HD-DA 55-300 WR's (new) - $146.95 at B&H

HD-DA 55-300 WR's (new) - $146.95 at B&H · **1 Like**

This is $250 below their normal price. This is beyond plausibly cheap for a really fantastic budget zoom lens.

Though I don't need one, I'm having a hard time not buying.

Pentax HD Pentax-DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED WR Lens 22270 B&H Photo

ChristianRock · 03-13-2018, 01:24 PM

For new users it might actually be useful to look at these links (and the poster who asked the question only has 6 posts in the forum) simply because there's a lot to navigate here at PF and they might not be familiar with the reviews sections.

I certainly don't see any harm in posting them... and I'm glad Aslyfox takes the time to point them in the right direction...

photolady95 · 03-13-2018, 02:02 PM

Originally posted by ChristianRock

I certainly don't see any harm in posting them... and I'm glad Aslyfox takes the time to point them in the right direction...

And Google is your friend.

ChristianRock · 03-13-2018, 02:19 PM

Originally posted by photolady95

And Google is your friend.

Right, but at least Aslyfox is nice and welcoming, in other forums people would just post a LMGTFY link... I think that due to the average age of the members here being higher than other forums, people are just more "old time polite"...

**Cerebum** · 03-13-2018, 05:39 PM

Originally posted by ChristianRock

Right, but at least Aslyfox is nice and welcoming, in other forums people would just post a LMGTFY link... I think that due to the average age of the members here being higher than other forums, people are just more "old time polite"...

I am with you on this. I find the links are always pertinent and save a great deal of time which would otherwise be spent searching. I also appreciate the fact that he takes time to contribute, unlike many members, and does so in a consistently positive way, which should be the tenet of any forum!

**aslyfox** · 03-13-2018, 05:52 PM

Originally posted by Cerebum

I am with you on this. I find the links are always pertinent and save a great deal of time which would otherwise be spent searching. I also appreciate the fact that he takes time to contribute, unlike many members, and does so in a consistently positive way, which should be the tenet of any forum!

Originally posted by ChristianRock

Right, but at least Aslyfox is nice and welcoming, in other forums people would just post a LMGTFY link... I think that due to the average age of the members here being higher than other forums, people are just more "old time polite"...

Originally posted by ChristianRock

For new users it might actually be useful to look at these links (and the poster who asked the question only has 6 posts in the forum) simply because there's a lot to navigate here at PF and they might not be familiar with the reviews sections.

I certainly don't see any harm in posting them... and I'm glad Aslyfox takes the time to point them in the right direction...

thank you folks but

every one has opinions

and when expressed in a friendly way

that is ok

IMHO, YMMV

PentaxScott · 03-19-2018, 12:35 PM - **1 Like**

Chatted with B&H today to see if there was any update on the restock date and received the following reply:

Barry T: I have looked into this for you and currently your order is estimated to arrive at our warehouse by approximately April the 11th. As soon as we receive it in stock we will ship your order to you, and e-mail you with the tracking information. I apologize for this delay and any inconvenience it may have caused you.

I was prepared to wait a while for this lens, and its good to see that I (hopefully) wont have to wait too terribly much longer!

**foxandcrow** · 03-19-2018, 09:07 PM

Originally posted by PentaxScott

Chatted with B&H today to see if there was any update on the restock date and received the following reply:

Barry T: I have looked into this for you and currently your order is estimated to arrive at our warehouse by approximately April the 11th. As soon as we receive it in stock we will ship your order to you, and e-mail you with the tracking information. I apologize for this delay and any inconvenience it may have caused you.

I was prepared to wait a while for this lens, and its good to see that I (hopefully) wont have to wait too terribly much longer!

Thanks for posting that. Waiting patiently as well.

**csa** · 03-20-2018, 10:45 AM

I'm just kicking myself that I overlooked this deal!!! I really want one of these, but not at the $300+ price.

**.a.t.** · 03-20-2018, 07:17 PM

My copy is going back to B&H for exchange.
At 300mm, the iris isn't stopping down far enough. The blades aren't oily or sticky, they're just not being actuated properly.

Those of you waiting for a lens, keep an eye out for my return which is serial #4519494.

SSGGeezer · 03-20-2018, 08:17 PM

Originally posted by .a.t.

My copy is going back to B&H for exchange.
At 300mm, the iris isn't stopping down far enough. The blades aren't oily or sticky, they're just not being actuated properly.

Those of you waiting for a lens, keep an eye out for my return which is serial #4519494.

Put it in the lens database also please.https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-serial-number-database/?type=5&myserials=0

**.a.t.** · 03-20-2018, 08:28 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by SSGGeezer

Put it in the lens database also please.

Done!

**foxandcrow** · 03-23-2018, 06:04 AM

Just got an update from B&H saying sorry for the inconvenience and will keep me posted. Such a good deal I don't mind waiting.

Dean2 · 03-27-2018, 11:36 AM

Originally posted by disasterfilm

This is $250 below their normal price. This is beyond plausibly cheap for a really fantastic budget zoom lens.

Though I don't need one, I'm having a hard time not buying.

Pentax HD Pentax-DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED WR Lens 22270 B&H Photo

I see the sale must have passed. Price is back at 360+ on both Amazon and BH.

Adam · 03-27-2018, 12:06 PM

Originally posted by Dean2

I see the sale must have passed. Price is back at 360+ on both Amazon and BH.

