Lenses & Accessories

LENSES and ACCESORIES

April 2017

PENTAX lenses capture
the diverse expressions of light

Nearly two centuries have passed since Frenchman Joseph Niépce captured the world’s first
photographic image. Although the mainstream of photography has shifted from silver halide film todigital, the essence of the camera remains unchanged: to capture the light as truthfully as it is.
PENTAX has developed a series of state - of - the - art photographic lenses as part of its relentless pursuit
to deliver the ultimate in photographic images. This work is based on the belief that lenses are
the key element in creating photographic expression that has a powerful impact on the viewer’s
emotions.
In its quest to optimize the possibilities and excitement of photographic expression, PENTAX not
only places great importance on the numerical values related to optical performance, but also
treasures the specific characteristics of each individual lens, which leave a powerful impact on
the viewer’s sensibilities.

For 35mm full-frame and APS-C-format SLR cameras
High-performance lens series optimized
for characteristics of digital imaging

The image circle (the circular area where the light coming
through the lens forms the image on the image sensor) of these
two series covers a 35mm full-frame image area. When mounted
on a PENTAX digital SLR camera body, they deliver exceptional
resolution, contrast, color reproduction and operability.
The super-high-performance D FA -series lenses suppress various
aberrations to a minimum, while the D FA-series lenses provide
well-balanced optical performance. These series can also be usedon APS-C-format digital SLR cameras.

35mm Full Frame / APS - C

Single-focus lens series designed
for optimum descriptive power

These series consist of single-focus lenses renowned for theirbrilliant color reproduction, rich gradation and superb sense of
depth. The FA-series lenses are long-selling models favored by manyleading professionals. The FA Limited-series lenses provide uniquefocal lenses drawn from professional advice and incomparable
imaging power proven over repeated performance assessments ofactual images. These series can also be used on 35mm film-format
cameras.

Compact, lightweight lens series providing
exceptional imaging power and operability

SR and SR II in-bodyshake reduction
mechanisms are
the key to creativelens design

These compact, lightweight series are optimized for the image
circle of APS-C-format cameras, and deliver high-resolution,
high-contrast images with minimal flare and ghost images. They
provide a wide selection of high-performance lenses, including
the super-high-performance DA series, and the DA Limited series
that creates rich, artistic visual expressions. These lenses can also be
used on 35mm full-frame digital SLR cameras in the Crop mode.

PENTAX K-series digital SLR cameras incorporate an SR(Shake Reduction) mechanism in their body. Because thismechanism effectively compensates for camera shake on
the camera body side, it meant that PENTAX lens designers nolonger needed to install anti-shake optics or mechanism within
the lens body. They could instead creatively and flexibly design
new lenses for optimal image power and compact size. The
new-generation SR II five-axis mechanism even compensates forcamera shake caused by roll, something difficult to handle bylens-installed shake reduction mechanisms.

For APS-C-format SLR cameras

APS - Cm

S C PENTAX-DA18 -135mmF3.5-5.6ED AL[IF]DC WR

35mm Full Frame / APS - C

High-image-quality lens series optimized for 35mm full-frame format,
delivering rich gradation and fine image description

High-performance D FA Star-series lenses, created throughan uncompromising quest for the ultimate in digital imaging

HD PENTA X-D FA 70 -200 mmF 2.8 ED DC AW

Super-high-performance 35mm full-frame lenses withexceptional image quality and outstanding operability,
developed by applying the latest optical technologies
The D FA Star series is designed for the ultimate inimage quality. To gain the Star ( ) designation, a lensmust excel in every aspect of imaging performance at
all focal lengths and shooting distances — not only in
its overall imaging performance, but also in sharpness,
contrast, color rendition, and texture reproduction.
In addition, it must be a large-aperture lens withthe highest brightness level. PENTAX even considers
such optical qualities as the bokeh (defocus) effect,
clearness and image definition in its lens evaluation,
further incorporating human sensibilities into the lensdesign process. To achieve this goal, PENTAX
invested all its technologies and resources into lens
production, including the latest lens design, optimum
lens coatings, special optical glass materials andaspherical lens elements. PENTAX also harmonizes
performance with functionality: it mastered
the fitting of large-aperture optics into a compact lensbarrel through the adoption of a smooth AF
mechanism driven by a motor installed in the lens,and a dustproof, weather-resistant structure thatwithstands harsh environmental conditions.

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Dustproof & weather-resistant

Weather-resistant

SDM

HD PENTAX-D FA
70-200mmF2.8ED DC AW
When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 107mm to 307mm (in the 35 mm format)

A selection of highperformance lenses
perfect for latest
PENTAX digital SLR
camerasDustproof & weather-resistantDC

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SP coating

Aero Bright Coating II

HD CoatingThis series is designed for exclusive usewith PENTAX digital SLR camerasthat feature a new optical system
optimized for a high-pixel image
sensor. It delivers crisp, fine-detailed
images, thanks to the latest lenscoating technologies that minimizes
the deterioration of contrast caused byflare and ghost images. Since it
provides an image circle covering
the 35mm full-frame image field, alllenses of this series can be used on any
PENTAX K-mount digital SLR camera
body. This series lets you enjoy
the superb imaging power and excellent
operability made possible by
PENTAX’s advanced lens technologies.

Round DiaphragmThis large-aperture telephoto zoom lens has
a maximum aperture of F 2.8 over its entire zoom
range. Thanks to advanced coating technologies
including the newly developed Aero Bright Coating II
and HD Coating, it delivers clear, high-contrast
images with minimal flare and ghost images, even inbacklit scenes. With the incorporation of four
Anomalous Dispersion glass elements, two ED(Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements and two SuperED glass elements to assure excellent compensation ofchromatic aberration, this lens assures remarkable
imaging performance across the entire image field —from the center to the edges — at all focal lengths.

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HD PENTA X- D FA 24 -70 mmF 2.8 ED SDM WR

Aero Bright Coating II

HD Coating

Round Iris DiaphragmSee pages 23 to 26 for details.

HD PENTAX-D FA
15-30mmF2.8ED SDM WR

HD PENTAX-D FA
24-70mmF2.8ED SDM WR

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 23 mm to 46 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 37mm to 107mm (in the 35 mm format)

Weather-resistant

SDM

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Weather-resistant

SDM

SP coating

HD Coating

Round Diaphragm

HD Coating

Round DiaphragmThis ultra-wide-angle zoom lens features an extra-wide
angle of view for sweeping landscapes, anda well-defined sense of depth. It incorporates a set of
ED glass elements and AL (aspherical lens) elements toeffectively minimize distortion, while optimizing
resolution and contrast even with an open aperture.
Its HD Coating helps minimize the deterioration ofcontrast caused by flare and ghost images.
Incorporating such advanced features as Round
Diaphragm to minimize the streaking effect of point
light sources, SDM (Supersonic Direct-drive Motor),
Quick-Shift Focus system, and a weather-resistant
structure, this lens is ideal for capturing everythingfrom snapshots to star-filled landscapes.

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This standard zoom lens provides a zoom ratio of
approximately 2.9 times to cover the ultra-wide-angle
to standard ranges. It can be used not only for everyday
scenes, but also for more specialized applications
demanding an exaggerated perspective or extra-wide
depth of field. It features three ED glass elements, one
Anomalous Dispersion glass AL element, and three AL
elements to deliver well-illustrated, fine-detailed images
that are rich in contrast and resolution across the entire
image field, while compensating various aberrations toa minimum. Coupled with HD Coating, Round
Diaphragm, high-speed AF system with quiet operation,
and weather-resistant structure, it assuresthe excellent performance required for a standard-use lens.

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S C PENTAX-D FA MACRO 100 mmF 2.8 WR

HD PENTA X-D FA 150 - 450 mmF 4.5 -5.6 ED DC AW

HD PENTAX-D FA
28-105mmF3.5-5.6ED DC WR

HD PENTAX-D FA
150-450mmF4.5-5.6ED DC AW

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 43mm to 161 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 230 mm to 690 mm (in the 35 mm format)

Weather-resistantDC

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Dustproof & weather-resistantDC

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SP coating

HD Coating

Round Diaphragm

SP coating

HD Coating

Round DiaphragmThis high-magnification zoom lens is designed to becompact and lightweight to optimize the imaging
power and operability of a PENTAX 35mm full-frame
digital SLR camera. Its versatile design makes it usefulin a wide variety of applications, from scenic and indoor
photography to snapshots and portraits. Incorporating
AL elements, an ED glass element and an Anomalous
Dispersion glass element, it delivers high-resolution
images while compensating various aberrations toa minimum. Coupled with a weather-resistant
structure, HD Coating assuring well-defined,
high-contrast images even in backlight, and the Round
Diaphragm creating a beautiful bokeh effect, this lensperforms superbly in many different situations.

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Single-focus macro lens
optimized for digital
imaging, and ideal for
life-size macro
photography
PENTAX- D FA- series macro lenses
capture dynamic images of the tiny
shapes and subtle colors concealed in
the microscopic world, beautifully
recreating the images of such micro
subjects on the camera’s image sensor up
to life - size magnification. PENTAX has
optimized the lens coating, curvatureand position of every optical element tomeet the specific characteristics ofdigital imaging.
The result is a series of macro lenses thatdeliver clear, fine - detailed images evenin undesirable conditions such as
backlight, while suppressing
the generation of flare and ghost images
to a minimum. The D FA MACRO
50 mm lens provides an aperture ring foruse with PENTAX film - format cameras.

Despite its three-times zoom ratio, this super-telephotozoom lens is ideal for hand-held shooting of a distantsubject, such as wild birds, aircraft or sporting events.
Featuring ED glass and Anomalous Dispersion glass
elements, its state-of-the-art optics effectively
compensates various aberrations to a minimum.
Its HD Coating effectively minimizes flare and ghost
images in backlight to assure clear, high-contrast
images. Its lens barrel features four AF buttons* — oneeach at 90 - degree positions — to assure speedy,
reliable AF operation regardless of the camera’s setup.
* Compatible cameras are the K-1, KP, K-3II, K-3, K-70, K-S2 and K-S1. With
the K-3 and K-S1, the camera’s firmware must be updated to the latest version.

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SP coating

HD Coating

Round DiaphragmSee pages 23 to 26 for details.

SmC PENTAX-D FA
MACRO 50mmF2.8

SmC PENTAX-D FA
MACRO 100mmF2.8 WR

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 76.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format SLR camera:equivalent to 153mm (in the 35 mm format)

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Aperture ring

Designed to be compact and lightweight, this macrolens assures optimum performance in digital imaging,with a minimum focusing distance of 0.195 meters forlife-size macro photography. An advanced floating lenssystem delivers sharply focused images with minimalaberrations, regardless of the shooting distance.
In addition to macro photography, it also produces
sharp, bright images in normal shooting applications,such as scenic photography. Its focus clamp
mechanism lets you lock the in-focus point at any
desired distance, while its wide focus ring improves
the efficiency of manual-focus operation.

:Super ED glass:ED glass

Weather-resistant

Quick-Shift Focus

Round Diaphragm

Camera motor AF

SP coatingThanks to its working distance greater than that of
the Macro 50 mm lens, this lens offers life-size macro
photography at a minimum focusing distance of 13
centimeters between the surface of its front lens andthe subject. Its weather-resistant body is made ofhigh-grade aluminum alloy, and features no aperturering to reduce the size and weight. Thanks toa sophisticated FREE (Fixed Rear Element Extension)
system, it produces sharp, high-contrast images at all
shooting distances. At larger apertures (between open
aperture and F5.6 ), it provides the Round Diaphragmto create a beautiful bokeh effect in the background.

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35mm Full Frame / APS - C

A superb image rendition and the subtle expression of ambience— visual elements treasured over generationsmm

S C PENTAX-FA 43 mmF1.9 Limited

High-grade single-focus
lenses assuring welldefined images with richgradation and truthfulcolor reproduction
Since FA Limited- and FA-series lenses
provide an image circle covering the image
field of a 35mm full-frame image sensor,
they can also be used on 35mm film-format
cameras. They have been highly acclaimed
for rich gradation and deep color
reproduction over the years. The FA
Limited series offers unique focal
lengths — based on the advice received
from many experienced professionals —and exceptional optical performance.
This series is also designed to provide
distinctive visual expressions unique to eachlens, based on a review of numerous images
captured during repeated shooting tests.
Featuring high-grade, machined
aluminum-alloy bodies, they makethe perfect partners for PENTAX digital
SLR cameras. These high-grade single-focus
lenses will become treasured part of yourphotographic gear for years to come.

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S C PENTAX-FA 77mmF1.8 Limited

SmC PENTAX-FA
31mmF1.8AL Limited

SmC PENTAX-FA
43mmF1.9 Limited

SmC PENTAX-FA
77mmF1.8 Limited

SmC PENTAX-FA
35mmF2AL

SmC PENTAX-FA
50mmF1.4

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 47.5mm (in the 35mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 66mm (in the 35mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 118mm (in the 35mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 53.5mm (in the 35mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 76.5mm (in the 35mm format)

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Aperture ringWith a focal length of 31mm, this lens adds a uniquesense of personality and ambience to your images.
Its optics combines a large F1.8 maximum aperture
with a glass-molded AL element, a high refractive
index low dispersion glass element and an Anomalous
Dispersion glass element to produce clear, sharply
focused images with a natural perspective. It also
features an advanced floating lens system to assure
optimum imaging performance at all shooting
distances. In every aspect, it satisfies PENTAX’s
stringent standards for an exclusive Limited-seriesmodel. It also features an integrated flower-shaped
hood, which provides easy attachment and removal ofa circular polarizing filter.

Camera motor AF

Aperture ring

Incorporating Ghostless Coating for clear, crisp
images, and high-refraction glass elements forcompensation of various aberrations, thishigh - performance lens delivers outstanding imaging
power. Its single-focus design provides many benefits,
including: a large maximum aperture of F1.9 ; superb
image rendition rich in sharpness, contrast and a senseof depth; close - up shooting from a minimum distanceof 0.45 meters; and a natural, smooth bokeh effectcreated by eight aperture blades. Measuring a mere 27
millimeters in length, this slim lens offers outstanding
portability, allowing you to constantly keep it on
the camera as a regular - use lens.

Camera motor AF

Aperture ring

Featuring a host of advanced technologies such as
high - refraction optical elements and Ghostless
Coating, this medium - telephoto lens delivers
well - defined, rich - gradation images with a fineexpression of shadow areas. The combination of a large
F1.8 maximum aperture and a natural bokeh effectcreated by nine aperture blades adds a distinctive
ambience and a wel - defined sense of depth tothe captured image. It also incorporates the FREE
system, which shifts only the front group of the optics
during focusing operation, while the rear groupremains fixed. This high-grade lens assures solid
image - forming performance from a minimum focusing
distance of 0.7 meters to infinity.

