Pentax K2000 SLR Review

The K2000 uses a PENTAX KAF2 bayonet stainless steel mount, allowing for use with each and every Pentax lens ever made. It has an electronically controlled, vertical run, focal plane shutter offering shutter speeds from 1/4000 to 30 second with a bulb setting available.

PENTAX has manufactured over 24 million lenses in the last six decades so there's probably a lens for any requirement you have. PENTAX dSLR bodies offer backward compatibility with each and every one of these lenses (adapter required for screw mount and 645/67 lenses). Choose from an assortment of new DAH, DA Limited and DA lenses specifically designed for use with PENTAX digital SLRs or grab your favorite glass from your camera bag.

Each PENTAX DA series lens features a tightly sealed, weather-resistant and dust-resistant construction to enhance durability for use in rainy or dusty conditions. The lenses also feature the PENTAX original Quick-Shift Focus System for instant switching to manual focus operation and PENTAX original SP (Super Protect) coating to repel dust, water and grease. A new SDM system has been incorporated for smoother, quieter autofocus operation using a built-in supersonic motor.

Following are more details on some of the new DA-series lenses.

PENTAX DA 200mm f/2.8 ED (IF) SDM

The high performance DA 200mm ED (IF) lens incorporates an SDM system which creates a smoother, quieter auto focus. Featuring a Quick-shift Focus System, switching from auto focus to manual is instantaneous. Developed specifically for PENTAX digital SLRs, the DA 200mm ED (IF) SDM lens has PENTAX SP coating which protects the exposed lens elements, and a focal length equivalent to 300mm in the 35mm format. Weather and dust resistant, it's the perfect lens for extreme weather conditions

PENTAX DA 300mm f/4 ED (IF) SDM

PENTAX DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED

The versatile DA 55-300mm ED zoom lens offers an extreme telephoto zoom range, perfect for those moderate to long shots. ED elements compensate for chromatic aberration, while the PENTAX SP coating protects the exposed lens elements. Developed specifically for PENTAX digital SLRs, the DA 55-300mm ED zoom has a focal length equivalent to 82.5mm to 450mm in the 35mm format.

PENTAX DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited

The compact DA 35mm Macro Limited lens provides one-to-one magnification in a normal focal length. High-grade aluminum construction of lens barrel, hood and cap provides utmost durability. With its incorporated Quick-shift Focus System, switching from auto focus to manual is instantaneous. Developed specifically for PENTAX digital SLRs, the DA 35mm Macro Limited has PENTAX SP coating which protects the exposed lens elements, and a focal length equivalent to 52.5mm in the 35mm format.

PENTAX DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL II

The DA 18-55mm II is the ideal zoom lens for a wide range of shooting applications, covering a wide to moderate wide-angle. This lens has improved resolution to match with high resolution sensors and PENTAX SP coating which protects the exposed lens elements. Developed specifically for PENTAX digital SLRs, the DA 18-55mm II has aspherical elements to compensate for spherical aberration, and a focal length equivalent to 27mm to 82.5mm in the 35mm format.