| Latest Review Posted | HD Pentax-DA 20-40mm F2.8-4 Limited DC WR
This lens is well worth having. Like another reviewer said, don't let some of the negative reviews scare you off. I found that none of the negative points are relevant. The f/4-2.5 aperture range is not a problem on a camera like the K3 with or K5 with their high ISO capability. The limited zoom range is not relevant either. The 20-40mm focal range covers the most-used normal-wide focal lengths on a crop sensor camera. All of the other lens makers, Canon, Nikon, Sigma, make zooms with similar restricted focal lengths and they sell just fine.
I tested the rendering capability against the FA-43 and SMC K 30mm (sire of the FA-31). The 20-40's rendering capability is equal to those two legendary lenses. The bokeh is very smooth resulting from the rounded aperture blades. The lens weight is deceivingly light. The size is small so it's not obtrusive nor obnoxious to carry. So many of the other zoom lenses in this range are as big as water bottles. I really like the tasteful styling with the Takumar-style zoom ring. All in all, it's a very excellent lens, capable of excellent results, on par with all of the Pentax Limited primes, and looks good to boot. Highly recommended! |
