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pcarfan · 11-20-2009, 04:54 PM - **1 Like**

This is a club for those really inexpensive AF telephotos. The DA55-300 which is the default choice for a decently priced telephoto costs ~ US $300 here. So, these lenses have to be much less than that.

I understand that the prices vary a lot around the world, but I am hoping to see AF lenses that can be had for $200US or less on ebay which are 200mm and longer (so 200mm lenses are allowed as well) in this club.

Mention the lens and the price paid.

Lens design: (Source: http://kmp.bdimitrov.de/lenses/zooms/long/FA80-320f4.5-5.6.html)

I'll start off with my recently acquired Pentax FA 80-320mm f4/5-5/6. Paid $75 including shipping.

320mm, f8, iso400, 1/320

280mm, f8, iso 800, 1/80)

200mm, f8, iso400, 1/250

Last edited by pcarfan; 11-23-2009 at 07:02 AM.

Nick Siebers · 11-20-2009, 08:18 PM

Those are lovely pcrfan, great colors and contrast. I was looking for that lens but ended up with an FA-J 75-300 for $110. Light, fairly compact - just what I was looking for. Great for a nature walk, paired with a DA35.

The Wind

wallyb · 11-20-2009, 10:27 PM

That is an awesome flamingo picture pcarfan! You're making me want to try out that lens

Marc Sabatella · 11-20-2009, 11:53 PM

Seems like the DA50-200 would qualify, then, so:

EricT · 11-21-2009, 02:39 AM

Here's one from the Sigma 100-300mm f/4.5-6.7, f8 at 300mm. I think I paid $40 for it, not too shabby!

EDIT: f/8, not f/6.7

pcarfan · 11-21-2009, 11:09 AM

Originally posted by Nick Siebers

Those are lovely pcrfan, great colors and contrast. I was looking for that lens but ended up with an FA-J 75-300 for $110. Light, fairly compact - just what I was looking for. Great for a nature walk, paired with a DA35.

The Wind

These Pentax lenses for some reason seems to have great color, and your shot shows that as well. My lens lacks contrast and that can easily be added in PP like I have.

pcarfan · 11-21-2009, 11:11 AM

Originally posted by wallyb

That is an awesome flamingo picture pcarfan! You're making me want to try out that lens

LOL, thanks...they were all PP'd, but I am quite happy with the lens, but wouldn't need it as I have the sigma 100-300 F4 which is absolutely phenomenal. But, I am keeping it as a low weight option. I'll take it when I leave the 100-300 behind.

pcarfan · 11-21-2009, 11:13 AM

Marc, forgot the DA 50-200 when I started the club, as I know that is a fine performer as your images show. It is only fair to include that as well.

pcarfan · 11-21-2009, 11:14 AM

Eric, the exif reads F8?....nonetheless , it is a darn impressive image. Love the colors.

pcarfan · 11-22-2009, 05:31 AM

Come'on...I am itching to see more. Where are those lovely F 70-210 shots (I've seen this render 3-D), and all the nice 70-300ish tamron, sigma and other zooms.........there is tons of lenses out there in this category, and I am convinced they are capable of some astonishing shots......

EricT · 11-22-2009, 09:45 AM

Originally posted by pcarfan

Eric, the exif reads F8?....nonetheless , it is a darn impressive image. Love the colors.

You are absolutely right, sorry about that!

The lens performs fairly well, although the contrast is quite low at 300mm. It needs a bit of PP to work.
Here's another one from the lens:

Stratman · 11-22-2009, 07:42 PM

I have two of 'em. The Tammy 70-300 LD Di that I bought new for $169...

And a Sigma 28-200 I bought for I believe $60 from a member here.

pcarfan · 11-23-2009, 05:33 AM

sajah (?),

What happened to your last post. It was some of the best images with any telephoto let alone a $35 one ?

Russell-Evans · 11-23-2009, 06:05 AM

Sigma AF 75-200 f3.8, has also been sold as the CARL ZEISS JENA, JENAZOOM SUPER 75-200 f:3.8. One or two a year on Ebay in Pentax mount. Usually can be bought under $100 and occasionally under $50.

Construction: 9 groups 12 elements
Angle of view : 32 ° ~ 12 °
Minimum focusing distance: 1.2m
Minimum Aperture: f: 22
Filter Diameter: φ55mm
Dimensions: 73mm × 109.5mm
Weight: 640g
Domestic price (then): ¥ 47,000 (about $375 at the time)

Camera: Pentax K20D
Exposure: 1/180
Aperture: f/4.0
Focal Length: 200 mm
ISO Speed: 100

Camera: Pentax K10D
Exposure: 1/100
Aperture: f/4
Focal Length: 180 mm
ISO Speed: 1600

More photos in this thread.

Edit: There is one for sale in the market, $65. This is not my listing.
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/photographic-equipment-sale/81190-sale-tr...ters-bags.html

Thank you
Russell

sajah · 11-23-2009, 06:38 AM

Originally posted by pcarfan

sajah (?),

What happened to your last post. It was some of the best images with any telephoto let alone a $35 one ?

Sorry, I dont know what's wrong with me lately.. I deleted it because I didn't pay attention very well to the title of this thread. This thread is for AF lens and my lens is manual. I did same mistake in the marketsale just couple hours ago >.<

I have made a new thread though, because I need some opinions about that lens. Feel free to check the thread here. Thanks

11-20-2009, 04:54 PM - 1 Like	#1
pcarfan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,978	Inexpensive AF telephoto club ($200 for 200mm) This is a club for those really inexpensive AF telephotos. The DA55-300 which is the default choice for a decently priced telephoto costs ~ US $300 here. So, these lenses have to be much less than that. I understand that the prices vary a lot around the world, but I am hoping to see AF lenses that can be had for $200US or less on ebay which are 200mm and longer (so 200mm lenses are allowed as well) in this club. Mention the lens and the price paid. Lens design: (Source: http://kmp.bdimitrov.de/lenses/zooms/long/FA80-320f4.5-5.6.html) I'll start off with my recently acquired Pentax FA 80-320mm f4/5-5/6. Paid $75 including shipping. 320mm, f8, iso400, 1/320 280mm, f8, iso 800, 1/80) 200mm, f8, iso400, 1/250 Last edited by pcarfan; 11-23-2009 at 07:02 AM.