Camera motor AF

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This single - focus lens produces beautiful images withrich gradation and deep color reproduction. Featuring
a hybrid AL element, optics treated with Ghostless
Coating and a large, flower - shaped hood, it eliminates
flare and coma aberration at the edges of the image
field — problems common with large - aperture,
wide-angle lenses. It also effectively reduces various
aberrations, and delivers sharp, high-contrast images
across its entire image field and at all shooting
distances, making it an ideal partner for PENTAX
digital SLR cameras. The included flower - shaped hoodprovides a window for easy control of a circularpolarizing filter.

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Aperture ringThanks to its Modified Gauss - type optics, thishigh - performance standard lens provides a large,
bright maximum aperture of F1.4 withoutcompromising its optical design, and is regarded as
the yardstick for all PENTAX interchangeable lenses.
When mounted on digital SLR camera, it also captures
brilliant images of all subjects, from portraits and stilllife to scenery. Because of its large aperture, it can beeffectively used in applications such as indoor shooting
at a location where use of a flash is restricted, andportraiture with a beautifully defocused backgroundtaken at open aperture.

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The pinnacle of APS-C-format lenses, created through PENTAX’s ceaseless,uncompromising pursuit of imaging power, reliability and operability
SmC PENTAX-DA
50 -135mmF2.8ED[IF] SDM

SmC PENTAX-DA
60 -250mmF4ED[IF] SDM

SmC PENTAX-DA
55mmF1.4 SDM

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 76.5 mm to 207mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 92mm to 383 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 84.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

Dustproof & weather-resistant

SDM

Dustproof & weather-resistant

SDM

Dustproof & weather-resistant

SDM

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SP coating

Camera motor AF

SP coating

Aero Bright Coating

Round Diaphragm

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Quick-Shift Focus

This high-performance zoom lens harmonizes a large
F2.8 aperture with a compact body and ease ofoperation. Featuring three ED glass elements,
it minimizes chromatic aberration, which affects
image-forming performance. It delivers sharp images
with very little color bleeding, even in the most minutedetails. It also helps to make the subject stand out by
producing a smooth transition of gradations in
the background. It can be used in a wide range ofapplications, including portraiture with a beautifully
defocused background, stage performance shootingwith the help of quiet SDM-driven autofocus
operation, and outdoor photography.

With an approximately 4.2- times zoom ratio, this lenscovers the medium - telephoto to super - telephotoranges, making it ideal for a wide range of subjects
including portraiture, stage performance, sports eventsand outdoor activities. Featuring two ED glass
elements, it delivers sharp images with brilliant color
reproduction and minimal chromatic aberration.
It also maintains the same F4 maximum aperture overthe entire zoom range. Since its IF system eliminates
the weight shift during focusing operation, you can
combine it with the camera’s SR (Shake Reduction)mechanism to remove the camera from a tripod forworry-free handheld shooting.

SmC PENTAX-DA
16 -50mmF2.8ED AL[IF] SDM

SmC PENTAX-DA
200mmF2.8ED[IF] SDM

SmC PENTAX-DA
300mmF4ED[IF] SDM

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 24.5 mm to 76.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 307mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 460 mm (in the 35 mm format)

This high - performance medium - telephoto lens features
Aero Bright Coating to improve transmissivity toan unprecedented level, Anomalous Dispersion glass
elements to minimize color bleeding,and state - of - the - art optics to optimize contrast andsharpness. Thanks to its large maximum aperture of
F1.4 and Round Diaphragm (up to F2.8 ), it produces
clear, high - resolution, high-quality images witha beautiful bokeh effect, lively colors and distinctive
ambience. Its outstanding image power is ideal for
portraiture.

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S C PENTAX-DA 300 mmF4 ED[IF] SDM

Super-high-performance lens series accommodating
high-pixel image sensors, and meeting exacting user
demands for imaging performance and reliability
The Star lens series embodies PENTAX’s ideal forimage quality and performance. The DA Star series
is optimized for the image circle of APS-C-sizedimage sensors, while attempting to downsize
the body. Its state-of-the-art optical design takes
specific characteristics of digital SLR cameras into
consideration. To accommodate high-pixel image
sensors, it features a host of advanced technologies,
such as ED glass and AL elements, to reduce various
aberrations to a minimum. The result ishigh-contrast, high-resolution images from open
aperture. Its operability and reliability are further
enhanced by features such as smooth AF operation
driven by a lens-installed motor, and a dustproof,
weather-resistant structure withstanding harshenvironmental conditions.

Dustproof & weather-resistant

SDM

SP coating

Camera motor AF

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Featuring compact optics with two ED glass elements
and three AL elements, this standard zoom lens
produces high-resolution, high-contrast images withrich, brilliant color reproduction, while effectively
compensating for chromatic and other aberrations.
This high-performance zoom lens is also optimized for
digital imaging, as it delivers well-illustrated,distortion-free images even at the ultra-wide-angle
end, and provides a maximum aperture of F2.8 overthe entire zoom range. To enhance holding comfort
during shooting, it features the IF (Inner Focus)
system, which keeps the total lens length unchanged toretain the optimum balance during focusing
operations.

Compatibility with a
35mm full-frame
digital SLR camera
The DA -, DA Limited- and DA-serieslenses can be used with the PENTAX K-1
35mm full-frame digital SLR camera tocapture APS-C-format images using
the camera’s Crop mode. By switching
the camera’s Crop mode setting to FF, you
can also capture 35mm full-frame images.*

Dustproof & weather-resistant

SDM

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Dustproof & weather-resistant

SDM

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SP coating

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FF lens aberration correction

SP coating

Camera motor AF

FF lens aberration correction

Incorporating ED glass elements into its second andthird lenses, this telephoto lens reduces chromatic andother aberrations to a minimum, while deliveringwell-defined, high-resolution images with a beautiful
bokeh effect and fine-detailed shadows.
Its super-telephoto design creates unique visual effects,
such as a shallow depth-of-field and a compressed
perspective. Thanks to its large maximum aperture of
F2.8 , it can be comfortably used in handheld shooting.
Its IF system also reduces the minimum focusing
distance to a mere 1.2 meters, making it a useful tool
in close-up photography.

Incorporating ED glass elements in its second and fifth
lenses, and featuring the IF system in its optics,
this super-telephoto lens effectively minimizes various
aberrations which cause the deterioration of image
quality. Despite its drastically downsized body,it delivers clear, high-contrast images. Thanks to such
advanced technologies as SDM featured in its AF
driving mechanism, it also assures smooth,
comfortable operation, making it perfect for suchactive subjects as stage performers and athletes.
It comes with a rotating tripod mount for quick, easy
attachment to and removal from a tripod.

* With certain lenses and/or under certain shooting conditions,a captured image may suffer a drastic drop in brightness and/or
resolution in the areas outside the APS-C image area.

FF lens aberration correction

The following DA-series lenses coverthe 35mm full-frame image area. They arealso compatible with the PENTAX K-1’s
lens aberration correction function.**m

S C PENTAX-DA
200mmF2.8ED[IF] SDMm

S C PENTAX-DA
300mmF4ED[IF] SDM
HD PENTAX-DA
560mmF5.6ED AW** This function does not guarantee the quality of the image
outside the APS-C image area.

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Dustproof & weather-resistant

SDM

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Aero Bright Coating

Round DiaphragmSee pages 23 to 26 for details.

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APS - C

Creating a distinctive visual expression beyond mere
with excellent reproduction of depth and perspective

numerical values,
HD PENTAX-DA
15mmF4ED AL Limited

HD PENTAX-DA
21mmF3.2AL Limited

HD PENTAX-DA
35mmF2.8 Macro Limited

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 23 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 32mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 53.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

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HD Coating

HD Coating

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Round Diaphragm

Camera motor AF

This ultra - wide - angle lens features HD Coating tominimize reflections and deliver high - contrast images.
Regardless of the position of a light source, it assures
outstanding imaging power, while its extra-wide
perspective allows for flexible image framing. Thanks
to an AL element and an ED glass element, it produces
well - defined, high - resolution images with minimal
distortion and chromatic aberration. Its front surface istreated with SP Coating to protect it from staining. It
also comes with a flower-shaped retractable hood anda screw mount for 49 mm filters.

Measuring a mere 25 millimeters in length, this slim
lens is ideal for day - to - day use. Its short focal length
creates a pan - focus effect perfect for capturing casualsnapshots of everyday life. Featuring a hybrid AL
element, Floating Lens system, HD Coating andRound Diaphragm, it assures exceptional imaging
power to produce beautiful images with a truthfulsense of depth and the distinctive ambience unique toLimited-series lenses. It provides a screw mount for
43mm filters on the inner side of the hood.

HD PENTAX-DA
20-40mmF2.8-4ED Limited DC WR

HD PENTAX-DA
40mmF2.8 Limited

HD PENTAX-DA
70mmF2.4 Limited

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 30.5 mm to 61.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 61 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 107mm (in the 35 mm format)

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HD CoatingWith a minimum focusing distance of 0.139 meters,
this macro lens is ideal for capturing life - size close - up
images. Its Round Diaphragm captures the subject ina sharp, high - resolution image with a true - to - life senseof depth, while creating a subdued rendition inout - of - focus areas. Its FREE system compensatesvarious aberrations to a minimum at all shooting
distances, from close - up to infinity. It can also be used
as a regular - use standard lens. It comes witha compact, built - in retractable hood.

HD PENTA X-DA 40 mmF 2.8 Limited

High-grade lens series
combining a machined
aluminum-alloy bodywith state-of-the-art
optics and high-gradelens coatings
Exclusively designed for APS-C-format
digital SLR cameras based on
the assessment of repeated test
shootings, the DA Limited seriesdelivers well-defined, distinctive
images with a unique sense of depth
indescribable by numerical values.
In addition to the latest HD Coating
anti-reflection technology, it also
features SP (Super Protect) Coating,which effectively repels water and oiland protects the lens from scratches.
Its Round Diaphragm produces
a beautiful bokeh effect. To add a senseof quality and exclusivity, all
the components — from the lens barrel
to the cap and hood — are made ofhigh-grade aluminum alloy andmachined to perfection.

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Weather-resistantDC

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Weather-resistantDC

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SP coating

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HD Coating

Round Diaphragm

Round Diaphragm

Camera motor AF

This two-times zoom lens covers the range from wide
angle to medium telephoto, and provides a natural
perspective close to that of the human eye, making
it suitable for day-to-day use to capture a variety ofsubjects including landscapes and portraits. It features
an ED glass element to compensate for chromaticaberration, while producing sharp, well-defined images
over the entire zoom range. It provides smooth, quiet
autofocus operation using a DC motor. Thanks to
its dustproof, weather-resistant structure, it makesa perfect partner with a weather-resistant PENTAX
digital SLR camera.

SP coating

HD Coating

Round DiaphragmSee pages 23 to 26 for details.

HD Coating

Weighing only 89 grams and measuring a mere 15
millimeters in length, this ultra - thin, super - lightweightpancake lens provides an angle of view perfect forscenery and portraiture. It features HD Coating to
produce well - defined, fine - detailed images witha truthful sense of depth, while preventing the loss ofcontrast caused by flare, which is generated underadverse shooting conditions such as when the subject ispositioned against backlight or a light source is placed
within the image field. Its Round Diaphragm createsa beautiful bokeh effect. It not only accepts a 49mm
filter, but also provides a screw mount for 30.5mm
filters on the inner side of the hood to prevent
an increase in overall lens length.

HD Coating

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

Round Diaphragm

Camera motor AF

Despite its telephoto design, this lens measures only
26 mm in length. Combining a focal length equivalent
to 107mm in the 35 mm format, a shallow depth offield made possible by an F2.4 maximum aperture anda natural bokeh effect created by the Round
Diaphragm, this lens is the perfect choice forportraiture. It is also suitable for cutting out a sectionof sweeping scenery. Since it produces a subdued image
rendition at open aperture but delivers sharp,high - resolution images at closed - down apertures, it lets
you control the subject’s texture or a sense of depth atwill. It includes a compact, retractable hood.

:Super ED glass:ED glass:High refractive index low dispersion glass:Anomalous Dispersion glass:AL element

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Optimized for digital imaging, with the image rendition
demanded by today’s photographersm

S C PENTAX-DA FISH -EYE 10 -17mmF 3.5 -4.5 ED[IF]

SmC PENTAX-DA FISH-EYE
10 -17mmF3.5 - 4.5ED[IF]A combination of
a compact lens barrel
and optics delivering
beautiful digital images
The DA series features compact,
high-performance optics and an image
circle optimized for APS-C-sized image
sensors. Coupled witha plain-structured lens barrel free ofan aperture ring, this series consists ofcompact, lightweight lenses withoutstanding operability and portability.
From lens coatings to the curvatureand positioning of each opticalelement, every property of these lenses
is optimized for digital imaging.
They deliver sharp, well-defined images
free of flare and ghost images, evenunder adverse shooting conditions suchas backlight.

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Weather-resistant

SDM

DC

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

Camera motor AF

Providing a 180- degree angle of view at a focal lengthof 10 mm, this fish - eye zoom lens creates a uniqueperspective where the center of the image is enlarged
and the outer edges are curved. Since it provides
a minimum focusing distance of a mere 2.5 centimetersfrom the surface of its front lens to the subject, it can
produce eye - catching close -up images with an exaggerated
sense of perspective and strong deformation effects.
It provides all the properties that are unique toan ultra-wide - angle lens, including a drastic change inangle of view in response to a small shift in focal length;a strong sense of perspective; greatly deformed subjects;
and a pan - focus effect in which the entire image area iscaptured in focus.

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

HD Coating

Round Diaphragm

HD PENTA X- DA 16 -85 mmF 3.5 -5.6 ED DC WR

SmC PENTAX-DA
12-24mmF4ED AL[IF]HD PENTAX-DA
16 -85mmF3.5 -5.6ED DC WR

SmC PENTAX-DA
17-70mmF4AL[IF] SDM

SmC PENTAX-DA
18 -55mmF3.5 -5.6AL WR

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 18.5 mm to 37mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 24.5 mm to 130 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 26 mm to 107mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 27.5 mm to 84.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

Quick-Shift Focus

Camera motor AF

With its two - times zoom ratio covering
the ultra - wide-angle range, this zoom lens serves
a variety of creative expressions, from capturing
sweeping views far broader than the human eye, toa drastically emphasized subjects created by a strong
sense of perspective. Featuring high - grade materials
and state - of - the - art technologies including an ED glass
element, two AL elements and the IF system, this lensboasts the latest optical design to assure sharp,
well - defined images with minimal distortions in
a compact, lightweight body.

