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e_kl577_17.fm Page 0 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc PENTAX-DA lens. Please read this operating manual carefully before using the lens to ensure that it is used properly. In addition, also refer to your camera operating manual. smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used exclusively with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. This lens is not compatible with film SLR cameras. • • • • In this operating manual, “smc PENTAX-DA lens” is shortened to “DA lens.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 1 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM USING YOUR LENS SAFELY 1 Although we have carefully designed these lenses for safe operation, please pay special attention to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. WARNING This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in serious injuries to the user. CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in minor or medium injuries to the user or damage to the equipment.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 2 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 2 PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE 1. Storage and mildew prevention • Take the lens out of the protective case or camera bag, and store it in a dry, well-ventilated place. • Avoid storing the lens in a poorly ventilated location such as a closet, wardrobe, drawer, vehicle, or where insect repellent or medicine is kept. • Avoid storing the lens in areas of high temperature and humidity, where there is a risk of mildew growth.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 3 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM CONTENTS 3 FOREWORD USING YOUR LENS SAFELY ................................................................................. 1 PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE ........................................................ 2 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX-DA LENS ....................................................... 6 smc PENTAX-DA LENS .......................................................................................... 7 About the DA lens mount ...........
e_kl577_17.fm Page 4 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 4 Precautions on close-distance scale ................................................................. 21 ZOOM LENS .......................................................................................................... 22 About the zoom ring .......................................................................................... 23 About the zoom lock switch ...............................................................................
e_kl577_17.fm Page 5 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 5 Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters .................................. 36 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH ............................... 40 Built-in Flash ...................................................................................................... 40 External Flash ...................................................................................................
e_kl577_17.fm Page 6 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 6 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX-DA LENS • The smc PENTAX-DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for digital cameras. Its image circle is specialized for the image sensor (23.5 x 15.7mm) and its optical system is optimized for the characteristics of digital images. • When autofocusing is finished, it is possible to make fine adjustments by hand using the “Quick-Shift Focus System” (see page 18 for details).
e_kl577_17.fm Page 7 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM smc PENTAX-DA LENS Focusing ring 7 Lens hood attaching index Distance scale window Distance scale Depth-of-field scale Depth-of-field scale Mounting index Distance index Note: • The DA lens does not have an aperture ring. Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto “A” position, so accessories without an auto “A” setting cannot be used with this lens. • The DA lens is not compatible with film SLR cameras.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 8 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 8 About the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for the PENTAX digital SLR cameras. There are three mounts for the DA lens, the KAF, KAF2 and KAF3.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 9 Tuesday, June 10, 2008 1:24 PM 9 About lenses with a supersonic motor The lenses in the table below are equipped with internal supersonic motors. When mounted on a camera body that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus (AF) is quiet and smooth. • Supersonic motor compatible camera body , , *, * If the firmware is version 1.30 or later, refer to page 10. Precautions Lens uses a supersonic motor.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 10 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 10 Precautions for using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on the When using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on the firmware version 1.30 or later. • How to Check and Update the Firmware Holding-down the MENU button while turning ON the version in the center of the display. , use the camera will display the firmware Download and install the firmware update for the using the link below. • Firmware Download Page: http://www.pentax.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 11 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1 11 2 1. To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the lens and body, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. " Memo: • Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted. • After mounting the lens, gently turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place. 2.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 12 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 12 LENS CAP Take off the lens cap by pressing the two tabs inward. " Memo: • When not using the lens, be sure to attach the lens cap. • Attach the dedicated lens cap over the lens hood on the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited, DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF], and DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited. Also, with the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited, DA 70mm f/2.