Product Comparison: Pentax HD DA 16-85mm F/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR vs Pentax SMC DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6ED AL IF DC WR
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General Specifications
Brand
Pentax
Pentax
Model
HD DA 16-85mm F/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR
SMC DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6ED AL IF DC WR
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
A versatile wide-angle to telephoto zoom for Pentax DSLRs, the HD PENTAX DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Lens offers a 24.5-130mm-equivalent focal length to benefit working in a wide variety of shooting situations.
The smc PENTAX DA 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 ED AL (IF) DC WR has an extended 7.5X zoom range is ideal for a wide range of shooting conditions. It is weather resistant to handle damp, inclement conditions. The DA 18-135mm has a compact and lightweight design for easy portability.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Pentax K
Pentax K
Maximum Aperture
3.5 /f
3.5 /f
Minimum Focal Length
16 millimeters
18 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
85 millimeters
135 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Pentax HD DA 16-85mm F/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Camera Lens
- Takes great pictures with excellent color and contrast.
- The focal range covers many situations.
- Fast AF, fairly quiet, weather-resistant, and covers an ideal focal range.
- Great and very sharp lens.
- Lens is very sharp throughout zoom range.
Pentax SMC DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6ED AL IF DC WR Camera Lens
- It is fast enough and has focal length which is long enough to be useful.
- It has a good working length range.
- Crisp pictures at all focal lengths.
- 18-135mm is a great range of focal lengths for everyday shooting.
- Excellent brightness, extended focal length comfort compared to the basic camera kit.
Size & Weight
Height
3.1 in.
2.9 in.
Width
3.1 in.
2.9 in.
Depth
3.7 in.
3 in.
Weight
16.07 oz.
14.3 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Pentax HD DA 16-85mm F/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Camera Lens
- Excellent lens. Great weight and size.
- Fast and accurate autofocus, with good size of lens.
- The range of focals is wide for such small lens.
- Super lightweight lens with excellent image quality.
- I am very satisfied with the image performance and weight.
Pentax SMC DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6ED AL IF DC WR Camera Lens
- Very compact, not too heavy but feels sturdy.
- Relatively small for 18-135mm Focal Range.
- It is small and light for its zoom range.
- It's relatively lightweight and balances well with the K-3II.
- The weight was perfect, the size was perfect.
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
13.8 in.
15.75 in.
Field Of View
83° - 19°
76° - 11.9°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Optical Stabilization
No
No
What customers say about "Imaging"
Pentax HD DA 16-85mm F/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Camera Lens
- The autofocus is silent and fast.
- Very good optics, autofocus is accurate and quiet.
- Very crisp and with good contrast.
- The focus was extremely fast and accurate.
- It has quiet and accurate autofocusing.
Pentax SMC DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6ED AL IF DC WR Camera Lens
- Fast, accurate, silent focusing.
- The sharpness is excellent, and speed of focus is superb.
- Very fast and accurate autofocus. With manual shift focus to adjust focus.
- The focus is reasonably quick and delightfully quiet.
- The SDM motor is quiet, focus is fast, and the sharpness is top notch.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Pentax
Pentax
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
16 elements in 12 groups
13 Elements in 11 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
7
7
Filter Diameter
72 millimeters
62 millimeters
Extras
Rounded diaphragm, Internal Focusing, HD Coating, Quick-shift Focus
Weatherproof, Quick-shift Focus, Aspherical Lens, ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) Glass, Internal Focusing
What customers say about "Features"
Pentax HD DA 16-85mm F/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Camera Lens
- Fantastic versatility, great sharpness and color.
- Love this lens! Responsive and sharp.
- Very useful range. Outstanding image quality.
- This produces beautiful, clear images, with lovely backgrounds.
- The focus ring runs smoothly, not too tight and not too light.
Pentax SMC DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6ED AL IF DC WR Camera Lens
- Performs very well on my Pentax K3.
- Weather Resistance is a great feature.
- It is well balanced and everything operates smooth as butter.
- Good image quality and resolution. Splendid colors.
- Excellent build quality and zoom ring is nice and smooth.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
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