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**Digitalis** · 09-08-2014, 05:47 AM

Originally posted by aurele

I now realize how big is the 18-35

The funny thing is that the Sigma 18-35mm is the only APS-C specific lens in that line up.

aurele · 09-08-2014, 06:31 AM

Originally posted by Digitalis

The funny thing is that the Sigma 18-35mm is the only APS-C specific lens in that line up.

i didn't notice ! And even with that, it's still huge ... but, hey, it's f1.8

unixrevolution · 09-08-2014, 08:20 AM

That 15-30 is just insane. I am constantly suprised with how stupid wide sigma has made FF glass.

They have one FF zoom that starts at like, 11 millimeters, which is just completely nuts.

IHS: The MG is a good camera, and if you don't already, you'll love that Sigma 24. I adore mine. Super-close focus and very nice images.

Tuco: Lovely shot. It's like being in a 1980s newsroom or programmer's office.

aurele · 09-08-2014, 08:54 AM

Originally posted by unixrevolution

They have one FF zoom that starts at like, 11 millimeters, which is just completely nuts.

i know (an it's in the database) that Sigma did a 12-24 for FF which is so wide (122° degree of FoV horizontaly !)!

@Digitalis : in a phrase, how does the Sigma compare to the Pentax 20-35 ? I'm asking because as far as i can tell, we seems to value more or less the same things in lenses rendering, so your point of view interests me.

stevebrot · 09-08-2014, 09:07 AM

Originally posted by Digitalis

Pentax K 24mm f/2.8, SMCP-FA31mm f/1.8 Limited, Sigma 15-30mm f/3.5-4.5, Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8

I really like the finish and appearance of the new Sigma lenses. Very classy.

Steve

Swift1 · 09-08-2014, 11:38 AM

Awhile ago, I ran across an ebay listing for a camera, motor drive, and two lenses, all in this curious bag that looks exactly like a Billinham 225. I took a gamble and bought the kit for the total cost of $90.
Since receiving the kit, I've done a bit of digging into what this bag is. It turns out to be a British Correspondent's Bag sold by Banana Republic sometime around 1985. It was made in England exclusively for Banana Republic, but there is no reference as to who made it. I've found some unsubstantiated claims that they were made by Billingham, and a few claims that they were made by Brady Bags of England. Given the design and detailing, I think it more likely to have been made by Billingham.
I've since sold most of what came in the bag, for basically $90, so now I have a free, very well made, and fairly rare Banana Republic British Correspondent's Bag.

IHS · 09-08-2014, 03:48 PM

^^^Very nice! Is that white part soft leather or canvas? Can't quite tell, but either way it's super classy!

Eric: Thanks and yes...I love that lens! I got it for a song off of the local craigslist. (25 bucks)

Swift1 · 09-08-2014, 04:04 PM

Originally posted by IHS

^^^Very nice! Is that white part soft leather or canvas? Can't quite tell, but either way it's super classy!

Thanks. It's canvas.

**Digitalis** · 09-08-2014, 05:12 PM

Originally posted by unixrevolution

That 15-30 is just insane. I am constantly suprised with how stupid wide sigma has made FF glass.

The sigma 15-30mm f/3.5-4.5 is actually a barrel of fun (and barrels of distortion too come to think of it), it has an aperture ring, covers full frame, and has a rear gel filter slot - I have been spending some time getting re-acquainted with gel filters and they are actually quite fun. the big upshot of using them is you don't have to worry about ruining the threads on expensive filters, they are easy to replace (and lose) and they tend not to cause filter flare issues.

Originally posted by aurele

how does the Sigma compare to the Pentax 20-35 ? I'm asking because as far as i can tell, we seems to value more or less the same things in lenses rendering, so your point of view interests me.

I don't have a copy of the Pentax 20-35mm

Originally posted by stevebrot

I really like the finish and appearance of the new Sigma lenses. Very classy.

it is also a sand and dust magnet. And it shows fingerprints easily, which would be fantastic if you work in forensics and wanted to figure out who pinched your lens while you were out of the studio.

jimr-pdx · 09-08-2014, 05:37 PM

Just shot this a few moments ago for my blog, and I realize these lenses are all FF/film friendly (even the DA40 I hear)

Jean Poitiers · 09-08-2014, 10:55 PM

Originally posted by jimr-pdx

Just shot this a few moments ago for my blog, and I realize these lenses are all FF/film friendly (even the DA40 I hear)

Oui, oui ... FYI, see here : https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/10-pentax-slr-lens-discussion/31629-da-le...ts-thread.html

Salut, J

IHS · 09-09-2014, 04:10 PM

A couple of more continuing in the Asian theme. Nothing fancy to see or any lab work just a quick set up on my dining room table. Enjoy.

Cuthbert · 09-10-2014, 08:44 AM

Incoming...

**wtlwdwgn** · 09-10-2014, 08:31 PM

Wow, is that an original F?

emergo · 09-10-2014, 10:19 PM

Originally posted by wtlwdwgn

Wow, is that an original F?

i think that's an F2

09-10-2014, 08:44 AM	#1933
Cuthbert Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,740	Incoming... Last edited by Cuthbert; 07-31-2015 at 03:36 PM.

