Is the pentax smc da 12 24mm f 4 ed al if good for vlogging?

Only partly. This lens is a good wide zoom, but it's not an ideal vlogging lens.

On a Pentax K APS-C body, it frames like 18-36mm on full frame. The wide end is close to the 16-20mm equivalent I like for arm's-length shooting, but the long end at 36mm equivalent is too tight for most vlogs. It also isn't stabilised, and vlogging at arm's length shows every bit of shake.

If you already own a Pentax K body, it's a fine lens to shoot with, mostly at the wide end. If you're buying for vlogging, I'd look at a small APS-C or 1-inch camera with a wide lens instead. The video guide's vlogging section covers what to check, including a front-flipping screen and a microphone input. Budget for sound too, since bad audio hurts more than soft focus.

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