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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
8 Hours Ago
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I know it's a portrait lens, not landscape, but the dof is creating a challenge. I posted some photos comparing the 85mm to the 77mm on the following page. One would think they would be close but you will see the significant difference.
prime, prime, everywhere a prime... - Page 1238 - PentaxForums.com
It appears I have to take a shot with a straight background / surroundings to get an acceptable photo. Any background before or after the main subject causes issue. Here's another example, taken at f8, that shows what I'm trying to explain.
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
19 Hours Ago
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SMC K 85mm f1.8 + K-5iis.
I'm struggling with this lens, never encountered this degree of difficulty before. Not sure what the problem is but I'll keep on working with it until I figure it out.
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Forum: Pentax K-5 & K-5 II
04-08-2024, 06:32 PM
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Vivitar Series 1 90-180mm f4.5 + K-5iis
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
04-08-2024, 06:27 PM
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Vivitar Series 1 90-180mm f4.5 Flat Field + K-5iis
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Forum: Pentax K-5 & K-5 II
04-02-2024, 03:24 PM
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K-5iis + K 85mm f1.8 shot at f1.8
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Forum: Sold Items
04-02-2024, 11:36 AM
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This is a smoking deal from a highly reputable seller. The price is more than reasonable, it is an outright bargain.
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Forum: General Photography
03-31-2024, 07:52 AM
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
03-27-2024, 08:29 AM
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My granddog, a sleepy boy. K 85mm f1.8 @ f5.6 sooc.
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
03-25-2024, 04:37 PM
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I haven't had time to test and compare my latest acquisitions, the FA 77/1.8 and K 85/1.8, due to family responsibilities. I decided today was the day to take a few (and I do mean only a few) minutes to take several quick shots to see how they perform and see the difference in results. The following are not at all artistic and sooc. To say I was surprised at the results is an understatement.
The first photo is from the FA77, shot at f1.8. The second, third and fourth are from the K 85, shot at f1.8, f2.8 and f4. All were taken handheld from approximately 10 feet from the bicycle.
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Forum: Photographic Technique
03-25-2024, 07:24 AM
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Your experiment shows how really good the old K 200/2.5 is. It's a much under appreciated lens, a joy to handle and a stellar performer.
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Forum: General Talk
03-18-2024, 08:27 AM
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Very sad news, the only consolation is he's no longer suffering and at peace. We will miss his friendship and scientific adventures.
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Forum: Winners' Showcase
02-07-2024, 05:54 PM
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I would like to nominate this photo
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Forum: Winners' Showcase
02-07-2024, 05:52 PM
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I would like to nominate this photo
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
02-07-2024, 05:52 PM
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I would like to nominate this photo
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
01-30-2024, 09:16 AM
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Basking in the bokeh with Voigtlander 90mm f3.5
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
12-03-2023, 10:09 AM
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I would like to nominate this photo
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
12-03-2023, 10:09 AM
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I would like to nominate this photo
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
12-03-2023, 10:09 AM
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I would like to nominate this photo
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Forum: Monthly Photo Contests
12-03-2023, 10:08 AM
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I would like to nominate this photo
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Forum: Do-It-Yourself
11-30-2023, 06:19 PM
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Thanks for this tutorial. I don't need it at this time but one never knows when it would come in handy.
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
11-24-2023, 07:01 PM
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Voigtlander 90mm f3.5 + K-5iis
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Forum: Lens Clubs
11-23-2023, 11:00 AM
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Wasn't expecting to see any birds so I took the Voigt 90/3.5 to the local metro park. Spotted a large bird in a tree, then a second flew in and perched a few seconds and then flew off. The birds were so far off I couldn't recognize them as Red Tail hawks until I cropped significantly shot.
First shot cropped, second original size.
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Forum: Mini-Challenges, Games, and Photo Stories
09-30-2023, 06:22 PM
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This is a photo of a work of art. Does it count?
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Forum: Pentax SLR Lens Discussion
09-29-2023, 09:58 AM
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Thanks, Ivan. Hope you are doing well.
This is from the local botanical garden, I'm fortunate that I only live a few miles away. And, yes, 1/2 is ideal for flowers. I also have a Vivitar 90-180mm close focus zoom that goes 1/4 at the lower end and 1/2 at 180mm. It's also a great lens for flowers and close-ups, although it's not a prime.
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