is this a FULLY compatable lens for Pentax ist -dl I'm assuming this is a Pentax type K mount on this lens. On the Pentax website, it says the ist-DL Digital SLR camera has a type KAF mount. It also says Type K lenses are compatible, but with limits. Has anyone tried the Sigma 70-300mm F/4-5.6 DG Macro Lens with the Pentax ist - DL digital SLR camera? Thanks in advance for any helpJohn is this a FULLY compatable lens for Pentax ist -dl I'm assuming this is a Pentax type K mount on this lens. On the Pentax website, it says the ist-DL Digital SLR camera has a type KAF mount. ... » Read More is this a FULLY compatable lens for Pentax ist -dl I'm assuming this is a Pentax type K mount on this lens. On the Pentax website, it says the ist-DL Digital SLR camera has a type KAF mount. It also says Type K lenses are compatible, but with limits. Has anyone tried the Sigma 70-300mm F/4-5.6 DG Macro Lens with the Pentax ist - DL digital SLR camera? Thanks in advance for any helpJohn « Show Less
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It works perfectly with the *ist DL. I have the same Pentax camera and just got this lens. It has great performance and has produced some great shots for me. Here's more info from Sigma's site... http://www.sigmaphoto.com/lenses/lenses_all_details.asp?id=3303&navigator;=3
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Is this lens compatible with my PENTAX K100D SLR? Will the auto focus work? Will I be able to use the scene function of my camera?
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The lens should be available for use with any Pentax DSLR.It's a basic 35mm K-mount, bayonet, lens.
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Yes it works with all Pentax "K" mount cameras. K-30, K-50, K3, K-5,5II,5s, K7 and so on. This is a great lens by the way.
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Digiscoping should work. Also, you could use a dslr mount adapter: http://www.opticsplanet.net/pentax-pf-ca35-kmount-slr-camera-adapter-70510.html
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All PENTAX 35mm lenses will work with the PENTAX DSLRs. Non-PENTAX brand lenses are not tested for compatibility with our DSLRs. In addition, use of other brand lenses on our DSLRs may result in the lens becoming stuck on the camera, which could damage the camera's lens mount and void your RICOH/PENTAX warranty. Some older RICOH lenses such as RICOH-P, lenses marked "KR" or "PK-R" or lenses with a metering pin projecting from the lens mount are not compatible with PENTAX DSLRs. PENTAX bayonet mount lenses work naturally and without the purchase of any adapters. Older PENTAX screw mount lenses will require the purchase of a Mount Adapter K (Part#30120, approx. $30). In the Menu under Custom Settings, set "Using Aperture Ring" to "Permitted" for lenses that have aperture rings, when the aperture ring is not in the "A" position. The K-50 and K-500 use essentially the same settings with older lenses: PENTAX A-series lenses (lenses with an "A" setting on the aperture ring), can be used as manual-focus lenses in all exposure modes on a PENTAX K-50. Early PENTAX K-series, M-series and S (screw) mount lenses without auto-aperture control (an "A" setting on the aperture ring) can be used in Manual exposure mode using stop-down metering and manual focus. This is the exposure mode which will give accurate exposures when using these older lenses on our digital SLRs. If older lenses without an "A" setting on the aperture ring are used in Av (Aperture Priority) Mode, an exposure error may occur. Note: Using PENTAX S (screw) mount lenses on a PENTAX DSLR requires the use of a Pentax Mount Adapter K. To set up your PENTAX K-50 to use older PENTAX lenses: From our website: http://support.us.ricoh-imaging.com/node/1536
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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.
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Old Pentax lenses are interchangeable with digital SLR's. God bless Pentax for that.
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Yes, this lens is fully compatible with any Pentax K-mount camera (including film models) - especially the latest models such as a K-3. I have a K-5 and K-5SII and it works perfectly. Even though it's a 100 mm, it's my go-to lens for most every application (except for panoramic vistas - that's when I use my HD 15mm).
