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HD Pentax DA 40mm F2.8 Limited

Announced Aug 27, 2013 •
Prime lens | Pentax KAF | 21390
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Announced Aug 27, 2013
Discuss in the Pentax SLR Talk forum

The HD Pentax DA 40mm F2.8 AL Limited is an update to an older 'smc' design, with improved HD 'High Definition' lens coatings and a circular aperture diaphragm. It offers a slightly long 'normal' view (equivalent to 60mm on full frame) in a beautifully-constructed all-metal body. This pancake-style lens measures just over a half inch in length, and is available in either silver or black.

Product timeline
Ricoh announces 'HD' update to Pentax DA Limited primes
Aug 27, 2013
Quick specs
Lens type Prime lens
Focal length 40 mm
Image stab. No
Lens mount Pentax KAF
Max aperture F2.8
Min aperture F22
Min focus 0.40 m (15.75″)
Max magnification 0.13×
Weight 80 g (0.18 lb)
Length 15 mm (0.59″)

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