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 | |
|---|---|
| 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 |