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Pentax SMCP-DA 70mm f/2.4 ED Limited Edition Lens for DSLR Cameras, Black

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Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the Pentax 70mm lens's beautiful f/2.4 bokeh.
  • Experience exceptional clarity with this prime lens, perfect for Pentax DSLR cameras.
  • Enjoy fast, quiet autofocus, ideal for street photography and capturing candid moments.
  • The compact, lightweight design makes this 70mm lens a great travel companion.
  • Get creative with the 70mm focal length, great for isolating subjects with blurred backgrounds.
  • This Pentax DA lens delivers sharp images, even in low light, thanks to its wide aperture.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Mary C : It was recommended to my husband. It's his Christmas gift.KENT O : Need it for portraiture. My camera is a Pentax.

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Review Summary

2019-05-07T19:22:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Pentax 2.4/70mm Prime Passes the Test!

OUTSTANDING LENS AT A GOOD PRICE! Early shooting indicates its sweet-spot to be at mid-aperture; try f/5.6. Purchased the lens primarily for portraits. I'm sure it will give control over compression -- distance from subject to back "wall."

KENT O.

2016-08-19T17:13:10

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice Lens

The build quality is absolutely fantastic. I found the plastic fantastic 50 1.8 is a better fit for me the bokeh is about the same and the focal length better suited my people pictures. This lens is a real winner if you find the focal length is good for you.

glenn p.

2016-05-20T02:22:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Recommended

Beautiful Lens. AF is fast .Nice bokeh,sharp.You will not regret buying this. I struggled between this and the 77mm. For the price difference,I could not be happier.

sue h.

2012-12-16T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good Portrait Lens

Sharp lens, small size is not as intimidating as most portrait lenses. Very neat extending hood, it can be removed by unscrewing from the filter threads, or you can screw on a filter and then reattach the hood. Small size means you can always have it with you in the bag.

Buddy

2010-01-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing short tele/long portrait lens

Quality is amazing and very unifor across the frame and the aperture range

Max

2009-05-03T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharp Compact Lens

This lens is compact in size, fast and has a great focal length for portrait as well as cropped landscape photos. It works well in low light and picture quality is sharp. I like the slip on lens cap which is easy to remove and put back. However this cap only fits the supplied hood - if you want to shoot with a filter, you will have to purchase a separate clip on lens cap. Construction seems durable and focus mechanism is very smooth for those who prefer to focus manually. Auto focus is fast and accurate. Great Product!

Mario C.

2008-02-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Highly recommended

I purchased this lens for portraits, landscapes, and casual photography with my K10D after reading all of the reviews and tests that I could find. It has not disappointed me. Superb results can be achieved at F/2.4 with a sharp central subject and smooth surrounding bokeh. Resolution peaks at F/5.6 and remains quite good even at F/11. Autofocus is precise and relatively fast - and does make noise, but this does not bother me. This lens can easily be carried in a shirt pocket. Even with the hood attached, when mounted on the camera it only sticks out 1" beyond the flash visor, making it an ideal lens for working in a crowd or confined space.

JC

2008-02-20T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

good portraits with a tiny lens

metal supplied hood almost doubles size of the lens and lens cap only can be used with the hood. Better get another lens cap.

cumulusnimbus

2008-02-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

High quality and sharp lens

I using this lens on my K100D. This lens weight so light and easy carying anywhere. I also bought the Pentax DA40 too. Both them is very good lens and pic so clear, sharp. I strong command must buy this lens with your pentax camera.

Kany

2007-07-11T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

just fine

I wanted to get this for portraits, so I wouldn't be waving a big zoom around in front of someone's face. It turns out the first photos I took, on a K10D, are band photos in dim light where no flash was allowed. I was taking photos wide open at 1/20th second, and they look good. One thing you need to know, all the pictures show this lens without the lens hood. I thought it would be really small to carry around. However, the lens cap is integral to having the lens hood on the camera, which makes the whole thing stick out an 1" more than if you just put a cap on the lens. If you're in situations where you would not need the hood, get a spare 49mm lens cap, as this one won't fit the lens by itself.

cygnet

2007-03-25T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

great lens

Purchased this lens for the Pentax K10D, where it provides a 105 mm focal length equivalent, and really love it: great build quality, excellent optics (sharp, good color rendition). Autofocus is accurate, and relatively fast and quiet (for a non-USM lens). I haven't used it for wild-life or sports, so I can't comment on how it would perform for fast action shots. Probably exceeds the resolution of the 10 MP K10D chip. Overall, a great portrait/short telephoto lens and fun to use.

JV

2006-12-28T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This lens takes great photos!

