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... is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. This lens is not compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. The smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used properly. Please read this operating manual, "smc PENTAX-DA lens" is shortened to "DA lens." • Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance. • PENTAX and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION. • SDM is used exclusively with film SLR...
... is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. This lens is not compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. The smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used properly. Please read this operating manual, "smc PENTAX-DA lens" is shortened to "DA lens." • Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance. • PENTAX and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION. • SDM is used exclusively with film SLR...
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WARNING • Never look at the sun through the lens. Serious damage to the user. Direct sunlight passing through the lens will be intensified, and should it focus on flammable materials, fire may occur, particularly when looking directly through the lens or camera for safe operation, please pay special attention to the ... 1 Although we have carefully designed these lenses for a long time. CAUTION • Do not leave the lens in minor or medium injuries to the user or damage to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. WARNING CAUTION This...
WARNING • Never look at the sun through the lens. Serious damage to the user. Direct sunlight passing through the lens will be intensified, and should it focus on flammable materials, fire may occur, particularly when looking directly through the lens or camera for safe operation, please pay special attention to the ... 1 Although we have carefully designed these lenses for a long time. CAUTION • Do not leave the lens in minor or medium injuries to the user or damage to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. WARNING CAUTION This...
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... not attached to the camera body, attach both the inside and the outside of motorcycles or other rigid camera support. Have the lens inspected by direct sunlight. 8. Be careful when handling lenses that come with a desiccant in a dry cabinet, airtight container, or plastic... bag. (Leaving a saturated desiccant in the air. 3. Be careful not to the lens. to maintain its high performance. The lens is kept. • Avoid storing the lens in temperature, otherwise condensation can cause damage to let it fall, or subject it from the vibrations of...
... not attached to the camera body, attach both the inside and the outside of motorcycles or other rigid camera support. Have the lens inspected by direct sunlight. 8. Be careful when handling lenses that come with a desiccant in a dry cabinet, airtight container, or plastic... bag. (Leaving a saturated desiccant in the air. 3. Be careful not to the lens. to maintain its high performance. The lens is kept. • Avoid storing the lens in temperature, otherwise condensation can cause damage to let it fall, or subject it from the vibrations of...
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... YOUR LENS SAFELY 1 PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE 2 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX-DA LENS 6 About dustproof, water resistance, and simplified weather resistance 7 smc PENTAX-DA LENS 8 About the DA lens mount 9 About lenses with a supersonic motor 10 Precautions for using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor the ...11 MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 12 LENS CAP ...13 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited...
... YOUR LENS SAFELY 1 PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE 2 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX-DA LENS 6 About dustproof, water resistance, and simplified weather resistance 7 smc PENTAX-DA LENS 8 About the DA lens mount 9 About lenses with a supersonic motor 10 Precautions for using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor the ...11 MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 12 LENS CAP ...13 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited...
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...] SDM, DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM focusing 21 Precautions on close-distance scale 22 ZOOM LENS ...23 About the zoom ring 24 MACRO LENS ...25 Magnification Scale 25 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD 26 Screw-on Type (DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited dedicated lens hood 26 Screw-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood 27 Bayonet Type ...27 Bayonet Type (DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited...
...] SDM, DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM focusing 21 Precautions on close-distance scale 22 ZOOM LENS ...23 About the zoom ring 24 MACRO LENS ...25 Magnification Scale 25 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD 26 Screw-on Type (DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited dedicated lens hood 26 Screw-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood 27 Bayonet Type ...27 Bayonet Type (DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited...
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5 Circular polarizing filters and vignetting 35 Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters 36 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH 40 Built-in Flash ...40 External Flash 40 Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash 42 TRIPOD MOUNT ...45 Removing the Tripod Mount 46 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS 47
5 Circular polarizing filters and vignetting 35 Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters 36 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH 40 Built-in Flash ...40 External Flash 40 Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash 42 TRIPOD MOUNT ...45 Removing the Tripod Mount 46 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS 47
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...camera that have "SDM" in PENTAX digital SLR cameras and its optical system is optimized for digital cameras. Using it is possible to about f/2.8 keeps light sources and other fuzzy points perfectly round. 6 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX-DA LENS • The smc PENTAX-DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for... details). • Lenses that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus is quiet and smooth. • The DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM uses a circular aperture. Its image circle is specialized for image sensors in their name are equipped with a supersonic motor.
