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Pentax K-Mount HD DA 40mm f/2.8 40-40mm Fixed Lens for Pentax KAF (Limited Edition Black) Review

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Very good

Revainrating 5 out of 5  
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4.8
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Details

BrandPentax
Lens TypeStandard
Compatible MountingsPentax KAF
Camera Lens Description9
Maximum Focal Length40 Millimeters

Description of Pentax K-Mount HD DA 40mm f/2.8 40-40mm Fixed Lens for Pentax KAF (Limited Edition Black)

Standard, 40mm focal length (60mm in 35mm film format). Ultra-thin, pancake design, available in two colors. 9 blade diaphragm for stunning bokeh. Quick-Shift Focus System. Unique super-compact design in two colors. Lens not zoomable.

Reviews

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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

"Sharp and Stylish Lens for Pentax Mount

My analysis of this lens showed that it is a reliable and durable piece of electronics that produces stunningly sharp images. Its compact size and stylish design make it a great addition to any camera bag. The lens is easy to focus and has a decent aperture range for low light situations. However, the lack of image stabilization can be a downside for handheld photography in certain settings. Overall, this lens is a great value for the quality it produces.

Pros
  • Sharp and clear image quality
Cons
  • No image stabilization feature

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Amazing lens! Light and high quality.

I understand why everyone is talking about this lens. Amazing picture quality and less than a pound. Great lens for the daily walk. Works well on K-1 with only occasional minor vignette fixes.

Pros
  • Ultra thin pancake design available in two colors
Cons
  • Secret

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Excellent fixed focal length, ideal for photography and photography

This lens fills the gap between the DA HD 21mm and DA HD 70mm lenses. the same subject for all three lenses and took multiple shots with each lens. The IQ matched or exceeded the other two lenses. All three have excellent color rendering. The IQ of the Pentax LTD series is consistently high. And the price of 40mm was more than cheap.

Pros
  • Standard, 40mm focal length (60mm in 35mm format)
Cons
  • Questionable purchase for seniors