Lense Reviews

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Canon definitely knows how to hook the consumer. If you have performed the research necessary to know the camera you seek, and it happens to be a Canon, you can bet a new lens or two or three will be in your future! And, why not? Canon has made lens transition seamless and simple. Moreover, given the cost of the camera, the low end incremental additions of wide converter and telephoto make your system relatively complete at a very reasonable cost. Do your research so you know what you're getting into!

I've recently purchased the Powershot A80 (an incredible little digital and highly recommended), a replacement for a Nikon digital. The A80's onboard lens brings landscape photography in at 38mm, but anyone who is shooting landscape knows, "the wider, the better." As a result, I purchased the wide converter (Canon product WC-DC52) to bring more picture into my landscape shots. The wide converter increases the angle from 38mm to 24.5mm, an exponential improvement, particularly for outdoor shots. And, all-in-all, the pricing is right, particularly if you shop it around a bit (however, Amazon has a great price). Further, the conversion adapter (see below), lens exchange is incredibly fast and elementary.

Net, net, if you're purchasing a Canon digital (low-to-mid range), spend the dough for the wide converter. You won't be sorry; a great investment.

NOTE: Make sure you purchase the Canon LA-DC52 Conversion Lens Adapter, which serves as the adapter for all compatible Canon lenses.

Not sure if you are ready for a full-blown SLR? This is the camera you need. From full auto mode, to completely manual, and everything in between. Easy to learn and use features that will give you every option you need to take professional looking photos. This kit is a best bet for anyone who loves to take pictures but is not satisfied with the results of the compact 35mm zooms.

Binoc, teles, range finders and cameras. All can benefit from one of these. Light and compact, sturdy and effective. Keep the prints off the lenses.

Received lens in new condition in a timely fashion. Pleased with purchase.

This screen is simply a MUST have for the PZ-1p Pentax Camera. The grid is laid out based on the "Rule of 3rds" and will help you when composing your shot. One of, if not THE best investments you can make to your PZ-1p!!

I picked my off a used shelf; a Collector had brought his entire collection in, one of every item made by Pentax, and sold it for pennies on the dollar. I pondered much before buying it at an outrageously reasonable price. Finally I said, "It's simply beautiful craftsmanship, only about 35 were made worldwide that year; I'll kick myself if I dont". The lens is designed for keeping straight lines straight, the opposite of fisheye and normal ultra wide angle. It does that. Actually, what I use mine for is caracatures; When used 2 inches in front of someones face, the results are unpredictable but usually humorous. It has internal filters, built in sunshield, and its own case.

This is one sharp, fast prime lens with great color, contrast, and lovely bokeh (character of the out of focus areas).

I find the 35mm focal length to be far more versatile than the 50mm traditionally recommended to beginning photographers. It's wide enough to be useful for scenics, and still long enough for environmental and half length portraits. Pentax's SMCP-FA 35/2 AL is a super example of what the 35mm focal length can offer.

I've been using FA 35/2 for over two years and, despite having added another six primes (all very good, btw) to my 35mm kit, I still expect this lens to have the longest legs of all.

If you prefer the virtues of primes over the convenience of zooms, this is a prime you owe yourself some time with.

Enjoy.

I went to Egypt the first in May 2001 with my 35-80mm lens and I thought it would do well in the museums. How wrong I was. 98% of all the pictures I took in the museum were literally fuzzy - camera shake!! To add to my woes, I used low speed film. I went back this time armed with a Pentax standard 50mm F1.4 lens and iso800 films (flash not allowed). The result: everything, from the dimmest areas, was sharp with a good colour balance, except the effect of tungsten and flourescent light on pictures I developed back home - which can be completely eradicted when you develop your indoor pictures in Egypt since they know exactly how to develop such pictures). I was delighted with the lens. It even gave me good pictures in the tombs!

The only 'disadvantage', is that the lens is too sharp and therefore if you do not focus very carefully, u will get a lot of blur (not camera shake). Yet, a bit of practice will sort this out.

It is a rare lens and therefore a must have for people who need to take pictures indoors without FLAH! Unfortunately, I did not have the relevant indoor colour balance filters. They are necessary for indoor pictures to reduce that greenish and orange effect.

I recommend this lens!