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

Pentax K, APS-C / DX
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Test reportsVery good based on 1 test
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Product details

With a focal length equivalent to 27-405 mm, it is versatile in use. Thanks to its optical design, it delivers high-level optical performance. The excellent usability even under harsh environmental conditions completes 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
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
Aperture
6.30 
Min. aperture
22 
Min. focal length (exact)
18 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
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
Country code
EN

Objective 2 properties

Min. aperture opening
f/22
Max. aperture
f/3.5
Aperture
f/3.5 - 6.3
Min. focal length (exact)
0.02 m
Max. Focal length (exact)
0.27 m
Filter thread
0.06 m

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

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
    Not enough data
  • 1.Canon
    0.3 %
  • 2.Nikon
    0.4 %
  • 2.Sony
    0.4 %
  • 4.OM System
    0.5 %

Return rate

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

Source: Galaxus
  • Pentax
    Not enough data
  • 1.Olympus
    4 %
  • 2.Canon
    4.9 %
  • 3.Fujifilm
    5.1 %
  • 4.Nikon
    5.3 %
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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