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Pentax smc Pentax-D FA 100mm f/2.8 WR Macro Lens 21910 B&H Photo

Ron_Man · 12-29-2015, 11:22 PM

If only I had the moneyz....

a5m · 12-30-2015, 09:27 PM

Just noticed that it no longer says 'Offer Ends Dec. 31st 11:59 EST' but is still at $359.57. Hope this deal is here to stay and I can buy it when I have the funds

SparkTronic · 12-31-2015, 02:59 PM

Stunning deal. $360 new...speechless!

**sureshgvv** · 12-31-2015, 04:01 PM

bought this when it was the same price last time a couple of months ago. Superb lens and a great deal....

Adam · 01-02-2016, 02:06 AM

Can't believe that it's dropped to $359 now...such a great deal.

starjedi · 01-02-2016, 06:28 AM

Originally posted by Adam

Can't believe that it's dropped to $359 now...such a great deal.

A new version (DC version) is in horizon?

fsdogwood · 01-02-2016, 07:38 AM

I'd rather prefer the non-DC version, to be safe

mikeodial · 01-02-2016, 08:52 AM

Great price on that lens. I really liked mine, but I must admit the Sigma 70mm Macro 2.8 is a good alternative if you can find one in a Pentax mount.

Adam · 01-02-2016, 12:52 PM

Originally posted by starjedi

A new version (DC version) is in horizon?

Doubt it, though I wouldn't be surprised if we'd see a D FA* 150mm or 200mm macro in the future.

Franky2step · 01-02-2016, 08:09 PM

This would make a great portrait length is you don't mind SHARP images

AgentDisco · 01-05-2016, 09:13 AM

I started with the 2 kit lenses (18-55mm and 50-200mm) after I got my K-50. I wanted a nice walk-around prime so I immediately got a DA 40mm Ltd and have been using that most of the time. This Christmas, I received a brand new DA 15mm Ltd to cover my wide angle needs and appreciate the challenge of using it effectively. I've been very tempted by the Pentax 18-135mm as a higher quality replacement for the 18-55mm lately (it's also been relatively inexpensive at $270) but now I also see this as an opportunity for this to add a macro lens to my collection. However, it's another prime and I'm not sure if that's the way to go. As I experiment more and grow as a photographer, will I like the flexibility of the zoom or the quality of a macro lens at a nicely spaced focal length from my other primes?

Franky2step · 01-05-2016, 09:47 AM

Originally posted by AgentDisco

I started with the 2 kit lenses (18-55mm and 50-200mm) after I got my K-50. I wanted a nice walk-around prime so I immediately got a DA 40mm Ltd and have been using that most of the time. This Christmas, I received a brand new DA 15mm Ltd to cover my wide angle needs and appreciate the challenge of using it effectively. I've been very tempted by the Pentax 18-135mm as a higher quality replacement for the 18-55mm lately (it's also been relatively inexpensive at $270) but now I also see this as an opportunity for this to add a macro lens to my collection. However, it's another prime and I'm not sure if that's the way to go. As I experiment more and grow as a photographer, will I like the flexibility of the zoom or the quality of a macro lens at a nicely spaced focal length from my other primes?

You have two zooms already, why would you want to add another zoom?

AgentDisco · 01-05-2016, 09:54 AM

Originally posted by Franky2step

You have two zooms already, why would you want to add another zoom?

For a lens with better image quality and faster IF focusing. I could sell the 18-55mm as well.

mx23 · 01-10-2016, 03:02 PM

Now 350!!!!

timm62 · 01-10-2016, 07:07 PM

Originally posted by AgentDisco

For a lens with better image quality and faster IF focusing. I could sell the 18-55mm as well.

Replace your 18-55 with the Sigma 17-50 2.8 ? It's $419.00 right now ! All the reviews on that lens are very good ....

