Pentax's standard kit zoom — the DA 18-55mm AL without WR weather resistance.
The Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL is the standard non-weather-resistant version of Pentax's APS-C kit zoom — same lens as the generic listing described across earlier IDs. The AL aspherical element. No WR weather sealing. Covering 27-82mm equivalent. Benefits from body SR. The WR version (ID 4746) is preferred for outdoor use.
Basic kit zoom optics with AL aspherical element. Sharpness acceptable. Variable aperture. Benefits from Pentax body SR. The non-WR version lacks the weather protection of the WR variant. Adequate for casual photography. The K mount ensures compatibility with all Pentax bodies. A basic starter lens for the Pentax system.
Pentax K mount, APS-C. Filter thread 52mm. Weight approximately 220 grams. Build quality basic — no weather sealing. Screw-drive AF. Benefits from body SR. The WR version is preferred for any outdoor use. The 52mm filter and compact size suit the Pentax portable philosophy. A basic kit zoom.
Very cheap. The WR version is preferred. Basic kit zoom quality. Benefits from body SR. Not recommended when the WR version costs the same. Only if the WR version is unavailable. The non-WR provides no weather protection for outdoor use.