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

PENTAX-FA HD 43mmF1.9 Limited (Silver) – 43mm focal length for a natural angle of vision and compact design

This PENTAX-FA HD 43mmF1.9 Limited lens delivers a 43 mm focal length that corresponds to the diagonal of a 35 mm full-frame image area. As a result, it reproduces a field of view that matches the natural angle of vision of the human eye and produces a natural sense of depth.

Natural angle of vision and image rendition

Because the 43 mm focal length equals the diagonal of a 35 mm-film image area, this lens captures scenes in a way that feels familiar to the human eye. Consequently, you see a natural sense of depth and perspective in your images. Photographers and filmmakers seeking a true-to-life viewpoint will find this focal length particularly effective.

Slightly broader field of view than conventional 50mm lenses

Compared with conventional 50 mm standard lenses, this 43 mm lens offers a slightly broader field of view. Therefore, it better accommodates modern subjects that benefit from a wider perspective. For example, it more effectively captures high-rise buildings, wide streets, and fashionable cityscapes while still maintaining the character of a standard lens.

Compact design and unique hood solution

To preserve a slender lens barrel, the 43mm F1.9 Limited is the only model in the Limited series designed with a detachable, screw-in lens hood. This design choice keeps the lens compact and, at the same time, provides the option to use a hood when needed. In short, the lens’ compact dimensions assure outstanding portability for on-the-go shooting.

Optical and exterior features

This lens builds on the acclaimed optical performance of the smc PENTAX-FA 43mmF1.9 Limited. In addition, it includes several refinements introduced for the new-generation HD FA Limited series:

• PENTAX-original HD coating for improved imaging characteristics.
• Round-shaped diaphragm to influence aperture shape and image rendering.
• Mount pointer finished with shippoyaki (cloisonné) to standardize the exterior design and to facilitate lens mounting.

Key features at a glance

• 43 mm focal length matching the diagonal of 35 mm full-frame image area.
• Produces a natural angle of vision and natural sense of depth.
• Slightly broader field of view than conventional 50 mm lenses—suitable for buildings, wide streets and cityscapes.
• Only Limited-series model with a detachable, screw-in lens hood due to slender barrel design.
• Compact dimensions that assure outstanding portability.
• PENTAX-original HD coating.
• Round-shaped diaphragm.
• Mount pointer with shippoyaki (cloisonné) finish to standardize exterior design and facilitate mounting.

FAQ

question: Does the 43 mm focal length really match the human eye’s view?
Answer: Yes. The 43 mm focal length corresponds exactly to the diagonal of a 35 mm full-frame image area, which yields a field of view that aligns with the natural angle of vision and produces a natural sense of depth.

question: How does this lens compare to a conventional 50 mm standard lens?
Answer: This 43 mm lens provides a slightly broader field of view than a conventional 50 mm lens. As a result, it can more effectively capture subjects such as high-rise buildings, wide streets, and fashionable cityscapes while still retaining standard-lens characteristics.

question: Is the lens hood permanently attached?
Answer: No. To keep the lens barrel slender and compact, this is the only model in the Limited series that features a detachable, screw-in lens hood. You can remove the hood for a smaller profile or attach it when you need extra protection or flare control.

question: What exterior and optical refinements does this model include?
Answer: The lens benefits from the acclaimed optical performance of the smc PENTAX-FA 43mmF1.9 Limited and adds PENTAX-original HD coating, a round-shaped diaphragm, and a mount pointer with shippoyaki (cloisonné) finish to standardize the new-generation HD FA Limited series’ appearance and to assist with mounting.