> Finally, the question: can anyone recommend a reasonably fast (f2.8-4) > manual focus zoom lens (say 35-105mm), available secondhand and not costing > the earth? Alternatively, can you recommend a short telephoto that might fit > the bill? > > Andy Phillips
Andy, Guess that depends on what the earth is going for these days. You can find some 35-105 3.5 Pentax A series lenses for around $150 US or maybe a 45-125 F4 for under $100 US. There are quite a few good short zooms made by Vivitar(Series 1 are the best), and Tamron, oh and I guess Tokina. You can find any of those for $150 US or less. Would a 70-200 be too much. There are some good 70-200 F4 lenses for $130 or less. If you are looking at the faster glass, chances are you will have a good lens. Any 2.8 - 4 type lens will give good results, most of the time. HTH Dave -- David Spaulding Photographer http://d.spaulding.tripod.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 .
