| Announced | 2008-09-01 |
| Indicative price (USD) | 640 |
| Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Focal range (mm) | 55 |
| Filter diameter (mm) | 58 |
| Max diameter (mm) | 70.5 |
| Mount type | Pentax KAF |
| Stabilization | No |
| AF Motor | SDM |
| Zoom type | / |
| Rotating front element | No |
| Tripod mount | No |
| Color | Black |
| Full-Time manual focus | Yes |
| Number of lenses | 9 |
| Number of groups | 8 |
| Diaphragm blades | 9 |
| Circular aperture | Yes |
| Length (mm) | 66 |
| Weight (gr) | 375 |





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The Pentax smc DA Star 55mm f/1.4 SDM is a prime standard lens that allows users to dream up pictures with incredible artistic aesthetics thanks largely to its medium focal length and extra wide aperture of f/1.4. The latter also gives it a leg up in dark conditions. But how does the lens compare to similar Pentax lenses, or similar pieces of glass made by its rivals? |