SMC Takumar 1: 1.4 / 50 Asahi OPT review. CO., Japan

According provided by SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT lens. CO., JAPAN many thanks to Alexander K.

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN. The lens is shown in film mirror Nikon EL2 camera. Installed with an adapter M42-Nikon F

In short

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN - an old classic 7-aperture lens on the Planar 6/XNUMX scheme. Can serve as a good and inexpensive creative lens these days.

From previous version Super-Multi-Coated TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (production code 37902, indicated on the MAN./AUTO switch) model SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (from this review) features an updated SMC enlightenment.

Unlike the previous version of the lens and / or the SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 enlightenment does not turn yellow over time, or turns yellow much less pronounced, which makes it easy to use the lens without color distortion.

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

There is a small 'family' of Takumar 1: 1.4 / 50 lenses from which four main models can be distinguished: Super takumar with 8 lenses Super takumar with 7 lenses, Super-Multi-coated takumar and SMC Takumar (from this review).

All major versions of similar lenses Asahi Opt. Co., Takumar / Pentax:

1.2/50

  1. SMC PENTAX 1: 1.2 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (7/6, 20947, 1975-1984)
  2. SMC PENTAX 1:1.2/50 ASAHI OPT. CO.,JAPAN'GOLD' (7/6, 1981)
  3. SMC PENTAX-A 1: 1.2 50mm (7/6, 20987, 1984-2004)
  4. SMC PENTAX-A 1: 1.2 50mm Special (7/6, 2000)

1.4 / 50 (video)

  1. Super takumar 1: 1.4 / 50 Asahi Opt. Co., Lens made in Japan (8/6, 358, 1964-1966)
  2. Super takumar 1: 1.4 / 50 Asahi Opt. Co. Lens made in japan (7/6, 37800, 1965-1971, F/2 in number)
  3. Super takumar 1: 1.4 / 50 Asahi Opt. Co. Lens made in japan (7/6, 37801, 1965-1971, F/2 dot)
  4. Super takumar 1: 1.4 / 50 Asahi Opt. Co., Lens made in Japan (7/6, 37802, 1965-1971, comma after 'CO.')
  5. Super-Multi Coated TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (7/6, 37902, 1971-1972)
  6. SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (7/6, 37908, 1972-1975)
  7. SMC PENTAX 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (7/6, 20847, 1975-1977)
  8. SMC PENTAX-M 1: 1.4 50mm ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (7/6, 20867, 1977-1984)
  9. SMC PENTAX-A 1: 1.4 50mm (7/6, 20887, 1984-1989)
  10. SMC PENTAX-F 1: 1.4 50mm (7/6, 20827, 1987-1991)
  11. SMC PENTAX-FA 1: 1.4 50mm (7/6, 20817, 1991-2023)
  12. HD PENTAX-D FA * 1: 1.4 50mm SDMAW (15/9, 21260, 2018->)
  13. SMC PENTAX-FA 1: 1.4 50mm Classic (7/6, 2023->)
  14. HD PENTAX-FA 1: 1.4 50mm (7/6, 2023->)

1.8 / 55 (video)

  1. takumar 1:1.8 f=55mm Asahi OPT. CO., Japan (6/5, 1958, zebra)
  2. Auto-takumar 1:1.8 f=55mm Asahi OPT. CO., Japan (6/5, 1958-1960, zebra)
  3. Auto-takumar 1:1.8/55 ASAHI OPT. CO., Lens made in Japan (6/5, 1960, with 'R')
  4. Auto-takumar 1:1.8/55 ASAHI OPT. CO., Lens made in Japan (6/5, 1960-1962, no 'R', oblique lines of the depth of field)
  5. Auto-takumar 1:1.8/55 ASAHI OPT. CO., Lens made in Japan (6/5, 1962, no 'R', straight lines of depth of field)
  6. Super takumar 1: 1.8 / 55 Asahi Opt. Co., Lens made in Japan (6/5, 1962, fine ribs, f/1.8 left)
  7. Super takumar 1: 1.8 / 55 Asahi Opt. Co., Lens made in Japan (6/5, before 1965, fine ribs, f/1.8 right)
  8. Super takumar 1: 1.8 / 55 Asahi Opt. Co. Lens made in japan (6/5, 37106, before 1971, large ribs)
  9. Super-Multi Coated TAKUMAR 1: 1.8 / 55 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (6/5, 37104, 1971-1972)
  10. SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.8 / 55 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (6/5, 37108, 1972-1975)
  11. SMC PENTAX 1: 1.8 / 55 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (6/5, 20747, 1975-1977)

