Ricoh Imaging introduces the latest HD PENTAX-DA 18-50mm – the smallest lens with a unique lens and frame folding mechanism*. In parking position its length is only 41 mm. Otherwise, it’s a classic zoom lens with dust and waterproofing protection that weathers all kinds of surprises: snow, rain, fog, etc.
In addition to the ultra-compact body, the lens boasts Pentax’s proprietary HD Coating, ultra-low dispersion elements and aspherical elements in the optical design, which effectively reduce optical aberrations and deliver sharp, sharp high contrast images. Built-in DC motor makes autofocus silent and smooth.
The HD PENTAX-DA 18-50mm is designed to be a compact, easy-to-use companion to the dust and waterproof Pentax DSLR, which makes it ideal for outdoor photography when traveling, hiking, vacationing near water, or playing sports.
*The smallest length zoom lens released for DSLRs as of February 1, 2015, according to Ricoh Imaging’s own research .
Key Features
The world’s smallest lens
The new lens has the world’s shortest length among lenses with variable focal length for small-format DSLR cameras – 41 mm, which makes it an indispensable compact staff zoom, in addition, the classic focal length of 18-50 mm covers almost the entire range of common photographic subjects. Converted to 35 mm film format, this zoom lens covers focal lengths from 27.5 mm to 76.5 mm.
Ruggedly rugged and well-protected casing
Rugged, protective body with 9 gaskets effectively protects lens from moisture. The lens is the perfect companion to Pentax dustproof DSLR cameras, flash units and accessories.
Exceptional image quality for use with modern Pentax DSLRs
The presence of super-low dispersion elements and aspherical elements in the optical scheme, consisting of 11 elements in eight groups, allows you to effectively compensate for various kinds of optical distortions to get high-contrast photos with excellent detail in the whole field of the frame.
HD Coating
The lens surfaces are coated with a multi-layer antireflection coating, as well as a special HD Coating – already common for Pentax premium lenses. It guarantees a higher and more uniform light transmission coefficient in the entire range of visible light, which allows you to get a contrast image with correct color reproduction without parasitic reflections, even in low light or backlight conditions.
Focusing system
Equipped with Pentax’s Quick-Shift technology, the lens offers users the ability to instantly switch to manual focus after autofocusing simply by turning the focus ring, without having to switch modes on the camera body.
Other features
-Special hydrophobic SP Super Protect front lens protects the lens from dirt and makes it easy to clean the optics.
-Circular aperture blades for beautifully blurred subjects outside the sharpness area.
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