I recently acquired the above lens and would like to ask what may be one of those 
"stupid" questions.

I know this lens uses the diaphragm to keep the constant f/4 aperture and was noticing 
it looks as though if 
Pentax would have kept it in the full-open position, it would be a f/2.8-f/4. (Or 
really close to that)

My question is, why did Pentax choose to use the diaphragm to have a constant f/4 lens 
rather than a f/2.8-f/4, 
which they could, I think, sold for a higher price, or am I missing something? 
(Wouldn't be the first time) :-)





Later,
Gary
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