The unique smc PENTAX-FA 31mm F1.8 AL Limited lens offers exceptionally high image quality and, when used on a PENTAX DSLR a perspective similar to that of the human eye. It incorporates a glass-moulded aspherical lens element into its 9-element, 7-group optics, and offers sharp, crisp image reproduction, even at the maximum aperture of F1.8. It features a beautiful aluminium body and comes equipped with a flower-shaped lens hood. Focal length of 31mm for opening up new possibilities in wide-angle expression. This lens uses glass molded aspherical and high-reflection, low dispersion lenses together with a large aperture of F1.8 for sharp imaging performance with natural perspective and high contrast, and the floating lens system allows proper imaging performance at all shooting distances for providing exceptional image quality for every situation. A flower-shaped hood is also integrated in the design for easy operation of circular polarizing filters. |
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With sleek aesthetics and exceptional performance, the ultra-fast smc PENTAX FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited is the wide-angle lens of choice for those who appreciate engineering mastery, as well as masterful image reproduction. It features outstanding sharpness and clarity, in a compact all-metal housing that characterizes all PENTAX Limited lenses. The thin, lightweight design makes it an ideal carry anywhere lens. The limited lens series quality offers distinctive visual appeal and a premium appearance with its polished metal design. This lens incorporates a glass-molded aspherical lens elements to minimize spherical aberrations. The versatile angle of view produces natural images with a moderate perspective or an expanded depth of field, making it ideal for many different types of subjects and occasions, from snapshots to landscapes to architecture. Developed for PENTAX film SLR cameras, however full-frame optics are also compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. |
Lens |
PENTAX K AF |
Angle Of View |
70 degrees |
Number Of Diaphragm Blades |
9 |
Minimum Focusing Distance |
12 inches |
Maximum Magnification |
0.16X |
Weight |
12.2 oz. |
Objective Cap |
N/A |
Lens Aperture Ring |
Yes |
Diaphragm Control |
Fully automatic |
Lens Construction |
7 groups 9 elements |
Aperture |
F1.8 |
Minimum Aperture |
22 |
Filter Diameter |
58mm |
Dimensions |
2.6 x 2.7 |
Case |
N/A |
Hood |
N/A |
Tripod Adapter |
No |
Focal Length |
31mm (equiv. 46.5) |
Whats in the box? |
smc PENTAX FA 31mm F1.8 Limited Lens |
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