Interesting results. I was surprised to see that the 12-24 shows slightly higher resolution at f4 and f5.6. In fact,the 12-24 at its optimum aperture shows higher resolution than the 14/2.8 at its optimum . Although with both lenses at f8, the DA14 shows a bit of an advantage. Paul -------------- Original message ---------------------- From: Godfrey DiGiorgi <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Klaus has tested both the Pentax DA14 and DA12-24 lenses now: > > http://www.photozone.de/8Reviews/lenses/pentax_1224_4/index.htm > http://www.photozone.de/8Reviews/lenses/pentax_14_28/index.htm > > Klaus' formal bench testing matches my informal testing impressions > almost exactly. > > Summary: both are excellent. The DA14 shows slightly less barrel > distortion, slightly better chromatic aberration control, and > slightly higher resolution at its peak performance lens opening. > > The differences are small. Which lens you choose should be based on > your particular needs and desires, plus price/size/weight > considerations. > > I'm still happy with the 14mm. ;-) > > Godfrey > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > [email protected] > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
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