11-21-2009, 02:39 AM	#5
EricT Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 484	Here's one from the Sigma 100-300mm f/4.5-6.7, f8 at 300mm. I think I paid $40 for it, not too shabby! EDIT: f/8, not f/6.7 Last edited by EricT; 11-22-2009 at 09:32 AM.

11-21-2009, 11:09 AM	#6
pcarfan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,978 Original Poster	Originally posted by Nick Siebers Those are lovely pcrfan, great colors and contrast. I was looking for that lens but ended up with an FA-J 75-300 for $110. Light, fairly compact - just what I was looking for. Great for a nature walk, paired with a DA35. The Wind These Pentax lenses for some reason seems to have great color, and your shot shows that as well. My lens lacks contrast and that can easily be added in PP like I have. Last edited by pcarfan; 11-21-2009 at 11:15 AM.

11-21-2009, 11:14 AM	#9
pcarfan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,978 Original Poster	Eric, the exif reads F8?....nonetheless , it is a darn impressive image. Love the colors. Last edited by pcarfan; 11-21-2009 at 11:21 AM.

11-23-2009, 06:05 AM	#14
Russell-Evans Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,553	Sigma AF 75-200 f3.8, has also been sold as the CARL ZEISS JENA, JENAZOOM SUPER 75-200 f:3.8. One or two a year on Ebay in Pentax mount. Usually can be bought under $100 and occasionally under $50. Construction: 9 groups 12 elements Angle of view : 32 ° ~ 12 ° Minimum focusing distance: 1.2m Minimum Aperture: f: 22 Filter Diameter: φ55mm Dimensions: 73mm × 109.5mm Weight: 640g Domestic price (then): ¥ 47,000 (about $375 at the time) Camera: Pentax K20D Exposure: 1/180 Aperture: f/4.0 Focal Length: 200 mm ISO Speed: 100 Camera: Pentax K10D Exposure: 1/100 Aperture: f/4 Focal Length: 180 mm ISO Speed: 1600 More photos in this thread. Edit: There is one for sale in the market, $65. This is not my listing. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/photographic-equipment-sale/81190-sale-tr...ters-bags.html Thank you Russell Last edited by Russell-Evans; 11-24-2009 at 03:36 AM.

11-20-2009, 08:18 PM	#2
Nick Siebers Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Madison, WI Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,165	Those are lovely pcrfan, great colors and contrast. I was looking for that lens but ended up with an FA-J 75-300 for $110. Light, fairly compact - just what I was looking for. Great for a nature walk, paired with a DA35. The Wind

11-20-2009, 10:27 PM	#3
wallyb Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: The Untied States Photos: Albums Posts: 1,881	That is an awesome flamingo picture pcarfan! You're making me want to try out that lens

11-20-2009, 11:53 PM	#4
Marc Sabatella Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, CO Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,685	Seems like the DA50-200 would qualify, then, so:

11-21-2009, 11:11 AM	#7
pcarfan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,978 Original Poster	Originally posted by wallyb That is an awesome flamingo picture pcarfan! You're making me want to try out that lens LOL, thanks...they were all PP'd, but I am quite happy with the lens, but wouldn't need it as I have the sigma 100-300 F4 which is absolutely phenomenal. But, I am keeping it as a low weight option. I'll take it when I leave the 100-300 behind.

11-21-2009, 11:13 AM	#8
pcarfan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,978 Original Poster	Marc, forgot the DA 50-200 when I started the club, as I know that is a fine performer as your images show. It is only fair to include that as well.

11-22-2009, 05:31 AM	#10
pcarfan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,978 Original Poster	Come'on...I am itching to see more. Where are those lovely F 70-210 shots (I've seen this render 3-D), and all the nice 70-300ish tamron, sigma and other zooms.........there is tons of lenses out there in this category, and I am convinced they are capable of some astonishing shots......

11-22-2009, 09:45 AM	#11
EricT Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 484	Originally posted by pcarfan Eric, the exif reads F8?....nonetheless , it is a darn impressive image. Love the colors. You are absolutely right, sorry about that! The lens performs fairly well, although the contrast is quite low at 300mm. It needs a bit of PP to work. Here's another one from the lens:

11-22-2009, 07:42 PM	#12
Stratman Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: St Louis, Missouri U S A Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,464	I have two of 'em. The Tammy 70-300 LD Di that I bought new for $169... And a Sigma 28-200 I bought for I believe $60 from a member here.

11-23-2009, 05:33 AM	#13
pcarfan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,978 Original Poster	sajah (?), What happened to your last post. It was some of the best images with any telephoto let alone a $35 one ?

11-23-2009, 06:38 AM	#15
sajah Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: South Korea Photos: Gallery Posts: 275	Originally posted by pcarfan sajah (?), What happened to your last post. It was some of the best images with any telephoto let alone a $35 one ? Sorry, I dont know what's wrong with me lately.. I deleted it because I didn't pay attention very well to the title of this thread. This thread is for AF lens and my lens is manual. I did same mistake in the marketsale just couple hours ago >.< I have made a new thread though, because I need some opinions about that lens. Feel free to check the thread here. Thanks

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