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Pentax smc DA★ 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM

A Star-series fast telephoto (300mm equivalent on APS-C) with SDM focusing and weather sealing, 825g. A compact choice for indoor sport and wildlife; works with Pentax's 1.4x rear converter.

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£999 new
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Core
Released
2008
Focal Length
200mm
Aperture
f/2.8
Compatible Mount
Pentax K-mount
Filter Size
77mm
Dimensions
83mm diameter × 134mm length
Weight
825g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
SDM ultrasonic motor
Optical IS
None (relies on body IS if available)
Aperture Blades
9
Magnification
0.2x
Min. Focus Distance
1.2m

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre

Base score — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. Camera Match adjusts it for your skill level and priorities.

Portrait
6.3
Street
4.8
Travel
5.0
Wedding & Events
5.2
Filmmaking
3.6
Documentary
4.5
Sports & Action
6.5
Landscape
6.3
Wildlife
5.8
Casual
4.5
Food
4.9
Architecture
6.0
Underwater
5.3
✅ Great For
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Sports & Action 6.5 Strong on focal length, optical quality and burst-speed support.
⚠️ Not Ideal For
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Filmmaking 3.6 Held back by video handling and focal length.
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Documentary 4.5 Held back by video handling and focal length.
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Casual 4.5 Held back by focal length and optical stabilisation.
📝 How suitability scores are calculated GearScore™ genre scores are calculated from this camera's verified specifications — autofocus, sensor, weight, weather sealing and more — weighted by what matters for each type of photography. Where a spec sheet misses something (e.g. a manual-focus rangefinder for street), we apply a documented editorial adjustment. Scores are not based on customer reviews. See our full methodology →
Price History — smc DA★ 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM