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06-06-2016, 10:12 PM   #1
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Pentax Lens Guide and Suggestions

I have placed an order for the K1 and will order lenses soon. I saw a guide on this forum for pentax lenses and if someone can link me to it I would appreciate the help.

OK, suggestions. I shoot 3 lenses on my full frame Canon and I will want to have comparable lenses for the new K1.

I understand that there are some new lenses coming for the K1 as well and I would wait for a newer lens. I have had mixed results with non-manufacturer lenses so I plan to stick with Pentax branded glass.

Canon 16-35 f2.8L II
Canon 24-105 is f4 L
Canon 70-200 is f2.8L II

What would be comparable in the Pentax glass?

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15-30 f 2.8
24-70 f 2.8
Or 28-105
70-200 f 2.8
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QuoteOriginally posted by ctrvs666 Quote
I saw a guide on this forum for pentax lenses and if someone can link me to it I would appreciate the help.
Pentax people are very much into lenses.

One of the busiest sub-forums here is all about lenses:
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Plus there are lots of useful user reviews of Pentax lenses here:
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And more in-depth Pentax lens reviews here:
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This thread may also be of interest:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/169-pentax-full-frame/313830-current-pent...w-picture.html
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QuoteOriginally posted by ctrvs666 Quote
I have placed an order for the K1 and will order lenses soon. I saw a guide on this forum for pentax lenses and if someone can link me to it I would appreciate the help.

OK, suggestions. I shoot 3 lenses on my full frame Canon and I will want to have comparable lenses for the new K1.

I understand that there are some new lenses coming for the K1 as well and I would wait for a newer lens. I have had mixed results with non-manufacturer lenses so I plan to stick with Pentax branded glass.

Canon 16-35 f2.8L II
Canon 24-105 is f4 L
Canon 70-200 is f2.8L II

What would be comparable in the Pentax glass?
See these articles:
Pentax K-1 Lens Compatibility Guide - Articles and Tips | PentaxForums.com
Pentax K-1 Review - Available Lenses | PentaxForums.com Reviews

As for the lenses you're looking for, you'll want these:
and one of these:
There's no new F4 walkaround zoom offering yet, but I'm sure you'll be happy with either of the two choices above.

Here's a direct link to all Pentax AF lenses, current and discontinued:

Full Frame Lenses | PentaxForums.com



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Those sound good except the 28-105. I like a constant aperture.
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