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Pentax Normal smc P-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro Autofocus Lens

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Pentax D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro Overview

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 D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro Specs

Focal Length
50mm (35mm Equivalent: 75mm)
Aperture
Maximum: f/2.8
Minimum: f/32
Lens Mount
Pentax K
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
47°
Minimum Focus Distance
5.91" / 15 cm
Magnification
1:1 Macro Reproduction Ratio
1x Magnification
Optical Design
8 Elements in 7 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
8
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
49 mm (Front)
Dimensions
ø: 2.6 x L: 2.6" / ø: 6.6 x L: 6.6 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 D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro Reviews

Pentax 50mm f/2.8 Macro Lens

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-30

The lens was purchased to quickly “digitize” some 500 photo prints, dating back to the 1950’s.  It worked very well, rivalling the results from my Canon scanner.  I haven’t used it for any nature closeups yet.   Absolutely no regrets with the purchase.

Nice

By Douglas
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-28

Good for normal and close-up work. Nice walk around lens.

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question

Is this made in Vietnam or Japan?
Asked by: Anonymous
Mine was assembled in Vietnam.
Answered by: PHILIP T.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Will this fit on my Pentax K20d?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, the Pentax Normal smc P-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro Autofocus Lens is fully compatible with the Pentax K20D.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Is this a "full frame" or APS-C le s?

Is this a "full frame" or APS-C le s?
Asked by: Mike
This is a designated as a full frame lens. As are all Pentax's FA lenses.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2020-11-11

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Is this 50 mm macro lens a good lense to photograph art work?
Asked by: sophie r.
Thanks for your answer. I think that before buying this lense, I will try a vintage manual macro 50 mm lense.
Answered by: sophie r.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Will this fit on my Pentax its d?
Asked by: Marcello F.
Takes beautiful pict hues on both film and digiital Pentax slr's. Auto focusing and auto exposure works perfectly on my digital slr.
Answered by: GERALD L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Does this lens work with the Pentax K-70?
Asked by: Anonymous
It should for sure. And as others pointed out a great lens in optical terms (built quality is ok but not more) for that value that works as well as macro as for portray on APS-C. A in depth review can be found here http://www.photozone.de/pentax/906-pentax50f28macro And as others said - it is full frame so if one day you feel like buying K-1 you can use it.
Answered by: Justin R.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Does this 50 mm macro lens work on the Pentax k-m?
Asked by: sophie r.
I have the Pentax K-x. The lens works very well for me. Sorry I can't answer your specific question, though.
Answered by: Anik P.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Can you use this in the Pentax 645n?
Asked by: Alexander V.
Not without an adapter if they make one.
Answered by: Robert H.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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