Super-Takumar 55mm f/2 M42 Standard Prime Lens

Description

Super-Takumar 55mm f/2 M42 Standard Prime Lens (Serial No. 1434838)
The Super-Takumar 55mm f/2 by Asahi Optical Co. is a compact and reliable standard lens, known for its smooth focus action, solid all-metal build, and warm, classic rendering. Designed for M42 screw-mount cameras like the Pentax Spotmatic, this lens is highly regarded for its sharpness, contrast, and vintage charactermaking it a favorite among film shooters and digital photographers using adapters.

Key Features

• Brand: Asahi Optical Co. (Super-Takumar)

• Focal Length: 55mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/2

• Lens Mount: M42 screw mount

• Aperture Range: f/2 to f/16, 6-blade diaphragm

• Focus Type: Manual focus with long throw

• Optical Coating: Single-coated optics for warm color tones

• Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 0.45 meters

• Build: All-metal construction with silky-smooth helicoid

• Use Case: Ideal for portraits, street, and general photography

Condition

Used Good condition.
The lens shows normal cosmetic wear but is optically clean. Glass is free from haze and fungus, aperture blades are clean and oil-free, and focus is smooth. A few light cleaning marks may be present but do not affect image quality.

Whats Included

• Super-Takumar 55mm f/2 lens (serial number 1434838)

• Front and rear lens caps