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Pentax HD FA 70-200mm f/2.8 ED DC AW Lens, Black

SKU: PX70200 MFR: 21330
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning images with the Pentax 70-200mm lens, perfect for portraits and events.
  • Experience exceptional clarity with this lens, thanks to its advanced optical design.
  • The f/2.8 maximum aperture on this Pentax lens excels in low light and creates bokeh.
  • Enjoy fast, quiet autofocus with the built-in DC motor for sharp, in-focus shots.
  • Weather-resistant construction makes this Pentax zoom lens ideal for outdoor photography.
  • Achieve professional results with a versatile 70-200mm focal length for various subjects.
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STEVEN M : are the filter threads different from older lenses ?ANDREW R : I don't believe that Pentax has changed the filter thread pitch recently. Should work with most 77mm diameter threaded filters.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?CHRISTOPHER K : I've been wanting one for yearsJOHN G : It is sharp and fast to focus and i want the versatility of the zoom.MELISSA H : Looking to use for my children’s games and some portrait pictures.ANGELA G : OUTDOOR SPORTS PHOTOS OF THE KIDSAgust G : The Pentax 70-200 2.8 lens is supposed to be very sharp lens.

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2023-10-08T01:02:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Well Worth the $$$ !

If HI quality is what you're after, this lens is an EXCELLENT choice for sharp, clear, fast photography! Amazing smooth manual overrides for zoom & focus, Although stabilization would be a plus, in-body IBIS is adequate. A well-balanced lens even without a tripod! Excellent for the "night stalker" enthusiaist!

DENNIS B.

2019-02-27T10:29:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast lens

It's a fast and spectacular lens which is solidly built. It's going to be my primary wedding lens.

Bob C.

2018-11-28T08:00:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Love my Pentax 70-200mm!!

Love my Pentax 70-200mm!!!

Amanda L.

2018-03-09T08:23:31

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Lens Ever Used

Extremely sharp fast and silent focus LOVE it

TIMOTHY C.

2018-02-28T07:40:30

Rated 5 out of 5

Very versatile lens.

What a great lens. Very clear, sharp, kind if heavy but it feels professional. Best apature at 200 with really clear center i found was f8.

Mark J.

2017-02-28T14:27:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Great zoom lens

SuperB sharp images.

LUIS R.

2017-01-05T10:32:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Very sharp & quick focusing

Sharp at all apertures. Wonderful bokeh. On the heavy side but not as heavy as the 150-450. Highly recommend.

Richard G.

2016-07-11T13:05:22

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharp Wide Open + Beautiful Bokeh

I am a working professional and this lens delivers! Most of my work is portraiture, wedding and event. I have used f 2.8 zoom lenses for a while now but rarely did I dare shoot with them wide open because the sharpness just was not there. This lens is on a whole new level. Pentax has really stepped up their game. I can shoot comfortably at 2.8 knowing that this lens will stay sharp. The focus is also very accurate and quick. Lens flare is very very well controlled with the new HD coating and the resulting resolution is gorgeous on the Pentax K1. The bokeh is also a thing of beauty!

JOSEPH P.

2016-05-19T08:58:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Great service and fast shipping

Purchased the K1 from Adorama, then the lens. Great service and fast shipping. They make purchasing easy. The lens works great and arrived on time. This is one heavy lens, so I ordered the cotton carrier for added safety and weight relief.

Thomas R.

2016-04-11T10:47:48

Rated 4 out of 5

No great increase in AF speed

Very good IQ when focus is on, which depending on the subject is fairly accurate. Just a little soft wide open, but not extremely fast to focus for sports or other types of action. Recommended over tamron due to the weather resistance and silent AF.

Nicholas K.

2016-04-03T22:31:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing

I used the older FA* 80-200 for quite some time and was hoping for an improvement. I got it! The lens is gorgeous and takes stellar images. The glass is better, the feel is better, the features are better, and the AF is better. Seriously, it's amazing.

Matt E.

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Pentax HD D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 Specifications

General

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  • Lens Mount

    Pentax K

  • Lens Format

    Full Frame

  • Lens Type

    Telephoto Zoom

  • Compatibility

    Pentax K-1, Pentax K-1 Mark II

  • Lens Series

    Pentax FA

  • Special Features

    Weather Resistant

  • Kit Style

    Base

  • MPN

    21330

  • Color

    Black

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    3.94 / 1.2m

  • Distance Information

    No

  • Built-In Motor

    No

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/2.8

  • Filter Size

    77mm

  • Angle Of View

    34.5° to 12.5°

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    105 to 300mm

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.13x

  • Aspherical Elements

    No

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    No

  • Tripod Collar

    Removable and Rotating

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    No

  • Dust Resistant

    No

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    19 Elements in 16 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    9

  • Weight

    3.86lb / 1755g

  • Dimensions

    3.6 x 7.99" / 91.5 x 203mm

  • UPC Code

    027075286917

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Designed For Use With:

  • Pentax K-1 Mark II
  • Pentax K-1

Compatible With Restrictions:*

* If using a APS-C Lens on a Full Frame Camera OR Full-Frame Lens on a APS-C Camera then Image sensor will be narrowed down to APS-C size.

  • Pentax K-01
  • Pentax K-2000
  • Pentax K-3
  • Pentax K-3 II
  • Pentax K-30
  • Pentax K-5 IIs
  • Pentax K-50
  • Pentax K-500
  • Pentax K-7
  • Pentax K-70
  • Pentax KP
  • Pentax K-S1
  • Pentax K-S2

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CompatibilityPentax K-1, Pentax K-1 Mark IIPentax K-1, Pentax K-1 Mark II
Special FeaturesWeather ResistantWeather Resistant
Kit StyleBaseBase
Lens TypeTelephoto ZoomTelephoto Zoom
Filter Size77mm86mm
Fixed Focal LengthNANA
Lens MountPentax KPentax K
Maximum Aperturef/2.8f/4.5-5.6

About Pentax HD D FA 70-200mm f/2.8

FEATURED REVIEWS

Sharp Wide Open + Beautiful Bokeh

By JOSEPH P.

