Pentax SMC-DA 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 SDM

Pentax K, APS-C / DX
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Product details

With a focal length of 27-405 mm it is universally applicable. Thanks to its optical construction, it offers a high level of optical performance.
The good performance properties even under harsh environmental conditions round off the overall package.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Weight
453 g
Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus
Lens type
Normal Lens, 
Super zoom lens, 
Telephoto lens
Bayonet lens mount
Pentax K
Focal length
18 - 270 mm
Documents
Brochure.pdf
Item number
372767

General information

Manufacturer
Pentax
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
21497
Release date
12.9.2012

Colour

Colour group
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.45 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Normal Lens, 
Super zoom lens, 
Telephoto lens
Bayonet lens mount
Pentax K
Max. Aperture
6.30 
Min. aperture
22 
Min. focal length
18 mm
Max. focal length
270 mm
Focal length
18 - 270 mm
Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Number of diaphragm blades
7 x
Filter thread
62 mm
Number of lenses
16
Number of lens groups
13
Lens equipment
Fixed front lens, 
Image stabilisation, 
Internal focusing, 
Metal bayonet, 
Zoom function
Optical zoom
15 x
Focus type
Autofocus, 
Manual focus

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Lens hood PH-RBD62

Product dimensions

Weight
453 g
Length
89 mm
Diameter
75.80 mm

Package dimensions

Length
14.90 cm
Width
11.70 cm
Height
12.10 cm
Weight
755 g

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • Pentax
  • 1.OM System
  • 2.Canon
  • 2.Nikon
  • 4.Sony

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • Pentax
  • 1.Viltrox
  • 2.Sigma
  • 3.TTArtisan
  • 4.Sony

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • Pentax
  • 1.Olympus
  • 2.OM System
  • 3.Canon
  • 4.Nikon
Source: Galaxus

Very good80/100
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Rank 3 out of 3FototestReleaseJuly 2014

Etwas abgeschlagen aber keineswegs schlecht ist das Pentax, das zwar insgesamt gute Bildleistungen abrufen kann aber dennoch deutliche Schwächen bei der Abberation sowie dem eher langsamen Autofokus zeigt. Bei der Verarbeitung sowie der Auflösung von Details ist es aber recht gut aufgestellt.

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