last edited by panoguy; 12-06-2011 at 12:58 PM.

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11-24-2011, 04:02 PM	#2
jac Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Clyde River, Nunavut, Canada Posts: 2,364 Feedback Score: 39 (100%)	Unsolicited tribute to the 52BB. Mine was gathering dust for a couple of D FA 100mm years and I almost listed it. Thought I'd try it that day. It stayed; it's equal or superior to almost everything out there. (And I'd get the Bower too if it wasn't for the A*85 in the bag).

11-24-2011, 05:05 PM	#3
Doanh Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB Posts: 247 Feedback Score: 14 (100%)	PM sent re: teleconverter.

11-25-2011, 07:38 AM	#4
panoguy Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 3,327 Feedback Score: 66 (100%) Original Poster	Originally posted by jac Unsolicited tribute to the 52BB. Mine was gathering dust for a couple of D FA 100mm years and I almost listed it. Thought I'd try it that day. It stayed; it's equal or superior to almost everything out there. (And I'd get the Bower too if it wasn't for the A*85 in the bag). Thanks for the tribute, jac. It is a great lens, and equal to my 35mm Macro Ltd. in sharpness! Rather compact as well. Hmmm... now you're making me reconsider! EDIT: All PM's replied, 85mm sold, pending payment. ---------- Post added 11-26-2011 at 09:58 AM ---------- And the Bower 85mm/1.4 is sold! Excellent Tamron 90mm macro and Cactus V4's still available...

12-01-2011, 07:48 AM	#5
panoguy Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 3,327 Feedback Score: 66 (100%) Original Poster	5-day bump. The 90/180mm macro package is still available (w/ PKA adapter & tubes and 2X TC), as are the Cactus V4s.

12-03-2011, 11:39 PM	#6
Voytech Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 952 Feedback Score: 2 (100%)	Question on the Cactus. What would you say is it's reliable range and how does it cope inside around walls?

12-04-2011, 09:45 AM	#7
panoguy Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 3,327 Feedback Score: 66 (100%) Original Poster	Originally posted by Voytech Question on the Cactus. What would you say is it's reliable range and how does it cope inside around walls? I haven't tested them specifically for the maximum range (but lots of others have - Google), however I've used them indoors around corners and behind walls many times (for interior architectural photography) and haven't had a problem.

12-05-2011, 10:04 AM	#8
Voytech Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NY/NJ Posts: 952 Feedback Score: 2 (100%)	Thats exactly my use. I have the el cheapo eBay ones and they're less than reliable when not in direct line of sight. I will check my finances and pm you later on today.

12-06-2011, 12:59 PM	#9
panoguy Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 3,327 Feedback Score: 66 (100%) Original Poster	Almost all gone. Tammy sold pending payment, and Cactus triggers might be going next... PM immediately if interested!