Kit lens? Is the kit lens a Pentax DA lens?
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Yes. It looks like this lens: http://www.amazon.com/Pentax-18-55mm-3-5-5-6-Samsung-Digital/dp/B0012QE4DK/ref=pd_bbs_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1216003965&sr=8-1
196894
Exactly as it sounds like... Pentax K-50 16MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with DA 18-135mm WR f3.5-5.6 Lens (Black)... Very happy with the purchase. Since then I've gou a fisheye lines for it as well
289730
Yes, it should. As far as I know (and I have both a K10D and K-5), all the Pentax DA lenses are compatible with current Pentax digital SLRs, that's what the "DA" in the name of the lens means. You can find more detailed lists of what Pentax lenses are and aren't compatible with various Pentax DSLRs at Pentax's website, although you may have to dig a bit to find it.
722163
Not too sure. Recommend you get the lens technical spec from the Pentax website.
1345840
The DS is an older Pentax model. Do not think Pentax manufacturers it anymore. Look at one of the newer Pentax models. But the DS will take great macro photos with t,he right lens.
1786275
Depending on which kit you get lens can differ...in the box is camera, lens, battery, charger, silky pix software, concise manual. If you are on facebook I recommend Pentax Forums page and I believe the web site is pentaxforums.com lots of good info on pentax products and third party products for pentax. love my camera by the way.
1762695
Yes, it is the same lens sold by Pentax. I confirmed this with the seller when I purchased this camera with 18-135mm lens.
2254946
Thanks... I haven't purchased yet... sitting tight with our bad economy but eventually I will buy the Pentax and the 2 lenses.
1011458
The Pentax kit lens is crap. The limited lenses on the other hand, are superb.
1244269
Dear friends. I am biased Pentax because I really love this camera. I bought the kit from Pentax K30 with a 18-55 and a 70-200. The set is sensational. I have taken many pictures in my trips to Portugal. Obviously there are better lenses and more optical resources, however this 70-200 mm in the kit fulfills its role.
1670123
Yes. The beauty of Pentax DSLR's is that they will accept all K-mount Pentax lenses ever produced. I myself have a 25 year old manual focus 50mm M f/1.4 lens I use on this camera.
908076
A lens that is included with the camera when you buy it. It's usually not that great of a lens although Pentax is better than some.
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I only see one lens listed here Michael, the DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL which is Weather Resistant [WR on lens]. It is a superb zoom lens for the cost. Certainly an excellent choice whilst saving for a more remarkable lens in the the Pentax line. The camera's cost is itself is outstanding, as the K-5 will continue to amaze with each new lens. Note: If you already own some fine Pentax optics you might consider exchanging the value of the "kit" lens for a battery grip!
2097655
The kit lens is a weather sealed 12-50mm with macro capabilities. Due to the crop factor the lens effectively becomes a 24-100mm equivalent for a standard 35mm sensor.
1757425
I have a Nikon D5100. The lens has the focusing motor incorporated into the lens. I believe Pentax has focusing motor in the camera body.
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Generally the answer is yes. However today i discovered that I have a Sigma 28mm lens that mounts on every pentax film camera I own, but that lens will NOT mount on my Pentax K-x DSLR. I am trying to find out why, and if that can be fixed, and I am close to ordering a K-30 myself, and am curious if it will mount to that Sigma lens!
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I was a little concerned also because what I found was that this "Body Only" K-5 II was actually a K-5 II Kit with the Kit zoom lens removed. I examined the camera, cables, manuals, charger, etc. very carefully and I found no indication whatsoever that the camera had ever been used. I kept the camera and love it! This was an upgrade from a K10D so I kept my lenses, flash, filters, etc. I really believe the K-5 II is the equal of any DX sensor camera on the market. Pentax doesn't get enough respect!!