Pentax SMC Pentax-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro vs Pentax smc FA 50mm F1.4
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Pentax smc FA 50mm F1.4 is faster by 2 stops (f/1.4 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Pentax smc FA 50mm F1.4 is lighter by 45g.
| Spec | SMC Pentax-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro | smc FA 50mm F1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentax | Pentax |
| Mount | Pentax K | Pentax K |
| Type | Macro | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 (faster) |
| Released | 2004 | n/a |
| Blades | 8 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 7 | n/a |
| Af motor | screw-drive | n/a |
| Elements | 8 | n/a |
| Weight g | 265 | 220 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 49 | 49 |
| Length mm | 60.0 | 38.0 |
| Diameter mm | 67.5 | 64.0 |
| Max magnification | 1.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | n/a | 0.45 |
Pentax SMC Pentax-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro
A compact full-frame 50mm macro for Pentax, weighing about 265 g and reaching 1:1. It has a 49mm filter thread.
Pros
- True 1:1
- Light at about 265 g
- Sharp
- Compact
Cons
- Short working distance
- No lens stabilization
- Screw-drive autofocus
Pentax smc FA 50mm F1.4
A compact 50mm f/1.4 for Pentax K-mount that covers full frame. It weighs about 220 g and takes 49mm filters.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Light at about 220 g
- Full-frame coverage
- 49mm filters
Cons
- Soft wide open
- Screw-drive autofocus
- Not weather sealed