Description
The Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR Zoom Lens is a standard focal length zoom lens designed specifically for Pentax digital SLR cameras.
The Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR Zoom Lens is a standard focal length zoom lens designed specifically for Pentax digital SLR cameras.
Blending versatility with affordability, it has a broad range of applications from indoor pictures, portraits, and landscapes to family photos and other general situations. This lens is weather resistant to handle damp, inclement conditions, and has a great wide-angle capability with a standard 3x zoom range.
Weather-resistant
Weather-resistant to handle damp, inclement conditions.
SP Coating
Pentax Original SP (Super Protect) coating repels dust, water and grease.
Compensation for Spherical Aberration
This lens has aspherical elements to help compensate for spherical aberration.
Equivalent to 27 – 84.5mm lens
Focal length is equivalent to 27mm – 84.5mm in the 35mm format.
Simple drip-proof construction
The Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR Zoom Lens uses a simple drip-proof construction for preventing water from getting inside the lens. Combined with Pentax digital SLR cameras also using a drip-proof construction enables use in rainy or foggy conditions, or other locations exposed to water for enhanced durability and reliability.
SP (super protect) coating for protection from water and dirt
A SP (super protect) coating made by depositing a special fluorine substance on the lens front surface is used for repelling water and oils and also enabling the easy removal of fingerprints, cosmetics, and other oils adhering to the lens.
Design developed specifically for digital SLR cameras
In this design, the Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR Zoom Lens coating, curvature, arrangement, and other details were optimized for digital image characteristics to minimize ghosting and flare and maximize performance from Pentax digital SLR cameras. Also, the image circle is tailored specifically to the size of the imaging elements for allowing a compact, lightweight body size with high-cost performance.
Quick-Shift Focus System
The Quick-Shift Focus System is used to enable manual focus operation after focusing by AF without any switching operation.
Other features
Uses high-reliability metal lens mount.
Includes hood with PL filter operation window.
Key Features
- For Use With Pentax Digital Cameras
- Weather Resistant
- 18-55mm Focal Length
- Fully Automatic Diaphragm Control
In the Box
- Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR Zoom Lens
- Lens Hood (PH-RBC52mm)
- Front Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap
- Limited 1-Year Warranty
