Pentax Zoom Fisheye to Super Wide-Angle SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED (IF) Autofocus Lens for Digital SLR USA
Not suitable for 35mm film SLR cameras.
The Pentax smc P-DA Fish-Eye 10-17mm ED (IF) lens was designed exclusively for use with digital SLRs, and combines full-frame fisheye (180° diagonal angle of view at a focal length of 10mm) to super wide-angle performance in a single unit.
This lens makes it possible to capture images with an expanded perspective including creative deformation of subjects and sharp pan focus that extends throughout the entire frame.
Note! Not suitable for 35mm film SLR cameras.
- Ultra Wide Angle
- This lens enables the shooting of fisheye images with a 180-degree angle of view and a focal length of 10mm. Furthermore, the lens offers super wide-angle performance that allows photographer to make use of dramatic changes in angle of view resulting from slight changes in focal length.
- Equivalent focal length to 15mm-26mm in the 35mm format with *ist DSLRs.
- High Optical Performance
- Employing ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass, this lens effectively compensates to overcome chromatic aberration throughout the image. And with improved optical architecture and a ghost-free lens coating, ghosting and flare are suppressed to produce clear, high-quality images more of the time.
- Exclusive Digital Design
- The image circle of the lens has been created to match the smaller image recording area of the *istD-series. This ensures precise optical performance ideally suited to the camera's digital imaging characteristics.
- SP Coating
- SP (Super Protective) coating made of a special fluoride compound has been applied to the front surface of the new lens through the use of a unique evaporation process. As a result, the lens offers excellent water- and oil-repellant performance and makes for easier cleaning should the lens be accidentally smeared with fingerprints or cosmetics.
- Super Macro
- An ingenious internal focus system allows photographers to focus from as close as approx. 1" (approx. 2.5 cm), giving them the power to fill the whole frame with surprisingly small subjects.
- Quick-Shift Focus System
- The Quick-Shift Focus System allows to instantly shift to manual focus once the subject is captured by AF.
- Durable metallic lens mount.
- Exclusive lens cap constructed from high-quality aluminum.
Go To
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length |
10 - 17 mm Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 15 - 25.5 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/3.5 - 4.5 Minimum: f/22 - 32 |
| Camera Mount Type | Pentax K |
| Format Compatibility | Pentax Digital (APS-C) |
| Angle of View | 180° - 100° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 5.52" (14 cm) |
| Magnification | 0.23 - 0.39x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:2.56 |
| Groups/Elements | 8/10 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 6 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | None |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.7 x 2.8" (6.86 x 7.11 cm) |
| Weight | 11.3 oz (320 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 29 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus (29)
- Strong construction (24)
- Consistent output (17)
- Easily interchangeable (17)
- Durable (14)
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (15)
- Special effects (11)
- Landscape photography (7)
- Low light (6)
- Macro photography (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (9), Enthusiast (6), Semi-professional (4), Semi-pro photographer (4), Casual photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 29 customers
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
This lens easily surpassed my expectations. Images are very clear with some chromatic abberation toward the edges; but with any ultra-wide angle/fisheye lens, there is going to be that chromatic abberation. The lens feels very solid and zooms and focuses very smoothly. I would definitely by this lens over any other fisheye lens, even if this one costs twice as much.
Also, this lens takes superb macro shots.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
I have been looking at this lens for a while and it was definitely the right step to buy it. I have only had the chance to play with it for a short period of time but it was everything I was hoping for. Outdoors it can provide a vast panoramic view and in close country it allows you to feel like you stepped right into your pictures. For portraits, it gives you clear sharp image and can provide various amounts of distortion around the edges, framing your subject with great effect. Highly recommended and at a great price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Photography
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
Amazing piece of glass...
I had no idea how much fun a lens like this was. - I purchased during my NYC trip from Aus and produced some amazing city photos.
The usual great Pentax quality pushed me to purchase this one over the Sigma. But all in all it just produced a better picture.
