Name: Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR Lens
Brand: Pentax
SKU: PX1530
Price: 1246.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (9 reviews)

Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR Lens

Pentax 15-30mm f/2.8

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Pentax 15-30mm f/2.8 

Explore the Pentax 15-30mm f/2.8 lens with a wide 15-30mm focal length and f/2.8 aperture. Built for Pentax K mount. Shop now for sharp, detailed images.

Are you seeking to elevate your photography skills to new heights  The HD Pentax-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR Lens is an essential tool for every photographer. This ultra-wide-angle zoom lens is specifically designed for full-frame K-mount Pentax DSLRs, offering a dynamic range from an ultra-wide 15mm to a versatile 30mm. For APS-C model users, this lens provides an equivalent focal length of 23-46mm, enabling you to capture both expansive landscapes and tighter frames with exceptional detail.Experience the thrill of capturing sweeping views with this lens's ultra-wide 15mm to 30mm zoom range. When paired with a Pentax K-1 35mm full-frame DSLR, this lens delivers the exaggerated perspectives that are characteristic of ultra-wide-angle lenses, transforming your landscapes into majestic masterpieces.The constant f/2.8 maximum aperture ensures consistent performance throughout the zoom range, optimizing light intake and providing excellent control over depth of field. This feature enhances low-light shooting and selective focus, making your photography experience a breeze.The HD Pentax-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR Lens boasts unmatched optical prowess. Its ED glass elements provide impeccable control over chromatic aberrations, ensuring color fidelity and clarity in every shot. The HD multi-layer coating minimizes reflections, flare, and ghosting, delivering contrast-rich and vibrant shots even in challenging light conditions.Experience swift and silent operation with the Supersonic Direct-Drive Motor (SDM), which ensures rapid, quiet, and smooth autofocus operation. The Quick-Shift focus system allows you to switch instantly between auto and manual focusing, adding convenience to your photography performance.Designed for outdoor adventures, this lens features a weather-resistant design with eight protective seals. The Super Protect coating on the front element and an integrated lens hood provide added protection against accidental impacts, water, and dust.The nine-blade rounded diaphragm ensures that your out-of-focus elements look dreamily soft, adding an artistic touch to your photos. Enjoy an alluring bokeh effect at varying focal lengths and apertures with the HD Pentax-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR Lens. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an enthusiastic hobbyist, this lens is set to redefine the boundaries of your photography.

I've had this lens for about a month now and I really can't complain. I obviously bought it for the wide angle use, especially 15mm. There are a few less expensive prime options at 15mm. After shooting with this lens though I'm glad I spent a little more for the zoom. I've found even the 24-30mm range to be incredibly useful. It's sharp, well built, and fun to have on the camera. It's heavy, and bigger than my Pentax 24-70, but if you have other Pentax full frame zooms you'll be able to handle it.

Fun to have on the camera

This is a terrific lens.  I recently shot family photos using the D HD FA 15-30, the FA 31, and the FA 77.   It is very capable of performing alongside them, if you can handle the size and weight.  It rests well on the tripod.  The real quality is as a landscape lens, a great complement to the K-1.

A strong addition to my camera bag.

Ventured out for the first time with this lens. Very pleased. Quite impressed with the sharpness with my Pentax K1.

Excellent sharpness and color

Shat a beautiful lens for landscape! Very crisp images, super easy to use!

Very adequate wide angle lens

I used this lens for real estate mainly.  The distortion is very well controlled and the sharpness was spot on.  The pentax quality weather sealing really puts this ahead of the tamron model.

Best ultrawide I have used

This lens is replacing a 16-50mm f2.8 Pentax lens that has become my favorite lens by far.  The new lenses 15-30mm Full Frame format gives me, not only, access to the full sensor area of my D-1 camera, but more image even when cropped in my older D-20 camera. It is a bit heavier than the 16-50mm but makes beautiful pictures. Focus seems faster and more accurate than the lens it replaced.  The big fat lens cap just does fit in my shirt pocket. By the way, this lens has a big piece of glass up front. Everybody thinks I'm the cruise photographer on the ship. I'm completely satisfied with the 15-30mm purchase. Thank You Adorama!

I'm completely satisfied with the 15-30mm purchase

I haven't used it much but my preliminary results are superb on K-1!! It is big and heavy but I am used to with heavy lenses as my Tokina AT-X PRO 80-200mm F2.8 is heavier then this one.

Builtin hood is nice for protecting the front element. Can not use a standard filter mounts though. Not a big negative for me as I am shooting in RAW.

I would recommend this glass to anyone who wants to go for a wide zoom.

Excellent glass

Sharp, with CA well controlled. Heavy, weighs over a kilogram. Requires additional investment on a filter system.

Excellent lens, but heavy

Before ordering this lens I expected it to be big, but man I had no idea how bulky it actually would be! Anyhow I went out a couple times and took some test shoots and have to say it is an amazing performer. For everyone who can spare the money, it's one of the best pentax lenses in this focal range

Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR Lens

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