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Pentax 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED SMC DA

I have actually [partially] replaced a Sigma 105mm macro (a great lens) with this one. It is such a surprising product. I chose it based on reviews (not on this site, which I began consulting later), but I feel it is underappreciated. I am not too crazy about sharpness at the highest appertures and was rather disappointed with it at first when using Sv mode on k200. I would set it to high speeds for bird shooting and the camera would set it to F5.8 at 300mm thus getting subpar results. But then I tried Av mode and starting from F7.1 and lower this lens becomes an excellent performer. Highly recommend it!

here are some sample shots:

http://www.fotocommunity.com/pc/pc/mypics/1331433/display/16699278

http://www.fotocommunity.com/pc/pc/mypics/1331433/display/15966501

http://www.pentaxforums.com/gallery/index.php?n=12337