HD PENTAX-D FA* 70-200mm F2.8ED DC AW

€2.299,99

HD PENTAX-D FA* 70-200mm F2.8ED DC AW

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€2.299,99

Thanks to its large-aperture design, it provides a large maximum aperture of F2.8 at all focal lengths from 70mm to 200mm

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Key Features

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  • High-performance Star (★)-series lens with large F2.8 maximum aperture

  • State-of-the-art optical technology

  • Dustproof, weather-resistant construction

  • Three-position switch for Quick-Shift Focus System

  • SP Coating

Technical Specifications

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  • Lens Type

    Tele-Zoom lens

    Compatible Sensor Size

    35 mm Full Frame + APS-C

    Focal Length

    70-200mm

  • Angle of View

    34,5-12,5°

    Mount

    K-AF

    Lens construction

    19 elements / 16 groups

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HD PENTAX-D FA★70-200mmF2.8ED DC AW. A Large-aperture tele-zoom lens for 35mm-format full-frame digital SLR camera


This telephoto zoom lens has been developed as a new model of the high-performance Star (★) series, which assures exceptional image rendition with edge-to-edge sharpness by effectively compensating various aberrations to a minimum.
It provides a zoom ratio of approximately 2.9 times to cover a telephoto range from 70mm to 200mm or 107mm to 307mm in the APS-C format. Since it provides a large maximum aperture of F2.8 over the entire zoom range, it is ideal for portraiture with beautifully defocused foreground/background and sports photography demanding high shutter speeds to freeze the action.
This lens is equiped with Round-shaped diaphragm to produce a natural, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect, while minimizing the streaking effect of point light sources

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Features 

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State-of-the-art optical technology

In addition to four super-low dispersion glass elements and two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements, its optics includes a pair of new Super ED glass elements to effectively compensate chromatic aberration over the entire zoom range and deliver crisp, high-resolution images with edge-to-edge sharpness. Its dustproof, weather-resistant body also makes it extremely dependable and durable in demanding outdoor conditions.

Pentax Special Coating
This zoom lens is treated with the newly developed PENTAX-original lens coating technology developed from nanotechnology: Aero Bright Coating II - a lens-coating nanotechnology that employs a super-low refractive film fabrication process to assure light reflectance lower than that of the conventional Aero Bright Coating. It applies a silica aerogel coating layer with uniform porous structure over a regular multi-coating layer to reduce surface reflections across a wide wavelength range and produce crisp, high-quality imag-es.

Coupled with other PENTAX-original high-grade HD Coating - it produces extra-sharp, high-contrast imag-es free of flare and ghost images, even under demanding lighting conditions such as in backlight.

Designed for challenging conditions

Dustproof, weather-resistant construction

Developed as an AW (All Weather) model, this zoom lens features a dependable dustproof, weather-resistant construction with 13 special seals to prevent the intrusion of water and dust particles into the lens interior.



SP 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.

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Newly installed three-position switch for Quick-Shift Focus System

In order to improve its operability, a three-position switch is newly installed on this lens, allowing instant switching among QFS/A, QFS/M and MF modes. QFS/A is an autofocus-priority mode, which allows the user to switch to manual-focusing operation only when autofocus operation is completed. QFS/M is a man-ual-focus-priority mode, which enables the user to switch to manual focusing at any time — even when the AF system is in operation. MF mode allows the user to instantly switch to manual focusing with a simple twist of the focus ring on the lens.
With a choice of three distinctive modes, the user is assured of speedier, more accurate focusing operation for a given subject or application.
There is also a focus range limiter to minimize AF operation time by fixing the focus range to one of three subranges

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Others

Direct Current (DC) focus motor.

It performs autofocus operation via a motor in the lens barrel. This provides quieter and smoother AF oper-ation than AF operation in the camera body, and allows for easy, comfortable focusing.



Lens Hood included

In addition to a variety of features, such as our unique multi-coating and the prevention of reflections in the lens barrel, a large special lens hood is included with this PENTAX lens to minimise ghosting and flare that occurs in backlit and other adverse conditions. As such, the lens hood is an integral part of the optical sys-tem and should always be used when using the lens. Most PENTAX lenses are designed so that the lens tip does not rotate when zooming and focusing to facilitate the use of circular polarising filters. This is fur-ther supported by a small window in the lower part of the aperture to allow the circular polarising filter to be operated.



