Fast f/1.8 aperture for outstanding depth of field control
Rounded diaphragm blades create a more circular aperture for smooth, beautiful bokeh at large aperture settings
No shift focus system for instant switching from auto to manual focus
SP (Super Protect) coating which repels dust, water, grease and other substances that may adhere to the lens surface
Focal length equivalent to 76.5 millimeter (in 35 millimeter format)
Product Specifications
Product Dimensions: 1.54 x 2.48 x 2.48 inches
Item Weight: 4.3 ounces
ASIN: B00861DI4U
Item model number: 22177
Customer Reviews: 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,314Reviews
Best Sellers Rank: #184 in SLR Camera Lenses
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: May 25, 2012
Department: unisex-adult
Manufacturer: Pentax
Country of Origin: Vietnam
Product Information
From the manufacturer
Nifty Fifty.
With a large aperture F1.8 its round iris diaphragm produces natural, beautiful bokeh it's the perfect lens to have in your bag.
A medium telephoto lens that's ideal for portraits.
Animals
Try the DA 50mm F1.8 for photographing animals from unique angles. Taking the shot at eye level will enable you to capture all the different expressions of your pets.
Portraits
The DA 50mm F1.8 is the perfect lens for capturing the natural expression of the subject and perfect for shooting at arms length.
Flowers
With the DA 50mm F1.8, you can create expressive bokeh blurring that makes the subject stand out while also depicting the surroundings.
Landscapes
If you want to shoot landscapes from a fresh perspective, then use the DA 35mm F2.4A to change the angle of the shot to radically improve your results
Matching the animal’s eyelevel with your own will enable you to capture a richer range of expression.
Built for quality.
PENTAX lenses undergo a strict quality control process from the design all the way to the manufacturing stage. We pride ourselves in maintaining the highest standard of quality in our products.
Superior performance, excellent value
In-body SR mechanism
Because shake reduction is applied in the camera body, this means that any lens compatible with the K-Series cameras will benefit from image stabilization.
Super multi-coating
A remarkable seven-layer lens coating process that cuts the reflection ratio down to just 0.2% per lens surface.
Advanced Lens Technology
After focusing using the autofocus, the focus ring can be turned to allow immediate focus adjustment using the manual focus. The round diaphragm allows for beautiful bokeh in your images.
Super Protect Coating
PENTAX-original SP coating uses fluorine treatment on the front surface of the lens. This prevents adhesion of dust, water drops, grease and other substances.
The PENTAX K-Mount has been used in PENTAX SLR's since 1975. This means that you can use any K-Mount lens with our current range of DSLR's. The functionality will vary as technology has moved on since then but provides the perfect opportunity to try out your old lenses.
This medium telephoto lens uses a bright open F value and round iris diaphragm for enabling an attractive out-of-focus (bokeh) effect With this lens you can easily enjoy shooting of portraits snapshots and other situations.