Pentax SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 vs Voigtlander Color-Ultron 50mm f/1.8
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Pentax SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 | Color-Ultron 50mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentax | Voigtlander |
| Mount | M42 | M42 |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
Pentax SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4
This 50mm f/1.4 fast manual-focus standard prime lens from Pentax fits M42 mount cameras. A classic Takumar lens from the Pentax screw-mount era, popular for vintage-lens adapting.
Voigtlander Color-Ultron 50mm f/1.8
The Voigtlander Color-Ultron 50mm f/1.8 is a fast manual-focus standard prime lens covering 50mm at f/1.8 for M42 mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.