This telephoto zoom lens has been developed as a new model of the Pentax Star (*) Series which boasts the highest image quality of all Pentax interchangeable lenses by compensating various aberrations to a minimum This lens provides a large maximum aperture of F2 8 Throughout the full focal range of 70mm to 200mm
- 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
- PENTAX STAR SERIES LENS: A new generation, high performance Star series lens delivering superb imaging quality and exceptional resolving power
- PENTAX ORIGINAL LENS COATING: Thanks to PENTAX original lens coating technologies including the latest Aero Bright Coating II that assures exceptionally low reflectance, as well as the high grade HD Coating it produces extra sharp, high contrast images that are free of flare and ghosting
- ALL WEATHER (AW): This lens features a dependable dustproof, weather resistant structure with eight special seals to prevent the intrusion of water and dust into the lens interior
- ROUNDED DIAPHRAGM: Nine blade, round shaped diaphragm to produce a natural, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect up to F2.8 aperture setting
- DC MOTOR: Smooth, quiet AF operation using a built in AF driving motor
- QUICK SHIFT FOCUS SYSTEM: Possible to instantly switch from autofocus to manual focus operation, by holding the shutter release button halfway down and turning the focus ring after the subject is in focus with the camera’s AF system
- FOCUS RANGE LIMITER: To minimize AF operation time by fixing the focus range to one of three sub ranges
- TRIPOD MOUNT BRACKET: Detachable tripod mount with a newly designed with an integrated lock mechanism to secure the lens from falling
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX: Includes Front lens cap, lens mount cap, Lens Hood and Lens case
- 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
- PENTAX STAR SERIES LENS: A new generation, high performance Star series lens delivering superb imaging quality and exceptional resolving power
- PENTAX ORIGINAL LENS COATING: Thanks to PENTAX original lens coating technologies including the latest Aero Bright Coating II that assures exceptionally low reflectance, as well as the high grade HD Coating it produces extra sharp, high contrast images that are free of flare and ghosting
- ALL WEATHER (AW): This lens features a dependable dustproof, weather resistant structure with eight special seals to prevent the intrusion of water and dust into the lens interior
- ROUNDED DIAPHRAGM: Nine blade, round shaped diaphragm to produce a natural, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect up to F2.8 aperture setting
- DC MOTOR: Smooth, quiet AF operation using a built in AF driving motor
- QUICK SHIFT FOCUS SYSTEM: Possible to instantly switch from autofocus to manual focus operation, by holding the shutter release button halfway down and turning the focus ring after the subject is in focus with the camera’s AF system
- FOCUS RANGE LIMITER: To minimize AF operation time by fixing the focus range to one of three sub ranges
- TRIPOD MOUNT BRACKET: Detachable tripod mount with a newly designed with an integrated lock mechanism to secure the lens from falling
- WHAT'S IN THE BOX: Includes Front lens cap, lens mount cap, Lens Hood and Lens case
