Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
On Wed, 31 Jan 2007, William Robb wrote: Cute brunette with a black eye today. And the other one? Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
On Wed, 31 Jan 2007, William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: Godfrey DiGiorgi Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd Bastards at Don's Photo are worse than this list. They stuck a 70mm in front of me today. And sure enough, it's still there as we speak :-) Enjoy! Kostas -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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I haven't used any other 85mm than the M f2.0 but I find it to be a wonderful lens on the D and Ds. One just sold on e-bay for not much more than a couple hundred dollars. A bargain IMHO. J and K Messervy wrote: I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- -- The more I know of men, the more I like my dog. -- Anne Louise Germaine de Stael -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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I had the M85/2 ... It was very nice but I replaced it with the FA77 Limited. I've since replaced that with the DA70 Limited, and am very happy having done so. The shorter focal length is more to my liking, the lighter weight and smaller size too. The FA77 is excellent, but if you can't find one and you're buying it for the DSLR, there's absolutely nothing wrong with the DA70 .. and the imaging quality is virtually identical. Only difference is .7 stops in maximum aperture. Godfrey On Jan 31, 2007, at 5:09 PM, P. J. Alling wrote: I haven't used any other 85mm than the M f2.0 but I find it to be a wonderful lens on the D and Ds. One just sold on e-bay for not much more than a couple hundred dollars. A bargain IMHO. J and K Messervy wrote: I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- -- The more I know of men, the more I like my dog. -- Anne Louise Germaine de Stael -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
- Original Message - From: Godfrey DiGiorgi Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd I had the M85/2 ... It was very nice but I replaced it with the FA77 Limited. I've since replaced that with the DA70 Limited, and am very happy having done so. The shorter focal length is more to my liking, the lighter weight and smaller size too. The FA77 is excellent, but if you can't find one and you're buying it for the DSLR, there's absolutely nothing wrong with the DA70 .. and the imaging quality is virtually identical. Only difference is .7 stops in maximum aperture. Bastards at Don's Photo are worse than this list. They stuck a 70mm in front of me today. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
On 1/31/07, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bastards at Don's Photo are worse than this list. They stuck a 70mm in front of me today. The salesmen fight over who gets to wait on you, don't they Bill? -- Scott Loveless http://www.twosixteen.com Shoot more film! -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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- Original Message - From: Scott Loveless Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd They stuck a 70mm in front of me today. The salesmen fight over who gets to wait on you, don't they Bill? Cute brunette with a black eye today. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: 77mm f1.8 ltd
James Both the 1.8/77mm and the 1.8/85mm are excellent - well, better than excellent, actually. If you are photographing children, choose the 77mm with AF. BTW: The FA 1.4/50mm is an affardable and excellent alternative, I believe! You might consider this! Jens Bladt Nytarkort / Greeting Card: http://www.jensbladt.dk/godtnytaar2007/lydshow.html http://www.jensbladt.dk +45 56 63 77 11 +45 23 43 85 77 Skype: jensbladt248 -Oprindelig meddelelse- Fra: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] vegne af J and K Messervy Sendt: 28. januar 2007 01:04 Til: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Emne: 77mm f1.8 ltd I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.12/654 - Release Date: 01/27/2007 17:02 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.432 / Virus Database: 268.17.18/662 - Release Date: 01/31/2007 15:16 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: 77mm f1.8 ltd
Do you have more lenses for sale ;-) Tim Mostly harmless (just plain Norwegian) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of William Robb Sent: 28. januar 2007 23:18 To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd - Original Message - From: David J Brooks Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd I ordered one back in early December. Not holding my breath. Damn. All the interest in this lens all of a sudden. I sold my silver one a year and a half ago to a list member who, as of yet, hasn't bothered to pay me for it. Sigh. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
