Is there a list of Pentax and aftermarket weather sealed lenses?

VoiceOfReason · 05-09-2012, 06:57 PM

Just what the title says, I would like to know if there is a list of both Pentax and aftermarket weather sealed lenses. Also, how good is the weather sealing on them? And one other thing, anyone hear of any good up coming weather sealed lenses, either Pentax or third party? I'd love to know!

Adam · 05-09-2012, 07:05 PM

Here's the list of Pentax lenses:
DA WR Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

AFAIK this is the only third-party lenses that's weather sealed, and it's not available for Pentax (yet?):
Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG ASP HSM II Wide-Angle Zoom 204109

According to the Pentax roadmap, there's at least one weather-sealed lens on the horizon:
Pentax Lens Roadmaps - 645, Q, K 2012 - Pentax Camera News & Rumors - PentaxForums.com

And overall, the weather sealing does what it's supposed to do

liukaitc · 05-09-2012, 07:09 PM

The new tarmon sp 24-70 f2.8 is also weather sealed but no pentax mount available
Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD Lens for Canon AFA007C700 B&H

VoiceOfReason · 05-09-2012, 07:12 PM

Thanks. I was hoping for more options than I saw. I'd really like something like the 18-250 in a weather sealed setup, or even an 18-200 weather sealed out there somewhere.

chesebert · 05-09-2012, 07:47 PM

Originally posted by liukaitc

The new tarmon sp 24-70 f2.8 is also weather sealed but no pentax mount available
Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD Lens for Canon AFA007C700 B&H

How come DFA 100WR is not on the Pentax WR lens list?

hcc · 05-09-2012, 07:53 PM

Originally posted by VoiceOfReason

I'd really like something like the 18-250 in a weather sealed setup, ...

While the Tamron/DA18-250mm is not wether-sealed, it is a very sturdy and robust lens. One needs to remember that the Tamron/Da18-250mm was developed and sold when weather-resistance was not yet a marketing ploy.

Many PF members and others have used the lens in atrocious conditions. I am one such person: I shoot in foul weather incl. subtropicl storms, floods, in mud, near seawater splash .... Although I do take care of my DA18-250mm, I genuinely believe that it is well suited for foul weather conditions.

The only down side is the zoom action: I always clean carefully the extended lens before I retract the zoom.

Simply if you think that the Tamron/DA18-250mm is the right lens for you, it will serve you well in poor weather conditions as long as you take care of it.

Hope that the comment may help...

Vylen · 05-09-2012, 08:06 PM

because it's a D-FA lens, not DA

This would give all WR lenses regardless of system/designation.

kshapero · 08-08-2018, 04:20 AM

any updates to this list?

**clackers** · 08-08-2018, 06:12 PM

Originally posted by kshapero

any updates to this list?

Just go to Search - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database and tick Weather Resistant on the right hand side.

angerdan · 08-10-2018, 09:10 PM

25 Pentax lenses with WR or even AW:
Weather Sealed Lenses | PentaxForums.com

All Sigma Sport Line lenses are coming with an "enhanced dust- and splash-proof construction" and the 150-600mm F5-6,3 DG OS HSM Contemporary is sealed too.

Are Sigma Global Vision Lenses Weather Sealed?
https://www.sigma-imaging-uk.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SIGMA-lens-En.pdf

Many Olympus FT/mFT lenses are weather sealed.
http://cache.olympusamerica.com/static/getolympus/files/lens_roadmap3.pdf

**aslyfox** · 08-10-2018, 09:40 PM

Lens Name Suffixes
The following abbreviations are used in lens names:

. . .
AW: All Weather. The highest degree of sealing against dust and rain.
. . .
WR: Weather Resistant. The lens is sealed against dust and light rain.

Pentax K-Mount Lenses Explained: The differences between various Pentax lens series

_________________________

About those WR body weather seals...User responsibility and best practice

Read more at: About those WR body weather seals...User responsibility and best practice - Page 3 - PentaxForums.com

Sandy Hancock · 08-10-2018, 10:34 PM

Originally posted by VoiceOfReason

Thanks. I was hoping for more options than I saw. I'd really like something like the 18-250 in a weather sealed setup, or even an 18-200 weather sealed out there somewhere.

18-135 not acceptable? It's a pretty decent lens.

VoiceOfReason · 08-10-2018, 10:43 PM

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

18-135 not acceptable? It's a pretty decent lens.

This is a blast from the past! I posted it over 6 years ago. Right now my WR lenses are the 18-135 and my DFA 150-450. I've had and sold the DA* 16-50 and DA* 60-250. I'm fairly happy with my kit, but wouldn't mind the DFA 15-30, DFA 24-70, and DFA 70-200 to go along with what I have.

VoiceOfReason · 08-10-2018, 10:46 PM

Wait, I forgot I bought the DA 55-300 WR too. It is sitting in the box on my desk.

Sandy Hancock · 08-10-2018, 10:46 PM

Originally posted by VoiceOfReason

This is a blast from the past! I posted it over 6 years ago.

LOL. I saw the recent posts and didn't check the date of the OP....

