{"product_id":"rare-8-blades-mint-pentax-smc-takumar-50mm-f-1-4-for-m42-from-japan-2659","title":"RARE!!! 8 Blades【Mint】PENTAX SMC TAKUMAR 50mm f\/1.4 for M42 From Japan #2659","description":"\u003cdiv data-marko-key=\"@container s0-2-12\" class=\"x-item-description-child\" data-testid=\"x-item-description-child\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 860px; margin: 0px auto; background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); box-shadow: rgba(32, 84, 147, 0.08) 0px 4px 16px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; background: linear-gradient(135deg, rgb(15, 76, 129) 0%, rgb(47, 111, 178) 55%, rgb(127, 179, 230) 100%); padding: 30px 24px; text-align: center; border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(184, 208, 232);\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:34px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:1px;color:#ffffff;\"\u003e       Peekaboo Japan \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:8px;font-size:15px;letter-spacing:1.5px;color:#eaf4ff;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003e Specialty Store for Used Manual Focus Lenses from Japan \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 30px 26px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 26px; text-align: center; background: rgb(247, 251, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); padding: 24px 20px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#173b63\" face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePENTAX SMC TAKUMAR 50mm f\/1.4 for M42 From Japan #2659\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 26px; background: rgb(248, 251, 254); border-left: 5px solid rgb(47, 111, 178); padding: 18px 20px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e About This Item \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:15px;color:#4f6780;line-height:1.9;\"\u003e Carefully inspected used manual focus lens from Japan.\u003cbr\u003e We specialize in pre-owned cameras and lenses and inspect each item carefully before listing and before shipment. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 24px; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003e Appearance \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e This is a used manual focus lens. It remains in very good cosmetic condition for a pre-owned item.\u003cbr\u003e Please carefully check the photos for the exact condition of the item. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 24px; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003e Condition \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e The lens has been tested and confirmed to work properly. \u003cul style=\"margin:12px 0 12px 22px;padding:0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eFocus ring works smoothly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eAperture ring clicks properly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eAperture blades move smoothly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e Please note that this is a used manual focus lens, so minor signs of age or use may be present.\u003cbr\u003e Normal mechanical feel is expected for a pre-owned vintage lens. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 24px; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#dcecff 0%, #f4f9ff 100%);padding:14px 18px;font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;\"\u003e Optical System \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding:18px 20px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 12px 22px;padding:0;\"\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo fungus\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo haze or fog\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo scratches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo balsam separation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e The optics are clear and suitable for normal shooting. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 24px; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(214, 228, 240); border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(23, 59, 99); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; background: linear-gradient(90deg, rgb(220, 236, 255) 0%, rgb(244, 249, 255) 100%); padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Included Items \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 18px 20px; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cfont color=\"#42586e\" face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e Lens \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#42586e\" face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003ePentax front\/rear lens cap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#42586e\" face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e49mm 1A lens filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"96\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eRARE!!! 8-Blade PENTAX SMC Takumar 50mm f\/1.4 M42 MF Prime Lens From Japan #2659\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"101\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"121\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"121\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"940\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sdp71l\" data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"176\"\u003e\nModel: PENTAX Super-Multi-Coated TAKUMAR 50mm f\/1.4\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19h9nod\" data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"206\"\u003e\nLens Mount: M42 Screw Mount\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p50obo\" data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"252\"\u003e\nLens Type: Standard Manual Focus Prime Lens\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wr5pcc\" data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"273\"\u003e\nFocal Length: 50mm\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m9fphk\" data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"299\"\u003e\nMaximum Aperture: f\/1.4\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mp6yii\" data-start=\"300\" data-end=\"324\"\u003e\nMinimum Aperture: f\/16\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"22yx1g\" data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"371\"\u003e\nOptical Construction: 7 Elements in 6 Groups\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l6liy8\" data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"398\"\u003e\nFocus Type: Manual Focus\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nn2y49\" data-start=\"399\" data-end=\"443\"\u003e\nMinimum Focusing Distance: 0.45m (1.48 ft)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xlogtc\" data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"482\"\u003e\nMaximum Magnification: Approx. 