I spoke with B&H today and they said that Sigma has informed them that the new Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 lens will in fact also be coming out for Pentax & Sony. The lens is now listed as being expected on 7/31 at B&H, and it was added to their web site as of midnight today (6/14):
Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM LENS f/PENTAX 210-109 B&H Photo Video
Since I didn't hear the news directly from Sigma and no other source has confirmed it, however, I am treating this as a rumor until it's 100% official. Nevertheless, it would surely make sense for Sigma to make this lens for Pentax, as it is a DC lens after all, and a very unique one at that!
For those of you who are unfamiliar with this lens, what makes it special is its constant F1.8 aperture. All current pro zooms have a fixed aperture no faster than F2.8 due to size/design limitations, so this is a first!
Edit: the press release officially announcing this lens for Pentax is now out! Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 Coming for Pentax - Pentax-Related News - PentaxForums.com
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