Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 400mm f/5.6 vs Vivitar 400mm f/6.3 Auto Telephoto
Both are M42 lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 400mm f/5.6 if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/5.6 vs f/6.3)
Pick the Vivitar 400mm f/6.3 Auto Telephoto if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
9 differences| Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 400mm f/5.6 | Vivitar 400mm f/6.3 Auto Telephoto | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Pentax
|
Vivitar
|
| Type |
Prime
|
Telephoto
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
|
| Max aperture |
f/5.6
⅓ stop faster
|
f/6.3
|
| Filter thread |
77 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
8 m
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
5 elements / 5 groups
|
not listed
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| Autofocus motor |
Manual focus
|
not listed
|
| Image stabilization |
No
|
not listed
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2 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length. Show all
- Mount
- M42 both
- Focal length
- 400mm both
Our notes
Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 400mm f/5.6
The Pentax Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 400mm f/5.6 is a manual-focus telephoto prime lens covering 400mm at f/5.6 for M42 mount cameras. A classic Takumar lens from the Pentax screw-mount era, popular for vintage-lens adapting.
Our notes
Vivitar 400mm f/6.3 Auto Telephoto
Vivitar 400mm f/6.3 Auto Telephoto: a manual-focus telephoto prime lens with a 400mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/6.3, made for M42 mount cameras. It brings distant subjects closer for sports, wildlife and events.
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