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Pentax Normal smc P-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro Autofocus Lens
Pentax Normal smc P-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro Autofocus Lens
B&H # PE5028MDFA MFR # 21530
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Pentax 50mm f/2.8 overview
- 1Description
The Pentax smc P-D FA Macro 50mm f/2.8 is designed to be extremely compact and lightweight, compared to conventional macro lenses. The drastic downsizing and weight reduction were achieved through the development of compact, high-performance optical elements and the incorporation of durable yet lightweight exterior components.
This lightweight macro lens features an image circle to accommodate up to 35mm format and offers close-up to 1:1 life-size magnification.
The smc P "D" lens series is designed to optimize image quality in both digital SLR and film photography. Improvements include optimized lens coating along with curvature and positioning of optical elements. In particular, flare and ghost images - the most disturbing factors in digital SLR photography - have been reduced to minimum for clear, high-quality digital images.
- Close focus capability of 7.7" (19.5 cm)
- Built-in focus-clamp mechanism to fix focus at any distance
- Metallic lens mount for extra durability
UPC: 027075108639
Pentax 50mm f/2.8 specs
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length |
50mm Comparable APS-C Focal Length: 75 mm |
| Aperture |
Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/32 |
| Camera Mount Type | Pentax K |
| Format Compatibility |
35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Pentax Digital (APS-C) |
| Angle of View |
47° APS-C Picture Angle: 31.5° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 5.91" / 15 cm |
| Magnification | 1x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:1 |
| Optical Design | 8 Elements in 7 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Filter Thread | 49 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.6 x 2.6" / 6.60 x 6.60 cm |
| Weight | 9.3 oz / 264 g |
| Packaging Info | |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 1.1 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 6.1 x 4.1 x 3.8" |
Pentax 50mm f/2.8 reviews
Normal smc P-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro Autofocus Lens is rated
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5 by
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Rated 5 out of
5
by
Alex J from
Outstanding lens!!!
Great for closeups of wildlife, small objects, and other objects with a high level of detail (my cat's eye comes to mind). It is not the smallest lens I own (my Pentax f/1.4 50mm), so that's a minor detractor. I chose this lens over Pentax's more recent SMCP-DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens because this will fit both my film and digital SLRs. I really enjoyed the Limited, but the lack of backwards compatibility with older camera bodies killed the deal for me. However, I'm very pleased I went with this lens - tight closeups, very sharp images, decently fast at f/2.8, and no complaints. This is my first macro, but I'm impressed by the 1:1 magnification and short minimum focus distance. I'm looking forward to using this lens more often!
Date published: 2010-01-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
One Happy Shutterbug from
Right on the Money
Images are razor sharp. Focus operation is fast and dead accurate. Macro is marvelous, especially set to manual focus, able to get as close to only 1.5 away from the tip of the lens, producing crystal clear images.
Date published: 2015-01-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SandyLilyGirl from
Wonderful bokeh macro lens
I mostly use this lens for close up photos of flowers and butterflies. The camera never mistakenly focuses on a nearby object if I manual focus onto the object as a rough focus, then autofocus for the final shot. Pictures of items that are very close, such as 10 inches, are stunning. Would be an excellent camera for capturing jewelry, coins, stamps etc.
Date published: 2011-03-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sportsgal501 from
Should be on your camera or in your bag!
I haven't used a 50mm since I owned a Ricoh back in High School. Sharp, fast, awesome in low light, excellent macro and light weight. I'm coming from a Sigma 17-70mm on a Canon 50D.I switched to a Pentax K-5II's a month ago because I wanted something lighter to carry around. Extremely happy with my decision to switch brands.
Date published: 2015-01-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Reliable and Easy
I'm getting very sharp images with high precision auto-focus system !!! With this 50mm lens you can be closer to the patient's mouth, and the ring flash yield gets much better.
Date published: 2008-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Jeff from
Value of this lens is excellent+ in an APS-C environment!
My new fave lens! Very sharp and works great on my K3ii. All features specified are working perfectly and it is an excellent performer on my older film bodies as well. I love macro lenses and have several, plus several 50mm lenses with varying degrees of excellence. This new member holds up all the traditions of sharp & excellent optical quality. Many others have published opinions devaluing the plastic feel etc, but I have no issues with plastic! The value of this lens is excellent+ in an APS-C environment. B&H rocks with its excellent site and service, imo!
Date published: 2017-11-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Little Creek Photography from
Pictures worth $
When this lens first arrived at my doorstep I opened the package and saw this very small lens I had just saved $ from my minor paychecks to buy. Starting to regret the purchase I attached it to my Pentax Kx and started shooting anything I could find. First it was screws and nails, then eventually coins stacked on top of one another. The lens sharpness is incredible and color rendition is superb. I really love the quick shift focus system going from auto to manual with a slide of the focus ring. The only problem I could see some people getting irritated about is if you are not trying to put one very small spot of the picture in focus this may not be the lens for you. Unless your subject at a macro magnification is completely side towards the camera everything else is out of focus. But for me I love this and was my main reason in purchasing it. Being my first actual purchased lens for my hobby, I would do it again if I had to.
Date published: 2010-11-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
suenalex from
Does exactly what I wanted
I am a hobby photo person, not really an enthusiast. Usually I use an 18-250 Tamron lens which covers most of my needs, especially when travelling. I'm now getting more interested in photography, so I bought this lens particularly for informal portraits of family and friends indoors and for macros when I'm out and about. The points I like: very sharp lens, excellent image quality, great colours in the images. A great 50 mm all-rounder. Dislikes: sometimes the AF hunts backwards and forwards before making up its mind with close-up macro shots. This can slow down the capture of an image at times, but I can certainly live with it. Otherwise the AF is very accurate and very fast. Overall, I'm very happy with it and would buy it again in an instant, and would recommend it to anyone wanting a 50 mm fixed focal length.
Date published: 2010-10-20
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Pentax 50mm f/2.8 accessories
Designed for use with:
- Pentax K-1
- Pentax K-1 II
- Pentax K-3 II
- Pentax K-500
- Pentax K-70
- Pentax K-S2
- Pentax K-r
- Pentax KP
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