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Adam · 08-22-2012, 10:39 AM

For those who have the lens, does the DA 50mm F1.8 actually have quick shift? That's what the specs indicate, but even then I'm having second thoughts!

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JinDesu · 08-22-2012, 10:41 AM

I thought I saw a user review that said it had no quick shift. Let me find it...

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/193129-da-50mm...s-samples.html

**blackcloudbrew** · 08-22-2012, 11:16 AM

It does not have a quick shift like say the DA 18-55 does. It can be focused with the focus ring while in AF mode unlike say the FA 50 f1.4 but there is some resistance in AF mode (much more that what I would expect from a QS system).

eddie1960 · 08-22-2012, 11:17 AM

Pentax Canada's site doesn't mention the Quick Shift (You managed to get one Tim, none of the stores i have My name down at have received a second shipment yet grrr)

**blackcloudbrew** · 08-22-2012, 11:21 AM

I got mine used from Deadwolfbones. Oh, and I'm starting the evaluation of it and will post a review in a few weeks in the data base. So far, it just a nice lens, sorta a cheap plastic build, but works great, even though it is a bit noisy on AF.

JinDesu · 08-22-2012, 11:42 AM

Originally posted by blackcloudbrew

I got mine used from Deadwolfbones. Oh, and I'm starting the evaluation of it and will post a review in a few weeks in the data base. So far, it just a nice lens, sorta a cheap plastic build, but works great, even though it is a bit noisy on AF.

Pretty much the DA 35 F2.4 then

Also - few weeks is too long. Hup hup, get on it.

08-22-2012, 10:39 AM	#1
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	DA 50mm F1.8 Quick Shift? For those who have the lens, does the DA 50mm F1.8 actually have quick shift? That's what the specs indicate, but even then I'm having second thoughts! 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:

08-22-2012, 11:21 AM	#5
blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,461	I got mine used from Deadwolfbones. Oh, and I'm starting the evaluation of it and will post a review in a few weeks in the data base. So far, it just a nice lens, sorta a cheap plastic build, but works great, even though it is a bit noisy on AF. Last edited by blackcloudbrew; 08-22-2012 at 11:30 AM.

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08-22-2012, 10:41 AM	#2
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	I thought I saw a user review that said it had no quick shift. Let me find it... https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/193129-da-50mm...s-samples.html

08-22-2012, 11:16 AM	#3
blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,461	It does not have a quick shift like say the DA 18-55 does. It can be focused with the focus ring while in AF mode unlike say the FA 50 f1.4 but there is some resistance in AF mode (much more that what I would expect from a QS system).

08-22-2012, 11:17 AM	#4
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,667	Pentax Canada's site doesn't mention the Quick Shift (You managed to get one Tim, none of the stores i have My name down at have received a second shipment yet grrr)

08-22-2012, 11:42 AM	#6
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Originally posted by blackcloudbrew I got mine used from Deadwolfbones. Oh, and I'm starting the evaluation of it and will post a review in a few weeks in the data base. So far, it just a nice lens, sorta a cheap plastic build, but works great, even though it is a bit noisy on AF. Pretty much the DA 35 F2.4 then Also - few weeks is too long. Hup hup, get on it.

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