Hi, The VS1 is a sweet lens. Close focus to three feet. The K mount version is great regarding flare as it is VMC (Vivitar Multi Coated), the M42 version is not VMC. Optical and build quality are second to none. It is probably actually a little faster than 2.3. Steve Larson Redondo Beach, California "Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film."
----- Original Message ----- From: "adfoto" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2003 2:05 AM Subject: comments wanted on the vivitar S1 135mm 2.3 > is this a good lens > how is its flare control > distortion and optical quality > how does it compare to 135mm pentaxes > how about other 135mm lens of today? > which is the best pentax 135mm > > thanks > >