Don't be so sure about that. The SMCP (K)135/2.5 [Not the Takumar K 135/2.5 that G was futzing with] is a mighty fine lens, and it wouldn't surprise me in the least that it will compare favorably with the FA135, although I would think that, being a newer design, the FA would be expected to shine.
Shel > [Original Message] > From: P. J. Alling > Oooh, bad comparison, of course the FA135 will come out on top. The > K135 f2.5. is a different beast altogether. > > Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: > > > I have the FA135; I haven't noticed anything specific in terms of > > blooming problems, using it with the DS. Can you post a couple of > > example photos? I'm curious to know what you are seeing. > > > > I did some casual comparison tests, comparing the FA135/2.8 against > > the Takumar K-bayonet 135/2.5 ... see > > http://homepage.mac.com/godders/135cmp/ . At that time, I also took > > shots for comparison against the Pentax A70-210/4 Macro set to 135mm. > > It was the clear winner on sharpness and lack of flare against either > > of those. > > > > I'd be interested to know how your K135/2.5 compares.
