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18-55 SMC DA

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 22:57:05 -0500

by: Dirk

Description: <p>this is a cheap standard size kit lens for the pentax k10d and is a solid performer for the price to pay</p>

50-135mm f/2.8 ED (IF) SDM

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:02:08 -0500

by: Jason Hermann

Description: The Pentax SMCP-DA* 50-135mm f/2.8 ED (IF) SDM Autofocus Lens is a high-quality telephoto zoom lens that is designed for exclusive use with Pentax digital SLR cameras. It offers a focal length that is equivalent (in 35mm format) from 75mm to 202mm. This wide coverage is ideal for a variety of telephoto applications, including portraiture, sports and scenery. The image circle in DA-series lenses is designed to perfectly match the 23.5mm x 15.7mm size of the CCD used in Pentax digital SLRs to optimize camera performance.(*) This design also contributes to a drastic reduction in size, weight and production cost, compared to 35mm-format counterparts with similar specifications. Pentax DA* (DA-Star) zoom lenses come equipped with the SDM System, which assures smoother, quieter auto-focusing operation by using a built-in supersonic motor. When mounted on the K10D digital SLR camera body, the focus mode is automatically switched to SDM-assisted auto-focusing. When mounted on older Pentax digital SLR camera bodies, the conventional autofocus mode using a camera-mounted motor is selected. Like all Pentax lenses, this lens is treated with smc coating for maximum light transmission, sharp definition, and high contrast images. In addition, SP (Super Protective) coating made of a special fluoride compound has been applied to the front surface of the lens through the use of a unique evaporation process. As a result, the lens offers excellent water- and oil-repellent performance and makes for easier cleaning should the lens be accidentally smeared with fingerprints or cosmetics. Note! (*)Only compatible with Digital SLR cameras Incorporates 3 Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass lens elements to compensate for chromatic aberration. DA*-series lenses feature tightly sealed, weather-resistant and dust-resistant construction that enhance durability for use in rain or dusty conditions. Quick-Shift Focus System allows to instantly switch the focus mode from AF to manual with a slight twist of the focus ring. SP (Super Protective) coating made of a special fluoride compound has been applied to the front surface of the lens to offer excellent water- and oil-repellent performance Incorporates a metallic lens mount for extra durability <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/485184-USA/Pentax_21660_SMCP_DA_50_135mm_f_2_8_ED.html/BI/7257/KBID/7777&img=bh-logo-73x50.gif" target="_blank"> <img style="border: 0pt none;" src="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/affiliateimages/bh-logo-73x50.gif" border="0" alt="" width="73" height="50" /></a> <img src="http://affiliates.bhphotovideo.com/showban.asp?id=7777&img=bh-logo-73x50.gif" border="0" alt="" /> <a title="BH Photo Price" href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/485184-USA/Pentax_21660_SMCP_DA_50_135mm_f_2_8_ED.html" target="_blank">Buy At BHPhoto >></a>

Normal SMCP-FA 50mm f/1.4 Autofocus Lens

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 20:55:27 -0500

by: Jason Hermann

Description: A standard lens for Pentax autofocus cameras with a bright f/1.4 aperture. The SMCP-FA 50mm f/1.4 is an excellent choice for lowlight handheld photography, and effectively becomes a brilliant short telephoto portrait lens when used upon the *ist series of digital SLR cameras. The Pentax Super Multi Coating process provides the highest possible transmission of light. If you use the SMCP-FA 50mm f/1.4 with an *ist series digital SLR camera and desire the light-shielding contrast benefits from a lens hood, Pentax's RH-RB49 hood (catalog number 34774, B&H item code "PELH70210AF") provides the most effective shielding. While this hood would cause vignetting with a full-frame 24 x 36mm-type camera(such as a Pentax 35mm SLR), the smaller 23.5 x 15.7mm sensor size of the *ist series makes the RH-RB49 an ideal shielding device. In such applications, a 49mm polarizer can be used at the front of the hood with no darkening of the image corners. <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/40755-USA/Pentax_20817_Normal_SMCP_FA_50mm_f_1_4.html/BI/7257/KBID/7777&img=bh-logo-73x50.gif" target="_blank"> <img style="border: 0pt none;" src="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/affiliateimages/bh-logo-73x50.gif" border="0" alt="" width="73" height="50" /></a> <img src="http://affiliates.bhphotovideo.com/showban.asp?id=7777&img=bh-logo-73x50.gif" border="0" alt="" /> <a title="BH Photo Price" href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/40755-USA/Pentax_20817_Normal_SMCP_FA_50mm_f_1_4.html" target="_blank">Buy At BHPhoto >></a>