2 / 55 (1.9 / 55)

  1. Auto-takumar 1:1.9 f=55mm Asahi Opt. Co.,Japan (6/5, 1958-1959)
  2. Auto-takumar 1: 2 f = 55mm Asahi Opt. Co., Japan (6/5, 1958-1959, zebra)
  3. Auto-takumar 1: 2 f = 55mm Asahi Opt. Co., Japan (6/5, 34100, 1958-1959)
  4. Super takumar 1: 2 / 55 Asahi Opt. Co., Lens made in Japan (6/5, small fins, F/2 left)
  5. Super takumar 1: 2 / 55 Asahi Opt. Co., Lens made in Japan (6/5, small ribs, F/2 on the right)
  6. Super takumar 1: 2 / 55 Asahi Opt. Co. Lens made in japan (6/5, 37103, 1962-1973, large ribs)
  7. Super takumar 1: 2 / 55 Asahi Opt. Co. Lens made in japan (6/5, 37107, additional aperture pins)
  8. SMC TAKUMAR 1: 2 / 55 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (6/5, 37109, 1973-1975)
  9. SMC PENTAX 1: 2 55mm ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (6/5, 1976-1977)

1.7/50

  1. SMC PENTAX-M 1: 1.7 50mm ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN (6/5, 20877, 1977-1984)
  2. SMC PENTAX-A 1: 1.7 50mm (6/5, 20897, 1984-1989)
  3. SMC PENTAX-F 1: 1.7 50mm (6/5, 20837, 1987-1991)
  4. SMC PENTAX-FA 1: 1.7 50mm (6/5, 20907, 1991-2004)

2/50

  1. SMC PENTAX-M 1:2 50mm ASAHI OPTICAL CO. (5/5, 20677, 1979-1985)
  2. SMC PENTAX-A 1: 2 50mm (5/5, 20697, 1985-1998)

2.2/55

  1. takumar 1:2.2/55 Asahi Opt. CO., Japan (6/5, 1961-1963)
  2. Auto-takumar 1:2.2/55 ASAHI OPT. CO., Lens made in Japan (6/5, 1961-1963)

2/58

  1. takumar 1:2 f=58mm Asahi Opt. Co., Japan (6/4, 1957-1958)
  2. takumar 1: 2 f = 58mm Asahi Opt. Co., Japan (6/4, 1957-1958, labeled 'R')

DA (APS-C: 1.4/55 DA* + 1.8/50 DA)

  1. SMC PENTAX-DA * 1: 1.4 55mm SDM (9/8, 21790, 2008->)
  2. SMC PENTAX-DA 1: 1.8 50mm (6/5, 22177, 2012->)

Asahi-Kogaku (M37x1, 3.5/50 + 2.4/58 -> M42)

  1. takumar 1: 3,5 f = 50mm Asahi-kogaku (4/3, 1952, M37×1)
  2. takumar 1: 3.5 f = 50mm Asahi-kogaku (4/3, 1952, , M37×1, pre-set)
  3. takumar 1: 2.4 f = 58mm Asahi-kogaku (5/3, 1954, M37×1, silver)
  4. takumar 1: 2.4 f = 58mm Asahi Opt. Co., Japan (5/3, 1957-1958, M42)

The lens names in this list correspond exactly to the lens name label on the lens barrel (except for the serial number and/or filter diameter).

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

Main technical characteristics of SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN:

Review Instance Name SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN
6985677/7356006 (there were several such lenses in the review, the inscription on the switch is '37908')
Basic properties
  • M42x1 / 45.5 - common landing thread 'M42'.
  • manual focus only.
  • aperture control ringas well as semi-automatic iris control using the ring aperture and pusher aperture cameras that have it.
  • MAN/AUTO - aperture control mode switch
  • SMC (Super-Multi-Coated) - special optical coating
  • transmitting the diaphragm value to the camera (for compatible cameras, like Electro Spotmatic, ES, ES II, Spotmatic F)
  • lens suitable for full-frame cameras
  • metal casecompact size
Front Filter Diameter 49 mm, metal thread for filters
Focal length 50 mm
Zoom ratio 1 x
Designed by for film cameras with a frame size of 24 x 36
Number of aperture blades 8 non-rounded petals. At F / 2, the diaphragm blades form an opening with small notches.
Tags focus distance scale in meters and feet. The depth of field scale for F / 4, 8, 11 (not explicitly), 16. Label for working in the infrared spectrum.
Diaphragm from f / 1.4 to f / 16. The lens has an aperture control ring. There are marks on the ring for F / 1.4, 2, 2.8, 4, 5.6, 8, 11, 16. You can set one additional value between each pair of numbers (except between F / 1.4 and F / 2, as well as between F / 11 and F / 16). The aperture ring has a MAN./AUTO switch (automatic aperture only works on the respective cameras).
MDF 0.45 m
The weight 252 g
Optical design 7 elements in 6 groups

