Pentax smc Pentax-DA* 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM vs Vivitar 600mm f/8 Solid Cat
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Pentax smc Pentax-DA* 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM is faster by 3 stops (f/2.8 vs f/8.0), letting in more light.
- Pentax smc Pentax-DA* 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM goes wider (200mm vs 600mm).
- Vivitar 600mm f/8 Solid Cat reaches further (600mm vs 200mm).
| Spec | smc Pentax-DA* 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM | 600mm f/8 Solid Cat |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentax | Vivitar |
| Mount | Pentax K | Pentax K |
| Type | Telephoto | Mirror |
| Focal length | 200mm (wider) | 600mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/8.0 |
| Released | 2008 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | aps-c | n/a |
| Groups | 8 | n/a |
| Af motor | SDM | n/a |
| Elements | 9 | n/a |
| Weight g | 825 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 77 | n/a |
| Length mm | 134.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 83.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 1.2 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.2 | n/a |
Pentax smc Pentax-DA* 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM
This 200mm f/2.8 telephoto prime lens from Pentax fits Pentax K mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. A premium weather-resistant "Star" series lens for Pentax K-mount cameras.
Vivitar 600mm f/8 Solid Cat
A 600mm f/8 mirror telephoto lens, the Vivitar 600mm f/8 Solid Cat is designed for Pentax K mount bodies. Its catadioptric design keeps a long focal length compact and light.
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