Originally posted by Cambo Is there someplace I can lookup by serial number whether a lens I am about to buy is 'old' stock or new stock? And approximately WHEN (what #) did the SDM failures finally stop?
Thanks,
Cameron
Take a look at our serial database:
Pentax Serial Number Database - PentaxForums.com
Lenses (the DA* 16-50mm & 50-135mm) made in the second half of 2012 or later are rumored to have had the SDM issue fixed.
Adam
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