Pentax shows commitment; previews six lenses, mount adapter

In a reassuring show of its commitment under new owner Ricoh, Pentax has revealed no less than six new lenses and a mount adapter to be previewed at the upcoming CP+ tradeshow in Japan. Five of the six lenses are scheduled to ship this year, and all three of the company's mount types receive attention. For the 645D mount, there's a new 90mm f/2.8 prime, tentatively known as the smc PENTAX-D FA 645 90mm F2.8, said to be ideal for portraiture. For the company's bread-and butter--K-mount shooters--there are two new lenses for 2012 that will be on display. The first is a 50mm f/1.8 prime... (read more)

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