PENTAX RICOH IMAGING COMPANY announces the release of the smc PENTAX-DA 50 mm f/1 lens.8.This medium telephoto lens with fixed focal length, designed specifically for use with digital cameras PENTAX with bayonet “K”.
It has a large relative aperture and a rounded-bladed aperture for natural and beautiful bokeh background-blur effects, making it ideal for portraits, genre photography or reportage.
Its outstanding technical specifications and compact, lightweight design also make it suitable for photographers of all levels – from beginners just getting started with digital cameras with interchangeable optics to experienced and advanced photographers.
Lens smc PENTAX-DA 50 mm f/1.8 to be released in America in summer 2012.
Key Features
The lens has been specifically optimized for use with digital PENTAX cameras with the K lens mount and APS-C format sensor by using the latest optical design technology. This has resulted in effective compensation for astigmatism for sharp, clear images.
When this interchangeable medium telephoto lens is attached to a PENTAX K-mount camera, its equivalent focal length in 35 mm equivalent is 76.5 mm. This allows you to photograph subjects with a moderately compressed perspective, ideal for portraits with a beautiful bokeh effect, or when you want to separate the main subject from the background. The surface of the front optical element is coated proprietary PENTAX SP Super Protect , which not only repels dust, water and other contaminants, but also facilitates easy removal of grease stains from the surface. Thanks to the lens can be safely used in a variety of conditions without fear for the purity of optics.
Thanks to the large relative aperture of F1.8 lens makes it possible to take pictures with a very shallow depth of field. The rounded aperture diaphragm blades produce natural and beautiful background blur bokeh effect , and minimize the chance of “stars” from point light sources in the frame. In addition, its large relative aperture enables faster shutter speeds in low light, minimizing the risk of blur caused by camera shake or subject motion.
The lens is compact only 38.5 mm long and lightweight approx. 122 g enough to take everywhere, and its elegant appearance blends in well with high-end PENTAX cameras.
What are some other lenses that are also recommended for portraits, genre photography, and reportage, and how does the PENTAX-DA 50 mm f/1.8 compare to them in terms of performance and price?
Is the smc PENTAX-DA 50mm f/1.8 lens suitable for capturing portraits and genre photography? Will it also excel in reportage photography?