Pentax Lens Review – Pentax DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM

The Pentax DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM is a prime lens for Pentax digital SLR cameras. With a crop factor of 1.5x on Pentax ’s current DSLRs, the lens has a 35mm equivalent range of 82.5mm. The Pentax DA* 55mm f/1.4 i s offered only in the Pentax KAF3 lens moun t, a modernization of the Pentax K mount. It means that the 55mm ƒ/1.4 is only capable of working in auto focus mode with SDM-capable cameras ( K10D , K100D Super , K20D , K200D , and K2000 ). Older Pentax digital cameras can

14-24mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Lens – New!

14-24mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Lens – New!

The AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lens is highly versatile and can be ideal for a range of different photographic applications. Photojournalists can tell the entire story with a single shot, interior photography can be done without fisheye distortion, or a breathtaking landscape can be captured in one frame. The new AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lens is one of the fastest 14mm ultra-wide angle zoom lenses available today. Fast, ultra wide-angle AF-S zoom lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX format image sensors Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, rendering outstanding image integrity Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses control chromatic aberrations, while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat further reduces ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet autofocusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range Focus as close as 10.8 inches at the 24mm setting Rugged construction and professional-grade dust and moisture resistance M/A Focus Mode switch enables quick response to changing situations between Auto and Manual focus operation

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300 mm AF-S VR f/2.8G IF-ED Nikkor Lens

300 mm AF-S VR f/2.8G IF-ED Nikkor Lens

AF-S VR Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED, a new high speed super-telephoto professional lens for Nikon digital SLR and 35mm SLR cameras; now with Vibration Reduction (VR) technology, focus preset functions, Meniscus front element; and is the first Nikkor lens to feature Nikon’s Nano-Crystal AR (anti-reflective) coat, all to enhance your ability to deliver great professional quality sports and action photography. High speed super-telephoto lens for Nikon digital SLR and 35mm SLR cameras with fast handling, fast operation and outstanding optical performance. Vibration Reduction (VR) technology compensates for typical camera shake and extends your ability to shoot at shutter speeds that are up to three-stops slower than would be possible with a lens without VR technology. Nikon VR technology automatically detects panning action, and with Active Mode selected you can enhance your ability to shoot from unsteady platforms such as moving cars or aircraft. VR On/Off mode allows conservation of battery power. Three Extra Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements effectively diminish secondary chromatic aberrations while retaining ruggedness and durability associated with glass elements. Nikon?s New Super Integrated Coating, complimented by Nikon Nano-Crystal AR coat, further minimizes ghost and flare to provide even higher contrast, and more vivid images, even in challenging light conditions. Nikon’s exclusive Silent Wave Motor enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation. Internal Focusing (IF) design provides smoother, lighter and faster focusing and helps improve the lens? overall balance and handling characteristics. Meniscus protective glass element protects the lens? front optical surface and also helps to eliminate potential internal reflection off a digital SLR?s sensor. Focus Mode switch enables quick-switching between M/A (Manual-Priority Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus). Focus Preset function instantly recalls a preset focal point. Focus Limiter switch limits AF-servo movement to a selected shooting distance range. Compatible with Nikon TC-17EII (1.7x), TC-14EII (1.4x), and TC-20EII (2.0x) teleconverters, extending flexibility.

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24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Lens – New!

24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Lens – New!

The AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED is a highly practical and multi-talented lens that allows photographers to photograph anything from tight portraits to expansive landscapes with just one high-performance fast aperture lens. Designed for use with either of Nikon?s FX and DX format digital SLR cameras. Fast, wide-angle to medium telephoto AF-S zoom lens optimized for edge-to-edge sharpness on both the Nikon FX (23.9 x 36mm) and DX-format image sensors Enhanced optical formulas, engineered to produce exceptional sharpness, contrast and color, rendering outstanding image integrity Two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and PGM aspherical lenses control chromatic aberrations while enhancing sharpness and contrast, even at the widest aperture settings Exclusive Nano Crystal Coat further reduces ghosting and flare for even greater image clarity Nikon’s Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables ultra high-speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and powerful, super-quiet operation Internal Focus (IF) provides fast and quiet auto focusing without changing the length of the lens, retaining subject-working distance through the focus range Focus as close as 14.9 inches Rugged construction and professional-grade dust and moisture resistance M/A Focus Mode switch enables quick response to changing situations between Auto and Manual focus operation

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55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction

55-200 mm F/4 5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor Lens w/ Vibration Reduction

Vibration Reduction: Nikon’s VR (Vibration Reduction reduces the effects of camera shake, allowing hand-held shooting at up to 3 shutter speeds slower than would otherwise be possible, for dramatically sharper images.Ed Glass Element: An ED ( Extra-low Dispersion) Glass element minimized chromatic aberration, contributing to superior optical performance.Silent Wave Motor for Fast Quite AF: New compact rod-type Silent wave Motor ( SWM enables ultra-high speed autofocusing with exceptional accuracy and super-quiet operation.Focus Mode Switch: Enables quick-switching between A (Autofocus) and M (Manual Focus)9-Blace Rounded Diaphragm: Provides more natural out-of-focus highlightsIncludes Lens Hood, Soft Lens Case, Front and Rear Caps; Supplied with HB-34 Lens hood; CL-0815 soft Lens Case; LC-52 snap-on Front lens Cap; Lf-1 Rear Lens Cap.

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