Lens · prime
SMC Pentax 28mm f/2 (Hollywood)
Pentax · 1976-1981
Rare35mm
Large and heavy for a 28mm at 423 g. SMC Pentax 28mm f/2 (Hollywood): 9 elements in 8 groups, 6 aperture blades, 0.3m minimum focus, 52mm filter thread, 423g.
- Focal length
- 28mm
- Max aperture
- f/2
- Mount
- Pentax K
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 9 / 8
Known for
- Cinematic work
- Available light wide
- Character rendering
- Documentary
Considerations
- Heavy for a 28mm
- Some moustache distortion
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast5, level 5 of 5
Flare resistance5, level 5 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control4, level 4 of 5
Distortion control3, level 3 of 5
Bokeh: Superb for wide-angle
Rendering: Legendary Zeiss-like rendering
Colour: Rich, cinematic
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Focus ring stiffness
- Oil on blades
Buying guide
Check aperture operation and focus smoothness.
Specifications
| Mount | Pentax K |
| Focal Length | 28mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 6 |
| Min Focus | 0.3m |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Weight | 423g |
Optical design
| Formula | Distagon |
| Elements | 9 |
| Groups | 8 |
| Coating | SMC (Pentax) |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £300 - £550
- Mint
- ~£700
Indicative, no dated source.