Pentax K10D + Zeiss Sonnar 85/2.8 Thanks to Leitax converters (once again) I've now added a new (used) lens to my setup: the Zeiss Sonnar 85 mm f2.8 AE, converted from Contax to Pentax mount. I got it as a replacement for my cherished Planar 85/1.4, which cannot be adapted due to its slightly different bayonet size.
Even though 85 mm was my favorite focal length for shooting film, with the K10D's APS-C sized sensor the 85 turns into something like 128 mm. I find this is an awkward length for portraits, having to stand too far away from the subject (useful if snapping a photo inconspicuously is intended, though). For some reason the Planar 50/1.4 is now my favorite lens on the K10D, being equivalent to 75 mm focal length on 35 mm film.
But an 85 on the K10D works well for isolating objects and framing details. I think I will be using this lens mainly in this context. And this lens must definitely be used! It produces sharp, well contrasted, images and is remarkably compact.
I think there will be quite a number of photos labeled "Sonnar 85/2.8" showing up on this blog...
Pentax K10D + Zeiss Sonnar 85/2.8 
1 comment:
I have followed a similar route with my K10D, mounting a Summicron 90/2 with a Leitax adapter. I feel your joy :)
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