05-09-2012, 06:57 PM	#1
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	Is there a list of Pentax and aftermarket weather sealed lenses? Just what the title says, I would like to know if there is a list of both Pentax and aftermarket weather sealed lenses. Also, how good is the weather sealing on them? And one other thing, anyone hear of any good up coming weather sealed lenses, either Pentax or third party? I'd love to know!

05-09-2012, 07:05 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Here's the list of Pentax lenses: DA WR Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database AFAIK this is the only third-party lenses that's weather sealed, and it's not available for Pentax (yet?): Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG ASP HSM II Wide-Angle Zoom 204109 According to the Pentax roadmap, there's at least one weather-sealed lens on the horizon: Pentax Lens Roadmaps - 645, Q, K 2012 - Pentax Camera News & Rumors - PentaxForums.com And overall, the weather sealing does what it's supposed to do Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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05-09-2012, 07:09 PM	#3
liukaitc Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Photos: Albums Posts: 1,008	The new tarmon sp 24-70 f2.8 is also weather sealed but no pentax mount available Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD Lens for Canon AFA007C700 B&H

05-09-2012, 07:12 PM	#4
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124 Original Poster	Thanks. I was hoping for more options than I saw. I'd really like something like the 18-250 in a weather sealed setup, or even an 18-200 weather sealed out there somewhere.

05-09-2012, 07:47 PM	#5
chesebert Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Chicago Photos: Gallery Posts: 360	Originally posted by liukaitc The new tarmon sp 24-70 f2.8 is also weather sealed but no pentax mount available Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD Lens for Canon AFA007C700 B&H How come DFA 100WR is not on the Pentax WR lens list?

05-09-2012, 07:53 PM	#6
hcc Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Brisbane, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,004	Originally posted by VoiceOfReason I'd really like something like the 18-250 in a weather sealed setup, ... While the Tamron/DA18-250mm is not wether-sealed, it is a very sturdy and robust lens. One needs to remember that the Tamron/Da18-250mm was developed and sold when weather-resistance was not yet a marketing ploy. Many PF members and others have used the lens in atrocious conditions. I am one such person: I shoot in foul weather incl. subtropicl storms, floods, in mud, near seawater splash .... Although I do take care of my DA18-250mm, I genuinely believe that it is well suited for foul weather conditions. The only down side is the zoom action: I always clean carefully the extended lens before I retract the zoom. Simply if you think that the Tamron/DA18-250mm is the right lens for you, it will serve you well in poor weather conditions as long as you take care of it. Hope that the comment may help...

05-09-2012, 08:06 PM	#7
Vylen Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,262	because it's a D-FA lens, not DA This would give all WR lenses regardless of system/designation.

08-08-2018, 04:20 AM	#8
kshapero Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South Florida, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 437	any updates to this list?

08-08-2018, 06:12 PM	#9
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by kshapero any updates to this list? Just go to Search - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database and tick Weather Resistant on the right hand side.

08-10-2018, 09:10 PM	#10
angerdan Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,642	25 Pentax lenses with WR or even AW: Weather Sealed Lenses \| PentaxForums.com All Sigma Sport Line lenses are coming with an "enhanced dust- and splash-proof construction" and the 150-600mm F5-6,3 DG OS HSM Contemporary is sealed too. Are Sigma Global Vision Lenses Weather Sealed? https://www.sigma-imaging-uk.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/SIGMA-lens-En.pdf Many Olympus FT/mFT lenses are weather sealed. http://cache.olympusamerica.com/static/getolympus/files/lens_roadmap3.pdf

08-10-2018, 09:40 PM	#11
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,582	Lens Name Suffixes The following abbreviations are used in lens names: . . . AW: All Weather. The highest degree of sealing against dust and rain. . . . WR: Weather Resistant. The lens is sealed against dust and light rain. Pentax K-Mount Lenses Explained: The differences between various Pentax lens series _________________________ About those WR body weather seals...User responsibility and best practice Read more at: About those WR body weather seals...User responsibility and best practice - Page 3 - PentaxForums.com

08-10-2018, 10:34 PM	#12
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,275	Originally posted by VoiceOfReason Thanks. I was hoping for more options than I saw. I'd really like something like the 18-250 in a weather sealed setup, or even an 18-200 weather sealed out there somewhere. 18-135 not acceptable? It's a pretty decent lens.

08-10-2018, 10:43 PM	#13
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124 Original Poster	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock 18-135 not acceptable? It's a pretty decent lens. This is a blast from the past! I posted it over 6 years ago. Right now my WR lenses are the 18-135 and my DFA 150-450. I've had and sold the DA* 16-50 and DA* 60-250. I'm fairly happy with my kit, but wouldn't mind the DFA 15-30, DFA 24-70, and DFA 70-200 to go along with what I have.

08-10-2018, 10:46 PM	#14
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124 Original Poster	Wait, I forgot I bought the DA 55-300 WR too. It is sitting in the box on my desk.

08-10-2018, 10:46 PM	#15
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,275	Originally posted by VoiceOfReason This is a blast from the past! I posted it over 6 years ago. LOL. I saw the recent posts and didn't check the date of the OP....