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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. This lens is not compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. In addition, also refer to ensure that it is a trademark.... • SDM is used exclusively with film SLR cameras. • In this operating manual carefully before using the lens to your camera operating manual. The smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used properly. FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc...
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. This lens is not compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. In addition, also refer to ensure that it is a trademark.... • SDM is used exclusively with film SLR cameras. • In this operating manual carefully before using the lens to your camera operating manual. The smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used properly. FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc...
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... 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 14 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited...
... 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 14 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited...
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... 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...
... 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...
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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 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. Using it is specialized for image sensors in their name are equipped with a supersonic motor. Its image circle...
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. Using it is specialized for image sensors in their name are equipped with a supersonic motor. Its image circle...
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... [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 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...
... [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 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...
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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.
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...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 lens mount surfaces as this can result in failure or malfunction. CAUTION Be careful not to the next page for PENTAX... digital SLR cameras. 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 with a...
...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 lens mount surfaces as this can result in failure or malfunction. CAUTION Be careful not to the next page for PENTAX... digital SLR cameras. 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 with a...
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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 firmware older than version 1.30), the autofocus is operated by the... monitor, but 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 supersonic...
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 firmware older than version 1.30), the autofocus is operated by the... monitor, but 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 supersonic...
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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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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. Attaching the dedicated lens cap to the front of the lens, then screw the lens cap onto the lens hood.
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For details, refer to your camera operating manual. To use the manual focus, set the switch to the MF position. To use the autofocus, set to autofocus). Focus mode switch 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 AF position. 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 manual focus, set the switch to the MF position. To use the autofocus, set to autofocus). Focus mode switch 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 AF position. 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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... will rotate. • To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing. DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited - DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited - Particularly be careful when the Focus Mode is pressed halfway...
... will rotate. • To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing. DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited - DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited - Particularly be careful when the Focus Mode is pressed halfway...
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You can do this without changing the focus mode to autofocus, 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. - The Quick Shift Focus System is set to MF. DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode. Manually turn the focusing ring to focus manually. 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus.
You can do this without changing the focus mode to autofocus, 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. - The Quick Shift Focus System is set to MF. DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - See page 15 for information about changing the focus mode. Manually turn the focusing ring to focus manually. 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus.
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...AL [IF] SDM - DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM See the camera operating manual for details about the setting procedure. • When focusing with manual focus or the Quick-Shift Focus System, the mechanism allows the focusing ring to the ∞ (infinity) or the minimum focus distance ends. DA... custom settings, you let go of the shutter release button before taking the picture, autofocus will result in decreased performance. - DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM - If you can take pictures without autofocusing after it any farther than these ends as this will operate again when ...
...AL [IF] SDM - DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM See the camera operating manual for details about the setting procedure. • When focusing with manual focus or the Quick-Shift Focus System, the mechanism allows the focusing ring to the ∞ (infinity) or the minimum focus distance ends. DA... custom settings, you let go of the shutter release button before taking the picture, autofocus will result in decreased performance. - DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM - If you can take pictures without autofocusing after it any farther than these ends as this will operate again when ...
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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. This is especially true with manual focus and the Quick-Shift Focus System. Always check the focus using the view finder before taking a picture.
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. This is especially true with manual focus and the Quick-Shift Focus System. Always check the focus using the view finder before taking a picture.
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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. 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.
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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. "5" indicates "1/5x". MACRO LENS 25 DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from the subject. 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. "5" indicates "1/5x". MACRO LENS 25 DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from the subject. Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by moving the camera closer or further from infinity to life-size [1x].
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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. The hood is recommended. "Memo: The lens hood cannot be mounted on to the front of the lens to use of a lens hood is telescopic. Extend it fully to attach it . 26 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use it . a a.
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. The hood is recommended. "Memo: The lens hood cannot be mounted on to the front of the lens to use of a lens hood is telescopic. Extend it fully to attach it . 26 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use it . a a.
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...-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on to the front of the lens, to lock it until it . "Memo: • When attaching the lens hood, hold the focusing ring and zoom ring securely to attach it clicks into position. Attach the lens hood on the lens, and push... both parts straight toward each other. 27 b c Lens hood attaching index b. c. Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens by turning the hood in the clockwise...
...-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on to the front of the lens, to lock it until it . "Memo: • When attaching the lens hood, hold the focusing ring and zoom ring securely to attach it clicks into position. Attach the lens hood on the lens, and push... both parts straight toward each other. 27 b c Lens hood attaching index b. c. Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens by turning the hood in the clockwise...