Hi,
I've used FAJ 18-35 with my Z-1p. Not a top lens, but works well for the
money (come on, it's dirt cheap - I paid ~150USD for it new). Use closed
down to f8 diaphragm and original sunshade and it works OK.
I've also found, that good polarizer also enhances this lens quite a bit.
BR, Margus
Scott Loveless wrote:
Howdy, gang! I actually have something to say that's on topic for
once. (Go figure.) As most of you know, Pentax introduced the FA J
series around the same time they released the *ist (film version, just
to alleviate confusion), with the intention that the FA J 28-80 would
be the *ist's 'kit lens'. After handling this lens in a local camera
shop I opted to buy the FA 28-90 with my *ist simply because it felt
better. I also kept in mind that mounting the FA J on my K1000 would
be fruitless. (My logic is often faulty, so don't berate me too much
for this course of action, please.) As it turns out, I have never
taken any photographs using the K1000 or the MX and the FA 28-90. I
have since then purchased a second hand F 80-200 which sees use
exclusively on the *ist. I might as well be using an entirely
different system for my zoom lens work.
This brings me back to the FA J. Why not pick up the newer 18-35?
Stan's is devoid of reviews on the FA J series. Do any of you have
experience using the FA J series in general or the FA J 18-35
specifically? If so, what are your thoughts?
