Ricoh Imaging HD Pentax-DA 16–85mm f/3.5–5.6ED DC WR to K-Mount Lenses

Ricoh Imaging HD Pentax-DA 16–85mm f/3.5–5.6ED DC WR to K-Mount Lenses

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Denver, CO—Ricoh Imaging Americas Corp. officially launched the HD Pentax-DA 16–85mm f/3.5–5.6ED DC WR lens for Pentax K-mount digital SLR cameras.

Developed in response to requests from enthusiast photographers, the lens provides a high zoom ratio of approximately 5.3x to cover focal lengths from 16mm ultra-wide-angle to 85mm telephoto, or lengths equivalent to 24.5–130mm in the 35mm format. As a result, the lens is suitable for anything from wide-angle landscape shots to portrait photography.

“With the introduction of the new Pentax DA 16–85mm lens, we are bringing to market a very versatile lens,” said Jim Malcolm, president, Ricoh Imaging North America. “The 16–85mm allows photographers the capability of shooting both wide-angle and telephoto-quality images. Whether capturing an amazing sunset over the mountains or a group shot of the family at Thanksgiving, the 16–85 is designed to give you versatility in a single lens.”

Lens features include the Pentax-exclusive HD coating, which is designed to deliver sharp, clear images by reducing the occurrence of flare and ghosting, even under challenging lighting conditions such as backlight. Its weather-resistant construction with 11 seals prevents water from getting into the lens interior. Its construction consists of 16 optical elements in 12 groups and has an ED (extra-low dispersion) optical element to compensate for chromatic aberrations, and aspherical optical elements to minimize color bleeding. In addition, a built-in DC motor ensures smooth, quiet autofocus operation.

The HD Pentax-DA 16–85mm f/3.5–5.6ED DC WR lens has an SRP of $749.95. ricohimaging.com

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