Pentax FA autofocus kit zoom with 28mm wide start and SMC coating, affordable everyday lens for the K-mount system.
The Pentax SMC FA 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 is a compact autofocus standard zoom for the Pentax K-mount system with full-frame coverage indicated by the FA designation. The 28-80mm range covers wide-angle through to short telephoto with autofocus convenience for both film and digital Pentax bodies.
The FA designation means the lens communicates aperture information for programmed auto exposure on Pentax bodies. The 28mm wide start provides more coverage than 35mm-starting alternatives, and the standard zoom range handles most everyday photography situations competently.
Build quality is lightweight and compact, designed as an affordable kit zoom for the Pentax system. The SMC coating provides Pentax's characteristically good contrast and colour, distinguishing it from uncoated budget alternatives.
The FA 28-80mm is extremely affordable on the used market and provides a practical everyday autofocus zoom for Pentax K-mount cameras. The FA full-frame coverage means it works on both APS-C and full-frame Pentax bodies.