See pages 23 to 26 for details.

Weather-resistantDC

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

HD Coating

Round DiaphragmThis standard zoom lens has an approximately
5.3- times zoom ratio covering the ultra - wide - angle totelephoto ranges. In addition to normal shooting,it provides unique visual effects, such as an emphasized
perspective exclusive to an ultra - wide-angle lens anda wide depth of field in the telephoto range.
It incorporates three high - grade AL elements and one
ED glass element to minimize spherical and chromaticaberrations for bright, crisp images. Thanks to
the latest optical design technology, it optimizes
the power of a high - pixel image sensor to deliver
well - defined, fine - detailed images.

SDM

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

Weather-resistant

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

Camera motor AF

With its approximately 4.1- times zoom ratio, thishigh - magnification zoom lens covers the mostcommonly used ranges between wide angle andtelephoto, allowing for flexible framing and effortless
control of bokeh. Its optics features two AL elements
to reduce various aberrations to a minimum,
while producing high - contrast, high - resolution images
over the entire zoom range. Thanks to the SDM - driven
autofocus mechanism and the IF system,
this high - performance standard zoom assures smooth,flawless operation:Super ED glass:ED glassThis compact, cost - efficient standard zoom lensfeatures a weather - resistant structure for use in poor
weather conditions, such as in the mist or drizzle.
With its three - times zoom ratio, it covers the mostfrequently used focal - length ranges to capture diverse
subjects, including landscapes, snapshots andportraits. Featuring a high - precision hybrid AL
element and an Anomalous Dispersion glass element,
its optics is optimized for high - pixel digital imaging,with a well - balanced compensation of various
aberrations. Since it prevents the loss of brightness at
the edges of the image area, it captures a bright,
well - depicted image across the entire image field.

:High refractive index low dispersion glass:Anomalous Dispersion glass:AL element

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HD PENTAX-DA
18-50mmF4-5.6 DC WR RE

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 27.5 mm to 76.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

SmC PENTAX-DA
18-135mmF3.5-5.6ED AL[IF] DC WR

SmC PENTAX-DA
18 -270mmF3.5 - 6.3ED SDM

SmC PENTAX-DA
14mmF2.8ED[IF]

SmC PENTAX-DA 35mmF2.4AL

SmC PENTAX-DA
40mmF2.8 XSWhen mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 27.5 mm to 207mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 27.5 mm to 414 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 21.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 53.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 61 mm (in the 35 mm format)

Weather-resistantDC

Quick-Shift Focus

Weather-resistantDC

SP coating

HD Coating

Round Diaphragm

SP coating

Round Diaphragm

Quick-Shift Focus

SDM

Round Diaphragm

SP coating

Camera motor AF

This high - power zoom lens has an approximately
7.5 - times zoom ratio to cover the wide - angle totelephoto ranges. It incorporates a DC motor forsmooth, quiet autofocus operation. Despite a compact,
lightweight body measuring only 76 millimetersin length, this multi - purpose lens features
a weather-resistant structure to perform superbly in all
shooting conditions. Thanks to PENTAX- original
optical system featuring an ED glass element and two
AL elements, it delivers high - contrast, high - resolution
images at all focal lengths. The Round Diaphragm,
available between open aperture and an aperture closed
down by 1.5 stops, produces a beautiful bokeh effect.

This high - power zoom lens boasts a zoom ratio of 15
times, covering the range between wide - angle broader
than a 28 mm angle of view and super - telephotobeyond the 400 mm angle of view. Thanks to thisextra - wide zoom ratio, it covers the range normallycovered by two separate zoom lenses, so you cancapture a wide variety of subjects and scenes —scenery, portraiture, snapshots, sports events and stage
performances — without a lens change.
Its SDM - driven focusing system assures smooth, quiet
autofocus operation, while its optics featuring two ED
glass elements delivers high - resolution images acrossthe entire zoom range.

With its 90 - degree angle of view, this compact,
ultra - wide - angle lens produces impressive images witha perspective broader than human vision, anda sweeping field of view. Featuring an ED glass
element and a high - refraction, low - dispersion glass
element in its optics, it delivers bright, fine - detailed
images rich in color and free of distortion. Thanks to
its IF system, its overall length is unchanged during
focusing operation. With a minimum focusing
distance of 0.17 meters, you can move in on
the subject and capture close - up images withan exaggerated sense of depth.

SmC PENTAX-DA
50 -200mmF4 -5.6ED WR

HD PENTAX-DA
55 -300mmF4.5 - 6.3ED PLM WR RE

HD PENTAX-DA
55-300mmF4-5.8ED WR

SmC PENTAX-DA 50mmF1.8

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 76.5 mm to 307mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 84.5 mm to 460 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 84.5 mm to 460 mm (in the 35 mm format)

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera:equivalent to 76.5 mm (in the 35 mm format)

Thanks to a newly designed retractable mechanism,*
this standard zoom lens boasts a slim design (approx.
41 mm in the stored position) with a weather - resistant
structure. Featuring HD Coating, Anomalous
Dispersion glass elements and AL elements in its
optics, it delivers well - defined, high - contrast images
with minimal aberrations, even under adverse shooting
conditions such as backlight. It also provides smooth,
quiet autofocus operation using a lens - installed DC
motor and high-accuracy manual - focus operation
using the PENTAX- developed Power Focus system.** Refer to pages 25 and 26 for detailed information on the retractable mechanism
and the Power Focus system.

Weather-resistant

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

Camera motor AF

Despite its 307mm telephoto coverage (in the 35 mm
format), this zoom lens features an extremely compact
body. It also provides flawless operation in capturing
large images of distant subjects. When coupled withthe camera’s Shake Reduction (SR) mechanism,it makes handheld telephoto shooting simple andeffortless, so you can capture subjects such as athletes,
animals and portraits against a defocused backdrop or
scenery. Thanks to its weather - resistant structure,
it can be used for outdoor shooting in the mountains
or by the water. Its optics incorporates an ED glass
element for well - defined images.

Weather-resistant

PLM

Quick-Shift Focus

Weather-resistant

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

HD Coating

Round Diaphragm

HD Coating

Camera motor AF

With the adoption of a rear-focus system driven by a pulse motor(PLM), this telephoto zoom lens excels assures outstanding
autofocusing speed. In addition to smooth AF Tracking operation
during video recording,* its electromagnetic diaphragm control
system assures flawless, high-precision exposure control.** Thisversatile lens can be used in a variety of applications including
outdoor photography, thanks to such advanced features as an ED
glass element for high-contrast, high-resolution, fine-detailed
images; a minimum focusing distance of 0.95 meters;a weather-resistant construction; and a compact, lightweight body
(89mm in total length) with a retractable structure. It also comesequipped with the Power Focus mechanism.

Weather-resistant

SDM

DC

PLM

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

HD Coating

SP coatingWith its approximately 5.5 - times zoom ratio, thishigh - power zoom lens covers the medium - telephoto tosuper - telephoto ranges. Featuring two ED glass
elements in its optical system, it effectively
compensates for chromatic aberration across the entire
zoom range. Thanks to the PENTAX- developed HD
Coating, it delivers high - contrast, fine - detailed images
free of flare and ghost images even under demanding
lighting conditions such as backlight. Since its
weather - resistant construction prevents the intrusionof water into the lens interior, it provides trouble-free
telephoto shooting in a variety of outdoor settings.

* When mounted on the PENTAX K-70 camera body.
** Please refer to page 24 for the electromagnetic diaphragm control system.

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Quick-Shift Focus

Round DiaphragmSee pages 23 to 26 for details.

SP coating

Round Diaphragm

SP coating

Camera motor AF

This ultra - compact, cost - efficient single - focus lens has
a plastic lens mount to reduce weight, so you canmount it on a PENTAX digital SLR camera and carryit along as a regular - use lens. It features newly designed
optics with an AL element to effectively compensate
for coma and other aberrations. With a large F2.4
maximum aperture, it delivers sharp, high - contrast
images and a dramatic visual expression — qualities
typical of a single - focus lens. Because of its standard
lens characteristics, such as a natural perspective anda beautiful bokeh effect, this lens can be used in a wide
range of applications to fully enjoy the art ofphotography.

Round Diaphragm

Camera motor AF

This ultra - thin, single - focus lens was designed byworld - famous industrial designer Marc Newson.
Called a biscuit lens because of its short length (9.2
millimeters), it provides exceptional maneuverability,
portability and storage efficiency. Adopting the opticaldesign of the acclaimed SmC PENTAX- DA 40 mm
F2.8 Limited lens, it assures exceptional image
resolution and rich contrast even at open aperture.
Based on numerous assessment tests of captured
images, it also adds a distinctive ambience — a visualfactor unexplainable by numerical values. This uniquelens delivers a dramatic creative expression totally
unexpected from such a slim body.

Camera motor AF

This medium - telephoto lens boasts a large maximum
aperture, high image quality and a compact,
lightweight body. The combination of an F1.8
maximum aperture and the Round Diaphragmproduces a beautiful bokeh effect to make the subject
stand out. Since this combination also allows forthe use of higher shutter speeds in dark locations, it
can effectively reduce camera shake and subject shake.
Utilizing the latest optical design, it can compensate
for astigmatism and produce sharp images witha beautiful bokeh effect even at open aperture.
Its plastic lens mount helps reduce the overall weight,
making it a handy choice in portrait and snapshot
photography.

:Super ED glass:ED glass:High refractive index low dispersion glass:Anomalous Dispersion glass:AL element

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HD PENTAX - DA 560 mmF 5.6 ED AW

HD PENTAX-DA 560mmF5.6ED AW
When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera: equivalent to 859mm (in the 35mm format)

This super-telephoto lens captures distant subjects in
pinpoint focus. It not only brings the subject closer,
but creates the unique visual effect of compressing
the distance between the subject and the backgroundto produce dramatic, condensed images.
An astronomical-telescope-type optical systemprovides crisp, fine-focused images, while effectively
compensating for chromatic aberration using two ED
glass elements. Coupled with HD Coating,its PENTAX-original optical system delivers sharp,
well-defined images. It also comes with a removablefilter frame to mount the circular polarizing filter(40.5 mm size, included).

Dustproof & weather-resistantDC

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

HD Coating

Round DiaphragmFF lens aberration correction

Note:
The HD PENTAX-DA 560 mmF5.6 ED AW lens may not produce
a sufficient shake reduction effect even when it is mounted on a PENTAX
digital SLR camera equipped with the Shake Reduction (SR) mechanism.

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Dustproof & weather-resistantDC

Quick-Shift Focus

SP coating

HD Coating

Round DiaphragmSee pages 23 to 26 for details.

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An assortment of accessories to capture large views ofvery small subjects

Close-up Accessories

Reverse Adapter K49mm / 52mm

Close-up Ring K Set
This set consists of three rings (No. 1: 9.5mm inlength, No. 2: 19mm, and No. 3: 28.5mm),
which can be used together or independently, forhigh - magnification, close - up photography. Whenmounted on the S C PENTAX-FA 50 mmF1.4
lens, the combination of the No. 1 and No. 3rings extends a maximum magnification from
0.15 times to 0.88 times with the lens mounted
forwards. A combination of the three rings assures
an extremely high maximum magnification of
1.74 times, when the lens is mounted backwards
using a reverse adapter.

HD PENTAX-DA
AF REAR CONVERTER 1.4× AWm

S C PENTAX-DA 300 mmF4 ED[IF] SDM

Notes:• These accessories must be used in combination with aperture-ring-equipped lenses.
• These accessories may not provide sufficient performance when mounted on certain lenses.
• When using these accessories, the camera and/or lens must be operated in manual-focus mode.
• Certain cameras may impose some restrictions on the performance of these accessories.

Dustproof & weather-resistant

Close-up accessory system When using a lens with an aperture ringInterchangeable lens(mounted forwards)*

APS - C - format camera

APS - CThis ring is used to mount a lensbackwards on the camera’s lens mountor a close - up ring. By mounting
the lens backwards, you can capture
sharply focused images without
affecting focusing accuracy inhigh - magnification photography.

m

35 mm full - frame camera

Useful accessories to expand the creative
boundaries of existing lenses

Rear Converter and AF Adapters

Close - up Ring Set K

HD CoatingThis conversion lens can be used in autofocus operation. Mounted between a lens and a camera body,it extends the focal length of the main lens by 1.4 times without changing its minimum focusing
distance,* allowing you to capture distant subjects more easily. Its autofocus system works with bothlens-installed motors (SDM, DC or PLM) and camera-installed motors. Its state - of - the - art optics
provides exceptional optical performance, and allows for a compact, lightweight body measuring
approximately 20 millimeters in length. Thanks to its HD Coating, it assures extremely high lighttransmission to deliver well - defined, high-contrast images free of flare and ghost images even inbacklit scenes. With a dustproof, weather-resistant structure, it operates superbly under harsh outdoor
conditions. By coupling this converter with PENTAX’s dustproof, weather-resistant camera body andlens, you can enjoy worry - free shooting even in demanding weather conditions.
* When this converter is mounted between a 35 mm full - frame SLR camera body and a D FA - series lens, the image size is automatically cropped to
the APS - C format.
* Refer to pages 21 and 22 of this brochure for usability of this converter.

Reverse Adapter K
49mm / 52mm

HD PENTAX- DA AF REAR CONVERTER 1.4 × AW

Interchangeable lens(mounted backwards)** Lenses without an aperture ring cannot be used.

Rear Converter A 1.4×-S

Magnifications with close-up accessoriesmLens mounted forwards(when mounted on the S C PENTAX-FA 50mmF1.4 lens)Close-up Ring Set K

0.52

0.70

0.88

1.06*

1.19*

1.38*

1.56

1.74

(1)

(2)

(3) / (1) + (2)(1) + (3)(2) + (3)(1) + (2)(1) + (3)(2) + (3)(1) + (2) + (3)1×Rear Converter A 1.4×-L
This 1.4- times conversion lens is designed for exclusive
use with the S C PENTAX- DA 200mmF2.8[IF] SDM
lens.

m

Lens mounted backwards (1)=No. 1, (2 )=No. 2 , (3)=No. 3

0.33

1/2×

Rear Converter A 2×-S

1.5×

m

* When using the S C PENTAX- FA 50 mmF1.4 lens, close - up photography at these magnifications is not recommended because of insufficient image - forming performance.

