Pentax smc DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR

Pentax smc DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR is a versatile standard zoom lens designed for everyday photography, offering dependable performance in a compact, weather-resistant package.

With a focal length range of 18–55 mm (equivalent to approximately 27–84.5 mm on a 35 mm film camera), this Pentax zoom covers wide-angle to short telephoto perspectives, making it suitable for landscapes, portraits, street scenes and travel photography.

The lens features an aperture range from f/3.5 to f/5.6, with a minimum aperture number of f/5.6 at the long end, providing a balance between low-light capability and compact optics. Its 3x zoom capability lets you reframe scenes quickly without changing lenses.

Autofocus and manual focus are both supported, giving you fast automatic focusing for run-and-gun shooting as well as precise manual control when you need to fine-tune focus for creative work. The lens’ black finish is discreet and professional for everyday use.

Weather-resistant (WR) construction adds reliability for shooting in light rain or dusty conditions, expanding the range of environments where this lens can be used without worry.

Typical use cases include travel photography where weight and versatility matter, event and street photography that benefit from a flexible focal range, and casual portrait sessions where the short telephoto reach is useful.

Key selling points are its compact size, 3x zoom flexibility, both AF and MF operation, and weather resistance which together make it a practical walkaround lens for Pentax DSLR users.

• Focal length: 18–55 mm (27–84.5 mm equiv.)
• Aperture range: f/3.5–5.6
• 3x zoom with AF and MF
• Weather-resistant construction
• Color: Black