Re: Opinions on standard zooms
On Monday, April 15, 2002, at 01:23 PM, Brendan wrote: DO NOT GET THAT SIGMA I have the 28-105 f2.8-4 and it optically is very poor, a better choice would be the cheaper 28-105 F4-5.6 sigma which is much better and cheaper. Heh, Brendan's 28-105 f2.8-4 makes lamp posts look like they're in Candyland on a hot summer day. -Aaron - 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 .
Re: Opinions on standard zooms
John Leonard wrote: ... I'm wondering whether that Sigma zoom is a bit too budget. Probably, yes. I'm tempted to replace it with a 28-105 internal-focussing (I just HATE that filter ring turning). Have considered Pentax, Sigma, Tokina and Tamron. I've been satisfied enough with the Tokina but its coating and flare resistance just suck. Pentax has been already covered. The Tamron and Sigma 28-105/4-5.6 are pretty good and inexpensive. Like the idea of faster lens, so Sigma 28-105 F2.8-4 very attractive, but Sigma again? Need to keep below 200 UK pounds (ideally). Forget it. It's a really bad lens. I've noticed that IF lenses seem to whirr more on focussing. Could the increased load on the camera auto-focus drive be a problem? IMO, no. I'm sure Pentax would say using anything but a Pentax lens might wreck the camera, but what is the truth? ... It doesn't matter in the slightest, as long as the lens fit properly. There has been some discussion about some Vivitar MF lenses getting stuck on AF Pentax Bodies but in my experience it didn't crop up. In modern AF cameras and lenses there may be some grade of incompatibility WRT electronic innards (i.e. misreading of aperture values and the like. Some Sigmas seem to have that, sometimes). Bottom line: if you want speed and quality go for an affordable set of second hand primes. Relatively fast and good quality zooms are pretty heavy and expensive. For a comparative chart I laid down some time ago you can check: http://space.tin.it/arte/flamin/28-105.html I can't check it right now but it should still be there. Ciao, Flavio - 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 .
Opinions on standard zooms
I have a Pentax MZ-5n which I use mostly with the Sigma 28-80 F3.5-5.6 Aspherical which I got with the camera. Photos seem to have less punch (particularly when the sun isn't shining) than ones I took on an MZ-50 with standard Pentax 28-70 lens. I'm wondering whether that Sigma zoom is a bit too budget. I'm tempted to replace it with a 28-105 internal-focussing (I just HATE that filter ring turning). Have considered Pentax, Sigma, Tokina and Tamron. Like the idea of faster lens, so Sigma 28-105 F2.8-4 very attractive, but Sigma again? Need to keep below 200 UK pounds (ideally). I've noticed that IF lenses seem to whirr more on focussing. Could the increased load on the camera auto-focus drive be a problem? I'm sure Pentax would say using anything but a Pentax lens might wreck the camera, but what is the truth? Thanks, John Leonard, Surrey, UK. - 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 .
Re: Opinions on standard zooms
From: John Leonard [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have a Pentax MZ-5n which I use mostly with the Sigma 28-80 F3.5-5.6 Aspherical which I got with the camera. Photos seem to have less punch John, Obviously, you are concerned with quality. Surprise your self and get any of the used single focal length lenses you can find. Zooms, while connivent, do not offer the quality of image that a standard will offer. If you want a quality zoom, prepare to spend large sums of money. Evaluate what focal lengths you use and get standard lenses of those focal lengths - AF or MF. I used quality zooms myself but returned to single focal length lenses - quality of image was the reason. Evaluate your needs and make your choice. Bob - 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 .
Re: Opinions on standard zooms
John wrote: JL I have a Pentax MZ-5n which I use mostly with the Sigma 28-80 F3.5-5.6 JL Aspherical which I got with the camera. Photos seem to have less punch JL (particularly when the sun isn't shining) than ones I took on an MZ-50 with JL standard Pentax 28-70 lens. No wonder. This particular lens (FA 28-70/4) has very good contrast. JL I'm wondering whether that Sigma zoom is a bit too budget. I'm tempted to JL replace it with a 28-105 internal-focussing (I just HATE that filter ring JL turning). Have considered Pentax, Sigma, Tokina and Tamron. Like the idea of JL faster lens, so Sigma 28-105 F2.8-4 very attractive, but Sigma again? Need JL to keep below 200 UK pounds (ideally). I heard the only good Sigma in this range is the 28-70/2.8. JL I've noticed that IF lenses seem to whirr more on focussing. Could the JL increased load on the camera auto-focus drive be a problem? This is likely due to the steep stroke rather than the load. IF by design moves less glass on shorter range, so it's supposed to put less strain on the AF motor. JL I'm sure Pentax JL would say using anything but a Pentax lens might wreck the camera, but what JL is the truth? The general consensus is that Pentax lenses have faster AF. The communication protocol between the lens and the body has a significant role, and at least Sigma hasn't licensed it. Servus, Alin - 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 .
Re: Opinions on standard zooms
In a message dated 4/15/2002 2:39:57 AM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have a Pentax MZ-5n which I use mostly with the Sigma 28-80 F3.5-5.6 Aspherical which I got with the camera. Photos seem to have less punch (particularly when the sun isn't shining) than ones I took on an MZ-50 with standard Pentax 28-70 lens. I'm wondering whether that Sigma zoom is a bit too budget. And when you use the Pentax lens on the -5n, how do those results compare? ERNR My photographs hang on the virtual walls at http://members.aol.com/ernreed - 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 .
Re: Opinions on standard zooms
The following Pentax zooms will fit your budget and are highly regarded: FA 28-70 f4 FA Power Zoom 28-105 f4-5.6 (but try it first, as it is a heavy lens, some feel too heavy on an MZ/ZX body) FA 24-90 (new, and every zoom user seems to want one) You might also look for: FA 28-105 f3.2-4.5? (This is new, and not yet available in the U.S. so I can't give you a review. There's also an FA 28-105 made by Tamron. Avoid that. You'll know the Tamron by the 62 mm. filter thread. The new Pentax has a 58 mm. thread.) Some of these might be available used from KEH. 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 .
Re: Opinions on standard zooms
DO NOT GET THAT SIGMA I have the 28-105 f2.8-4 and it optically is very poor, a better choice would be the cheaper 28-105 F4-5.6 sigma which is much better and cheaper. --- John Leonard [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have a Pentax MZ-5n which I use mostly with the Sigma 28-80 F3.5-5.6 Aspherical which I got with the camera. Photos seem to have less punch (particularly when the sun isn't shining) than ones I took on an MZ-50 with standard Pentax 28-70 lens. I'm wondering whether that Sigma zoom is a bit too budget. I'm tempted to replace it with a 28-105 internal-focussing (I just HATE that filter ring turning). Have considered Pentax, Sigma, Tokina and Tamron. Like the idea of faster lens, so Sigma 28-105 F2.8-4 very attractive, but Sigma again? Need to keep below 200 UK pounds (ideally). I've noticed that IF lenses seem to whirr more on focussing. Could the increased load on the camera auto-focus drive be a problem? I'm sure Pentax would say using anything but a Pentax lens might wreck the camera, but what is the truth? Thanks, John Leonard, Surrey, UK. - 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 . __ Find, Connect Date! http://personals.yahoo.ca - 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 .
