In this review, we'll compare the Samsung D-Xenon 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 for the KAF2 Mount with the Pentax 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED Fisheye for the KAF Mount, both Wideangle Zoom lenses designed by Samsung and Pentax, respectively. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 10-17mm and F3.5 - F4.5 so they are very comparable in this regard.
We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two lenses. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.
What type of photography are the Samsung D-Xenon 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 and Pentax 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED Fisheye lenses good for?
The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samsung D-Xenon 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 and the Pentax 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED Fisheye for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Photography Type |
Samsung D-Xenon 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 |
Pentax 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED Fisheye |
Bird/Wildlife | Poor | Poor |
Sports | Poor | Poor |
Portrait | Fair | Fair |
Travel | Good | Good |
Street | Good | Good |
Wedding | Fair | Fair |
Walk Around | Good | Good |
Vlogging | Very Good | Very Good |
Landscape | Very Good | Very Good |
Macro | Average | Fair |
Size and Weight Comparison
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.
Lens Mounts
The Samsung D-Xenon 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 has the Pentax KAF2 lens mount whereas the Pentax 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED Fisheye has the Pentax KAF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are , and for the Pentax KAF2 Mount and Pentax K-3 III Monochrome, Pentax KF and Pentax K-3 III for the Pentax KAF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
10-17mm and the fastest aperture of
F3.5 - F4.5.