I am ~assuming~ that you are talking about the A* 200mm f4 macro (not the new FA*). The A* version comes up rarely on e-bay and they seem to sell for around $850 U.S. That is aproximately what I paid for mine in like-new condition with a soft case and a B+W UV filter attached. Mind you, though, that my high bid was a good bit higher than that, and I gladly would have paid more. This is because I specifically wanted the manual focus version for its tactile finess. Keep in mind that B&H photo advertises the new FA* version for about $1,350.
(http://www01.bhphotovideo.com/default.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=ProductActivator__Aproductlist_html___222164___PE2004MFA___REG___CatID=0___SID=EA67B1DD1A0) Take this into consideration when making your decision. They are ~not~ optically identical, and I have no idea how the FA* compares to the A*. Also keep in mind that the A* version is not often available, so if you are a fan of the A series lenses, sieze the moment! Hope this helps. -Jonathan- > Hi, > > I have the chance to get a 200 f/4 macro lens, but I > have no clue what a > reasonable > price for this lens is. Can anyone help? > > Frank Find the one for you at Yahoo! Personals http://personals.yahoo.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
