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SMC Pentax 67 400mm f/4 ED

Pentax · 1989-2008

The SMC Pentax 67 400mm f/4 ED is a professional super telephoto with fast f/4 aperture and ED glass for superior performance. Roughly equivalent to 200mm on 35mm format. Used by wildlife and sports professionals.

Known for

  • Wildlife
  • Sports
  • Nature
  • Professional work

Considerations

  • Heavy
  • Expensive
  • Tripod required

Optical Characteristics

Sharpness (wide)
5/5
Sharpness (stopped)
5/5
Contrast
5/5
Flare Resistance
4/5
CA Control
5/5
Vignetting Control
4/5
Distortion Control
5/5

Bokeh: Extreme compression, ED quality

Rendering: Professional telephoto quality

Color: Neutral with ED correction

Common Issues

  • Check ED element for haze

Buying Guide

Premium professional lens. Check optics carefully.

Specifications

MountPentax 67
Focal Length400mm
Max Aperturef/4
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades6
Min Focus5.5m
Filter Size112mm
Weight3500g

Optical Design

FormulaTelephoto
Elements7
Groups5
CoatingSMC (Pentax)
SpecialED glass

Pricing

£1500 - £2500

Typical used price

Mint: ~£3000

Professional super telephoto

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