Adapters

A selection of adapters to expand lens applications and make best use of available
resources including the 645-system, 67-system and screw -mount lenses

PENTAX’s K-mount system remains extremely versatile, even after the transformation of SLR cameras to autofocus operation and the digital format. It allows
you to use manual-focus lenses from the early K-mount era on your PENTAX SLR camera. With the help of adapters, it also allows you to make better andwider use of your valuable assets, such as 645- system, 67- system and screw - mounted lenses.* In fact, the total of more than 27 million PENTAX
interchangeable lenses can still be used on the latest digital SLR models. What’s more, the entire selection of PENTAX interchangeable lenses offers the hugebenefit of compatibility with the PENTAX- original SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism installed in camera bodies.
* These lenses must be operated in manual-focus mode.

Adapter K for 645-system Lenses
This adapter is used to mount
645- system lenses* onto K-mountcamera bodies to take advantage of
their exceptional imaging power.
Even though the lens’s focal lengthand maximum aperture areunchanged, the camera’s meteringsystem operates only in
stopped- down metering mode,
while its AE (auto - exposure) system
is set to Aperture - priority AE mode.

19* This adapter does not accept D FA645 - and DA645 - series lenses (except for
the D F 645 35 mm lens).

Adapter K for 67-system Lenses
This adapter is used to mounthigh - performance,
professional - use 67- system lenses
onto K- mount camera bodies.
Since the lens uses only the center
portion of its large image circle toform an image, its outstanding
imaging power is further
enhanced. The camera’s meteringsystem operates in stopped - down
metering mode.

Mount Adapter K
This adapter is used to mount
PENTAX screw - mount lenses,
such as those used on
the PENTAX SP, onto K- mountcamera bodies. The camera’s
metering system operates in
stopped - down metering mode,
while its AE system is set toAperture - priority AE mode.

Mounted between a camera body and a lens, thisconversion lens extends the focal length of the mainlens by 1.4 times. Although the lens’s maximum
aperture is closed down by one stop, the converter
expands the creative possibilities by performing
the task of two separate lenses. This makes it extremely
useful when you want to limit the amount ofphotographic equipment you’re carrying, such as whentraveling. Since it retains the minimum focusing
distance of the main lens, it lets you capture a larger
image of the subject in close - up photography.
The camera’s focusing system operates only inmanual - focus mode.

This conversion lens extends the focal length of themain lens by two times. It allows you to make more
effective use of your existing lenses by convertinga standard telephoto lens into a super - telephoto lens, forinstance. Although the lens’s maximum aperture isclosed down by two stops, it couples with the camera’s
diaphragm control mechanism to provide AE operationin Programmed AE and Shutter - priority AE modes.
It also retains the minimum focusing distance ofthe main lens. Even though the camera’s focusing
system operates only in manual - focus mode, thisconversion lens can be used with almost all PENTAX
interchangeable lenses (excluding some super - telephotoand special - application lenses).

Rear Converter A 2×-L
This two-times conversion lens is designed for exclusive
use with the S C PENTAX- DA 200 mmF2.8 [IF] SDM
lens.

m

SmC PENTAX-F AF Adapter 1.7×
Mounted between an AF-equipped camera body and a manual-focus lens, thisadapter enables autofocus operation. By shifting the optical elements incorporated
in its optics using the IF and Rear Focus systems, it assures pinpoint AF accuracy.
In principle, it can be used with all lenses with a maximum aperture of F2.8 orlarger. It extends the focal length of the main lens by 1.7 times, while closing down
the lens’s maximum aperture by approximately 1.5 stops. It provides AE operationin Programmed AE, Aperture-priory AE and Shutter-priority AE modes.

Notes:• The rear converters may not provide a sufficient shake reduction effect when
mounted between an SR-equipped camera body and a telephoto lens.
• Refer to pages 21 and 22 for the compatibility of these rear converters.

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Lens Specifications
35mm full-frame and APS-C-format lenses
35mm Full Frame / APS - C

Model

Diagonal angleof view when
mounted on
35mm full-frame
camera (°)

Diagonal angle
Lensof view when construction
mounted on(groups/APS - C-format
elements)
camera (°)

Minimum
aperture(F)

Minimum
Maximum
Filter size
focusing
magnification(mm)
distance(×)(m)

Rear converter compatibility

Maximum
diameter ×
length(mm)

Weight(g)

HD PENTAX-DA AF (1)REAR CONVERTER 1.4× AW
Phase-matching Contrast-detection

1.4×−S

2×−S

Lens hoodLens cap

Lens case

HD PENTAX - D FA 15 - 30mmF2.8ED SDM WR

SDM

111~7286~50

13 • 18

22

0.28

0.20

—

98.5×143.5

1,040

(2)

(2)

Fixed

O - LW 98 A

S120-160 Included

HD PENTAX - D FA 24-70mmF2.8ED SDM WR

SDM

84~34.561~23

12 • 17

22

0.38

0.20

82

88.5×109.5

787

(2)

(2)

PH - RBD82 Included

O - LC 82

S120-150 Included

HD PENTAX - D FA 28 -105mmF3.5-5.6ED DC WR

DC

75~23.5

53~15.5

11 • 15

22~38

0.5

0.22

62

73×86.5

440

(2)

(2)

PH - RBC 62 Included

O - LC 62

S80-120 Optional

HD PENTAX - D FA 70-200mmF2.8ED DC AW

DC

34.5~12.5

23~8.116 • 19

22

1.2

0.13

77

91.5×203

1,755

(2)

(2)

PH - RBM77 Included

O - LC 77

HS110-230 Included

2.0

0.22

86

95×241.5

2,000

(2)

(2)

PH - RBA86 Included

O - LC 86

HS120-270 IncludedDC

16.5~5.5

10.7~3.6

14 • 18

22~27

S C PENTAX - D FA MACRO 50 mmF2.8

Camera motor AF

47

31.5

•

7 8

32

0.195

1.00

49

67.5×60265

PH - RBC 49 Included

F49 mm

S80-80 Included

SmC PENTAX - D FA MACRO 100 mmF2.8 WR

Camera motor AF

24.5

16

8• 9

32

0.303

1.00

49

65×80.5

340

PH - RBE 49 Included

O - LC 49

S80-120 Included

Camera motor AF

70

49

7• 9

22

0.3

0.16

58

65×68.5

345

Fixed

FA 31 /1.8 Limited

FA 31mmLimited Included

Camera motor AF

63

44

5• 6

22

0.3

0.17

49

64×44.5

195

PH - RBA49 Included

F49 mm

S80-80 Included

Camera motor AF

53

36.5

6• 7

22

0.45

0.12

49

64×27

155

MH - RA49 Included

Limited49 mm

FA77mmLimited Included

Camera motor AF

47

31.5

6• 7

22

0.45

0.15

49

65×37

220

Camera motor AF

31.5

21

6• 7

22

0.7

0.14

49

64×48

270

Maximum
diameter ×
length(mm)

Weight(g)

HD PENTAX - D FA 150-450mmF4.5-5.6ED DC AWm

SmC PENTAX - FA 31mmF1.8AL Limited
SmC PENTAX - FA 35mmF2AL

SmC PENTAX - FA 43mmF1.9 Limited
SmC PENTAX - FA 50mmF1.4

SmC PENTAX - FA 77mmF1.8 Limited(3)

PH - R A49, PH - SA49 , RH - RC 49 Optional

F49 mm

S70-70 Optional

Hood built - inLimited49 mm

FA77mmLimited Included

Lens hoodLens cap

Lens case

APS-C-format lenses
APS - Cmm
SmC PENTAX -DA 16 -50mmF2.8ED AL[IF] SDM

Model

Diagonal angleof view when
mounted on
35mm full-frame
camera (°)

Diagonal angle
Lensof view when construction
mounted on(groups/APS - C-format
elements)
camera (°)

Minimum
aperture(F)

Minimum
Maximum
Filter size
focusing
magnification(mm)
distance(×)(m)

Camera motor AF—

180~100

8 • 10

22~32

0.14

0.39

—

68×71.5

320

Fixed

DA FE10-17

S80 - 80 Included

Camera motor AF

—

99~61

11 • 13

22

0.3

0.12

77

84×87.5

430

PH - RBI77 Included

O - LC 77

S100 - 120 Optional

Camera motor AF—

83~31.5

12 • 15

22

0.3

0.21

77

84×98.5

565

HD PENTAX -DA 16 -85mmF3.5 -5.6ED DC WR

DC

—

83~19

12 • 16

22~38

0.35

0.26

72

78×94

488

S C PENTAX -DA 17 -70mmF4AL[IF] SDM

m

SDM

—

79~23

12 • 17

22

0.28

0.31

67

75×93.5

485

HD PENTAX -DA 18 -50mmF4 -5.6 DC WR RE

DC—

76~31.5

8 • 11

22~32

0.3

0.23

58

71×41

158

Camera motor AF

—

76~29

8 11

22~38

0.25

0.34

52

68.5×67.5

235

PH - RBC 52 Included

O - LC 52

S80 - 120 OptionalDC—

76~11.9

11 • 13

22~38

0.4

0.24

62

73×76

405

PH - RBC 62 Included

O - LC 62

S 80 - 120 Optional

SDM

—

76~6

13 • 16

22~45

0.49

0.26

62

75.8×89453

PH - RBD62 Included

O - LC 62

S 80 - 120 Optional

DC

—

70~39

8• 9

22~32

0.28

0.20

55

71×68.5

283

MH - RA 55 Included

O - LW65 A

P 70 - 150 Included

Camera motor AF—

31.5~11.9

14 • 18

22

1.0

0.17

67

76.5×136685

PH - RBK67 Included

O - LC 67

S90-160 Included

Camera motor AF—

31.5~8.1

10 • 11

22~32

1.1

0.24

49

69×79.5

285

PH - RBD49 Included

F49mm

S80-120 Optional

PLM—

29~5.411 • 14

22~32

0.95

0.30

58

76.5×89442

PH - RBK 58 Included

O - LC 58

S80-120 Optional

Camera motor AF—

29~5.48 • 12

22~32

1.4

0.28

58

72×111.5

466

PH - RBI58 Included

O - LC 58

S80-160 Included

Camera motor AF—

26.5~6.5

13 • 15

32

1.1

0.15

67

82×167.5

1,040

PH - RBK67 Included

O - LC 67

S100-200 Included

SDM

m
m
SmC PENTAX -DA 18 -270mmF3.5 -6.3ED SDM

HD PENTAX -DA 20 -40mmF2.8 -4ED Limited DC WRm
SmC PENTAX -DA 50 -200mmF4 -5.6ED WR

S C PENTAX -DA 50 -135mmF2.8ED[IF] SDM

SDM

HD PENTAX -DA 55 -300mmF4 .5 -6.3ED PLM WR RE(*1)
HD PENTAX -DA 55 -300mmF4 -5.8ED WR

m
SmC PENTAX -DA 14mmF2.8ED[IF]S C PENTAX -DA 60 -250mmF4ED[IF] SDM

SDM

•

(2)

(2)

(2)

(2)

(2)

(2)

PH - RBJ77 Included

O - LC 77

S100 - 140 Included

PH - RBA72 Included

O - LC 72

S90 - 140 Optional

PH - RBM67 Included

O - LC 67

PH - RBJ58 Included

O - LW 67A ,O - LC58

(4)

S90 - 140 Optional(5)

S80 - 80 Optional

Camera motor AF—

90

11 • 12

22

0.17

0.19

77

83.5×69420

PH - RBH77 Included

O - LC 77

S100-120 Included

HD PENTAX -DA 15mmF4ED AL Limited

Camera motor AF

—

86

6• 8

22

0.18

0.15

49

63×39.5

189

Hood built - in

DA 15/4 Limited

DA70 mmLimited Included

HD PENTAX -DA 21mmF 3.2AL Limited

Camera motor AF

—

68

5• 8

22

0.2

0.17

49 or 43

63×25

134

MH - RBB 43 Included

DA 21/3.2 Limited

DA21mmLimited Included

S C PENTAX -DA 35mmF 2.4ALm

Camera motor AF

—

44

•

5 6

22

0.3

0.17

49

63×45

124

PH - SA49, RH - RC 49 Optional

O - LC 49

S70 - 70 Optional

HD PENTAX -DA 35mmF 2.8 Macro Limited

Camera motor AF

—

44

8• 9

22

0.139

1.00

49

63×46.5

214

Hood built - in

DA 35Macro Limited

DA70mmLimited Included

S C PENTAX -DA 40mmF 2.8 XSm

Camera motor AF

—

39

4• 5

22

0.4

0.13

27

62.9×9.2

52—

Lens Front Cover 27

DA40mmLimited Optional

HD PENTAX -DA 40mmF 2.8 Limited

Camera motor AF

—

39

4• 5

22

0.4

0.13

49 or 30.5

63×15

89

MH - RE 49 Included

DA40/2.8 Limited

DA40mmLimited Included

Camera motor AF

—

31.5

5• 6

22

0.45

0.15

52

63×38.5

122

RH - RA 52 Optional

O - LC 52

S70 - 70 Optional

SDM

—

28.6

8• 9

22

0.45

0.173

58

70.5×66375

PH - RBH58 Included

O - LC 58

S90 - 100 Includedm
SmC PENTAX -DA 55mmF1.4 SDM

S C PENTAX -DA 50mmF1.8

m
SmC PENTAX -DA 300mmF4ED[IF] SDM

Camera motor AF

—

23

5• 6

22

0.7

0.12

49

63×26

131

MH - RF49 Included

DA70/2.4 Limited

DA70 mmLimited Included

Camera motor AF

12.5

8.1

8• 9

22

1.2

0.20

77

83×134825

PH - RBK 77 Included

O - LC 77

S120 - 160 Included

SDM

Camera motor AF

8.2

5.4

6• 8

32

1.4

0.24

77

83×184

1,070

PH - RBK 77 Included

O - LC 77

S120 - 210 Included

DC

4.4

2.9

6• 7

45

5.6

0.10

112

130.3×521.7

3,040

Hood built - in

Exclusive (available on order)

Exclusive (available on order)

HD PENTAX -DA 560mmF5.6ED AW

When mounted on an APS-C-format digital SLR camera body, the lens’s angle of view is extended by approximately 1.5 times in terms of the 35 mm format.
: Autofocus operation driven by lens -installed supersonic direct- drive motor
Camera motor AF : Autofocus operation driven by camera - installed motor

SDM

DC

: Autofocus operation driven by lens -installed DC motor

PLM: Autofocus operation driven by lens -installed pulse motor: When mounted on an AF - equipped camera body, the lens operates in autofocus mode. When mounted on a camera body without an AF system, it operates in manual - focus mode.
: Cameras compatible with lens - driven AF operation: K-1, KP, K-3II, K-3 , K-70, K- S2 , K- S1, K-50, K-30, K-5II, K-5IIs, K-5 , K-01, K-7, K- r, K- x, K- m, K 20 D, K 200 D, K 10 D FW Ver.1. 30, K 100 D Super• D FA - , D FA - , DA - , DA Limited - and DA-series lenses have no aperture ring (except for the D FA MACRO 50 mm lens). The aperture must be set on a camera body. These lenses cannot be used on a PENTAX SLR camera bodywithout Programmed AE mode.
Camera motor AF

SDM

(3)

SDM

HD PENTAX -DA 70mmF2.4 Limited
S C PENTAX -DA 200mmF2.8ED[IF] SDM

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2×−S

S C PENTAX -DA FISH -EYE10 -17mmF3.5 -4.5ED[IF]S C PENTAX -DA 18 -135mmF3.5 -5.6ED AL[IF] DC WR•

1.4×−S

S C PENTAX -DA 12 -24mmF4ED AL[IF]S C PENTAX -DA 18 -55mmF3.5 -5.6AL WR•

Rear converter compatibility
HD PENTAX-DA AF
REAR CONVERTER 1.4× AW*
Phase-matching Contrast-detection

DC* The HD PENTAX- DA 55-300 mmF4.5-6.3ED PLM WR RE lens has a KAF4 mount featuring Electromagnetic Diaphragm Control Mechanism.
* Compatible models: K-1, KP, K-70, K-3II, K-3 , K- S2 , K- S1, K-50. For proper operation, the camera’s firmware must be updated to the latest version. Use of the latest firmware is strongly recommended.

