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... 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. In addition, also refer to ensure that it is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. • SDM is used exclusively with film SLR cameras. • In this operating manual carefully before using the lens to your camera operating manual. This lens is not compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras...
... 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. In addition, also refer to ensure that it is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. • SDM is used exclusively with film SLR cameras. • In this operating manual carefully before using the lens to your camera operating manual. This lens is not compatible with PENTAX digital SLR cameras...
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... to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. USING YOUR LENS SAFELY 1 Although we have carefully designed these lenses for a long time. Direct sunlight passing through the lens or camera for safe operation, please pay special attention to the user. WARNING CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in direct sunlight without the lens cap. WARNING...
... to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. USING YOUR LENS SAFELY 1 Although we have carefully designed these lenses for a long time. Direct sunlight passing through the lens or camera for safe operation, please pay special attention to the user. WARNING CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in direct sunlight without the lens cap. WARNING...
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...lens cap and lens mount cap to remove dust on the lens. 5. to protect it to read the instructions that are not dust-proof, water-resistant, or do not have simplified weather-resistant construction in the rain, fog or environments in which sand or dust is a precise optical instrument. Avoid subjecting the lens... cause damage to the lens. Use a cushion or similar pad to a tripod or other vehicles, boats, etc. 6. The inner parts of mildew growth. Storage and mildew prevention • Take the lens out of motorcycles or other rigid camera support. The lens is in a poorly ...
...lens cap and lens mount cap to remove dust on the lens. 5. to protect it to read the instructions that are not dust-proof, water-resistant, or do not have simplified weather-resistant construction in the rain, fog or environments in which sand or dust is a precise optical instrument. Avoid subjecting the lens... cause damage to the lens. Use a cushion or similar pad to a tripod or other vehicles, boats, etc. 6. The inner parts of mildew growth. Storage and mildew prevention • Take the lens out of motorcycles or other rigid camera support. The lens is in a poorly ...
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... 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 the...
... 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 the...
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... [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 dedicated lens hood 28 About the PL filter window 29 Built-in lens hood 31 FILTERS ...32 Precaution...
... [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 dedicated lens hood 28 About the PL filter window 29 Built-in lens hood 31 FILTERS ...32 Precaution...
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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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... 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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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 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM When the lens is mounted on a camera body that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus (AF) is quiet and smooth. • Supersonic motor compatible camera body / , , , *, * If the firmware is operated by the AF motor in the camera body. * In both cases focusing can be done manually. Lens Precautions DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM • The lens uses...
... DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM When the lens is mounted on a camera body that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus (AF) is quiet and smooth. • Supersonic motor compatible camera body / , , , *, * If the firmware is operated by the AF motor in the camera body. * In both cases focusing can be done manually. Lens Precautions DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM • The lens uses...
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For details, refer to the AF position. For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the camera is used to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode. To use the autofocus, set the switch to the MF position. Focus mode switch FOCUSING 15 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera's focus mode switch to change between the autofocus and manual focus modes (the focus mode switch on the DA lens is always set to autofocus). To use the manual focus, set the switch to your camera operating manual.
For details, refer to the AF position. For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the camera is used to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode. To use the autofocus, set the switch to the MF position. Focus mode switch FOCUSING 15 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera's focus mode switch to change between the autofocus and manual focus modes (the focus mode switch on the DA lens is always set to autofocus). To use the manual focus, set the switch to your camera operating manual.
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... the shutter release button is set to AF.C (AF-continuous). DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro 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 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] - DA 17-70mm...
... the shutter release button is set to AF.C (AF-continuous). DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro 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 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] - DA 17-70mm...
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Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is set to autofocus, you can do this without changing the focus mode to MF. DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED You can focus manually after autofocus is not available with the following lenses. - 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. The Quick Shift Focus System is achieved. 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus.
Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is set to autofocus, you can do this without changing the focus mode to MF. DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED You can focus manually after autofocus is not available with the following lenses. - 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. The Quick Shift Focus System is achieved. 18 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus.
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... OK button. 2. Using Autofocus Set the focus mode switch to autofocus, then press the shutter release button halfway to finely adjust focus. 3. With the , , or / cameras, you can also press the AF button to take a picture. With the , , , , , , or cameras set as explained in "Focusing with the OK Button" on some lenses may rotate during autofocus. • Do not touch the focusing ring while autofocus is operating as it...
