[in Box] Pentax HD DA 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW from Japan Lu41 Very Beautiful Condition.Tiny Coating Damage in Front Lens Edge. --- ## Pentax HD PENTAX-DA\* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW Standard Zoom Lens This auction is for the flagship standard zoom lens for the Pentax K-mount APS-C system: the **HD PENTAX-DA\* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW**. This lens is part of Pentax's premium \* (Star) series, known for delivering uncompromising image quality. This modern version features significantly improved optics and a quiet, high-speed autofocus motor, making it an essential and highly versatile lens for professional and advanced enthusiast Pentax shooters. ### Key Features and Professional Specifications * **Model:** HD PENTAX-DA\* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW * **Mount:** **Pentax K-Mount** (Designed for Pentax APS-C DSLRs). * **Focal Range:** Versatile standard zoom range from **16mm to 50mm**. * **35mm Equivalent Focal Range:** This provides an equivalent field of view of approximately **$24.5\text{mm}$ to $76.5\text{mm}$**. * **Aperture:** Features a fast, constant maximum aperture of **f/2.8** across the entire zoom range, offering excellent low-light performance and beautiful background separation (bokeh). * **Autofocus:** Features the modern **PLM (Pulse Motor)**, providing extremely fast, quiet, and highly precise autofocus operation, especially beneficial for video recording. * **Optical Excellence:** Features **ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements** and high-grade optics to ensure exceptional edge-to-edge sharpness and control chromatic aberrations. * **HD Coating:** Utilizes **HD (High Definition) coating** to minimize flare and ghosting and maximize contrast. * **Build:** Professional-grade **AW (All Weather)** construction with extensive weather sealing, providing superior resistance to moisture, dust, and challenging outdoor conditions. ### Condition and Included Items The lens is presented in excellent, near-new condition and includes a full set of original accessories. * **HD PENTAX-DA\* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED PLM AW Lens** * **Pentax Dedicated Petal-Shaped Lens Hood** * **Pentax Front and Rear Lens Caps** * **Pentax Dedicated Soft Lens Case/Pouch (S120-150)** * **Original Box and Documentation/Manuals** (RICOH manuals visible) **Condition Note:** The lens body and glass appear to be in excellent, well-cared-for condition, ready for high-resolution professional use in all weather conditions. ---