Pentax 50mm f1.8 SMC DA Lens

PentaxSKU: 27075217607

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Pentax 50mm f1.8 SMC DA Lens

  • Prime standard lens
  • Ideal for portrait, still life, low light photography
  • Fast f/1.8 aperture

Thanks to its large F1.8 maximum aperture, the lens can easily produce images with a very shallow depth of field. A focal length of approximately 76.5mm in the 35mm format Effectively compensates astigmatism for sharp, clear images.

This lens has an SP coating that not only repels dust, water and grease but also makes it easy to wipe off oily stains such as fingerprints and cosmetics.

The Pentax-DA 50mm f/1.8 Lens is a fast prime, and lightweight lens designed exclusively for Pentax K-Mount digital cameras. This lens features a large maximum aperture of f/1.8 and a round diaphragm to ensure a natural, beautiful bokeh (out of focus) effect, making it ideal for portraits and snapshots.

Thanks to its large aperture. the lens allows for faster shutter speeds and offers superb handheld. Low-light performance with no blur or noise. The front of the lens is equipped with SP (Super Protect) Coating to repel dust, water and grease from the surface of the lens.

Type Telephoto
Focal length (Equivalent to 35mm format) 50mm (76.5mm)
Maximum aperture F1.8
Minimum aperture F22
Angle of View 31.5°
Lens construction 6 elements / 5 groups
No. of diaphragm blades 7
Closest focusing distance 0.45m
Maximum reproduction ratio 0.15x
Filter size 52mm
Diameter x length 63 x 38.5 mm
Weight 122g

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Understanding: Aperture

Aperture is the opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters the camera. It's measured in f-stops like f/2.8 or f/8. Lower f-stop numbers mean wider openings, letting in more light and creating a shallow depth of field (blurry background). Higher f-stop numbers mean smaller openings, letting in less light and creating a larger depth of field (more of the scene in focus). Aperture also affects the quality of out-of-focus areas in the image (bokeh).

Understanding: Lens Types

Different lenses have different purposes to achieve different styles of images, some popular ones include:
Prime Lens: Fixed focal length, sharp images, great for portraits and dark settings.
Zoom Lens: Variable focal length, versatile for different shots and everyday use..
Wide-Angle Lens: Captures wide scenes like landscapes.
Telephoto Lens: Magnifies distant subjects, ideal for sports & wildlife.
Macro Lens: Perfect for close-up photography of small subjects.
Fisheye Lens: Ultra-wide perspective, creates unique images.

Understanding: Lens Mounts

Different camera brands use different lens mounts, which are like connectors that attach lenses to camera bodies. Each mount is specific to a particular brand and camera series. For example, Canon uses the EF and RF mounts, Nikon uses the F mount, Sony uses the E mount for its mirrorless cameras. These mounts dictate which lenses are compatible with which cameras. Some brands offer adapters to use lenses from other systems, but it's essential to ensure compatibility for proper functionality and autofocus performance.

Understanding: Manual and Autofocus

Manual focus and autofocus are two ways to adjust the sharpness of a camera lens. With manual focus, you turn a ring on the lens to bring the subject into focus yourself, giving you full control over what appears sharp in the image. Autofocus, on the other hand, relies on the camera's built-in technology to automatically adjust the focus for you, usually by detecting contrast or phase differences in the scene. Autofocus can be convenient, especially for fast-moving subjects or when you need to capture a quick shot, whereas manual focus allows for precise adjustments and creative control over the final image.

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