Ricoh officially announced the previously rumored HD PENTAX-FA Limited lenses for Pentax K-mount:
“Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation today announced three HD PENTAX-FA Limited interchangeable lenses for use with PENTAX K-mount SLR cameras. Featuring the latest HD coating and a round-shaped diaphragm for a natural bokeh effect, these new prime lenses boast improved imaging performance to deliver sharp, distinctive images in combination with a K-mount camera body, while sporting an attractive exterior design.”
Pre-orders are now open:
Lens specifications and full press release:
| HD PENTAX-FA 31mmF1.8 Limited | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 31mm |
| Equivalent to 47.5mm in 35mm format (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras) |
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| Maximum Aperture | F1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | F22 |
| Lens Construction | 9 elements in 7 groups |
| Angle of View (Diagonal) | 70° |
| 49° (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras) |
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| Mount | KAF |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 0.3m (0.98ft.) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.16x |
| Filter Diameter | 58mm |
| Diaphragm Control | Fully automatic |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 Rounded diaphragm （31mm:F1.8-F3.5） |
| Aperture Ring | equipped |
| Tripod Mount | N/A |
| Lens Hood | fixed |
| Lens Cap | O-LW65B (included) |
| Lens Case | P70-140 (included) |
| Maximum Diameter x Length | approx. 65mm x 69mm (approx. 2.6in. x 2.7in.) |
| Weight | approx. 341g (approx. 12.0oz.) |
| Temperature | -10°C～40°C (14°F～104°F) |
| Humidity | 85% or less (no condensation) |
| Included Accessories | Lens Cap O-LW65B, Lens Mount Cap K, Lens Case P70-140 |
| Others | HD Coating SP (Super Protect) Coating Colors (Black / Silver ) |
| HD PENTAX-FA 43mmF1.9 Limited | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 43mm |
| Equivalent to 66mm in 35mm format (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras) |
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| Maximum Aperture | F1.9 |
| Minimum Aperture | F22 |
| Lens Construction | 7 elements in 6 groups |
| Angle of View (Diagonal) | 53° |
| 36.5° (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras) |
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| Mount | KAF |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 0.45m (1.48 ft.) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.12x |
| Filter Diameter | 49mm |
| Diaphragm Control | Fully automatic |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 8 Rounded diaphragm （43mm:F1.9-F3.5） |
| Aperture Ring | equipped |
| Tripod Mount | N/A |
| Lens Hood | MH-RG49 (included) |
| Lens Cap | O-LW54A (included) |
| Lens Case | P60-120 (included) |
| Maximum Diameter x Length | approx. 64mm x 27mm (approx. 2.5in. x 1.1in.) |
| Weight | approx. 155g / with hood approx. 163g (approx. 5.5oz./ with hood approx. 5.7oz.) |
| Temperature | -10°C～40°C (14°F～104°F) |
| Humidity | 85% or less (no condensation) |
| Included Accessories | Lens Hood MH-RG49, Lens Cap O-LW54A, Lens Mount Cap K, Lens Case P60-120 |
| Others | HD Coating SP (Super Protect) Coating Colors (Black / Silver ) |
| HD PENTAX-FA 77mmF1.8 Limited | |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 77mm |
| Equivalent to 118mm in 35mm format (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras) |
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| Maximum Aperture | F1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | F22 |
| Lens Construction | 7 elements in 6 groups |
| Angle of View (Diagonal) | 31.5° |
| 21° (when attached to PENTAX APS-C size DSLR cameras) |
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| Mount | KAF |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 0.7m (2.3 ft.) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.14x |
| Filter Diameter | 49mm |
| Diaphragm Control | Fully automatic |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 9 Rounded diaphragm （77mm:F1.8-F4） |
| Aperture Ring | equipped |
| Tripod Mount | N/A |
| Lens Hood | built-in |
| Lens Cap | O-LW54A (included) |
| Lens Case | P60-120 (included) |
| Maximum Diameter x Length | approx. 64mm x 48mm (approx. 2.5in. x 1.9in.) |
| Weight | approx. 270g (approx. 9.5oz.) |
| Temperature | -10°C～40°C (14°F～104°F) |
| Humidity | 85% or less (no condensation) |
| Included Accessories | Lens Cap O-LW54A, Lens Mount Cap K, Lens Case P60-120 |
| Others | HD Coating SP (Super Protect) Coating Colors (Black / Silver ) |
Ricoh announces three HD PENTAX-FA Limited interchangeable lenses for K-mount SLR cameras
New prime lenses feature round-shaped diaphragm, latest HD coating for outstanding image quality
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 24, 2021 – Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation today announced three HD PENTAX-FA Limited interchangeable lenses for use with PENTAX K-mount SLR cameras. Featuring the latest HD coating and a round-shaped diaphragm for a natural bokeh effect, these new prime lenses boast improved imaging performance to deliver sharp, distinctive images in combination with a K-mount camera body, while sporting an attractive exterior design.
