The 77mm on an ist-D is a very nice combo.
With respect to the K 85/1.8, I sold mine to help pay for the Limiteds.
In retrospect, if I had to choose between the 85/1.8 and the 77mm, I
wouldn't choose. I would beg/borrow/find some funds to be able to have
both. If I really really had to choose, I would go with the 77mm.
Stan
I don't really feel like springing for the FA 85mm (and it's
backordered
anyway). Can anyone suggest an alternative lens or focal length or
whatever? I'd love to hear what works for different people.
A*85mm f/1.4 of course!
An excellent choice - it's sharp and versatile - it's only real
drawback is
that it's a bit on the large size (but compared to the FA* 85/1.4,
it's
not).
An elegant and effective alternative would be the K 85/1.8.
Fred
On Jun 4, 2005, at 7:45 AM, Cotty wrote:
Actually Fred, in retrospect, if I had an *ist Ds, and wanted a nice
street lens in a longer focal length, I wouldn't hesitate. I was *very*
impressed when I saw Stan Halpin's black 77mm Ltd on his Ds. That was a
beautiful combo.
That would be my vote *in this instance*.
Although if you asked me to choose between the two, it would have to be
the 85.
Cheers,
Cotty
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