HD Pentax DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR

• Equivalent to 24-130mm in 35mm
• Dependable weather-resistant construction
• Smooth, quiet autofocus operation driven by a built-in DC motor
• High Definition Coating to optimize light transmittance 
• Round shaped diaphragm to produce beautiful bokeh
• ED lens elements for brilliant sharpness and saturated colours

A high-performance zoom lens which provides wide zoom coverage from ultra-wide-angle to telephoto.

This interchangeable zoom lens not only provides the high 5.3-times zoom ratio, but it also features: the PENTAX-exclusive HD coating to deliver sharp, clear images even under demanding lighting conditions such as backlight; an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass element to effectively compensate for chromatic aberrations; and aspherical optical elements to minimize color bleeding. Its weather-resistant body makes it extremely dependable and durable under demanding outdoor conditions.



Versatile, 5.3-times zoom lens covering ultra-wide angles

This zoom lens offers a zoom ratio of approximately 5.3 times to cover the ultra-wide-angle to telephoto ranges (for focal lengths equivalent to 24.5mm to 130mm in the 35mm format). In addition to the most commonly used focal lengths, it provides ultra-wide-angle coverage to produce distinctive, creative visual expressions, such as an exaggerated perspective or an extra-wide depth of field. The versatile zoom lens comes in handy for a wide variety of scenes and subjects, including sweeping landscapes and cramped rooms.



Exceptional imaging power to optimize the performance of super-high-resolution cameras

Consisting of 16 optical elements in 12 groups, the lens features one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element and three high-grade aspherical elements to minimize spherical and chromatic aberrations and suppress color bleeding. In order to accommodate a super-high-pixel image sensor installed in an SLR camera body, its MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) curve is programmed to be higher than those of conventional models in the same class to deliver high-resolution, fine-detailed images.



HD Coating to improve image description

This lens is treated with the high-grade, multi-layer HD Coating. Compared with conventional multi-layer coatings, this PENTAX-original coating assures higher light transmittance and less reflection to deliver bright, high-contrast images free of flare and ghost images, even under demanding lighting conditions such as backlight.



Quick-Shift Focus system

The lens is equipped with the PENTAX-developed Quick-Shift Focus system, which allows the user to instantly switch to manual-focus operation after the subject is captured in focus by the camera’s AF system.



Weather-resistant construction

The lens features a dependable weather-resistant construction with eight special seals to effectively prevent the intrusion of water into the lens interior. By pairing it with a weather-resistant digital SLR camera body, it assures a durable, reliable digital imaging system that performs superbly in demanding shooting settings — even in rain or mist, or in locations prone to water splashes or spray.



Other features

• SP (Super Protect) Coating applied to the front surface of the lens to effectively repel water and grease
• Rounded diaphragm to produce a smooth, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect, while minimizing the streaking effect of point light sources
• Smooth, quiet autofocus operation, driven by the built-in DC motor

Technical data
Format compatibility	Pentax crop frame DSLRs
Lens mount	Pentax KAF3
Zoom / fix	Zoom lens
Lens type	Standard zoom
Focal length	16 – 85 mm
Focal length (35mm camera equivalent)	24.5 – 130 mm
Maximum aperture	f/3.5 – 5.6
Minimum aperture	f/22 – 38
Optical construction	16 elements in 12 groups
Focusing	Autofocus / Manual focus
AF motor	DC (Direct Current) motor
Full mechanical manual focus override	Yes
Image stabiliser	None
No. of diaphragm blades	7
Maximum reproduction ratio	0.26×
General
Diameter	78 mm
Length	94 mm
Weight	488 g
Filter thread	72 mm
Weather sealing	Dustproof and weatherproof
Package contents	Front lens cap / Rear lens cap / Lens hood / Lens

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