Pentax SMC Pentax-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro vs Pentax SMC Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro WR
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Pentax SMC Pentax-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro is lighter by 75g.
- Pentax SMC Pentax-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro goes wider (50mm vs 100mm).
- Pentax SMC Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro WR reaches further (100mm vs 50mm).
- Pentax SMC Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro WR is the newer design (2009 vs 2004).
| Spec | SMC Pentax-D FA 50mm f/2.8 Macro | SMC Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro WR |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentax | Pentax |
| Mount | Pentax K | Pentax K |
| Type | Macro | Macro |
| Focal length | 50mm (wider) | 100mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Blades | 8 | 8 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 7 | 8 |
| Af motor | screw-drive | screw-drive |
| Elements | 8 | 9 |
| Weight g | 265 (lighter) | 340 |
| Filter mm | 49 | 49 |
| Length mm | 60.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 67.5 | 65.0 |
| Max magnification | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Min focus m | n/a | 0.3 |
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 Pentax-D FA 100mm F2.8 Macro WR
A compact full-frame 100mm macro for Pentax with a weather-resistant build. It reaches 1:1 at 0.3 m, weighs about 340 g and uses 49mm filters.
Pros
- True 1:1
- Light at about 340 g
- Weather resistant
- 8-bladed aperture
Cons
- Screw-drive autofocus
- No lens stabilization