K-3 III Lens Kit

**FozzFoster** · 12-16-2021, 06:26 PM - **2 Likes**

Thanks to our Twitter friend, nokishita_c:

https://twitter.com/nokishita_c/status/1471646474048241664
?PENTAX K-3 Mark III 20-40 Limited ???????????????RICOH IMAGING

"Notice of release of "PENTAX K-3 Mark III 20-40 Limited Lens Kit"

The "PENTAX K-3 Mark", which includes the "HD PENTAX-DA 20-40mmF2.8-4ED Limited DC WR" in the flagship model "PENTAX K-3 Mark III" of APS-C size digital SLR cameras. We are pleased to inform you that the "III 20-40 Limited Lens Kit" will be released.

This kit can be measured numerically, such as the "PENTAX K-3 Mark III", which we have listed as "PENTAX STATEMENT", which has functions and performance that allow you to enjoy the shooting process, and the "taste of the lens" in the depiction. It is a kit that combines "HD PENTAX-DA 20-40mmF2.8-4ED Limited DC WR", which is popular for its particular finish that challenges even areas that are not available. In addition, the new custom image "Satobi", which was just released on December 7, 2021, will be provided with the latest firmware pre-installed so that it can be used immediately.

Overview
◆ Product name: "PENTAX K-3 Mark III 20-40 Limited Lens Kit"
《Set contents》・ PENTAX K-3 Mark III body kit body
・ HD PENTAX-DA 20-40mmF2.8-4ED Limited DC WR

◆ Body color: Black / Silver
◆ Release date: December 17, 2021
◆ Price: Open price
Features of PENTAX K-3 Mark III 20-40 Limited Lens Kit
-Pre-installed the latest main unit firmware with the new custom image "Satobi" -Set
a lens of the same color as the body color (black / silver)"

Attached Images

Paul the Sunman · 12-16-2021, 07:05 PM - **1 Like**

Makes sense.

**ramseybuckeye** · 12-16-2021, 07:50 PM - **1 Like**

Have they ever kitted a Limited lens before?

JPT · 12-16-2021, 09:06 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ramseybuckeye

Have they ever kitted a Limited lens before?

The closest thing I can think of is the version of the 40 Ltd that was included with the K-01. Other than that I can't think of any examples.

**Kobie** · 12-16-2021, 09:10 PM - **1 Like**

They should have done this from the very beginning. It's about time and a good pairing

**ramseybuckeye** · 12-16-2021, 09:16 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by JPT

The closest thing I can think of is the version of the 40 Ltd that was included with the K-01. Other than that I can't think of any examples.

I’m pretty sure that was the 40xs, not the limited.

JPT · 12-16-2021, 09:48 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Kobie

They should have done this from the very beginning. It's about time and a good pairing

It's intentional management of the demand I think. They start with the model at full price and a premium kit to get whet they can from the early adopters, then they do carefully timed offers to sweeten the deal for others, such as throwing the battery grip in for free and coming out with kits. Then there are some limited editions later on. I've noticed this with the last few model releases. This is why I was reluctant to be an early adopter in this case.

---------- Post added 12-17-21 at 01:49 PM ----------

Originally posted by ramseybuckeye

I’m pretty sure that was the 40xs, not the limited.

Yes. I know. But it was based on the 40 Ltd, so it's the closest thing I can think of and perhaps the only digital-era camera from Pentax to come with a prime kitted.

**UncleVanya** · 12-16-2021, 10:12 PM - **1 Like**

Dealers created kits using the da 20-40 with the KP:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1490949-REG/pentax_kp_dslr_camera_wit...981&

I’m guessing these dealer kits didn’t have as good of a discount and they likely came in two boxes.

biz-engineer · 12-17-2021, 02:32 AM - **1 Like**

That's good, the 20-40 pairs well with the k33 body.

**FozzFoster** · 12-17-2021, 09:48 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by JPT

version of the 40 Ltd

Originally posted by ramseybuckeye

40xs, not the limited

Originally posted by JPT

based on the 40 Ltd

Yes - from what I understand it's the exact same optical formula but the XS doesn't have quickshift. Same lens, different body.

---------- Post added 12-17-21 at 09:54 AM ----------

Originally posted by Kobie

They should have done this from the very beginning.

