Originally posted by GUB I am not buying many now - the price has crept up a little. I was opportunist buying things like 55mm 1.8s for 10 to 30 dollars figuring they had to go up in value. I think you could still get a tak 55mm 1.8 for $50 to 60 now don't you think?
Krebss, what is your name on TM ? I do try to check before putting my nose in but Mark especially knows I am a little impulsive at times. Putting a heads up here will tend to work for you rather than against as well
Yes, there seems to be quite a few 50mm or thereabout lenses for $50 or so but it's not a focal length I really enjoy. I might get a 50 1.7 at some point though as it's seems very well rated for it's price.
I would also prefer avoiding the adapter route with M42 lenses.
I'm 'skrebs' on TradeMe
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Originally posted by GUB Here is something that didn't get a bid the other day - I was tempted but I already have 2. The Takumar Bayonets are the only lens I disagree with the poor reviews of on the lens review section here. I feel they are a sharp as the A series lenses they are contemporary with and the lack of coating is over-emphasised. All the other lens reviews give you a good overview. At $45 this lens would be good value and throw in the valueless zoom as a bonus.
I've been looking regularly but can't remember seeing that one, not sure why.
There was a nice KX with 4 great lenses that I was hoping the seller would do a fixed price offer on, which he did but was snapped within minutes