(1) Take the following precautions when using the HD PENTAX- DA AF Rear Converter 1.4 × AW.

• When mounted on a lens marked “ ” in the phase-matching column, this converter may not provide accurate focus with a camera equipped with a phase-matching AF system. When mounted on a lens marked “ ” inthe contrast detection column, this converter may not provide accurate focus with a camera equipped with a contrast-detection AF system. When mounted on a lens marked “Incompatible,” the lens may interfere withthe converter’s operation and cause operational failure. Avoid mounting such lenses.
• When mounted, this converter closes down the lens’s maximum aperture by one stop.
• Cameras compatible with AF operation: KP, K-3II, K-3 , K- S2 , K- S1, K-50, K-30, K-5II, K-5IIs, K-5 , K-01, K-7/K- r (some cameras may require firmware updates).
• This converter may not provide accurate focus with the K-7’s contrast-detection AF system.
(2) Cameras compatible with AF operation: KP, K-3II, K-3 , K- S2 , K- S1, K-50, K-30, K-5 II, K-5 IIs, K-01
(3) The maximum aperture is set at F2.4.
(4) Lens cap for exclusive use with the supplied lens hood (The optional PH - PBJ58 Lens Hood must be mounted to use this cap.)(5) This lens cap can be used when the optional PH - PBJ58 Lens Hood is removed.

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PENTAX Lens Technology

Advanced technology in designing the ultimate lenses

For bright, clear images

For clear, natural image rendition

Aero Bright Coating II

Conceptual illustration of Aero Bright Coating

Aero Bright Coating II

Super-low refractive index layer

Featuring a new layer formation process based on nanotechnology, thisstate - of - the - art, high - grade lens coating process uses silica aerogel as the main
component to realize a super - low refractive index. By increasing the amount of air
trapped in the silica aerogel layer, this new - generation process successfully forms
a highly transparent, super - low refraction coating superior to that of the original Aero
Bright Coating. Since it transmits undisturbed light, it greatly enhances the optical
performance of the latest PENTAX lenses.
Refractive index of various coatings

High refraction layer
Low refraction layer

Base layers(formed by vacuum
deposition process)

Aero Bright CoatingHigh refraction layer
Low refraction layer
High refraction layer

Lens

Conventional multi-layer coating
HD Coating

Super-low refractive index layer made of high-porosity silica structure

Aero Bright Coating

Air space

Aero Bright Coating II

Reflectance(%)

Silica particle

Base layers

Cross-sectional view

HD Coating

Aero Bright Coating is a lens coating developed fromnanotechnology. It applies a silica aerogel coating layer
with a uniform porous structure over a regularmulti - layer coating. By trapping low - refraction air
between stable silica nanoparticles, it forms
a super - low refraction, high - transparency coating.
It also drastically reduces surface reflections, while
minimizing flare and ghost images.

Conventional coating

Aero Bright Coating

Surface-reflected
light (high)Lens

Multi-layer coating, Ghostless Coating
and internal reflection prevention

HD Coating

Aero Bright Coating

Surface-reflected
light (low)The manufacturing process for traditional vacuum
deposition coating posed problems. Uneven membranethickness and variations in the refractive index tend tooccur due to difficulties in enhancing membrane
density. To solve this, HD coating is created via
a specialized method to achieve a high-density
membrane with nanometer precision. This method
reduces reflectance across the entire visible spectrum.
It also produces a very hard and durable coating.
1

Reflectance
(%)

Lens
0

350

400

450

500

550

600

650

700

750

Optical lenses are affected by various types ofaberrations, which prevent them from delivering ideal
imaging performance. One of these is sphericalaberration, in which light rays fail to converge ona single focal point, resulting in blurring of the point
image. AL (Aspherical Lens) elements can be used tominimize this aberration, as well as to reduce
the number of component elements needed, allowing
for the design of a compact, high - performance lens.
In addition to glass - molded AL elements, PENTAX
has also developed hybrid AL elements by laying
special transparent resin over optical glass, as well as
resin - molded AL elements. PENTAX selects the best
AL element for each lens, based on factors such as
the configuration, aperture size and application.

Special optical glass elements

20nm

Wavelength (nm)Aero Bright Coating

AL (Aspherical Lens) elements

PENTAX interchangeable lenses are treated withan original multi - layer coating to reduce the surface
reflection to approximately 1 /10 of single - layer
coatings. This coating increases the transmissivity oflight over the entire visible light range, while almost
completely eliminating harmful UV light. It also
reduces flare and ghost images under adverse lighting
conditions such as backlight to deliver sharp,high - quality images.
Some lenses are also treated with the
PENTAX- exclusive Ghostless Coating, which reducesreflections from specific types of light and minimizes
the generation of ghost images. PENTAX selects
the best possible coating for each lens by carefully
assessing key factors such as the configuration of
the lens and the characteristics of the glass.

The refraction rate of glass varies depending on
the wavelength of light. Because of this, natural light
may fail to converge on a single focal point because it
contains light of varying wavelengths. For instance,
when an image is enlarged on a computer screen, you
may notice purple blurring around red dots. This iscalled chromatic aberration. With conventional lenses
using optical glass elements, it becomes increasingly
difficult to correct this aberration as the focal length
becomes longer. To minimize chromatic aberration,
PENTAX makes use of three different types of glasswith low light spectral dispersion in its opticalelements: ED glass, Anomalous Dispersion glass andhigh refractive index low dispersion glass. By selecting
the most appropriate glass types for a specific lens,
PENTAX assures optimum imaging performance forevery single lens, from wide-angle to telephoto.
Focal plane

Conventional optical glass
Focal plane

Wavelength (nm)Transmitted light (low)Transmitted light (high)Traditional multi-coating

HD coating

PENTAX also applies a combination of flocking andpainting processes to the interior of lens barrels toprevent internal reflections, while incorporating a lightshielding mechanism to one optical element in eachlens group to prevent scattering of light. All thesefeatures work collectively to minimize flare and ghost
images.

Ghost image caused bybacklight

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Image captured with a Ghostless
Coating lens

ED glass
Conceptual image

Large, exclusively designed hood
PENTAX interchangeable lenses are equipped with ahost of innovative features, such as original multi - layer
coatings and devices used to prevent reflections inside
the lens barrel. The large, exclusively designed hoodcomes in handy in eliminating flare and ghost images
when shooting under difficult lighting conditions, suchas backlight. The hood is either included or built into
most PENTAX lenses to provide the maximum lightshielding effect.

Floating Lens system
In conventional lenses, aberrations are corrected bybalancing the factors involved, based on frequently usedshooting distances. However, this may cause aberrationsat other shooting distances. PENTAX’s Floating Lens
system solves this problem by changing the gap between
some optical elements in relation to the shooting
distance. With conventional lenses, it improves their
imaging power in close - up photography, and shortens
the minimum focusing distance. Especially withlarge-aperture, wide - angle lenses,
it assures outstanding imaging performance bycorrecting the field curvature problem observed inclose - range shooting. With macro lenses designed for
close - up photography, it improves image - forming
performance in long - range shooting. The basic
mechanism of the Floating Lens system is also
incorporated into the IF (Inner Focus) system.

FREE system
FREE stands for Fixed Rear Element Extension. It isa type of Floating Lens system in which only the front
group of the optics shifts during focusing operation,
while the rear group remains stationary. This prevents
fluctuations in imaging performance, which tend tooccur in open - aperture shooting, and assures
exceptional image quality at all shooting distances,both near and far.

Electromagnetic Diaphragm Control
Mechanism (available with KAF4-mount lenses)*This mechanism digitally controls the aperture blades toassure high- precision exposure control. Unlike
mechanical control systems, in which the blades are
driven using force supplied by the camera body withlever action, this electromagnetic mechanism
incorporates the aperture blades and the driving motor asa unit in the lens barrel. Aperture settings are changed
using the electric power and digital signals supplied by
the camera body. This assures extremely accurate
diaphragm control, with minimal operational noise andvibration. The aperture blades are also smoothly andflawlessly driven. Even when the lighting level fluctuates
during video recording, the mechanism instantly shifts
the aperture blades into the correct position to avoid
unexpected changes in exposure level and prevent
annoying diaphragm- driving sound from being recorded,making it possible to record natural, flawless video clips.

Round Diaphragm
Round DiaphragmLenses with polygonal irises tend to suffer a streaking
light effect caused by refraction when shooting point
light sources. PENTAX’s Round Diaphragm,
however, produces an image in which point lightsources appear to be enveloped in gentle, circular
light. Even with ordinary subjects, the round iris
produces a natural bokeh effect in the background,and captures the highlights as beautifully blurred,perfectly round light spots.

Round Iris Diaphragm* For shooting with a KAF4-mount lens featuring the Electromagnetic
Diaphragm Control system, the camera’s firmware must be updated to
the latest version. Use of the latest firmware is strongly recommended.
Cameras compatible with KAF4-mount lenses: K-1, KP, K-3II, K-3, K-S2,
K-S1 and K-50. If an incompatible camera is used, the diaphragm control
mechanism is locked, causing inaccurate exposure control.

Electromagnetic Diaphragm Control Unit

SmC PENTAX-DA 55mmF1.4 SDM

24

PENTAX Lens Technology
For comfortable, flawless operation
SDM, DC and PLM (Lens-installedmotor-driven AF system)
SDM

DC

PLM

Lenses with “SDM” (Supersonic Direct - drive Motor),“DC” (Direct Current motor) or “PLM” (Pulse Motor)
in their names feature an AF system driven by a motor
installed in the lens barrel. Compared with AF systems
driven by motors installed in the camera body, thissystem assures quieter, smoother autofocus operation.
The SDM system provides a braking mechanism toassure high - speed, high - precision control of speed andposition. The PLM system assures quiet operation freeof the operational noise caused by rotating gears,
because it is directly linked with a lead screw to drive
the lens mechanism. It produces video clips withminimal operational noise, as well as providing
AF - tracking operation during video recording.*

Multi-group zooming system
In most zoom lenses, one lens group shifts to change
the focal length while another shifts to correct focus,
because accurate focus has to be maintained on
the subject even after the focal length has changed. Itmeans that two lens groups are shifted simultaneously.
Unlike these lenses, most PENTAX zoom lenses
feature a more sophisticated multi - group system, inwhich three to five lens groups are shifted all at once toimprove imaging performance and operability overthe entire zoom range, assure a higher magnification,and reduce body size. They also feature an array ofother advanced technologies, including an inner zoom
mechanism that shifts only the inner lens groups tokeep the total lens length unchanged, and a nonlinear
movement zoom mechanism in which each lens groupperforms complex movements.

* With PLM-installed lenses, the AF.C (AF Continuous) mode during video
recording is available only in combination with the PENTAX K-70 camera
body. (As of February 2017 )For greater reliability
Power Focus mechanism
This system detects the amount of the zoom ring’s
rotation, then sends electrical signals to drive a motor
installed in the lens barrel. Since this generates very
little backlash (caused by play between or unevennessof the gears), it assures stable, high - precision
manual - focus operation. It becomes inoperable when
the camera’s power switch is turned off.
• Lenses equipped with Power Focus mechanism:
HD PENTAX- DA 18 -50 mmF4-5.6 DC WR RE
HD PENTAX- DA 55 -300 mmF4.5 -6.3 ED PLM WR RE• Cameras compatible with Power Focus - equipped lenses:K-1, KP, K-3II ,K- S2 , K- S1, K-3 , K-50 , K-5II , K-5II s, K-30 , K-01, K-5 , K- r, K-7, K- x, K- m,
K 20 D, K 200 D, K 10 D F W Ver.1.30 , K 100 D Super
Notes:• With the K-5II , K-5II s, K-5 , K- r, K-7 and K- x, manual - focus operation isunavailable in the video recording mode.
• To ensure stable, dependable operations, we advise switching to the video
recording mode after the camera’s power switch has been turned on in
the shooting mode.

Dustproof & weather-resistant

Weather-resistant

PENTAX faced a series of demanding
tasks to perfect these structures. Somelenses required a special structure withan air vent because of their extended
lengths, while others demanded more
effortless, flawless operation. Each
challenge was overcome. PENTAX
plans to make these dependable
structures a standard feature of not
only high - grade lenses but also allinterchangeable lenses in the future.

Focus preset modeThis convenient mode memorizes a desired in - focus
position, and lets you recall it instantly. It allows you
to capture once - in - a - lifetime shutter chances withactive subjects, such as athletes, who change theirposition by the moment.

Focus lens

Dustproof, weather-resistantconstructionmm

S C PENTAX-DA
55mmF1.4 SDM

PLM-driven focusing mechanism

IF (Inner Focus) system
Conventional interchangeable lenses employ
an all - group shifting system, in which all elements of
the optics shift during focusing. The IF system,
however, shifts only part of the optics during focusing.
Since this can reduce the lens’s overall weight — which
the motor has to drive during autofocus operation —it not only assures faster AF speed, but also shortens
the minimum focusing distance to improve imaging
performance in close-up photography. It also
eliminates the change in the lens length, maintaining
the ideal weight balance regardless of subject orshooting distance — a great advantage, especially withsuper-telephoto lenses.

