Pentax SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 vs Pentax Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
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Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8
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.
- Pentax SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 goes wider (50mm vs 55mm).
- Pentax Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 reaches further (55mm vs 50mm).
| Spec | SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 | Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Pentax | Pentax |
| Mount | M42 | M42 |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm (wider) | 55mm |
| 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.
Pentax Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8
A Pentax M42 normal lens from the Takumar line, slightly longer than 50mm. It has a metal build and an f/1.8 aperture.
Pros
- Metal build
- Easy to adapt
- Compact
Cons
- Soft wide open
- Coatings are dated