Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA Macro 100mm F2.8ED AW Lens

1. Exceptional Imaging Performance through Advanced Optical Design The lens incorporates one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass optical element and two Anomalous Dispersion glass optical elements to effectively compensate for various aberrations and minimize the generation of unwanted purple fringe effects. This is complemented by the high-grade, multi-layer HD (High Definition) Coating, which significantly reduces average reflectance in the visible ray spectrum to less than 50% compared to conventional models. Additionally, the innovative FREE (Fixed Rear Element Extension) focusing system helps to minimize the generation of flare and ghost images across the entire focus range, from minimum focusing distance to infinity, delivering clear, high-quality images. The lens also provides life-size magnification in close-range shooting, allowing for the capture of dramatic, fine-detailed close-up images.

2. Dustproof and Weather-resistant Construction for Reliable Outdoor Performance Designed for diverse outdoor shooting conditions, the lens features dustproof, weather-resistant AW (All Weather) construction for the first time in a PENTAX macro lens. This dependable construction prevents the intrusion of dust and moisture into the interior, using six sealing parts to optimize airtight performance. When paired with a dustproof, weather-resistant PENTAX digital SLR camera body, it creates a highly dependable, durable imaging system that performs superbly in demanding shooting settings, such as snow, mist, rain, or locations prone to splashing or spraying water.

3. Stylish Exterior Design and Intuitive Operability The lens boasts an attractive, stylish appearance, with metallic exterior parts meticulously machined from high-grade aluminum. Its focus ring features the PENTAX-original Quick-Shift Focus System, which allows the photographer to instantly shift the focus mode from auto to manual after the subject has been captured in focus by the camera's autofocus system. This single-action operation assures a smooth, comfortable focus-mode switching maneuver during manual-focus shooting, significantly improving operability.

4. Compact and Lightweight Design for Superior Maneuverability Despite the greatly improved imaging power made possible by the new optical design and outstanding AW construction, the lens is designed to be nearly as compact and lightweight as the smc PENTAX-D FA MACRO 100mm F2.8 WR, ensuring outstanding maneuverability and weight distribution.

5. Additional Features

6. Working distance of 5.1 inches (13 centimeters) at life-size magnification, allowing for the shooting of unapproachable subjects, such as insects
7. Individual serial number assigned to each lens, with black models starting at 0000001 and the silver model at 1000001
8. Circular diaphragm that produces a natural, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect from open aperture to F5.6, while minimizing the streaking effect of point light sources
9. SP (Super Protect) Coating applied to the front optical element, keeping the front surface free of dust or stains

What's in the Box: - Lens - Lens soft case - Lens hood - Lens cap - Lens mount cap

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