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RICOH IMAGING web site states: The PENTAX DA* series of high grade lenses, designed exclusively for PENTAX digital SLR cameras, features the highest quality components and construction. DA* lenses also feature the quiet SDM focus system, and a tightly sealed weather and dust resistant construction to enhance durability and reliability in rainy or dusty conditions. The focal length is equivalent to 450mm in the 35mm format.
I would imagine using the lens on a film body could confirm coverage. The degree of fall off or decreased image quality past the 23.5mm x 15.7mm APS-C sensor size could be the issue but at this time, I cannot confirm. We list what Ricoh does until such time there is a FF DSLR to test.
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