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... 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 14 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited 14 FOCUSING ...15 Changing the Focus Mode 15 For the DA lens 15 Using Autofocus 16 Focusing with the OK Button 16 Using Manual Focus 18 Using...
... 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 14 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited 14 FOCUSING ...15 Changing the Focus Mode 15 For the DA lens 15 Using Autofocus 16 Focusing with the OK Button 16 Using Manual Focus 18 Using...
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...] 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 dedicated lens hood 28 About the PL filter window 29 Built-in lens hood 31 FILTERS ...32 Precaution on filters 32...
...] 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 dedicated lens hood 28 About the PL filter window 29 Built-in lens hood 31 FILTERS ...32 Precaution on filters 32...
Operation Manual
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... PENTAX digital SLR cameras and its optical system is optimized for the characteristics of digital images. • When autofocusing is finished, it when stopping down from full aperture to make fine adjustments by hand using the "Quick-Shift Focus System" (see page 19 for digital cameras. 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...
... PENTAX digital SLR cameras and its optical system is optimized for the characteristics of digital images. • When autofocusing is finished, it when stopping down from full aperture to make fine adjustments by hand using the "Quick-Shift Focus System" (see page 19 for digital cameras. 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...
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...-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 for water to enter the lens. • Lenses with simplified weather-resistant construction DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR, DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR These lenses are dust-proof and water-resistant because each part is individually sealed.
...-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 for water to enter the lens. • Lenses with simplified weather-resistant construction DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR, DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR These lenses are dust-proof and water-resistant because each part is individually sealed.
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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. 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.
Operation Manual
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... version 1.30), the autofocus cannot be done manually. When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support supersonic motors (including the with firmware older than version 1.30), the autofocus is version 1.30 or later, refer to page 11. 10 About lenses with a supersonic motor The lenses in the camera body. * In both cases focusing can be operated by the AF...
... version 1.30), the autofocus cannot be done manually. When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support supersonic motors (including the with firmware older than version 1.30), the autofocus is version 1.30 or later, refer to page 11. 10 About lenses with a supersonic motor The lenses in the camera body. * In both cases focusing can be operated by the AF...
Operation Manual
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Focus mode switch For details, refer to your camera operating manual. To use the manual focus, set the switch to the AF position. To use the autofocus, set the switch to the MF 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 to autofocus). FOCUSING 15 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera's focus mode switch to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode.
Focus mode switch For details, refer to your camera operating manual. To use the manual focus, set the switch to the AF position. To use the autofocus, set the switch to the MF 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 to autofocus). FOCUSING 15 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera's focus mode switch to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode.
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... the focusing ring during autofocusing. DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited - DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited - Particularly be careful when the Focus Mode is pressed halfway. - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited - DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - The camera continues adjusting the focus while the AF button is pressed or the shutter release button is set to...
... the focusing ring during autofocusing. DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited - DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited - Particularly be careful when the Focus Mode is pressed halfway. - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited - DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - The camera continues adjusting the focus while the AF button is pressed or the shutter release button is set to...
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DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode. You can do this without changing the focus mode to autofocus, you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. The Quick Shift Focus System is set to MF. Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is not available with the following lenses. - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to focus manually. Manually turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus.
DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode. You can do this without changing the focus mode to autofocus, you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. The Quick Shift Focus System is set to MF. Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is not available with the following lenses. - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to focus manually. Manually turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus.
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... the focusing ring to take a picture. For more information see the "CAUTION" on page 16, you can focus by pressing the OK button. 2. The focusing ring on some lenses may rotate during autofocus. • Do not touch the focusing ring while autofocus is operating as explained in "Focusing with the OK Button" on page 17. Using Autofocus Set the focus mode switch to autofocus, then press the shutter release button...
... the focusing ring to take a picture. For more information see the "CAUTION" on page 16, you can focus by pressing the OK button. 2. The focusing ring on some lenses may rotate during autofocus. • Do not touch the focusing ring while autofocus is operating as explained in "Focusing with the OK Button" on page 17. Using Autofocus Set the focus mode switch to autofocus, then press the shutter release button...
Operation Manual
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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. MACRO LENS 25 DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from the subject. "5" indicates "1/5x". Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by moving the camera closer or further from infinity to life-size [1x].
When determining the magnification first, set the magnification in the manual focus mode and adjust focus by denominators on the distance scale. MACRO LENS 25 DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from the subject. "5" indicates "1/5x". Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by moving the camera closer or further from infinity to life-size [1x].
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... lens hood cannot be attached if a filter is attached to page 33) To use a filter and the dedicated lens hood together, attach a 43mm diameter filter to the back of the hood. (Refer to the front of the lens, until it stops. Attach the lens hood on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other. Bayonet Type (DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited dedicated lens hood) When attaching the lens hood...
