Best budget lens for the pentax k 5?

For a budget Pentax K-5 setup, I'd start with the Pentax smc DA 50mm f/1.8. It's the cheap fast prime I'd recommend first. On the K-5 it frames like a 75mm, which suits portraits and low light.

For everyday shooting, the Pentax smc DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR covers wide to short telephoto. If you want more reach from one lens, the Tamron AF 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF) Macro covers a lot of range.

I don't list prices on the site, so check current listings before you buy. For how to split your money between body and lenses, see Your first camera.

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