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Pentax SMCP-DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM Lens, Black, Bundle with Hoya 58mm UV and CPL Filters

SKU: PX5514AFDA MFR: 21790 A
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  • Pentax SMCP-DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM Lens for Digital SLR Cameras
    Pentax SMCP-DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM Lens for Digital SLR Cameras
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  • Hoya NXT Plus 58mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated Circular Polarizer Lens Filter
    Hoya NXT Plus 58mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated Circular Polarizer Lens Filter
  • +
  • Hoya NXT Plus 58mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated UV Lens Filter
    Hoya NXT Plus 58mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated UV Lens Filter
  • +
  • 2 more

Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the Pentax 55mm lens's beautiful bokeh and sharp image quality.
  • Experience fast, quiet autofocus with the Pentax SDM lens, perfect for candid shots and videos.
  • The f/1.4 aperture excels in low light, ensuring bright, clear photos even in challenging conditions.
  • This Pentax DA lens is ideal for everyday photography, offering a natural perspective on APS-C cameras.
  • Enhance your shots with included 58mm filters that reduce glare and protect your Pentax lens.
  • Enjoy robust build quality in a compact, lightweight design, making this 55mm lens easy to carry.
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2017-06-24T01:48:29

Rated 5 out of 5

I just would Pentax with Megan more lenses like these.

I love this 55mm lens two great lens for portraits it's a great lens for shooting events I love the clarity, I'm sure I'll like it more as I get to use it.

HARRY N.

2012-04-21T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Really nice

A wonderful lens, really nice smooth bokeh. Not as sharp as a Carl Zeiss but it is autofocus. Also had no problems using it out in the rain, if the weather is bad this is the lens I'd want to have with me.

M O.

2011-09-03T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

a perfect fast backup lens

This lens is my perfect backup lens to my Zeiss 85mm f 1.4 ..will be used in my portrait photography

16 r.

2010-05-09T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy review... "pro reviews all true!"

As the heading says... "It's an easy review!" I did my research, lots of it. This day and time I think twice about any purchase more expensive than a hamburger. I wanted a GREAT lens that was also a GREAT buy with GREAT reviews. Well, I couldn't find any reviews that spoke ill of it... period; AND the price was great! So I bought it... I love it!!! OK, so it's just a smidge big... more to love!

Jack C.

2010-01-09T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Fun lens

It's a fun lens that can be used both indoors in poor lighting and outside for cool artsy closeups. I love the large aperture. It's also real nice for portraits. This lens is always on my camera.

C

2009-10-27T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Superb Often Unjustly Maligned Lens

I just purchased a truly like new Pentax DA* 55mm f/1.4 SDM demo from Adorama at a substantial discount. These guys I feel are the only place to buy in my opinion. I naturally did my due diligence by reading as many of the reviews as possible and the lens is indeed what they say, razor sharp. I did not experience any fringing or purple edge artifacts at all. But the real show stopper on this lens seems to be that it is somewhat "camera specific." More specifically, if you own older Pentax DSLRs, like the K10, there will be a high likelihood of problems in properly focusing, and even in some reported instances -- centering as well. Therefore, the first thing out of the box, I checked these and did so on a high quality very stable copy stand with Manfroto arm. The results were excellent and totally consistent in regards to the two aforementioned problems encountered with this lens on older Pentax DSLRs. I have a Pentax K7 by the way and love it, as I do this lens. But often solitary comparisons are not totally just. I then used the Limited 31mm and 43mm Pentax lenses as well as my converted Contax 45mm pancake with Pentax K mount and all gave the same superb results without any of them leaving the Pentax DA* 55mm f/1.4 SDM in the proverbial dust. The test was the old one so many people perform, take the want ads sheet from the newspaper and try close focusing and then see how readable the fine print is. In this regard this lens was the winner among these heavyweights. The only lens to match it was my Voigtlander Lanthar 90mm manual focus lens. To further clarify, I bought a focusing screen from Katz Optics and this was the best purchase I ever made since it now allows me to use some truly primo MF lenses that most people have no use for and therefore they sell at artificially depressed prices.

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Pentax 55mm F/1.4 Specifications

General

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  • Lens Mount

    Pentax K

  • Lens Format

    APS-C

  • Lens Type

    Standard

  • Compatibility

    Pentax K-30, Pentax K-500, Pentax K-5 IIs, Pentax K-50, Pentax K-3, Pentax K-01, Pentax K-S2, Pentax KP, Pentax K-S1, Pentax K-70, Pentax KZ922, Pentax K-R, Pentax K-3 II

  • Lens Series

    Pentax DA

  • Kit Style

    with Filter Kit

  • MPN

    21790 A

  • Color

    Black

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    15" / 45cm

  • Distance Information

    No

  • Built-In Motor

    No

  • Fixed Focal Length

    55mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/1.4

  • Filter Size

    58mm

  • Angle Of View

    28.6°

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    82.5mm

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.3x

  • Aspherical Elements

    No

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    No

  • Tripod Collar

    Yes

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    No

  • Dust Resistant

    No

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    9 Elements / 8 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    9

  • Weight

    13.2oz / 375g

  • Dimensions

    2.6 x 2.8" (66.0 x 70.5mm)

  • UPC Codes

    192223262928, 4719850594343, 024066068095, 024066067951, 840014139958, 027075147348

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Kit Stylewith Filter Kitwith Filter KitBase
Lens TypeStandardStandardStandard
Filter Size58mm49mm49mm
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About Pentax 55mm F/1.4

FEATURED REVIEWS

Superb Often Unjustly Maligned Lens

By None

I just purchased a truly like new Pentax DA* 55mm f/1.4 SDM demo from Adorama at a substantial discount. These guys I feel are the only place to buy in my opinion. I naturally did my due diligence by reading as many of the reviews as possible and the lens is indeed what they say, razor sharp. I did not experience any fringing or purple edge artifacts at all. But the real show stopper on this lens seems to be that it is somewhat "camera specific." More specifically, if you own older Pentax DSL...

