HD PENTAX-DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited Lens Review

Pentax HD PENTAX-DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited Sample Photos

Sharpness is outstanding across the frame when stopped down | 1/250 sec | f/6.3 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100

Sharpness is outstanding across the frame when stopped down | 1/250 sec | f/6.3 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100
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The closest focusing distance of 13.9cm doesn't leave much working distance and care needs to be taken not to accidentally shade your subject | 1/200 sec | f/6.3 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100

The closest focusing distance of 13.9cm doesn't leave much working distance and care needs to be taken not to accidentally shade your subject | 1/200 sec | f/6.3 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100
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Out of focus backgrounds have a pleasing rendition | 1/30 sec | f/2.8 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100

Out of focus backgrounds have a pleasing rendition | 1/30 sec | f/2.8 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100
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Contrast remains good when shooting into the light | 1/80 sec | f/4.0 | 35.0 mm | ISO 200

Contrast remains good when shooting into the light | 1/80 sec | f/4.0 | 35.0 mm | ISO 200
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1/200 sec | f/8.0 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100

1/200 sec | f/8.0 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100
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1/60 sec | f/2.8 | 35.0 mm | ISO 400

1/60 sec | f/2.8 | 35.0 mm | ISO 400
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1/400 sec | f/7.1 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100

1/400 sec | f/7.1 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100
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1/100 sec | f/9.0 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100

1/100 sec | f/9.0 | 35.0 mm | ISO 100
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Value For Money

With this lens being one of the 'Limited' line from Pentax, it carries a slight price premium and is available for around £570. However, the older, non-HD version is still available from some retailers at around £360, which seems like a bit of a bargain if performance is similar. Even with the £570 price tag, this lens represents excellent value for money, given that it performs excellently and is built well too.

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