Pentax smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR vs Tamron AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2

Both are Pentax K lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pentax

smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR

f/4285 g

Full specs

Tamron

AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2

f/4

Full specs

Pick the Pentax smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR if

You want a wider view: 50mm vs 70mm at the wide end
Our notes say it suits: Travel telephoto, casual portraits, outdoor use

Pick the Tamron AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2 if

You need more reach: 300mm vs 200mm at the long end

Spec differences

10 differences

Specifications that differ between the Pentax smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR and the Tamron AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2
	Pentax smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR	Tamron AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2
Brand	Pentax	Tamron
Type	Zoom	Macro
Format	APS-C	not listed
Focal length	50-200mm	70-300mm
Weight	285 g	not listed
Length	80 mm	not listed
Diameter	69 mm	not listed
Filter thread	49 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	1.1 m	not listed
Image stabilization	No	not listed

2 identical specs hidden: mount, max aperture. Show all

Mount: Pentax K both
Max aperture: f/4 both

Our notes

Pentax smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR

A compact weather-resistant telephoto zoom for Pentax APS-C bodies, weighing about 285 g. It focuses as close as 1.1 m.

Pros

Light at about 285 g
Weather resistant
Compact
Close focus 1.1 m

Cons

Slow aperture
APS-C only
Less reach than 55-300

Our notes

Tamron AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2

This 70-300mm f/4-5.6 macro zoom lens from Tamron fits Pentax K mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.