Pentax Zoom Normal-Telephoto SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR

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The Pentax 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED lens offers a wide four-times zoom ratio and offers focal lengths equivalent (in the 35mm format) from 76.5mm to 306mm. This wide coverage is ideal for a variety of telephoto applications, including portraiture, sports and scenery.

The image circle in DA-series lenses is designed to perfectly match the 23.5mm x 15.7mm size of the CCD used in PENTAX digital SLRs to optimize camera performance. (*) The new design also contributes to a drastic reduction in size, weight and production cost, compared to 35mm-format counterparts with similar specifications.

Like all Pentax lenses, this lens is treated with SMC coating for maximum light transmission, sharp definition, and high contrast images.

Note! Only compatible with Digital SLR cameras

Incorporates an Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass lens element and two aspherical lens elements for true-to-life image reproduction and overall size reduction.
Quick-Shift Focus System allows to instantly switch the focus mode from AF to manual with a slight twist of the focus ring.
The filter hood (included) features a window that facilitates the mounting and removal of a polarizing filter.
Incorporates a metallic lens mount for extra durability.
Filter Size 52mm
f/Stop Range 4-22
Minimum Focus Distance 3.6' (1.1 m)
Magnification 1:4
Zoom/Focus Control Two-touch
Angle of View 31.5 - 8.1°
Groups/Elements 10/11
Length 3.1" (78.5mm)
Maximum Diameter 2.6" (66.5mm)
Weight 9 oz (255 g)

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Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR
 
4.6

(based on 16 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (11)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

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Pros

  • Fast / accurate auto-focus (18)
  • Lightweight (11)
  • Consistent output (10)
  • Easily interchangeable (7)
  • Durable (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Wildlife (8)
    • General purpose (6)
    • Sports/action (5)
    • Landscape photography (3)
    • Portraits (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Enthusiast (9), Semi-professional (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Amazingly good for the price.

    I use this lens as a telephoto/macro. I take pictures of insects and other small objects that do not allow a close approach. Used on the Pentax k20d camera body, it allows great...Read complete review

    I use this lens as a telephoto/macro. I take pictures of insects and other small objects that do not allow a close approach. Used on the Pentax k20d camera body, it allows great cropping with little or no loss of detail. The roughly 6 feet focusing distance at all focal lengths works well for this.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Acceptable for the price

    I found it inferior optically to higher priced zooms and teles, (including a 1990s Tokina that cost the same) but its size is an asset as is its price.
    Slowness on the ...Read complete review

    I found it inferior optically to higher priced zooms and teles, (including a 1990s Tokina that cost the same) but its size is an asset as is its price.
    Slowness on the long end means you need decent light levels to make use of it.

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    Reviewed by 16 customers

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    5.0

    Excellent Zoom Telephoto Lens

    By Parbuddy

    from Tucson, Arizona

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Durable
    • Easily Interchangeable
    • Lightweight
    • Quick Focus
    • Rugged
    • Sharp Focus
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Sports/Action
      • Travel
      • Wildlife Photos

      Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

      I am very impressed with this lens. I have not used any telephoto lens since my film days. The 200mm lens from my 35mm set up is big and heavy. This lens is hardly bigger than the standard lens that came with the Pentax K10. The lens is deceptively light.
      The images are sharp and with the proper filters excellent results occur.
      I definately recommend this lens.

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      4.0

      Great Lens

      By Tone

      from NYC

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Consistent Output
      • Durable
      • Easily Interchangeable
      • Quick Focus

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Zoom

        Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

        This is a great beginner zoom lens and a perfect companion to the 18-55. You'll have to get used to switching lenses when necessary, but a great buy.

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        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Its do as I like to, a lot more better

        By Johny TR

        from rio de janeiro, Brasil

        About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • AWESOME
        • Consistent Output
        • Easily Interchangeable
        • Lightweight
        • Quick Focus
        • Sharp Focus
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

        • No one yet

        Best Uses

        • Portraits
        • Special Effects
        • Sports/Action
        • Wildlife

        Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

        The conection with body is smoth and efficient.
        The zoom is wonderfull and the quality is better than old lenses I have. (supossely the old one should be better)

        Comment on this review

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        great for the price

        By gary

        from north carolina

        About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

        Pros

        • Consistent Output
        • Lightweight
        • Sharp Focus

        Cons

        • Slow ap

        Best Uses

        • General Use
        • Wildlife

        Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

        I've used this lenes as a tele and macro (with a screw on lens). This thing is sharp! I did some heavy cropping with lightroom and the pic was still sharp. It is slow for some shooting but compared to lens that cost four times the price, this lens is really nice.

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        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great Lens

        By RLQ

        from Chaska.MN

        About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Consistent Output
        • Durable
        • Quick Focus
        • Sharp Focus
        • Strong Construction

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Landscape Photography
          • Wildlife

          Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

          This lens works well with the K10 and is very well built.

