D FA 150-450mm F4.5-5.6 ED DC AW
- 150-450mm
- f/4.5
- Telephoto Zoom
- 2000 g
- Min focus 2 m
Quick answer
A full-frame telephoto zoom for Pentax K-mount with an all-weather build. It weighs about 2,000 g, takes 86mm filters and focuses as close as 2.0 m.
Pros
- All-weather build
- 150-450mm reach on full frame
- Pentax in-body stabilization works with it
- 86mm filter size
Cons
- Heavy at about 2,000 g
- Slow aperture at the long end
- Large
Verdict
A rugged, long telephoto zoom for Pentax users who shoot outdoors.
About this lens
A 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 APS-C telephoto zoom lens, the Pentax D FA 150-450mm F4.5-5.6 ED DC AW is designed for Pentax K mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.
Pentax D FA 150-450mm F4.5-5.6 ED DC AW specifications
- Brand
- Pentax
- Mount
- Pentax K
- Focal length
- 150-450mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/4.5
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
- Minimum focus distance
- 2 m
- Filter thread
- 86 mm
- Weight
- 2000 g
- Length
- 242 mm
- Diameter
- 95 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Pentax D FA 150-450mm F4.5-5.6 ED DC AW?
- Wildlife and birds
- Sports
- Weather-exposed field work
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 150–450mm | 4.6–13.7° | 5.5–16.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 225–675mm | 3.1–9.1° | 3.7–11° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Pentax D FA 150-450mm have its own stabilization?
The lens has no stabilization of its own, but Pentax bodies stabilize the sensor.
Is it weather sealed?
Yes. AW means All-Weather, and the lens is built to resist dust and moisture.
Is it suitable for full-frame Pentax bodies?
Yes. The D FA designation means it covers full-frame sensors.
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