Pentax HD PENTAX-D FA* 70-200mmF2.8ED DC AW Telephoto zoom lens for Digital SLR cameras State-of-the art optical technology High-resolution images Free of flare and ghost images All Weather construction

In-camera shake reduction (SR): The PENTAX digital SLR K series cameras are equipped with the SR mechanism built into the camera body; because shake reduction is applied in the camera body, this means that any lens compatible with the K-Series cameras will benefit from image stabilization

PENTAX Star series lens: A new generation, high-performance Star-series lens delivering superb imaging quality and exceptional resolving power

PENTAX original lens coating: Thanks to PENTAX-original lens coating technologies - including the latest Aero Bright Coating II that assures exceptionally low reflectance, as well as the high-grade HD Coating - it produces extra-sharp, high-contrast images that are free of flare and ghosting

All weather (AW): This lens features a dependable dustproof, weather-resistant structure to prevent the intrusion of water and dust into the lens interior

Rounded Diaphragm: Nine-blade, round-shaped diaphragm to produce a natural, beautiful bokeh (defocus) effect up to F2.8 aperture setting

DC Motor: Smooth, quiet AF operation using a built-in AF driving motor

Quick-shift focus system: Possible to instantly switch from autofocus to manual-focus operation, by holding the shutter-release button halfway down and turning the focus ring after the subject is in focus with the camera’s AF system

Focus range limiter: To minimise AF operation time by fixing the focus range to one of three sub-ranges