HD Pentax-DA 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 ED DC WR: A Closer Look

Adam · 09-16-2014, 07:50 AM

A closer look at the HD Pentax-DA 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 ED DC WR, one of Pentax's three new K-mount lenses slated for release at the end of the year.

Read more on the PF homepage...

cxdoo · 09-16-2014, 07:54 AM

So none of these three will be available any time soon for testing?

JinDesu · 09-16-2014, 07:56 AM

If I were to guess, the 16-85 will be available next year, and the 70-200 and long telezoom will have announcements next year and ready by early 2016.

Looks like Pentax is stating that the 16-85 is intended to be an upgrade from the kit.

**boriscleto** · 09-16-2014, 07:57 AM

Originally posted by JinDesu

If I were to guess, the 16-85 will be available next year, and the 70-200 and long telezoom will have announcements next year and ready by early 2016.

Looks like Pentax is stating that the 16-85 is intended to be an upgrade from the kit.

A lens that large, and as expensive as it is going to be, is not a kit lens.

**jpzk** · 09-16-2014, 07:58 AM

When we look at what is happening at Photokina, namely Ricoh-Pentax, are we to "expect" new lenses sometime soon or is this some sort of a tease ?
So I would assume that all that is shown here for the "new" zoom lenses are in fact prototypes?

JinDesu · 09-16-2014, 08:03 AM

Originally posted by boriscleto

A lens that large, and as expensive as it is going to be, is not a kit lens.

"According to our recent interview with Ricoh, this lens is meant for users who aren't satisfied with the standard 18-55mm kit lens. It offers silent autofocus, a wider and longer zoom range, and improved build and image quality."

I'm only going by what the article mentioned. I didn't say it's a kit lens.

Originally posted by jpzk

When we look at what is happening at Photokina, namely Ricoh-Pentax, are we to "expect" new lenses sometime soon or is this some sort of a tease ?
So I would assume that all that is shown here for the "new" zoom lenses are in fact prototypes?

For reference:

Photokina 2012 - DA 560mm F5.6 was announced. It was not available for touching or testing.
DA 560mm F5.6 was release in February of 2013.

Trying to find more announcements vs releases.

Adam · 09-16-2014, 08:15 AM

Originally posted by JinDesu

Trying to find more announcements vs releases.

The 16-85mm will come out in Winter, 2014 according to the press release.

Originally posted by JinDesu

Photokina 2012 - DA 560mm F5.6 was announced. It was not available for touching or testing.

The reference exhibition was at CP+ 2012, where the lens was sealed off. At photokina, however, a few lucky individuals got to use it. They were showing it off with the Q10 on press day.

The DA 560 mm Lens on a Q10 - Photokina 2012 | PentaxForums.com

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**boriscleto** · 09-16-2014, 08:16 AM

Originally posted by JinDesu

"According to our recent interview with Ricoh, this lens is meant for users who aren't satisfied with the standard 18-55mm kit lens. It offers silent autofocus, a wider and longer zoom range, and improved build and image quality."

I'm only going by what the article mentioned. I didn't say it's a kit lens.

But for the last 2 days people have been saying this only makes sense if it's a replacement for the kit lens. You just had to take one look at the name to know it was not a kit lens replacement but an upgrade.

JinDesu · 09-16-2014, 08:18 AM

Originally posted by Adam

The 16-85mm will come out in Winter, 2014 according to the press release.

The reference exhibition was at CP+ 2012, where the lens was sealed off. At photokina, however, a few lucky individuals got to use it. They were showing it off with the Q10 on press day.

The DA 560 mm Lens on a Q10 - Photokina 2012 | PentaxForums.com

Oh wow, so that's a pretty fast release schedule for the 16-85 then? If so, the other two may be even available end of next year!

Just waiting to see the price on the 16-85.. Canon's version is $800 MSRP, while Nikon's is $789 MSRP (discount to $629). If this lens is in that range, that sucks (well sorta). If it's cheaper it'll be amazing.

Adam · 09-16-2014, 08:21 AM

Originally posted by JinDesu

Oh wow, so that's a pretty fast release schedule for the 16-85 then? If so, the other two may be even available end of next year!

Just waiting to see the price on the 16-85.. Canon's version is $800 MSRP, while Nikon's is $789 MSRP (discount to $629). If this lens is in that range, that sucks (well sorta). If it's cheaper it'll be amazing.

I guess that's up to Ricoh Imaging USA to decide. But it would make sense to price it competitively with the Sigma 17-70mm, above the Pentax 18-135mm, and below the Pentax 18-270mm superzoom, so I would bet on somewhere in the $599-699 range.

**boriscleto** · 09-16-2014, 08:22 AM

Maybe the other 2 lenses will be available for testing at CP+...

