Pentax smc Pentax-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 DA ED vs Tamron AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2
Both are Pentax K lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Pentax smc Pentax-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 DA ED if
- You want a wider view: 50mm vs 70mm at the wide end
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
3 differences| Pentax smc Pentax-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 DA ED | Tamron AF 70-300mm F4-5.6 LD Macro 1:2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Pentax
|
Tamron
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| Type |
Zoom
|
Macro
|
| Focal length |
50-200mm
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70-300mm
|
2 identical specs hidden: mount, max aperture. Show all
- Mount
- Pentax K both
- Max aperture
- f/4 both
Our notes
Pentax smc Pentax-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 DA ED
The Pentax smc Pentax-DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 DA ED is a short-telephoto zoom lens covering 50-200mm at f/4-5.6 for Pentax K mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.
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.
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