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650-1300mm f/8-16 Manual Focus Lens for Pentax Screw Mount (M42)
  • Super Telephoto Zoom

Mfr # • B&H BO6501300PSU

Our Price: $ 299.99
Availability: In Stock
This Item Includes

650-1300mm f/8-16 Manual Focus T-Mount Lens

General Brand - T-Mount SLR Camera Adapter for Pentax Screw Mount (M42)

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Screw-in Lens Hood

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Front & Rear Lens Caps

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Soft Case with Strap

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1-Year Warranty

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Product Information

This extreme 650-1300mm f/8-16 Manual Focus Lens from Bower is an economical way to achieve some ultra-telephoto photography, all the way up to 1300mm.  This is a T-mount lens, which means that aperture is not communicated to or controlled by the camera body, and in this particular configuration is delivered with a T-mount which fits any "M42" system camera, also known as the Pentax screw mount.

It has only one effective aperture at any focal length, which varies from f/8.0 at 650mm to f/16.0 at 1300mm.  That's not much of a hinderance, however, as you'd likely use this lens at its relatively small maximum aperture in any case.  Only use this lens in fully manual mode.

This lens requires bright light and high-ISO film to get a fast shutter speed, and needs a sturdy tripod or monopod, but can deliver very sharp results if used properly.

Features

Incredible zoom range

Multi-coated elements reduce flare and increase light transmission

White barrel helps reduce heat buildup

Aperture is fixed-position, but only varies based on focal length

Deep lens shade with matted, dark internal coloring

Tripod mount upon lens barrel

Specifications
Filter Size
95mm
f/Stop Range
f/8.0-16.0 (only one effective aperture at any focal length)
Minimum Focus Distance
16.4' (5.0 m)
Magnification
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Zoom/Focus Control
Two-touch
Angle of View
3.8-2.0°
Groups/Elements
5/8
Length
23.3" (592mm) @ 1300mm focal length
Maximum Diameter
4.1" (105mm)
Weight
4.4 lbs (2 kg)