Ricoh has announced a new zoom lens for Pentax DSLR cameras. This lens is HD PENTAX DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR Lens. Its 16 optical elements in 12 groups include one ED element and three aspherical elements. The lens will be available in November for $749.95.
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Specs:
Principal specifications | |
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Lens type | Zoom lens |
Max Format size | APS-C / DX |
Focal length | 16–85 mm |
Image stabilisation | No |
Lens mount | Pentax KAF3 |
Aperture | |
Maximum aperture | F3.5 – F5.6 |
Minimum aperture | F22.0 – F38.0 |
Aperture ring | No |
Number of diaphragm blades | 7 |
Aperture notes | Rounded aperture |
Optics | |
Elements | 16 |
Groups | 12 |
Special elements / coatings | HD, Super Protect coatings |
Focus | |
Minimum focus | 0.35 m (13.78″) |
Maximum magnification | 0.26× |
Autofocus | Yes |
Full time manual | Unknown |
Focus method | Extending front |
Distance scale | No |
DoF scale | No |
Physical | |
Weight | 488 g (1.08 lb) |
Diameter | 78 mm (3.07″) |
Length | 94 mm (3.7″) |
Sealing | Yes |
Colour | Black |
Zoom method | Rotary (extending) |
Power zoom | No |
Zoom lock | No |
Filter thread | 72 mm |
Hood supplied | Yes |
Hood product code | PR-RBA72 |
Tripod collar | No |