smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF]
- 14mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- 420 g
- Min focus 0.17 m
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Quick answer
The Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] is a ultra-wide prime lens covering 14mm at f/2.8 for the Pentax K mount. Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
About this lens
A 14mm f/2.8 wide-angle prime lens, the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] is designed for Pentax K mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] specifications
- Brand
- Pentax
- Mount
- Pentax K
- Focal length
- 14mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Released
- 2004
- Optical construction
- 12 elements in 11 groups
- Aperture blades
- 6
- Autofocus motor
- screw-drive
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.17 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.19x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 420 g
- Length
- 69 mm
- Diameter
- 84 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF]?
At 14mm this is a ultra-wide prime, which typically suits:
- Landscapes and big skies
- Architecture and interiors
- Astrophotography and night skies
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 21mm | 81.2° | 91.7° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] use?
It uses the Pentax K mount, so it fits Pentax K cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF]?
It is a fixed 14mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8. That makes it a ultra-wide lens.
Is the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 14mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/2.8.
What is the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 21mm on full frame, with a 81.2° horizontal and 91.7° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] fit?
Any Pentax K-mount camera, including Pentax K-1, Pentax K-3, Pentax K-3 II, Pentax K-3 Mark III, and Pentax K-30 and 15 more.
Alternatives for Pentax K from other brands
All Pentax K lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
