Alan, Thanks for the info. I often wondered if it would fit because of the snout on it. If it is anything like the 1.4X-L it should be quite good. That FA *200/2.8 is one of the best lenses I have ever purchased!
Bruce Monday, September 30, 2002, 2:55:14 PM, you wrote: AC> Don't think it's useful on your decision making, but the Pentax Japan web AC> site mentioned the A2X-L is the perfect match for this FA*200/2.8. AC> regards, AC> Alan Chan >> Over the last two weekends, I have been using and comparing my A >> 400/5.6 lens to my FA *200/2.8 using a 1.5XL Converter and a Tamron 2X >> AF converter. The obvious advantage to the 200 package is mobility. I >> have that lens with me anyway and the size and weight of converter >> isn't too much. Also I get to retain AF with the converter and the >> 200 where the 400mm is a manual focus lens. >> >> I think that the images shot with the 200+Tamron 2X lose some contrast >> and possibly some edge sharpness (isn't hurting the shots I am taking) >> compared to the 400. With the 1.5XL I don't see any obvious >> differences. >> >> My dilemma is this - I rarely carry the 400 - has it's own round >> tubular case with carrying strap. I almost always opt for the 200 and >> converters. That all fits in my normal carrying case. I haven't >> found a great need for the 400mm but am a little hesitant to sell it. >> I could really use a new Quantum QFlash T2 and the money from the 400 >> would help towards that end. >> >> So are there any opinions on the list as to hanging onto this lens vs. >> selling or any interested parties?
