Pentacon 50mm f/1.8 vs Pentax Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Pentax Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | 50mm f/1.8 | Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentacon | Pentax |
| Mount | M42 | M42 |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 (faster) |
Pentacon 50mm f/1.8
Pentacon 50mm f/1.8: a fast manual-focus standard prime lens with a 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for M42 mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
Pentax Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4
A 1960s Pentax M42 50mm f/1.4 with a reputation as a classic vintage normal lens. Some copies contain thoriated glass, which can yellow over time.
Pros
- Smooth, pleasing rendering
- All-metal body
- Aperture ring with manual/auto switch
Cons
- Thorium glass may yellow in some copies
- Soft and hazy wide open