P�l Jensen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >I believe the reason for the possible discontinuation of the FA 50/1.7 >is more likely due to the fact that the stock is sold out and that the >sales are so low that making new parts for new ones aren't viable >anymore. 50mm lenses stopped long time ago being standard lenses as >almost everyone have this focal lenght covered by a zoom. Prime lenses >in this range are nowadays mostly speciality lenses like macro or high >speed. The 50/1.4 fit this bill better. I don't think having both a >50/1.7 and a 1.4 is really neccessary in todays marketplace.
I agree 100%. Virtually anyone looking for a 50mm prime these days is going to be willing to spend the extra $50.00 for the f/1.4 lens. -- Mark Roberts Photography and writing www.robertstech.com
