jgredline Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hi folks, This popped up in my local craigs list. Don't know if it is a good lens or not, but if anyone isinterested, I would be happy to pick it up and ship it to you. I will take a camera, lap top and test rightquick. Price seems good.http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/pho/754397069.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgredline Posted July 15, 2008 Author Share Posted July 15, 2008 In fact, here is the whole listing. http://losangeles.craigslist.org/search/sss?query=pentax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renatoa Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Avoid this, look for Pentax-A SMC 70-210/4. Like ebay 190236800665 or 350079308898. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shots worth sharing Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Renato: "look for Pentax-A SMC 70-210/4." Agree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgredline Posted July 15, 2008 Author Share Posted July 15, 2008 Thanks Guys....I had considered it for myself even though I did not need it, Now I am glad I did not get it...or that no member got it.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewg_ny Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Or in the original price range a SMC-A or -F 80-200 4.7-5.6 perhaps. Plasticky but light with good optics. I expect the A70-210/4 to go for twice that price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herman_lee Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hi Javier, I'm the owner of that lens, Takumar F 70-200mm :) I've been reading posts from this forum for almost a year and this seems a good Pentax forum also. Usually I join in DPreview or Pentax Forum under the name hermanlee/HermanLee Actually, I post this lens for sale in Pentax Forum as well. So, this is my first post in this forum :) Hi, everybody! I'm shooting w/K100D and many other lenses including some FA* & Limited. This Takumar F 70-200mm, I got it when I first start looking for old lenses for Pentax. It has served me well. I really like how light this lens is and the IQ is not so bad either. Too bad my K100D is in service right now because of the sensor is behaving. Several amazing glasses but no body.....so sad :( If you have more questions about this lens, pls feel free to ask. Hopefully I can learn more from this great Pentax community. Have fun and happy shooting :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hal_a Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hi folks, I'm just wondering why this lens is considered bad. Should we stay away from all Takumar lenses? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgredline Posted July 15, 2008 Author Share Posted July 15, 2008 So Herman, you live in Alhambra? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herman_lee Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hi Javier, Yes, I live in Alhambra. What city do you live in? If you'd like maybe we can meet sometime this week and you can try the lens if you'd like. It's good to know somebody in the area who also shoots w/Pentax since my friend mostly use Canon :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgredline Posted July 15, 2008 Author Share Posted July 15, 2008 Herman, Yes, I live in North Alhambra. How cool. My business is also in Alhambra....I know what you mean. We are surrounded by canikon folks all around us... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herman_lee Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Wow that's so cool. Good to know. Let me guess, do you have a printing business on Main St? Sorry if I'm wrong. It's just I think I had a client with similar name like you before :) I like North Alhambra. It's a very nice area and neighborhood. I live on south of Main St. If you're still curious about the lens, you can try it on your camera. No abligation to buy ;) Just shoot me an email where and when we can meet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garry_young1 Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 By the way, welcome Herman! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herman_lee Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 Thanks Garry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renatoa Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 Ali, back to topic. This lens is not recommended because is not SMC. The non coated Takumars are average lenses. Some SMC Takumars are classics, recommended even today. So, when you see a Tak, look also if it is multi coated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgredline Posted July 16, 2008 Author Share Posted July 16, 2008 Herman, No printing business, but a machine shop located on Raymond ave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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