09-16-2014, 07:50 AM	#1
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,166	HD Pentax-DA 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 ED DC WR: A Closer Look A closer look at the HD Pentax-DA 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 ED DC WR, one of Pentax's three new K-mount lenses slated for release at the end of the year. Read more on the PF homepage...

09-16-2014, 08:03 AM	#6
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,632	Originally posted by boriscleto A lens that large, and as expensive as it is going to be, is not a kit lens. "According to our recent interview with Ricoh, this lens is meant for users who aren't satisfied with the standard 18-55mm kit lens. It offers silent autofocus, a wider and longer zoom range, and improved build and image quality." I'm only going by what the article mentioned. I didn't say it's a kit lens. Originally posted by jpzk When we look at what is happening at Photokina, namely Ricoh-Pentax, are we to "expect" new lenses sometime soon or is this some sort of a tease ? So I would assume that all that is shown here for the "new" zoom lenses are in fact prototypes? For reference: Photokina 2012 - DA 560mm F5.6 was announced. It was not available for touching or testing. DA 560mm F5.6 was release in February of 2013. Trying to find more announcements vs releases. Last edited by JinDesu; 09-16-2014 at 08:10 AM.

09-16-2014, 08:21 AM	#10
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,166 Original Poster	Originally posted by JinDesu Oh wow, so that's a pretty fast release schedule for the 16-85 then? If so, the other two may be even available end of next year! Just waiting to see the price on the 16-85.. Canon's version is $800 MSRP, while Nikon's is $789 MSRP (discount to $629). If this lens is in that range, that sucks (well sorta). If it's cheaper it'll be amazing. I guess that's up to Ricoh Imaging USA to decide. But it would make sense to price it competitively with the Sigma 17-70mm, above the Pentax 18-135mm, and below the Pentax 18-270mm superzoom, so I would bet on somewhere in the $599-699 range. 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, 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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09-16-2014, 07:54 AM	#2
cxdoo Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Limassol, Cyprus Posts: 1,148	So none of these three will be available any time soon for testing?

09-16-2014, 07:56 AM	#3
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,632	If I were to guess, the 16-85 will be available next year, and the 70-200 and long telezoom will have announcements next year and ready by early 2016. Looks like Pentax is stating that the 16-85 is intended to be an upgrade from the kit.

09-16-2014, 07:57 AM	#4
boriscleto Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: North Syracuse, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,245	Originally posted by JinDesu If I were to guess, the 16-85 will be available next year, and the 70-200 and long telezoom will have announcements next year and ready by early 2016. Looks like Pentax is stating that the 16-85 is intended to be an upgrade from the kit. A lens that large, and as expensive as it is going to be, is not a kit lens.

09-16-2014, 07:58 AM	#5
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,250	When we look at what is happening at Photokina, namely Ricoh-Pentax, are we to "expect" new lenses sometime soon or is this some sort of a tease ? So I would assume that all that is shown here for the "new" zoom lenses are in fact prototypes?

09-16-2014, 08:15 AM	#7
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,166 Original Poster	Originally posted by JinDesu Trying to find more announcements vs releases. The 16-85mm will come out in Winter, 2014 according to the press release. Originally posted by JinDesu Photokina 2012 - DA 560mm F5.6 was announced. It was not available for touching or testing. The reference exhibition was at CP+ 2012, where the lens was sealed off. At photokina, however, a few lucky individuals got to use it. They were showing it off with the Q10 on press day. The DA 560 mm Lens on a Q10 - Photokina 2012 \| PentaxForums.com 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, 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:

09-16-2014, 08:16 AM	#8
boriscleto Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: North Syracuse, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,245	Originally posted by JinDesu "According to our recent interview with Ricoh, this lens is meant for users who aren't satisfied with the standard 18-55mm kit lens. It offers silent autofocus, a wider and longer zoom range, and improved build and image quality." I'm only going by what the article mentioned. I didn't say it's a kit lens. But for the last 2 days people have been saying this only makes sense if it's a replacement for the kit lens. You just had to take one look at the name to know it was not a kit lens replacement but an upgrade.

09-16-2014, 08:18 AM	#9
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,632	Originally posted by Adam The 16-85mm will come out in Winter, 2014 according to the press release. The reference exhibition was at CP+ 2012, where the lens was sealed off. At photokina, however, a few lucky individuals got to use it. They were showing it off with the Q10 on press day. The DA 560 mm Lens on a Q10 - Photokina 2012 \| PentaxForums.com Oh wow, so that's a pretty fast release schedule for the 16-85 then? If so, the other two may be even available end of next year! Just waiting to see the price on the 16-85.. Canon's version is $800 MSRP, while Nikon's is $789 MSRP (discount to $629). If this lens is in that range, that sucks (well sorta). If it's cheaper it'll be amazing.

09-16-2014, 08:22 AM	#11
boriscleto Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: North Syracuse, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,245	Maybe the other 2 lenses will be available for testing at CP+...

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