I was jealous I couldn't afford the battery grip along with my K-3 III (still can't).
I would have been even more green if there was a lens available kit too

**NZ_Ross** · 12-17-2021, 12:52 PM

This is a very good combo - my 20-40 Limited is always in my bag or on the camera. Coupled with the 55-300 PLM and it is a versatile 2 lens WR travel kit.

AfterPentax Mark II · 12-17-2021, 02:16 PM

Originally posted by JPT

The closest thing I can think of is the version of the 40 Ltd that was included with the K-01. Other than that I can't think of any examples.

That was not a 40mm Ltd but the specially designed 40mm XS. It had the same glass and specs according to Pentaxforum's test for the 40mm's and the 35mm f2.4 I believe. It was not based on the 40mm Ltd at all. Its design was from Mark Newson and Pentax put the glass in. Pentax DA 35mm F2.4 vs 40mm XS vs 40mm Limited Review - Design and Handling | PentaxForums.com Reviews is where you can find the details of the 40mm XS, it was designed to go with the K-01.

**UncleVanya** · 12-17-2021, 02:50 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by AfterPentax Mark II

That was not a 40mm Ltd but the specially designed 40mm XS. It had the same glass and specs according to Pentaxforum's test for the 40mm's and the 35mm f2.4 I believe. It was not based on the 40mm Ltd at all. Its design was from Mark Newson and Pentax put the glass in. Pentax DA 35mm F2.4 vs 40mm XS vs 40mm Limited Review - Design and Handling | PentaxForums.com Reviews is where you can find the details of the 40mm XS, it was designed to go with the K-01.

Optics are nearly the same as the SMC DA 40 . The only difference is that some claim the XS has rounded aperture blades, the physical packaging and the lack of a focusing scale. The differences are fairly unimportant.

AfterPentax Mark II · 12-19-2021, 10:32 AM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

Optics are nearly the same as the SMC DA 40 . The only difference is that some claim the XS has rounded aperture blades, the physical packaging and the lack of a focusing scale. The differences are fairly unimportant.

you are quite right. But even in the comparison on this forum the reviewers are not so certain about it being the same, so yes, nearly the same.

12-16-2021, 06:26 PM - 2 Likes	#1
FozzFoster Custom User Title Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Alberta Photos: Albums Posts: 6,806	K-3 III Lens Kit Thanks to our Twitter friend, nokishita_c: https://twitter.com/nokishita_c/status/1471646474048241664 ?PENTAX K-3 Mark III 20-40 Limited ???????????????RICOH IMAGING "Notice of release of "PENTAX K-3 Mark III 20-40 Limited Lens Kit" The "PENTAX K-3 Mark", which includes the "HD PENTAX-DA 20-40mmF2.8-4ED Limited DC WR" in the flagship model "PENTAX K-3 Mark III" of APS-C size digital SLR cameras. We are pleased to inform you that the "III 20-40 Limited Lens Kit" will be released. This kit can be measured numerically, such as the "PENTAX K-3 Mark III", which we have listed as "PENTAX STATEMENT", which has functions and performance that allow you to enjoy the shooting process, and the "taste of the lens" in the depiction. It is a kit that combines "HD PENTAX-DA 20-40mmF2.8-4ED Limited DC WR", which is popular for its particular finish that challenges even areas that are not available. In addition, the new custom image "Satobi", which was just released on December 7, 2021, will be provided with the latest firmware pre-installed so that it can be used immediately. Overview ◆ Product name: "PENTAX K-3 Mark III 20-40 Limited Lens Kit" 《Set contents》・ PENTAX K-3 Mark III body kit body ・ HD PENTAX-DA 20-40mmF2.8-4ED Limited DC WR ◆ Body color: Black / Silver ◆ Release date: December 17, 2021 ◆ Price: Open price Features of PENTAX K-3 Mark III 20-40 Limited Lens Kit -Pre-installed the latest main unit firmware with the new custom image "Satobi" -Set a lens of the same color as the body color (black / silver)" Attached Images

12-17-2021, 02:16 PM	#12
AfterPentax Mark II Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2021 Posts: 1,458	Originally posted by JPT The closest thing I can think of is the version of the 40 Ltd that was included with the K-01. Other than that I can't think of any examples. That was not a 40mm Ltd but the specially designed 40mm XS. It had the same glass and specs according to Pentaxforum's test for the 40mm's and the 35mm f2.4 I believe. It was not based on the 40mm Ltd at all. Its design was from Mark Newson and Pentax put the glass in. Pentax DA 35mm F2.4 vs 40mm XS vs 40mm Limited Review - Design and Handling \| PentaxForums.com Reviews is where you can find the details of the 40mm XS, it was designed to go with the K-01. Last edited by AfterPentax Mark II; 12-17-2021 at 02:22 PM.

