【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468

【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468

$60.21
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  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
  • 【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468

【Mint】PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468

$60.21
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Specialty Store for Used Manual Focus Lenses from Japan
PENTAX Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 M42 MF Standard Prime Lens Japan #E0468
About This Item
Carefully inspected used manual focus lens from Japan.
We specialize in pre-owned cameras and lenses and inspect each item carefully before listing and before shipment.
Appearance
Please note: there are some signs of wear on the exterior.
This is a used manual focus lens. It shows light signs of normal use such as minor scratches, scuffs, or small paint wear.Please carefully check the photos for the exact condition of the item.
Condition
The lens has been tested and confirmed to work properly.
  • Focus ring works smoothly
  • Aperture ring clicks properly
  • Aperture blades move smoothly
Please note that this is a used manual focus lens, so minor signs of age or use may be present.
Normal mechanical feel is expected for a pre-owned vintage lens.
Optical System
  • No fungus
  • No haze or fog
  • No scratches
  • No balsam separation
The optics are clear and suitable for normal shooting.
Included Items
Lens Only.

Everything shown in the photos is included in the package.
Detailed Specifications
  • Brand: Pentax (Asahi Optical)
  • Model: Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8
  • Lens Type: Manual Focus Standard Prime Lens
  • Lens Mount: M42 (42mm screw mount)
  • Compatible Cameras: Asahi Pentax Spotmatic series and other M42 SLRs; Pentax K-mount via adapter; mirrorless via adapter
  • Format: 35mm Full Frame
  • Focal Length: 55mm
  • Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
  • Minimum Aperture: f/16
  • Lens Construction: 6 Elements in 5 Groups
  • Lens Coating: Single-coated
  • Angle of View: 43°
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.45 m
  • Focus Type: Manual Focus
  • Aperture Control: Automatic diaphragm with Auto/Manual switch
  • Filter Size: 49mm
  • Mirrorless Use: Adaptable via M42 adapter
  • Made in: Japan
Professional Camera Store's Recommendation

The Pentax Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 is a legendary M42 screw-mount standard prime from Asahi Optical. It was the standard lens on many Asahi Pentax Spotmatic cameras and is admired worldwide for its build quality and lovely rendering.

The lens delivers sharp results with a soft, gentle character wide open and excellent detail when stopped down. Its single-coated optics give a classic vintage look, with smooth, attractive bokeh.

Super-Takumar lenses are famous for their beautifully damped, silky focusing action and all-metal construction. Handling one is a reminder of the exceptional craftsmanship of 1960s Japanese optics.

The Auto/Manual switch lets you use automatic diaphragm operation on M42 cameras, or switch to manual for stop-down metering and for easy aperture control when using adapters.

The 55mm focal length provides a natural, slightly tighter perspective than 50mm, ideal for portraits, street photography, travel and still life.

The M42 mount adapts easily to almost any modern system, including Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Micro Four Thirds and Pentax K-mount, making this lens a versatile choice for digital shooters.

Today the Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 remains highly valued for its combination of craftsmanship, character and affordability, and it is one of the most recommended vintage lenses.

We recommend it to anyone exploring vintage lenses, whether on an M42 film camera or a modern mirrorless body.

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