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SunnyG. · 11-01-2020, 05:14 PM

Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers.

VSTAR · 11-01-2020, 05:40 PM - **1 Like**

Please explain....if part of the current line up then 15-30 & 24-70 for FF, in DA 16-85, 18-50, 10-17, 12-24, 17-70, 18-135 20-40
Plus all the pre-digital camera lenses such as the 20-35 etc.

Not sure how many of those are "rebranded"

stevebrot · 11-01-2020, 05:51 PM

Originally posted by SunnyG.

Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers.

They like to hear us whine and complain, perhaps? What are you shopping for that you prefer to not bear the stigma of Tamron heritage? (The Tokinas are rebadged Pentax.)

Steve

stevebrot · 11-01-2020, 05:52 PM

Originally posted by VSTAR

Not sure how many of those are "rebranded"

The 13-18 and 24-70 were made by Tamron to Pentax specification.

Steve

**pres589** · 11-01-2020, 05:56 PM

... 13-18? You mean the 15-30?

I wonder if either the 15-30 or 24-70 will get updates to keep them abreast of current Tamron offerings OR if Pentax will release their own lenses to eventually replace those. They really do fill needed spaces in the FF lens lineups.

pschlute · 11-01-2020, 06:16 PM

Originally posted by SunnyG.

Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers.

Pentax are trying hard at the moment to release the new flagship aps-c DSLR. After that I expect they will be working hard on a new FF camera and a new MF camera. Some more FF primes are also wanted by many.

Why would you want them to make new versions of the 11-18 and the 15-30 both released within last 4 years ?

**jatrax** · 11-01-2020, 06:39 PM

Originally posted by SunnyG.

But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms

They did just release the DA*11-18 f/2.8 a year ago. That would seem to be the definition of a wide angle zoom. There is also the DA 12-24. What else is it that you want? Though I guess that those might be ultra-wide? So DA 16-85, DA 18-135, DA 20-40, DFA 15-30......... There are more wide angle zooms than I can fit in my camera bag. Or am I missing something?

tibbitts · 11-01-2020, 06:58 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by SunnyG.

Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers.

What sensor size are you referring to?

stevebrot · 11-01-2020, 06:59 PM

Originally posted by pres589

... 13-18? You mean the 15-30?

I wonder if either the 15-30 or 24-70 will get updates to keep them abreast of current Tamron offerings OR if Pentax will release their own lenses to eventually replace those. They really do fill needed spaces in the FF lens lineups.

Yes, that one! My regular eyeglasses broke and the reading glasses make some numbers harder to read. Neither of those lenses is on my radar, but I do know that both are made in Tamron factories. To tell you the truth, I think I conflated the DA* 11-18/2.8 (a stellar straight Pentax design) and got diverted by the Tamron rebranding aspect in the FF lineup.

Steve

**travelswsage** · 11-01-2020, 07:13 PM - **1 Like**

I don't see any problem with the rebadges. I have the 15-30 and think it's an excellent lens. I would love Pentax to do something like a 17-28 or 16-35 or even update its older 20-40 so that filters could easily be used. At least the upcoming 21mm limited will fill this slot unitl other lenses can be released.

ChristianRock · 11-01-2020, 07:26 PM

I don't think a lot of people would mind if Pentax rebadged the Tamron 17-35mm f/2.8-4 OSD and put some HD coatings on it....

**clackers** · 11-01-2020, 07:48 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by SunnyG.

Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers.

(Laughs). Buy the DA*11-18 f2.8 and get back to us, Sunny!

Adam · 11-01-2020, 08:22 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by SunnyG.

Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers.

If you're after a premium offering, definitely check out the new 11-18mm, which came out last year:

HD Pentax-DA* 11-18mm F2.8 ED DC AW Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

**Terry C** · 11-01-2020, 09:50 PM - **2 Likes**

I use the Sigma 10--20. Great lens and good value.

**luftfluss** · 11-01-2020, 10:59 PM - **1 Like**

The Pentax 12-24 is based on the Tokina design. However, while the Tokina variant is noted for being terribly flare-prone, the Pentax controls flare pretty well thanks to the SMC coatings.

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SunnyG. Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Posts: 428	Wide angle zoom lens. Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers.