On 28/1/07, Mike Hamilton, discombobulated, unleashed: I ordered my black one through McBain camera (my local dealer) That in Sweetwater ? Nope, that's in Edmonton, Alberta. www.mcbaincamera.com Damn, that sure sounds like just the sorta store ol McBain woulda setup right after he opened the station. Course, he's dead and all, but heck. I can just imagine ol Harmonica sat out on the porch, playin away there, with an ol Spottie round his neckthat or a noose nyeh yeh nyeh... Lol... sounds like I'm missin' out on a joke here... One of my favourite films. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Once_Upon_a_Time_in_the_West -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2007/01/28 Sun PM 10:17:50 GMT To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List pdml@pdml.net Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd - Original Message - From: David J Brooks Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd I ordered one back in early December. Not holding my breath. Damn. All the interest in this lens all of a sudden. I sold my silver one a year and a half ago to a list member who, as of yet, hasn't bothered to pay me for it. Sigh. Get it back. I'm a good payer. - Email sent from www.ntlworld.com Virus-checked using McAfee(R) Software Visit www.ntlworld.com/security for more information -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
- Original Message - From: mike wilson Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd Get it back. I'm a good payer. Been trying that for a few months now. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
I ordered one back in early December. Not holding my breath. Dave On 1/28/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The FA77/1.8 Limited is a delightful lens and if you want compatibility to a 35mm SLR as well, it's the natural choice. I sold mine and replaced it with the DA70/2.4 Limited. Between the DA70 and the FA77, there is little to no difference in sharpness (wide open or stopped down), contrast, or the quality of the out of focus rendering. It's smaller and lighter ... remarkably, quite a lot so. There's a little more corner falloff wide open, but by f/4-f/5.6 that is all gone. The Quickshift focusing feature is why I made the change: it proves to be very very handy to me. And the shorter focal length is more convenient and useful with the 16x24mm format. I'm very happy I had the FA77 ... it's a great lens ... and I'm equally very happy I traded it off for the DA70 ... I'm only ever going to work with the Pentax DSLR range and this lens is more suitable for that. G On Jan 27, 2007, at 4:04 PM, J and K Messervy wrote: I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd
- Original Message - From: David J Brooks Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd I ordered one back in early December. Not holding my breath. Damn. All the interest in this lens all of a sudden. I sold my silver one a year and a half ago to a list member who, as of yet, hasn't bothered to pay me for it. Sigh. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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On 1/28/07, David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I ordered one back in early December. Not holding my breath. Dave I ordered my black one through McBain camera (my local dealer) in early September, and it arrived about 5 weeks later. Yours will come! -- Cheers, [EMAIL PROTECTED] MichaelHamilton.ca -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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On 28/1/07, Mike Hamilton, discombobulated, unleashed: I ordered my black one through McBain camera (my local dealer) That in Sweetwater ? -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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On 1/28/07, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 28/1/07, Mike Hamilton, discombobulated, unleashed: I ordered my black one through McBain camera (my local dealer) That in Sweetwater ? Nope, that's in Edmonton, Alberta. www.mcbaincamera.com -- Cheers, [EMAIL PROTECTED] MichaelHamilton.ca -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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I ordered my black one through McBain camera (my local dealer) That in Sweetwater ? Nope, that's in Edmonton, Alberta. www.mcbaincamera.com Damn, that sure sounds like just the sorta store ol McBain woulda setup right after he opened the station. Course, he's dead and all, but heck. I can just imagine ol Harmonica sat out on the porch, playin away there, with an ol Spottie round his neckthat or a noose nyeh yeh nyeh... -- Cheers, Cotty ___/\__ || (O) | People, Places, Pastiche ||=|http://www.cottysnaps.com _ -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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Bummer Bill. Dave On 1/28/07, William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: David J Brooks Subject: Re: 77mm f1.8 ltd I ordered one back in early December. Not holding my breath. Damn. All the interest in this lens all of a sudden. I sold my silver one a year and a half ago to a list member who, as of yet, hasn't bothered to pay me for it. Sigh. