HD Pentax-DA 35mm F2.8 Limited Macro
Specifications
The HD Pentax DA 35mm F2.8 Limited Macro lens name does not feature the long list of acronyms often found on the most expensive products. You can find explanations for terms relevant to the lens listed below:
| HD | "HD", is the name of the current most advanced coatings available for Pentax lenses. Building on the famous SMC coatings, it improves contrast and flare management. The 35mm F2.8 Limited macro also exists with SMC coatings. |
| DA | "DA" refers to a lens designed for APS-C digital cameras. The lens carries information used for specific program lines, in-camera lens corrections, and so forth. |
| F | "F" is the maximum aperture of the lens, 2.8 in this case. |
| SP | "SP" is not part of the lens name, but still an important part of its characteristics. Super protect is a type of coating used by Pentax that helps repel dust and grease on the front element, making the lens easier to clean. |
| Macro | "Macro" means that the lens has close focusing capabilities. This term is sometimes abused, but in this particular case the lens is a true macro allowing 1:1 enlargements. |
| Limited | "Limited" lenses are small, hand-crafted lenses with superior optical qualities, produced in small volumes. |
Below are the lens specifications.
| Lens Name |
HD DA 35mm F2.8 Limited macro |
| Optical Formula | 9 elements in 8 groups |
| Coatings | HD, SP |
| Image Circle | APS-C |
| Auto-Exposure Support | Yes |
| Construction | Metal |
| Field of View (APS-C) | Diagonal: 45° Horizontal: 38° |
| Aperture Range | F2.8-22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9, rounded |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Max. Magnification | 0.15x |
| AF Type | Screw-drive |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 14cm |
| Internal Focus | No |
| Filter Thread Diameter | 49mm |
| Cap | Yes, push-on |
| Hood | Built-in retractable metal hood |
| Case | Soft case Z100 (faux leather) |
| Diameter x Length | 63 x 46.5 mm |
| Weight | 215g |
| Pentax Mount Designation | KAF |
| Weather Sealing | No |
| Price (US MSRP) | $499 USD (black and silver) |
| Launch Year | 2013 |
As a Pentax lens designed for digital, the DA 35mm F2.8 Limited Macro supports in-camera lens corrections and alternate program lines (such as MTF). Its front element bears the Super Protect (SP) coating to repel dust, grease and other elements, also making it easier to clean.
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