...camera that have "SDM" in PENTAX digital SLR cameras and its optical system is optimized for digital cameras. Using it is possible to about f/2.8 keeps light sources and other fuzzy points perfectly round. 6 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX-DA LENS • The smc PENTAX-DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for... details). • Lenses that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus is quiet and smooth. • The DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM uses a circular aperture. Its image circle is specialized for image sensors in their name are equipped with a supersonic motor.
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... for water to enter the lens. 7 About dustproof, water resistance, and simplified weather resistance • Dust-proof and water-resistant lenses DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM, DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM, DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM, DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM, DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM, DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF]SDM These DA lenses are made...
... for water to enter the lens. 7 About dustproof, water resistance, and simplified weather resistance • Dust-proof and water-resistant lenses DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM, DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM, DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM, DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM, DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM, DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF]SDM These DA lenses are made...
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Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto "A" position, so accessories without an auto "A" setting cannot be used with this lens. • The DA lens is not compatible with film SLR cameras. 8 smc PENTAX-DA LENS Focusing ring Distance scale window Lens hood attaching index Distance scale Depth-of-field scale Mounting index Depth-of-field scale Distance index Note: • The DA lens does not have an aperture ring.
Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto "A" position, so accessories without an auto "A" setting cannot be used with this lens. • The DA lens is not compatible with film SLR cameras. 8 smc PENTAX-DA LENS Focusing ring Distance scale window Lens hood attaching index Distance scale Depth-of-field scale Mounting index Depth-of-field scale Distance index Note: • The DA lens does not have an aperture ring.
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...the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for the DA lens, the KAF, KAF2 and KAF3. CAUTION Be careful not to the next page for more information on lenses with a supersonic motor (supersonic motor only) Refer to damage or dirty the lens mount... surfaces as this can result in failure or malfunction. KAF-mount KAF2-mount KAF3-mount AF coupler Lens information contacts AF coupler Lens information contacts Lens information contacts Power supply contacts Power supply contacts Lenses...
...the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for the DA lens, the KAF, KAF2 and KAF3. CAUTION Be careful not to the next page for more information on lenses with a supersonic motor (supersonic motor only) Refer to damage or dirty the lens mount... surfaces as this can result in failure or malfunction. KAF-mount KAF2-mount KAF3-mount AF coupler Lens information contacts AF coupler Lens information contacts Lens information contacts Power supply contacts Power supply contacts Lenses...
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...it does not interfere with AF operations. , , , DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support ...operated by the AF motor in the table below are equipped with internal supersonic motors. Lens Precautions DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM • The lens uses a supersonic motor. When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support supersonic motors (including the with ...
...it does not interfere with AF operations. , , , DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support ...operated by the AF motor in the table below are equipped with internal supersonic motors. Lens Precautions DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM • The lens uses a supersonic motor. When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support supersonic motors (including the with ...
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11 Precautions for the using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on the firmware version 1.30 or later. , use camera • How to Check and Update the Firmware Holding-down the MENU button while turning ON the version in the center of the display. will display the firmware Download and install the firmware update for using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on the When using the link below. • Firmware Download Page: http://www.pentax.jp/english/support/download_digital.html
11 Precautions for the using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on the firmware version 1.30 or later. , use camera • How to Check and Update the Firmware Holding-down the MENU button while turning ON the version in the center of the display. will display the firmware Download and install the firmware update for using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on the When using the link below. • Firmware Download Page: http://www.pentax.jp/english/support/download_digital.html
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To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the camera body and turn the lens counterclockwise. To remove the lens Hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted. • After mounting the lens, gently turn the lens clockwise until it is locked in place. "Memo: • Do not hold down the lens unlock button on the lens and body, then turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it clicks in place. 2. 12 MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1 2 Mounting index 1.
