Ricoh/Pentax PENTAX-FA HD 43mmF1.9 Limited (Black)

Ricoh/Pentax PENTAX-FA HD 43mmF1.9 Limited (Black) – 43mm focal length delivering a natural field of view

This PENTAX-FA HD 43mmF1.9 Limited in black offers a 43mm focal length that corresponds to the diagonal of a 35mm full-frame image area. Because of this, it captures a field of view and sense of depth that closely match the human eye’s natural vision.

Why the 43mm focal length matters

The 43mm focal length of this lens equals the diagonal length of a 35mm-film image area. As a result, images appear with a natural angle of vision and a natural sense of depth similar to what you perceive with the naked eye.

Compared with conventional 50mm standard lenses, this 43mm lens provides a slightly broader field of view. Therefore, it more effectively captures modern subjects such as:

• High-rise buildings
• Wide streets
• Fashionable cityscapes

Design and handling

The lens has a slender barrel and compact dimensions that improve portability. To preserve the slim profile while still offering protection from stray light, this is the only model in the Limited lens series that features a detachable, screw-in lens hood.

The mount pointer uses a shippoyaki (cloisonné) finish. This finish standardizes the exterior design across the new-generation HD FA Limited series and also makes the lens-mounting operation easier.

Optical features

This model builds on the acclaimed optical performance of the smc PENTAX-FA 43mmF1.9 Limited. It includes PENTAX-original HD coating and a round-shaped diaphragm to further upgrade its imaging characteristics.

Use cases

Photographers and filmmakers who want a natural field of view and a slightly wider perspective than a classic 50mm will find this lens useful. It is particularly suited for urban and architectural scenes, street photography, and any situation where a natural sense of depth and a broader framing are desirable.

FAQ

Question: How does the 43mm focal length compare to a 50mm lens?

Answer: The 43mm focal length gives a slightly broader field of view than a conventional 50mm standard lens. This broader perspective makes it better suited for modern subjects like high-rise buildings, wide streets, and cityscapes while maintaining a natural sense of depth.

Question: Does this lens include a lens hood?

Answer: Yes. This is the only model in the Limited lens series to feature a detachable, screw-in lens hood. The hood preserves the lens’s slender profile while providing practical protection and shading.

Question: What optical treatments and diaphragm does the lens have?

Answer: The lens features PENTAX-original HD coating and a round-shaped diaphragm. These features are included to enhance the lens’s imaging characteristics and contribute to its established optical performance.

Question: What is the purpose of the shippoyaki (cloisonné) finish on the mount pointer?

Answer: The shippoyaki finish standardizes the exterior design of the new-generation HD FA Limited series and helps facilitate the lens-mounting operation, making it easier to align and attach the lens.