| Latest Review Posted | SMC Pentax-M 100mm F2.8
I love this lens! When I switched to an LX over the K-5, I needed a long lens for portraits. On the K-5 I had the 100mm WR Macro, but it doesn't have an aperture ring (and it was a bit long on APS-C anyway). I got this lens instead, since I wanted something a little shorter for full-frame. I also looked at the 135, but I felt since 150 (effective) on APS-C was a little long, maybe 135 on full-frame would be too. I am so happy I decided to get this lens. Not only is it cheaper than a comparable 135mm, it's just as sharp as the 100 Macro.
The focus and aperture rings are smooth, very easy to operate, and the lens is also very lightweight. Without having scales, I'd say it weighs about as much as the SMC-M 50mm f/1.7. This lens is sharper than the 50mm, and makes a fantastic portrait lens.
I use this lens with my LX and Portra 160 for studio and scenery portraits, it works beautifully. The only gripe I have with it is a long Minimum Focus distance of about 3.3 feet. This lens won't replace the 100mm WR Macro for close-ups, but I may end up getting some extension tubes instead of buying a dedicated Macro. I need a good portrait lens much more frequently than I need a good macro lens.
In short, this lens is all I hoped it would be. Sharp, light, fast, and a luxury to use on the LX. I highly recommend it! |