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 13 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 13 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited First screw the dedicated hood onto the front of the lens, then screw the lens cap onto the lens hood.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 14 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 14 FOCUSING Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera’s focus mode switch to change between the autofocus mode and manual focus mode. For details, refer to your camera operating manual. For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the DA lens is used to change between the autofocus and manual focus modes (the focus mode switch on the camera is always set to autofocus). To use the autofocus, set the switch to the AF position.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 15 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 15 Using Autofocus Set the focus mode to autofocus. Press the shutter release button halfway to autofocus. With the , or camera, you can also press the AF button to autofocus. See page 14 for information about changing the focus mode. Focusing with the OK Button With the , , , , , , or camera set as explained below, autofocusing by pressing the shutter release button halfway will be disabled and the OK button can be used instead to autofocus.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 16 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 16 CAUTION During autofocusing, the focusing ring of the following lenses will rotate. • To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing. Particularly be careful when the Focus Mode is set to AF.C (AF-continuous). The camera continues adjusting the focus while the AF button is pressed or the shutter release button is pressed halfway. - DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 17 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 17 Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF, and turn the focusing ring to focus manually. See page 14 for information about changing the focus mode. Using the Quick-Shift Focus System If the focus mode is set to autofocus, you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. Manually turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus. You can do this without changing the focus mode to MF.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 18 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 18 How to use the Quick-Shift Focus System 1. Using Autofocus Set the focus mode switch to autofocus, then press the shutter release button halfway to autofocus. With the , or camera, you can also press the AF button to focus. With the , , , , , , or camera set as explained in “Focusing with the OK Button” on page 15, you can focus by pressing the OK button. 2.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 19 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 19 CAUTION • When using the Quick-Shift Focus System, keep pressing the shutter release button (or AF button) after you achieve focus and before taking a picture. If you let go of the shutter release button before taking the picture, autofocus will operate all over again when you press the shutter release button again.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 20 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 20 DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM, DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM focusing • The mechanism does not allow the angle of rotation of the focusing ring and the distance scale to align while focusing. Always check the focus using the view finder before taking a picture. This is especially true with manual focus and the Quick-Shift Focus System.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 21 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 21 Close-distance scale Precautions on close-distance scale (For DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL, DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL II, DA18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL) In the close-distance scale range (the orange area on the distance scale), when shooting at the maximum aperture, image quality deterioration in the picture corners may result because of the optical characteristics of the lens.
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e_kl577_17.fm Page 23 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 23 The zoom lens has a focusing ring on the front side and a zoom ring on the rear side. Turn the zoom ring to set the desired angle of view (lens focal length). " Memo: • The focusing point may shift slightly by changing the focal length. First adjust the zoom and then adjust focus. • The focusing index on the zoom lens is set to match the focus point when the focal length is at telephoto.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 24 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 24 LOCK LOCK 1 2 Red line About the zoom lock switch The DA 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3ED AL [IF] is equipped with a zoom ring lock. This prevents the lens from extending under its own weight while you are carrying the camera. 1. Set the zoom ring to the widest angle (18mm). 2. Move the lock switch in the direction of 1. The lock is engaged and the zoom ring is immovable when the red line is visible.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 25 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM MACRO LENS 25 DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from infinity to life-size [1x]. Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by denominators on the distance scale. “5” indicates “1/5x”. When determining the magnification first, set the magnification in the manual focus mode and adjust focus by moving the camera closer or further from the subject.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 26 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 26 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid the deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use of the lens hood is recommended. a a. Screw-on Type (DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on to the front of the lens to attach it. The hood is telescopic. Extend it fully to use it. " Memo: The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX, depending on the type.