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Pentax Super-Takumar 35mm f/2 Ver 2
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Summary
The S-M-C / Super-Takumar 35mm f/2 is a fast M42-mount wide-angle prime produced by Asahi Optical Co. between 1963 and 1971, with the Super-Multi-Coated (S-M-C) version continuing into the early 1970s. It was the fastest 35mm lens in the Takumar lineup and came in several optical and mechanical variants, making it a fascinating study for collectors and shooters alike.
There are two main optical designs:
1. The early version (1963–1967) has a 67mm filter thread, weighs 398g, and uses a 5-blade diaphragm. It features an 8-element - 7-group design and focuses down to 45cm.
2. The later version (1967–1971), including the S-M-C Takumar, has a 49mm filter thread, weighs 240–242g, and uses a 6-blade diaphragm. It shares the same 8/7 optical formula but is more compact and includes open-aperture metering support in the S-M-C version.
All versions stop down to f/16, offer a 63° diagonal field of view on full-frame, and deliver 0.11–0.12× magnification. The S-M-C version includes Super-Multi-Coating for improved flare resistance and contrast, and features a square clip-on hood and rear element coating optimized for Spotmatic F and ES bodies.
Tech Specs
| Manufacturer | Pentax |
| Series | M42 Series |
| Model | Super-Takumar Ver 2 |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 |
| Format | Full-Frame |
| Image Circle | ⌀ |
| Minimum Focus | 40cm |
| Focus Rotation | ° |
| Iris Blades | 6 |
| Optical Design | 8/7 |
| Squeeze | none |
| Front Diameter | 58mm |
| Filter Thread | 49mm |
| Focus/Zoom Rod | none |
| Native Mount | M42 |
| Data Protocol | none |
| Length | 54mm |
| Weight | 242g |
| Body Telescope | - |
| Body Material | - |
| Focus Drive | - |
| Iris Drive | - |
| Zoom Drive | - |
History
Country of Origin: -
Release Date: 1967
Launch Price: -
Design Revisions: