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Pentax smc DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR

Pentax smc DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR

390 reviews

Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 390 reviews of Pentax smc DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Views about the reliability and design are generally positive. The size and usability are also appreciated.

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On average, users rate this product 85/100 and experts rate this product 77/100.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Pentax smc DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Pentax smc DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.5/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Pentax smc DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR

alaTest has collected and analyzed 130 user reviews of Pentax smc DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the size and design. The reliability and usability also get good feedback.

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95% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Szymon Starczewski (lenstip.com)

Pentax smc DA 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6 AL II

Just before this year's PMA fairs Pentax, along with two new reflex cameras, presented as well some new lenses. I was a bit surprised noticing among them a Pentax smc DA 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6 AL II model, the successor of a Pentax smc P-DA 18-55 mm...

weak picture quality at wide angle and maximum aperture ; significant coma ; high vignetting level at 18 mm

Oct, 2009

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Expert review by : photodo (photodo.com)

REVIEW: SMC Pentax-DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL [IF] DC WR

Jan, 2009

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Expert review by (opticallimits.com)

Pentax SMC-DA 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 ED AL [IF]

The Pentax SMC DA 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 ED AL [IF] is a worthy representative of its species. Naturallyit is not comparable to more specialized zoom lenses, not to mention fix-focals, but within itsscope it does a good job. This is especially true for the...

Feb, 2008

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Expert review by (opticallimits.com)

Pentax SMC-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL

The Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL is one of the kit zoom lenses currentlysold combined with the K10D or the Pentax budget DSLRs. It is a DA series lensso it is dedicated to the APS-C format with a reduced image circle. Its field-of-view is equivalent...

The Pentax SMC DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL is a surprisingly good kit zoom althoughit has its weaknesses specifically at 18mm. The center and border performanceis fine here but the extreme corners are somewhat soft. Pronounced vignetting and reduced...

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Pentax SMC DA 18-135mm F/3.5-5.6 ED AL (IF) DC WR

The Pentax SMC DA 18-135mm F/3.5-5.6 ED AL (IF) DC WR lens features an all-weather design and delivers on its promise of a long zoom range, but its image quality is disappointing.

7.5x zoom range. All-weather design. Compact and light.

Soft edges and weak telephoto performance. Noticeable distortion.

The Pentax SMC DA 18-135mm F/3.5-5.6 ED AL (IF) DC WR is a very enticing option for Pentax SLR owners. It boasts a solid 7.5x zoom range, an excellent build, an a weather-sealed design. But at the end of the day, it's all about image quality. And while...

Feb, 2017

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Pentax SMC DA 18-250MM F3.5-6.3 ED AL(IF)

In conclusion, if you are considering a new lens that can deliver great multi-tasking capabilities, then look no further than the Pentax smcP DA 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 ED AL (IF). With decent specs, this lens may be a good replacement for the times that...

Internal Focusing Mechanism, 14x zoom, Minimum focusing distance of 0.45 meters, High zoom ratio, Weighs only 16 ounces

If you are looking to add a new lens to your DSLR collection, then you may

Feb, 2009

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Expert review by : Darren (digital photography blog)

Pentax-DA 21mm F3.2AL Lens

Here are the full details of the new Lens that Pentax have just announced - the PENTAX-DA 21mm F3.2AL: 'The smc PENTAX-DA 21mm F3.2AL Limited is an interchangeable uni-focal wide-angle lens for exclusive use with PENTAX digital SLR camera bodies....

Feb, 2006

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Expert review by : Josh Root (photo.net)

Pentax 21/40/70 Limited Lens Review

The Pentax "Limited" lens line is known for its image quality, solid construction, and small size and weight. The first three lenses in this line were the FA 31/1.8, FA 43/1.9, and FA 77/1.8. Released in 1999/2000, they are still listed in the Pentax...

Pancake lenses were originally based on the Zeiss Tessar design developed a century or so ago. It was legendary for its sharpness, small size, and high speed compared to other lenses of the time. While pancake lenses are no longer considered "fast"...

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