Based on the FA Limited Lens series, renowned for their meticulous attention in every detail, the HD Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited lens from Pentax is a wide angle prime well-suited for everyday shooting applications. Its bright f/1.8 maximum aperture excels in low-light conditions and also affords greater control over depth of field for isolating subject matter. A nine-blade rounded diaphragm also contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality. This lens features a PENTAX high-grade HD coating for exceptional image rendition, which controls ghosting and flare to realize high contrast imagery with accurate, neutral color balance, plus protective SP coating on the front lens surface to repel dust, stains, and debris. The barrel, hood, and cap are all made of high-grade aluminum, meticulously machined for an attractive appearance and beautiful texture, and the lens barrel features a mount pointer made of Shippoyaki enamel ware.
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Key Features
- K-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
- Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
- High-Grade PENTAX HD Multi-Layer Coating
- 9 Elements in 7 Groups
Based on the FA Limited Lens series, renowned for their meticulous attention in every detail, the HD Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited lens from Pentax is a wide angle prime well-suited for everyday shooting applications. Its bright f/1.8 maximum aperture excels in low-light conditions and also affords greater control over depth of field for isolating subject matter. A nine-blade rounded diaphragm also contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality. This lens features a PENTAX high-grade HD coating for exceptional image rendition, which controls ghosting and flare to realize high contrast imagery with accurate, neutral color balance, plus protective SP coating on the front lens surface to repel dust, stains, and debris. The barrel, hood, and cap are all made of high-grade aluminum, meticulously machined for an attractive appearance and beautiful texture, and the lens barrel features a mount pointer made of Shippoyaki enamel ware.
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Pentax FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited Overview
Wide-angle 31mm lens is designed for full-frame Pentax K-mount cameras, however, can also be used with APS-C models where it will provide a 46.5mm equivalent focal length.
Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions and also affords greater control over depth of field for working with selective focus techniques.
PENTAX High-grade HD multi-coating coating helps to greatly reduce surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for improved contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.
SP (Super Protect) coating is applied to the front lens surface to repel dust and stains.
Compact form factor results in a sleek and extremely portable design well-suited for everyday shooting.
Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth, circular bokeh quality.
UPC: 027075302853
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Pentax FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited Reviews
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I have a K-30. I want this lens for group photos. ...
I have a K-30. I want this lens for group photos. Is it a good choice? Will it auto focus? Or do I need to learn manual focus
The Pentax HD Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited (Silver) is an auto focus lens and compatible with the K30 camera. But since the number of people in a group will vary as well as the available distance between you and the group, you might want to consider this 16-50mm f2.8 zoom instead: https://bhpho.to/3ihSTRz
Date published: 2023-10-19
Is this a new lens? It says 'new item' in the ...
Is this a new lens? It says 'new item' in the description. Whats the difference between this lens and previous FA 31mm f/1.8 lenses
This is new release from Pentax: it is optically the same as the previous 31mm lens, but with a newly applied HD coating to produce clear, crisp images even under demanding conditions, and a completely round-shaped diaphragm, as well as an SP coating to the front optical element to improve the water/grease-repellent and scratch-resistant performance.
Date published: 2021-06-01
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Is it made in Japan?
Was hoping for a Japanese one since staff said it was their current inventory in September but got Assembled in Vietnam on the box I just opened.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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I want to buy one, is the one you are selling new package ? i.e. ricoh package, not the old pentax package
This is a new, unopened item. Actual packaging may vary pending how long it has been on the shelf.
Date published: 2018-08-27
Is this lens weather-resistant?
Is this lens weather-resistant?
The only Pentax lenses that are weather-resistant would be those labeled as WR, so unfortunately this one is not weather-resistant.
Date published: 2021-06-01
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it works on pentax K-1...is this a full frame lens?
Yes it is. and a very good one at that.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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I recently purchased a B+W F-Pro Kaesemann circular MRC polarizer filter for the FA 31. I have read where some filters/brands, when screwed down on the FA 31, contact the front lens element...not good. Will it be safe for me to tighten this filter onto my FA 31? Thanks for any advice you can give.
You will be safe to use the 58mm B+W XS-Pro Kaesemann Circular MRC Polarizer on the FA 31.
Date published: 2018-11-19
Does the new HD FA31mm F1.8 use a SDM motor?
Does the new HD FA31mm F1.8 use a SDM motor?
The HD Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited uses Body AF drive--the camera body supplies the autofocus motor. It does not use an SDM motor.
Date published: 2021-09-06