The $149 deal was almost a month ago now...

Dipsoid · 03-28-2018, 07:15 AM

It's been so long since I've placed my order, it's said that the item will be restocked in 7-14 days the whole time. I wonder at this point if I will get a notice that the lens has been discontinued with my order cancelled.

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03-13-2018, 05:52 PM	#95
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,582	Originally posted by Cerebum I am with you on this. I find the links are always pertinent and save a great deal of time which would otherwise be spent searching. I also appreciate the fact that he takes time to contribute, unlike many members, and does so in a consistently positive way, which should be the tenet of any forum! Originally posted by ChristianRock Right, but at least Aslyfox is nice and welcoming, in other forums people would just post a LMGTFY link... I think that due to the average age of the members here being higher than other forums, people are just more "old time polite"... Originally posted by ChristianRock For new users it might actually be useful to look at these links (and the poster who asked the question only has 6 posts in the forum) simply because there's a lot to navigate here at PF and they might not be familiar with the reviews sections. I certainly don't see any harm in posting them... and I'm glad Aslyfox takes the time to point them in the right direction... thank you folks but every one has opinions and when expressed in a friendly way that is ok IMHO, YMMV Last edited by aslyfox; 03-13-2018 at 06:27 PM.

03-23-2018, 06:04 AM	#102
foxandcrow Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,995	Update Just got an update from B&H saying sorry for the inconvenience and will keep me posted. Such a good deal I don't mind waiting.

03-27-2018, 12:06 PM	#104
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by Dean2 I see the sale must have passed. Price is back at 360+ on both Amazon and BH. The $149 deal was almost a month ago now... 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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photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	Originally posted by ChristianRock I certainly don't see any harm in posting them... and I'm glad Aslyfox takes the time to point them in the right direction... And Google is your friend.

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ChristianRock Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: People's Republic of America Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,911	Originally posted by photolady95 And Google is your friend. Right, but at least Aslyfox is nice and welcoming, in other forums people would just post a LMGTFY link... I think that due to the average age of the members here being higher than other forums, people are just more "old time polite"...

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Cerebum Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lancaster Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,829	Originally posted by ChristianRock Right, but at least Aslyfox is nice and welcoming, in other forums people would just post a LMGTFY link... I think that due to the average age of the members here being higher than other forums, people are just more "old time polite"... I am with you on this. I find the links are always pertinent and save a great deal of time which would otherwise be spent searching. I also appreciate the fact that he takes time to contribute, unlike many members, and does so in a consistently positive way, which should be the tenet of any forum!

03-19-2018, 12:35 PM - 1 Like	#96
PentaxScott Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Salt Lake City UT Photos: Albums Posts: 182	Chatted with B&H today to see if there was any update on the restock date and received the following reply: Barry T: I have looked into this for you and currently your order is estimated to arrive at our warehouse by approximately April the 11th. As soon as we receive it in stock we will ship your order to you, and e-mail you with the tracking information. I apologize for this delay and any inconvenience it may have caused you. I was prepared to wait a while for this lens, and its good to see that I (hopefully) wont have to wait too terribly much longer!

03-19-2018, 09:07 PM	#97
foxandcrow Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,995	Originally posted by PentaxScott Chatted with B&H today to see if there was any update on the restock date and received the following reply: Barry T: I have looked into this for you and currently your order is estimated to arrive at our warehouse by approximately April the 11th. As soon as we receive it in stock we will ship your order to you, and e-mail you with the tracking information. I apologize for this delay and any inconvenience it may have caused you. I was prepared to wait a while for this lens, and its good to see that I (hopefully) wont have to wait too terribly much longer! Thanks for posting that. Waiting patiently as well.

03-20-2018, 10:45 AM	#98
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	I'm just kicking myself that I overlooked this deal!!! I really want one of these, but not at the $300+ price.

03-20-2018, 07:17 PM	#99
.a.t. Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: yesterday Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,261	My copy is going back to B&H for exchange. At 300mm, the iris isn't stopping down far enough. The blades aren't oily or sticky, they're just not being actuated properly. Those of you waiting for a lens, keep an eye out for my return which is serial #4519494.

03-20-2018, 08:17 PM	#100
SSGGeezer Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Indiana, U.S. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,845	Originally posted by .a.t. My copy is going back to B&H for exchange. At 300mm, the iris isn't stopping down far enough. The blades aren't oily or sticky, they're just not being actuated properly. Those of you waiting for a lens, keep an eye out for my return which is serial #4519494. Put it in the lens database also please.https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-serial-number-database/?type=5&myserials=0

03-20-2018, 08:28 PM - 1 Like	#101
.a.t. Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: yesterday Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,261	Originally posted by SSGGeezer Put it in the lens database also please. Done!

03-27-2018, 11:36 AM	#103
Dean2 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: County Of Sturgeon, Alberta Posts: 44	Originally posted by disasterfilm This is $250 below their normal price. This is beyond plausibly cheap for a really fantastic budget zoom lens. Though I don't need one, I'm having a hard time not buying. Pentax HD Pentax-DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED WR Lens 22270 B&H Photo I see the sale must have passed. Price is back at 360+ on both Amazon and BH.

03-28-2018, 07:15 AM	#105
Dipsoid Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Posts: 241	It's been so long since I've placed my order, it's said that the item will be restocked in 7-14 days the whole time. I wonder at this point if I will get a notice that the lens has been discontinued with my order cancelled.