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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Seven weeks and counting.:-) I view this as like buying a stock. Not gonna look.:-) When i ordered mine, the store had 5 on BO. He showed me the scrteen and several other stores in the chain had a few on BO. Hopefully, soon. Dave On 1/28/07, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 1/28/07, David J Brooks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I ordered one back in early December. Not holding my breath. Dave I ordered my black one through McBain camera (my local dealer) in early September, and it arrived about 5 weeks later. Yours will come! -- Cheers, [EMAIL PROTECTED] MichaelHamilton.ca -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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On 1/28/07, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I ordered my black one through McBain camera (my local dealer) That in Sweetwater ? Nope, that's in Edmonton, Alberta. www.mcbaincamera.com Damn, that sure sounds like just the sorta store ol McBain woulda setup right after he opened the station. Course, he's dead and all, but heck. I can just imagine ol Harmonica sat out on the porch, playin away there, with an ol Spottie round his neckthat or a noose nyeh yeh nyeh... Lol... sounds like I'm missin' out on a joke here... -- -- Cheers, [EMAIL PROTECTED] MichaelHamilton.ca -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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You had to be there.:-) Dave On 1/28/07, Mike Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 1/28/07, Cotty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I ordered my black one through McBain camera (my local dealer) That in Sweetwater ? Nope, that's in Edmonton, Alberta. www.mcbaincamera.com Damn, that sure sounds like just the sorta store ol McBain woulda setup right after he opened the station. Course, he's dead and all, but heck. I can just imagine ol Harmonica sat out on the porch, playin away there, with an ol Spottie round his neckthat or a noose nyeh yeh nyeh... Lol... sounds like I'm missin' out on a joke here... -- -- Cheers, [EMAIL PROTECTED] MichaelHamilton.ca -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- Equine Photography www.caughtinmotion.com Ontario Canada -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
77mm f1.8 ltd
I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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There is a shortage of the FA 77 now due to rebates and the K series introductions. But I would guess that tthey'll soon be available again. If I wanted one, I'd go to BH and click notify when available. That has always worked for me. Paul On Jan 27, 2007, at 7:04 PM, J and K Messervy wrote: I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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You can always try ebay and KEH's used department, though they are rare there as well. Amita On 1/27/07, J and K Messervy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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On Sun, 28 Jan 2007 11:32:18 +0900 David Savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 1/28/07, J and K Messervy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. I just send an email to my camera store and wait for the lens to arrive. I ordered a new lens in early December I'm still waiting for it to arrive. (Admittedly the average wait is usually 3-4 weeks) It's just one of those things that Aussie Pentax users have to put up with. hi dave, it actually gets a little better here. though one actually sees hoardings/billboards advertising pentax cameras nowadays which *is* an unusual thing, it's been a month since i asked the seller here about an DFA 100/2.8 macro. he was going to get back to me within a week, but i still don't know its price, not even whether it's available...i am now scouting the used lens market :) regards, subash -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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On 1/28/07, J and K Messervy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. I just send an email to my camera store and wait for the lens to arrive. I ordered a new lens in early December I'm still waiting for it to arrive. (Admittedly the average wait is usually 3-4 weeks) It's just one of those things that Aussie Pentax users have to put up with. Cheers Dave -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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The FA77/1.8 Limited is a delightful lens and if you want compatibility to a 35mm SLR as well, it's the natural choice. I sold mine and replaced it with the DA70/2.4 Limited. Between the DA70 and the FA77, there is little to no difference in sharpness (wide open or stopped down), contrast, or the quality of the out of focus rendering. It's smaller and lighter ... remarkably, quite a lot so. There's a little more corner falloff wide open, but by f/4-f/5.6 that is all gone. The Quickshift focusing feature is why I made the change: it proves to be very very handy to me. And the shorter focal length is more convenient and useful with the 16x24mm format. I'm very happy I had the FA77 ... it's a great lens ... and I'm equally very happy I traded it off for the DA70 ... I'm only ever going to work with the Pentax DSLR range and this lens is more suitable for that. G On Jan 27, 2007, at 4:04 PM, J and K Messervy wrote: I've heard nothing but praise for this lens and have to say that the sample pics I've seen taken with it are lovely. I'm doing more portraits (mainly of my kids) lately and am also considering doing my first wedding this year, so a fast, short telephoto is something I'd love to get. The problem seems to be that finding a 77 ltd (let alone affording one) appears quite difficult. I gather that Pentax is not keeping up with demand. From what I've seen of the DA70 ltd, I'd prefer the 77, for that extra speed and its reputation. Are they as hard to find as my web searching leads me to believe? Another option may be an old 85 1.8, but they're few and far between and also quite expensive when they do turn up. Any suggestions? James -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