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 27 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 27 b c Lens hood attaching index b. Screw-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on to the front of the lens to attach it. c. Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 28 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 28 d Lens hood attaching index d. Bayonet Type (DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited dedicated lens hood) When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other. Attach the lens hood on the lens by turning the hood in a clockwise direction, as seen from the front of the lens, until it stops.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 29 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 29 1 2 About the PL filter window If a circular polarizing filter is attached to the DA lens, you can easily turn the filter via the PL filter window on the bayonet-type hood. Lens with hood with a PL filter window - DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL ΙΙ - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA 55-300mm f/4-5.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 30 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 30 How to use the lens hood with polarizing filter window 1. Remove the PL filter window cap by sliding it in the direction as shown above. 2. Turn the outer rim of the circular polarizing filter from the PL filter window as shown above. 3 3. Attach the PL filter window cap. " Memo: • When shooting, be sure the PL filter window cap is in place to use the lens hood to maximum effect.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 31 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 31 Built-in lens hood The following lenses have a lens hood built into the lens body. The hood cannot be removed from the lens. • DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] • DA35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited (*) Lenses marked with an * have built-in sliding hoods which should be extended.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 32 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 32 FILTERS Make sure the filter size matches the lens, then screw the filter onto the front of the lens. " Memo: • The compatible filter size for each lens is listed on pages 46-51. • Filters cannot be mounted on the DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF]. Precaution on filters • Since a filter becomes a part of the optical system when attached on the lens, handle it in the same way you handle the lens with care to dust, dirt and scratches.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 33 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 33 Attaching a filter and the dedicated lens hood to the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited lens It is possible to attach a 49mm diameter filter to the front of the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited lens, but not when the dedicated lens hood is attached. To use a filter with the dedicated lens hood, screw a 43mm diameter filter to the back of the filter.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 34 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 34 Attaching a filter and the dedicated lens hood to the DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited lens With the DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited lens, attach the 49mm diameter filter to the front of the lens. To use it together with the dedicated lens hood, screw it on over the filter that is attached. " Memo: • The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX, depending on the type.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 35 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 35 Circular polarizing filters and vignetting Circular polarizing filters are thicker than regular filters. Depending on the lens that is mounted and the shooting conditions, vignetting may occur in the four corners of the image. Refer to the “Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters” on the following page for information on compatibility of the PENTAX circular polarizing filters (currently not available) with various lenses.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 36 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 36 Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters * PENTAX circular polarizing filters are not currently available. * PENTAX does not produce a circular polarizing filter with a 62mm diameter that can be used with the DA 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3ED AL [IF]. YES: Compatible *YES: Compatible in some conditions NO: Incompatible Circular polarizing filter Circular polarizing filter (A type) (B type) Compatibility Notes Compatibility Notes DA 14mm f/2.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 37 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 37 Circular polarizing filter Circular polarizing filter (A type) (B type) Compatibility Notes Compatibility Notes *Can be mounted and used. However, when the DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM A type of circular polarizing *YES filter is mounted, the mount YES of the dedicated bayonet hood interferes with the DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM filter's mount so it cannot be mounted on that.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 38 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 38 Circular polarizing filter Circular polarizing filter (A type) (B type) Compatibility Notes Compatibility Notes *Can be mounted and used. However, when the A type of circular polarizing DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL *YES filter is mounted, the mount YES of the dedicated bayonet hood interferes with the filter’s mount so it cannot be mounted on that. Vignetting occurs DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM NO *YES when the focal length is 17mm.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 39 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 39 " Memo: • Filters, including circular polarizing filters, cannot be mounted on the DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] lens.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 40 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 40 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH Built-in Flash The built-in flash can not be used when the distance is less than 0.7m. When the flash is used within 0.7m, it causes incorrect exposure control and vignetting in the picture corners. • Refer to the “Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash” chart on page 42 for information on the compatibility of the built-in flash with the lens being used.