Detachable tripod mounting with a newly designed anti-falling mechanism.

For better balance when mounting, this lens has a detachable tripod mount. For safe handling, this is equipped with a newly developed fall protection. The tripod mount can be used for portrait and landscape format.

【MTF Chart】

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*Geometric optics MTF
(MTF calculated without referencing the effects of light diffraction phenomenon)
**Wave optical MTF (MTF calculated referencing the effects of light diffraction phenomenon)

MTF chart information

MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) is a kind of index used to evaluate lens performance, which represents the extent of subject contrast reproduction as spatial frequency.
The MTF chart here shows the contrast on the vertical axis, and distance from the center of the image on the horizontal axis. For the spatial frequency, 10 lines/mm shows a low frequency, and 30 lines/mm shows a high frequency, resulting in the MTF graph. On the graph, the solid line represents the S direction (sagittal direction and radiation direction) MTF, and the broken line represents the M direction (meridional direction and concentric circular direction) MTF.
In general, a low-frequency MTF is proof of a clear, high-contrast lens, and a high-frequency MTF is proof of a sharp lens with high resolving power.

PENTAX K Mount

The lens mounts for PENTAX interchangeable lenses are based on the bayonet K mount, which has remained unchanged since its inception in 1975. It is a mount unique to PENTAX that features a large aperture combined with superior ease of replacement, accuracy, and toughness. These features are utilized to comfortably incorporate an iris control mechanism, autofocus mechanism, and other functions for enabling nearly complete compatibility with conventional lenses. The PENTAX K Mount keeps its advanced versatility despite differences in camera and lens functions.

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Technical Specifications

Lens Type
Tele zoom lens
Compatible Sensor Size
35 mm Full Frame / APS-C
Mount
K-AF3
Focal Lenght:
70-200mm (when attached to PENTAX 35mm full-frame SLR cameras) / 107-307 mm - (Equivalent in 35mm format when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras)
Angle of View
34.5°-12.5° (when attached to PENTAX 35mm full-frame SLR cameras) / 23° - 8.1° - (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras)
Lens construction
19 elements / 16 groups
Maximum aperture
F2.8
Minimum aperture
F22
Diaphragm Control
Fully automatic
No. of diaphragm blades
9 Rounded aperture at F2.8-F5.6
Aperture Ring
N/A
Minimum focusing distance
1.2m (3.9ft)
Maximum reproduction ratio
0.13x
Filter size
77mm
Usage environment
Temperature: -10°C～40°C (14°F～104°F) / Humidity: 85% or less (no condensation)
Weather Protection
AW (All Weather) construction - Using 13 sealing parts to optimize airtight performance
Special Features
Aero Bright Coating II / SP Coating / Zoom lock lever / Quick-shift Focus System (QFS/M) / Lens Hood included
Diameter x length
91.5 x 203mm (3.6 x 8in.)
Weight
Approx. 1755g (61.9oz) / Approx.2030g (71.6oz) - with hood and tripod mount
Included Accessories
Hood - PH-RBM77 #37667 / Case HS110-230 #37784 / Front Cap O-LC77 #31516 / Rear Cap K #31006
Compatible converters
HD Pentax-DA AF REAR CONVERTER 1,4AW REAR CONVERTER A1.4X-S REAR CONVERTER A2X-S
Art. No.
21310 (Black) / (21260 Silver-Version -no longer available - was launched as special edition of 600 pcs. in September 2020. They are marked with serial numbers from 000001 - 000600.)

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 2 reviews.

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The Heavyweight Star of Pentax. .

"For years I avoided heavy telephoto zooms, but Pentax ★ lenses like this one - and the 85mm - fully justify their weight. Not only does it not bother me, I see it as an advantage. This is one of the sharpest telephoto lenses I have ever used, with performance that truly rivals a prime. The zoom action is smooth and precise, and the tripod foot provides a solid, confident grip. Without a tripod, it demands steady hands, but the internal zoom design is excellent."

— Costas P. (5/5)

Uitstekende lens

"Hoewel net in mijn bezit, heb ik er al mooie foto’s mee gemaakt. Veel en praktische instelmogelijkheden. Ik zal hem veel gebruiken samen met mijn Pentax k1-II, wat ook al zo’n fijne camera is."

— H. Z. (5/5)

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