HD Pentax-D FA 28-105mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Lens Review
HD Pentax-D FA 28-105mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Verdict
This is the lowest cost standard zoom for the new Pentax K-1, but it seems that there have been no compromises on performance. There is a more limited aperture range than some of the alternatives, but this also gives us a more compact and lighter optic. The lens performs very well, with an incredible evenness across its range, with centre and edge matching each other in sharpness over most of the apertures and focal lengths. CA values are low, distortion well within acceptable limits, and to that, we add Weather Resistance as well.
An excellent choice of lens to go with the K-1 body.
HD Pentax-D FA 28-105mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Pros
High and very even sharpness
Smooth bokeh
Fast silent AF
Weather resistance
Well controlled CA
Excellent flare resistance
HD Pentax-D FA 28-105mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Cons
Limited aperture range
Lower edge performance at 105mm
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Highly recommended – An excellent choice as a standard zoom lens for the K-1 full frame body
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