To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the camera body and turn the lens counterclockwise. To remove the lens Hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted. • After mounting the lens, gently turn the lens clockwise until it is locked in place. "Memo: • Do not hold down the lens unlock button on the lens and body, then turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it clicks in place. 2. 12 MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1 2 Mounting index 1.
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Also, with the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited, and DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited, it is possible to attach the lens cap. • Attach the dedicated lens cap over the lens hood on the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited, DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF], and DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited. "Memo: • When not using the lens, be sure to mount the F49mm lens cap (option) by pressing the two tabs inward. LENS CAP 13 Take off the lens cap by removing the lens hood.
Also, with the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited, and DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited, it is possible to attach the lens cap. • Attach the dedicated lens cap over the lens hood on the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited, DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF], and DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited. "Memo: • When not using the lens, be sure to mount the F49mm lens cap (option) by pressing the two tabs inward. LENS CAP 13 Take off the lens cap by removing the lens hood.
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Attaching the dedicated lens cap to the front of the lens, then screw the lens cap onto the lens hood. 14 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited Screw the lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited First screw the dedicated hood onto the front of the lens.
Attaching the dedicated lens cap to the front of the lens, then screw the lens cap onto the lens hood. 14 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited Screw the lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited First screw the dedicated hood onto the front of the lens.
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To use the autofocus, set the switch to the AF position. For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the DA lens is used to change between the autofocus and manual focus modes (the focus mode switch on the camera is always set the switch to the MF position. To use the manual focus, set to autofocus). Focus mode switch FOCUSING 15 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera's focus mode switch to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode. For details, refer to your camera operating manual.
To use the autofocus, set the switch to the AF position. For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the DA lens is used to change between the autofocus and manual focus modes (the focus mode switch on the camera is always set the switch to the MF position. To use the manual focus, set to autofocus). Focus mode switch FOCUSING 15 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera's focus mode switch to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode. For details, refer to your camera operating manual.
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16 Using Autofocus Set the focus mode to the camera operating manual. With the , , or / cameras, you can also press the AF button to autofocus. Focusing with the OK Button With the , , , , , , , and , you can configure the camera's custom settings to autofocus. "Memo: • For details on the setting procedure, refer to autofocus. Press the shutter release button halfway to disable autofocusing when pressing the shutter release button halfway and enable focusing by pressing the OK button. See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode.
16 Using Autofocus Set the focus mode to the camera operating manual. With the , , or / cameras, you can also press the AF button to autofocus. Focusing with the OK Button With the , , , , , , , and , you can configure the camera's custom settings to autofocus. "Memo: • For details on the setting procedure, refer to autofocus. Press the shutter release button halfway to disable autofocusing when pressing the shutter release button halfway and enable focusing by pressing the OK button. See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode.
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... AL [IF] - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited - 17 CAUTION During autofocusing, the focusing ring of the following lenses will rotate. • To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing. DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM...
... AL [IF] - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited - 17 CAUTION During autofocusing, the focusing ring of the following lenses will rotate. • To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing. DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM...
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The Quick Shift Focus System is set to autofocus, you can do this without changing the focus mode to MF. You can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is not available with the following lenses. - See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode. 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus. Manually turn the focusing ring to focus manually. DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL -
The Quick Shift Focus System is set to autofocus, you can do this without changing the focus mode to MF. You can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is not available with the following lenses. - See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode. 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus. Manually turn the focusing ring to focus manually. DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL -
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... autofocus. 19 How to finely adjust focus. 3. With the , , or / cameras, you can also press the AF button to focus. The focusing ring on page 17. Hold down the shutter release button halfway (or hold down the AF button or OK button), then turn the focusing ring to use the Quick...
... autofocus. 19 How to finely adjust focus. 3. With the , , or / cameras, you can also press the AF button to focus. The focusing ring on page 17. Hold down the shutter release button halfway (or hold down the AF button or OK button), then turn the focusing ring to use the Quick...