Product Overview

The Pentax DA 50mm f/1.8 SMC Lens is a compact, no-nonsense prime built for getting clean, sharp shots without weighing you down. On a Pentax APS-C body it behaves like a short telephoto, ideal for portraits, still life and low-light work where you want tight framing and strong subject separation. The fast f/1.8 aperture gives you genuine depth‑of‑field control, letting you keep the subject tack sharp while backgrounds fall away into a smooth, natural blur.

Optically it’s a simple, proven design: 6 elements in 5 groups with Pentax’s SMC and SP coatings to keep contrast high and the front element resistant to dust, water and grease. Autofocus is driven by the body’s screw‑drive system, so it’s straightforward, reliable and easy to switch to manual focus when you need finer control. At just 122g and 63mm across, it’s small enough to live on the camera or in the bag full‑time, making it a practical everyday lens for Aussie shooters who want solid performance, tidy bokeh and honest value without the bulk or price of the higher‑end glass.

Key Features

• Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture delivers excellent low-light performance and allows creative depth-of-field control for portraits and subject isolation.
• 50mm fixed focal length on APS-C sensors provides a natural medium-telephoto perspective, ideal for portraits, street scenes and everyday shooting.
• Rounded 7-blade diaphragm produces smooth, natural bokeh, helping backgrounds melt away for more visually pleasing images.
• Compact, lightweight design (63 x 38.5 mm, 122 g) enhances portability so the lens can stay on your camera all day without adding bulk.
• PENTAX SMC and SP coatings help minimise flare and ghosting while repelling dust, water and grease, supporting clearer images and easier cleaning.
• Pentax KAF mount with screw-drive autofocus offers reliable focusing with full compatibility across Pentax DSLR bodies.
• Minimum focusing distance of 0.45 m with 0.15x magnification lets you frame tight headshots and detail shots without needing a dedicated macro lens.
• Durable plastic construction with metal contacts keeps weight down while maintaining dependable performance for regular field use.
• Designed specifically for Pentax digital SLR cameras, optimised for APS-C image quality and consistent exposure control.
• Standard 52 mm filter thread supports a wide range of filters and accessories for creative control and lens protection.