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I just would Pentax with Megan more lenses like these.

By HARRY N.

I love this 55mm lens two great lens for portraits it's a great lens for shooting events I love the clarity, I'm sure I'll like it more as I get to use it.

If you're seeking to elevate your photography to new heights, the Pentax SMCP-DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM Lens is your ideal companion. Specifically designed for digital SLRs, this lens is engineered to deliver exceptional sharpness and clarity, making it a must-have for photographers who demand the best in digital imagery.

Unparalleled Image Quality with Advanced Coatings

The Pentax SMCP-DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM Lens is equipped with super-low-dispersion optical elements and extra-low dispersion (ED) elements, working in harmony with PENTAX's proprietary lens coatings. This combination ensures stunningly clear, high-contrast images that maintain their brilliance across the entire frame, even at the edges. The innovative Aero Bright coating enhances light transmission, effectively reducing flare and ghosting for pristine image quality.

Exquisite Bokeh and Depth of Field Control

For photographers who appreciate fine details, this lens offers a fast F1.4 aperture, providing exceptional depth of field control. With its 9 rounded diaphragm blades, it produces beautifully smooth and circular bokeh, adding a professional touch to every photograph. Whether you're capturing portraits or artistic shots, the bokeh quality will enhance your images with a dreamy background blur.

Durability in Any Environment

Built to withstand the elements, the Pentax SMCP-DA 55mm lens features a weather-resistant and dust-resistant construction. This robust design, combined with the PENTAX-original Super Protect (SP) coating, ensures protection against dust, water, and grease, allowing you to shoot confidently in diverse environments, from light drizzles to harsh desert conditions.

Effortless and Silent Focusing

Experience the convenience of the PENTAX-original Quick-Shift Focus System, which allows for an instantaneous switch from autofocus to manual focus. The integrated SDM focus system, powered by a supersonic motor, provides smooth and silent autofocusing, ensuring that your creative process remains uninterrupted and discreet.

A Versatile Lens for Your DSLR

Exclusively crafted for PENTAX digital SLR cameras, this lens offers a focal length equivalent to 84.5mm in the 35mm format, making it an invaluable addition to your photography toolkit. Whether you're shooting portraits, still-life compositions, or working in low-light conditions, the smc PENTAX DA Star 55mm F1.4 SDM lens stands out as the prime standard lens for all your creative endeavors.

Embark on a journey into advanced photography with the Pentax SMCP-DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM Lens. Let each shot you take tell a captivating story, and invest in a lens that promises clarity and excellence in every frame.

Pentax 55mm F/1.4 Features

  • Outstanding Image Quality: Assures clear, high-contrast visuals even at image field edges thanks to super-low-dispersion and extra-low dispersion optical elements
  • PENTAX Original Coatings: Incorporates unique lens coatings for optimized digital imaging characteristics
  • Water and Dust Resistant: Built to operate reliably in inclement conditions
  • Quick-Shift Focus System: Instant switch capability from auto to manual focus
  • Super Protect (SP) Coating: Advanced fluorine compound layer repelling dust, water, and grease
  • Flare/Ghosting Minimization: With Aero Bright coating and ideal curvature of optical elements
  • Smooth Bokeh Creation: 9 rounded diaphragm blades offer beautiful bokeh at large apertures
  • Prime Standard Lens: Perfect for portrait, still-life, or low light photography
  • Ultra-High Refraction Index: Via PENTAX Aero Bright coating ensuring improved light transmission
  • Weather-Resistant Build: Enhances the lens's durability, pairing perfectly with PENTAX weather-resistant DSLR bodies
  • SDM Focus System: Enables smoother, quieter autofocus with an in-built supersonic motor
  • Equivalent Focal Length: Matches 84.5mm in the 35mm format
  • Exclusively Designed: Tailored specifically for PENTAX digital SLR cameras

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the Pentax 55mm lens's beautiful bokeh and sharp image quality.
  • Experience fast, quiet autofocus with the Pentax SDM lens, perfect for candid shots and videos.
  • The f/1.4 aperture excels in low light, ensuring bright, clear photos even in challenging conditions.
  • This Pentax DA lens is ideal for everyday photography, offering a natural perspective on APS-C cameras.
  • Enhance your shots with included 58mm filters that reduce glare and protect your Pentax lens.
  • Enjoy robust build quality in a compact, lightweight design, making this 55mm lens easy to carry.

What's in the box:

  • Pentax SMCP-DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM Lens (Black)
  • Hood
  • Front and Rear Lens Caps
  • Lens Soft Case S90-100
  • Pentax 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Bundle Includes:
  • Hoya NXT Plus 58mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated Circular Polarizer Lens Filter
  • Hoya NXT Plus 58mm 10-Layer HMC Multi-Coated UV Lens Filter
  • ProOptic Complete Optics Care and Cleaning Kit
  • Adorama 5.8x5.8" Microfiber Cleaning Cloth (Small)