which prime for KR ! confused b/w 2 lenses

ajaya · 05-30-2011, 03:35 AM

Hi All. After a long time i got 2 good deals in ebay but i am not able to decide which suits best for my new KR.

below 2 options i have:
http://cgi.ebay.in/PENTAX-K-1000-CAM...c5ccaf15#rpdId

http://cgi.ebay.in/GREAT-ASAHI-PENTA...item1c1c0a3351

Currently i am looking for a good indoor portrait lens for my new KR. can any one please suggest me which option is the best from above

!
Do i need any adapter for these lenses?

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Thanks

AJ

Adam · 05-30-2011, 03:55 AM - **1 Like**

The 58mm lens is an M42 lens, for which you will need an adapter: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-lens-articles/110657-how-use-meter...k-x-k-7-a.html

Therefore I'd go with the 50mm on the K1000.

ajaya · 05-30-2011, 04:59 AM

Originally posted by Adam

The 58mm lens is an M42 lens, for which you will need an adapter: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-lens-articles/110657-how-use-meter...k-x-k-7-a.html

Therefore I'd go with the 50mm on the K1000.

Thanks lot Adam

RioRico · 05-30-2011, 08:49 AM

The SMC-A50/2 will be easier to work with on your Kr. The 'A' means that it has aperture automation -- you can control the f-stop from the camera, for simpler auto-exposure shooting, and flash will be easy to use. It is a VERY COMMON and decent lens but is not considered outstanding.

The Super-Takumar 58/2 requires an adapter, as Adam said. It would not be quite as convenient on your Kr, with no aperture automation. It is also probably not quite as sharp as the A50/2. BUT... it is a VERY RARE and highly-regarded lens, with notable bokeh (out-of-focus area quality). I may even bid on that one! And once you buy a not-terribly-expensive adapter, you are open to a whole world of great (and often cheap) M42 lenses.

Here are the reviews:

A50/2: https://www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/SMC-Pentax-A-50mm-F2-Lens.html
ST58/2: https://www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/Takumar-58mm-F2.html

My thoughts: The A50/2 is a decent working lens; others like it should not be hard to find. The ST58/2 is RARE AS HEN'S TEETH, is worth MUCH MORE, and would be an investment for your future; if you don't like it, you can hold it awhie and re-sell it for a good profit!

Last edited by RioRico; 05-30-2011 at 09:00 AM.

Stratman · 06-01-2011, 08:35 PM

As far as I can see, it is a 55 mm SMC Tak, NOT 58...So not a rare lens, although, it's a good one, it hasta be, it's a Takumar !!

but the A 50 will be easier to use on a modern camera as it has the Auto Aperture feature.

RioRico · 06-02-2011, 09:42 PM

Originally posted by Stratman

As far as I can see, it is a 55 mm SMC Tak, NOT 58...So not a rare lens, although, it's a good one, it hasta be, it's a Takumar !!

but the A 50 will be easier to use on a modern camera as it has the Auto Aperture feature.

Oops, you are absolutely right! I didn't look closely enough at the listing pictures. Duh. Yes, the A50 would be a much better choice.

Pablom · 06-03-2011, 03:43 AM

A50 would be much more convenient and is not a bad lens but 55/2 is much much better and has a lot of character that the 50 lacks. If you are willing to take some time to get used to, I wouldn't think twice, Takumar all the way

ajaya · 06-03-2011, 03:56 AM

Thank you"Stratman""Pablom" "RioRico" for the details

i ordered A50

Will upload pics soon.

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AJ

05-30-2011, 03:35 AM	#1
ajaya Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bangalore Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 150	which prime for KR ! confused b/w 2 lenses Hi All. After a long time i got 2 good deals in ebay but i am not able to decide which suits best for my new KR. below 2 options i have: http://cgi.ebay.in/PENTAX-K-1000-CAM...c5ccaf15#rpdId http://cgi.ebay.in/GREAT-ASAHI-PENTA...item1c1c0a3351 Currently i am looking for a good indoor portrait lens for my new KR. can any one please suggest me which option is the best from above! Do i need any adapter for these lenses? --- Thanks AJ

05-30-2011, 03:55 AM - 1 Like	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	The 58mm lens is an M42 lens, for which you will need an adapter: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-lens-articles/110657-how-use-meter...k-x-k-7-a.html Therefore I'd go with the 50mm on the K1000. 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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05-30-2011, 04:59 AM	#3
ajaya Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bangalore Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 150 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam The 58mm lens is an M42 lens, for which you will need an adapter: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-lens-articles/110657-how-use-meter...k-x-k-7-a.html Therefore I'd go with the 50mm on the K1000. Thanks lot Adam

05-30-2011, 08:49 AM	#4
RioRico Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Limbo, California Posts: 11,263	The SMC-A50/2 will be easier to work with on your Kr. The 'A' means that it has aperture automation -- you can control the f-stop from the camera, for simpler auto-exposure shooting, and flash will be easy to use. It is a VERY COMMON and decent lens but is not considered outstanding. The Super-Takumar 58/2 requires an adapter, as Adam said. It would not be quite as convenient on your Kr, with no aperture automation. It is also probably not quite as sharp as the A50/2. BUT... it is a VERY RARE and highly-regarded lens, with notable bokeh (out-of-focus area quality). I may even bid on that one! And once you buy a not-terribly-expensive adapter, you are open to a whole world of great (and often cheap) M42 lenses. Here are the reviews: A50/2: https://www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/SMC-Pentax-A-50mm-F2-Lens.html ST58/2: https://www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/Takumar-58mm-F2.html My thoughts: The A50/2 is a decent working lens; others like it should not be hard to find. The ST58/2 is RARE AS HEN'S TEETH, is worth MUCH MORE, and would be an investment for your future; if you don't like it, you can hold it awhie and re-sell it for a good profit! Last edited by RioRico; 05-30-2011 at 09:00 AM.

06-01-2011, 08:35 PM	#5
Stratman Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: St Louis, Missouri U S A Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,464	As far as I can see, it is a 55 mm SMC Tak, NOT 58...So not a rare lens, although, it's a good one, it hasta be, it's a Takumar !! but the A 50 will be easier to use on a modern camera as it has the Auto Aperture feature.

06-02-2011, 09:42 PM	#6
RioRico Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Limbo, California Posts: 11,263	Originally posted by Stratman As far as I can see, it is a 55 mm SMC Tak, NOT 58...So not a rare lens, although, it's a good one, it hasta be, it's a Takumar !! but the A 50 will be easier to use on a modern camera as it has the Auto Aperture feature. Oops, you are absolutely right! I didn't look closely enough at the listing pictures. Duh. Yes, the A50 would be a much better choice.

06-03-2011, 03:43 AM	#7
Pablom Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Usa Posts: 1,940	A50 would be much more convenient and is not a bad lens but 55/2 is much much better and has a lot of character that the 50 lacks. If you are willing to take some time to get used to, I wouldn't think twice, Takumar all the way

06-03-2011, 03:56 AM	#8
ajaya Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bangalore Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 150 Original Poster	Thank you"Stratman""Pablom" "RioRico" for the details i ordered A50 Will upload pics soon. -- AJ