Pentax HD Pentax-DA* 11-18mm F2.8
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Product Overview
Pentax HD Pentax-DA* 11-18mm F2.8 is an ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Pentax K-mount. It covers the APS-C image circle. Introduced by Pentax in 2017, it has .
Like most zoom lenses, the HD Pentax-DA* 11-18mm F2.8 is externally-zooming.
The f/2.8 maximum aperture is quite bright for an ultra wide-angle zoom lens and can be quite valuable for night photography. During daytime, it can offer a unique perspective for landscape photography as well. Even though the lens is not stabilized, at this focal range it does not usually matter. In fact, some may be able to get cleaner corners without image stabilization.
Some photographers may be disappointed by the fact that the lens does not accept front screw-on filters.
Ratings
What we found
Neofiliac score 40%
Pros
- Good build quality
- Good center resolution
Cons
- Lacks front filter thread
- Expensive for an APS-C wide-angle zoom
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Specifications
Construction
Form Factor
Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Lens
Image Size
APS-C
Lens Barrel
Distance scale
Lens Mount
Pentax K-mount
Function
Angle Of View
105.4° Diagonal | 95.0° Horizontal | 72.1° Vertical (wide) ~ 77.4° Diagonal | 67.4° Horizontal | 47.9° Vertical (tele)
Aperture
f/2.8
Autofocus
Yes
Crop Factor
1.5
Focal Length
11 mm ~ 18 mm
Focal Length (35mm Equivalent)
16.5 mm ~ 27.0 mm
Image Stabilization
No
Zoom Type
External zoom
Production
Accessory
Lens hood included
Debut
2017-10-26
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