Product Overview

The Pentax D FA* 70-200mm f/2.8 ED Lens is built for shooters who care more about results than spec sheets. On a K-mount body it covers the classic mid-to-telephoto range, giving you clean reach for portraits, sport, wildlife and tight landscape work. The constant f/2.8 aperture keeps shutter speeds up and backgrounds smooth, while the Star-series optics, ED and Super ED glass, HD coating and Aero Bright Coating II work together to deliver crisp, high-contrast files with minimal flare, even when you’re shooting into harsh Aussie sun.

In the field, this lens is very much a workhorse. The DC autofocus motor is quick and quiet, backed up by an improved Quick-Shift system so you can jump between AF and manual without breaking stride. A focus range limiter helps the AF lock faster, and internal zoom and focus keep the balance steady on the camera or tripod. The all-weather, dust- and splash-resistant build with 13 seals means you can keep shooting through coastal spray, outback dust or a wet winter footy match. Rounded nine-blade aperture, a solid tripod collar and practical 77mm front filter thread round out a pro-grade telephoto zoom that’s ready for serious use across Australia.

Key Features

• 70–200mm telephoto zoom range on full-frame and APS-C bodies lets you cover portraits, sports and wildlife with one versatile lens.
• Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture across the zoom range delivers bright viewing, fast shutter speeds and smooth background blur in low light.
• Advanced optical design with 19 elements in 16 groups, including ED and Super ED glass, minimises chromatic aberration for crisp, edge-to-edge sharpness.
• HD Coating, Aero Bright Coating II and SP (Super Protect) coating reduce flare, ghosting and surface contamination for high-contrast images in challenging lighting.
• All Weather (AW) construction with 13 seals helps keep out dust and moisture, supporting reliable performance in rain, mist and dusty environments.
• Built-in DC autofocus motor provides fast, quiet focusing, ideal for tracking moving subjects and shooting discreetly.
• Quick-Shift Focus System and AF/MF switch allow instant manual override and flexible focus control for precise fine-tuning.
• Focus range limiter lets you restrict AF to selected distance ranges, shortening focus travel and improving responsiveness.
• Internal zoom and focus maintain lens length and balance, especially useful when shooting on a tripod or with filters.
• Detachable, rotating tripod collar enhances stability and handling for long sessions, while the 77mm filter thread supports common pro filters.