Pentax DA 22177 50mm
Pentax
51 Overall Score
vs
Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
Canon
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Pentax DA 22177 50mm
87 out of 100 high confidence 66 reviews
This Pentax 50mm f/1.8 lens is overwhelmingly praised for its sharpness, excellent value, and low-light performance, making it a favorite among portrait and street photographers. Users highlight its lightweight design and beautiful bokeh, though some note the plastic build and loud autofocus as minor drawbacks. A few reviewers were confused about full-frame compatibility, but most agree it's a must-have for APS-C Pentax cameras.
Pros
- razor sharp images
- excellent value for money
- great low light performance
- beautiful bokeh
- lightweight and compact
Cons
- plastic build quality
- loud autofocus
- not full frame compatible
- no lens hood included
- not weather sealed
Image quality 30
Value for money 25
Low light performance 15
Build quality 12
Autofocus speed 10
Portrait use 8
Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
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Scores
Travel
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Video Cinema
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Specifications
| Pentax DA 22177 50mm | Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 50 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 6 | 16 |
| Groups | 5 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | SP Coating | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | 6 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Pentax K | Canon EF-S |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.12 kg | 0.11 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | DC Micro Motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 451 mm★ | 457 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.67★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Pentax DA 22177 50mm
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (76th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average optical (31st percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
Pricing
Pentax DA 22177 50mm0.438score per dollar
vs
Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS0.165score per dollar
Pentax DA 22177 50mm offers 2.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