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01-02-2016, 02:06 AM	#20
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,609	Can't believe that it's dropped to $359 now...such a great deal. 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:

01-02-2016, 12:52 PM	#24
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,609	Originally posted by starjedi A new version (DC version) is in horizon? Doubt it, though I wouldn't be surprised if we'd see a D FA* 150mm or 200mm macro in the future. 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:

01-05-2016, 09:13 AM	#26
AgentDisco Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Posts: 35	Tempting I started with the 2 kit lenses (18-55mm and 50-200mm) after I got my K-50. I wanted a nice walk-around prime so I immediately got a DA 40mm Ltd and have been using that most of the time. This Christmas, I received a brand new DA 15mm Ltd to cover my wide angle needs and appreciate the challenge of using it effectively. I've been very tempted by the Pentax 18-135mm as a higher quality replacement for the 18-55mm lately (it's also been relatively inexpensive at $270) but now I also see this as an opportunity for this to add a macro lens to my collection. However, it's another prime and I'm not sure if that's the way to go. As I experiment more and grow as a photographer, will I like the flexibility of the zoom or the quality of a macro lens at a nicely spaced focal length from my other primes?

01-10-2016, 07:07 PM	#30
timm62 New Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 46	Replace Originally posted by AgentDisco For a lens with better image quality and faster IF focusing. I could sell the 18-55mm as well. Replace your 18-55 with the Sigma 17-50 2.8 ? It's $419.00 right now ! All the reviews on that lens are very good ....

12-29-2015, 11:22 PM	#16
Ron_Man Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: MD Posts: 221	If only I had the moneyz....

12-30-2015, 09:27 PM	#17
a5m Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 576	Just noticed that it no longer says 'Offer Ends Dec. 31st 11:59 EST' but is still at $359.57. Hope this deal is here to stay and I can buy it when I have the funds

12-31-2015, 02:59 PM	#18
SparkTronic Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 38	Stunning deal. $360 new...speechless!

12-31-2015, 04:01 PM	#19
sureshgvv Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Jacksonville, FL Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,115	bought this when it was the same price last time a couple of months ago. Superb lens and a great deal....

01-02-2016, 06:28 AM	#21
starjedi Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: New Jersey Posts: 932	Originally posted by Adam Can't believe that it's dropped to $359 now...such a great deal. A new version (DC version) is in horizon?

01-02-2016, 07:38 AM	#22
fsdogwood Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: RTP, North Carolina Posts: 64	I'd rather prefer the non-DC version, to be safe

01-02-2016, 08:52 AM	#23
mikeodial Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 370	Great price on that lens. I really liked mine, but I must admit the Sigma 70mm Macro 2.8 is a good alternative if you can find one in a Pentax mount.

01-02-2016, 08:09 PM	#25
Franky2step Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Niagara Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 793	This would make a great portrait length is you don't mind SHARP images

01-05-2016, 09:47 AM	#27
Franky2step Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Niagara Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 793	Originally posted by AgentDisco I started with the 2 kit lenses (18-55mm and 50-200mm) after I got my K-50. I wanted a nice walk-around prime so I immediately got a DA 40mm Ltd and have been using that most of the time. This Christmas, I received a brand new DA 15mm Ltd to cover my wide angle needs and appreciate the challenge of using it effectively. I've been very tempted by the Pentax 18-135mm as a higher quality replacement for the 18-55mm lately (it's also been relatively inexpensive at $270) but now I also see this as an opportunity for this to add a macro lens to my collection. However, it's another prime and I'm not sure if that's the way to go. As I experiment more and grow as a photographer, will I like the flexibility of the zoom or the quality of a macro lens at a nicely spaced focal length from my other primes? You have two zooms already, why would you want to add another zoom?

01-05-2016, 09:54 AM	#28
AgentDisco Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Posts: 35	Originally posted by Franky2step You have two zooms already, why would you want to add another zoom? For a lens with better image quality and faster IF focusing. I could sell the 18-55mm as well.

01-10-2016, 03:02 PM	#29
mx23 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37 Original Poster	Now 350!!!!

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