Along with the Pentax K-70, Pentax also officially announced the new Pentax HD DA 55-300mm f/4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE Lens. This is a low-cost telephoto zoom lens for APS-C body, featuring a 9-blade rounded diaphragm and the combination of a pulse motor and rear-focus design allows for responsive, quiet AF. It is now available for Pre-order at B&H/ Adorama for only $399.
Specifications:
Principal specifications | ||
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Lens type | Zoom lens | |
Max Format size | APS-C / DX | |
Focal length | 55–300 mm | |
Image stabilisation | No | |
Lens mount | Pentax KAF3 | |
Aperture | ||
Maximum aperture | F4.5–6.3 | |
Minimum aperture | F22–32 | |
Aperture ring | No | |
Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | |
Aperture notes | Rounded blades | |
Optics | ||
Elements | 14 | |
Groups | 11 | |
Special elements / coatings | ED elements + HD and SP coatings | |
Focus | ||
Minimum focus | 0.95 m (37.4″) | |
Maximum magnification | 0.3× | |
Autofocus | Yes | |
Motor type | Stepper motor | |
Full time manual | Yes | |
Focus method | Extending front | |
Distance scale | No | |
DoF scale | No | |
Focus distance limiter | No | |
Physical | ||
Weight | 471 g (1.04 lb) | |
Diameter | 77 mm (3.01″) | |
Length | 89 mm (3.5″) | |
Sealing | Yes | |
Colour | Black | |
Zoom method | Rotary (extending) | |
Power zoom | No | |
Filter thread | 58.0 mm | |
Hood supplied | Yes | |
Hood product code | PH-RBK58 | |
Tripod collar | No |
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