Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM Review

Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM Verdict

This lens has been around a while now, but it still manages to hold its own well against the very latest lenses available from other manufacturers. It delivers very good sharpness in the centre of the frame at maximum aperture, and excellent sharpness across the frame when stopped down. The price of around £850 isn't too much to ask for a quality manufacturer’s own-brand lens either, especially given the excellent build and weather sealing.


	*The Pentax DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED delivers very good sharpness with a constant f/2.8 aperture.**

Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM Pros

Excellent sharpness across the frame, when stopped down

Very good sharpness in the centre at maximum aperture

Weather and dust resistant construction

Good build quality

Silent focusing

Full time manual focus override

Constant f/2.8 aperture

Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM Cons

Performance towards edges of the frame at maximum aperture

Slightly gritty manual focus action on sample used for testing

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