[bjsmith]

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Item for Sale
Virtually unused DA* 50-135 f/2.8

Asking Price
$800 OBO

Item Location
Orlando, FL USA

Item Description
Pentax DA* 50-135 f/2.8 with original Pentax lens bag.

I bought the DA* 50-135 f/2.8 with my K20D and DA* 16-50 f/2.8 as part of a kit. The first 16-50 was bad, but this 50-135 was an outstanding sample (even the replacement 16-50 still isn't as good as this 50-135 -- really shows off the K20D's 14.6MP). I love it, sans one thing.

The reach just is not enough. I ended up using my DA 55-300 f/4-5.8 more (even though the IQ is nothing compared to the DA* 50-135) and finally popped for the DA* 200 f/2.8 in 2009 (which has outstanding IQ like the DA* 50-135 f/2.8), because I always shoot 200+ (300+ equiv 35mm).

I have only used this maybe four (4) times total, the most recent two (2) times:
- Fall 2008: In Miami during a rainy football game (love the K20D + DA* weather seal combo)
- March 2009: 12 hours of Sebring, clear day, no weather (the first time I had used it in 6 months, and never again afterwards IIRC)

I have debates whether to part with this or not on and off, but I honestly never even carry it with me. I put it up for trade on this board for a DA* 200 f/2.8 back in 2008 October, but finally just bought the DA* 200 f/2.8, and haven't used the 50-135 since (and rarely the 55-300 for that matter).

Are you the original owner of the item being sold?
Yes

Are you selling or trading this item?
Selling

Item Condition (Key)
Used
Mint

Shipping Destinations
Continental U.S. Only

Shipping Charge
Included (to 48 states via ground)

Shipping Services
Insured, ground to 48 states included in price - but will ship to other destinations or other methods for additional charge.

Accepted Payment Types
PayPal

Return Policy & Additional Details
Guarantee you will love the condition and IQ, honestly, this lens is outstanding, but I just never shoot the 50-135 range at all.

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

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Last edited by Peter Zack; 03-14-2010 at 11:41 AM.

[bjsmith]

Remember, I'm looking for "best offer" as well. If you have something to trade, feel free to offer it up as well. It can't hurt. I honestly just don't use this lens at all because I'm always shooting 200mm or longer. It's a solid lens, unreal IQ (just like the DA* 200 f/2.8).

[pacerr]

PM sent 3/15.

[Dirtistasty2]

Interested. PM sent