Optical design Super-Takumar 1: 1.4 / 50

The lens does not use special optical elements in its optical design. The same optical scheme is used by many other lenses.

Lens hood Threaded, screwed into the front filter thread
Manufacturer country LENS MADE IN JAPAN (lens made in Japan)
Period From 1972 to 1975. Later it was replaced by the SMC PENTAX 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT version. CO., JAPAN
Price About 80 cu for used option.

Prices for modern Pentax lenses can be viewed here.

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN well assembled, has metal case. The focus ring has a rubberized insert, but the rubber feels like plastic to the touch (it may have become rusty from time to time). The focus ring rotates approximately 180 degrees. The ring travel is smooth and pleasant. For many Takumars, the smoothness of focusing is one of the best among all lenses of the past era. The original front cover without latches, just snug against the frame of the case, it can easily be removed with a random movement.

During focusing, the front retractable body does not rotate. Focusing occurs by moving the entire lens block.

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

Manual Takumaras with M42 x 1 / 45.5 thread can be divided into 4 types:

  1. Completely manual (in terms of installation exposure) Only one aperture control ring. Everything is done manually.
  2. Pre-set. Also manual (in terms of installation exposure), but with two aperture rings: settings and presets. Everything is done manually.
  3. Semi-automatic. Aperture ring + protrusion (pin) for the diaphragm pusher + can be an M / A diaphragm operation mode switch (Man./Auto). In automatic mode, focus is achieved with the aperture fully open. During shutter release, the aperture closes to the desired value and opens again. Exposure set manually.
  4. Fully automatic. Aperture ring + aperture mode switch + protrusion for the diaphragm pusher + additional protrusion (pin) + additional leash for transferring the aperture value to the camera. Measurement exposure and focusing is carried out with the aperture fully open, the camera understands the value of the set aperture and sets the exposure corresponding to it. During shutter release, the aperture closes to the desired value and opens again.

On the bayonet side of fully automatic lenses such as the SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4 / 50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN from this review, there is an additional very small pinwhich is associated with the MAN./AUTO (looks like this, at number 2) This pin should not be confused with a conventional pin to automatically set the desired aperture value during shutter release. The MAN./AUTO switch only works when this pin is pressed, for example, when the lens is mounted on the camera, or when the rear protective cover that holds it in place is installed. There is no need to try to change the position of the MAN./AUTO switch by force, otherwise it may cause a malfunction.

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

In the review, I had several of these lenses with varying degrees of integrity and security. One of them was slightly redone for better compatibility with Canon cameras, namely, the protruding lever of the aperture leash was cut off.

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

Sample Photos

Sample photos taken with Canon EOS 350D и M42-Canon adapter without chip.

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SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

SMC TAKUMAR 1: 1.4/50 ASAHI OPT. CO., JAPAN

Material prepared Arkady Shapoval.

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Comments: 103, on the topic: Overview of the SMC Takumar 1: 1.4 / 50 Asahi OPT. CO., Japan

  • Eugene

    I measured radiation yesterday on my SMC Takumar 1.4 50mm
    SN 7654183
    Results below:
    Radiation - gamma

    With the protective cap on the rear lens removed, 6,5 µSv / h.
    At a distance of about 30-35 cm within normal limits.
    On the front lens 2,4 μSv / h
    Side 3,4 μSv / h

    With a closed back cover 2,1 μSv / h

    On the carcass from the viewfinder, 0,76 μSv / h

    NORM: 0,20 μSv / h

    These are the pies.
    According to the measurement results, it phonite is approximately 3 times smaller than SUPER-TAKUMAR, but still phonite.