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Paul the Sunman Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,842	Makes sense.

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ramseybuckeye Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hampstead, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 17,290	Have they ever kitted a Limited lens before?

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JPT Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,821	Originally posted by ramseybuckeye Have they ever kitted a Limited lens before? The closest thing I can think of is the version of the 40 Ltd that was included with the K-01. Other than that I can't think of any examples.

12-16-2021, 09:10 PM - 1 Like	#5
Kobie Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Bowmanville Photos: Albums Posts: 1,211	They should have done this from the very beginning. It's about time and a good pairing

12-16-2021, 09:16 PM - 2 Likes	#6
ramseybuckeye Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hampstead, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 17,290	Originally posted by JPT The closest thing I can think of is the version of the 40 Ltd that was included with the K-01. Other than that I can't think of any examples. I’m pretty sure that was the 40xs, not the limited.

12-16-2021, 09:48 PM - 2 Likes	#7
JPT Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,821	Originally posted by Kobie They should have done this from the very beginning. It's about time and a good pairing It's intentional management of the demand I think. They start with the model at full price and a premium kit to get whet they can from the early adopters, then they do carefully timed offers to sweeten the deal for others, such as throwing the battery grip in for free and coming out with kits. Then there are some limited editions later on. I've noticed this with the last few model releases. This is why I was reluctant to be an early adopter in this case. ---------- Post added 12-17-21 at 01:49 PM ---------- Originally posted by ramseybuckeye I’m pretty sure that was the 40xs, not the limited. Yes. I know. But it was based on the 40 Ltd, so it's the closest thing I can think of and perhaps the only digital-era camera from Pentax to come with a prime kitted.

12-16-2021, 10:12 PM - 1 Like	#8
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,385	Dealers created kits using the da 20-40 with the KP: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1490949-REG/pentax_kp_dslr_camera_wit...981& I’m guessing these dealer kits didn’t have as good of a discount and they likely came in two boxes.

12-17-2021, 02:32 AM - 1 Like	#9
biz-engineer Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 12,225	That's good, the 20-40 pairs well with the k33 body.

12-17-2021, 09:48 AM - 1 Like	#10
FozzFoster Custom User Title Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Alberta Photos: Albums Posts: 6,806 Original Poster	Originally posted by JPT version of the 40 Ltd Originally posted by ramseybuckeye 40xs, not the limited Originally posted by JPT based on the 40 Ltd Yes - from what I understand it's the exact same optical formula but the XS doesn't have quickshift. Same lens, different body. ---------- Post added 12-17-21 at 09:54 AM ---------- Originally posted by Kobie They should have done this from the very beginning. I was jealous I couldn't afford the battery grip along with my K-3 III (still can't). I would have been even more green if there was a lens available kit too

12-17-2021, 12:52 PM	#11
NZ_Ross Kiwi Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Timaru Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,225	This is a very good combo - my 20-40 Limited is always in my bag or on the camera. Coupled with the 55-300 PLM and it is a versatile 2 lens WR travel kit.

12-17-2021, 02:50 PM - 1 Like	#13
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,385	Originally posted by AfterPentax Mark II That was not a 40mm Ltd but the specially designed 40mm XS. It had the same glass and specs according to Pentaxforum's test for the 40mm's and the 35mm f2.4 I believe. It was not based on the 40mm Ltd at all. Its design was from Mark Newson and Pentax put the glass in. Pentax DA 35mm F2.4 vs 40mm XS vs 40mm Limited Review - Design and Handling \| PentaxForums.com Reviews is where you can find the details of the 40mm XS, it was designed to go with the K-01. Optics are nearly the same as the SMC DA 40 . The only difference is that some claim the XS has rounded aperture blades, the physical packaging and the lack of a focusing scale. The differences are fairly unimportant.

12-19-2021, 10:32 AM	#14
AfterPentax Mark II Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2021 Posts: 1,458	Originally posted by UncleVanya Optics are nearly the same as the SMC DA 40 . The only difference is that some claim the XS has rounded aperture blades, the physical packaging and the lack of a focusing scale. The differences are fairly unimportant. you are quite right. But even in the comparison on this forum the reviewers are not so certain about it being the same, so yes, nearly the same.

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