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Edgar_in_Indy · 08-18-2012, 12:28 PM

Originally posted by metalmania

Bad news is.....no bad news.

The only bad news is that they're sold out. What camera are you using the lens with?

metalmania · 08-18-2012, 12:45 PM

Originally posted by Edgar_in_Indy

The only bad news is that they're sold out. What camera are you using the lens with?

K30

Edgar_in_Indy · 08-18-2012, 01:06 PM

Originally posted by metalmania

K30

A perfect match! I've been singing the praises of this lens for the last couple years, so I'm glad it worked out so well for you.

You know, I think that in a way, I might be more comfortable with a "refurbished" lens than I would a brand new lens off the shelf. With a refurbished lens, you know that a technician has personally gone through and tested the lens to make sure it's working perfectly.

metalmania · 08-18-2012, 01:21 PM

Originally posted by Edgar_in_Indy

A perfect match! I've been singing the praises of this lens for the last couple years, so I'm glad it worked out so well for you.

You know, I think that in a way, I might be more comfortable with a "refurbished" lens than I would a brand new lens off the shelf. With a refurbished lens, you know that a technician has personally gone through and tested the lens to make sure it's working perfectly.

You are absolutely right!

stormtech · 08-18-2012, 04:39 PM

Thanks for the update metalmania - I especially like the "so sharp" part.

Sitting on the edge of my seat for mine to arrive - will also post my findings once I get it.

Now to go shopping for the ultimate 17-50 or 16-50 - I am now thinking of the Sigma EX to make a pair with the 50-150.

metalmania · 08-18-2012, 06:36 PM

Originally posted by stormtech

Thanks for the update metalmania - I especially like the "so sharp" part.

Sitting on the edge of my seat for mine to arrive - will also post my findings once I get it.

Now to go shopping for the ultimate 17-50 or 16-50 - I am now thinking of the Sigma EX to make a pair with the 50-150.

I used to have a Tamron 17-50. Great lens. I gave it to my brother. The Sigma 50-150 will stay on K30 99% of the time while I am using E-M5 with PL 25/1.4 for the short end. There is simply no competition at this range. The PL 25/1.4 is too good.

Edgar_in_Indy · 08-18-2012, 06:50 PM

Originally posted by metalmania

The Sigma 50-150 will stay on K30 99% of the time while I am using E-M5 with PL 25/1.4 for the short end. There is simply no competition at this range. The PL 25/1.4 is too good.

I was torn between selling all my Pentax gear and getting an E-M5, or upgrading to the K-30. I was drooling over some of the m43 lenses like the 25mm f1.4 and the 75mm f1.8, but I ended up going with the K-30 because m43 is starved for good telephoto lenses, so I couldn't bear to part with my 50-150mm f2.8 and 100-300mm f4. I like your approach though...get the K-30 and the E-M5!

Although I also have an E-P1, so I might end up with the 25mm 1.4 before too long anyway.

Edgar_in_Indy · 08-18-2012, 07:33 PM

I took my 50-150mm along to the Children's Museum in Indianapolis yesterday and, as always, it performed brilliantly. I was dividing my time between the 50-150mm, the 10-20mm, and the 30mm 1.4, but I could have happily used the 50-150mm the entire time. Here are a few of the shots, all shot at f/2.8.

stormtech · 08-18-2012, 07:46 PM

Fabulous Edgar - I am thinking that someone should start a thread in the "Lens Sample Archive" section for this lens - such nice examples belong there.

Lens Sample Photo Archive - PentaxForums.com

On a whim, I just ordered the Sigma 17-50 EX HSM to go along with my incoming 50-150 - I sure hope the IQ is the same as your images from the 50-150.

Edgar_in_Indy · 08-18-2012, 08:17 PM

Originally posted by stormtech

On a whim, I just ordered the Sigma 17-50 EX HSM to go along with my incoming 50-150 - I sure hope the IQ is the same as your images from the 50-150.

