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Website: | www.bath-and-west-pentax-group.co.uk |
Address: | United Kingdom |
Address: | Pentax House, Heron Drive, Langley, SL3 8PN, England |
Website: | www.ricoh-imaging.co.uk |
Address: | Pentax House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, SL3 8PN, United Kingdom |
Website: | www.pentaxuser.co.uk |
Address: | The Turbine, Shireaoks, Notts, S81 8AP, England |
Website: | www.pentaxuser.co.uk |
Address: | The Turbine, Coach Close, Shireoaks, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 8AP, England |
Website: | www.harrowtechnical.co.uk |
Address: | Pentax House, South Hill Avenue, South Harrow, Middlesex, HA2 0DU, United Kingdom |
Website: | www.asahiphoto.co.uk |
Address: | 5 Albany Parade, Brentford, Middlesex, TW80JW, United Kingdom |
Website: | www.parkcameras.com |
Address: | 53-54 Rathbone Place, LONDON, W1T 1JR, United Kingdom |
Website: | www.cam-rep.co.uk |
Address: | 12 Burbidge Road, Shepperton, TW17 0ED, United Kingdom |
Website: | batterygrip.jimdo.com |
Address: | 209 shihua road west, Guangdiong, 519020, China |
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Pentax SMC Pentax-FA Macro 50mm f/2.8
Macro lens with standard lens focal length and stepless range through to 1:1 lifesize. Features a helicoid focus mechanism. Like all Pentax lenses, it is treated with the smc multi-layer coating for maximum light transmission, sharp definition, and
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Pentax SMC Pentax-FA Soft 85mm f/2.8
A telephoto lens designed for portrait photography offering a variable soft focus effect between f/2.8 and f/4.5. The effect is noticeable through the viewfinder
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Pentax SMC Pentax 28mm f/3.5 Shift
Manufacturer's description "Shift lens for perspective control with built in lens hood and rotating filter holder with skylight, UV, and yellow filters. The lens tube rotates through 360 degrees and image axis is adjustable by 11mm.
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Pentax Pentax SMC-M Reflex 2000mm f/13.5
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Pentax SMC Pentax FA 77mm f/1.8
Manufacturer's Description: "The FA 77 is specifically designed for portrait photography and accurately reproduces the tones, colors and texture of the subject's skin, clothes and accessories as well as assuring an excellent rendering of highlight and out of focus areas. It also features PENTAX's exclusive FREE (Fixed Rear Element Extension) focusing system to ensure sharp, crisp image reproduction over the entire focusing range."
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Pentax Pentax-D FA Macro 100mm f/2.8 WR
Manufacturer's Description: "The new lens combines a high-quality exterior finish with Pentax-original weather-resistant construction for demanding outdoor photography."
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Pentax smc PENTAX-FA 35mm f/2 AL
"The smc PENTAX-FA 35mm F2 AL wide-angle lens weighs a mere 214g. Despite its compact size, it incorporates a high-quality aspherical lens element to effectively compensate for spherical aberrations and is treated with PENTAX's acclaimed smc coating to maximize light transmission and produce sharp, high-contrast images."
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Pentax HD PENTAX-DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited
Manufacturer's Description: "Ultra-thin 40mm lens for PENTAX digital SLRs Designed for exclusive use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras, this unique pancake style standard lens measures a mere .59 inches in length and weighs just 3.17 ounces. Combined with the popular PENTAX *ist DS digital SLR, the PENTAX DA 40mm F2.8 Limited lens will offer the smallest and lightest digital SLR combination available from any manufacturer."
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Pentax HD PENTAX-DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited
Manufacturer's Description: "An Interchangeable Wide-Angle Lens for PENTAX Digital SLR Cameras, Featuring Ultra-Thin Pancake Design and Versatile Angle of View"
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Pentax HD PENTAX-DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited
Manufacturer's Description: "With its medium-telephoto perspective, this new lens is ideal for many different situations, including portraiture and landscape photography. Its high-performance optics not only assures outstanding image quality, but also allows distinctive visual expression. The materials used for this lens have been carefully selected for optimum holding comfort and utmost operability. Thanks to Pentax's advanced manufacturing technology, this new lens is designed to be extremely thin and lightweight, assuring go-anywhere portability for casual, day-to-day snapshot photography."
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Pentax HD PENTAX-DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited
Manufacturer's Description: "The compact DA 35mm Macro Limited lens provides one-to-one magnification in a normal focal length. High-grade aluminum construction of lens barrel, hood and cap provides utmost durability. With its incorporated Quick-shift Focus System, switching from auto focus to manual is instantaneous. Developed specifically for PENTAX digital SLRs, the DA 35mm Macro Limited has PENTAX SP coating which protects the exposed lens elements, and a focal length equivalent to 52.5mm in the 35mm format."
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Pentax HD PENTAX-DA 15mm f/4 ED AL Limited
Manufacturer's Description: "Compact and lightweight, this wide-angle lens is perfect for prime shooters who like to travel light but still demand the highest-quality images. Like all PENTAX Limited lenses, it features the unsurpassed durability of high-grade aluminum construction. This lens is ideal for wide-angle applications, including group shots, tight interiors, and sweeping landscapes."
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Pentax HD Pentax-DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED WR
Pentax HD Pentax-DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED WR
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Pentax HD Pentax-DA 20-40mm f/2.8-4 ED Limited DC WR
Pentax HD Pentax-DA 20-40mm f/2.8-4 ED Limited DC WR
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Pentax HD PENTAX DA AF 1.4X AW rear converter
HD PENTAX DA AF 1.4X AW rear converter
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Pentax HD PENTAX-DA645 28-45mm F4.5ED AW SR
HD PENTAX-DA645 28-45mm F4.5ED AW SR
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Pentax HD PENTAX-DA 16-85mm F/3.5-5.6ED DC WR
The HD PENTAX-DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6ED DC WR is an interchangeable zoom lens for use with Pentax K-mount digital SLR cameras, providing wide zoom coverage from ultra-wide-angle to telephoto. This weather-resistant interchangeable zoom lens provides a zoom ratio of approximately 5.3x to cover focal lengths from 16mm ultra-wide-angle to 85mm telephoto (for focal lengths equivalent to 24.5mm to 130mm in the 35mm format). Features include a Quick-Shift Focus system, the Pentax-exclusive HD coating, an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) optical element and aspherical optical elements.
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Pentax SMC Pentax-DA L 18-50mm f/4-5.6 DC WR RE
SMC Pentax-DA L 18-50mm f/4-5.6 DC WR RE
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Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA* 70-200mm f/2.8 ED DC AW
HD PENTAX-D FA* 70-200mm f/2.8 ED DC AW
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Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW
HD PENTAX-D FA 150-450mm f/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW
Features

