| Latest Review Posted | HD Pentax-DA 560mm F5.6 ED AW
After doing tons of research and meeting up with Murray to try out his copy, I sprung for this lens the other year. The build quality is fantastic, yet the lens is still lightweight. I shoot in manual focus, so when asked to test the AF capabilities paired with the 1.4x TC, I wasn't expecting it to be so quiet.
The physical length of the lens is not to be ignored; it's 1 inch too long to be taken as a carry-on. Add a nice padded backpack and you're in a bit of a dilemma. Due to the size, handholding is not really an option. The minimum focusing distance can also be a bit tricky to work with as it's just over 18'. It's a fantastic lens that produces sharp images with fantastic bokeh, but not meant for someone who's looking for portability. |