... lens hood cannot be attached if a filter is attached to page 33) To use a filter and the dedicated lens hood together, attach a 43mm diameter filter to the back of the hood. (Refer to the front of the lens, until it stops. Attach the lens hood on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other. Bayonet Type (DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited dedicated lens hood) When attaching the lens hood...
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... filter window is attached to the bayonet-type hood included with the hood attached to the lens. DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM - DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR - DA 17-70mm f/4AL [IF] SDM - Remove the hood from the lens to attach or remove the window cap. DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL...
... filter window is attached to the bayonet-type hood included with the hood attached to the lens. DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM - DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR - DA 17-70mm f/4AL [IF] SDM - Remove the hood from the lens to attach or remove the window cap. DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL...
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YES YES YES However, the dedicated bayonet hood cannot be mounted and used. 38 Lens Circular polarizing filter (A type) Compatibility Notes Circular polarizing filter (B type) Compatibility Notes DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM *YES *Can be mounted on top of the A type circular polarizing filter.
YES YES YES However, the dedicated bayonet hood cannot be mounted and used. 38 Lens Circular polarizing filter (A type) Compatibility Notes Circular polarizing filter (B type) Compatibility Notes DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM *YES *Can be mounted on top of the A type circular polarizing filter.
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39 *1 The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX. *2 Vignetting occurs at focal lengths below 15mm with other PENTAX filters (such as the Skylight) besides circular polarizing filters. *3 The dedicated hood cannot be mounted on the front of the lens. "Memo: • Filters, including circular polarizing filters, cannot be mounted if a filter including a circular polarizing filter is mounted on the DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] lens.
39 *1 The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX. *2 Vignetting occurs at focal lengths below 15mm with other PENTAX filters (such as the Skylight) besides circular polarizing filters. *3 The dedicated hood cannot be mounted on the front of the lens. "Memo: • Filters, including circular polarizing filters, cannot be mounted if a filter including a circular polarizing filter is mounted on the DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] lens.
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42 Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash Lens DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM DA 16-45mm...
42 Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash Lens DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM DA 16-45mm...
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... f/2.8 Macro Limited, DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited, DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited and DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited lenses, do not use the lens hood when using the built-in flash. This is to prevent the lens hood from obstructing the flash. *1 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is 35mm or less, or when the focal length is 16 to 50mm and the shooting distance is below 1.5 m. *2 Vignetting...
... f/2.8 Macro Limited, DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited, DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited and DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited lenses, do not use the lens hood when using the built-in flash. This is to prevent the lens hood from obstructing the flash. *1 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is 35mm or less, or when the focal length is 16 to 50mm and the shooting distance is below 1.5 m. *2 Vignetting...
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...-12 11-8 Angle of view 83°-31.5° 79°-23° 76°-29° Aperture f/2.8 f/4 f/3.5-5.6 Minimum aperture f/22 f/22 f/22-38 Mount type KAF2-mount KAF3-mount KAF-mount Minimum focus distance 0.3m (0.98ft) 0.28m (0.92ft) 0.25m (0.82ft) Maximum magnification Approx. 0.21× Approx. 0.31× Approx. 0.34× Filter size 77mm 67mm 52mm Lens hood PH-RBJ...
...-12 11-8 Angle of view 83°-31.5° 79°-23° 76°-29° Aperture f/2.8 f/4 f/3.5-5.6 Minimum aperture f/22 f/22 f/22-38 Mount type KAF2-mount KAF3-mount KAF-mount Minimum focus distance 0.3m (0.98ft) 0.28m (0.92ft) 0.25m (0.82ft) Maximum magnification Approx. 0.21× Approx. 0.31× Approx. 0.34× Filter size 77mm 67mm 52mm Lens hood PH-RBJ...
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...-8 18-14 11-10 Angle of view 76°-29° 31.5°-11.9° 31.5°-8.1° Aperture f/3.5-f/5.6 f/2.8 f/4-5.6 Minimum aperture f/22-f/38 f/22 f/22-32 Mount type KAF-mount KAF2-mount KAF-mount Minimum focus distance 0.25m (0.82ft) 1.0m (3.3ft) 1.1m (3.6ft) Maximum magnification Approx. 0.34× Approx. 0.17× Approx. 0.24× Filter size 52mm 67mm 52mm Lens hood PH...
...-8 18-14 11-10 Angle of view 76°-29° 31.5°-11.9° 31.5°-8.1° Aperture f/3.5-f/5.6 f/2.8 f/4-5.6 Minimum aperture f/22-f/38 f/22 f/22-32 Mount type KAF-mount KAF2-mount KAF-mount Minimum focus distance 0.25m (0.82ft) 1.0m (3.3ft) 1.1m (3.6ft) Maximum magnification Approx. 0.34× Approx. 0.17× Approx. 0.24× Filter size 52mm 67mm 52mm Lens hood PH...