Quick-Shift Focus system
Quick-Shift Focus

This user - friendly system lets you effortlessly change
the focus mode from autofocus to manual without any
switching action. Simply by turning the focus ring
during AF operation, it instantly switches tomanual - focus mode to allow for extra - fine focus
adjustment — a feature that is extremely useful inclose-up photography. To further improve the system’s
operability and versatility, PENTAX has equippedsome lenses with a new triple - mode system: the QFS/A(Autofocus-priority) mode allows manual focus
adjustment after the AF operation is completed;the QFS/M (Manual-priority) mode lets you shift
the in - focus point even when the AF system is still inaction; and the MF (Manual Focus) mode lets you
instantly switch to manual focusing with a single twistof the lens’s focus ring.

Focus range limiter
This function lets you regulate the focus range toshorten the time required for autofocus operation.

m

25

HD PENTAX-D FA 70-200mmF2.8ED DC AW

With SP Coating

Without SP Coating

Operation window for circularpolarizing filter
To facilitate the use of a circular polarizing filter, most
PENTAX lenses are designed with a non - rotating front
end, which remains stationary during zooming andfocusing operation. In addition, large lens hoods
feature an operation window at their bottom to assure
easy control of a circular polarizing filter without
the need to remove the hood from the lens.

Initial closed position
S C PENTAX-DA 200mmF2.8ED[IF] SDM

This PENTAX- exclusive coating provides outstanding
repellent performance against water and grease.
Applied to the front surface of the first lens element,
it not only protects the lens from dust, water andgrease, but also makes it easier to wipe these substances
off the lens surface. It is also highly resistant toabrasion and scratch, helping to keep the lens in prime
condition. Applied to many PENTAX lenses, thiscoating has proven to be extremely effective inprotecting the lens surface.

Comparison of dirt adhesion (oil-based ink)
HD PENTAX- D FA 70 -200mmF2.8ED DC AW

PL filter control position

HD PENTAX-D FA 70-200mmF2.8ED DC AW

Precautions for the retractable mechanism of
HD PENTAX-DA 18-50mmF4-5.6 DC WR RE andHD PENTAX-DA 55-300mmF4.5-6.3ED PLM WR
RE lenses

PENTAX K mount

SP coating

PLM(Pulse Motor)

Conventional SLR- camera lenses are designed to keep
their optics constantly in working condition, whether
in action or storage. This design, however, sets limits
on the downsizing of the lens. PENTAX has come up
with the innovative idea of a retractable structure tosolve this problem. When the lens is not in use,
the lens barrel slides in to eliminate gaps within
the optics, making the overall length shorter thanother models with the same focal length. This innovative
design also improves the lens’s portability without
sacrificing its optical performance. This type of lens also
features a lock button to prevent accidental retraction.

HD PENTAX-DA
20-40mmF2.8-4ED Limited DC WR

SP (Super Protect) Coating
HD PENTAX-D FA 150-450mmF4.5-5.6ED DC AW

Retractable mechanism

When these lenses are mounted on one of the following cameras, the camera
shutter will be released without correct focus on the subject, even when
the lens is in retracted, storage position. (The camera also fails to indicate
the in-storage signal on its display panel.)
K-50 , K-5 II, K-5 IIs, K-30 , K-01, K-5 , K- r, K-7, K- x, K- m, K 20 D, K 200 D,
K 10 D FW Ver.1.30 , K 100 D Super
Note: The K-3 and K- S1 require a firmware update to use these lenses.

Lead screw
S C PENTAX-DA 60-250mmF4ED[IF] SDM

Lens references

A lens surface treated with SP Coating has a very smoothsurface without the adhesion of the oil-based ink.

Comparison of wipe -off (oil-based ink)
With SP Coating

Without SP Coating

A lens surface treated with SP Coating can be wiped clean
more easily and completely, even after the ink has dried.

Every lens mount designed for PENTAX
interchangeable lenses since 1975 has been based on
the bayonet - type K mount. This PENTAX- exclusive
mount harmonizes a large aperture with ease of lenschange, high precision and exceptional durability.
These outstanding features make it easy to incorporate
advanced diaphragm control and autofocus
mechanisms into a new lens, while retaining fullcompatibility with existing lenses. Despite differencesin their performance and function, PENTAX designs
both cameras and lenses to ensure utmost versatility.

Uniform color balance
All PENTAX interchangeable lenses provide a uniform
color balance and deliver the identical, vibrant color
tones, even when one lens is replaced with another. Since
the days of film- format cameras, this principle has held
true because PENTAX wants always to deliver beautiful,
high-quality images with its lenses, whether old or new.

Quality Control
All PENTAX interchangeable lenses are subjected tothe stringent inspections throughout their production
process — from design to manufacturing. After theirproduction, they are measured for such specifications
as resolving power, contrast, color and aberrations using
PENTAX- developed measuring instruments,and objectively evaluated for their numerical values.
The lenses which have failed to meet PENTAX’s strict
quality standards are sent back for fine - tuning.
Thanks to this dependable quality - control system, every
PENTAX lens delivers the optimum quality andperformance to our users.

Series

Focal length
Features
Maximum aperture

Title (symbol)

Meaning of title (symbol)

SeriesStar

A Star lens series produced throughthe use of the latest optical technologies.
It delivers the ultimate in digital images,
and assures optimum image quality,
operability and durability.

LimitedA lens series delivering a truthful sense of
depth and excellent imaging power that
can’t be described by mere numericalvalues. Its machined aluminum-alloy
body adds a sense of exclusivity.

D FA

A lens series designed for 35 mm
full - frame digital SLR cameras, withcompatibility with APS - C - format
models.

DA

A compact, lightweight lens series
designed for APS - C - format digital SLR
cameras. The series is optimized for
digital imaging, and provides a wide
selection of models.

DA L

A lightweight version of the DA series
with a plastic mount, available only as
a part of camera kits and not soldindependently.

FA

A lens series designed for 35 mm
film - format SLR cameras. This
long - selling series has been highly
acclaimed by professionals because of
its exceptional color reproduction.

FA J

A compact, lightweight lens series
developed by removing an aperture ringfrom the FA - series models.

FunctionAW

A lens featuring a dustproof,
weather - resistant structure (AW stands
for All Weather).

WR

A lens featuring a weather-resistant
structure (WR stands for Weather
Resistant).

SDM

A lens featuring an AF mechanism driven
by SDM (Supersonic Direct-drive Motor).

DC

A lens featuring an AF mechanism
driven by DC (Direct Current) motor.

PLM

A lens featuring an AF mechanism
directly linked to a lead screw anddriven by PLM (Pulse Motor).

[IF]

A lens featuring the IF (Inner Focus)
system.

AL

A lens featuring aspherical lens elements
for effective compensation of sphericalaberration.

ED

A lens featuring ED (Extra - Low
Dispersion) glass elements for effective
compensation of chromatic aberration.

MACRO/ A lens providing magnification in macro
Macro photography.
RE

A lens featuring a retractablemechanism.

Note:
In some lenses, function titles may be omitted from their names, even if
they feature such functions.

26Basic factors that make photography more
exciting and enjoyable

The Fundamentals of Lens
Depth of field

ACCESSORIESPENTA X’s extensive accessory system enhances
the creativity of digital SLR photography

Depth of field refers to the in-focus area in front of and behind the subject when
it is captured in focus. The shorter the lens’s focal length, the deeper the depthof field; the longer the focal length, the shallower. For this reason, you shouldchoose a wide-angle lens when you want to capture the entire image field in
focus, or select a telephoto lens when your goal is to throw the background out
of focus. The depth of field can be made deeper by closing down the aperture,or shallower by opening it up. Depth of field also becomes deeper when you
focus on a distant subject, or shallower when you focus on a close one.
Image captured at open aperture (F2.8)

Image capture at smaller aperture (F16)

Image capture with wide-angle lens(APS-C: 18mm; 35mm full-frame: 27.5mm)

Image capture with telephoto lens(APS-C: 77mm; 35mm full-frame: 118mm)

Perspective
Perspective is a visual effect that makes a closer object appear to be larger while
making a distant object look smaller. A wide - angle lens emphasizes perspective
by widening the distance between the subject in the foreground andthe background. Conversely, a telephoto lens reduces perspective by bringing
the background closer to the subject in the foreground. A super - telephoto lenswith an extra - long focal length creates an extremely compressed perspective.
Perspective is also affected by the distance to the subject. By photographing
the subject at a close distance using a wide - angle or ultra - wide - angle lens, you
can capture an eye - catching image with exaggerated perspective.

Angle of view

F number (lens brightness)

The size of a subject or image area is decided by
the focal length of a lens. The angle of view expresses
this in terms of degrees. The angle of view refers toan angle known as the diagonal angle of view, which iscreated by the lens’s principal point and a diagonal line
connecting the two opposing corners of the image
field. Since angle of view is inversely proportional to
the focal length, you should choose a wide-angle lensfor sweeping scenery, or a telephoto lens to bringa distant subject closer. In the APS - C format, the angleof view is narrower (by approximately two - thirds) thanthat of the 35 mm full - frame format.

Angle of View

Magnification

The brightness of a lens is indicated by a numerical value
obtained by dividing the focal length of a lens by its
effective aperture. This numerical value is called the F
number. The smaller this number, the brighter the lens;
the larger the number, the dimmer. In other words,
the larger the aperture, the brighter the lens. If theaperture is identical, the shorter the focal length,
the brighter the lens. Especially when shooting in poorly
illuminated locations, a bright lens provides somecrucial advantages, including a clear view of the subject
in the viewfinder, and the use of faster shutter speeds.
It can also produce a beautifully defocused background.

Magnification is calculated by dividing the size ofan image projected on the image sensor by the actual
size of a subject. The maximum magnification of a lens
refers to the magnification which captures the subject
in the largest possible image from the closest possible
distance. PENTAX provides a group of macro lenses,
some of which feature a maximum magnification oflife size for close - up photography. In life - size
photography, a subject one centimeter long forms
an image of the same length on the image sensor,
making it possible to capture fine details in a large
image.

Angle - of - view changes in relation to focal length,from ultra- wide angle to super telephoto

Focal length and angle of view in 35mm full-frame format (with a D FA , D FA, FA Limited or FA lens)

15 mm/111°

24 mm/84 °50 mm/47 °70 mm/34.5°

100 mm/24.5°

Focal length and angle of view in APS - C format (with a DA , DA Limited or DA lens)15 (23)mm/86 °24 (37 )mm/61°

50 (76.5 )mm/31.5°

70 (107 )mm/23 °100 (153)mm/16 °200 mm/12.5°

400 mm/6.2 °The focal length equivalent in the 35 mm format is indicate in parentheses.

200 (307 )mm/8.1°

400 (614)mm/4.1°

PENTAX provides a selection of exclusive
accessories to accommodate a wide range of subjects
and shooting styles — from flexible control oflighting to add- on functions and finder options.
Every accessory is designed to be a perfect partner ofyour PENTAX digital SLR camera.

Note: If the focal length is identical, an APS - C - format lens provides an angle of view approximately 1.5 times wider than that of a 35 mm full - frame lens.

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Auto FlashA range of auto flashes for flexible control of lighting andcreative visual expression
AF540FGZ II Auto Flash
Dustproof & weather-resistant

P-TTL Auto Flash

Wireless

High-speed sync

Auto zoom

Contrast-control sync

With a maximum guide number of 54 (at ISO100 /m),this high - capacity, clip - on auto flash featuresa dustproof, weather - resistant structure to deliver
dependable performance even under demanding
outdoor conditions, such as at dusty locations and in
the rain. Since it features a powerful white - LED flash
head and an AF - assist light for shooting in the dark,
it can be used not only for close - range movie
recording, but also for still - image shooting withextended exposures. It provides nine custom functions
to personalize its operation, including on/off switchingof the LED light when used as a catch light,
and setting of the LED light’s discharge mode in
still - image shooting.
• LCD control panel in backlight modeThis auto flash features a dustproof, weather - resistant
structure identical to that of the camera body, with 28
sealing parts applied across the unit, including the hot
shoe. Its power switch, control dials and buttons,
and battery compartment are all completely sealed toprovide an airtight structure. It even has a tightening
knob to eliminate gaps between its hot shoe andthe camera’s contacts. A light twist of this knob assuressolid connection of the electrical contacts, while
preventing the intrusion of foreign substances.

HD PENTA X - D FA 24 -70 mmF 2.8 ED SDM WR / AF 201 FG

Auto flash units
featuring an advanced,
high-precision
Auto Flash mode

Major features of auto flashes
Auto zoom

Auto zoom

The flash unit automatically adjusts the angle ofdischarge in relation to the lens’s angle of view.*
This prevents disappointing results in wide - angle
shooting when the image’s peripheral areas areunderexposed due to insufficient lighting.
* The flash’s illumination range becomes shorter as the lens’s focal length shortens.

Flash units are valuable accessories
which not only provide supplementary
illumination in dark locations, but also
feature a range of creative applications,such as bounce flash, multiple flash andwireless control. PENTAX has
a selection of auto flash units, ranging
from a high - capacity model to moreversatile, compact, lightweight models.
Each one of them provides advanced
P -TTL auto flash control to assurehigh-accuracy exposure control.
In combination with PENTAX digital
SLR cameras, they greatly expand
the world of photographic creativity.
Note:
Due to camera and flash compatibility issues,
some combinations may result in somefunctions not being available.

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Synchronization mode
PENTAX auto flashes provide a choice of foursynchronization modes, including the default setting ofleading-curtain sync mode.

• Leading - curtain sync mode
The flash makes a discharge immediately after the leading
shutter curtain opens. This mode provides the shortest timelag before the flash discharge.

The flash discharges a moment before the trailing shutter
curtain closes. This mode is useful when you want to createa trace of the moving subject behind it.
High-speed sync

The flash allows for the use of a shutter speed faster thanthe camera’s flash synchronization speed. This mode makes
it possible to use a larger aperture for a natural bokeh effectin the background, even when you want to use flash
illumination to erase subject shadows caused by backlight.

• Contrast - control sync mode Contrast-control sync
In multi - flash settings, this mode lets you adjust
the balance of illumination between the camera’s built - inflash and external flash units, allowing you to control
the shape, position and intensity of shadows.

AF201FG Auto Flash

Discharge mode
PENTAX auto flashes provide four discharge modes,
including P -TTL Auto Flash featuring fully automaticdischarge of proper illumination.

