DISCOVER YOUR WORLD

WITH PENTAX OPTICAL LENSES

Blue Shield

 You are exposed

to harmful Blue

Light most of

your waking day.

INC+

 You are looking

for lenses with

easy maintenance?

Polarized

 You want to enjoy sun & sport

to the max?

Aspheric

 You want to see

clearly and to be

seen beautifully.

Vs

L I F E S T Y L E

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2.1 Aspheric

3

Standard

Spheric

Lenses

Minus RX

Plus RX

Minus RX

Plus RX

Pentax

Aspheric

Lenses

1 2 3 4

Point to point grinding design ensures

accurate and stable brightness

1

Light ray focus transmission design,

ultra-wide and super comfortable.

Less distorted imaging, real and

natural vision.

4

2 Reduces abberations and peripheral

abberations; improves visual field

3 Enhances visual acuity and fine image

resolution

Spheric Aspheric Spheric Aspheric

Plus lens comparison Minus lens comparison

Aspheric lenses reduce magnification

on plus lenses.

Aspheric lenses reduce minifying

effect on minus lens.

Spheric vs Aspheric

Features

Wider viewing zones through the lens.

Sharp and clear vision through all points of

the lens. Aspheric surface provides thinner

and flatter lens. Reduces magnification and

image distortion.

Pentax has launched double-sided aspheric

design lens, featuring aspheric curves on

both the front and back surfaces. The

aspheric design has large focal area, which

results in a higher quality of vision with less

distortion at the edge of the lens.

This latest advances in thin lens technology

guarantee reduce optical distortion,

magnification effect of the eyes appearing

enlarged and improves peripheral vision.

Benefits

Flatter, slimmer appearance with

outstanding optical performance.

Aesthetically attractive lens, gives wearer

a more cosmetically pleasing appearance.

Less optical distortion.

2.1 Aspheric

To see and be seen

Draws on

the same

camera optics

technology.

Aspheric Lens

Curvilinear Lens Spheric Lenses

Rectalinear Lens

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2.2 Blue Shield

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Sources of Blue Light

Blue light comes from the sun, LED light, and digital display devices.

Blue light can cause drowsiness, Insomnia, Macular degeneration and eye strain.

Pentax

Blue Shield

helps to:

Neutralize blue light, prevent

eye strain & fatigue.

Reduces glare for more

comfortable and relaxed vision.

Better contrast perception, offering

a more natural colour experience

BlueShield

vs

Standard AR Light passing

through an

Standard AR

Light passing

through a

BlueShield Lens

A digital display

viewed through a

BlueShield Lens

A digital display

viewed through a

Standard AR

2.2 Blue Shield

Digital World

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2.3 Inc +

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Pentax INC+ vs Standard coating

INC+

Others

FEATURES

Scratch

Resistance

Ease of

cleaning

Clarity

RATING

Unparalleled

clarity and

durability

Water

repellant

Protection

from harmful

UV rays

Pentax INC+ coating Standard coated lens

Pentax INC+

vs

Standard

Repels Water

and Dust.

Easy to clean.

 Designed with Pentax transmissive high definition process

 Reduces reflections to enable crystal clear vision

 Superior scratch resistant surface

 Smooth surface makes INC+ multicoat smudge resistant

and easy to clean

2.3 INC+ Coating

Easy maintenance

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2.4 Polarized

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2.4 Polarized

Enjoy Sun and Sports to the max!

Glare and

unpleasant

reflections are

eliminated in

the most

challenging

circumstances.

 Enhance your outdoor activities (especially

water and driving)

 Filter horizontal lights: reduce glare.

 Vision in brighter sunlight becomes more

relaxing and less fatigue.

 Fashionable colour selection

 Improves visual comfort

 Improves contrast and visual clarity

 Reduces eyestrain

 Allows for true perception of colors

 Reduces reflections and eliminates glare

Pentax Polarized Standard coated lens Polarized

vs

Standard

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PENTAX vs LIFESTYLE

HISTORY

5.1 SINGLE VISION

5.2 YOUNG

5.4 POLARIZED

5.5 DIGIX

5.6 OFFICE

5.7 JUNIOR

5.3 PHOTOCHROMIC

Specialist Range Off Time On Time

Contents

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Asahi Kogaku

Corporation was

established.

The company

changed its name to

Asahi Optical Co.,

Ltd.

Launched the rst

Japanese

single-reex camera.

Started the ophthalmic

lens business.

Introduced multi-layer

coated “SMC Lens” series.

Launched a

medium

format

camera.

Launched the

rst Japanese

AF single-lens

reex camera.

Launched

its plastic

progressive

addition lens.

