Pentax D FA 28-105MM F3.5-5.6ED DC WR
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
What Buyers Say
Pentax D FA 28-105MM F3.5-5.6ED DC WR
The Pentax HD D FA 28-105mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR lens is widely praised as an exceptional value, delivering sharpness and clarity that rivals or exceeds more expensive zooms like the 24-70mm f/2.8. Users consistently highlight its compact size, light weight, weather resistance, and versatile focal range as ideal for travel and everyday photography on full-frame K-1 cameras. While a few note the variable aperture as a minor limitation, the consensus is that this lens punches far above its price point and is a no-brainer for Pentax shooters.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness for the price
- Compact and lightweight design
- Weather-resistant construction
- Versatile 28-105mm focal range
- Great value for money
Cons
- Variable aperture (f/3.5-5.6)
- Slightly narrow at wide end (28mm vs 24mm)
- Zoom ring requires slight effort
- No infinity focus indicator
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Scores
Specifications
| Pentax D FA 28-105MM F3.5-5.6ED DC WR | Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 105 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 7 |
| Groups | 11 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | Super Protect & HD Multi-Layer Coatings | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | 22-32★ | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Pentax K | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.44 kg | 0.20 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Supersonic Direct-Drive AF Motor | pulse stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.55★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Pentax D FA 28-105MM F3.5-5.6ED DC WR
- Strong versatility (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong build (75th percentile)
- Strong optical (69th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
