How Is Image Quality On FA 75mm 2.8Lens

**rollsman4** · 02-20-2015, 06:59 PM

Does anyone have any images that shows the IQ of this lens on the 645D. If so, can you post them . I would like to see some if thats possible. I appreciate it. Thank you

**baro-nite** · 02-20-2015, 07:06 PM

SMC Pentax-A 645 75mm F2.8 Reviews - 645 Normal Primes - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

SMC Pentax-FA 645 75mm F2.8 Reviews - 645 Normal Primes - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

The A version has the same optical formula as the FA, so the performance should be very similar.

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vivavegas · 02-21-2015, 02:02 AM

Flickr: 645d 75mm https://www.flickr.com/search/?sort=relevance&text=645d%2075mm

**rollsman4** · 02-22-2015, 10:21 AM

Originally posted by vivavegas

Flickr: 645d 75mm https://www.flickr.com/search/?sort=relevance&text=645d%2075mm

Thank you all for sharing the pictures of this lens.

Dat_Bokeh · 03-03-2015, 04:07 AM

Originally posted by rollsman4

Does anyone have any images that shows the IQ of this lens on the 645D. If so, can you post them . I would like to see some if thats possible. I appreciate it. Thank you

I have the 75mm FA version. I haven't used it a huge amount but it is still a great lens to have in the bag. It's incredibly compact and light so it allows me to take the 645Z out in situations where I would normally grab my K-3. Being among the cheapest 645 lenses available makes it a no-brainer in my opinion.

Sperdynamite · 03-04-2015, 07:34 AM

It my experience it's very sharp in the center wide open. Improves stopping down. Old school rendering, like an old Planar, but with higher contrast. "Popular internet experts" will say it's got "bad bokeh" which I think looks fantastic.

The wild card is the 75mm 2.8 AL from the 67 system. It focuses MUCH closer, and is amazing! I'm testing one on a 645Z now.

Dat_Bokeh · 03-04-2015, 09:25 AM

What would be different from the 645 FA 75mm 2.8 (which I already have)? To give up autofocus and size/weight, the 67 version would have to make up for it with something incredible.

Sperdynamite · 03-04-2015, 09:43 AM

The 75mm AL focuses to 41cm vs 60cm with the FA. Much closer without a tube! I have found this extremely helpful at a wedding or portrait session. It also renders differently which is subjective and you can decide for yourself if you like it.

Also, you could pick up a 67 body and take pretty wonderful film images. Not everyone wants to do that, I do, some won't. The 67 system has a wonderful line up so I see it as an advantage to put a foot in that world.

672 · 03-04-2015, 11:17 AM

On the D and the Z , i use the 75mm FA lens for its compact size and ease of use. I use the 75mm 2.8 AL 67 lens when i am on a tripod and working slower, its got a smooth out of focus look.

02-20-2015, 06:59 PM	#1
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02-20-2015, 07:06 PM	#2
baro-nite Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Carolina, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,294	SMC Pentax-A 645 75mm F2.8 Reviews - 645 Normal Primes - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database SMC Pentax-FA 645 75mm F2.8 Reviews - 645 Normal Primes - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database The A version has the same optical formula as the FA, so the performance should be very similar. ---------- Post added 2015-02-20 at 09:09 PM ---------- A few more here: Pentax Camera & Lens Sample Photo Search Engine - PentaxForums.com and plenty more scattered here: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/48-pentax-medium-format/87027-post-your-m...at-photos.html

02-21-2015, 02:02 AM	#3
vivavegas Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 41	Flickr: 645d 75mm https://www.flickr.com/search/?sort=relevance&text=645d%2075mm

02-22-2015, 10:21 AM	#4
rollsman4 Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 459 Original Poster	Originally posted by vivavegas Flickr: 645d 75mm https://www.flickr.com/search/?sort=relevance&text=645d%2075mm Thank you all for sharing the pictures of this lens.

03-03-2015, 04:07 AM	#5
Dat_Bokeh Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 82	Originally posted by rollsman4 Does anyone have any images that shows the IQ of this lens on the 645D. If so, can you post them . I would like to see some if thats possible. I appreciate it. Thank you I have the 75mm FA version. I haven't used it a huge amount but it is still a great lens to have in the bag. It's incredibly compact and light so it allows me to take the 645Z out in situations where I would normally grab my K-3. Being among the cheapest 645 lenses available makes it a no-brainer in my opinion.

03-04-2015, 07:34 AM	#6
Sperdynamite Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Maine Posts: 271	It my experience it's very sharp in the center wide open. Improves stopping down. Old school rendering, like an old Planar, but with higher contrast. "Popular internet experts" will say it's got "bad bokeh" which I think looks fantastic. The wild card is the 75mm 2.8 AL from the 67 system. It focuses MUCH closer, and is amazing! I'm testing one on a 645Z now.

03-04-2015, 09:25 AM	#7
Dat_Bokeh Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 82	What would be different from the 645 FA 75mm 2.8 (which I already have)? To give up autofocus and size/weight, the 67 version would have to make up for it with something incredible.

03-04-2015, 09:43 AM	#8
Sperdynamite Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Maine Posts: 271	The 75mm AL focuses to 41cm vs 60cm with the FA. Much closer without a tube! I have found this extremely helpful at a wedding or portrait session. It also renders differently which is subjective and you can decide for yourself if you like it. Also, you could pick up a 67 body and take pretty wonderful film images. Not everyone wants to do that, I do, some won't. The 67 system has a wonderful line up so I see it as an advantage to put a foot in that world.

03-04-2015, 11:17 AM	#9
672 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: santa monica Photos: Gallery Posts: 486	On the D and the Z , i use the 75mm FA lens for its compact size and ease of use. I use the 75mm 2.8 AL 67 lens when i am on a tripod and working slower, its got a smooth out of focus look.