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Pentax SMC-DA 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 SDM

Pentax K, APS-C / DX
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Product details

With a focal length equivalent to 27-405 mm, it is versatile in use. Thanks to its optical design, it delivers high-level optical performance. The excellent usability even under harsh environmental conditions completes the overall package.

Key specifications

Lens type
Normal LensSuper zoom lensTelephoto lens
Bayonet lens mount
Pentax K
Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Focus type
AutofocusManual focus
Weight
453 g
Documents
Brochure.pdf

General information

Item number
372767
Manufacturer
Pentax
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
21497
Release date
12.9.2012

Colour

Colour
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.45 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Normal LensSuper zoom lensTelephoto lens
Bayonet lens mount
Pentax K
Aperture
6.30 f/
Min. aperture
22 f/
Min. focal length (exact)
18 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
270 mm
Focal length
18 - 270 mm
Sensor compatibility
APS-C / DX
Number of diaphragm blades
7x
Filter thread
62 mm
Number of lenses
16
Number of lens groups
13
Lens equipment
Fixed front lensImage stabilisationInternal focusingMetal bayonetZoom function
Optical zoom
15x
Focus type
AutofocusManual focus

Objective 2 properties

Max. aperture
f/6.3
Min. focal length (exact)
0.02 m
Max. Focal length (exact)
0.27 m
Filter thread
0.06 m

Origin

Country of origin
China

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Lens hood PH-RBD62

Product dimensions

Weight
453 g
Length
89 mm
Diameter
75.80 mm

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Package dimensions

Length
14.90 cm
Width
11.70 cm
Height
12.10 cm
Weight
755 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • Pentax
    Not enough data
  • 1.Canon
    0,4 %
  • 1.OM System
    0,4 %
  • 3.7artisans
    0,5 %
  • 3.Nikon
    0,5 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • Pentax
    Not enough data
  • 1.TTArtisan
    1 day
  • 1.Viltrox
    1 day
  • 3.Laowa
    3 days
  • 4.Sigma
    4 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • Pentax
    Not enough data
  • 1.Nikon
    7,9 %
  • 2.Olympus
    9,1 %
  • 3.Canon
    9,9 %
  • 4.Sony
    10 %
Source: Galaxus

Very good80/100
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Rank 3 out of 3FototestReleaseJuly 2014

Etwas abgeschlagen aber keineswegs schlecht ist das Pentax, das zwar insgesamt gute Bildleistungen abrufen kann aber dennoch deutliche Schwächen bei der Abberation sowie dem eher langsamen Autofokus zeigt. Bei der Verarbeitung sowie der Auflösung von Details ist es aber recht gut aufgestellt.