  • Ram

    For connoisseurs of this lens, there is a copy of the first version, the price is negotiable, anyone interested write Foravar108@yandex.ru

  • anonym

    A is interesting for storing, acquiring radioactive materials, etc. will not be prosecuted?

    • Rodin

      If you jump in front of the cops and take information about its radioactivity, they will attract you. And so - this is garbage. It fonites only when the dosimeter approaches it close to the lens.

    • Ram

      They are not all radioactive, 1st, and 4th normal

  • Maksim

    I will sell the Super-Takumar 50 mm f / 1.4 lenshttp: //fotoselling.ru/products/14443848
    Novosibirsk + by mail in Russia and abroad
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  • So

    Such amount of nonsense about phonitis - I have never seen phonitis anywhere.
    No one, this is the nonsense of the writer, was puzzled by the question: in the years in which these lenses were made, in Japan, everyone, including dolphins for food and the sacred tree - Sakura, were obsessed with the level of radiation, which was given a dose of meter even to maggots who chewed rotten meat, why- then ANYONE was occupied by this luminous, even if you close your eyes, the lens (- according to those who wrote) ???
    Ignorance, usually backed up by a hefty dose of dementia, is powerful. I have never met anything stronger ...

  • So

    Yes, I flew (without any claims from outside searches) several. dozens of times.

  • Sergei

    In general, there are:
    1) Super-Takumar 50 mm f / 1.4 of the first version, the risk to the right of “4” (8 elements in 7 groups) - does not yellow and is not radioactive.
    2) Super-Takumar 50 mm f / 1.4 of the second version, the risk to the left of “4” (7 elements in 6 groups) - yellow and radioactive.
    3) Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 50mm f / 1.4 (7 elements in 6 groups) - yellow and radioactive.
    4) SMC Takumar 50 mm f / 1.4 of the first version (7 elements in 6 groups) - yellow and radioactive.
    5) SMC Takumar 50 mm f / 1.4 second version with rubber focusing ring (7 elements in 6 groups) - does not yellow and is not radioactive.

  • Sergei

    Although there is an assumption that the 3rd and 4th are one modification.

  • Maksim

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  • Glory

    transported the lens by plane to Canada and back, no problems whatsoever. in hand luggage. moreover, a transfer in Amsterdam

  • Vladislav

    Guys please tell me! Will it be possible to land this lens on a sony alpha with crop 1.5 through an adapter without a chip? What would work in manual mode and focus without problems ??

  • Linda

    Fans of nonsense "phonit-no phonite": please demonstrate at least one matrix, and it is better - the film that this lens has ruined.

    • Serg

      It’s not a matter of the matrix, but of the customs. They are simply seized.

      • zengarden

        Is not a fact. Wrap in foil and nothing will flash.
        Comrade recently received from abroad such, came without a problem.

      • Linda

        Who will be "harassed", theorist ??????
        Have you ever flown on an airplane, child of the Internet ???

  • Alexander

    Good afternoon!
    Question to the respected Arkady and experts: is it worth it to pay 2 times for Takumar 50 / 1,4 compared to PENTACON auto 1.8 / 50 MULTI COATING? The first is offered for 1500 UAH. the second 800-850 UAH. Need a manual fast portrait for crop 2.
    Thank you!

    • anonym

      I’ll call Takumara say

  • BB

    At the beginning of the review, two times written
    'Supter-Takumar'
    typo?

  • lissalis

    The difference between early and late versions

  • lissalis

    Another example

  • lissalis

    Early version

    • Dmitriy

      Hello. Here on the back I did not understand what to look for

  • Sergei

    Are SMC or Super Multi Coated the same thing? And what do these inscriptions on the Takumara frames mean?

    • Michael

      Yes, Pentax means multi-enlightenment.

  • Bunn

    I have a slightly older version, but in a state of 5 +++. It takes off simply awesome, and quite abruptly on a completely open, like Helios 44m-7. )
    The background has not measured yet ... XD

  • Anton Kudryashov

    Hey. I want to share the shooting experience with this lens. I have a 2nd version with 7 petals and thorium enlightenment. I use on the Canon 6d camera, with the m42 to Eos adapter. Here are some examples:

  • Anton Kudryashov

    more

  • Anton Kudryashov

    and more

  • Anton Kudryashov

    the lens itself

    • Arkady Shapoval

      Thank you :)

  • Alexey

    Who used the Pentax? Do I need to remove the diaphragm stem. Will there be a hook and subsequent problems? Thanks.

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