Used Pentax Super-Takumar 28mm f/3.5 M42 Lens

The Used Pentax Super-Takumar 28mm f/3.5 M42 Lens is a classic vintage wide-angle prime lens, offering the distinctive build quality, manual operation and character associated with Asahi Pentax Takumar lenses. Designed for M42 screw-mount cameras, this compact 28mm lens is an excellent choice for film photographers, vintage camera collectors and photographers looking to explore classic manual-focus optics.

With its 28mm focal length and approximately 75° diagonal field of view on full-frame or 35mm film, the Super-Takumar is well suited to landscapes, travel, architecture, street photography, interiors and everyday photography. The f/3.5 maximum aperture provides a useful balance between compact size and light-gathering ability, while manual focus and an aperture ring give photographers direct control over the image-making process.

The Super-Takumar 28mm f/3.5 was produced in several versions, with changes to the optical design and filter size over its production history. The M42 versions feature a solid manual-focus construction, an automatic/manual aperture mechanism and a five-blade diaphragm. Depending on the specific version, the lens may feature either a 58mm or 49mm filter thread, so please refer to the photographs and listing details when purchasing filters or accessories.

Key Features

• Classic Asahi Pentax Super-Takumar vintage lens
• 28mm wide-angle focal length
• f/3.5 maximum aperture
• M42 screw-mount
• Manual focus operation
• Manual aperture control
• Approximately 75° diagonal field of view on full-frame/35mm film
• Five-blade diaphragm
• Compact and robust vintage metal construction
• Minimum focusing distance of approximately 40cm on commonly documented versions
• Ideal for film cameras and adapted digital mirrorless systems
• Distinctive vintage rendering and classic Takumar character

Ideal For

The Pentax Super-Takumar 28mm f/3.5 is an excellent choice for landscape photography, travel photography, street photography, architecture, interiors and environmental portraits. It is also particularly appealing to users of vintage M42 film cameras, collectors of classic Pentax lenses and photographers who enjoy the tactile experience and character of manual-focus vintage optics.

Compatibility

This lens features an M42 screw mount and is designed for compatible M42 cameras. It can also be used on many modern digital mirrorless cameras with a suitable M42 lens adapter. Please check the exact camera and adapter compatibility before purchase.

Specifications

• Focal Length: 28mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5
• Mount: M42 screw mount
• Focus: Manual
• Minimum Focus: Approximately 40cm
• Diaphragm: 5 blades
• Field of View: Approximately 75° diagonal on full-frame/35mm
• Filter Thread: 49mm or 58mm depending on version
• Image Format: Full-frame / 35mm film
• Construction: Vintage metal barrel

Condition: Good - Body shows some light signs of use, as pictured. The optics are clear and unmarked.