Top 28 Best Pentax Lenses 2020
Here's a round-up of the top 28 best Pentax K-Mount lenses we've reviewed on-site to date so you can make a more informed decision on what lens is best for you before parting with your cash.

The Pentax K20D Floral Challenge
Flower photography is something anyone can attempt, and here's why the Pentax K20D makes the experience much easier.

Pentax FF And APS-C Lenses
Here's a roundup of the lenses available in Pentax K-mount for full-frame and APS-C Pentax Digital SLRs.

Airshow challenge with the Pentax K20D
As well as an entertaining day out, an Airshow also provides a great but photographically challenging subject. Here's how the Pentax K20D can make the event much easier.

Pentax Offers Roundup
Check out all the offers and deals that Pentax are currently running.

The motorsport challenge with the Pentax K10D
Hot weather, clouds of petrol fumes, gravel and muck churned up and glossy cars screaming past - a great day out for anyone, and we wanted to take some pictures of all this going on.

The Pentax K100D Super Woodland Challenge
Duncan Evans takes the K100D Super for a walk in the woods.

Top Wintery Landscapes On Pentax Portal
Here's a roundup of the best wintery landscapes on Pentax Portal.

The Pentax K100D Super People Challenge
The ePHOTOzine team see if the Pentax K100D Super is a suitable tool for perfect people pics.

Pentax Meet Britain Event
ePz member Stuart Fawcett went along to the Design Museum to take a look at the Meet Britain exhibition.

5 Reasons To Choose A Pentax Camera
Here are 5 reasons why you should seriously consider a Pentax DSLR for your next purchase.

