| Pentax DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED Lens for Pentax and Samsung Digital SLR Cameras |
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Category: Photography
Publisher: Pentax
Studio: Pentax
Brand: Pentax
Label: Pentax
Media: Electronics
Fragile: 0
Batteries Included: 0
Maximum Focal Length: 300
Minimum Focal Length: 55
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 2.8 x 2.8 x 4.4
MPN: 21720
Model: 21720
UPC: 027075141186
EAN: 0027075141186
ASIN: B0012QCYNM
Release Date: May 21, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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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 |
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Product 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
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Customer Reviews: Read 2 more reviews...
 Pentax 55-300mm zoom with Pentax K10D camera September 1, 2008
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! August 9, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have been shooting with this lens and LOVE everything about it. It's sharp and it loves color!
Very nice tele zoom! August 5, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
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 August 2, 2008
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 July 22, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
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.
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