Hi, I have read that the DA L lenses are NOT weather resistant. However, the lens here is listed as a 18-55 mm DA L WR. What is your understanding? TY
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Hi there, the DA L Kit lens that comes with the K-50 are Weather Resistant. I already have tested it under heavy rain conditions.
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There are multiple models of the 18-55. The one that comes with the K-50 is weather resistant.
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The Pentax lenses listed with WR are weather resistant. There are only a few and yes the 18-55mm DA L WR is Weather Resistant.
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As far as we can tell, these are weather resistant:http://www.dpreview.com/news/2009/5/20/pentaxdalenses
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WR here stands for Weather Resistant. DA L, AL (Digital Era, Analog Era) Lenses. WR lenses are little more rugged and can handle rougher usage. I had dropped one of the lenses from a good height and was lucky that it didnt crack or scratch. I just dusted it and started clicking again. I also saw a video on youtube where a user placed his pentax camera in sand (hiding and covering it in sand). He took pictures and then cleaned the camera and lenses under running water from a tap. He mentioned he was using WR lenses, so that was pretty impressive.
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This lens is a "DO" (Diffractive Optics). Although not officially an "L" series the build quality it very similar to it with the main difference being the style of optics internal to the lens. It is far higher quality than the standard EF or EF-S lenses.
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No, none of the currently available lenses are. Some of the new lenses Fuji will release later this year are going to be weather resistant.
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The 18 - 55mm lens that comes with the K-5 is Weather resistant and I can only say that because it was the lens that came with my K-5. I have to admit that I have been impressed with both the camera and that lens. It's clear, sharp, and I was able to take photos in snowy weather without any worries although I wouldn't take it out in pouring rain.
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I don't think it has any special weather resistance. I treat it as any of my other lenses.
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I cannot know which set you are looking at. The lens should be designated by Pentax with the letters WR on the lens for you to know that it is weather resistant. Good luck with your shopping.
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It is "water resistant" when used with a water resistant lens. Older lens probably won't give much protection. I think if it a a safeguard if I get caught in the rain.
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I got the one with the 18-55mm lens which is weather resistant. Apart from the lens there is the camera body, manual, some warranty paperwork, serial number cards, a CD which has some photo development software, camera strap, lens front and back covers, camera body cover, a cover for the flash port (pre-installed), viewfinder cover (pre-installed), rechargeable battery, battery charger, power cord, USB cord. These are the things I can remember.
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I just measured the temp of the lens with a laser temperature gun. It is 53 degrees outside currently and the lens cover measured 64 degrees. It is cool to the touch and the lights have been on for two hours. Hope this helps.
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No. The only weather sealed lens currently available is the 18-135mm zoom. the 35mm/F1.4 is a very nice lens though. It is MUCH smaller and lighter than the 23mm/F1.4 and the 56mm/F1.2 (which is a beast, weighing over 14 ounces). All of very nice in low light. The 35mm is a good low light travel lens because of its size and weight.
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Personally I wish I had gotten the 18-135 as the two DA L lenses are pretty poor quality in comparison, and you actually save money on the 18-135.
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I have the same queation as D Goel...and what is the "UD"? i HAVE PURCHASED TWO 60D's with the 18-135 kit lens. Had to return the first because of a flaw in the front element, now am faced with exchanging this new one as well because of dust visible in the interior glass. Am considering buying just the camera body and getting the lens separately. Maybe the kit lens is being manufactured with a lower standard of QC?
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I put mine in that locking box which I think protected it some from weather but I am sure it got wet without insult. Sometimes the lens was affected by water droplets but that is not a malfunction. As for cold, I think it ran out of juice faster in cold weather, a problem solved with lithium batteries albeit an expensive option.
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No, the lens is black, just as every other lenses. But it looks pretty good anyway.This is the default 18-55mm lens kit, so, no, it's not Weather Sealed. You should look for a bundle which contains the "WR" code in the lens.
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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!
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Don't expose it to rain. Doesn't get cold here so not sure about that. Under eves might be OK. Some rain on lens OK but might leave residue. Power supply not approved for outdoors, so at your own risk.
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Outside no problem. Inside or in low light you need to boost the ISO quite a bit. If you are shooting things that move IS is no lost at all this is because for most sports or bird in flight you need to be at 1/500 anyway to freeze the motion. I had the lens for over a year, was hesitating to buy it for exactly the same reason and in the end its a really fantastic lens and I don't miss IS at all.