Pentax SMC FA 43mm f/1.9

$497	See 36 sample photos taken with the Pentax SMC FA 43mm f/1.9
43 mm
autofocus prime lens
f/1.9
Generic motor Built-in focus motor

reviewswhat are people saying

"The build quality alone is just so superior; this little beauty is just a joy to handle."

bhphotovideo.com

"So far the results have been great. Nice and sharp. Great bokeh. Excellent lighted build quality."

bhphotovideo.com

"It is very sharp, however the focus could be a tad faster."

bhphotovideo.com

compatibilitywith digital cameras

Full frame

This lens is compatible with Full frame cameras such as the Pentax K-1.

horizontal angle of view
45.3°
43mm
35mm equivalent focal length

APS-C (1.5x crop factor)

This lens is compatible with APS-C (1.5x crop factor) cameras such as the Pentax K-70 and Pentax KP.

horizontal angle of view
30.6°
66mm
35mm equivalent focal length

Pros

The Pentax FA 43mm f/1.9 vs other Digital camera lenses

	Wide aperture
	f/1.9

	Quite short
	28 mm

	Small diameter
	64 mm

	Prime lens
	Typically very sharp

The Pentax FA 43mm f/1.9 vs other Digital camera lenses

	Supports autofocus
	Easier to use

Cons

The Pentax FA 43mm f/1.9 vs other Digital camera lenses

	Below average zoom range
	1x

Specifications

General

	Min focal length	43 mm
	Max focal length	43 mm
	Zoom range	1x
	Magnification	1:8.3 (0.1)
Aperture

	Wide maximum	f/1.9	above average
	Wide minimum	f/22
	Tele maximum	f/1.9	above average
	Tele minimum	f/22
Features

	Auto focus	Yes	above average
	Focus motor	Generic motor
	Image stabilization	None
	Fisheye	No
	Tilt-shift	No
Form factor

	Lens mount	Pentax K
	Length	28 mm	above average
	Diameter	64 mm	above average
	Filter size	49 mm
	Weight	156 g	above average
Angle of view

	Wide horizontal	30.7°	below average
	Telephoto horizontal	30.7°
	Wide vertical	20.7°	below average
	Telephoto vertical	20.7°
	Wide diagonal	36.5°	below average
	Telephoto diagonal	36.5°

Competitors

	Pentax SMC FA 77mm f/1.8
	Leica Summicron 35mm f/2 M
	Pentax SMC HD DA 20-40mm f/2.8-4 ED DC WR

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Pentax SMC FA 43mm f/1.9

reviewswhat are people saying

compatibilitywith digital cameras

Full frame

APS-C (1.5x crop factor)

Pros

The Pentax FA 43mm f/1.9 vs other Digital camera lenses

The Pentax FA 43mm f/1.9 vs other Digital camera lenses

Cons

The Pentax FA 43mm f/1.9 vs other Digital camera lenses

Specifications

General

Aperture

Features

Form factor

Angle of view

Competitors

DiscussionWhat do you think about the Pentax SMC FA 43mm f/1.9 lens?

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