Good call on the 17-50mm. From what I've seen, it's a heck of a lens. I've thought about doing the same thing many times before, but since I've already got the 10-20mm and the Tamron 28-75mm, I'm already pretty well covered there.

Don't put the credit card away yet! Now that you've got the Sigma 17-50mm and the 50-150mm, you need to add the book-ends of the Sigma 8-16mm and 150-500mm, so you'll be completely covered from 8mm-500mm with some of the best zoom lenses available for Pentax today.

And of course, now that you'll be covered from 50-150mm at f/2.8, you need to sell your 60-250mm f4 and start the search for a Sigma 100-300mm f4.

gtl · 08-19-2012, 02:33 AM

Damn man. I wonder if the 50-150mm would come back into stock. ARGHHHH I missed out AGAIN...

Edgar_in_Indy · 08-19-2012, 05:30 AM

Originally posted by gtl

Damn man. I wonder if the 50-150mm would come back into stock. ARGHHHH I missed out AGAIN...

You can send a message to Sales from their site and ask. I sent them a message when the 50-150mm was still showing up and asked how many were available, and their response was that they still had "a few pieces". So it sounds like they didn't have a lot. They also told me that the site is an online database, so it should reflect their actual inventory.

But as somebody pointed out (and as I noticed myself), the 50-150mm was gone, and then came back briefly before disappearing again. I don't know if that means that somebody had it in their cart, and then didn't pull the trigger, or if it means they added some inventory.

seventysixersfan · 08-19-2012, 07:10 AM

beautiful pictures, Edgar!

Edgar_in_Indy · 08-19-2012, 07:19 AM

Originally posted by stormtech

Fabulous Edgar - I am thinking that someone should start a thread in the "Lens Sample Archive" section for this lens - such nice examples belong there.

I'm in the process of creating a samples thread right now. I'll post a link on here once it's up.

stormtech · 08-19-2012, 08:03 AM

Originally posted by Edgar_in_Indy

I'm in the process of creating a samples thread right now. I'll post a link on here once it's up.

Awesome! I'll be looking forward to add some images once you have it started.

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08-18-2012, 08:17 PM	#40
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Originally posted by stormtech On a whim, I just ordered the Sigma 17-50 EX HSM to go along with my incoming 50-150 - I sure hope the IQ is the same as your images from the 50-150. Good call on the 17-50mm. From what I've seen, it's a heck of a lens. I've thought about doing the same thing many times before, but since I've already got the 10-20mm and the Tamron 28-75mm, I'm already pretty well covered there. Don't put the credit card away yet! Now that you've got the Sigma 17-50mm and the 50-150mm, you need to add the book-ends of the Sigma 8-16mm and 150-500mm, so you'll be completely covered from 8mm-500mm with some of the best zoom lenses available for Pentax today. And of course, now that you'll be covered from 50-150mm at f/2.8, you need to sell your 60-250mm f4 and start the search for a Sigma 100-300mm f4. Last edited by Edgar_in_Indy; 08-18-2012 at 09:50 PM.

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08-18-2012, 12:28 PM	#31
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Originally posted by metalmania Bad news is.....no bad news. The only bad news is that they're sold out. What camera are you using the lens with?

08-18-2012, 12:45 PM	#32
metalmania Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 253	Originally posted by Edgar_in_Indy The only bad news is that they're sold out. What camera are you using the lens with? K30

08-18-2012, 01:06 PM	#33
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Originally posted by metalmania K30 A perfect match! I've been singing the praises of this lens for the last couple years, so I'm glad it worked out so well for you. You know, I think that in a way, I might be more comfortable with a "refurbished" lens than I would a brand new lens off the shelf. With a refurbished lens, you know that a technician has personally gone through and tested the lens to make sure it's working perfectly.

08-18-2012, 01:21 PM	#34
metalmania Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 253	Originally posted by Edgar_in_Indy A perfect match! I've been singing the praises of this lens for the last couple years, so I'm glad it worked out so well for you. You know, I think that in a way, I might be more comfortable with a "refurbished" lens than I would a brand new lens off the shelf. With a refurbished lens, you know that a technician has personally gone through and tested the lens to make sure it's working perfectly. You are absolutely right!

