Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
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Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
Roman Melihhov escribió: http://www.photozone.de/Reviews/Pentax%20Lens%20Tests/370-pentax-smc-da-200mm-f28-ed-if-sdm ^^^ CA is awful. For the lense I'd use for nature photography seeing purple fringe around tree branches is a big NO. AFAIK, that's not CA, it is purple fringing. Perhaps it has more to do with the sensor than with the lens. Carlos -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
http://www.photozone.de/Reviews/Pentax%20Lens%20Tests/370-pentax-smc-da-200mm-f28-ed-if-sdm ^^^ CA is awful. For the lense I'd use for nature photography seeing purple fringe around tree branches is a big NO. Just my 2¢ -- K100D Super, DA10-17mm, DA16-45mm, DA50-200mm, Dörr DStudio strobes roman.blakout.net http://roman.blakout.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
The lens shows great resolution and bokeh. In regard to the fringing, I'd like to see it compared to a lens that was designed for the smaller image circle, perhaps even the DA 50-200. While I haven't found a long lens that doesn't produce some fringe, it does seem to vary. I've noticed my A 400/5.6 is more prone to fringing than my DA 50-200. Perhaps because it's longer? I don't know. However, I think I'm going to want this lens. If you look at the full hi-res version of the shot they used as an example for the fringing, it's somewhat minimal and easy to fix with a selection and a color switch. Paul On Feb 17, 2008, at 7:41 AM, Carlos Royo wrote: Roman Melihhov escribió: http://www.photozone.de/Reviews/Pentax%20Lens%20Tests/370-pentax- smc-da-200mm-f28-ed-if-sdm ^^^ CA is awful. For the lense I'd use for nature photography seeing purple fringe around tree branches is a big NO. AFAIK, that's not CA, it is purple fringing. Perhaps it has more to do with the sensor than with the lens. Carlos -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
I have yet to find a lens that won't produce purple fringe when tree branches are shot against a white sky. I think it's a sensor thing. Paul On Feb 17, 2008, at 7:41 AM, Carlos Royo wrote: Roman Melihhov escribió: http://www.photozone.de/Reviews/Pentax%20Lens%20Tests/370-pentax- smc-da-200mm-f28-ed-if-sdm ^^^ CA is awful. For the lense I'd use for nature photography seeing purple fringe around tree branches is a big NO. AFAIK, that's not CA, it is purple fringing. Perhaps it has more to do with the sensor than with the lens. Carlos -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
- Original Message - From: Paul Stenquist Subject: Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8 The lens shows great resolution and bokeh. In regard to the fringing, I'd like to see it compared to a lens that was designed for the smaller image circle, perhaps even the DA 50-200. While I haven't found a long lens that doesn't produce some fringe, it does seem to vary. I've noticed my A 400/5.6 is more prone to fringing than my DA 50-200. Perhaps because it's longer? I don't know. However, I think I'm going to want this lens. If you look at the full hi-res version of the shot they used as an example for the fringing, it's somewhat minimal and easy to fix with a selection and a color switch. Thats a pretty extreme torture test of the system, not just the lens. It's not something one is likely to run into every picture. That sky is completely blown out, amd the branches are out of range as well. It looks good overall, though how it compares to 200/2.8 lenses from the other guys, I haven't a clue. That it is a full frame lens bodes well for those who dream in technicolour. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
Interesting to see whether the DA*300 is better. As I'm thinking of selling my FA300mm, I have a perverse interest in a poor review from Klaus!! Incidentally how many people use a telephoto for the pupose of photographing tree branches against the sky. Secondly what do they photograph instead when the leaves are out? Peter -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
- Original Message - From: Peter Fairweather Subject: Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8 Incidentally how many people use a telephoto for the pupose of photographing tree branches against the sky. Secondly what do they photograph instead when the leaves are out? What with the PDML and all keeping me busy, I don't take pictures any more. William Robb -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
What isnt't clear at all to me is if it is compatible with traditional AF or only with SDM. -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- Photo: K10D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... Thinkpad: X23+UB,X60+UB Programing: D7 user (trying out D2007) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
Since it appears to be a contrast thing, I would expect that a lens that manages to keep more contrast will have more fringing. I'm not saying that's a good thing but the lens capable of transmitting the higher contrast will appear sharper with certain subjects while the opposite will give less fringing in hight contrast situations. Now my optical analysis could be all wet. I only have anecdotal data... Paul Stenquist wrote: The lens shows great resolution and bokeh. In regard to the fringing, I'd like to see it compared to a lens that was designed for the smaller image circle, perhaps even the DA 50-200. While I haven't found a long lens that doesn't produce some fringe, it does seem to vary. I've noticed my A 400/5.6 is more prone to fringing than my DA 50-200. Perhaps because it's longer? I don't know. However, I think I'm going to want this lens. If you look at the full hi-res version of the shot they used as an example for the fringing, it's somewhat minimal and easy to fix with a selection and a color switch. Paul On Feb 17, 2008, at 7:41 AM, Carlos Royo wrote: Roman Melihhov escribió: http://www.photozone.de/Reviews/Pentax%20Lens%20Tests/370-pentax- smc-da-200mm-f28-ed-if-sdm ^^^ CA is awful. For the lense I'd use for nature photography seeing purple fringe around tree branches is a big NO. AFAIK, that's not CA, it is purple fringing. Perhaps it has more to do with the sensor than with the lens. Carlos -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions. -- I am personally a member of the Cream of the Illuminati. A union with the Bavarian Illuminati is contemplated. When it is complete the Bavarian Cream Illuminati will rule the world -- Anonymous -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
I notice that the Rending of Garments has already begun on the DP Review Pentax forum... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
I take what Klaus says with a bolder of salt. His reviews of lenses I have are often at odds with my experience. He worships at the alter of newness while disparaging the old. The FA 20-35mm f4 is a case in point his conclusions dismiss it due to it's old design and lack of zoom range. He finds the SMC Pentax 135 f 2.5 to unworthy because it's not a new design, though by his own tests it gives superior results if you use it properly. He even occasionally misidentifies sensor bloom as CA. True, he's better than Ken Rockwell but then who isn't? Peter Fairweather wrote: Interesting to see whether the DA*300 is better. As I'm thinking of selling my FA300mm, I have a perverse interest in a poor review from Klaus!! Incidentally how many people use a telephoto for the pupose of photographing tree branches against the sky. Secondly what do they photograph instead when the leaves are out? Peter -- I am personally a member of the Cream of the Illuminati. A union with the Bavarian Illuminati is contemplated. When it is complete the Bavarian Cream Illuminati will rule the world -- Anonymous -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
He probably couldn't test that since his K10D was upgraded. For Klaus yesterday is dead there's only today and tomorrow... Thibouille wrote: What isnt't clear at all to me is if it is compatible with traditional AF or only with SDM. -- I am personally a member of the Cream of the Illuminati. A union with the Bavarian Illuminati is contemplated. When it is complete the Bavarian Cream Illuminati will rule the world -- Anonymous -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
Well I asked him and got the answer: yes the traditional AF is still there and functional as confirmed by Pentax Germany. So we know... usable on a MZ-S/Z1-P :) -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- Photo: K10D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... Thinkpad: X23+UB,X60+UB Programing: D7 user (trying out D2007) -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
Re: Photozone test of the DA*200/2.8
On Sun, Feb 17, 2008 at 08:55:16PM +0100, Thibouille wrote: Well I asked him and got the answer: yes the traditional AF is still there and functional as confirmed by Pentax Germany. So we know... usable on a MZ-S/Z1-P :) -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille ... and a *ist D, or a DS, DL, K100, ... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