Pentax 645Z Key Features
In this article, we'll discuss some of the key features of the 645Z medium format camera.
Forum
Pentax KP
Yes, with RAW PP everything has to be processed and adjusted, as the word RAW implies, its what the sensor sees without any interference. Still this KP camera seems to be a vast improvement Jpeg wise and I like its size, reviews say the battery life is not very good, so a spare would be a good idea. I'm looking now for a used one.
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For Sale Pentax K2
I agree, but if you are a buyer some sellers say that they are using Royal Mail and it arrives by other means. If you are a seller then buyers accept £5 carriage, but if you use a quality carrier then they look at costs of £12 or more and you will not get a sale. My mistake was not reading the small print.
Forum: Classified Ads
Do you have the same problem with all the lenses, or just the one?
Forum: Film cameras
Pentax strap size fitting
I've been using the Op-Tech ones for the last 15 years and they are great, I like the way you can easily detach your strap when using your camera on a tripod, just leaving the little 'tails' behind, also handy as you can click in a wrist strap or harness, very versatile and inexpensive compared to a lot of others out there.
Forum: Accessories
For Sale: SMC Pentax-M 28mm F2.8
Lens sold.
Forum: Classified Ads
Pentax October 'Autumn' Competition Winner You can find out who has won October's Competition here: Pentax October 'Autumn' Competition Winner 'Thank you' to everyone who entered!
Forum: Competitions
Pentax K-S2 or Pentax K-70 ?
It would help if you mentioned what lens you are currently using and your method of shooting -i.e. tripod, lights, lens, jpeg / raw, what software to process the end results etc.) I'm no expert, but some general comments, The KS2 has the same sensor as the KS1, and the K70 a bit more resolution, but depending on the sizes you are printing at this is unlikely to make a difference. Lenses, thou...
Forum: Pentax Cameras
Decided to sell it....................It is on a well known auction site for £175...Buy it from here and save £20, the postage will be Royal Mail special delivery before 1 pm to cover the tracking and value. £12
Forum: Classified Ads
Sent you a PM with a link to some sample test photos stepping through the apertures, hope it helps. Rick
Forum: Tamron Lenses
Pentax K-1
Similar to before, this was with the K1, a Sigma 100 - 300 F4 @ F5.6, ( the lens is a good 12 years old if not more ) 1600 ISO and 1/1600 sec shutter speed.
Forum: Pentax Cameras
would you buy a pentax camera
Trouble is PRC, Canon and Nikon control the retail out lets with tempting offers to the retailer and other deals sponsored by them for the prospective buyer, Its a neat marketing strategy that Pentax will struggle to compete with, I just don't think Ricoh has the muscle. Sony on the other hand are now doing rather well in this area, but then look at the size of that corporation. I hope Pentax c...
Forum: Pentax Cameras
pentax lens
For pentax lens have a look at srs . I've had excellent service off them and good prices for second hand lens {1 year guarantee in most cases} http://www.srsmicrosystems.co.uk/used-refurbished/used-lenses/used-pentax-fit-lenses.html
Forum: Lenses
Pentax K1
Hey looks like there's some new updates. Epz now automatically recognises my camera model name by the EXIF and then converts it into the more friendly name with a link to an epz page about it. Much better. Any chance the uploader will default to the last file type chosen, so that I don't have to change JPEG to RAW for every single upload for the rest of my life :P
Forum: Digital cameras
Pentax K1 price increase.
It's not just the UK affected, most of the West seem to be experiencing it. Also other models have not increased by the same percentage so it's not just exchange rate.
Forum: Pentax Cameras
Adapter Canon EF to Pentax 645
Many thanks for this. Does the larger sensor size affect the image quality?
Forum: Pentax Cameras
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News

Pentax K-3 III Available For Pre-Order
Pentax has announced the Pentax K-3 Mark III is now officially available for pre-order, and available as a limited edition premium kit, from April.

Pentax Q Interchangeable Lens System Camera
Pentax announce the new Pentax Q compact system camera with new Q-Mount interchangeable lenses, and 12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor.

Pentax Q System Lenses Announced
Pentax has announced five new lenses to go with the new Pentax Q System.

Loads Of Price Drops On Pentax Lenses Today!
Price drops have been applied to 21 Pentax lenses over on Amazon UK.

Ricoh Imaging Introduce New Pentax FA Limited Lenses
Ricoh has announced three new versions of Pentax FA Limited lenses, for full-frame K-Mount Pentax SLRs. All three lenses feature a new Pentax HD coating designed to minimise light reflections and ghosting, as well as a rounded diaphragm.

Pentax and Hoya shake hands
After a brief tussle, the management teams of Pentax and Hoya have announced how much Hoya are going to pay for the shares, how the buyout will proceed, and who will be doing what in the new company.

Pentax announce K-m Digital SLR
An easy-to-operate, entry-class digital SLR camera

Pentax 645D arrives - updated 8 June 2010
Update after the Japanese launch of the Pentax 645D Medium-Format Camera.

Pentax Launch Q10 Interchangeable Lens Camera
A super-compact, ultra-lightweight digital interchangeable-lens camera, featuring a new image sensor for enhanced performance.

