Pentax HD DA 55-300mm f4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE Lens

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Pentax HD DA 55-300mm F/4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE – Versatile Telephoto Zoom for Pentax APS-C DSLRs

Compact & Lightweight Super-Telephoto Zoom with Fast Autofocus

The Pentax HD DA 55-300mm F/4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE is a powerful and compact telephoto zoom lens, designed for APS-C format Pentax K-mount DSLRs. With a 35mm equivalent focal range of 84.5-460mm, it covers everything from portrait-length to super-telephoto, making it ideal for wildlife, sports, travel, and action photography.

Featuring Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements, HD and SP coatings, and a weather-resistant (WR) build, this lens ensures sharp, high-contrast images with minimal aberrations, even in challenging conditions. The Pulse Motor (PLM) autofocus system delivers fast, quiet, and precise focusing, making it perfect for both still photography and video recording.

Key Features & Benefits

Versatile 55-300mm Focal Range for a Variety of Subjects

  • Provides a 35mm equivalent focal length of 84.5-460mm, covering portrait, wildlife, action, and distant subjects.
  • A variable F/4.5-6.3 aperture balances light-gathering ability with compact portability.

Advanced Optical Design for Superior Image Quality

  • Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass minimises chromatic aberrations and colour fringing, ensuring sharp, clear images throughout the zoom range.
  • HD (High Definition) Coating enhances contrast, reduces flare and ghosting, and maintains colour accuracy in strong lighting conditions.
  • SP (Super Protect) Coating on front and rear elements repels dust, fingerprints, and moisture, making it easier to clean.

Fast, Smooth Autofocus with PLM Technology

  • Pulse Motor (PLM) autofocus system ensures quick, quiet, and highly accurate focusing, ideal for capturing fast-moving subjects.
  • Electromagnetic diaphragm control enables precise exposure adjustments, particularly useful for video recording.
  • Quick-Shift Focus System allows for instant manual focus override, providing more control in critical shooting situations.

Weather-Resistant (WR) Build for Outdoor Reliability

  • 11 weather seals protect against dust and moisture, making this lens perfect for shooting in challenging outdoor environments.

Compact, Retractable Design for Easy Portability

  • Lightweight and travel-friendly, designed for photographers on the go.
  • Retractable construction reduces the lens size when not in use, making it easy to store and transport.

Nine-Blade Rounded Diaphragm for Smooth Bokeh

  • The nine-blade aperture creates beautifully smooth, natural bokeh, enhancing portrait and wildlife photography with pleasing background blur.

Why Choose the Pentax HD DA 55-300mm F/4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE?

  • Super-telephoto zoom range covers everything from portraits to distant action shots.
  • Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass and HD Coating ensure sharp, high-contrast images with minimal aberrations.
  • Fast, silent PLM autofocus system, ideal for both stills and video shooting.
  • Weather-resistant construction with 11 seals for outdoor reliability.
  • Retractable, lightweight design for portability and ease of use.

Capture Every Moment with the Pentax HD DA 55-300mm F/4.5-6.3

For photographers seeking a versatile telephoto zoom lens with professional-quality optics, the Pentax HD DA 55-300mm F/4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE delivers exceptional performance in a compact, weather-sealed design. Whether capturing wildlife, sports, or travel photography, this lens ensures sharp, vibrant, and beautifully detailed images in any condition.

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Focal Length

55 to 300mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 84.5 to 460mm)

Maximum Aperture f/4.5 to 6.3
Minimum Aperture f/22 to 32
Lens Mount Pentax K
Lens Format Coverage APS-C
Angle of View 29° to 5.4°
Minimum Focus Distance 3.05' / 93 cm
Maximum Magnification 0.3x
Optical Design

14 Elements in 11 Groups

Diaphragm Blades 9, Rounded
Focus Type Autofocus
Image Stabilization No
Filter Size 58 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)

3.01 x 3.5" / 76.5 x 89 mm

Weight 15.59 oz / 442 g

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