Pentax smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR vs Pentax smc DA* 200mm F2.8 ED (IF) SDM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Pentax smc DA* 200mm F2.8 ED (IF) SDM is faster by 1 stop (f/2.8 vs f/4.0), letting in more light.
- Pentax smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR is lighter by 540g.
- Pentax smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR goes wider (50mm vs 200mm).
| Spec | smc DA 50-200mm F4-5.6 ED WR | smc DA* 200mm F2.8 ED (IF) SDM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentax | Pentax |
| Mount | Pentax K | Pentax K |
| Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Focal length | 50-200mm (wider) | 200mm |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 | f/2.8 (faster) |
| Released | n/a | 2008 |
| Format | aps-c | aps-c |
| Weight g | 285 (lighter) | 825 |
| Filter mm | 49 | 77 |
| Length mm | 80.0 | 134.0 |
| Diameter mm | 69.0 | 83.0 |
| Min focus m | 1.1 (closer focusing) | 1.2 |
| Blades | n/a | 9 |
| Groups | n/a | 8 |
| Af motor | n/a | SDM |
| Elements | n/a | 9 |
| Max magnification | n/a | 0.2 |
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
Pentax smc DA* 200mm F2.8 ED (IF) SDM
A bright 200mm prime for Pentax APS-C bodies with SDM focusing. It weighs about 825 g, takes 77mm filters and has a 9-bladed aperture.
Pros
- f/2.8 aperture
- SDM autofocus
- 9-bladed aperture
- Good build
Cons
- APS-C only
- No lens stabilization
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