Pentax Takumar 135 f2.5

It seems to be not so bad. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=1380877787

Re: seek comment on SMC K 45-125 f4

Ho do it compared with A 70-210 f4 or A 35-105 f3.5. *** A great zoom, good contrast and definition at full aperture (a rare occurence) and very good to excellent thereafter. This is from a test in Camerart (a japanese magazine published in english).

FA 135/2.8 vs FA 100/3.5

I may choose one of them for travelling purpose because they fit my budget. I know 135/2.8 is the winner in terms of built quality. But which one is better in optical performance? Please advise. sy

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Re: sigma 70-300mm 4-5.6 DL macro lens

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SMC Reflex Zoom

I have just read an article for the introduction of a super rare SMC Reflex Zoom 600-800mm. The photo samples shows that it seems to be an excellent lens for flower photo. Any list member owns this lens? Is it the only reflex zoom in the world? - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List.

Re: favorite walk around equipment?

Hi I had the Z1P, K 28/3.5 and F 50/1.4 in my walk around trip in UK several months ago (Scotland and England). - 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

favorite non-Pentax K mount lens?

Hi What is your favorite non-Pentax K mount lens? I vote for Sears 135/2.8 with macro. - 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: Jupitar-9 2/85mm lens

I have recently taken some photos by this lens (mostly at f/8). It is a latest MC version and give a sharp image (in my personal view). But I don't know whether it is little soft at wider aperture (it would be right if you compare it with some highly regarded 85mm lens). I think it may be a good

Money refund

Recently, I have ordered a used Pentax SMC F (not FA) 50/1.7 for US$75 because the seller said it is in like new condition. But when I received and inspected it, I found there are some minor scratches on the rear lens surface. After I 'reported' the real condition of lens to the seller, he said I

FA 50mm f/1.4 vs. 50mm f/1.7

Dear all I propose to buy a 50mm lens for general purpose. Would you give me any opinion on the f/1.4 and f/1.7 lens? In reality, I seldom use the aperture larger than f/2.0. So the f/1.4 and f/1.7 have no difference for me. Rather, I wish to choose an optically good lens. Frankie - This

Remove dirt

Hi Would you please tell me how to remove the tightly attached dirt without affecting the coating on FA lens surface? Thanks! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Visit the PUG at http://pug.komkon.org.