08-18-2012, 04:39 PM	#35
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Thanks for the update metalmania - I especially like the "so sharp" part. Sitting on the edge of my seat for mine to arrive - will also post my findings once I get it. Now to go shopping for the ultimate 17-50 or 16-50 - I am now thinking of the Sigma EX to make a pair with the 50-150.

08-18-2012, 06:36 PM	#36
metalmania Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 253	Originally posted by stormtech Thanks for the update metalmania - I especially like the "so sharp" part. Sitting on the edge of my seat for mine to arrive - will also post my findings once I get it. Now to go shopping for the ultimate 17-50 or 16-50 - I am now thinking of the Sigma EX to make a pair with the 50-150. I used to have a Tamron 17-50. Great lens. I gave it to my brother. The Sigma 50-150 will stay on K30 99% of the time while I am using E-M5 with PL 25/1.4 for the short end. There is simply no competition at this range. The PL 25/1.4 is too good.

08-18-2012, 06:50 PM	#37
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Originally posted by metalmania The Sigma 50-150 will stay on K30 99% of the time while I am using E-M5 with PL 25/1.4 for the short end. There is simply no competition at this range. The PL 25/1.4 is too good. I was torn between selling all my Pentax gear and getting an E-M5, or upgrading to the K-30. I was drooling over some of the m43 lenses like the 25mm f1.4 and the 75mm f1.8, but I ended up going with the K-30 because m43 is starved for good telephoto lenses, so I couldn't bear to part with my 50-150mm f2.8 and 100-300mm f4. I like your approach though...get the K-30 and the E-M5! Although I also have an E-P1, so I might end up with the 25mm 1.4 before too long anyway.

08-18-2012, 07:33 PM	#38
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	I took my 50-150mm along to the Children's Museum in Indianapolis yesterday and, as always, it performed brilliantly. I was dividing my time between the 50-150mm, the 10-20mm, and the 30mm 1.4, but I could have happily used the 50-150mm the entire time. Here are a few of the shots, all shot at f/2.8.

08-18-2012, 07:46 PM	#39
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Fabulous Edgar - I am thinking that someone should start a thread in the "Lens Sample Archive" section for this lens - such nice examples belong there. Lens Sample Photo Archive - PentaxForums.com On a whim, I just ordered the Sigma 17-50 EX HSM to go along with my incoming 50-150 - I sure hope the IQ is the same as your images from the 50-150.

08-19-2012, 02:33 AM	#41
gtl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 349	Damn man. I wonder if the 50-150mm would come back into stock. ARGHHHH I missed out AGAIN...

08-19-2012, 05:30 AM	#42
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Originally posted by gtl Damn man. I wonder if the 50-150mm would come back into stock. ARGHHHH I missed out AGAIN... You can send a message to Sales from their site and ask. I sent them a message when the 50-150mm was still showing up and asked how many were available, and their response was that they still had "a few pieces". So it sounds like they didn't have a lot. They also told me that the site is an online database, so it should reflect their actual inventory. But as somebody pointed out (and as I noticed myself), the 50-150mm was gone, and then came back briefly before disappearing again. I don't know if that means that somebody had it in their cart, and then didn't pull the trigger, or if it means they added some inventory.

08-19-2012, 07:10 AM	#43
seventysixersfan Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,054	beautiful pictures, Edgar!

08-19-2012, 07:19 AM	#44
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Originally posted by stormtech Fabulous Edgar - I am thinking that someone should start a thread in the "Lens Sample Archive" section for this lens - such nice examples belong there. I'm in the process of creating a samples thread right now. I'll post a link on here once it's up.

08-19-2012, 08:03 AM	#45
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Originally posted by Edgar_in_Indy I'm in the process of creating a samples thread right now. I'll post a link on here once it's up. Awesome! I'll be looking forward to add some images once you have it started.