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Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II
08-14-2016, 12:26 PM
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Even on vacation, this can be an issue. I was on a long trip and recently dropped my FA50 f/1.7. The mount bent slightly and I was unable to use it for the remainder of the trip; fortunately, it was on the second to last day so I was able to live without it (FA77 could substitute) and was using it the least among my lenses on the trip. Still, if it had been 2 days into the trip, I would not be able to replace it. I'd have to order an FA50 f/1.4 or DA*55 to replace it, neither of which I'm familiar with. I then handled my FA*24 like it was a child. No way I can replace that on the trip; even replacing it when returning home would be a struggle.
And sure, you can say "Be careful." I am. Accidents happen. People who aren't paying attention can run into you when you're shooting and knock you over, causing your gear to hit the ground. Replacing those rare and semi-rare lenses when you're in the field...not happening. It is a disadvantage.
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