HD Pentax-FA 35mm f/2 Wide-Angle Prime Lens
The Pentax 35mm f/2 is a 35mm f/2 lens designed for Pentax K mount cameras. Used copies start from $163.54 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
HD Pentax-FA 35mm f/2 Wide-Angle Prime Lens
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Lens Overview — Pentax 35mm f/2
Key Features — Pentax 35mm f/2
35mm f/2 Prime: A fixed 35mm focal length with an f/2 maximum aperture provides strong light-gathering capability for a wide-angle lens.
Pentax K Mount: Native K mount compatibility ensures full electronic communication with Pentax DSLR bodies for autofocus and metering.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed to cover full-frame sensors, making it compatible with every Pentax K mount DSLR including APS-C models.
HD Lens Coating: Pentax's HD coating reduces flare and ghosting for improved contrast and clarity in high-contrast or backlit situations.
Autofocus & Manual Focus: Supports both AF and MF operation, giving shooters flexibility to switch based on subject and situation.
Lightweight at 193g: The compact 193g build makes this an easy lens to carry for travel, street, and all-day documentary shooting.
Lens Specifications — Pentax 35mm f/2
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Pentax K |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 49mm |
Description — Pentax 35mm f/2
The HD Pentax-FA 35mm f/2 is a wide-angle prime lens built around the Pentax K mount, delivering full-frame coverage in a package that weighs just 193g. The f/2 maximum aperture gives photographers a meaningful advantage in varied lighting, while the fixed 35mm focal length provides a natural, versatile field of view suited to street, travel, landscape, and documentary work. Both autofocus and manual focus are supported, offering flexibility across different shooting styles and situations.
The 49mm filter thread is a compact, cost-effective size that keeps the lens profile slim and filter accessories affordable. There is no image stabilization, so users should be mindful of shutter speed when shooting handheld. Designed for the Pentax DSLR ecosystem, this prime fits neatly into a K mount kit as a lightweight everyday wide-angle option.
Pros — Pentax 35mm f/2
- ✓Bright f/2 maximum aperture provides strong light-gathering for a wide-angle prime
- ✓Lightweight at just 193g, making it easy to carry for all-day shooting
- ✓Full-frame coverage on Pentax K mount bodies, usable across the entire Pentax DSLR lineup
Cons — Pentax 35mm f/2
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be a limitation in low-light or slow-shutter situations
- ✗Fixed 35mm focal length offers no zoom flexibility, requiring physical repositioning to reframe
- ✗49mm filter thread, while cost-effective, limits compatibility with larger filter systems
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