I still have one lens for sale: Pentax 100mm f/2.8 Macro

[spiraleyes]

Pentax D FA 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens for Pentax and Samsung Digital SLR Cameras
As close to new as possible! $375.00 SHIPPED(Priority Mail, Insured)

I purchased this lens new two months ago and it has been mounted only once. This ultra sharp true macro lens will allow you to focus close up. The lens was purchased from an Authorized Pentax dealer and the warranty has not yet been filled out. I am selling the lens because I have decided to switch to Canon. Don't pass up the chance to own this excellent lens at a great price!

From Amazon.com:

Product Features

* Made By: PENTAX IMAGING COMPANY
* Model Number: 21520
* See Description

Technical Details

* Focal length: 100mm
* Maximum aperture: f/2.8
* Lens construction: 9 elements in 8 groups
* Diaphragm: Fully automatic
* Angle of view: 24.5 degrees
* Diaphragm blades: 8
* Minimum aperture: f/32
* Metering: TTL open-aperture metering
* Minimum focusing distance: 11.93 inches
* Macro magnification ratio: 1x
* Filter diameter: 49mm
* AF mount: Pentax and Samsung
* Dimensions: 2.7 inches in diameter
* Weight: Information not available
* Lens hood: PH-RBC 49mm (included)

Need to get super close when photographing subjects? Turn to this Pentax P-D FA 100mm f/2.8 macro lens. Designed specifically for Pentax and Samsung digital SLR cameras, the lens positions its curved optical elements to virtually eliminate flare and ghosting to create clear, high-quality images. The versatile lens also offers Pentax's acclaimed multilayer coating to lower surface reflection and reduce ultraviolet rays. Also functional as a telephoto lens.

Product Description
The PENTAX smc P-D FA 100mm F2.8 macro is designed specifically for digital cameras. It utilizes curvature and positioning of optical elements to virtually eliminate flare and ghosting for clear, high-quality images particularly important to digital photography. This versatile lens can also be used a telephoto lens and features our acclaimed multi-layer coating to lower surface reflection, reduce ultraviolet rays, and deliver clear, high-contrast images.

I took these shots the only time I actually used the lens:

[blazing fire]

i think this should be under "free classifieds"

[spiraleyes]

Sale Pending

i think this should be under "free classifieds"

I considered putting it in there, but the classifieds on this site are very jumbled and confusing. Unless a buyer knows exactly what they are looking for, it's difficult to find anything there. The Pentax forum makes the most sense, imo.

[spiraleyes]

This lens is sold!

[blazing fire]

Sale Pending



I considered putting it in there, but the classifieds on this site are very jumbled and confusing. Unless a buyer knows exactly what they are looking for, it's difficult to find anything there. The Pentax forum makes the most sense, imo.

That i agree. Perhaps we should petition for a change of layout

Anyway, congrats on your successful transaction!

[PeteE]

Cograts Jim, I am sure the buyer will be very happy with that lens.

Be sure to post some pictures with your new camera and lens.

I have always enjoyed the pictures you have posted here.

My son has the same exact lens that you sold and is pleased with it.

[spiraleyes]

Cograts Jim, I am sure the buyer will be very happy with that lens.

Be sure to post some pictures with your new camera and lens.

I have always enjoyed the pictures you have posted here.

My son has the same exact lens that you sold and is pleased with it.

Thanks for the positive feedback on my pictures!

I really wish I would have had some time to use the macro lens. I'll most likely pick up another one in the next few months.

All the new pics I post will be in the Canon subforum:eek6:

[ken1953]

Actually, we are not opposed to people selling in the forums as long as it doesn't become an issue. PR started the Free Classifieds forum and it does get a bit of a following, but sometimes, as in Jims case, where he was selling to a select clientele, Pentaxians, I felt it was well suited to this forum and would give him his best outlet for reaching Pentax interested people and give our readers an excellent opportunity to get some fine gear.

However, as always, I will follow each of these situations and evaluate each on their own merit. And if we start getting an excessive number, I will start moving them to the "Free Classifieds" forum.

[snoid]

And besides............It worked!
I know I'm looking forward to playing with this gem.
Happy too, that I could get a deal while helping out another forum denizen.
i've rarely looked in the resale forum.
Thanks for offering it here Spiraleyes.
Thanks for allowing it Ken.
Ken? would it be possible from your end to just link off to the proper sales forum from within the OEM forums?

[spiraleyes]

Actually, we are not opposed to people selling in the forums as long as it doesn't become an issue. PR started the Free Classifieds forum and it does get a bit of a following, but sometimes, as in Jims case, where he was selling to a select clientele, Pentaxians, I felt it was well suited to this forum and would give him his best outlet for reaching Pentax interested people and give our readers an excellent opportunity to get some fine gear.

However, as always, I will follow each of these situations and evaluate each on their own merit. And if we start getting an excessive number, I will start moving them to the "Free Classifieds" forum.

Thanks, Ken! :thumbsup:

[ken1953]

Ken? would it be possible from your end to just link off to the proper sales forum from within the OEM forums?

Hi Snoid...not sure what you mean there. But, for example, if YOU wanted to say post something in the "FREE CLASSIFIEDS" forum and then link a message here (or an appropriate OEM forum), I don't see why that wouldn't be proper.
However, I wouldn't post it in more than one forum, then you would be starting to spam and that would be frowned upon. Of course, sometimes, you may want to post something in the VF forum since it gets the majority of users. As you may recall, that is the forum that is like our living room where most of us gather to just "chat" and "share".
As for me going through and linking to proper OEM forums, this would be far too time consuming for me. I love my position as moderator, but it is just a hobby for me and something I do to help out and to provide a safe environment for our members and readers.
If you mean some sort of programming thing, that is something PJ and the programmers would have to look at. But having a little knowledge in this area, I believe it is something that would be far too complex to put into practical use, especially on such a small site.
FYI, we moderators are just users, like yourself, who moderate seperate forums for proper use and spammers. We really have no powers or abilities except to delete inappropriate posts, or to let PJ know of things he needs to handle. We also try to make users feel welcome and when necessary direct users or posts to appropriate forums. Other than that, we're just here to enjoy the company of other photographers and photography in general.
Hope this answers your question.