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DA★300mm F4 ED [IF] SDM
Super telephoto lens equivalent to 460mm in the 35mm film format.This is a fast high-performance DA* series lens utilises a ultrasonic focus motors to assures extremely fast and silent operation. High-quality ED lens elements provide for brilliant image quality. Additionally, the inner focusing design offers convenient and comfortable operation. The lens is completely sealed against dirt and splashes, and the special PENTAX SP coating further protects the front lens element against contamination. The objective is equipped with a tripod mount collar.
smc PENTAX-DA★300mmF4ED[IF] SDM
The super telephoto lens of the DA* series is designed for use on PENTAX cameras with an APS-C sensor, and here offers a focal length equivalent to the 35mm format of 460mm.
Features / Specifications
PENTAX STAR LENS
This single focus lens is designed for PENTAX's top-of-the-line lens series, combining exceptional imaging power and image rendition with outstanding operability and environment-resistant performance.
Best optical Performance for high-quality images
This super telephoto lens includes two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) optical elements. The second and fifth lenses use ED glass, to effectively minimize spherical and chromatic aberrations, while delivering high-resolution, fine-detailed images with rich contrast from the image’s center to its edges and minimal color bleeding at any focal length setting.
The optical system uses an inner focus construction, which is supporting the high demand to the image quality and also allows a significantly more compact design.
The super telephoto lens of the DA* series is designed for use on PENTAX cameras with an APS-C sensor, and here offers a focal length equivalent to the 35mm format of 460mm.
Thanks to the FF lens aberration correction* this lens could be also used on cameras with 35 mm full-frame sensor.
*The function does not guarantee the quality of the image outside the APS-C image area
Fast autofocus operation
The smc PENTAX-DA★300mm has a SDM (supersonic direct-drive motor) autofocus drive. Here, the autofocus is performed by a motor that is integrated in the lens barrel. This offers many advantages. It is easier to handle and allows a quieter, smoother and more comfortable focusing than the AF drive in the camera body.
It is also equipped with a braking mechanism that enables highly precise speed and position control.
This lens is ideal for unencumbered shooting of subjects with active movement such as sports photography. The lens includes a rotating tripod seat for enabling simple attachment and detachment.
Prepared for outdoor shooting
This lens with a high super tele lens performance, giving best opportunities for the use in the field. On Safari in a game park, in the local Zoo or in the forest nearby, you could capture wildlife with a reasonable distance between you and your motives.
Don’t care about the condition outdoor, the lens will support you, hunting your motives with your camera.
The lens components are sealed for enabling a dust-resistant and drip-proof construction that prevents the entry of water and dust into the lens.
Other features
- Quick-Shift Focus System - allows the user to instantly switch to manual-focus operation, even when the camera’s AF system is in operation.
- SP (Super Protect) Coating
SP coating is a PENTAX-original special coating that provides superior performance in repelling water and oils. It is used on the front surface of the first high-performance lens for effective protection of the lens surface. This coating not only prevents adhesion of dust, water drops, oils, and other substances, but it also makes it easy to wipe off objects that adhere to the lens.
Comparison of wipe-off (oil-based ink)
A lens surface treated with SP Coating can be wiped clean more easily and completely, even after the ink has dried.
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Product specifications
Specification
smc PENTAX-DA★300mmF4ED[IF] SDM
Focal length |
300mm Equivalent to 460mm in 35mm format (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras) |
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Maximum Aperture | F4 |
Minimum Aperture | F32 |
Lens construction | 8 elements in 6 groups |
Angle of View (Diagonal) |
5.4° (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras) 8.2° (when attached to PENTAX 35 mm full-frame DSLR cameras) |
Mount |
KAF3 |
Compatibility |
APS-C / 35 mm full-frame* *The function does not guarantee the quality of the image outside the APS-C image area |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 1.4m |
Maximum Magnification | 1x |
Filter Diameter | 77mm |
Diaphragm Control | Fully automatic |
Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Maximum Diameter x Length | approx. 83mm x 184mm |
Weight | approx. 1.700g |
Usage environment |
Temperature: -10°C~40°C (14°F~104°F) |
Special Features |
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Included Accessories | Lens Hood PH-RBK77 Lens Cap O-LC77 Lens Mount Cap K Lens Case S120-210 |
Compatible Converter |
HD PENTAX-DA AF REAR CONVERTER 1.4x AW |
Art. No. | 21760 |