Pentax
Pentax 18-50WR_BK-cr smc DA L Zoom Lens Renewed
★★★★★
f/4.0
Capture Life's Moments with Clarity and PrecisionThe Pentax smc DA L 18-50mm f/4.0-5.6 DC WR RE Lens offers versatile zoom capabilities in a compact and weather-resistant design. Ideal for everyday photography, this lens delivers sharp and clear images with minimal flare and ghosting. Specificati...
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Overview
Capture Life's Moments with Clarity and Precision
The Pentax smc DA L 18-50mm f/4.0-5.6 DC WR RE Lens offers versatile zoom capabilities in a compact and weather-resistant design. Ideal for everyday photography, this lens delivers sharp and clear images with minimal flare and ghosting.
Specifications
- Focal Length: 18-50mm (27.5-76.5mm equivalent in 35mm format)
- Aperture: f/4.0-5.6
- Lens Elements: Aspherical lenses for edge-to-edge sharpness
- Coating: smc coating to reduce flare and ghosting, Super Protect coating to prevent scratches
- AF Motor: Direct current AF motor
- Construction: Weather resistant
- Design: Retractable design for compact storage
- Color: Black
Key Features
This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com
K Mount Lens/APS-C Format 27.5-76.5mm (35mm Equivalent)
Aperture Range: f/4.0-5.6 to 22-32 Aspherical Elements
Super Protect Coatings Direct Current AF Motor
Quick-Shift Focus All Weather-Resistant Construction
Specifications
Brand
Pentax
Model
18-50WR_BK-cr smc DA L
Mount
K Mount
Format
APS-C
35mm Equivalent Focal Length
27.5-76.5mm
Aperture Range
f/4.0-5.6 to 22-32
Special Features
Aspherical Elements, Super Protect Coatings, Direct Current AF Motor, Quick-Shift Focus, All Weather-Resistant Construction
Condition
Certified Refurbished
Warranty
Minimum 90-day
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features an all-weather resistant construction, allowing for use in challenging outdoor conditions.
- Equipped with Super Protect Coatings on the lens elements, helping to repel dust, water, and grease.
- The Quick-Shift Focus system enables instant switching between autofocus and manual focus without changing settings.
- Aspherical Elements are included in the optical design, contributing to sharper images and reduced aberrations.
- The Direct Current AF Motor provides smooth and quiet autofocus operation, beneficial for both stills and video.
👎 Cons
- As a Certified Refurbished product, it comes with a minimum 90-day warranty, which is shorter than a new product warranty.
- The aperture range of f/4.0-5.6 to 22-32 is relatively slow, limiting its performance in low-light conditions compared to wider aperture lenses.
- The focal length range of 18-50mm (27.5-76.5mm equivalent) is versatile for general use but might not be wide enough for expansive landscapes or long enough for distant subjects.
- Being a K Mount Lens, it is exclusively compatible with Pentax K-mount cameras, limiting its use with other camera systems.
- The "Certified Refurbished" status means it may arrive in a generic box, lacking the original packaging experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Certified Refurbished" mean for this Pentax lens?
"Certified Refurbished" means the product has been tested and certified to look and work like new by Amazon qualified vendors, and comes with a minimum 90-day warranty.
Is this Pentax 18-50WR lens resistant to weather elements?
Yes, it features All Weather-Resistant Construction, designed to protect against dust and moisture.
What is the aperture range of the Pentax 18-50WR lens?
The aperture range is f/4.0-5.6 at its widest, stopping down to f/22-32.
Does this lens offer both autofocus and manual focus capabilities?
Yes, it features Quick-Shift Focus, allowing seamless switching between autofocus and manual focus.
What type of camera mount is this Pentax lens designed for?
This lens is a K Mount Lens, compatible with Pentax K-mount cameras.
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