Hi Shel, I don't own the 31 ltd, so I can't really compare. The FA 35/2 comes with a good reputation for sharpness, and its labeled the same as the limited with the "AL" suffix. The limited lens is much prettier and probably better built, but it sells for nearly three times the price of the 35/2. Perhaps someone who owns both will do a comparison. In 28mm, there is an FA 28/2.8. That lens isn't on my shopping list. I have the K 28/3.5, which is a very nice lens and almost as fast. I also have the M 35/2, but I wanted an autofocus lens with a "normal" fov, and if reputations mean anything, the FA seems to be considered optically superior to the M. In any case, I'm sure it will be quite adequate.I might keep the rather diminutive M35/2 because it looks great on my MX :-). Paul
> Hi Paul, > > Glad to learn that you got the lens you want. > > I'm curious about this particular optic. It seems to be quite desirable. > Apart from the focal length, how might it compare with the 31mm Ltd, which > also seems to make Pentax users sit up and take notice? It would seem that > these are lenses that might stand comparison. > > Does Pentax make a 28mm lens these days? > > Shel > > > > [Original Message] > > From: <pnstenquist > > > Yes, the unavailable FA 35/2 is available at B&H for about $50 less than > recent used prices on ebay. Mine ships tonight. > > Paul > >