The new members of the HD FA Limited Lens series are:
HD PENTAX-FA 31mmF1.8 Limited: a lightweight, versatile wide-angle lens offering sharp imaging performance with natural perspective and high contrast.
HD PENTAX-FA 43mmF1.9 Limited: an ultra-compact lens with exceptional high-contrast, high-resolution optics that is ideally suited for everyday use including indoor photography, traveling and hiking. This lens features a unique design element — A mount pointer made of a Shippoyaki (cloisonné) ware. This pointer allows the user to mount the lens to a camera body as effortlessly as other Limited Lens-series models.
HD PENTAX-FA 77mmF1.8 Limited: a versatile lens specifically designed for portrait photography.
All three lenses are available black or silver and feature the distinguished qualities of the HD FA Limited Lens series including outstanding description of texture, fine reproduction of gradation in highlight areas, true reproduction of details, and natural reproduction of the bokeh effect. They deliver sharp, clear images free of flare and ghost images, even under demanding conditions like backlight. They also feature a completely round-shaped diaphragm to produce a natural, beautiful bokeh effect in the foreground and background.
The lenses have been treated with the PENTAX-original HD coating, which assures much higher light transmittance than conventional multi-layer coatings.
Lenses in the FA Limited Lens series are renowned for their high-quality details inside and out – from outstanding image rendition to durable aluminum bodies. These new lenses are specifically designed to ensure even better optical performance than the original Limited Lens series and are a prime example of PENTAX’s commitment to high-performance, high-quality products.
Pricing and Availability
The lenses will be available in April at www.us.ricoh-imaging.com as well as at Ricoh Imaging-authorized retail outlets for the following manufacturer’s suggested retail prices:
- HD PENTAX-FA 31mmF1.8 Limited Lens: $1,049.95
- HD PENTAX-FA 43mmF1.9 Limited Lens: $599.95
- HD PENTAX-FA 77mmF1.8 Limited Lens: $799.95
Main features of the HD PENTAX-FA Limited Lenses (common to all three models)
1. High-grade HD coating for exceptional image rendition
The three new lenses are treated with the PENTAX-original HD coating.* Compared with conventional multi-layer coatings, this high-grade coating assures higher light transmittance and lower reflectance to deliver sharp, clear images free of flare and ghost images, even under such adverse lighting conditions as backlight.
* HD stands for High Definition.2. Round-shaped diaphragm for beautiful bokeh effect
All lenses feature a completely round-shaped diaphragm, which produces a natural, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect in the images captured, while optimizing the imaging performance of the distinctive Limited lens-series optics contained within.3. Acclaimed Limited Lens series quality for distinctive visual rendition and premium appearance
While inheriting the design concept of the Limited Lens series, these lenses were designed through a series of mechanical and numerical evaluations, as well as human assessment of test-shooting samples, to deliver an image rendition unmatched by other models. The barrel, hood and cap are all made of high-grade aluminum, meticulously machined for an attractive appearance and beautiful texture. The HD PENTAX-FA 43mm F1.9 Limited features a mount pointer made of a Shippoyaki (cloisonné) ware. This pointer allows the user to mount the lens to a camera body as effortlessly as other Limited Lens-series models.4. Other features
See also the official/dedicated website for the new lenses.