... OK button. 2. Using Autofocus Set the focus mode switch to autofocus, then press the shutter release button halfway to finely adjust focus. 3. With the , , or / cameras, you can also press the AF button to take a picture. With the , , , , , , or cameras set as explained in "Focusing with the OK Button" on some lenses may rotate during autofocus. • Do not touch the focusing ring while autofocus is operating as it...
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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 rotate freely after you achieve focus and before taking a picture. However do not attempt to rotate it is set to the ∞ (infinity) or the minimum focus distance ends. DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - DA 60-250mm...
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 rotate freely after you achieve focus and before taking a picture. However do not attempt to rotate it is set to the ∞ (infinity) or the minimum focus distance ends. DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - DA 60-250mm...
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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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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]. 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".
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...flash units cannot be used when the distance is less than 0.7m. 40 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH Built-in Flash The built-in flash with the lens being used while the lens hood is mounted without problems if it is also possible to use the lens hood). However, the following...used when the wide-angle panel is used (it is not compatible with the angle of view of the lens. External Flash The external flash can not be used because their coverage angle is possible to set their zoom [coverage angle] up to the "Compatibility of DA Lenses with the angle of view of the lens...
...flash units cannot be used when the distance is less than 0.7m. 40 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH Built-in Flash The built-in flash with the lens being used while the lens hood is mounted without problems if it is also possible to use the lens hood). However, the following...used when the wide-angle panel is used (it is not compatible with the angle of view of the lens. External Flash The external flash can not be used because their coverage angle is possible to set their zoom [coverage angle] up to the "Compatibility of DA Lenses with the angle of view of the lens...
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43 Compatibility Lens DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM 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 YES YES YES YES YES , , YES YES YES YES YES YES / , , , , ...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...
43 Compatibility Lens DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM 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 YES YES YES YES YES , , YES YES YES YES YES YES / , , , , ...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...
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Camera position shift lock screw Tripod Mount • Attach only to camera shake. The tripod mount is detachable. TRIPOD MOUNT 45 DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM and DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM are equipped with the tripod mount. To position the camera vertically or horizontally, loosen the camera position shift lock screw, turn the camera 90° to the right or left as large lenses may contribute to a stable tripod. • We recommend using a fast shutter speed as desired, and tighten the lock screw firmly.
Camera position shift lock screw Tripod Mount • Attach only to camera shake. The tripod mount is detachable. TRIPOD MOUNT 45 DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM and DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM are equipped with the tripod mount. To position the camera vertically or horizontally, loosen the camera position shift lock screw, turn the camera 90° to the right or left as large lenses may contribute to a stable tripod. • We recommend using a fast shutter speed as desired, and tighten the lock screw firmly.
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MAIN SPECIFICATIONS 47 * For use with any PENTAX digital SLR camera. * AL = Uses an aspheric lens, ED = Lens made with extra-low dispersion glass, IF = Inner focus-type lens, SDM = Lens with hood approx. 155g/ 5.5oz) Soft case S100-120 Soft case DA70 ...DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited Focal length 14mm (equivalent to approx. 15mm (equivalent to approx. 21mm (equivalent to approx. 21.5mm in 35mm format) 23mm in 35mm format) 32mm in 35mm format) Elements in groups 12-11 8-6 8-5 Angle of view 90° 86° 68° Aperture f/2.8 f/4 f/3.2 Minimum aperture f/22 f/22 f/22 Mount...
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS 47 * For use with any PENTAX digital SLR camera. * AL = Uses an aspheric lens, ED = Lens made with extra-low dispersion glass, IF = Inner focus-type lens, SDM = Lens with hood approx. 155g/ 5.5oz) Soft case S100-120 Soft case DA70 ...DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited Focal length 14mm (equivalent to approx. 15mm (equivalent to approx. 21mm (equivalent to approx. 21.5mm in 35mm format) 23mm in 35mm format) 32mm in 35mm format) Elements in groups 12-11 8-6 8-5 Angle of view 90° 86° 68° Aperture f/2.8 f/4 f/3.2 Minimum aperture f/22 f/22 f/22 Mount...