HD PENTAX-DA Limited Interchangeable Lenses
The Pentax lens range for K-mount interchangeable lens digital cameras has been expanded.

Win A Pentax Experience Day
Enter Clifton Cameras' competition for the chance to win a Pentax Experience Day.

Pentax FA 15-30mm f/2.8 ED Lens Announced
Pentax has announced a new 15-30mm ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for K-mount cameras.
Pro Portfolios
Andrew Cowin was born in High Wycombe in 1954. Andrew studied at the University of Southampton from 1972 to 1977. He obtained a First Class Honours Degree in History and did a one-year Postgraduate Certificate of Education before receiving an M.A. in Medi
Rebecca Bradley interviews lifestyle and fashion photographer Richard Moran, whose clients have included Waitrose, HSBC, the BBC, Granada Television, the Canadian Opera Company and Thompson. He recently received the runner-up prize in the 2005 Observer Fo
Canadian born Photographer, Marjorie Clayton, has spent several years working with and photographing the locals in rural Bolivia. Marj enjoys getting to know her subjects and believes the friendship she shares with her models is the key to accurately port
Lisa took an interest in photography at a young age when she would use her father Pentax Spotmatic. Now at the age of 31 she has seen eight countries with her husband at her side and has developed a large very disorganized portfolio of photographs.
I have been operating my own stock photo library for 15 years covering primarily Northern England www.mikekipling.com. I am commissioned to carry out photography for various bodies and promotional organisations and several magazines. I shoot everything on
My name is Mark Lovelock.I am a semi professional photographer based in Hertfordshire. My photography started many years ago with a Pentax K1000.I have enjoyed photographing many subjects, but my passion are portraits,especially black and white. I have
Reviews







Canon EOS 50D vs Pentax K-7
When you're choosing a mid-level DSLR, should you go for the practical Canon EOS 50D or the fun Pentax K-7? With £120 price difference, is it worth the money to get all those features or is picture quality all you need?






Pentax K-5 Digital SLR Review
John Riley reviews Pentax' new flagship DSLR, the K-5, with a new sensor, better AF capabilities and improved low light performance.







Pentax 645D V Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III Comparison
Gary Wolstenholme investigates whether there really is much to separate the most affordable digital Medium Format camera yet, and Canon's flagship 35mm full frame DSLR.

Pentax *ist D Digital SLR Review
Pentax *ist D Digital SLR Review


Pentax Optio A20








Pentax K100D Super Review
Can you make a camera better by adding the word Super on the end? Duncan Evans investigates what else is new about this entry-level DSLR from Pentax.







Pentax Optio Z10
The Pentax Optio Z10 has been designed with no moving external parts. Lethargic Matt Grayson simply decides not to use his.






Pentax K200D Review
Matt Grayson takes a look at the K200D DSLR from Pentax. A camera suitable for newcomers to photography and users upgrading from compact cameras.







Pentax Optio W60
Matt Grayson sees if it's possible to test an underwater camera without going through the tedious rigmarole of getting wet.







Pentax Optio A40
Matt Grayson gets to grips with the Pentax Optio A40. A camera with a name like a stretch of road that goes from Oxford to Haverfordwest.
Techniques

3 Essential Pentax Lenses For Wildlife Photos
Here are the 3 must have Pentax lenses if you're partaking in wildlife photography.

Stereo photography with the Pentax Optio
Peter walks you through stereo photography with the new Pentax Optio RS.

Spring Shooting With Pentax Gear
Here are some top tips for spring photography shooting with your Pentax gear.

Photograph Formal Gardens With Your Pentax
Here are some top tips for formal garden photography with your Pentax.

Recording A Film With Your Pentax Camera
Beginner's guide to recording movies with your Pentax kit.

Photographing Seals With Your Pentax
Photographing seals is a popular subject at this time of year. Here are some top tips and techniques.

Floral Images With Pentax Cameras
Flower photography is something everyone can have a go at so here's a few tips on shooting florals.

Summer Portraits With Pentax Gear
Here are some top tips and ideas for shooting summer portraits with Pentax kit.

Controlling Bokeh With The Pentax Q7
Did you know that the Pentax Q7 makes capturing bokeh in your images really easy?

Twilight Shooting With Pentax Gear
Wrap up warm and head outside with your Pentax gear for a twilight shoot.

Photograph Stairs And Steps With Your Pentax
Here are some tips and ideas to photograph stairs and steps with your Pentax.

Photographing Light Trails With Your Pentax
Have a go at photographing light trails with your Pentax gear.
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