Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8

The Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 is one of the all-time classic standard primes — Asahi/Pentax's beautifully built M42 normal lens, prized for its sharpness, smooth focusing and lovely rendering. A fast f/1.8 aperture and the characterful Takumar drawing make it a favourite for both film Pentax bodies and modern mirrorless via an inexpensive M42 adapter. This is an excellent+ example with fully clean optics.

Specifications

• Focal length: 55mm
• Maximum aperture: f/1.8 (to f/16)
• Optical design: 6 elements in 5 groups (double-Gauss)
• Mount: M42 screw mount (universal 42mm)
• Aperture: fully automatic diaphragm with Auto/Manual switch
• Aperture blades: 6
• Filter thread: 49mm
• Closest focus: approx. 0.45m
• Focus: manual, smooth all-metal helicoid
• Adaptable to most mirrorless (Sony E, Fuji X, Micro Four Thirds, etc.) via an M42 adapter

Condition

• Cosmetic: Excellent+ condition, with cosmetic signs of use and some paint fading. Optics are fully clean.
• Functional: Fully working and smooth. Comes with a 3D-printed lens cap.

Included

• Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 lens
• 3D-printed lens cap

A superb-value classic standard lens with clean glass and that unmistakable Takumar character — equally at home on a film Pentax or adapted to mirrorless. It shows some cosmetic wear and paint fading, and it comes with a 3D-printed cap in place of an original.