After much deliberation, I decided on the Tamron SP 90mm macro f2.5.
I have had issues with this lens on certain conditions. (sensor flare; purple circle in the middle of an image) Hopefully, this will help me learn some consistency with this lens because when it works, it is great.


Here's the general PF Single in March link for all members' albums:

Member Photo Albums - PentaxForums.com

Copycat!

Lol. Awesome! Now we have two of these awesome lenses in the challenge. Eagerly awaiting your shots!

Yeah, I thought about your reaction.
But I got this lens after October and have not really tried it at length.
So now is the time. Great lens but maybe my copy is not up to par.
We will see. I am looking forward to your own images as a comparison.
Best wishes.

I was just thinking about you, if you were going to participate, but you obviously going to.

I have a 90 2.5 too, knowing it we could have done the sp90 single eh eh.

Ok, so I think I am finally able to find the time to post some frames here and get up to speed with SiM.
Been real busy this week with freakin' crap and the daylight is still too short for my liking.
For some reason, I am initially being attracted to the details of decay.

Diseased tree


Rusted bolts, wires and a snap hook


Chipboard falling apart


Again, the here's the general SiM link
Member Photo Albums - PentaxForums.com

3 great shots jools all razor sharp, no issues yet from the lens i can see

Nice shots x3, great start!

Thanks eddie1960 and jackassp.
Well, I have taken a number of pix.
And I see the purple circle (sensor flare) creep up when used beyond f11 under some well lit conditions. But I am learning.
I love this lens and it's weight is perfect. Feels good in hand.

Terrific shots. Most impressive. Well done!

Terrific shots Jools. As always you have an awesome eye for the texture of everyday life. I look forward to watching your month progress.

Great shots, Jools.
The last one would make a terrific texture.

Eee, look at the state of that tree. Really like the composition of the second one. Nice stuff!

Well done friend! I second your comment on how well the lens feels in hand.

Seeing that chipboard shot again without sunlight behind me .. it's a strikingly rich image. I shoot textures myself a fair bit, but that one's got lovely colours and textures.