It went out of production a couple of years ago. It was pretty well regarded - sharp images, well built. You might still find a new one somewhere, or check KEH. I had one, but sold it for the following reasons:
1. Lack of close focus. 2. Not as contrasty as Pentax lenses. 3. Images seemed actually less sharp than the basic F 35-80 that it replaced. 4. Poor flare control. Sill, for the price it was a good lens. Still would be. Joe - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
