recommended C-mount 25 1.4

Assaf

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Hi guys,
I'm thinking of buying a C-mount 25/1.4 lens+adapter for my E-PL2.
I mainly want it in order to have a 50mm equivalent with a bit more depth of field separation than my 20/1.7.

I saw there are a few such lenses, and saw some examples in a C-mount thread in this forum. I liked some of the results, but not all of them.
I wouldn't mind some vignetting, but I want a lens with descent contrast, sharpness and nice (not swirly and weird) bokeh. Shortly, I want "standard" and not too weird look.

I'm also looking for fair handling, which might be an issue with these tiny lenses. I mostly refer to focusing, because my intention is to use the lens only wide open.

Any recommendations?
How is the Pentax for example?
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/546271-REG/Pentax_C22525KP_C22525KP_1_C_Mount.html
thanks
Assaf
 
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The Pentax is definitely not for you, because it's vignetting a lot and the bokeh is swirly (all the shots below are @ f1.4).

Moreover, the focus ring isn't useful, it's very close to the camera.

PS1 : I love a lot that lens.

PS2 : Next time please read carefully the C-Mount thread, all this is already explained :
http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=99501

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Thanks a lot!
Also went through the thread again and beginning to like the look this lens gives.
Or is it just that I want a new toy :)?

PS - Is there more than one Pentax 25/1.4 lens?
Are Pentax C22525KP 1", Kipon and Cosmicar the same lense?
 
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