Pentax HD D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR

The Pentax HD D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR lens sports a pro build, full-frame coverage, and is priced very affordably.

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Pentax HD D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED S 1

Product details

  • IN CAMERA SHAKE REDUCTION (SR): The PENTAX digital SLR K series cameras are equipped with the SR mechanism built into the camera body; Because shake reduction is applied in the camera body, this means that any lens compatible with the K Series cameras will benefit from image stabilization
  • High performance standard zoom lens: This lens is for use with the Pentax k mount digital SLR cameras, providing exceptional imaging power and a large F2. 8 maximum aperture
  • HD coating to enhance imaging power: produce high contrast images with edge to edge sharpness, free of flare and ghost images
  • Exceptional imaging power: the newly designed optics feature three ED optical elements to accommodate super high resolution image sensors; These delivers high resolution images with uniform image Description over the entire image field
  • Weather resistant construction: this lens features a Dependable weather resistant construction with special seals to effectively prevent the intrusion of water into the lens interior
  • Built in sum (Supersonic direct drive motor): thanks to the incorporation of a new generation sum, this zoom lens assures quiet, high speed auto focus operation, allowing the photographer to react swiftly to all types of subjects
  • Rounded diaphragm: rounded diaphragm to produce a smooth, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect, while minimizing the streaking effect of point light sources

PROS

+ Strong central sharpness.
+ Dust and weatherproof construction.
+ Bright maximum aperture.
+ Affordable.

CONS

- Weak edge quality.
- Visible distortion.
- Dimmed corners.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on February 07, 2018
The Pentax HD D FA 24-70mm F2.8 ED SDM WR lens sports a pro build, full-frame coverage, and is priced very affordably.
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