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Black weather-sealed zoom lens with hood, cap, case, filter kit and cleaning accessories

PENTAX

PENTAX HD DA 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW Lens Bundle

SKU CH-6X13-HD5DD

A 16-50mm f/2.8 standard zoom for APS-C DSLRs with PLM autofocus, electromagnetic diaphragm and a 77mm filter kit included

  • Fast f/2.8 aperture excels in low light and creates smooth background blur
  • 16 elements in 10 groups deliver sharp, high-contrast images across the zoom range
  • PLM autofocus motor provides rapid, quiet subject tracking for decisive moments
  • Focuses as close as .3 m with .24× magnification for detailed close-up work
  • Complete bundle adds 77 mm filter kit, cleaning supplies, hood, cap and case

Standard zoom for APS-C SLRs

The HD Pentax-DA 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW is a constant-aperture standard zoom built for Pentax APS-C digital SLR cameras. It covers a 16-50mm focal range with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 across the zoom. The bundle adds a 77mm filter kit, cleaning kit, cleaning cloth, lens cleaner, hood PH-RBN77, cap O-LC77 and case S120-150. It suits photographers wanting one weather-resistant lens for everyday and low-light work.

Check mount and filter thread

Verify your camera uses the Pentax K mount for APS-C bodies before ordering. The lens takes 77mm filters, so any existing screw-in filters must match that diameter. The PLM autofocus motor and electromagnetic diaphragm require a compatible body for full AF speed and exposure control; older bodies may not support all functions. Ensure you have space for the included hood and case in your bag.

Replaces variable-aperture kit zooms

This lens upgrades from slower variable-aperture zooms that dim at the long end, giving constant f/2.8 brightness throughout the 16-50mm range. The jump is worth it when you need reliable low-light exposure, consistent depth-of-field control and quieter PLM focusing for video. It is not for shooters who need wider than 16mm, longer than 50mm or full-frame coverage.

Highlights

  • Fast f/2.8 aperture excels in low light and creates smooth background blur
  • 16 elements in 10 groups deliver sharp, high-contrast images across the zoom range
  • PLM autofocus motor provides rapid, quiet subject tracking for decisive moments
  • Focuses as close as .3 m with .24× magnification for detailed close-up work
  • Complete bundle adds 77 mm filter kit, cleaning supplies, hood, cap and case

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What items are included in the bundle and what must I purchase separately?

The bundle contains the HD Pentax-DA 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW lens, a 77mm filter kit, cleaning kit, cleaning cloth, lens cleaner, lens hood (PH-RBN77), lens cap (O-LC77) and lens case (S120-150). A compatible PENTAX APS-C digital SLR camera body is required separately.

How do I decide which version or capacity of this lens to choose?

This product is offered as a single 16-50mm f/2.8 configuration with a 77mm filter thread. There are no alternative focal lengths, aperture variants or filter sizes to select from within this listing.

What does the constant f/2.8 aperture mean when I use the lens on my camera?

The maximum aperture stays at f/2.8 throughout the 16-50mm zoom range, giving consistent low-light performance and depth-of-field control whether you are shooting wide at 16mm or zoomed to 50mm.

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