SMC
Pentax-FA J Zoom 28-80
F3.5-5.6 AL
For the first time among Pentax lenses, these two zoom lenses feature no aperture ring on barrel. For that reason, they are not fully compatible with most Pentax SLR's of the past, and a few modern ones (like MZ-5, MZ-5n, MZ-3 and even the MZ-S). In fact, the missing diaphragm ring prevents both aperture priority and manual exposure with all cameras having no electronic aperture selection on body. We all hope that such a questionable policy, so common among competitors, will only be applied to budget lenses like these new J-series (Junior?). In any case, some panic is spreading among loyal Pentax customers. * * * * * * * ENGLEWOOD,
Colorado (February 18, 2003)…Timed perfectly to complement the
introduction of the smaller, lighter *ist 35mm SLR camera, PENTAX announces
two new FA-series autofocus lenses. To further minimize the overall
size of the *ist with a lens attached, PENTAX developed the two compact,
high-performance zoom lenses as ideal partners for the *ist: the smc
Pentax-FA J Zoom 28mm~80mm F3.5~F5.6 AL and the smc Pentax-FA J Zoom
75mm~300mm F4.5~F5.8 AL. As
with all PENTAX lenses, each is treated with the acclaimed PENTAX
super-multi-coating (smc) to produce sharp, high-contrast images with
minimal aberrations. Both lenses will meet the demanding requirements
of 35mm users from ultra-wide angle to super telephoto. PENTAX
will debut the lenses along with the small, light, full-featured *ist 35mm
SLR camera at the upcoming Photo Marketing Association’s (PMA) Show* from
March 2-5 in Las Vegas. PMA hosts the annual trade show where
manufacturers in the photography industry showcase their newest products. *PMA
Booth C140 SMC
PENTAX ZOOM LENS FACT SHEET SMC
Pentax-FA J Zoom
28-80 F3.5-5.6 AL
Design Specifications Lens
Construction: 8 elements in 8 groups (one aspherical lens) SMC
Pentax-FA J Zoom 75-300 F4.5-5.8 AL Design
Specifications Lens
Construction: 12 elements in 10 groups (one aspherical
lens)
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