{"product_id":"pentax-smc-da-18-55mm-f-3-5-5-6-al-aps-c-zoom-boxed-mint","title":"Pentax SMC DA 18–55mm f\/3.5–5.6 AL  – APS-C Zoom – Boxed Mint","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePentax SMC DA 18–55mm f\/3.5–5.6 AL II WR lens in excellent condition, designed for \u003cstrong\u003ePentax K-mount APS-C DSLRs\u003c\/strong\u003e. This second-generation kit zoom features \u003cstrong\u003eimproved optics\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSuper Multi-Coating (SMC)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eweather-resistant sealing\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for outdoor and travel photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced as an upgrade over the original DA 18–55mm, this version includes \u003cstrong\u003eone aspherical and one ED element\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce aberrations and improve sharpness. It offers a \u003cstrong\u003e35mm equivalent range of 27–82.5mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, covering wide to short telephoto. The lens supports \u003cstrong\u003eQuick-Shift Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing manual override without switching out of AF mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Length: 18–55mm (27–82.5mm equivalent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Aperture: f\/3.5–5.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount: Pentax KAF (APS-C only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical Design: 11 elements in 8 groups (incl. 1 ED, 1 aspherical)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Focus Distance: 0.25m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum Magnification: 0.34×\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter Thread: 52mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutofocus: Screw-drive with Quick-Shift manual override\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather-Sealed: Yes (WR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: ~220g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePentax SMC DA 18–55mm f\/3.5–5.6 AL II WR lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEO Keywords:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePentax 18–55mm WR lens, SMC DA AL II zoom, weather-sealed Pentax kit lens, APS-C K-mount lens, Pentax DSLR lens, 27–82mm equivalent zoom, Pentax Quick-Shift lens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis lens is a \u003cstrong\u003esurprisingly capable kit zoom\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when stopped down to f\/5.6–f\/8. Sharpness is strongest at mid-range focal lengths, and distortion is well-controlled. The WR sealing makes it a reliable companion for outdoor shooting, especially when paired with weather-sealed bodies like the K-70 or K-5. A solid performer for casual use, travel, or as a lightweight backup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PENTAX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54022802571606,"sku":null,"price":24.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP8484_448d41f3-8993-4ff5-b2c5-5de1660f653f.jpg?v=1779985356","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/pentax-smc-da-18-55mm-f-3-5-5-6-al-aps-c-zoom-boxed-mint","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}