SeekerPentax HD D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR
The Pentax HD D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR is a huge lens, but one that covers an ultra-wide field of view with excellent sharpness, even at f/2.8.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- SDM (Supersonic Direct Drive Motor) :Shoot discreetly with in lens, auto focus motor operation for quick, smooth and quiet performance
- HD (High Definition): Treated with state of the art HD technology; a high grade, multi-layer coating, allowing the user to capture crisp, high-contrast images free of flare and ghosting, even under demanding lighting conditions
- ED (Extra Low Dispersion) glass lens elements deliver clear, high resolution imagery with outstanding edge to edge sharpness throughout the entire zoom range
- WR (Weather Resistant) : Designed with eight specially designed seals to prevent intrusion of water; The lens also features Quick Shift
- With a minimum focusing distance of just 28cm, this lens can capture subjects with a well defined sense of depth
PROS
+ Quite sharp.
+ Fixed f/2.8 aperture.
+ Integrated hood.
+ Ultra-wide field of view.
+ Strong close focus capability.
+ Weather-sealed design.
CONS
- Barrel distortion at widest angles.
- Dim corners.
- Bulky.
- Omits filter thread.
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By PCMag on September 28, 2016
The Pentax HD D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR is a huge lens, but one that covers an ultra-wide field of view with excellent sharpness, even at f/2.8.
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