Posted to Lenses 2010-03-08
Opposite the long-range lenses, there is the SMC PENTAX D FA 100MM F2.8 MACRO, which magnifies full-size subjects and delivers outstanding depth of field control for the smallest of subjects. If you do a lot of insect watching, then this is the lens for you. If you focus your photography on other small objects, then this is likewise for you. Not only does it offer offers 1:1 image magnification, but it also features the famous PENTAX-original Quick-Shift Focus System, which allows instant switching from autofocus to manual focus operation. Measuring 2.7 inches and weighing a mere 12.2 ounces, this macro lens is compact and lightweight as any similar lens could ever be. Since the focus is literally on small objects, the lens does not have to be as big to get the job done. The lens here has been designed for ultimate performance and quality, although it lacks the boosted performance of larger lenses. For the price, this lens is very affordable, and just as essential as any other telephoto lens.
PerformanceA great way to get closer to small subjects is to use a macro lens such as this one. The multi-layer coating lowers surface reflection, reduces ultraviolet rays and delivers high-contrast images without a problem. There is also more control with this lens, as far as automatic focusing goes. Magnifying small objects is a bigger challenger than magnifying larger objects; so needless to say, this macro lens is definitely a necessity. Any hobbyist photographer who enjoys photographing insects and flowers will especially enjoy this lens. ErgonomicsBecause the lens is so incredibly small, it is incredibly hard to beat. At one time, macro lens were almost as bulky as long-range ones are now. If you tend to focus your photography on the smaller, more detailed things in life, then the SMC PENTAX D FA 100MM F2.8 MACRO is certainly your style. This user-friendly lens is easy to install and simple to operate, leaving you with more time to shoot photos instead of setting up a lens configuration. SummaryWhether it's snapping close-ups of insects, or appreciating the other small things in life, this macro telephoto lens is versatile to suit any magnification need you may have. Although its capabilities are limited, the automatic 100mm lens gives you more control over how detailed the small objects appear. So the next time you venture out into nature to look at insects or small plants, don't forget to bring your digital SLR and the SMC PENTAX D FA 100MM F2.8 MACRO lens along. Pros
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