Launched the

world rst

built-in ash AF

single-lens reex

camera.

Introduced the

“Joyas” series,

which are

progressive

addition lenses

with retina image

evaluation design

Introduced the

back-side

progressive lens

“Perfas” and

“Perfas f”

The company

changed its

name to PENTAX

Corporation.

Sold the

ophthalmic lens

business to SEIKO

Optical Products

Co., Ltd. (SOP).

Merger of

PENTAX

Corporation and

HOYA

Corporation.

Sold Imaging Systems

Division (digital cameras

and binocular) to RICOH

Imaging Company, Ltd.

HOYA Vision Care

Section also began

selling PENTAX brand

ophthalmic lenses.

Launched “ASAHI

PENTAX” brand

camera. “PENTAX”

brand name came to

be known worldwide.

OUR STORY

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History

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On Time

Aspheric

Double Aspheric HD

Aspheric HD

Pentax aspherical range

is able to offer distortionfree

vision over a large

area. Ideal single vision

lenses for those who value

aesthetic appearance.

1 Pentax Double Aspheric HD

Benefits

 Both front or back surface Aspheric

design

 Thinner and flatter if compared to

Aspheric design.

 Lesser optical distortion if compared

to Aspheric HD design.

 Precise optics which offer superior vision

2 Pentax Aspheric HD

Benefits

 Back Surface Aspheric design

 Lesser Optical Distortion if compare

to Aspheric design.

 Precise optics which offer crisp clear vision.

3 Pentax Aspheric

Benefits

 Front surface Aspheric design

 Thinner and flatter if compared

to spherical design.

 Lesser optical distortion if compared

to spherical design.

5.1 Single Vision

“I love my Pentax

SV as it provides me

crisp clear vision for

daily use“

Daniel, 26 – Marketing Executive

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*Sample stock lenses price guide

FSV INDEX Ø MM Coating RRP (£)

1.55 SPH 1.55

73

65

70

INC+ 230

1.60 SPH 1.60

75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 340

1.67 ASP 1.67

75/70

65

INC+ 550

1.74 ASP 1.74

80/75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 1320

1.60 ASP 1.60

75/70

75/70

65

INC+ 450

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“My eyes feel less

fatigue now after a

long day in front of

the computer, I am

really pleased with

my Pentax Young

performance”

Noel, 29 – Computer Engineer

Suitable for young adults,

who require dynamic

visual demands at various

distances from the use

of digital devices such as

smartphones, tablets and

computers.

1 Pentax Young HD

Benefits

 HD digital surfaced technology using

free-form (360 point to point) grinding.

 High definition lenses correct aberrations,

deliver a sharper vision compared to

conventional surfaced lenses.

 Reduce eye-strain, headache and blurred

vision caused by prolonged near work.

2 Pentax Young

Benefits

 SV lenses cater for comfortable near and

distance vision.

 Lenses which adapt to increased usage of

digital devices

 Reduce eye-strain, headache and blurred

vision caused by prolonged near work.

3 Standard SV

Benefits

 Lenses cater for comfortable distance

vision.

5.2 Young

Standard SV

Pentax Young Design

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*Sample stock lenses price guide

FSV INDEX Ø MM Coating RRP (£)

1.55 SPH 1.55

73

65

70

INC+ 230

1.60 SPH 1.60

75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 340

1.67 ASP 1.67

75/70

65

INC+ 550

1.74 ASP 1.74

80/75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 1320

1.60 ASP 1.60

75/70

75/70

65

INC+ 450

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Off Time

Bright Sunlight

Indoor

Outdoor

Pentax Photochromic

are designed to quickly

adapt from clear indoors

to darkest tone under

brightest sun. Pentax

Photochromic adapt to

changing light so they are

always the shade you need

them to be.

Photochromic

Benefits

 Lenses that darken on exposure to ultra

violet/ sun.

 In the absence of UV light (indoor) lenses

appear clear.

 Full UV protection.

 Convenient for those who need to switch

their glasses outdoor.

5.3 Photochromic

“Finally I found the

lens that carry both

clear & sunglass

function, It’s so

convenient for me!“

James, 30 – Entrepreneur

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*Sample stock lenses price guide

FSV INDEX Ø MM Coating RRP (£)

1.55 SPH 1.55

73

65

70

INC+ 230

1.60 SPH 1.60

75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 340

1.67 ASP 1.67

75/70

65

INC+ 550

1.74 ASP 1.74

80/75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 1320

1.60 ASP 1.60

75/70

75/70

65

INC+ 450

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Tea

Grey 3

G15 Green

Grey 1

Pentax Polarized range

offers a wide choice of

designs and colours. The

relaxed and contrast-rich

vision provided by Pentax

Polarized lenses assures

you enjoy sun and sports to

the max!

