Pentax smc DA 17-70mm f/4 AL IF SDM Zoom Lens

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Pentax smc DA 17-70mm f/4 AL IF SDM Zoom Lens

The PENTAX DA series is engineered exclusively for digital cameras.

Acquire wide angle, extra zoom and the highest level of optical quality with the smc PENTAX DA 17-70mm f/4 ED AL [IF] SDM wide angle zoom lens. The exclusive lens SDM autofocus motor ideally compliments current Pentax DSLRs with fast, accurate, quiet focus. Bringing together advanced optical technologies, including aspherical elements, special optical-glass elements, original Pentax SP (Super Protect) lens coatings, along with a Quick-shift Focus System, this new interchangeable lens is superior in terms of contrast, clarity and edge-to-edge sharpness.

Sample Images

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Key Features

Extra zoom for a wide range of shooting applications from wide angle to telephoto.
Exclusive lens SDM autofocus motor ideally complements modern PENTAX DSLR bodies with SDM capabilities.*
PENTAX SP (Super Protect) coating protects the exposed lens elements.
Quick-shift Focus System allows instant switching from auto to manual focus.
Developed specifically for PENTAX digital SLRs.
Focal length equivalent to 26-107mm in 35mm format

* SDM-only focusing lens can still be used with non-SDM PENTAX DSLR bodies in manual focus mode.

What's Included:

smc PENTAX DA 17-70mm f/4 AL (IF) SDM Lens
Lens Hood PH-RBM 67mm
Lens Cap O-LC67 67mm
Rear Lens Cap B (31006)

A little about Wide Angle Lenses?

Wide angle lenses are ideal for capturing large subject areas whether it is landscapes, nature, outdoor scenes, or large groups. Any lens with a focal length much smaller than 50mm is considered a wide angle lens. Its design also allows for larger views in tight spaces. That makes it great for not cutting off important subject matter when increasing the distance between yourself and the subject is impossible.

Another benefit of wide angle lenses is that they are great for accentuating the foreground keeping it super sharp. At the same time, wide angle lenses make the background seem much further away. A prominent foreground set against a receding background often results in a very pleasing effect. Compared to a standard lens, wide angles have a better depth of field and clarity. 24mm and 28mm are the most common focal lengths.

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