Based on the FA Limited Lens series, renowned for their meticulous attention in every detail, the silver Pentax HD FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited Silver Lenslens from Pentax HD FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited Silver Lensis a normal-length prime well-suited for everyday shooting applications. Its bright f/1.9 maximum aperture excels in low-light conditions and also affords greater control over depth of field for isolating subject matter. An eight-blade rounded diaphragm also contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality. This lens features a PENTAX high-grade HD coating for exceptional image rendition, which controls ghosting and flare to realize high contrast imagery with accurate, neutral color balance, plus protective SP coating on the front lens surface to repel dust, stains, and debris. The barrel, hood, and cap are all made of high-grade aluminum, meticulously machined for an attractive appearance and beautiful texture, and the lens barrel features a mount pointer made of Shippoyaki enamelware.

K-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/1.9 to f/22    High-Grade PENTAX HD Multi-Layer Coating    7 Elements in 6 Groups    Super Protect SP Coating    8-Blade Round Diaphragm    Lens Hood Included    Pancake Form Factor    Filter Size: 49mm

Wide-angle 43mm lens is designed for full-frame Pentax K-mount cameras, however, can also be used with APS-C models where it will provide a 66mm equivalent focal length.

Bright f/1.9 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions and also affords greater control over depth of field for working with selective focus techniques.

PENTAX High-grade HD multi-coating coating helps to greatly reduce surface reflections, flare, and ghosting for improved contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.

SP (Super Protect) coating is applied to the front lens surface to repel dust and stains.

Pancake form factor results in a sleek and extremely portable design well-suited for everyday shooting.

Rounded eight-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth, circular bokeh quality.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this lens work with my Pentax K-3?

A: Yes, it is compatible with the K-3.

Q: 2. Is this lens compatible with Pentax MX film SLR?

A: The Pentax MX is a K mount so this lens will work.

Q: 3. Is this used or new lens?

A: All items in our inventory would be new, unless clearly stated otherwise on the item's page. And for the most part, no used or refurbished items will come up in a search unless you are specifically looking in our Used Department. That being said, this Pentax 43mm f/1.9 Limited Series Autofocus Lens is a new lens.

Q: 4. What type of autofocus system is used; i.e., is the drive motor in the lens or camera body?

A: This is a screwdrive lens which depends on the camera's autofocus motor.

Q: 5. Is this a weather resistant lens?

A: No, it is not weather sealed.

Q: 6. Is this lens compatible with the Pentax 645N?

A: no

Q: 7. Is it MIJ?

A: Hi, assuming MIJ means Made In Japan - I think Pentax now produce their lens in Vietnam, that said, the FA series are superb quality.Mine (Vietnam) is flawless.The specs are supposed to be the same. It's ridiculously sharp even wide open, and i'm not talking about just the center of the image. It's very reliable as there's no internal motor and the construction is all metal. AF is also spot on, so I highly recommend it, especially for low-light shooting!

Q: 8. How would this work with Pentax P30n?

A: Yes you can use this Pentax K lens on the Pentax P30n camera.

Q: 9. Will this lens work with a Pentax 645n?

A: The Pentax HD Pentax-FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited (Silver) is not compatible with the Pentax 645n Film Camera.

Q: 10. Will this lens work with the k1 at full resolution?

A: Yes, this lens (and the other special edition Pentax AF lenses) were developed for full-frame film cameras, and so will cover a full frame digital sensor. I use mine on film cameras, and find its performance superb!