new lens

hi all

I'm thinking of a new lens
Pentax smc DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6 ED for my k10d

am i getting a better lens than i or ready own

pentax smc 18-55 f5-5.6 al kit lens and
Sigma DG28-300 1:3 F5-63

or am I just duplicating what i already own

this new lens will be used for wedding and portraits

James

It's a very nice lens that, usefully, takes the same size filter as the 18-55mm. Compact and sharp.

I think I would be inclined to upgrade vis a different path though. The Pentax 55-300mm is a better lens again and will keep that long reach for you.

For individual portraits the 50mm f1.4 FA (or the 55mm f1.4 DA) could be very nice, but considering the current new price you might want to pick one up from eBay instead of buying new.

thank you for your advice and noted but on a budget a the moment so i think i will go with 50-200mm

I live in rugby can anyone rent me a 18-55mm 1.8 for a weekend in november


James

You won't be disappointed with the 50-200mm, have fun with it!