Product Comparison: Pentax SMC DA 60-250mm F4 ED IF SDM vs Pentax SMC DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED


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Pentax SMC DA 60-250mm F4 ED IF SDM Camera Lens
Pentax SMC DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED Camera Lens
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General Specifications
Brand
Pentax
Pentax
Model
SMC DA 60-250mm F4 ED IF SDM
SMC DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
This 4.2x zoom is something that no demanding photographer should miss. With a focal length range equivalent to 90 - 380 mm and a constant f/4.0 aperture the smc PENTAX DA 60 - 250 mm is truly outstanding in a range of situations, including portraiture, sport or landscape photography.
The versatile Pentax DA 55-300mm zoom lens offers a focal length equivalent of 82.5 to 450mm in the 35mm format, making it ideal for moderate to long sports and wildlife shots.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Pentax K
Pentax K
Maximum Aperture
4 /f
4 /f
Minimum Focal Length
60 millimeters
55 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
250 millimeters
300 millimeters
Lens Type
Telephoto zoom
Telephoto zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Pentax SMC DA 60-250mm F4 ED IF SDM Camera Lens
  • Sharp throughout the zoom range.
  • Even wide open it is great, by 5.6 it is simply astonishing.
  • This is a constant F4. For a lens with this focal length, this is top of the line for the price.
  • Excellent image quality. Very sharp, beautiful color.
  • F4 work fast enough for outdoors daytime.
Pentax SMC DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED Camera Lens
  • This lens produces superior images throughout its focal range, even wide open at 300mm.
  • This lens covers an impressive focal range.
  • Chromatic aberration is minimal and contrast is very good at all focal lengths.
  • It has the focal length range to make this a decent walking around lens.
  • Barely acceptable sharpness at f/5.8 at longer focal lengths.
Size & Weight
Height
3.2 in.
2.8 in.
Width
3.2 in.
2.8 in.
Depth
6.6 in.
4.4 in.
Weight
36.7 oz.
15.5 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Pentax SMC DA 60-250mm F4 ED IF SDM Camera Lens
  • Relatively Compact. Full weather sealing.
  • It is relatively light and compact.
  • The construction is very rugged and solid. Good size and weight.
  • Good lens, image quality is outstanding. Amazing weight.
  • The weight balances perfectly with the camera and doesn't feel heavy.
Pentax SMC DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED Camera Lens
  • Surprisingly small and lightweight.
  • Reasonable size and weight to carry all day long.
  • I really like the small size and lightweight of that lens.
  • The weight is just about right and focusing speed is ok for me.
  • Does a great job for the money, great flexibility, lightweight.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
43.31 in.
55.12 in.
Field Of View
26.5° - 6.5°
29° - 5.4°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
No
No
What customers say about "Imaging"
Pentax SMC DA 60-250mm F4 ED IF SDM Camera Lens
  • Focus is fast and quiet.
  • Excellent lens. Image quality is very good.
  • Fast, very sharp, excellent lens.
  • Focusing is quiet and quick.
  • Sharp from wide open, great color rendering, excellent construction.
Pentax SMC DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED Camera Lens
  • Auto and Manual focus works well.
  • The image quality and focus speed seem respectable and adequate. I have no complaints.
  • Good color, fairly quick focus.
  • It has very good quality, insanely fast and accurate focus adjustments and is sturdy.
  • Its minimum focus distance is not too close.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Pentax
Pentax
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
15 Elements in 13 Groups
12 Elements in 8 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
9
6
Filter Diameter
67 millimeters
58 millimeters
Extras
SP Coating, Weatherproof, Quick-shift Focus, Internal Focusing
SP Coating, Quick-shift Focus, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass
What customers say about "Features"
Pentax SMC DA 60-250mm F4 ED IF SDM Camera Lens
  • SDM focus is silent and seems reliable with my K-7.
  • The bokeh is creamy smooth and beautiful.
  • Very quiet, easy to handle and takes fantastic photos.
  • Colors, contrast and sharpness are excellent.
  • The SDM is dead silent and fast.
Pentax SMC DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED Camera Lens
  • Excellent mechanical build. Smooth zoom and manual focus.
  • Minimal CA and very good contrast.
  • Images are very sharp up to 200mm and still quite usable at 300mm.
  • Focusing speed and accuracy are reasonable for such a long zoom.
  • Great focus at distance. Solid build quality.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link

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