Pentax promising 15mm DA Star lens

Optic in development


23 September 2008 16:02 GMT / By Katie Scott

Pentax has launched an array of lenses at Photokina but there's more to come.

The company has revealed that it is currently developing the tentatively named smc PENTAX DA* 15mm F4 ED AL Limited.

This ultra-wide-angle DA Star Limited series lens is being designed for exclusive use with Pentax DSLRs.

The manufacturer is promising extremely compact and light construction; an aluminium body and integrated hood.

It is scheduled for arrival early next year.

Also in development is the smc Pentax-DA 1.4X Rear Converter SDM, which is the first rear converter equipped for autofocus operation Pentax DSLRs.

It will have an SDM mechanism for "extra-smooth, super-quiet autofocus" operation but will also be compatible with conventional (mechanical) autofocus systems.

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