Used Pentax M42 135mm f/3.5 SMC Takumar
Condition & contents
| Grading | Good cosmetic condition, focus smooth and aperture positive. Some internal dust is present. |
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| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 3 month warranty |
| Includes | Front & rear caps |
At a glance: Pentax M42 135mm f/3.5 SMC Takumar - classic Pentax short-telephoto M42 prime.
About this lens
The Pentax M42 135mm f/3.5 SMC Takumar is the same classic Pentax M42 short-telephoto - Super Multi-Coated, 135mm focal length, manual focus. A second copy of this highly-regarded vintage Pentax prime.
Build & handling
| Autofocus | Manual focus only |
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| Minimum focus distance | 1.5m |
| Filter thread | 49mm |
| Weight | Approx. 400g |
| Construction | All-metal, SMC multi-coating |
Works with
- M42 screw-mount film bodies
- Pentax K-mount bodies via M42-to-K adapter
- Modern mirrorless via M42-to-[system] adapter
Best for
A classic Pentax Takumar-era short-telephoto with SMC coating - 135mm focal length ideal for portraits and short-telephoto work. Works on M42 film bodies, Pentax K-mount bodies via adapter, and modern mirrorless via M42 adapters.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the Takumar line celebrated?
Pentax Takumar lenses (the M42 screw-mount line) are highly regarded for build quality, SMC coating, and characterful rendering. Easy to find on the used market, affordable, and adapt well to modern mirrorless cameras.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 135mm |
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| Lens Type | Prime, Telephoto |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Lens Mount | M42 Mount |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Pentax |