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stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by pres589 ... 13-18? You mean the 15-30? I wonder if either the 15-30 or 24-70 will get updates to keep them abreast of current Tamron offerings OR if Pentax will release their own lenses to eventually replace those. They really do fill needed spaces in the FF lens lineups. Yes, that one! My regular eyeglasses broke and the reading glasses make some numbers harder to read. Neither of those lenses is on my radar, but I do know that both are made in Tamron factories. To tell you the truth, I think I conflated the DA* 11-18/2.8 (a stellar straight Pentax design) and got diverted by the Tamron rebranding aspect in the FF lineup. Steve Last edited by stevebrot; 11-01-2020 at 07:25 PM.

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by SunnyG. Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers. If you're after a premium offering, definitely check out the new 11-18mm, which came out last year: HD Pentax-DA* 11-18mm F2.8 ED DC AW Review - Introduction \| PentaxForums.com Reviews 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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VSTAR Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Toronto Posts: 390	Please explain....if part of the current line up then 15-30 & 24-70 for FF, in DA 16-85, 18-50, 10-17, 12-24, 17-70, 18-135 20-40 Plus all the pre-digital camera lenses such as the 20-35 etc. Not sure how many of those are "rebranded"

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stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by SunnyG. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers. They like to hear us whine and complain, perhaps? What are you shopping for that you prefer to not bear the stigma of Tamron heritage? (The Tokinas are rebadged Pentax.) Steve

11-01-2020, 05:52 PM	#4
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by VSTAR Not sure how many of those are "rebranded" The 13-18 and 24-70 were made by Tamron to Pentax specification. Steve

11-01-2020, 05:56 PM	#5
pres589 Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Wichita, KS Photos: Albums Posts: 4,533	... 13-18? You mean the 15-30? I wonder if either the 15-30 or 24-70 will get updates to keep them abreast of current Tamron offerings OR if Pentax will release their own lenses to eventually replace those. They really do fill needed spaces in the FF lens lineups.

11-01-2020, 06:16 PM	#6
pschlute Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Surrey, UK Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,217	Originally posted by SunnyG. Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers. Pentax are trying hard at the moment to release the new flagship aps-c DSLR. After that I expect they will be working hard on a new FF camera and a new MF camera. Some more FF primes are also wanted by many. Why would you want them to make new versions of the 11-18 and the 15-30 both released within last 4 years ?

11-01-2020, 06:39 PM	#7
jatrax Site Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cascades Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,991	Originally posted by SunnyG. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms They did just release the DA*11-18 f/2.8 a year ago. That would seem to be the definition of a wide angle zoom. There is also the DA 12-24. What else is it that you want? Though I guess that those might be ultra-wide? So DA 16-85, DA 18-135, DA 20-40, DFA 15-30......... There are more wide angle zooms than I can fit in my camera bag. Or am I missing something?

11-01-2020, 06:58 PM - 1 Like	#8
tibbitts Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Oklahoma USA Posts: 2,196	Originally posted by SunnyG. Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers. What sensor size are you referring to?

11-01-2020, 07:13 PM - 1 Like	#10
travelswsage Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 385	I don't see any problem with the rebadges. I have the 15-30 and think it's an excellent lens. I would love Pentax to do something like a 17-28 or 16-35 or even update its older 20-40 so that filters could easily be used. At least the upcoming 21mm limited will fill this slot unitl other lenses can be released.

11-01-2020, 07:26 PM	#11
ChristianRock Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: People's Republic of America Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,912	I don't think a lot of people would mind if Pentax rebadged the Tamron 17-35mm f/2.8-4 OSD and put some HD coatings on it....

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clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by SunnyG. Pentax has a couple of indigenously made tele zooms. But still no wife angle ones. Why don't they make a couple of wide angle zooms, instead of rebranding lenses by other manufacturers. (Laughs). Buy the DA*11-18 f2.8 and get back to us, Sunny!

11-01-2020, 09:50 PM - 2 Likes	#14
Terry C Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: North west Tasmania. Photos: Gallery Posts: 611	I use the Sigma 10--20. Great lens and good value.

11-01-2020, 10:59 PM - 1 Like	#15
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,628	The Pentax 12-24 is based on the Tokina design. However, while the Tokina variant is noted for being terribly flare-prone, the Pentax controls flare pretty well thanks to the SMC coatings.

Wide angle zoom lens.

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