Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW

FOCAL 150-450mmAPERTURE f/4.5-5.6WEIGHT 2000gFILTER 86mm

Wildlife & animalsWeather sealed

New ≈£1,999

Used at MPB*£1,049–1,179

Overview

The Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW is a full frame 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 zoom lens for the Pentax K mount. It weighs about 2000g and takes 86mm filters, and it's weather sealed.

It's a strong choice for wildlife & animals. As much reach as you can carry: 400–600mm equivalent or more.

In our database it fits 7 camera bodies natively. Approximate new price is £1,999; used at MPB it sells for £1,049–1,179 depending on condition and mount (checked 5 November 2026).

Specifications

Brand	Pentax
Mounts	Pentax K (First-party)
Coverage	Full frame
Focal length	150-450mm
Equivalent on Full frame	150-450mm
Equivalent on APS-C (×1.5)	225-675mm
Maximum aperture	f/4.5-5.6
Focus	Autofocus
Stabilisation	No
Weather sealing	Yes
Weight	≈2000 g
Filter thread	86 mm
Approx. new price	£1,999
Used at MPB (Pentax K)	£1,049–1,179

Compatible camera bodies

7 native

Pentax K-1 Mark II2018 · Full frameNativeFirst-party · used from £1,049 Pentax K-3 Mark III2021 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · new ≈—Pentax K-12016 · Full frameNativeFirst-party · used from £784 Pentax KP2017 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · used from £464 Pentax K-702016 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · new ≈—Pentax KF2022 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · new ≈£849 Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome2023 · APS-CNativeFirst-party · new ≈—

Alternatives to compare

Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports60-600mm · f/4.5-6.3 · 2495g · E, L≈£1,999 new · used from £1,679

Panasonic Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 OIS100-500mm · f/5-7.1 · 1300g · L≈£1,999 new · used from £1,349

Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM200-800mm · f/6.3-9 · 2050g · RF≈£1,899 new · used from £1,599

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM100-400mm · f/4.5-5.6 · 1570g · EF≈£1,899 new · used from £689

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

Real-world shots taken with the Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW lens. Results are searches on each site, so check the camera or lens listed in each photo's details.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW compatible with?

It's available for Pentax K. Native bodies here include Pentax K-1 Mark II, Pentax K-3 Mark III, Pentax K-1, Pentax KP, Pentax K-70, Pentax KF.

Is the Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW weather sealed?

Yes, it has dust and moisture resistance.

Does the Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW have image stabilisation?

No. Use a camera with in-body stabilisation (IBIS) for steady hand-held shots.

What is the Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW best for?

Wildlife & animals. As much reach as you can carry: 400–600mm equivalent or more.