| Latest Review Posted | SMC Pentax-FA 28-105mm F3.2-4.5 AL [IF]
Just bought two examples, I will test them and probably sell one.
The first arrived a couple days ago. It's in spotless condition and with the original shade.
Paid 110 euros shipment included (about $130).
Many reviewers don't consider shipment, but it's part of the total cost, and should be included.
If we don't buy our lenses from a brick-and-mortar shop, usually we pay for VAT and/or shipment. I don't see why that expense shouldn't be added.
I don't own the new D FA 28-105mm, but I have read a post from a user who compared the two lenses. The most important differences are WR and faster, smoother AF. The IQ of the new one seems to be only marginally better.
My rating reflects that. If the new lens could get a 9, the old "silver" FA version deserves a 8.
I gave an overall of 9 cause some old reviews reflect a negative judgement due to AF problems with old digital bodies.
I briefly tried the lens on a crop body, a K-01. The AF worked as expected.
This is the first review on full frame. My first example of this lens works very well on my K-1. The AF is fast, in a kind of abrupt, violent way, because of the short travel. Sometimes I have the impression that it's focusing so fast that it gets past the point of accurate focusing, and has to adjust a little to lock perfect focus.
The lens is light and easy to handle, but it extends a lot to reach the longes focal.
The build seems to be in line with other silver zooms of the same generation. Though it seems ... |
