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Pentax HD-DA 16-50mm f/2.8 Lens with Binoculars Kit

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Pentax HD-DA 16-50mm f/2.8 Lens with Binoculars Kit
Key Features
  • Optical Bundle for Outdoor Adventures
  • 8x40 S-Series SP Binoculars
  • APS-C | f/2.8 to f/22
  • 24.5-76.5mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
Accelerate your outdoor adventures with the Pentax HD-DA 16-50mm f/2.8 Lens with Binoculars Kit from B&H, which pairs the weather-sealed telephoto zoom lens with the 8x40 S-Series SP binoculars.
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Accelerate your outdoor adventures with the Pentax HD-DA 16-50mm f/2.8 Lens with Binoculars Kit from B&H, which pairs the weather-sealed telephoto zoom lens with the 8x40 S-Series SP binoculars.

Pentax HD-DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED PLM AW Lens

This dynamic HD-DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED PLM AW Lens from Pentax is a classic wide-angle to portrait-length zoom lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture through the entire zoom range that delivers optical performance and is an ideal regular-use lens. It incorporates a newly designed optical system and an advanced Pulse Motor (PLM) to assure smooth, high-speed, and high precision autofocus operation with minimized noise. It has been fine-tuned for greater operability in manual-focus operation and includes a quick-shift focus system to provide an instant shift from auto to manual. An electromagnetic diaphragm control mechanism assures high precision exposure control and smooth focus tracking when used in combination with compatible digital SLR cameras and also enables the capture of video clips using automatic exposure control, even when there are considerable differences in brightness. It delivers exceptionally high resolving power and outstanding contrast even at open aperture, while capturing beautiful images with a smooth transition of the bokeh effect and a true-to-life depth of field.

Developed as an AW (All Weather) model, this zoom lens features a dustproof, weather-resistant construction to prevent the intrusion of water and dust particles into the lens interior. The Super Protect lens coating keeps the front surface free of dust and stains, so it performs superbly even in the most demanding shooting conditions, in rain, mist, or at locations prone to splashing water.

Constant Aperture
The bright f/2.8 maximum aperture remains constant through the entire zoom range for image consistency.
High-Speed Autofocus
The advanced Pulse Motor (PLM) assures smooth, high-speed, and high precision autofocus operation with minimized noise. The Quick-Shift Focus System provides an instant shift to manual-focus operation, after locking the subject in focus during AF operation by pressing the camera's shutter-release button halfway down; this system can be used at any time during AF operation. The lens also has effortless manual-focus operation, with limited lens extension during focusing between the minimum focusing distance and infinity and optimum focus-ring torque.
Optical Design
With a lens design of 16 elements in 10 groups, the newly designed optical system features a lighter, more compact focus-lens group. The design incorporates one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass optical element, one anomalous glass optical element, and two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) aspherical glass optical elements to effectively reduce chromatic aberration to a minimum over the entire zoom range. The redesigned focus mechanism provides a minimum focusing distance of just 11.8".
Lens Coatings
The lens elements are coated with multi-layer HD Coating, which reduces the average reflectance in the visible ray spectrum to less than 50% of conventional multi-layer coatings, effectively minimizing flare and ghost images even in demanding lighting conditions such as backlighting. In addition, an SP (Super Protect) coating keep the lens front surface free of dust and stains.
Rounded 9 Rounded Blade Diaphragm
Nine-blade circular diaphragm to produce a natural, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect (from open aperture to F5.6 in the wide-angle range; from open aperture to F8 in the telephoto range), while minimizing the streaking of point light sources. This zoom lens features an electromagnetic diaphragm control mechanism* to assure high-precision exposure control when used in combination with compatible digital SLR cameras. It also lets the user capture video clips using automatic exposure control, even when there are considerable differences in brightness during the video shooting.
Dustproof, Weather Resistant Construction
Developed as an AW (All Weather) model, this zoom lens features a dustproof, weather-resistant construction to prevent the intrusion of water and dust particles into the lens interior. By pairing it with a PENTAX dustproof, weather-resistant digital SLR camera body, the user can create a highly durable, reliable digital imaging system that performs superbly even in the most demanding shooting conditions, in rain, mist, or at locations prone to splashing water.
UPC: 027075302952
Pentax 8x40 S-Series SP Binoculars

Designed to provide an immersive experience for nature and bird watching, Pentax's 8x40 S-Series SP Binoculars boast a wide 65.6° angle of view and porro prisms that produce a rich depth of view. The 40mm objectives are fully multicoated to reduce reflection and maximize light transmission through the entire optical path without making them overly cumbersome for a long day on the trail. The coatings ensure bright and clear high-contrast images even in low-light, and their utilitarian 8x magnification brings subjects close while maintaining wide 430' field of view at 1000 yards to preserve situational awareness. The binoculars sport a 13mm eye relief and the fold-down eyecups seal against the ocular cavity to block stray peripheral light which can dim images.

Optical Performance
  • 8x magnification
  • 40mm objective lenses
  • BAK4 porro prism optical path
  • Anti-reflection fully multicoated optics
  • 430.5' field of view at 1000 yards
  • 65.6° wide-angle of view
Use and Handling
  • Closed bridge configuration
  • Large knurled center focus wheel
  • Right-eye diopter adjustment
  • 13mm eye relief, 5.0mm exit pupil
  • Fold-down rubber eyecups seal against ocular cavity and block stray peripheral light
Construction Details
  • Internal focusing system
  • Rubberized armoring protects against impacts and provides slip-resistant grip
  • Tripod mountable with optional adapter
UPC: 027075288720
Kit Contains:

Pentax HD-DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED PLM AW Lens

Focal Length
16 to 50mm (35mm Equivalent: 24.5 to 76.5mm)
Aperture
Maximum: f/2.8
Minimum: f/22
Lens Mount
Pentax K
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
83° to 31.5°
Minimum Focus Distance
11.8" / 30 cm
Magnification
1:4.2 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.24x Magnification
Optical Design
16 Elements in 10 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
9, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
77 mm (Front)
Dimensions
3.3 x 4.6" / 84 x 117 mm (Diameter x Length)
Weight
1.6 lb / 712 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.86 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.8 x 7.6 x 5.6"

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