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Pentax SMC DA 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM Brand: PentaxPentax

The Pentax SMC DA 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM is a high-performance telephoto prime lens designed for Pentax APS-C format DSLR cameras, though it is also full-frame compatible. With a bright f/2.8 aperture, it excels in sports, wildlife, and portrait photography, offering sharp image quality and fast autofocus.

 

Key Features:

  • Optical Construction: 9 elements in 8 groups, including extra-low dispersion (ED) glass to minimize chromatic aberrations.
  • Autofocus System: Features Supersonic Drive Motor (SDM) for smooth and silent autofocus, with Quick-Shift Focus for manual fine-tuning.
  • Weather Resistance: AW (All-Weather) sealing protects against dust and moisture, ensuring durability in challenging environments.
  • Internal Focusing (IF): The lens maintains its length while focusing, improving handling and balance.
  • Super Multi-Coating (SMC) & Super Protect (SP) Coating: Reduces flare and ghosting while repelling water, dust, and grease.
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm: Produces smooth and natural bokeh for artistic depth-of-field effects.
  • Filter Compatibility: Accepts 77mm filters, with a deep lens hood for glare reduction.

This lens is a premium telephoto prime, offering exceptional sharpness, fast aperture, and professional-grade weather sealing, making it a great choice for action, wildlife, and portrait photographers

 

 

Specifications for the Pentax SMC DA 200mm f/2.8 ED [IF] SDM:

Specification Details
Focal Length 200mm
Maximum Aperture f/2.8
Minimum Aperture f/22
Lens Mount Pentax KAF2
Format Compatibility APS-C / Full-Frame
Optical Construction 9 elements in 8 groups
Special Elements Extra-low dispersion (ED)
Autofocus System Supersonic Drive Motor (SDM) or Screw-Drive
Focus Type Autofocus with manual override
Internal Focusing (IF) Yes
Minimum Focus Distance 1.2m / 46.8 in
Maximum Magnification 0.20x
Diaphragm Blades 9, rounded
Image Stabilization None (relies on camera body stabilization)
Filter Thread 77mm
Weather Resistance Yes (AW - All-Weather sealing)
Coating Super Multi-Coating (SMC), Super Protect (SP)
Field of View 8.1° (Diagonal on APS-C)
Dimensions Approx. 83mm (Diameter) x 134mm (Length)
Weight Approx. 825g / 29.1oz