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A 135 f/1.8 @ Keh · 03:35 PM

http://www.keh.com/camera/Pentax-Manual-Focus-Fixed-Focal-Length-Lenses/1/sk...09016184N?r=FE

Unbelievable! I mean is this serious?

I couldn't possibly afford this one. I think I have the wrong job.

Studer · 07-24-2013, 08:48 AM

Originally posted by dadipentak

I'd love to get my hands on a DA*135/1.8 WR!

Oh yea, me too

**Kerrowdown** · 07-25-2013, 06:05 AM

Originally posted by carrrlangas

F/1.8 and f/2 are only 1/3 of a stop appart... A star and all, still a really old, overpriced lens. Even coatings, as good as SMC might have been at the moment, modern coatings are a lot better.

You will have used one yourself then...

carrrlangas · 07-25-2013, 09:07 AM

Originally posted by kerrowdown

You will have used one yourself then...

Haven't had the pleasure. I am lucky to find pentax lenses at all in my country. Let alone more "rare" lenses. BUT, in any case, I wouldn't spend this kind of money on a used, old lens.
I know you use manual focus glass exclusively, have a great collection and experience with them so I take your word when you say it is a good lens. It's just my common sense when comparing prices with modern equipment. 24x36 body + carl zeiss lens for a similar price is kind of confusing at least.

SyncGuy · 02-02-2014, 08:56 PM

Originally posted by Clavius

It's pretty safe to say such high values are generated by the lack of modern day equivalent. Same goes for the A* 200 macro. Apparently there's market for such lenses.

Yea.. That's the main reason why the vintage glasses are priced so high... :/

Originally posted by dadipentak

I'd love to get my hands on a DA*135/1.8 WR!

But ultimately, just like me, we can only dream about having such lenses anymore.. :'(
I believe it will never be done again because at such size, it is against Pentax principles: kawaii..

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07-24-2013, 08:48 AM	#31
Studer Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 25	Originally posted by dadipentak I'd love to get my hands on a DA*135/1.8 WR! Oh yea, me too

07-25-2013, 06:05 AM	#32
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,864	Originally posted by carrrlangas F/1.8 and f/2 are only 1/3 of a stop appart... A star and all, still a really old, overpriced lens. Even coatings, as good as SMC might have been at the moment, modern coatings are a lot better. You will have used one yourself then...

07-25-2013, 09:07 AM	#33
carrrlangas Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Joensuu (Finland) Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,761	Originally posted by kerrowdown You will have used one yourself then... Haven't had the pleasure. I am lucky to find pentax lenses at all in my country. Let alone more "rare" lenses. BUT, in any case, I wouldn't spend this kind of money on a used, old lens. I know you use manual focus glass exclusively, have a great collection and experience with them so I take your word when you say it is a good lens. It's just my common sense when comparing prices with modern equipment. 24x36 body + carl zeiss lens for a similar price is kind of confusing at least.

02-02-2014, 08:56 PM	#34
SyncGuy Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 821	Originally posted by Clavius It's pretty safe to say such high values are generated by the lack of modern day equivalent. Same goes for the A* 200 macro. Apparently there's market for such lenses. Yea.. That's the main reason why the vintage glasses are priced so high... :/ Originally posted by dadipentak I'd love to get my hands on a DA*135/1.8 WR! But ultimately, just like me, we can only dream about having such lenses anymore.. :'( I believe it will never be done again because at such size, it is against Pentax principles: kawaii..

A 135 f/1.8 @ Keh

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