Pentax DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED Lens for Pentax and Samsung Digital SLR Cameras
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- Usually ships in 1-2 business days
- List Price:
- $399.95
- Our Price:
- $329.99
- Savings:
- 17%
- Average Customer Rating:
- 4.5 out of 5
- Manufacturer:
- Pentax
- Release Date:
- 2008-05-21
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- List Price:
- $399.95
- Our Price:
- $329.99
Features
- Extreme telephoto range zoom lens
- PENTAX SP coating protects the exposed lens elements
- ED elements compensate for chromatic aberration
- Developed specifically for PENTAX digital SLRs
- Focal length equivalent to 82.5mm to 450mm in the 35mm format
Description
The versatile DA 55-300mm ED zoom lens offers an extreme telephoto zoom range, perfect for those moderate to long shots. ED elements compensate for chromatic aberration, while the Pentax SP coating which protects the exposed lens elements. Developed specifically for Pentax digital SLRs, the DA 55-300mm ED zoom has a focal length equivalent to 82.5mm to 450mm in the 35mm format.
Pentax 55-300mm smc-DA f/4-5.8 ED Lens Features
- Extreme telephoto range zoom lens
- Pentax SP coating protects the exposed lens elements
- ED elements compensate for chromatic aberration
- Developed specifically for Pentax digital SLRs
- Focal length equivalent to 82.5mm to 450mm in the 35mm format
Spotlight customer reviews
Pentax 55-300mm zoom with Pentax K10D camera
[ Posted: 2008-09-01 ]
I was worried about this lens because of the confusing reviews on several "pro" websites. I shoot weddings and needed a fairly fast lens for candid distance shots and headshots. I am extremely pleased with the lens upon shooting my first wedding with it in an evening setting.One picture from 60 ft of a guest reclining in the shade was very impressive. It was so sharp that the hairs on the back of his hand were clearly visable in Photoshop when zooming at 200X. I can't afford an F2.8 lens yet but this f4 lens with the internal Image Stabilization of the K10D definitely will do for now. It is lightweight and has no problems focusing sharply. The minimum 55mm range was perfect for shooting across tables in reception hall shots.
AWESOME lens!
[ Posted: 2008-08-09 ]
I have been shooting with this lens and LOVE everything about it. It's sharp and it loves color!
Very nice tele zoom!
[ Posted: 2008-08-05 ]
I like this lens a lot. It is very versatile in framing, has very smooth rings, very nice image rendition and reasonably sharp. I used it with both k10d and k20d and was very pleased with the results. For the money it is a great value. Must say that anti shake in Pentax bodies much facilitates the shooting on the longer side and the lens itself is well build (just like any of Pentax lenses that I tried), has nice balance on a camera and does not feel cumbersome or clumsy. In one word it is good bargain lens.
Great color and contrast
[ Posted: 2008-08-02 ]
This lens has produced great color and contrast so far on my K10D. The range of 55 to 300 has also made it very useful for everything from an outdoor concert to an air show. It is a little heavy compared to the other lenses I have but it is not too heavy to carry around for hours. It also has shown no issues at 55 or 300. While not inexpensive this is much less expensive than the DA* line and it has produced high quality images to date. I expect it will be great on my trip to Alaska in a month and with it's range, I should only have to take one other wide lens.
Pentax DA 55-300mm Telephoto Lens
[ Posted: 2008-07-22 ]
Pentax DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED Lens + Deluxe Accessory Kit w/5 Year Extended Warranty
Another great Pentax lens. I am still experimenting, but, so far, I like what I am seeing. Seems sharp at all focal lengths; fast auto focus with their "supersonic" motor;great feel.
I am taking this to Kenya on safari in 2 months and will put this lens to the real test. I expect great results.