SMC Pentax-A 50mm f/2
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The SMC Pentax-A 50mm f/2 was the quintessential "kit prime" of the 1980s and 90s. While slightly slower than its f/1.4 and f/1.7 siblings, it is prized for its compact "pancake-adjacent" size and impressive sharpness. The "A" designation signifies the inclusion of an "Auto" position on the aperture ring (indicated by the green 'A' and the locking button), which allowed for shutter-priority and programmed AE modes on compatible Pentax bodies like the Super Program or P3. This specific specimen features the world-renowned Super Multi-Coating (SMC) to reduce flare and ghosting. It is a common companion to the late-model K1000, as its lightweight plastic-and-metal construction matched the later "Assembled in China" bodies perfectly.Category
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