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I purchased the Sigma 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DG Macro Telephoto Zoom lens for my K-30 and am very happy with it. For a relatively inexpensive lens, it is well made and takes excellent photos. I have even taken interest in Macro photography since this lens is also designed for that purpose. I use this lens in addition to my Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5 -5.6 AL WR and a Pentax DA 50mm f/1.8 lens. Also, I am crazy about my K-30 camera and am so glad I have it.
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Does anyone know if a Sigma DL MACRO lens that was used on a Nikon N70 can be used on the Pentax K-7? If so, how?
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The Pentax DA 16-45 lens will work on any Pentax digital DSLR camera. I have used Pentax for many years, and any K mount lens will work on any Pentax DSLR camera. Check Pentax Forum or the official Pentax site. I have the Pentax K-5 and K-5iis DSLR cameras and my DA 16-45 works great on both. I used to have a K-30 DSR, and the DA 16-45 worked really well.
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You'll find the specs for the lens, including available mounts, on this page: http://www.sigmaphoto.com/product/70mm-f28-ex-dg-macro Signma does list this lens as being available with a Pentax mount. The Sigma DG series lenses are designed for full frame sensors. The K30 is an APS-C camera. So, if you use a 70mm DG lens on the K30, you will have for all practical purposes about a 105mm lens. Not truly, in an optical sense, but for all practical purposes ... you will find some discussion on this, on this page: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/APS-C#Multiplier_factors
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The Tamron AF 28-300mm F/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Lens Aspherical [IF] MACRO, works "without limitation" according to the website of Pentax. I use a Sony A99 and I have nothing to complain about, especially f: 8 and up. Good luck!
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It also says it will not work with K-7 or K-5ii. This is a newer lens made for today's Pentax and Ricoh DSLR's. I wouldn't trust the assistant. Go to the Pentax site to determine if it will fit. I believe we can trust those who responded here.
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Yes.. If you buy a lens with a PK mount it will work on any Pentax camera that uses the PK system. This includes all Pentax cameras going back to the start of the PK system (1980s?). Some features of newer lenses will not work with older cameras that don't support the new features, but the lens will still work in manual or non-auto-focus mode with older film cameras. All Pentax digital DLSR cameras that use the PK mount support the features of the new PK lenses. The Pentax Q cameras do not use the PK mount, but you can buy a Q to PK adapter (not the best set up, but it will let you use your PK lens on a Q system camera). Yes.. If you buy a lens with a PK mount it will work on any Pentax camera that uses the PK system. This includes all Pentax cameras going back to the start of the PK system (1980s?). Some features of newer lenses will not work with older cameras that don't support the new features, but the lens will still work in manual or non-auto-focus mode with older film cameras. All Pentax digital DLSR cameras that use the PK mount support the features of the new PK lenses. The Pentax Q cameras do not use the PK mount, but you can buy a Q to PK adapter (not the best set up, but it will let you use your... » Read More Yes.. If you buy a lens with a PK mount it will work on any Pentax camera that uses the PK system. This includes all Pentax cameras going back to the start of the PK system (1980s?). Some features of newer lenses will not work with older cameras that don't support the new features, but the lens will still work in manual or non-auto-focus mode with older film cameras. All Pentax digital DLSR cameras that use the PK mount support the features of the new PK lenses. The Pentax Q cameras do not use the PK mount, but you can buy a Q to PK adapter (not the best set up, but it will let you use your PK lens on a Q system camera). « Show Less
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this is a great little camera....i can still use the lenses i have from my 35mm pentax super me that i have from the 80's !...including macro, telescopic and portrait lenses....older pentax bayonnet style lenses are compatible with the ist....so if you have or can get any older great lenses this would give you unlimited options !
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I bought and returned lens years ago and moved on to a Nkion system. I had problems with the lens back-focusing on the K10 which had no way of adjusting the focus in camera, so be aware of this issue depending on which body you have. As I recall, the lens was new in Pentax box with warranty. I would check the return policy just in case.