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Carefully inspected used manual focus lens from Japan.
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Appearance

This is a used manual focus lens. It  remains in very good cosmetic condition for a pre-owned item.
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 
Pentax front/rear lens cap
Kenko MC PROTECTOR 49mm 

Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f/2.8 Portrait Prime Lens M42 From Japan #2695

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Specifications

Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f/2.8

• Mount: M42 Screw Mount
• Lens Type: Manual Focus Medium Telephoto / Portrait Prime Lens
• Focal Length: 105mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Optical Construction: 5 Elements in 4 Groups
• Angle of View: Approx. 23°
• Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.2m
• Aperture Blades: 6
• Filter Size: 49mm
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Coating: Super-Multi-Coated (S-M-C)
• Lens Barrel Material: All-metal construction
• Compatible Format: 35mm Film / Full Frame (via adapter on mirrorless cameras)
• Made in Japan
• Weight: Approx. 290g

Pentax community references for the S-M-C / Super-Takumar 105mm f/2.8 consistently describe it as a compact 105mm M42 portrait lens with a 5-element / 4-group design, 49mm filter thread, and a strong reputation for handling and image character.

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Professional Camera Store Comment

The Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f/2.8 is one of the hidden gems of the Takumar lineup—a beautifully made medium telephoto lens that combines classic Pentax craftsmanship with the elegant rendering that makes vintage portrait lenses so desirable.

Its 105mm focal length is ideal for portrait work because it provides a flattering perspective with natural compression, helping subjects stand out cleanly from the background without the distortion that shorter focal lengths can introduce. Paired with the f/2.8 aperture, the lens creates soft, pleasing background blur while maintaining a crisp, well-defined subject, making it an excellent choice for portraits, flowers, still life, and detail-oriented telephoto photography.

One of the strongest appeals of this lens is its image character. The Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f/2.8 is known for smooth tonal transitions, attractive bokeh, and a classic rendering style that feels organic and refined rather than overly clinical. It delivers a gentle, flattering look for portraiture while still providing enough sharpness and contrast to keep images lively and detailed. Users and reviewers often note that it is especially enjoyable for portraits and close telephoto compositions thanks to its balance of softness in out-of-focus areas and solid central sharpness.

The Super-Multi-Coated version is particularly desirable because it represents one of the later and more refined Takumar generations. Pentax’s multi-coating improves contrast and flare resistance compared with earlier single-coated versions, helping the lens maintain cleaner color and better performance in backlit scenes. That makes it especially appealing for photographers who want a vintage lens with classic rendering but a little more practical day-to-day usability on modern digital bodies. Pentax users discussing the different 105mm Takumar generations often point to the S-M-C version as the stronger color performer among the line.

Build quality is another major reason this lens remains so loved. Like many Takumars, it features a beautifully machined all-metal body with a smooth, precise focus ring and a satisfying mechanical feel that modern lenses rarely replicate. It is also notably compact for a 105mm portrait lens, making it easy to carry and enjoyable to adapt to mirrorless systems such as Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Leica L, and Fujifilm X with the proper adapter.

If you are looking for a classic M42 portrait lens that offers strong vintage build quality, beautiful background rendering, compact size, and the distinctive color and contrast of Pentax’s Takumar line, the Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 105mm f/2.8 is an excellent choice and one of the most rewarding manual-focus portrait lenses in the M42 system.

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