I am a working professional and this lens delivers! Most of my work is portraiture, wedding and event. I have used f 2.8 zoom lenses for a while now but rarely did I dare shoot with them wide open because the sharpness just was not there. This lens is on a whole new level. Pentax has really stepped up their game. I can shoot comfortably at 2.8 knowing that this lens will stay sharp. The focus is also very accurate and quick. Lens flare is very very well controlled with the new HD coating a...

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Well Worth the $$$ !

By DENNIS B.

If HI quality is what you're after, this lens is an EXCELLENT choice for sharp, clear, fast photography! Amazing smooth manual overrides for zoom & focus, Although stabilization would be a plus, in-body IBIS is adequate. A well-balanced lens even without a tripod! Excellent for the "night stalker" enthusiaist!

Over the horizon or up close, the HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 ED DC AW Lens in black is a quintessential choice for photographers seeking unparalleled optical performance. Designed exclusively for Pentax K-mount digital SLR cameras, this telephoto zoom lens is a proud member of the esteemed Star series, renowned for delivering exceptional image quality that stands out among Pentax's range of interchangeable lenses.

With its steadfast f/2.8 maximum aperture available throughout the entire zoom range from 70mm to 200mm, this lens ensures consistent exposure settings and depth of field control, making it ideal for a variety of photographic scenarios, from intimate portraits to dynamic sports shots.

Crafted with cutting-edge Pentax-original lens-coating technologies, including the advanced Aero Bright Coating II and the superior HD Coating, the lens delivers images with remarkable clarity. These coatings significantly reduce flare and ghosting, ensuring that even in challenging lighting conditions, your photos will exhibit high contrast and sharpness.

At the core of the lens lies an intricate optical construction featuring four super-low dispersion glass elements, two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements, and two Super ED glass elements. This powerful combination effectively eliminates chromatic aberration across the entire zoom range, resulting in crisp, high-resolution images with edge-to-edge sharpness that will captivate viewers.

Built for the adventurous photographer, the HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 lens boasts a robust, dustproof, and weather-resistant construction. With 13 special seals, it is engineered to withstand the elements, ensuring reliable performance in diverse weather conditions, from desert heat to torrential rain.

When mounted on a Pentax K-mount SLR, this lens offers an impressive zoom ratio of approximately 2.9 times, covering a telephoto range equivalent to 107mm to 307mm in 35mm format. Its broad image circle is also future-proof, ready to accommodate upcoming models with larger image sensors.

The lens features the Pentax-developed Quick-Shift Focus System, which allows for seamless transitions between autofocus and manual focus modes. The new three-position switch enables photographers to quickly adapt to changing scenes, ensuring they never miss a moment.

Key features of the HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 ED DC AW Lens include:
- A consistent f/2.8 aperture for superior low-light performance and depth of field control.
- An expansive telephoto zoom range, ideal for capturing detailed portraits and fast-paced action.
- Advanced lens coatings for exceptional image clarity and reduced light reflectance.
- A durable, weather-resistant build, perfect for outdoor photography.
- Quick-Shift Focus System for responsive and precise focusing.

This lens is not merely an accessory; it is an integral part of the photographic journey, delivering high-quality, sharp, and beautifully blurred background bokeh that professional and enthusiast photographers alike will appreciate. Embrace the HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 ED DC AW Lens, and let your creativity soar with every shot.

Pentax HD D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 Features

  • High-performance Star series lens: Provides exceptional image rendition, effectively compensating for various aberrations
  • Large F2.8 maximum aperture: Consistent across the 70mm to 200mm range, ensuring premium image quality
  • Zoom ratio of approximately 2.9 times: Covering a telephoto range equivalent to 107mm to 307mm in the 35mm format
  • Advanced Aero Bright Coating II: Revolutionary lens-coating nanotechnology ensuring minimal light reflectance
  • Multi-layer HD Coating: Reduces flare and ghost images, even under demanding lighting conditions
  • Superior optical elements: Incorporates super-low dispersion, ED (Extra-low Dispersion), and Super ED glass elements for pristine image clarity
  • Dustproof, weather-resistant construction: 13 special seals protect against environmental elements
  • Quick-Shift Focus System: Allows instantaneous switch between auto-focus and manual-focus for enhanced user experience
  • Image circle: Perfectly covers Full-frame sensor, optimized for larger image sizes
  • Quiet autofocus: Driven by an integrated DC motor for stealthy operation

Key Features

  • Capture stunning images with the Pentax 70-200mm lens, perfect for portraits and events.
  • Experience exceptional clarity with this lens, thanks to its advanced optical design.
  • The f/2.8 maximum aperture on this Pentax lens excels in low light and creates bokeh.
  • Enjoy fast, quiet autofocus with the built-in DC motor for sharp, in-focus shots.
  • Weather-resistant construction makes this Pentax zoom lens ideal for outdoor photography.
  • Achieve professional results with a versatile 70-200mm focal length for various subjects.

What's in the box:

  • Pentax HD D FA 70-200mm f/2.8 ED DC AW Lens
  • Hood
  • Lens Cap
  • Mount Cap
  • Lens Case
  • Tripod Mount
  • Pentax 1 Year Limited Warranty