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Ricoh Introduces Two New Pentax Lenses Share This on LinkedIn   Share This on Google   Tweet This   Forward This

4 February 2015

Ricoh has introduced two new Pentax K-mount zoom lenses, a 70-200mm f2.8 for $2,299.95 and a 150-450mm f4.5-5.5 for $2,499.95. Both lenses, which feature a High Definition coating to minimize flare and ghosting, will be available in March, the company said.

Ricoh also revealed it was developing a K-mount dSLR camera with a 35mm full-frame image sensor, compatible with DA-series interchangeable lenses using an image cropping function. The unnamed but long-rumored model is currently under development, the company said, for market launch by the end of 2015. It will be exhibited at CP+ in Japan from Feb. 12-15.

PENTAX 70-200 ZOOM

The 70-200mm f2.8 zoom features a new optical design in the Pentax Star series. In addition to the HD coating, the lens features Aero Bright Coating II, Extra-low Dispersion glass, 13 special seals to protect against the elements and includes a focus range limiter.

PENTAX 70-200mm SPECIFICATIONS
Lens Mount Pentax K
Focal Length 70-200mm (equiv. 105-300mm)
Aperture f2.8
Min. Aperture f22
Len Construction 19 elements in 16 groups
Angle of View 34.5 to 12.5 degrees
Minimum Focusing Distance 3.9 feet
Max. Magnification 0.13x
Filter Diameter 77mm
Diaphragm Control Fully automatic
Number of Aperture Blades 9
Aperture Blades Rounded (70mm f2.8, 200mm f5.6)
Dimensions 3.6-inch diameter x 8.0-inch length
Weight 64.8 oz. with hood

PENTAX 150-450 ZOOM

The 150-450mm f4.5-5.6 zoom, Pentax's longest, incorporates three Extra-low Dispersion glass elements and a super-low dispersion glass element plus 10 special seals to protect against the elements. It also features four AF Buttons, Focus Preset modes and Focus Range Limiter, as well as a lock button to hold zoom setting when transporting.

PENTAX 70-200mm SPECIFICATIONS
Lens Mount Pentax K
Focal Length 140-450mm (equiv. 225-675mm)
Aperture f4.5-5.6
Min. Aperture f22-27
Len Construction 18 elements in 14 groups
Angle of View 16.5 to 5.5 degrees
Minimum Focusing Distance 6.6 feet
Max. Magnification 0.22x
Filter Diameter 86mm
Diaphragm Control Fully automatic
Number of Aperture Blades 9
Aperture Blades Rounded (105mm f4.5-8, 450mm f5.6-8)
Dimensions 2.8-inch diameter x 9.5-inch length
Weight 81.7 oz. with hood

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

Available in March, the lenses can be pre-ordered now from our affiliate links:

  • Pentax 70-200mm for $2,299.95 at Adorama
  • Pentax 14-450mm for $2,499.95 at Adorama

For more information see the news release below.

Ricoh Imaging Broadens Lens Line-up-Providing Photographers with Two New Options

With the Introduction of the HD Pentax D FA 70-200mm f2.8 and the HD Pentax D FA 150-450mm f4.5-5.6, photographers have exceptional lens options to use with current and future imaging sensor technology

DENVER, Colo. -- Ricoh Imaging Americas Corp. is pleased to announce the launch of two new HD Pentax D FA Lenses. Designed for use with current Pentax K-mount dSLR cameras and future Pentax sensor technology, these lenses offer ranges not found in previous Pentax lens models, including a Star-series telephoto zoom and super-telephoto zoom ideal for capturing clear images of distant subjects and weather resistant for shooting in all conditions.

The HD Pentax D FA lenses feature a high-grade HD Coating which helps to produce extra-sharp, high-contrast images, minimizing flare and ghosting, even under demanding lighting conditions such as in backlight situations.

The HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f2.8ED DC AW has a brand new optical design in the Pentax Star series, which boasts the highest image quality of all Pentax interchangeable lenses. In addition to the HD coating, this lens features Aero Bright Coating II, assuring exceptionally low reflectance. Thanks to its large- constant aperture design, the lens provides an accelerated maximum aperture of f2.8 at all focal lengths from 70mm to 200mm. In addition to four super-low dispersion glass elements and two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements, its optics includes a pair of new Super ED glass elements to effectively compensate chromatic aberration over the entire zoom range and deliver crisp, high-resolution images with edge-to-edge sharpness. Its dustproof, weather-resistant body also makes it extremely dependable and durable in demanding outdoor conditions. This new lens boasts fast yet quiet internal focusing, zoom versatility and an AF limiter switch which improves autofocus response time.

The HD Pentax-D FA 150-450mm f4.5-5.6ED DC AW covers focal lengths from 150mm to 450mm -- a focal-length range demanded by higher end Pentax-camera users. Also incorporated are three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements and a super-low dispersion glass element to effectively compensate chromatic aberration. The highly desirable weather-resistance body protects the inside of the body from both dust and moisture, making it an extremely dependable and durable dSLR accessory in demanding outdoor conditions.

"Ricoh Imaging continues to provide quality and performance in lens construction," said Jim Malcolm, President, Ricoh Imaging Americas Corp. "With the addition of two new zoom lenses, we demonstrate our commitment to helping photographers reach their full potential."

Pricing and Availability

Both the HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f2.8ED DC AW and HD Pentax-D FA 150-450mm f4.5-5.6ED DC AW will be available in March at both http://www.ricohimaging.com and retail outlets nationwide with the following suggested retail prices:

  • HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm f2.8ED DC AW: $2,299.95
  • HD Pentax-D FA 150-450mm f4.5-5.6ED DC AW: $2,499.95


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