Hi Pentaxero or Pentaxera, today I came to tell you about the Pentax lenses that will change your life as a photographer, yes, I do not exaggerate, who already has one will agree with me and who will not, will eventually agree with me ;).
I know that many times when you start, it seems that leaving the lens kit is a business reserved only for those who master SLR photography but, in my opinion, there is nothing worse.
- Because you can have great optics as an amateur.
- Just dare.
- Want to go further.
- Dare to avoid zooming or get ready to get a wonderful bokeh.
- Blurry backgrounds or a sharpness that our lens kit can’t always offer.
As we know that this is a topic that usually gets upside down, Mario has made a very complete guide to guide you when buying goals.
I only present a small summary to keep in mind
I can’t think of a pentax premium lens better than this 50mm f/1. 8, which Mario has nicknamed the Prince of Lenses.
Its openness and brightness are wonderful. It will allow you to work abruptly in low light situations or blur the background in a fascinating way.
It has virtually no distortion, is compact, lightweight, well built and a very versatile lens, not to mention the price. If you haven’t dared yet with a fixed lens, this is a great way to get it right.
If you are looking for a little more angle in your photos, this 35mm f/2. 4 is your ideal Pentax lens. Like the 50mm one, it is a very versatile lens for many types of photography such as landscapes and especially events of all kinds.
Not only is the angle ideal, but also its Bokeh and its blur, in short, another great investment if you think of a very good optics at a reasonable price.
If you are doubting between 50 mm or 35 mm, I recommend you take a look at this article.
If you like portraits and/or macro photography, this Pentax lens may be a more than interesting lens for you, I wouldn’t fool you if I told you that I dream that my next lens is exactly this: 100mm f/2. 8 but in Nikon version;).
It is a goal that will allow you to approach your models, whether insects, plants, flowers or people;), blurring the background and maintaining a good blur and lots of light.
Although the price is higher than the first two Pentax lenses I presented to you, I think it is worth it, especially if you already have a very versatile one like the 35 mm or the 50 mm.
If you still think a fixed lens isn’t your thing or if you’re just looking for a zoom range between Pentax lenses that allows you versatility and adaptability in most situations, this 55-300 mm may be what you’re looking for.
It is well built and with very good finishes, among the best in its field. So, if you’re cyed with nature photography, sports (normal or extreme), birds or even moon photography, this goal is a good candidate for you.
Another pentax lens zoom range optics with which you will have a lot of versatility but in the opposite spectrum to the previous one. With this focal range you can photograph landscapes with portraits. An off-road lens ideal for traveling.
Is it light, has a good construction, is it waterproof, has a precise and silent AF?Not bad for the price, is it?
Don’t forget to consider the conversion factor (or multiplication) of your camera when choosing your lens, if you don’t know what I’m talking about don’t worry, you’ve explained it perfectly here;).
But basically, that’s the number by which you need to multiply the focal length of your lens if you don’t have a full-size camera. It is usually around x1. 5 or x1. 6.
This means, for example, that a focal length of 50 mm, in a camera other than Full Frame, becomes 75 mm (in the case of a camera with a multiplication factor of x1. 5).
As you will surely already have a lens kit with a focal zoom range, my personal recommendation is that you dare with a fixed lens. The value for money of the 35 mm or 50 mm is incredible.
Don’t refuse such good goals for fear of not living up to the task, it’s all going to be too complicated. None of that, you’ll see how you catch him on the fly in no time. Are you going to love it? And if you’ve already covered it, choose a new focal length.
Each new focal length opens up a different world, increases your creativity and possibilities.
What do you think of these Pentax lenses? Do you already dream (like me) of expanding your family, with one in particular? If you feel like it, can you explain it to us in the comments, we’d love to read you?
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