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09-08-2014, 05:47 AM	#1921
Digitalis Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,694	Originally posted by aurele I now realize how big is the 18-35 The funny thing is that the Sigma 18-35mm is the only APS-C specific lens in that line up.

09-08-2014, 06:31 AM	#1922
aurele Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Paris, France Photos: Albums Posts: 3,217	Originally posted by Digitalis The funny thing is that the Sigma 18-35mm is the only APS-C specific lens in that line up. i didn't notice ! And even with that, it's still huge ... but, hey, it's f1.8

09-08-2014, 08:20 AM	#1923
unixrevolution Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Waldorf, MD Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,861	That 15-30 is just insane. I am constantly suprised with how stupid wide sigma has made FF glass. They have one FF zoom that starts at like, 11 millimeters, which is just completely nuts. IHS: The MG is a good camera, and if you don't already, you'll love that Sigma 24. I adore mine. Super-close focus and very nice images. Tuco: Lovely shot. It's like being in a 1980s newsroom or programmer's office.

09-08-2014, 08:54 AM	#1924
aurele Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Paris, France Photos: Albums Posts: 3,217	Originally posted by unixrevolution They have one FF zoom that starts at like, 11 millimeters, which is just completely nuts. i know (an it's in the database) that Sigma did a 12-24 for FF which is so wide (122° degree of FoV horizontaly !)! @Digitalis : in a phrase, how does the Sigma compare to the Pentax 20-35 ? I'm asking because as far as i can tell, we seems to value more or less the same things in lenses rendering, so your point of view interests me.

09-08-2014, 09:07 AM	#1925
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by Digitalis Pentax K 24mm f/2.8, SMCP-FA31mm f/1.8 Limited, Sigma 15-30mm f/3.5-4.5, Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 I really like the finish and appearance of the new Sigma lenses. Very classy. Steve

09-08-2014, 11:38 AM	#1926
Swift1 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oregon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,079	Awhile ago, I ran across an ebay listing for a camera, motor drive, and two lenses, all in this curious bag that looks exactly like a Billinham 225. I took a gamble and bought the kit for the total cost of $90. Since receiving the kit, I've done a bit of digging into what this bag is. It turns out to be a British Correspondent's Bag sold by Banana Republic sometime around 1985. It was made in England exclusively for Banana Republic, but there is no reference as to who made it. I've found some unsubstantiated claims that they were made by Billingham, and a few claims that they were made by Brady Bags of England. Given the design and detailing, I think it more likely to have been made by Billingham. I've since sold most of what came in the bag, for basically $90, so now I have a free, very well made, and fairly rare Banana Republic British Correspondent's Bag.

09-08-2014, 03:48 PM	#1927
IHS Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Posts: 175	^^^Very nice! Is that white part soft leather or canvas? Can't quite tell, but either way it's super classy! Eric: Thanks and yes...I love that lens! I got it for a song off of the local craigslist. (25 bucks)

09-08-2014, 04:04 PM	#1928
Swift1 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Oregon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,079	Originally posted by IHS ^^^Very nice! Is that white part soft leather or canvas? Can't quite tell, but either way it's super classy! Thanks. It's canvas.

09-08-2014, 05:12 PM	#1929
Digitalis Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,694	Originally posted by unixrevolution That 15-30 is just insane. I am constantly suprised with how stupid wide sigma has made FF glass. The sigma 15-30mm f/3.5-4.5 is actually a barrel of fun (and barrels of distortion too come to think of it), it has an aperture ring, covers full frame, and has a rear gel filter slot - I have been spending some time getting re-acquainted with gel filters and they are actually quite fun. the big upshot of using them is you don't have to worry about ruining the threads on expensive filters, they are easy to replace (and lose) and they tend not to cause filter flare issues. Originally posted by aurele how does the Sigma compare to the Pentax 20-35 ? I'm asking because as far as i can tell, we seems to value more or less the same things in lenses rendering, so your point of view interests me. I don't have a copy of the Pentax 20-35mm Originally posted by stevebrot I really like the finish and appearance of the new Sigma lenses. Very classy. it is also a sand and dust magnet. And it shows fingerprints easily, which would be fantastic if you work in forensics and wanted to figure out who pinched your lens while you were out of the studio.

09-08-2014, 05:37 PM	#1930
jimr-pdx Pentaxian Join Date: May 2010 Location: now 1 hour north of PDX Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,897	Just shot this a few moments ago for my blog, and I realize these lenses are all FF/film friendly (even the DA40 I hear)

09-08-2014, 10:55 PM	#1931
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Originally posted by jimr-pdx Just shot this a few moments ago for my blog, and I realize these lenses are all FF/film friendly (even the DA40 I hear) Oui, oui ... FYI, see here : https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/10-pentax-slr-lens-discussion/31629-da-le...ts-thread.html Salut, J

09-10-2014, 08:31 PM	#1934
wtlwdwgn Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Billings, MT Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,851	Wow, is that an original F?

09-10-2014, 10:19 PM	#1935
emergo Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Coloroado Photos: Gallery Posts: 271	Originally posted by wtlwdwgn Wow, is that an original F? i think that's an F2