Compare Pentax SMCP-FA 35mm f/2.0 AL Wide Angle Lens to Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens

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Pentax 22190

Pentax SMCP-FA 35mm f/2.0 AL Wide Angle Lens

Nikon 2178

Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens

 
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Product Description
A semiwideangle lens with much of the normal lens perspective but a larger viewing angle. This lens has internal floating elements for optimal results throughout the focus range. Bright,... More
A semiwideangle lens with much of the normal lens perspective but a larger viewing angle. This lens has internal floating elements for optimal results throughout the focus range. Bright, light and sharp. Less
Highly portable powerful zoom lens with high-quality optics designed for use with Nikon DX Format digital SLRs. With a 5.3X zoom and 16-85mm focal range this lens delivers superb versatility... More
Highly portable powerful zoom lens with high-quality optics designed for use with Nikon DX Format digital SLRs. With a 5.3X zoom and 16-85mm focal range this lens delivers superb versatility for a wide variety of shooting situations. Equipped with Nikon?s second-generation Vibration Reduction (VRII) system and exclusive Silent Wave Motor (SWM) it offers superb performance in low-light delivering steady images to both the sensor and viewfinder and features fast quiet autofocus. An ideal all-round lens for today?s high-resolution SLRs. Less
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Key Features   
Min Aperture f/22 f/22
Camera Format   35 mm SLR Digital SLR
Focus Type   Autofocus Autofocus
Lens Max Aperture f/2 f/3.5-f/5.6
Focal Length 35mm 16mm - 85mm
Lens Type   Fixed Focal Length Lens Zoom Lens
Mount - Nikon
Other Features   
Brand Pentax Nikon
Diaphragm Blades - 7 Blades
Image Stabilization - With Image Stabilization
Closest Focusing Distance 12 in 14.96 in
Picture Angle 63 degrees 18.83 - 83 degrees
Attachment / Filter Size 49 mm 67 mm
Macro Lens   Without Macro Lens Without Macro Lens
Groups / Elements 6 Elements in 5 Groups 17 Elements in 11 Groups
Designed for Digital Camera - Yes
Dimensions   
Weight 6.9 oz 17.1 oz
Diameter 2.5 in 2.8 in
Length 1.8 in 3.4 in
Miscellaneous   
Product ID 20723840 53855810
Release Date - March, 2008
UPC 027075046351 718122224821
Product MPN   
MPN 22190 2178
 
Consumer Reviews
Pentax 22190
Pentax SMCP-FA 35mm f/2.0 AL Wide Angle Lens
$549.99
Nikon 2178
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens
From $699.99
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Product Review Summary

5.0
Based on 2 user reviews
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Pros
  • Good Quality (3)
  • Fast Focus (2)
  • Sharp Focus (2)
  • Easy to Use (1)
  • Versatile (1)
  • Durable (1)
Cons
  • Poor Focus (1)
  • Poor Quality (1)
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Consumer Reviews

193

An Excellent Zoom Lens from a Genuine Camera Maker!

bypaulphoto Dec 27, 2008
48 Helpfuls 49 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Excellent focal range, image quality and packs all wonderful ...
Cons 67mm filter size is a stinger! Build quality. Confusing focal length designation.
Recommended it? Yes

I explored two zoom lenses: Nikon AF-S Nikkor VR 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED (IF) DX and Tokina 16-50mm f/2.8 ATX Pro DX. In this review, I will discuss the Nikkor AF-S 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR IF and will soon post a review of the Tokina 16-50mm f/2.8 as well. The name of this zoom lens is quite a mouth... Read full review »

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Nikon shows deft development of classic

bytomstainer Sep 25, 2008
17 Helpfuls 18 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros useful range, extra wide angle, robust build, easy to use, Nikon quality
Cons No weather seal, more expensive than similar third party offerings
Recommended it? Yes

Note: I'll stick to my more or less standard disclaimer about my reviews - I'm not a techhead and I'm more concerned with taking nice pictures than analysing in painstaking detail every last nuance of the equipment I use. If you want learned discussion on chromatic aberration, corner softness or... Read full review »

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