Ultrawide is also a bonus.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice macro feature
- Quality Lens cap
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
Have used this for about a month and have no complaints. Very light, has a good feel, strong fish-eye at 10mm but mild at 17mm. Have gotten some great wide angle pictures never achievable before with my other lenses. Macro feature works well letting you get very close to the object if needed and not having to zoom way in. Haven't noticed the fringing mentioned in the reviews yet. Very pleased with this lens. Using on my Pentax K7.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
it´s easy to use and serves for several photos
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Funky Portraits
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
This is a great lens for getting funky party shots and neat landscape photos. Being a fish-eye, images show a lot of distortion, but that's the point.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Purple fringing
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
A great addition to any pentax format lens collection. Very high quality shots with great colours and sharpness. Does work as a wide angle for landscape shots at a distance but a little distortion is found on closer objects, even at 17mm. Full fish eye (10mm) shots are really cool, will have lots of fun with this lens...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
Used the lens recently on a shoot in Yellostone National Park under varied atmospheric conditions. Panoramas were clear and required minimal post production editing
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
great lens for snow/ski shots,skateboarding, landscapes and even close ups.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Architecture
- Architecture interiors
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
I bought this lens because I take a lot of interior pictures for architectural purposes, and frankly I really like fish-eye photography. I've used and old Curvatura adapter for years (which was fun) on the end of my lens but once I saw the DA 10-17mm, I was hooked. It really makes photography fun, I use it with my K20D, very happy I bought this lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
This lens is exactly what I was looking for.
I shoot a lot of my son's ice hockey team. I shoot w/a 200mm f2.8 and a 70mm f2.8.
This lens allows me to take more creative shots. I've even taken some video with it with my K-7 and am very happy with the results. Looking forward to using it in NYC.
Interesting that you need to be very close to the subject otherwise you lose them.
The photos I have taken are very sharp.
I cannot think of a thing I don't love about this lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
I can not believe the pictures I can capture with this lens. I live in and area where I can expand my photos with high quality lens by Pentax. I have been shooting with a Pentax for over 40 years both in Asia and the US, I am very proud what I have purchase and I thank my son for leading me to B&H. [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- architectural
- Architecture
- Architecture interiors
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
I love this lens so much, that i have hardly taken it off my camera! Just puts a whole new perspective on objects. This lens is fun fun fun.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Special Effects
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
I just love this lense! Sharp, exact focus on the k10 and superbly build. And the results? From arti-farty fun to artistic to wonderful landscapes to groups to ....
just love it
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
I am very pleased with this lens so far. It is built well and shots are very clear. A lot of fun; an easy way to add a little creativity to otherwise dull shots. I haven't encountered any issues yet.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Poor in Low Light
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
Creative Photography is what I use this lens for. I'm always interested in the shots I get.
Pros
- Durable
- Quick Focus
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
A great lens for that special effect. Great for getting in close to a field of wildflowers and creating some very artistic images. It is also great for shooting architecture-i.e.-small rooms or tight places where you want to get everything in the frame.
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Quick Focus
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
The lens is great for those focused shots and wide angle views.
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Quick Focus
- Sharp Focus
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
- Special Effects
- Wide angle
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
I never really considered buying a fisheye lens. It was pretty much an impulse buy. It turns out it may have been one of my best lens investments. The images are very crisp and clear with vibrant color. Its not an everyday lens but the rederings are beautiful and make me want to use it regularly. So much so that it has earned a permanent place in the bag.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Special Effects
Comments about Pentax SMCP-DA 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 ED Autofocus Lens:
I have this lens for about year and half.
This is very fun lens, everybody loves being shot with this one and glad Pentax (and Tokina) sells such unique lens. Also it has good construction.
While it is fun lens, it does not have very good resolution, so not fit if you want to take crisp nature photo, also chromatic aberration is very apparent.
So if you are looking for DSL-only (not capable with ordinary point & shoot) snap shots experience, i would highly recommend it. This lens is not really fit for scenery nor any photo that requires high resolution.
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- Fisheye Front Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap (B) for Bayonet Mount Lenses
- Lens Case
- 1-Year Warranty
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