Name: Pentax HD DFA* 50mm f1.4 SDM AW
Brand: Pentax
SKU: UDP-06-4100-4 6401566
Price: 497.08 USD
Availability: InStock

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The Pentax HD DFA* 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW Lens is a high-performance prime lens designed for Pentax K-mount cameras. Featuring a fast f/1.4 aperture, it excels in low-light conditions and provides exceptional depth of field control. The lens is weather-sealed for reliable use in challenging environments and incorporates advanced optical elements for outstanding image quality.

Allows for excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field for creative effects.

Fast f/1.4 Aperture

Ensures durability and reliability in adverse weather conditions.

Weather-Sealed Design

Includes aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements to minimize aberrations and enhance image clarity.

Advanced Optical Elements

Provides fast, quiet, and accurate focusing performance.

SDM Autofocus System

Designed for full-frame Pentax K-mount cameras, also compatible with APS-C models.

Pentax K-Mount Compatibility

The Pentax HD DFA* 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW is a **prime** lens designed for **Pentax K-mount** DSLR cameras with **full-frame** coverage. Built around a **50mm** focal length in the standard range, it features a fast **f/1.4** maximum aperture that opens up significant creative control over depth of field and low-light performance. The lens offers both **autofocus and manual focus** operation, making it adaptable to a variety of shooting scenarios. Weighing **910 grams**, this is a solid, substantial optic that fits the premium star-series designation. A **72mm** filter thread is present for those wishing to add filters to their workflow. Note that image stabilization is **not present** in the lens itself, so stabilization would need to come from the camera body if required. For Pentax K-mount shooters seeking a dedicated, fast standard prime for full-frame DSLR shooting, the HD DFA* 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW is a purpose-built option within the Pentax ecosystem.

A fast standard focal length that covers full-frame sensors, delivering a natural perspective well-suited to portraiture, street, and everyday photography.

50mm f/1.4 Full-Frame Prime

Pentax's HD multi-layer coating reduces flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color rendering in backlit or high-contrast scenes.

HD Coating Technology

The DFA* designation indicates Pentax's highest optical standard, featuring premium glass elements designed for sharpness and rendering quality across the frame.

Star-Series Optical Build

Supersonic Drive Motor provides quiet, responsive autofocus suited to both still photography and discreet shooting environments.

SDM Autofocus Motor

AW (All-Weather) sealing protects against dust and moisture, making the lens reliable for outdoor use in variable conditions when paired with a weather-sealed Pentax body.

All-Weather Construction

Dedicated Pentax K-mount design ensures full electronic communication with Pentax DSLR bodies, including autofocus, metering, and IBIS integration on compatible cameras.

Seamless switching between autofocus and manual focus gives shooters control over focus method without changing settings in-camera.

Auto and Manual Focus

Standard 72mm front thread accommodates widely available filters including UV, polarizer, and ND options.

72mm Filter Thread

At 910 grams, the lens reflects the substantial glass and robust build expected of a flagship prime in the Pentax lineup.

910g Premium Construction

User Manual

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Notes:
Loose debris in the lens. Light internal debris. 

Condition Notes Loose debris in the lens. Light internal debris.

Pentax HD DFA* 50mm f1.4 SDM AW

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