Ricoh has announced the HD Pentax-DA 16-85mm F3.5-5.6 ED DC WR
standard zoom. Covering an equivalent range of 24.5mm to 130mm, this
lens uses Pentax's HD coating to cut down on flare and ghosting and
offers a weather-resistant construction. Its 16 optical elements in 12
groups include one ED element and three aspherical elements. The lens
will be available in November for $749.95/£599.99.
Press release:
Ricoh Imaging Expands PENTAX K-mount Lens Line-up with a Versatile DA 16-85mm
The HD PENTAX-DA 16-85mmF3.5-5.6ED DC WR offers 5.3x zoom from ultra-wide-angle to middle telephoto
Denver, Colorado October 29th, 2014 RICOH IMAGING
AMERICAS CORPORATION is pleased to announce the launch of the HD
PENTAX-DA 16-85mmF3.5-5.6ED DC WR. Designed for use with PENTAX K-mount
digital SLR cameras, this interchangeable zoom lens is the newest
addition to the K-mount series and will provide photographers with a
new, high-quality solution across a wide variety of shooting conditions.
Developed in response to requests from photographers, this new
versatile lens provides a high zoom ratio of approximately 5.3 times to
cover focal lengths from 16mm ultra-wide-angle to 85mm mid-telephoto for
lengths equivalent to 24.5mm to 130mm in the 35mm format. This makes it
an ideal lens suitable for anything from wide-angle landscapes to
portrait photography.
“With the introduction of the new PENTAX DA 16-85mm lens, we are
bringing to market a very versatile lens”, said Jim Malcolm, President
of Ricoh Imaging North America.” The16-85mm enhances our already
extensive line of proven zoom and prime optics.”
This new lens features the PENTAX-exclusive HD coating which delivers
sharp, clear images reducing the occurrence of flare and ghosting, even
under challenging lighting conditions such as backlight. Its
weather-resistant construction with 11 seals makes it remarkably
dependable, preventing water from getting into the lens interior. This
durable design allows photographers to remain confident in its abilities
under demanding outdoor conditions including rain and snow. The lens
consists of 16 optical elements in 12 groups and features an ED
(Extra-low Dispersion) optical element to effectively compensate for
chromatic aberrations, and aspherical optical elements to minimize color
bleeding.
With smooth, quiet autofocus operation driven by a built-in DC motor, you’re sure to enjoy serene shooting.
Pricing and Availability
The HD PENTAX-DA 16-85mmF3.5-5.6ED DC WR lens will be available at
retailers nationwide and at www.ricohimaging.com in November 2014 for a
suggested retail price of $749.95.
| Principal specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens |
| Max Format size | APS-C / DX |
| Focal length | 16–85 mm |
| Image stabilisation | No |
| Lens mount | Pentax KAF3 |
| Aperture | |
| Maximum aperture | F3.5 - F5.6 |
| Minimum aperture | F22.0 - F38.0 |
| Aperture ring | No |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 |
| Aperture notes | Rounded aperture |
| Optics | |
| Elements | 16 |
| Groups | 12 |
| Special elements / coatings | HD, Super Protect coatings |
| Focus | |
| Minimum focus | 0.35 m (13.78″) |
| Maximum magnification | 0.26× |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Full time manual | Unknown |
| Focus method | Extending front |
| Distance scale | No |
| DoF scale | No |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 488 g (1.08 lb) |
| Diameter | 78 mm (3.07″) |
| Length | 94 mm (3.7″) |
| Sealing | Yes |
| Colour | Black |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) |
| Power zoom | No |
| Zoom lock | No |
| Filter thread | 72 mm |
| Hood supplied | Yes |
| Hood product code | PR-RBA72 |
| Tripod collar | No |
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