I use this lens on the Pentax K10D. The photos are very sharp and the detail is outstanding. I was surprised that a small lens like this could take excellent photos. BEP, Inc.

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Pentax 70mm F/2.4 Specifications

General

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  • Lens Mount

    Pentax K

  • Lens Format

    APS-C

  • Lens Type

    Medium Telephoto

  • Compatibility

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

  • Lens Series

    Pentax DA

  • Kit Style

    Base

  • MPN

    21430

  • Color

    Black

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Closest Focus Distance

    2.3 / 70.1cm

  • Distance Information

    No

  • Built-In Motor

    No

  • Fixed Focal Length

    70mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/2.4

  • Filter Size

    49mm

  • Angle Of View

    23°

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    105mm

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.12x

  • Aspherical Elements

    No

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    No

  • Tripod Collar

    No

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    No

  • Dust Resistant

    No

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    6 Elements in 5 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    9

  • Weight

    4.6oz / 130g

  • Dimensions

    2.5 x 1" / 63.5 x 25.4mm

  • UPC Code

    027075273689

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Compatibility--Pentax K-1, Pentax K-1 Mark II
Special Features-Bokeh Effect, Waterproof AI, Weather Resistant-
Kit StyleBaseBaseBase
Lens TypeMedium TelephotoMedium TelephotoMedium Telephoto
Filter Size49mm49mm49mm
Fixed Focal Length70mm100mm77mm
Lens MountPentax KPentax KPentax K
Maximum Aperturef/2.4f/2.8f/1.8

About Pentax 70mm F/2.4

FEATURED REVIEWS

Highly recommended

By JC

I purchased this lens for portraits, landscapes, and casual photography with my K10D after reading all of the reviews and tests that I could find. It has not disappointed me. Superb results can be achieved at F/2.4 with a sharp central subject and smooth surrounding bokeh. Resolution peaks at F/5.6 and remains quite good even at F/11. Autofocus is precise and relatively fast - and does make noise, but this does not bother me. This lens can easily be carried in a shirt pocket. Even with the h...

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This lens takes great photos!

By MisterB

I use this lens on the Pentax K10D. The photos are very sharp and the detail is outstanding. I was surprised that a small lens like this could take excellent photos. BEP, Inc.

With the sleek, black HD Pentax DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited Lens, you can unlock the full potential of your DSLR camera. This prime portrait-length lens offers a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 105mm, making it an excellent choice for both portrait and landscape photography, as well as other long lens applications.

Designed to deliver superior image quality, this lens features a high-grade multi-layer HD coating on its elements. This advanced coating technology significantly reduces flare and ghosting, thereby enhancing contrast, clarity, and color fidelity in your images. Whether you're capturing the subtle nuances of a portrait or the grandeur of a landscape, this lens ensures every detail is crisp and vibrant.

The HD Pentax DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited Lens also boasts a nine-blade diaphragm, contributing to a pleasing out-of-focus quality that's perfect for creating images with a shallow depth of field. This feature allows you to highlight your subject against a beautifully blurred background, adding a professional touch to your photography.

Additionally, this lens is equipped with an SP Protect coating on the front element, providing effective protection against dirt, oil, and fingerprints. This ensures your lens stays clean and clear, ready to capture stunning images at a moment's notice.

In summary, the HD Pentax DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited Lens is a versatile, high-quality lens that's perfect for professional photographers and photography enthusiasts alike. Its combination of advanced features and durable construction make it a reliable addition to any camera bag.

Pentax 70mm F/2.4 Features

  • Highly-enhanced optical performance with both SP (Super Protect) coating and the PENTAX-original high-grade multi-layer HD (High Definition) coating, which assures much higher light transmittance than conventional multi-layer coatings delivering sharp, clear images with reduced flare and ghosting even under demanding, backlit conditions.
  • High-grade multi-layer HD (High Definition) Coating
  • Equivalent to 105mm in 35mm film format
  • Quick Shift focus system
  • 9 blade diaphragm for stunning bokeh
  • Unique super-compact design in two colors

Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the Pentax 70mm lens's beautiful f/2.4 bokeh.
  • Experience exceptional clarity with this prime lens, perfect for Pentax DSLR cameras.
  • Enjoy fast, quiet autofocus, ideal for street photography and capturing candid moments.
  • The compact, lightweight design makes this 70mm lens a great travel companion.
  • Get creative with the 70mm focal length, great for isolating subjects with blurred backgrounds.
  • This Pentax DA lens delivers sharp images, even in low light, thanks to its wide aperture.

What's in the box:

  • Lens Hood
  • Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Soft Lens Case
  • Pentax USA Warranty