Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR vs Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28mm f/2.8 AL

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HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR

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smc Pentax-FA 28mm f/2.8 AL

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Verdict at a glance

Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR goes wider (15mm vs 28mm).
Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR reaches further (30mm vs 28mm).

Specification comparison
Spec	HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR	smc Pentax-FA 28mm f/2.8 AL
Brand	Pentax	Pentax
Mount	Pentax K	Pentax K
Type	Wide Zoom	Prime
Focal length	15-30mm (wider)	28mm
Max aperture	f/2.8	f/2.8
Weight g	1040	n/a
Length mm	144.0	n/a
Diameter mm	99.0	n/a
Min focus m	0.28	n/a

Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm F2.8 ED SDM WR

A full-frame ultra-wide zoom for Pentax with a constant f/2.8 aperture, SDM focusing and weather resistance. It weighs about 1,040 g.

Pros

Constant f/2.8
SDM autofocus
Weather resistant
Close focus 0.28 m

Cons

Bulbous front element
No front filter thread
Heavy at about 1,040 g

Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28mm f/2.8 AL

Pentax smc Pentax-FA 28mm f/2.8 AL: a wide-angle prime lens with a 28mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, made for Pentax K mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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