HD Pentax-DA 70mm f/2.4 AL Limited
This is a APS-C prime lens for Pentax K, covering 70 mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.4. Released in 2006, it weighs 130 g. That combination suits portrait photography.
It is a compact short telephoto prime lens designed for Pentax K-mount APS-C DSLR cameras. Offering a 105mm equivalent focal length in 35mm format, it provides a natural perspective suitable for portraits, street photography, and general-purpose shooting. The lens features Pentax's HD (High Definition) multi-layer coating to minimize flare and ghosting, ensuring high-contrast, sharp images even in challenging lighting conditions. Its all-metal construction reflects the premium Limited series build quality, combining durability with a classic aesthetic. The lens's compact 'pancake' design makes it highly portable, ideal for photographers seeking a lightweight setup without compromising image quality.
- f/2.4
- Aperture
- 70mm
- Focal
- 130 g
- Weight
- Sep 2006
- Released
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Specification
- Lens type
- Short telephoto prime lens
- Max Format size
- APS-C
- Focal length
- 70 mm
- Image stabilization
- No
- Lens mount
- Pentax K
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.4
- Minimum aperture
- f/22
- Aperture ring
- No
- Number of diaphragm blades
- 9 (rounded)
- Optical construction
- 6 elements in 5 groups
- Minimum focusing distance
- 0.7 m (27.6 inches)
- Maximum magnification
- 0.12x
- Filter size
- 49 mm
- Dimensions
- 63 mm (diameter) x 26 mm (length)
- Weight
- 130 g (4.6 oz)
- Weather sealing
- No
- Usage
- portrait, lowlight
Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 4.4% of the frame width
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