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FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc PENTAX-DA lens. This lens is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. In addition, also refer to "DA lens." • Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance. • PENTAX and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION. • SDM is not compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. The smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used exclusively with film SLR cameras...
FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc PENTAX-DA lens. This lens is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. In addition, also refer to "DA lens." • Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance. • PENTAX and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION. • SDM is not compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. The smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used exclusively with film SLR cameras...
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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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...6 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX-DA LENS • The smc PENTAX-DA lens is quiet and smooth. • The DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM uses a circular aperture. Using it is possible to about f/2.8 keeps light sources and other fuzzy points perfectly round. When mounted on a camera that have "SDM" in PENTAX digital SLR cameras and..." (see page 19 for details). • Lenses that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for image sensors in their name are equipped with a supersonic motor. Its image circle is specialized for digital cameras.
...6 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX-DA LENS • The smc PENTAX-DA lens is quiet and smooth. • The DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM uses a circular aperture. Using it is possible to about f/2.8 keeps light sources and other fuzzy points perfectly round. When mounted on a camera that have "SDM" in PENTAX digital SLR cameras and..." (see page 19 for details). • Lenses that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for image sensors in their name are equipped with a supersonic motor. Its image circle is specialized for digital cameras.
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...; 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 with a simplified weather-resistant construction by using DA lens sealing technology which makes it difficult...
...; 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 with a simplified weather-resistant construction by using DA lens sealing technology which makes it difficult...
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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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... contacts Power supply contacts Lenses with a supersonic motor Lenses with supersonic motors. CAUTION Be careful not to the next page for PENTAX digital SLR cameras. 9 About the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for more information on lenses with a supersonic motor (supersonic motor only) Refer to damage or dirty the...
... contacts Power supply contacts Lenses with a supersonic motor Lenses with supersonic motors. CAUTION Be careful not to the next page for PENTAX digital SLR cameras. 9 About the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for more information on lenses with a supersonic motor (supersonic motor only) Refer to damage or dirty the...
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...the with firmware older than version 1.30), the autofocus is version 1.30 or later, refer to page 11. Lens Precautions DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM • The lens uses a supersonic motor. When mounted on a camera body that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus (AF) is quiet... 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...
...the with firmware older than version 1.30), the autofocus is version 1.30 or later, refer to page 11. Lens Precautions DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM • The lens uses a supersonic motor. When mounted on a camera body that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus (AF) is quiet... 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...
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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. LENS CAP 13 Take off the lens cap by removing the lens hood. "Memo: • When not using the lens, be sure to mount the F49mm lens cap (option) by pressing the two tabs inward.
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. LENS CAP 13 Take off the lens cap by removing the lens hood. "Memo: • When not using the lens, be sure to mount the F49mm lens cap (option) by pressing the two tabs inward.
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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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Focus mode switch For details, refer to the MF position. To use the autofocus, set the switch to autofocus). FOCUSING 15 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera's focus mode switch to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode. To use the manual focus, set the switch to your camera operating manual. For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the camera is used to change between the autofocus and manual focus modes (the focus mode switch on the DA lens is always set to the AF position.
Focus mode switch For details, refer to the MF position. To use the autofocus, set the switch to autofocus). FOCUSING 15 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera's focus mode switch to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode. To use the manual focus, set the switch to your camera operating manual. For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the camera is used to change between the autofocus and manual focus modes (the focus mode switch on the DA lens is always set to the AF position.
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... AF.C (AF-continuous). DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR - DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited - Particularly be careful when the Focus Mode is pressed halfway. - DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited - DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] - DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited 17 CAUTION During autofocusing...
... AF.C (AF-continuous). DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR - DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited - Particularly be careful when the Focus Mode is pressed halfway. - DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited - DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] - DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited 17 CAUTION During autofocusing...
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DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus. See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode. Manually turn the focusing ring to MF. DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED The Quick Shift Focus System is achieved. Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is set to autofocus, you can do this without changing the focus mode to focus manually. You can focus manually after autofocus is not available with the following lenses. -
DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus. See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode. Manually turn the focusing ring to MF. DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED The Quick Shift Focus System is achieved. Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is set to autofocus, you can do this without changing the focus mode to focus manually. You can focus manually after autofocus is not available with the following lenses. -
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...release button. DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM - If you let go of the shutter release button before taking the picture, autofocus will result in decreased performance. - DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM - DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] - DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM - DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM 20 CAUTION...Focus System, keep pressing the shutter release button (or AF button) after you press the shutter release button again. DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - However, by configuring the camera's custom settings, you can take pictures without autofocusing after it is set to ...
...release button. DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM - If you let go of the shutter release button before taking the picture, autofocus will result in decreased performance. - DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM - DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] - DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM - DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM 20 CAUTION...Focus System, keep pressing the shutter release button (or AF button) after you press the shutter release button again. DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - However, by configuring the camera's custom settings, you can take pictures without autofocusing after it is set to ...
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21 DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM, DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM focusing • The mechanism does not allow the angle of rotation of the focusing ring and the distance scale to align while focusing. Always check the focus using the view finder before taking a picture. This is especially true with manual focus and the Quick-Shift Focus System.
21 DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM, DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM focusing • The mechanism does not allow the angle of rotation of the focusing ring and the distance scale to align while focusing. Always check the focus using the view finder before taking a picture. This is especially true with manual focus and the Quick-Shift Focus System.
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22 Precautions on close-distance scale (For 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) In the close-distance scale range (minimum focus distance range), when shooting at the maximum aperture, image quality in this range, we recommend that you use a smaller aperture, stopping down from full aperture. When taking a picture in the corners of the picture may deteriorate because of the optical characteristics of the lens.
22 Precautions on close-distance scale (For 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) In the close-distance scale range (minimum focus distance range), when shooting at the maximum aperture, image quality in this range, we recommend that you use a smaller aperture, stopping down from full aperture. When taking a picture in the corners of the picture may deteriorate because of the optical characteristics of the lens.
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When determining the magnification first, set the magnification in the manual focus mode and adjust focus by denominators on the distance scale. Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by moving the camera closer or further from infinity to life-size [1x]. "5" indicates "1/5x". MACRO LENS 25 DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from the subject.
When determining the magnification first, set the magnification in the manual focus mode and adjust focus by denominators on the distance scale. Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by moving the camera closer or further from infinity to life-size [1x]. "5" indicates "1/5x". MACRO LENS 25 DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from the subject.
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Screw-on Type (DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX. "Memo: The lens hood cannot be mounted on to the front of a lens hood is telescopic. Extend it fully to use of the lens to attach it . a a. The hood is recommended. 26 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use it .
Screw-on Type (DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX. "Memo: The lens hood cannot be mounted on to the front of a lens hood is telescopic. Extend it fully to use of the lens to attach it . a a. The hood is recommended. 26 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use it .
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...to the front of the lens, to prevent them from the front of the lens to attach it clicks into position. "Memo: • When attaching the lens hood, hold the focusing ring and zoom ring securely to lock it until it . Screw-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood ...on the lens, and push both parts straight ...
...to the front of the lens, to prevent them from the front of the lens to attach it clicks into position. "Memo: • When attaching the lens hood, hold the focusing ring and zoom ring securely to lock it until it . Screw-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood ...on the lens, and push both parts straight ...