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SMC Pentax 67 55mm f/4
Pentax · 1976-2008
The SMC Pentax 67 55mm f/4 is the moderate wide angle for the system, equivalent to about 27mm on 35mm format. Great for landscapes and environmental portraits where more context is needed.
Known for
- Landscapes
- Environmental portraits
- Architecture
- Interiors
Considerations
- Some vignetting wide open
- Moderate distortion
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance4/5
CA Control3/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Bokeh: Naturalistic
Rendering: Wide with medium format depth
Color: Warm Pentax
Common Issues
- Check for fungus
Buying Guide
Good value wide angle. Check optics carefully.
Specifications
MountPentax 67
Focal Length55mm
Max Aperturef/4
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades6
Min Focus0.45m
Filter Size77mm
Weight710g
Optical Design
FormulaRetrofocus
Elements9
Groups8
CoatingSMC (Pentax)
Pricing
£300 - £500
Typical used price
Mint: ~£600
Wide angle for Pentax 67
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