Pentax Polarized

Benefits

 Polarized lenses contain a special filter

that absorbs horizontal light

 Glare and unpleasant reflections are

eliminated

 Guaranteed vision that is richer in

contrast

 Suitable for all drivers

 Ideal for those who enjoy water or winter

sport leisure activities

Pentax Polarized Lens Colours

5.4 Polarized

Standard coated lens Polarized Standard coated lens Polarized

“Pentax Polarized

lens – my best

buddy during beach

activities. It helps to

cut down glare and

protect my eyes

from harmful UV”

Brian, 35 – Designer

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*Sample stock lenses price guide

FSV INDEX Ø MM Coating RRP (£)

1.55 SPH 1.55

73

65

70

INC+ 230

1.60 SPH 1.60

75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 340

1.67 ASP 1.67

75/70

65

INC+ 550

1.74 ASP 1.74

80/75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 1320

1.60 ASP 1.60

75/70

75/70

65

INC+ 450

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Specialist

Range

When people reach around

the age of 40, the ability

of the eye to focus at near

deteriorates. This condition

is known as presobyopia.

3 Standard PAL

 Standard PAL is designed for presobyopia

who need far and near correction.

2 Pentax Digix

 Asymmetrical PAL design for presotyope.

 Advanced Transmission design offers

natural viewing with different position of

wear.

 Ergonomic inset: adjustable near reading

zone to provide wider field of vision.

1 Pentax Digix HD

 Back surface progressive: offers wider

field of view and lesser distortion.

 High definition technology with 360

point to point grinding offers precise

power and crisp clear vision.

5.5 Pentax Digix

“My perception is

only elderly wear

progressive lens. It

looks good on me,

my colleagues can’t

tell I’m wearing a

progressive lenses!”

George, 40 – Sales Manager

Pentax Digix HD

Standard Progressive

Pentax Digix

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*Sample stock lenses price guide

FSV INDEX Ø MM Coating RRP (£)

1.55 SPH 1.55

73

65

70

INC+ 230

1.60 SPH 1.60

75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 340

1.67 ASP 1.67

75/70

65

INC+ 550

1.74 ASP 1.74

80/75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 1320

1.60 ASP 1.60

75/70

75/70

65

INC+ 450

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Unique design to provide

outstanding near and

intermediate vision, thus,

most suitable for any kind

of indoor activities.

Pentax Office lenses is

an effective solution to

improve quality of vision

and productivity.

Pentax Office lens

 Indoor solution for presbyope

 Cover Intermediate and near vision (not

suitable for driving or tasks which require

sharp distant vision)

 Pentax office offers wider of view

compared to standard progressive lenses

 Suitable for presbyope who require wider

field of view at intermediate, computer

& near.

5.6 Pentax Office

Standard Progressive

Pentax Office

“I put on Pentax

Office during my

presentation & desk

work. It gives me

quality vision and

feel at ease”

Ben, 45 – Banker

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*Sample stock lenses price guide

FSV INDEX Ø MM Coating RRP (£)

1.55 SPH 1.55

73

65

70

INC+ 230

1.60 SPH 1.60

75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 340

1.67 ASP 1.67

75/70

65

INC+ 550

1.74 ASP 1.74

80/75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 1320

1.60 ASP 1.60

75/70

75/70

65

INC+ 450

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+3.00D

33cm

+1.50D

33cm

+1.50D

Kids are growing up with

technology, they spend

large amounts of time

on near work and digital

devices. The prolonged

usage of digital screens

can be hard on their young

Eyes. Pentax Junior offer

functional Power that

prevent visual stress &

provide comfortable vision

even after extended near

work.

Pentax Junior

Benefits

 Correct reading posture to prevent

visual stress

 Less eye fatigue and strain

 Crisp, comfortable vision all day long

5.7 Pentax Junior

“Mommy bought me

a pair of eye glasses,

My eyes is less tiring

when I do my home

work & play

computer game”

Davis, 11 – Student

With standard minus lens, eye need to work +3D

when children looking at near

Standard minus lens

With Pentax Junior, eye need to work +1.50D when

children looking at near

Pentax Junior

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*Sample stock lenses price guide

FSV INDEX Ø MM Coating RRP (£)

1.55 SPH 1.55

73

65

70

INC+ 230

1.60 SPH 1.60

75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 340

1.67 ASP 1.67

75/70

65

INC+ 550

1.74 ASP 1.74

80/75/70

75/70

70

INC+ 1320

1.60 ASP 1.60

75/70

75/70

65

INC+ 450

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