Pentax is a Japanese brand that is famous for its optical and photographic products. The company was founded in 1919 under the name Asahi Optical Joint Stock Co. in Japan. Initially, it was engaged in the production of lenses for glasses, binoculars and other optical products.
However, Pentax gained real fame in the field of photography. In 1952, the company introduced its first camera, the Asahiflex I, which was one of the first SLR cameras with a fixed lens and interchangeable optics. Pentax subsequently developed several innovative and popular camera models such as the Spotmatic and K1000, the latter of which became one of the best-selling cameras in the world.
Pentax is also known for its optical lenses, which are recognized in the photographic community for their quality and innovative technology. One of the hallmarks of the Pentax brand is its focus on environmental resistance. For example, many Pentax cameras are highly resistant to moisture and dust, making them attractive to active photographers and those who shoot in extreme weather conditions.
