Lens Summary
Brand: Pentax
Also Known As: Pentax 15-30mm f/2.8
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Pentax K
Release Date: 2016-02-17
MSRP Price: $1449.95
Made in: Japan
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: A specialized, ultra-wide angle zoom, the HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR Lens from Pentax offers full-frame shooters an excellent f/2.8 constant aperture to allow for exceptional control over depth of field and the ability to work in low-light conditions. It uses ED glass elements to reduce aberrations and features an HD multi-layer coating to limit flare and ghosting. Operation is fast, with a Supersonic Direct-Drive Motor (SDM) for autofocus and it has a Quick-Shift focus system for switching between auto and manual focusing. And, it can focus down to 11" for convenience.
Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED SDM WR Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
| Focal Length | 15-30mm |
| Mount Type | Pentax K |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | Full Frame / APS-C |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.20x |
| Shake Reduction (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 86° |
| Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format) | 50° |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full Frame format) | 111° |
| Minimum Angle of View (Full Frame format) | 72° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 18 |
| Lens Groups | 13 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 (Rounded) |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 3 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| HD Coating | Yes |
| Super-Multi Coating (SMC) | No |
| Fluorine Coating | Yes |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Supersonic Direct-drive Motor (SDM) | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.28m |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | Yes |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Tripod Collar | No |
| Dimensions | 98.6 x 143.5mm |
| Weight | 1040g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
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