Pentax D FA 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens for Pentax and Samsung Digital SLR Cameras

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.2 x 3 x 2.7 inches ; 1.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0002YE65Y
• Item model number: B0002YE65Y
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 25, 2004

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
Need to get super close when photographing subjects? Turn to this Pentax P-D FA 100mm f/2.8 macro lens. Designed specifically for Pentax and Samsung digital SLR cameras, the lens positions its curved optical elements to virtually eliminate flare and ghosting to create clear, high-quality images. The versatile lens also offers Pentax's acclaimed multilayer coating to lower surface reflection and reduce ultraviolet rays. Also functional as a telephoto lens, the 100mm macro lens carries a one-year warranty.

Specifications

• Focal length: 100mm
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• Lens construction: 9 elements in 8 groups
• Angle of view: 24.5 degrees
• Diaphragm: Fully automatic
• Number of diaphragm blades: 8
• Minimum aperture: f/32
• Metering: TTL open-aperture metering
• Minimum focusing distance: 11.93 inches
• Maximum magnification: 1x
• Filter size: 49mm
• Corresponding AF mounts: Pentax and Samsung
• Dimensions: 2.7 inches in diameter
• Warranty: 1 year

Product Description
The PENTAX smc P-D FA 100mm F2.8 macro is designed specifically for digital cameras. It utilizes curvature and positioning of optical elements to virtually eliminate flare and ghosting for clear, high-quality images particularly important to digital photography. This versatile lens can also be used a telephoto lens and features our acclaimed multi-layer coating to lower surface reflection, reduce ultraviolet rays, and deliver clear, high-contrast images.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good fun lens, July 6, 2008

By	H. Liao "Phresh Phish" (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have made close-up photos with Nikon 60mm f/2.8 and Pentax 100 f/2.8. In comparison, the Nikon 60mm has better resolution. However, I much prefer the 100mm in real life. The Pentax 100mm and other 90mm and 105mm macro lenses allow me to be much further away from the insect so that it doesn't get frightened and move away. The Pentax 100mm is small and light for a macro lens. Given the long working distance and the small lens diameter, I can actually use the built-in flash for a 1:1 macro photo, which is impossible with a 60mm or 50mm macro lens. The 100mm also makes a very decent portrait lens. However, this Pentax lens has two weaknesses. First it is not the sharpest lens I own; the Pentax 50mm f/1.4 is. Second, auto-focus is slow and unreliable, except near infinity. Manual focus is required for close-ups; but the focusing ring is slightly loose and could be more precise.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great lens for macro but for portraits as well, October 3, 2008

By	Nermin Caluk "n.caluk" (sarajevo) - See all my reviews

it takes some time to get used to shallow DOF when taking photos on high magnification with wide aperture. auto focus speed is acceptable.

you can use it for portraits and other photos, not only for macro.

check some photos taken with this one at: www.pentaxphotogallery.com (filter by Image Data > Lens...)

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!!, May 16, 2009

By	R. Wisor (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I really love this lens, The closeups are great. Iv been into photography for years and always wanted a macro lens, and I don't regret getting this one. The sharpness blows me away. I do recommend this lens.