          Comment on this review

          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Outstanding lens

          By Terry

          from Elgin, Il.

          About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Consistent Output
          • Easily Interchangeable
          • Lightweight
          • Quick Focus
          • Rugged
          • Sharp Focus

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • General Use
            • Night Photography

            Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

            Used this lens on our K10D with excellent success. I took some shots in low light at distance and was amazed at the results.

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            (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Very Nice Lens

            By RLQ

            from Chaska MN

            About Me Semi-Professional

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Consistent Output
            • Lightweight
            • Quick Focus
            • Sharp Focus

            Cons

            • None so far

            Best Uses

            • Landscape Photography
            • Sports/Action
            • Wildlife

            Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

            This lens focus is fast and the colors are very good.

            Comment on this review

            (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great lens for the price

            By Rlq

            from Chaska MN

            About Me Semi-Professional

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Consistent Output
            • Quick Focus
            • Sharp Focus

            Cons

            • None so far

            Best Uses

            • Landscape Photography
            • Upgrade
            • Wildlife

            Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

            I purchased this lens for my K10 and it works great

            Comment on this review

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Excellent Lens - Quality & Price

            By Larry

            from Towanda, PA

            About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Easily Interchangeable
            • Lightweight
            • Sharp Focus

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • General Use
              • Portraits
              • Sports/Action

              Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

              Sharp crisp pictures. Excellent for those up close and candid shots without being right on top of the person. Light weight and compact.

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              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Compact and efficient

              By Charles

              from Paris, France

              About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easily Interchangeable
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Portraits
                • Special Effects
                • Wildlife

                Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

                I do not have a daily use of telephotos, anyway when I need it I am happy to have one with me.
                This one is very compact, so I can carry it with me any time, and the quality is fair with regard to the price.

                Comment on this review

                (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                A great Lens, a pleasure to use.

                By Frank

                from Ocala, Florida

                About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Consistent Output
                • Durable
                • Easily Interchangeable
                • Easy To Clean
                • Lightweight
                • Sharp Focus

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • General Use
                  • Sports/Action

                  Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

                  I have use this lense for a few shoots and I am leaving this lense on as my normal lense. It has worked great. Am very happy with the results. Thank you B&H

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                  (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Amazingly good for the price.

                  By Bud

                  from Santa Fe Texas

                  About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Lightweight
                  • Same close focusing at an
                  • Sharp Focus
                  • Strong Construction

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • General Use
                    • Wildlife

                    Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

                    I use this lens as a telephoto/macro. I take pictures of insects and other small objects that do not allow a close approach. Used on the Pentax k20d camera body, it allows great cropping with little or no loss of detail. The roughly 6 feet focusing distance at all focal lengths works well for this.

                    Comment on this review

                    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    4.0

                    A good buy for price

                    By George

                    from South Georgia USA

                    About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Consistent Output
                    • Lightweight
                    • Manual focus ring
                    • Sharp Focus

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • General Use
                      • Wildlife

                      Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

                      A good buy for the price. I got mine when I purchased a Pentax K10 about 8 months ago. The lens is lightweight, sharp, focuses quickly and appears to have excellant optical results. I have used it indoors to photograph Basketball games[boosted to 1600 ASA] and outdoors for a variety of things; so far the photos have been excellant.

                        • Similar:
                        • Sigma 18-50, Pentax 40mm pancake, Pentax 50mm

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                        3.0

                        Acceptable for the price

                        By RichA

                        from Toronto

                        About Me Semi-Professional

                        Pros

                        • Easy To Use
                        • Lightweight

                        Cons

                        • Optical quality average

                        Best Uses

                        • Everyday use

                        Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

                        I found it inferior optically to higher priced zooms and teles, (including a 1990s Tokina that cost the same) but its size is an asset as is its price.
                        Slowness on the long end means you need decent light levels to make use of it.

                        Comment on this review

                         
                        4.0

                        Good Lens matches 18-55 Kit lens

                        By Leo

                        from Connecticut , USA

                        Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

                        I've been using this lens for several months and I'm quite happy with it. I use it with a K100D and it is fast enough and bright enough for my needs. I can use it hand held at 200mm with shake reduction.Hard to catch this item in stock.

                        Expertise: Novice with 10 years SLR experience

                        Problems Encountered: I had trouble focusing on birds in a tree, the camera could not decide between the bird, foreground branches, or background. once I discovered the spot focus option it focuses exactly where I want.

                        Previous Equivalent Item Owned: 70-210 Sigma manual focus

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                        5.0

                        Great lens

                        By Cary M

                        from Aiken, SC

                        Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR:

                        I bought this lens to use with my K10D, and I am verysatisfied with the results. Colors are bright and clear,and the autofocus is pretty quick too. If you're lookingfor a great lens for medium distance shots and a greatprice, I would definitely go for with this one.

                        Expertise: Advanced Amateur

                        Problems Encountered: None so far

                        Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Fuji Film F30

                        Items I Recommend: B+W UV Filter

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