Pentax smc DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED
From the January 24, 2008 press release:
The smc PENTAX-DA 55-300mm F4-5.8ED is a high-magnification telephoto zoom lens offering an approximately 5.5-times zoom ratio and focal lengths between 84.5mm to 460mm in the 35mm format. With its wide coverage over medium- to super-telephoto ranges, it is perfect for a wide range of telephoto applications, including portraits, sports and landscapes. Incorporating two ED ( extra-low dispersion ) optical elements, it offers superb optical performance, with minimal chromatic aberrations over the entire zoom range.
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Sample photos
9 photos of Indonesian female models, taken by Kesha with the Pentax K10D and Pentax 55-300mm lens. All images were shot at ISO800. The telephoto reach of the 55-300 comes in handy here, as Kesha notes that "... there were more than 1600 photographers ..." at the event.
Kesha also remarks that the "... DA 55-300 is very useful for close up and it is sharp lens."
See more of Kesha's images.