The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Pentax 35mm F2.4 AL and the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L is the longer of the two lenses at 47mm. The Pentax 35mm F2.4 AL with a length of 45mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 63mm.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Pentax 35mm F2.4 AL weighs 124g, which means it is 91g (42%) lighter than the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L which has a weight of 215g.
Filter Threads
Both the Pentax 35mm F2.4 AL and the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L have the same Filter thread size of 49mm.
Below are links to the 49mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Pentax 35mm F2.4 AL and the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L has the same Pentax KAF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Pentax KAF lenses are Pentax K-3 III Monochrome, Pentax KF and Pentax K-3 III.
Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L is also available in Pentax KAF mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Pentax 35mm F2.4 AL has the fastest aperture of
F2.4, the Pentax 35mm F2.8 Macro L's widest aperture value is
F2.8.