{"product_id":"pentax-da-55-300-ed-plm-wr-re-4-5-6-3-regular","title":"Pentax HD DA 55-300mm, ED, PLM, WR, RE","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePentax HD DA 55-300mm f\/4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact telephoto zoom made for Pentax APS-C digital cameras, offering plenty of reach without the bulk of a larger telephoto setup.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e55-300mm range gives an equivalent field of view of approximately 84.5-460mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a useful option for wildlife, sport, travel, outdoor photography and anything you can't simply walk closer to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePLM pulse motor\u003c\/strong\u003e provides electronic autofocus, while the retractable \u003cstrong\u003eRE design\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the lens relatively compact when it's packed away. Pentax also gives it \u003cstrong\u003eWR weather-resistant construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a particularly practical match for weather-resistant Pentax camera bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eInside, the lens uses 14 elements in 11 groups, including an ED glass element, while its 0.95m minimum focusing distance and 0.30x maximum magnification let you get surprisingly close to smaller subjects for a telephoto zoom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistant subjects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortraits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePentax APS-C DSLR users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight telephoto kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShooting in changing weather conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e55mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, you're starting at approximately an \u003cstrong\u003e84.5mm-equivalent\u003c\/strong\u003e field of view, useful for portraits and tighter everyday compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e300mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, the field of view is equivalent to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e460mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you serious reach for wildlife, sport and distant details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe maximum aperture changes from \u003cstrong\u003ef\/4.5 at the short end to f\/6.3 at 300mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. This isn't designed as a fast low-light telephoto. Instead, the emphasis is on useful reach, relatively low weight and portability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRE designation means Retractable\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the lens collapses to a shorter length when you're carrying it. \u003cstrong\u003eWR means Weather Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e, while \u003cstrong\u003ePLM refers to its pulse autofocus motor\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOne important compatibility point: this is a relatively modern electronically controlled Pentax lens. Its PLM autofocus and electromagnetic diaphragm mean \u003cstrong\u003ecamera-body compatibility should be checked\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly with older Pentax DSLRs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Client Transfer SS8","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47701200240694,"sku":"640005S","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4590\/5974\/files\/Pentax4.5to6.3-55to300mm-2.png?v=1790145837","url":"https:\/\/www.sydneysuper8.com.au\/products\/pentax-da-55-300-ed-plm-wr-re-4-5-6-3-regular","provider":"SS8","version":"1.0","type":"link"}