I've had an SMCP-M28/2.8 for about 20 years, used it a great deal, and have generally been happy with the results. It does have a lot of the "look" of the SMCP-M50/1.4, although I don't think it is as sharp at wider apertures. Still highly acceptable, though. Lots of stuff I've shot with it has been published.
I really like its very compact size and often have it on a Super Program as an alternative to packing a rangefinder. My only complaint is that with a very small number of shots taken directly into the sun I have seen more ghosting than is usually the case with Pentax lenses. A couple of years ago I did a direct comparision between the 28/2.8 and a K 28/3.5. Both were at infinity, on a tripod with an MLU body. The K lens was slightly sharper in the corners wide open, with tree tops at a distance of about 400 feet as the point of comparison. Closed down to f/4 I could see no difference (at 30x magnification). The two were equally sharp in the center. I haven't done systematic testing at closer distances. Anyhow, the M 28/2.8 is cheap enough that you can give it a try without breaking the bank. Hope this helps. John Poirier ----- Original Message ----- From: "Mike Johnston" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: February 22, 2003 9:12 PM Subject: Advisor Needs Advice-- > Okay, all you SMCP-M shooters-- > > Given that I love the look of the SMCP-M 50mm f/1.4, am I gonna like the > look of the 28mm f/2.8? > > Let me know what you think if you have or know the 28mm-- > > --Mike > >
