Is the lens weather resistant? Wondering if the lens that comes with this is weather resistant version?
1086916
Email the vendor you are interested in to check as the vendor I bought from sent a regular lens. Also check with B&H; Photo as theirs does include the waterproof lens and when I bought mine their price was very good.
1086917
Yes, I like to know the same, Is 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 Lens weatherproof lens or just ordinary ?
1433334
The lens itself does not have any rubber gaskets to keep out water and dust. At its closest focusing distance, there is a gap between the first element and the mount where you can see the electronic chip so put the focus somewhere in the middle during storage so nothing gets inside the lens. I've personally used it in the snow and got it pretty wet(heh) but all in all it was ok when I got home. It should be fine for usage in moderately dusty places.
955650
I don't believe this lens is weather sealed if that is what you are asking?? Personally it wouldn't matter to me if it was, because I tend to avoid the weather elements as much as possible.
725618
I use mine mostly outdoors at Motocross races and sporting events, I love it for the price. If doing large groups then you will definitely need a back up lens for that. I have had mine for about a year now and its still working great!
2183938
I don't know if they are "rain proof" but they are certainly "rain resistant." They seem to be sealed very well and there is a rain shield on the top of the camera. It will slide out to shield the lens from stray raindrops. I tried to mount my cameras where they would be protected from direct rain.
1271560
It is also a weather prof lens. The macro is not a true 1:1 though, but the image quality is excellent.
2058981
Yes it is. I bought it with the K-30, specifically because it was weather sealed. I have not used the lens or the camera yet in harsh conditions. My evaluation is based on just the useability of the lens, and the quality of pictures I have gotten so far.
159813
T2i isn't dustproof either... If your worried about serious amounts of dust, you should buy L lenses and a XXD or XD frame (e.g. 30D frame, 5D frame, etc). If you can't afford a weather resistant frame, you probably shouldn't worry about getting weather resistant glass...
285695
No. Been Putting Off Buying It Because Of That . I Have Been Hopng They Would Come Out With A WeatherProof Lens I Don't Think Pentax Is Going To Come Out With One Any Time soon. It Is A Really Nice Lens Though. Especially For The Money
2095170
Yes, the lens that comes with the AW1 is weatherproof. Other Nikon 1 lenses also work with the AW1, but are not weatherproof.
1319247
It seems some what water resistant. I haven't been caught in the rain with it as if yet though. It's toddler resistant if that says anything?! Wish I had a better answer for you... I do love the bag though, now I need a larger one for additional lenses and "stuff"...
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Ours did and then we call the Pentax reprehensive in Colorado with a concern and was sent a two year extension. Total OF 3 years WARRANTY FROM PENTAX! So far we love the body and the Pentax 18-270 lens we ordered at the same time. The body is weather resistant when using a WR rated lens (which the 18-270 is not!) The 18-270 is an excellent universal lens, but I would suggest looking for a inclement weather lens (like the 18-135) for bad weather needs.
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I got the one with the 18-55mm lens which is weather resistant. Apart from the lens there is the camera body, manual, some warranty paperwork, serial number cards, a CD which has some photo development software, camera strap, lens front and back covers, camera body cover, a cover for the flash port (pre-installed), viewfinder cover (pre-installed), rechargeable battery, battery charger, power cord, USB cord. These are the things I can remember.
1520464
No it is not supposed to be weather-sealed, but I have a wrap-around case for it and was in the rain with it at Yosemite near a waterfall and it was fine. I don't do anything more or less with this lens than I would with any lens, and all lenses I consider to be delicate and you have to protect the front glass element and try to stay away from very wet environments no matter what lens I'm using. So I end up treating this lens like any other I've had in the past, simply speaking.
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WR is the designation for weather-resistant lenses, and AW is the designation for weather AND dust resistant lenses. Note that the lenses included in this kit are NOT weather resistant lenses. Seems odd to me for Pentax to pair these lenses with a camera that markets itself hard as being weather and dust resistant.
1987247
The camera is extremely well built and some of the RX10 covers on some of the ports will repel moisture but the lens itself because it is a zoom lens is susceptible to dust and moisture contamination. Rain, moisture and dust should be avoided if you wish to have a full functioning camera. Sony was using weather resistant as marketing hype to suggest better quality constructed camera which is true but it is definitely not weather proof in any way whatsoever.
185714
I'm not sure of what your question is about ,the housing is weather proof rain drops could spot the outside of the plastic lens. May have a problem if you live where the temps get very cold with pan and focus.