It's real ... I've the K55/1.8 which is the same optical formula as the 2.0, and which I dearly love. It's not as sharp as some later 50mm lenses, and the contrast isn't as great, but it can render some beautiful images and preserves detail nicely, especially in B&W. When cleaning out my 50mm collection, I quickly sold of the M and the A 2.0 lenses in favor of the 55/1.8.
Shel > [Original Message] > From: Collin R Brendemuehl <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: <[email protected]> > Date: 12/24/2005 12:41:14 PM > Subject: question about today's thrift shop find > > I picked up a lens today. > But it doesn't look totally authentic. > at least I'm not certain about that focus grip. > But you tell me. > http://www.brendemuehl.net/images/IMGP1491.JPG > http://www.brendemuehl.net/images/IMGP1492.JPG > Worst case it was only $3. > > Collin > >

