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SMC Pentax-A* 85mm f/1.4
Pentax · 1984-1996
Legendary portrait lens from the Star series. Exceptional optics.
Known for
- Portraits
- Wedding photography
- Events
Considerations
- Expensive
- Heavy
- Large filter size
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast5/5
Flare Resistance4/5
CA Control3/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Bokeh: Legendary, silky smooth
Common Issues
- Check for fungus
- Inspect aperture blades
Buying Guide
Specifications
MountPentax K
Focal Length85mm
Max Aperturef/1.4
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades8
Filter Size67mm
Weight550g
Optical Design
FormulaDouble Gauss
Elements7
Groups6
CoatingSMC (Pentax)
Pricing
£500 - £850
Typical used price
Mint: ~£1100
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RFMicro Four Thirds
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