8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens for Pentax Digital SLR

8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens for Pentax Digital SLR
From Sigma
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Product Description
The Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM is an ultra-wide zoom that has a 35mm equivalent angle of view of a 12-24mm lens when used on DSLRs with APS-C size image sensors. This lens is constructed with 15 elements in 11 groups which help deliver incredibly sharp image captures. Sigma's FLD glass elements, equal to fluorite glass, correct for color aberrations and aid in delivering beautiful high contrast images.

The lens has a minimum focusing distance of 9.4" (24cm) allowing you to emphasize the subject by creating exaggerated perspectives. It features a compact construction with an overall length of 4.2" (105.7mm) and a maximum diameter of 3.0" (75mm).

This 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 super wide angle zoom is perfect for shooting landscape photography, architecture, building interiors, photojournalism, wedding photography, group pictures and a wide variety of other shooting opportunities you may encounter.

For a chart of compatible cameras click compatibility chart

Note: Due to the curved shape of the front element, filters cannot be attached to this lens.

Performance
Focal Length 8 - 16mm
Aperture Maximum: f/4.6 - 5.6
Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount Type Pentax K
Format Compatibility Pentax Digital (APS-C)
Angle of View 114.5° - 75.7°
Minimum Focus Distance 9.4" (23.88 cm)
Magnification 0.12x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio 1:8
Optical Design 15 Elements in 11 Groups
Diaphragm Blades 7
Features
Image Stabilization No
Autofocus No
Tripod Collar No
Physical
Filter Thread None
Dimensions (DxL) Approx. 3.0 x 4.2" (7.62 x 10.67 cm)
Weight 1.22 lb (555 g)
Warranty Length
USA Warranty Extension