Asahi Pentax Monocular Converter K - BIN - 99$ CAN on ebay

Asahi Pentax Monocular Converter K - BIN - 99$ CAN on ebay · 07:11 AM

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I have seen many over the 100$ US in the recent months, so I think this is a fair price for that accessory that converts your long lens to a spotting scope...

Asahi Pentax Monocular Converter K | eBay

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Adam · 03-28-2016, 09:46 AM

This is one of those rare accessories that's just really cool to have. Hope someone snatches it!

uday029 · 03-28-2016, 11:35 AM

What does it do? Pentax Lens database mentions that this can convert a lens into telescope. Is it meant just for viewing or can this be attached to camera to shoot pictures?
Thanks.

Adam · 03-28-2016, 11:57 AM

Originally posted by uday029

What does it do? Pentax Lens database mentions that this can convert a lens into telescope. Is it meant just for viewing or can this be attached to camera to shoot pictures?
Thanks.

It's just for viewing distant objects with the naked eye.

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**Weevil** · 03-28-2016, 12:16 PM

Gone! Hope someone here bought it !

**monochrome** · 03-28-2016, 12:39 PM

Wasn't me, for once (I have one).

My wife really enjoys it when I stick this on the end of the K400 and mount it to a tripod. Useful for wildlife and star / moon gazing. Doesn't justify the entire collection, but between this and the 'in-home camera service' we've come to a negotiated peace

uday029 · 03-28-2016, 03:25 PM - **1 Like**

I nabbed it. Looking forward to some stargazing.

**jbondo** · 03-28-2016, 06:05 PM - **1 Like**

I've been watching for one of those forever to upgrade from the cheap-ish spiratone version. Missed it. Congrats!

These things are an excellent way to get a full sized lens into a concert. Just pack a K-01 with the tiny 40xs and then separately pack a bigger lens with the monocular adapter and it gets through the admissions gate every time.

bertwert · 03-28-2016, 06:08 PM

Originally posted by jbondo

These things are an excellent way to get a full sized lens into a concert. Just pack a K-01 with the tiny 40xs and then separately pack a bigger lens with the monocular adapter and it gets through the admissions gate every time.

Sounds like a good idea...

**monochrome** · 03-28-2016, 06:49 PM

Originally posted by uday029

I nabbed it. Looking forward to some stargazing.

Good for you! They're cool and fun.

**Weevil** · 03-28-2016, 10:58 PM

Originally posted by jbondo

I've been watching for one of those forever to upgrade from the cheap-ish spiratone version. Missed it. Congrats!

These things are an excellent way to get a full sized lens into a concert. Just pack a K-01 with the tiny 40xs and then separately pack a bigger lens with the monocular adapter and it gets through the admissions gate every time.

Originally posted by bertwert

Sounds like a good idea...

Good idea indeed ! I never thought of that !

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uday029 Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 505	What does it do? Pentax Lens database mentions that this can convert a lens into telescope. Is it meant just for viewing or can this be attached to camera to shoot pictures? Thanks.

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by uday029 What does it do? Pentax Lens database mentions that this can convert a lens into telescope. Is it meant just for viewing or can this be attached to camera to shoot pictures? Thanks. It's just for viewing distant objects with the naked eye. 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:

03-28-2016, 12:16 PM	#5
Weevil Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Near Montréal, Québec Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,446 Original Poster	Gone! Hope someone here bought it !

03-28-2016, 12:39 PM	#6
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Wasn't me, for once (I have one). My wife really enjoys it when I stick this on the end of the K400 and mount it to a tripod. Useful for wildlife and star / moon gazing. Doesn't justify the entire collection, but between this and the 'in-home camera service' we've come to a negotiated peace

03-28-2016, 03:25 PM - 1 Like	#7
uday029 Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 505	I nabbed it. Looking forward to some stargazing.

03-28-2016, 06:05 PM - 1 Like	#8
jbondo Loyal Site Supportaxian Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Texas Photos: Albums Posts: 503	I've been watching for one of those forever to upgrade from the cheap-ish spiratone version. Missed it. Congrats! These things are an excellent way to get a full sized lens into a concert. Just pack a K-01 with the tiny 40xs and then separately pack a bigger lens with the monocular adapter and it gets through the admissions gate every time.

03-28-2016, 06:08 PM	#9
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by jbondo These things are an excellent way to get a full sized lens into a concert. Just pack a K-01 with the tiny 40xs and then separately pack a bigger lens with the monocular adapter and it gets through the admissions gate every time. Sounds like a good idea...

03-28-2016, 06:49 PM	#10
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by uday029 I nabbed it. Looking forward to some stargazing. Good for you! They're cool and fun.

03-28-2016, 10:58 PM	#11
Weevil Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Near Montréal, Québec Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,446 Original Poster	Originally posted by jbondo I've been watching for one of those forever to upgrade from the cheap-ish spiratone version. Missed it. Congrats! These things are an excellent way to get a full sized lens into a concert. Just pack a K-01 with the tiny 40xs and then separately pack a bigger lens with the monocular adapter and it gets through the admissions gate every time. Originally posted by bertwert Sounds like a good idea... Good idea indeed ! I never thought of that !