I'm with you Arnold... But let's keep it our little secret and we can pick up another 85F2 when someone reads the negative posts, believes them and sells the lens for half of what it's worth......LOL.. Vic
In a message dated 5/30/03 3:58:48 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >.... in the areas just beyond the depth-of-field. Ideal for portraiture, > >indoors or out" > >I found this official Pentax statement today in a "Asahi Pentax Lenses > >and Accessories" booklet (06771) of the late 70s or early 80s.... > >This statement nicely explains why some bash this lens while others >treasure it. Or why this lens seems to be somewhat soft wide open, >especially with subjects that are not flat like a sheet of paper. Or why > >it still produces sufficient contrast and high resolution IN the >depth-of-field. Or why I produced some of my most beautiful portraits >with this lens. > >Arnold
