SMC Pentax 67 55mm f/4

Wide-angle classic for the Pentax 67 system

SMC Pentax 67 55mm f/4
78/100
LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 17
Durability 18
Price 12
Usability 16
Brand Pentax
Model N/A

Key Features

OPTICS Super Multi-Coated glass for flare reduction and contrast
FORMAT Designed for 6x7 medium format film coverage
CONSTRUCTION All-metal barrel construction for professional durability
APERTURE Manual aperture ring with f/4 to f/22 range
FOCUS Manual focus only with long, precise throw
MOUNT Pentax 67 bayonet mount
FILTER Accepts 77mm screw-in filters
DIAPHRAGM 8-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh rendering
ELEMENTS 8 elements in 7 groups optical design
COMPATIBILITY Compatible with all Pentax 67 camera bodies
WEIGHT Approximately 560g robust build
WEATHER SEALING No formal weather sealing rating
RELIABILITY Mechanical design ensures long-term serviceability

The Most Important Rings & Switches — SMC Pentax 67 55mm f/4

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✗ Not Present

How-to Use SMC Pentax 67 55mm f/4

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 55mm
Aperture f/4 - f/22
Lens Construction 8 elements in 7 groups
Angle of View 77 degrees
Minimum Focus 0.35m
Filter Size 77mm
Diaphragm Blades 8
Focus Type Manual
Mount Pentax 67
Weight 560g
Dimensions 85mm x 60mm