• P-TTL Auto Flash mode

P-TTL Auto FlashWhen the flash makes a preliminary discharge, the camera
reads the illumination level of reflected light using
its light-metering sensor. Based on the obtained data, theflash automatically adjusts its discharge to the proper level.
Since only a fraction of a second is needed between
the preliminary discharge and the main discharge, the flash
provides high-accuracy auto-flash operation with minimal
time lag.

• Manual flash mode
The flash allows you to manually set the desired level ofillumination, based on such factors as shooting distance,lens aperture and ISO sensitivity.

• Wireless mode

• Trailing - curtain sync mode

• High- speed sync mode

AF360FGZ II Auto Flash

Wireless

Using the camera’s built-in flash or a camera-mounted flash
unit (AF540 FGZII or AF 360 FGZII) as a master unit orcontroller, this mode lets you remotely control the timingof the discharge and level of illumination for a slave unit
positioned away from the camera. It even allows advanced
P-TTL Auto Flash operation of a slave unit without
requiring an extension cable.** Refer to page 31 for details of wireless P -TTL Auto Flash operation.

• Multi mode
The flash makes a series of discharges during an exposure.
You can set the level of illumination and the number andinterval of discharges to your preference. By combining thismode with a slow shutter speed, you can track the subject’s
movement in a single image.

Dustproof & weather-resistant

P-TTL Auto Flash

Wireless

High-speed sync

Auto zoom

Contrast-control sync

With a maximum guide number of 36 (at ISO100 /m),this auto flash features a dustproof, weather-resistant
structure with 28 sealing parts across its body,
including the hot shoe, to assure dependable,
worry - free flash photography even under adverse
outdoor conditions. Its white - LED flash head can also
be used as a handy light source in movie recording.
It provides other useful features, such as a reduced
recharge time, a tilt head mechanism (horizontally andvertically) for bounce flash applications, and simple
operations to assure easy access to the desired lighting
effect. With nine custom functions, this flash unit
provides a range of creative applications and performs
superbly in a variety of settings.

Dustproof & weather-resistant

P-TTL Auto Flash

This compact, lightweight auto flash featuresa maximum guide number of 20 (at ISO100 /m) anda dustproof, weather - resistant structure with 18 sealing
parts across its body, including the hot shoe.
It provides simplified operation: a single turn ofthe discharge mode dial, which also functions as
the power switch, makes it ready for flash photography.
It also provides other useful features, including: a tilt
head mechanism which moves a maximum angle of
135 degrees for bounce flash applications, to capture
soft, natural images; and a removable wide - angle panel
to cover an angle of view as wide as 13mm (whenmounted on an APS - C - format digital SLR camera).

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Flash Accessories

An assortment of flash accessories to maximize the potentialof creative photography
Extension Cord F5P

Hot Shoe Adapter FG(F5 P: 0.5 m, F5 P(L) : approx. 3 m)

Attached to the camera’s hot shoe, this adapter
connects the camera with a remotely positioned flash
unit using the Extension Cord F5P. It allows for
simultaneous use of the camera’s built - in flash.

This five - point extension cord is used to connect thecamera with a remotely positioned flash unit (AF540 FGZ II, AF 360 FGZ II or AF201 FG). It must be
used in combination with the Hot Shoe Adapter F or
FG and the Off - camera Shoe Adapter F.

Hot Shoe Adapter F

Off - camera Shoe Adapter F

Flash Lighting

Useful lighting techniques to expand your creative world

Bounce flash

Multi- flash lighting

If you apply flash illumination directly on your subjects, it may cause unnatural,
unwanted visual effects, such as dark shadows or flat textures. The most effective
technique to soften the lighting is bounce flash, where you reflect the flash
illumination off a ceiling or wall by changing the angle of a flash head to create a soft,
indirect lighting effect. With PENTAX’s auto flash units, you can take advantage ofadvanced P -TTL Auto Flash operation to automatically set the proper exposure foryour subject.

By illuminating the subject from several different angles, this technique lets you create
the desired visual effect, and produce an image with an intended sense of depth.
It offers a variety of possibilities: emphasizing the subject’s outlines using light castfrom behind; creating faint shadows using diagonal lighting; or combining direct andindirect lighting for the desired visual effect. Thanks to the highly accurate P -TTL
Auto Flash system, the combination of a PENTAX digital SLR camera and a PENTAX
auto flash unit simplifies such advanced flash applications as contrast - control sync andwireless sync.

(B)1/3

The flash illumination is bounced off
the ceiling. The subject’s face is captured asa natural, three - dimensional image withsubtle shadows.

Bottom: flash sync contacts

Bottom: tripod socket

Attached to the camera’s hot shoe, this adapter
provides extra flash sync contacts for connection of
the Extension Cord F5P. It provides a hot shoe on its
top.

This adapter is used to mount an external flash unit ona tripod away from the camera. It provides a connector
for the Extension Cord F5P.

(A)MasterSide lighting is used to dramatize
carbonic acid bubbles and makethem stand out.The illuminationof the camera’s built - in flash (A) isbounced off the right-side wall tocreate a soft-lighted image of theglass. At the same time, anotherflash unit (B) is triggered
wirelessly from the back of
the subject.

The flash illumination is applied
directly to the subject. The entire faceis expressed as a flat, pale image.

Flash Specifications (for APS - C-format SLR cameras)
PENTAX Flash System• AF540 FGZ II• AF 360 FGZ II

ExternalP -TTL metering Manual guidenumberauto
Auto[ISO100 • m]flash

• AF201 FG• 5P system

AF

540

Availabl-

FGZII• Hot Shoe Adapter FG• Extension Cord F5P• Off - camera Shoe Adapter F

35 mm full - frame camera APS - C - format camera

Manual guidenumber[ISO200 • m]

21(13 mm)

30 (13 mm)

32 (16 mm)

45 (16 mm)

35 (19 mm)

49 (19 mm)

39 (24 mm)

55 (24 mm)

45 ( 34 mm)

64 ( 34 mm)

50 (48 mm)

71(48 mm)

54 (58 mm)

76 (58 mm)

14 (13 mm)

19.8 (13 mm)

21(16 mm)

29.7(16 mm)

22 (19 mm)

31.1(19 mm)

25 (24 mm)

35.4 (24 mm)

30 ( 34 mm)

42.4 ( 34 mm)

33 (48 mm)

46.7(48 mm)

36 (58 mm)

50.9 (58 mm)• Hot Shoe Adapter F

Wireless P-TTL Auto FlashMulti- flash system

Wireless

This advanced flash mode is available by mounting the AF540 FGZ IIor AF 360 FGZ II Auto Flash unit on a K- or *istD - series camera body.
Using the camera - mounted flash unit as a master unit or controller,
it enables highly accurate, wireless operation of advanced P -TTL
Auto Flash applications.

*Cameras compatible with wireless P-TTL
Auto Flash operation using the camera’s
built - in flash:Off - camera Shoe Adapter F
Hot Shoe Adapter F/FG
Extension Cord F5 P

AF

360

FGZII

Availabl-

KP/K-3 /K-50 /K-30 /K-5 II/K-5 IIs/K-5 /K-7/K- r/K- x/K- m/K 20 D/K 200 D/
K 10 D FW Ver.1.10 or later/K 100 D Super

Discharge angle
Discharge angle
adjustable at six
settings with
automatic or
manual zooming of
flash headAngle - of - view
coverage of 16 mm,
19 mm, 24 mm,
34 mm, 48 mm and
58 mm

Discharge angle
adjustable at six
settings with
automatic or
manual zooming of
flash headAngle - of - view
coverage of 16 mm,
19 mm, 24 mm,
34 mm, 48 mm and
58 mm

Wide - angle
panel(built - in)Bounce flash

Up(~90 °)Availabl

Down(~10 °)Angle - of - view
coverage ofa 13mm lensLeft(~135°)
Left(~180 °)Up(~90 °)Availabl
Angle - of - view
coverage ofa 13mm lensDown(~10 °)Left(~135°)
Left(~180 °)Discharge level AF - assist Size and weightlightcompensation(approx.)-4.0 EV ~ *+2.0 EV(in 1 / 3 EV
or 1 /2 EV
steps)

113 mm(H) x

Availabl **AF540 FGZ II
AF 360 FGZ IIAF540 FGZ II
AF 360 FGZ IIAF540 FGZ II
AF 360 FGZ II

FG

Availabl

-

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Angle - of - view
coverage of a
16 mm lensAngle - of - view
coverage ofa 13mm lensUp(~135°)
Down(~10 °)FourAA - cellbatteries• Exclusive use withdigital SLR cameras• Dustproof, weatherresistant structure• Automatic cameraformat switching• Customization withnine custom functions• Wireless sync mode
• High- speed sync modeFour
AA - cellbatteries• Exclusive use withdigital SLR cameras• Dustproof, weather resistant structure• Automatic cameraformat switching• Customization withnine custom functions• Wireless sync mode
• High- speed sync mode

350 g(flash body only)-4.0 EV ~ *+2.0 EV(in 1 / 3 EV
or 1 /2 EV
steps)

68 mm(W) x
111 mm(H) x

Availabl ** 106 mm(D)290 g

65 mm(W) x

201

Camera’s
built - in flash

108 mm(D)(flash body only)

Availabl

Other functions

76 mm(W) x

35 mm full - frame camera

AF

Power
source72.5mm(H) x--

31 mm(D)141 g(flash body only)• Exclusive use withdigital SLR cameras• Dustproof, weather Two
resistant structure
AAA - cellbatteries • Automatic power off (180 sec.)• Trailing - shutter syncmode

APS - C - format camera
35 mm full - frame camera

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APS - C - format camera

APS - C - format camera*

Note: Refer to the flash specification chart on page 32 for compatible flash units.

* The discharge level is also adjustable on the camera body.
** For use with 645D, K-5 II, K-5 IIs, K-5 , K-30 , K-50 or K- r camera bodies, the camera’s firmware must be updated to the latest version.

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Finder Accessories

Refconverter A

A range of accessories to optimize the viewfinder image
to your preference

Eyecup M

Focusing screens(for use with KP, K-3II, K-3, K-5II, K-5IIs, K-5,
K-70, K-S2, K-S1, K-50, K-30 and K-7 cameras)

Battery Accessories

Battery grips and power-supply accessories to upgrade
camera performance

D -BG6 Battery Grip (for K-1)

D -LI90 Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Battery

Dustproof & weather-resistant

These interchangeable focusing screens provide easy
detection of the in-focus area, and allow for
extra-fine focus adjustment in manual-focus
operation.

Attached to the camera’s viewfinder eyepiece, thisaccessory allows non-eyeglass wearers to eliminate
the gap between the eye and the eyepiece for easy
image observation.*
Attached to the viewfinder eyepiece, this converter lets
you view the image at the right angle, with a choice of
1X and 2X magnifications for extra-accurate focusing.
It comes in handy when holding the camera at waist
level in low-angle, close-up shooting, or when thecamera is fixed on a tripod and pointed downward tocapture a subject placed on the floor. It also provides
a diopter adjustment mechanism.

D - BG 6 installed
on a camera

MF-60 (Standard)
Exclusive rechargeable battery tray(included with the D-BG6)** Image holding rechargeable battery andSD memory card

Featuring an extra set of control buttons and dials for vertical-positionshooting, this grip assures a firm camera hold. It also provides a strap lug forvertical suspension of the camera. Its dustproof, weather-resistant structure
makes it highly dependable under a variety of shooting conditions. Its battery
compartment holds a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that nearly doubles
the number of recordable images. It also includes an AA-cell battery tray.

* This accessory cannot be installed on the K-1, KP, K-70 ,K- S2 , K- x, K- m,
K 200 D, K 100 D, or K 100 D Super

Eyecup M II
Features AF and spot-metering frames.

AA-cell battery tray(included with the D-BG6)**

With a large capacity of 1,860mAh, this compact
battery captures approximately 760 images* (withthe PENTAX K-1) when fully recharged.
* Measured in compliance with CIPA standards, using a fresh battery
and at a temperature of 23 °C. Actual results may vary depending on
the shooting conditions.

D -LI109 Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Battery** Image holding AA - cell batteries

D -BG7 Battery Grip (for KP)
Dustproof & weather-resistant

O -ME53 Magnifying Eyecup

ML-60 (AF Divided Matte)(for exclusive use with APS-C-format SLR cameras)
When attached to the camera’s viewfinder eyepiece,
this accessory allows you to eliminate the gap between
the eye and the eyepiece for easy observation of
the image. It also allows the attachment of a 67- system
diopter correction lens.*

D - BG7 installed
on a camera* Measured in compliance with CIPA standards, using a fresh battery andat the temperature of 23 °C. Actual results may vary depending on
the shooting conditions.

* This accessory cannot be installed on the K-1, KP, K-3 II, K-3 , K-5 II,
K-5 IIs , K-5 , K-70 , K- S2 , K- S1, K-50 , K-30 , K-7, K 20 D, K 10 D, K 200 D,
K- r , K- x or K- m camera body.

This eyecup enlarges the viewfinder image byapproximately 1.8 times. When mounted on
a PENTAX KP camera body with a 0.95- times
magnification, it provides a combined magnification of
approximately 1.12 times, allowing you to observea larger view of the entire image field for easier
focusing.

Features cross lines to assist in image
composition.

67-system Diopter Correction Lenses(-5m-1 to +2m-1)

When mounted on the Eyecup M II, these lenses widen
the camera’s diopter correction range by working
together with its diopter correction mechanism.

This compact, lightweight battery capturesapproximately 390 images* (with the PENTAX KP),
with flash discharge used for 50 percent of images.

MI-60 (AF Scale Matte)

Featuring an extra set of control buttons and dials for vertical-position shooting,this grip assures a firm camera hold both horizontally and vertically in
combination with the included Grip L. In addition to the D-LI109 battery —the same battery used on the camera body — it also accepts the large-capacity
D-LI90 battery for extended shooting sessions.

Exclusive rechargeable battery tray(included with the D-BG7)*

K-BC90 Battery Charger Kit* Image holding rechargeable battery andSD memory card

D -BG5 Battery Grip (for K-3II and K-3)
Dustproof & weather-resistant

Diopter Correction Lens Adapter M(-5m-1 to +3m-1)

D - BG5 installed
on a camera

This kit charges the D-LI90 Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Battery.

Features crosshairs with scales.

When your eyesight is beyond the camera’s diopter
correction range, you can attach this adapter* tothe camera’s viewfinder to adjust the viewfinder’s
diopter to your eyesight.

ME-60 (Plain Matte)

This grip holds a rechargeable battery identical to the one carried by the camera and an extra SD memory card.
Powered by the twin - battery system paired with the camera’s battery, it nearly doubles the number of recordable
images. It also includes a spare battery tray to hold six AA - cell batteries. It features the same dustproof,
weather - resistant structure of the camera body.

