Michael Alex

I would sell you DA*16-50 for $1,500 if you want, but the rest of us can get it new for $849.95 from Amazon or B&H.

Regretfully, Sigma remains on my "don't touch this" list for good, hence the...

Use what you want. Your money, your call. However, since when ANY manufacture should be liable for compatibility with aftermarket products? Isn't that a bet consumer takes for buying (usually)...

Not true, we have Pentax K-r cameras and lenses in Fry's, BestBuy electronics chains and other places (in California). Maybe you don't see them in your town in Michigan, but it's a false statement...

Have two (2) K-5 bodies and no Tungsten problem. But again, I'm using ONLY Pentax glass (mostly FA & FA*), no Sigma experiment. Tamron appears more compatible/problem free than S. So, it's...

Your concern reminds me the old story from late 1920's: Old man has a merchandise stand by the highway and selling stuff all day long. Educated young man comes by and tells the man, don't you...

Pentax took care of my FA31mm when it needed attention after 17 month (almost half year past warranty) FOC. (I believe it was a complication from brutal UPS delivery - moving elements assembly)....