RE: Wide Angle Lens Dilemma

[Patrick Genovese]

First, let me thank all who replied to my post for the great feedback.

Since I like using filters esp my circular polariser a non rotating front element is highly desirable.  I know that the sigma 20mm and the 17-35 both have non rotating front elements.  But don't couldnt find the relevant info on the Pentax 20mm and 20-35.

I was initially undecided whether to include the 14mm in my shortlist, but now I've decided to drop it, it is probably a tad too wide for my liking.

With respect to cost the price difference between the sigma and pentax zooms is marginal and does not warrant making the decision on cost.

The prices I have for my shortlist are as follows:
        Sigma 17-35mm        450 stg
        Pentax 20-35                499 stg

The price difference on the 20mm is substantial though so the pentax has to be really better than the sigma to justify the difference in cost.
        Sigma 20mm                 350 stg
        Pentax 20mm                679 stg

Contrary to what can be inferred from my message COST IS AN ISSUE,  I've been saving up for this for a while, and i'm willing to wait a bit more to make the best decision, as opposed to buying something and longing for the lens I couldn't afford.

Regards

Patrick