0.15×\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f5syiu\" data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"535\"\u003e\nAperture Blades: \u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"535\"\u003e8 Blades (Rare Early Version)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13cjyii\" data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e\nFilter Size: 49mm\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cwoihx\" data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"576\"\u003e\nAngle of View: 46°\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7rpfie\" data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\nCoating: Super-Multi-Coating (SMC)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10s5mg5\" data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\nMount Material: Metal\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pqd56t\" data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"672\"\u003e\nAuto\/Manual Aperture Switch: Yes\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1b64jdb\" data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e\nCompatible Cameras:\n\u003cul data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15f2efj\" data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"722\"\u003e\nPentax Spotmatic Series\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lc0q9d\" data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\nPentax ES \/ ES II\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16irb8g\" data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"772\"\u003e\nOther M42 Mount Cameras\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jwb3d\" data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e\nAdaptable to Mirrorless Cameras:\n\u003cul data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"68d79i\" data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"818\"\u003e\nSony E\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lmcrvj\" data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e\nNikon Z\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mtvmk1\" data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"843\"\u003e\nCanon RF\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11p1aum\" data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e\nFujifilm X\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ihq46x\" data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e\nMicro Four Thirds\u003cbr\u003e\n(Adapter Required)\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"146efvy\" data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\nWeight: Approx. 230g\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x30912\" data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e\nMade in Japan\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"945\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"977\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eWhy We Recommend This Lens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1272\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThe PENTAX SMC Takumar 50mm f\/1.4 is one of the most celebrated vintage standard lenses ever produced. Renowned for its exceptional optical quality, beautiful rendering, and legendary Takumar craftsmanship, it remains a favorite among photographers, collectors, and cinematographers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1676\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThis particular example is especially desirable because it is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003erare early 8-blade aperture version\u003c\/strong\u003e. Most later SMC Takumar 50mm f\/1.4 lenses were produced with fewer aperture blades, making the early 8-blade model highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. The additional blades help create smoother, more rounded out-of-focus highlights and exceptionally pleasing bokeh characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"2005\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eOptically, the lens is famous for its unique balance of sharpness and character. Wide open at f\/1.4, it produces a classic vintage look with gentle contrast and beautiful background separation. As the lens is stopped down, sharpness increases dramatically while maintaining rich color reproduction and excellent micro-contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2310\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eOne of the key features that made this lens legendary was Pentax's advanced Super-Multi-Coating technology. At the time of its release, SMC coatings represented some of the most sophisticated lens coatings available, significantly reducing flare and ghosting while improving contrast and color accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2608\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThe 50mm focal length provides a natural perspective that is ideal for portraits, street photography, travel, documentary work, and everyday photography. Combined with the bright f\/1.4 aperture, the lens performs exceptionally well in low-light conditions and creates beautiful subject isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2849\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThe all-metal construction and buttery-smooth focusing mechanism exemplify the craftsmanship of Japan's golden era of lens manufacturing. Every adjustment feels precise and mechanical in a way that modern autofocus lenses rarely replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"3123\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eToday, the lens is highly popular among mirrorless camera users because it adapts easily to Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X, and Micro Four Thirds systems. Photographers appreciate its timeless rendering, cinematic image quality, and classic Takumar color signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3439\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" style=\"color: rgb(66, 88, 110); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eFor collectors, the rare 8-blade version represents one of the most desirable Takumar lenses ever made. For photographers, it offers an outstanding combination of vintage character, excellent sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and legendary Japanese craftsmanship that continues to impress decades after its introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfont color=\"#42586e\" face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15px;\"\u003e Everything shown in the photos is included in the package. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"color: rgb(44, 62, 80); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 24px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, rgb(244, 249, 255) 0%, rgb(232, 242, 252) 100%); border: 1px solid rgb(207, 224, 241); border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px 20px;\"\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;color:#173b63;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e Specialty Store for Used Cameras \u0026amp; Lenses \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.9;color:#42586e;\"\u003e We are a Japan-based specialty store focusing on used cameras and lenses.\u003cbr\u003e Our items are carefully inspected and described as accurately as possible for international buyers. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pentax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50652732817546,"sku":"20260604JPY3300","price":144.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/2977\/4474\/files\/s-l1600_e1fbdb22-82de-4631-8680-49bfd0a5ed46.jpg?v=1793630317","url":"https:\/\/peek-a-boo-camera-japan.myshopify.com\/ja\/products\/rare-8-blades-mint-pentax-smc-takumar-50mm-f-1-4-for-m42-from-japan-2659","provider":"PEEK A BOO CAMERA JAPAN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}