Quick answer
The Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Adaptall-2 is a standard prime lens covering 60mm at f/2.0 for the M42 mount. Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
About this lens
The Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Adaptall-2 is a fast manual-focus standard prime lens covering 60mm at f/2 for M42 mount cameras, from the Tamron SP series. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Adaptall-2 specifications
What can you shoot with the Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Adaptall-2?
At 60mm this is a standard prime, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor (adapted mount, so sensor size depends on your camera). Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 60mm | 33.4° | 39.7° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 90mm | 22.6° | 27° |
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.0x | 120mm | 17.1° | 20.4° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Adaptall-2 use?
It uses the M42 mount, so it fits M42 cameras directly and can be used on other systems through a mount adapter.
What is the focal length of the Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Adaptall-2?
It is a fixed 60mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.0. That makes it a standard lens.
Is the Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Adaptall-2 a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 60mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/2.0.
What is the Tamron SP 60mm f/2 Adaptall-2 equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 90mm on full frame, with a 22.6° horizontal and 27° diagonal field of view. On Micro Four Thirds (2x crop) it frames like 120mm on full frame, with a 17.1° horizontal and 20.4° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Alternatives for M42 from other brands
All M42 lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
