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SMC Pentax 67 45mm f/4 Late
Pentax · 1998-2008
The late production 45mm f/4 with improved coatings and 8-blade aperture. Better flare resistance and bokeh than early version.
Known for
- Landscapes
- Architecture
- Interiors
- Creative
Considerations
- Still has typical ultra-wide distortion
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast5/5
Flare Resistance4/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control3/5
Bokeh: Ultra-wide
Rendering: Improved over early version
Color: Neutral
Common Issues
- Very reliable
Buying Guide
Late version preferred for improved coatings.
Specifications
MountPentax 67
Focal Length45mm
Max Aperturef/4
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades8
Min Focus0.45m
Filter Size82mm
Weight890g
Optical Design
FormulaRetrofocus
Elements11
Groups9
CoatingSMC (Pentax)
SpecialImproved coating
Pricing
£550 - £900
Typical used price
Mint: ~£1100
Improved ultra-wide version
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