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02-20-2020, 01:23 PM   #31
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As a followup, what think you all of Pentax SMC DA 16-50 (lightly used ) vs the Sigma 17-70, knowing that the Pentax is $ 100.00 more (lightly used) than the Sigma new. ?
I like the idea of a WR lens that covers common focal ranges, a great match for the body. Even if you aren't out in weather much, it's just handy.

The * lenses have better seals than a WR 18-55, f2.8, better everything except size/weight. You can always convert it to screwdrive if the SDM causes trouble. The DA 20-40 Limited has much less range and probably costs more. If you are thinking of a future of mostly Limited primes, it fits right in. Get a DA 70 and the 100mm WR macro. The very cheap solution is the DA or even DA-L 18-55 WR. The DA 18-135 is a good general purpose broad range zoom. I think you need one of these four. Which one depends on budget and future ideas.

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QuoteOriginally posted by Bucketlist21 Quote
Please explain what "The * lenses"
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it is a reference to a * [ star ] lens

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