K-BC109 Battery Charger Kit

D -BH109 AA-battery Holder (for K-50, K-30 and K-r)

* This accessory cannot be used in combination with the camera’s eyecup.

This battery holder accepts four AA - cell batteries (lithium, NiMH or
alkaline), which are readily available almost anywhere around the world.
With a set of lithium batteries, it can record approximately 1,250
images* without flash discharge (with the PENTAX K-50).
Ideal for manual-focus operation.

* Measured in compliance with CIPA standards, using a set of fresh lithium batteries andat a temperature of 23 °C. Actual results may vary depending on the shooting conditions.

D - BH109 holding
lithium AA - cell batteriesThis kit charges the D-LI109 Rechargeable
Lithium-ion Battery.

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GPS Unit and Remote Control

Other Accessories
Grip S O - GP167 (for use with the KP)

IMAGE Transmitter 2 tethering
software (for K-1 and KP)

K-AC132 AC Adapter Kit

Grip S O - GP167
installedon a camera

This is the standard Grip S packaged with PENTAX KP.
*An Allen wrench is included.

Grip M O - GP1671 (for use with the KP)This software enables tethered photography, in which
you can control exposure settings and release
the camera’s shutter while observing a live image on
your computer screen. You can also transfer and saverecorded images to a desired file on the computer.
This greatly improves the efficiency of studio shooting.

This kit supplies power to the camera from an ACelectrical outlet, making it useful for extended shooting
and playback sessions.

K-AC167 AC Adapter Kit (for KP)

Note: For proper use, software must be updated to the latest version.
Please access our official website for details.

Grip M O - GP1671
installedon a camera

You can easily replace the standard Grip S with thisoptional grip M* to accommodate a particular lens orsuit your preference of holding comfort or shooting style.

O-FC1 FLUCARD FOR
PENTAX 16GB (for K-3 II, K-3 and K-S1)
For power supply from household electrical outlets.

* An Allen wrench is included.

Grip L O - GP1672 (for use with the KP)m

O - GPS1 ASTROTRACER / S C PENTAX-DA 300mmF4ED[IF] SDM / K-70 (F4/20sec./ISO12800)

Grip L O - GP1672
installedon a camera

O-GPS1 GPS Unit(for use with the KP, K-3, K-5II, K-5IIs, K-5, K-70, K-S2, K-S1, K-50, K-30 and K-r cameras)
Weather-resistant

Sample setup

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Mounted on the camera’s hot shoe, this weather - resistant GPS
unit provides cable - free data transmission to the camera,
which then records latitude, longitude, altitude, UTC(Universal Time Coordinated) and the camera’s direction
onto captured images. It also provides three GPS - assistedfunctions: (1) Electronic Compass for accurate display ofthe camera’s direction on the camera’s LDC monitor; (2 )Simple Navigation for accurate calculation of the direction
and distance from the current position to the destination(available with the KP, K-3 , K-70, K- S2 , K- S1, K-50 and K-30
cameras); and (3) ASTROTRACER for effortless tracing andphotographing of celestial bodies. Based on the obtained data
and using a pair of sensors installed in its body, the unit
calculates the movement of celestial bodies, and captures
them as solid points, rather than blurry streaks, even duringextended exposures. The result is astronomical photography
producing beautiful images.

O-RC1 Waterproof Remote Control
Water resistantFeaturing a water - repellent
structure, this wireless remotecontroller can be used safely indrizzle.* With a push of its
release button, it releases
the camera’s shutter immediately
or after a three - second delay.
It can also access some cameras(K-1, K-3II, K-3 , K-5 II, K-5 IIs,
K-5 and K-7 ) from theirbackside. It also provides a strap
hole.
* This accessory is not usable with the PENTAX KP.
Notes:• The battery cannot be replaced.
• New functions cannot be assigned to the two function buttons.
• Due to its water - repellent structure, this accessory cannot be used in
the water or at a location affected by the water pressure.

Remote Control F

CS-205 Cable Switch

CS-310 Cable Switch (for KP and K-70)

This remote controller releases
the shutter of a PENTAX SLR camera*from a distance, with a choice of
release modes (immediate release or
three-second delay) and continuous
shooting operations.

Connected to the release socketof a PENTAX SLR camera,*
this switch is used tooperate the camera’s
shutter. (Cord length:
approx. 50 cm)

Connected to the camera’s
mic/cable switch terminal, thisaccessory is used to operate
the camera’s shutter. (Cordlength: approx. 1 m)

* This accessory is not usable with
the PENTAX KP.

* This accessory cannot be
used with the KP, K-70 ,K- S2, K- S1, K- 01, K- r,
K- x or K- m camera bodies.

You can easily replace the standard Grip S with thisoptional grip L* to accommodate a particular lens or suit
your preference of holding comfort or shooting style.
* An Allen wrench is included.

K-AC168 AC Adapter Kit (for K-70)
Featuring wireless LAN functions, this SDHC card lets
you transmit data to a mobile device such as asmartphone, select a Live - view display mode andautofocus point on the smartphone screen through a
web browser, and release the camera’s shutter from a
distance. Images saved on the memory card can also be
reviewed.
• Compatible OS: iOS 6 or later, Android™ 4.2 or later

O-ICK1 Image Sensor Cleaning Kit

Stereo Adapter D Set

Supplying power to the camera from an AC electricaloutlet, this kit is handy for extended shooting andplayback sessions.

K-AC128 AC Adapter Kit(3D image viewer included)(for K-S2, K-S1, K-50, K-30)

Example of cleaning

Stereo adapter
Stereo adapter
mounted on camera
3 D image viewer
Notes:• Three - dimensional images can beobserved using L - size prints.
• Prints are not included in this set.

This set consists of two parts: a stereo adapter which ismounted on the camera to simultaneously capture two
images of the same subject with a single shutter release
to form a three - dimensional image; and a 3D image
viewer which is used to observe a captured
three - dimensional image. You can enjoy a realistic,
three - dimensional image simply by setting an L - size
print on the viewer.
Notes:• The stereo adapter accepts a zoom or single - focus lens with a focal length ofapproximately 35 mm (when mounted on a digital SLR camera).
• The filter mount size of the stereo adapter is 52 mm.
• Lenses with a 49 mm filter size can be used on the stereo adapter by using
a commercially marketed 49 mm 52 mm step - up ring.

Power supply from standard outlets, for extended
shooting and playback.

This accessory is used to remove any dust clinging toa PENTAX digital SLR camera’s image sensor. Using
the adhesive power of a special urethane rubber, it evenremoves the dust which the camera’s DR (Dust
Removal) mechanism fails to shake off, without any
scratching of the image sensor’s surface. It includes
cleaning sheets to wipe off the dust removed by
the urethane rubber.

Hot Shoe Cover Fx
Body Mount Cap K• Please read the operation manual thoroughly before using this kit,
and observe all instructions on the cleaning procedures.

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Camera Cases and Straps

An assortment of fashionable, functional camera casesand straps for easy, safe carrying of the camera

Camera case compatibility chart

Camera cases

Compatible camera body

PENTAX offers a selection of camera cases exclusively designed for its digital SLR
cameras. They protect your valuable camera from dirt and scratches.

O - CC160 Camera Case(for KP, K-3II, K-3, K-5II, K-5IIs, K-5 and K-7)

This case has an exterior made of highly
water - repellent nylon fabric, with an insidepocket for storing the lens cap.

O - CC90 Camera Case(for KP, K-3II, K-3, K-5II, K-5IIs, K-5 and K-7)

This case features a diagonal zipper foreasy opening and closing, even whensuspended in the cross-shoulder position.

KP,K-3II,
K-3,K-5II,
K-5IIs,K-5,K-7
O- CC160

Mounted interchangeable lensCamera Case

SmC PENTAX- DA FISH- EYE 10 -17mmF3.5-4.5ED[IF]
SmC PENTAX- DA 12-24mmF4 ED AL[IF]
SmC PENTAX- DA 16-50mmF2.8ED AL[IF] SDM
HD PENTAX- DA 16-85mmF3.5 - 5.6 ED DC WR
SmC PENTAX- DA 17-70mmF4 AL[IF] SDM
HD PENTAX- DA 18 - 50mmF4 - 5.6 DC WR RE
SmC PENTAX- DA 18 - 55mmF3.5 - 5.6 AL WR
SmC PENTAX- DA 18 -135mmF3.5 - 5.6ED AL[IF]DC WR
SmC PENTAX- DA 18 -270mmF3.5 - 6.3ED SDM
HD PENTAX- DA 20 - 40mmF2.8 - 4 ED Limited DC WR
HD PENTAX- D FA 28 -105mmF3.5 - 5.6 ED DC WR
SmC PENTAX- DA 50-200mmF4 - 5.6 ED WR
HD PENTAX- DA 55 - 300mmF4.5 - 6.3ED PLM WR RE
HD PENTAX- DA 55 - 300mmF4 - 5.8ED WR
SmC PENTAX- DA 14mmF2.8ED[IF]KP,K-3II,
K-3,K-5II,
K-5IIs,K-5,
K-30,K-7
O-CC 90

Camera Case

For digitalizing valuable pictures on film, using a digital SLR camera

PENTAX duplicators make duplicates of film- format pictures by photographing them, rather than scanning them using a negative/positive
conversion process. They let you effortlessly and speedily save your valuable collection of silver -halide films as digital images.

Main features• Greatly reduced work time, in comparison to the time required by scanning• Compatibility with a wide range of film formats.

processes.
• Simplified shooting and editing operation, using your own digital camera.

• Recording of photographic data imprinted on the film’s edges, in addition to the image

area, for convenient data management.

For 35 mm and 69 (Brownie) formats

For 35 mm, 69 (Brownie) to 4 x5 formats

PENTAX Film Duplicator

PENTAX Film Duplicator 4x5
Produced on order

HD PENTAX- DA 15mmF4 ED AL Limited
HD PENTAX- DA 21mmF3.2 AL Limited
SmC PENTAX- DA 35mmF2.4 AL
HD PENTAX- DA 35mmF2.8 Macro Limited
SmC PENTAX- DA 40mmF2.8 XS
HD PENTAX- DA 40mmF2.8 Limited
SmC PENTAX- DA 50mmF1.8
SmC PENTAX- DA 55mmF1.4 SDM
HD PENTAX- DA 70mmF2.4 Limited
SmC PENTAX- D FA MACRO 50mmF2.8
SmC PENTAX- D FA MACRO 100mmF2.8 WR
SmC PENTAX- FA 31mmF1.8 AL Limited
SmC PENTAX- FA 35mmF2 AL
SmC PENTAX- FA 43mmF1.9 Limited
SmC PENTAX- FA 50mmF1.4
SmC PENTAX- FA 77mmF1.8 Limited

Sample setup: Includes cap: Includes filter and cap: Includes filter, rubber hood and cap: Includes cap and reverse-mounted hood
: Includes filter, reverse-mounted hood and cap: Includes filter, exclusive hood and cap: Uncontainable
Note : For compatibilities not listed above, please consult your local PENTAX Customer Center.

Basic specifications
Outer dimensions
Maximum working length
Maximum bellows length
WeightAccessories

StrapsO -ST128 Hand Strap

Duplicator

O -ST842 Free-length Strap

With its single - action length
adjustment mechanism, this strap
can be used for cross - shoulder
suspension.
This strap improves your camera handling in active shooting.

• Camera, flash and cable are not included.

approx. 530mm (L) x 165mm (W) x 230mm (H)• Minimal dimensions for packaging or storing

approx. 900mm
approx. 328mm
approx. 2,200g
Mount holder 35mm (for 35mm-format mounted slides)

Sample setup

Basic specifications• Camera, flash and cable are not included.

approx. 650mm (L) x 248mm (W) x 325mm (H)Outer dimensions• Minimal dimensions for packaging or storing

Maximum working length
Maximum bellows length
WeightAccessories

approx. 1,210mm
approx. 570mm
approx. 5,200g
Film holder 4x5 (three types of film adapters included)

Notes:

Notes:• An appropriate mount holder is required for duplicating mounted film images.
• A sleeve base mount and an appropriate sleeve holder are required for duplicating unmounted
film images.
• This duplicator is not designed to duplicate 70 mm - format film.
• The maximum outer diameter of a usable lens is 90 millimeters. This duplicator does not accept
lenses exceeding this diameter.
• This duplicator does not accept a camera measuring more than 95 millimeters from its bottom
to the optical axis (center of the lens).
• Additional image processing software is required to edit the duplicated images, such as
calibrating colors.

• The maximum outer diameter of a usable lens is 110 millimeters. This duplicator does not
accept lenses exceeding this diameter.
• This duplicator does not accept a camera measuring more than 105 millimeters from its bottom
to the optical axis (center of the lens).
• Additional image processing soft ware is required to edit the duplicated images, such as
calibrating colors.
• This duplicator is not designed to make duplicates of mounted film.

• In addition to the PENTAX duplicator, the following equipment is required to perform duplication work:• Lens-interchangeable digital SLR camera: A camera with more than 1.18 megapixels for an A4- size image, or more than 24.0 megapixels for a 356 mm x 432mm image,is recommended to produce 300dpi prints.
• Lens: A high-resolution model suitable for close -up photography. A macro lens is recommended.

O -ST1401 Strap• Auto flash: A model compatible with the camera in use, and exposure control provided by the camera side.

Casual Strap Canvas• Holder: Available as an optional accessory designed for each film type. The PENTAX Film Duplicator 4x5 requires no holder.
Width: approx. 35 mm

Casual Strap Denim
Width: approx. 35 mm

Color Slim Strap Green
Maximum width: approx. 25 mm

This versatile strap has a shoulder pad
approximately 50 centimeters long to
improve camera handling when it is wrappedaround the wrist. Measuring approximately
four centimeters wide and made of soft
material, this pad reduces strain when
the camera is suspended from the shoulder.

O -ST120
Width: approx. 30 mm

O -ST132 Strap

Optional accessories
For PENTAX Film Duplicator

For PENTAX Film Duplicator 4x5

Common accessories

Mount Holder 35 mm*

Mount Holder 4 x5*(Three types of film adapters included)

Quick Shoe Plate*** Included.

** The camera can be attached without these accessories. However,
the accessories make installing and removing the camera from the
duplicator simpler and faster.

Mount Holder 645 /66
Mount Holder 67/69
Sleeve Mount Holder 35 mm

Width: approx. 30 mm

O -ST162 Strap

Quick Shoe Base**

Sleeve Mount Holder 645
Sleeve Mount Holder 66 /67/69* Included.

Width: approx. 38 mm

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LENSES and ACCESORIES

April 2017