Name: smc FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited
Brand: Pentax
SKU: 622
Rating: 3.7 (7 reviews)

4.3

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.7 / 5

build quality of the lens is superb with most parts made of metal
svelte
all-metal prime lens is quite sharp

blur tends to get a bit busy
Pentax is neither wide angle nor telephoto lens
Chromatic aberration was noticeable on a computer monitor

Elements: 9
Focus method: Extending front
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: Full-frame (35mm)
Focal length: , 43 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Normal

Pentax smc FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited - Pros & Cons

build quality of the lens is superb with most parts made of metal
svelte
all-metal prime lens is quite sharp
Very well build
cute
light
nice to use lense
It s fantastic well build with massive metal quality
All-metal construction and excellent damp focussing feeling makes
Flare control and sharpness is very good
Fantastic performance especially the outstanding sharpness and contrast
small
light
nicely built
match nicely enough
and looks great on your camera
excellent portraits and beautiful landscape photos
Crisp
excellent bokeh
fast and razor sharp

blur tends to get a bit busy
Pentax is neither wide angle nor telephoto lens
Chromatic aberration was noticeable on a computer monitor
well-built small prime lenses
chromatic aberration is slightly pronounced
The lens is not a dedicated macro lens
it is a little pricey compared to standard 50mm lenses
Lack of comparably finished camera to mount it on
Images just seem to jump off the page at you

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Pentax smc FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited - Full Specifications

Lens type	Normal
Lens mount	Pentax KAF

Aperture max	1.9
Aperture min	22
Aperture ring	yes
Number of diaphragm blades	8

Elements	9
Groups	7

Weight	5.47 oz
Diameter	2.52 in
Length	1.06 in
Filter size	1.93 in

Max Format size	Full-frame
Focal length	< 43
Focal Length 35mm Equivalent	< 64.5
Angle of View	< 53
Maximum magnification	0.12 x
Image stabilisation	no

Focus method	Extending front
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Screw drive from camera
Closest focusing distance	0.45
Depth of field (DoF) scale	yes

Colour of product	Black Silver
Lens Cap Type	Cap F 49mm
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes

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Pentax smc FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited Pentax - Editorial Reviews (5)

4.5

Based on 5 reviews

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Published: 01.12.2005

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Published: 25.06.2012

Pentax SMC FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited Review

4.0

The Pentax SMC FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited is the oldest lens that Pentax still makes, but its performance has withstood the test of time, and it captures the perfect standard-angle field of view on a full-frame camera.