Pentax smc DA* 200mm f/2.8 ED(IF) SDM Pro Reviews

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slrgear‘s review Edit Like Unlike

For telephoto zoom lenses in the current Pentax lineup, only the 300mm ƒ/2.8 DA* goes longer. The 200mm ƒ/2.8 boasts excellent results for sharpness, chromatic aberration resistance, corner shading and shows absolutely no distortion; in the lab, the lens is a real winner. In the real world however, we had issues with autofocus performance (which, in all fairness, isn't easily blamed on the lens) and more importantly, objectionable bokeh. While these issues are worth knowing about they don't substantially undermine the overall performance of the lens, and I wouldn't have a hard time recommending it.

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May 07, 2008

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ephotozine‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Pentax have created a near-perfect super telephoto optic in the 200mm f/2.8. It is capable of producing images with outstanding sharpness, low levels of chromatic aberrations, and negligible distortion. All this from a compact, lightweight package that focuses quickly, has sealing against dust and moisture and only costs £720. In my mind this lens is a bargain.

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Oct 28, 2010

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