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 41 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 41 zDA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] PENTAX external flash units which cover a 24mm lens on a 35mm SLR, or 16mm lens on a digital SLR, can be used when the lens is set from 16mm to 24mm. AF540FGZ and AF360FGZ can be used from 13mm to 24mm with the wide angle panel (In both cases, it is possible to use the lens hood). Please note that at focal lengths less than 13mm the corners of the picture will not be fully illuminated.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 42 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 42 Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash Compatibility Lens DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL ΙΙ DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL DA 18-250mm f/3.5-6.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 43 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 43 Compatibility Lens DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED , , YES YES YES YES , , , , YES YES YES YES Except for the DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited, DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited, DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited and DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, do not use the lens hood when using the built-in flash. This is to prevent obstruction of the flash coverage by the lens hood.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 44 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 44 TRIPOD MOUNT DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM is equipped with the tripod mount. To position the camera vertically or horizontally, loosen the camera position shift lock screw, turn the camera 90° to the right or left as desired, and tighten the lock screw firmly. The tripod mount is detachable. Camera position shift lock screw Tripod Mount • Attach only to a stable tripod.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 45 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 45 Removing the Tripod Mount To remove the mount, use a coin to loosen the screw by turning it to the left. Be careful not to loosen the screw too much or else it may fall out. Insert a coin into the slot on the screw and turn to the left.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 46 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 46 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS * For use with any PENTAX digital SLR camera. * AL = Uses an aspheric lens, ED = lens made with extra-low dispersion glass, IF = inner focus-type lens, SDM = lens with a supersonic motor Lens DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] 14mm (equivalent to approx. Focal length 21.5mm in 35mm format) Elements in groups 12-11 Angle of view 90° Aperture f/2.8 Minimum aperture f/22 Mount type KAF-mount Minimum focus 0.17m (0.56ft) distance Maximum Approx. 0.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 47 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 47 Lens DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited 40mm (equivalent to Focal length approx. 61mm in 35mm format) Elements in groups 5-4 Angle of view 39° Aperture f/2.8 Minimum aperture f/22 Mount type KAF-mount Minimum focus 0.4m (1.31ft) distance Maximum Approx. 0.13× magnification Filter size 49mm or 30.5mm Lens hood MH-RC 49mm Max. Diameter 63mm × 15mm × Length (2.5in × 0.6in) Approx. 90g/3.15oz Weight (with hood approx. 100g/ 3.5oz) Soft case Dedicated case DA 70mm f/2.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 48 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 48 DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] 12-24mm (equivalent to 300mm (equivalent to 10-17mm (35mm conversion approx. 18.5-37mm in Focal length approx. 460mm in 35mm not possible) 35mm format) format) Elements in groups 8-6 10-8 13-11 Angle of view 5.4° 180°–100° 99°–61° Aperture f/4 f/3.5–f/4.5 f/4 Minimum aperture f/32 f/22–f/32 f/22 Mount type KAF2-mount KAF-mount KAF-mount 0.14m (0.46ft) Minimum focus 1.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 49 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 49 Lens DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL 16-45mm (equivalent to Focal length approx. 24.5-69mm in 35mm format) Elements in groups 13-10 Angle of view 83°–35° Aperture f/4 Minimum aperture f/22 Mount type KAF-mount Minimum focus 0.28m (0.92ft) distance Maximum Approx. 0.26× magnification Filter size 67mm Lens hood PH-RBL 67mm Max. Diameter 72mm × 92mm × Length (2.8in × 3.6in) Approx. 365g/12.9oz Weight (with hood approx. 390g/ 13.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 50 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 50 DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL ΙΙ DA18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL 18-55mm (equivalent to 18-55mm (equivalent to Focal length approx. 27.5-84mm in approx. 27.5-84mm in 35mm format) 35mm format) Elements in groups 11-8 12-9 Angle of view 76°–29° 76°–29° Aperture f/3.5–f/5.6 f/3.5–f/5.6 Minimum aperture f/22–f/38 f/22–f/38 Mount type KAF-mount KAF-mount Minimum focus 0.25m (0.82ft) 0.25m (0.82ft) distance Maximum Approx. 0.34× Approx. 0.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 51 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 51 DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM 50-135mm (equivalent to Focal length approx. 76.5-207mm in 35mm format) Elements in groups 18-14 Angle of view 31.5°–11.9° Aperture f/2.8 Minimum aperture f/22 Mount type KAF2-mount Minimum focus 1.0m (3.3ft) distance Maximum Approx. 0.17× magnification Filter size 67mm Lens hood PH-RBK 67mm Max. Diameter 76.5mm × 136mm × Length (3.0in × 5.4in) Approx. 685g/24.2oz Weight (with hood approx. 765g/ 27.
e_kl577_17.fm Page 52 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM 52 For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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e_kl577_17.fm Page 54 Monday, June 9, 2008 4:00 PM HOYA CORPORATION PENTAX Imaging Systems Division 2-36-9,Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www.pentax.jp) PENTAX Europe GmbH Julius-Vosseler-Strasse 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.uk) PENTAX France S.A.S. 112 Quai de Bezons, B.P.
