SMC takumar 1:2/55 Lens

infoseeker · 11-25-2010, 07:27 AM

Hello folks,
Can anybody help me? I have in my possession, quite a lot of camera gear that belonged to my late Brother-in-law and I am attempting to sell them on behalf of his Widow.I have had success using eBay but I am stuck trying to find any history on the above lens. As I don't want to avoid "giving" items away, does anyone know anything about it??
Thanks

stover98074 · 11-25-2010, 08:03 AM

This Pentax forums.com has reviews along with purchase information at this link.

Pentax M42 Screwmount Normal Prime Lens Reviews and Specifications - Pentax Lens Review Database

infoseeker · 11-26-2010, 03:49 PM

Thanks stover98074,
I have had a look at this link and although it does not list my particular lens (1.8 is the nearest) it has given me some idea of prices.

**Porga** · 11-26-2010, 03:51 PM

Originally posted by infoseeker

Thanks stover98074,
I have had a look at this link and although it does not list my particular lens (1.8 is the nearest) it has given me some idea of prices.

You did not look carefuly

SMC/Super-/Auto-Takumar 55mm F2 Lens Reviews - Pentax Lens Review Database

infoseeker · 11-28-2010, 06:13 AM

Thanks Poga,
I think I need some new "lenses" as well.
Regards

RioRico · 11-30-2010, 05:10 AM

The Tak or Super Tak 55/2 is an extremely good lens. It is also quite common, and quite cheap. It has exactly the same optics as the coveted Tak 55/1.8; its aperture is just mechanically limited from opening the slight bit further. I've seen 55/1.8's sell for US$50 (and I just bought a much more desirable Super Tak 50/1.4 for less than that) while the near-twin 55/2 like yours WON'T SELL for US$10.

In short: This is the wrong time to sell a Tak 55/2. Wait a few months. I will hang onto mine until the usual sales price hits US$30. Until then, it's not worth selling.

**germar** · 11-30-2010, 05:49 AM

Originally posted by RioRico

The Tak or Super Tak 55/2 is an extremely good lens. It is also quite common, and quite cheap. It has exactly the same optics as the coveted Tak 55/1.8; its aperture is just mechanically limited from opening the slight bit further. I've seen 55/1.8's sell for US$50 (and I just bought a much more desirable Super Tak 50/1.4 for less than that) while the near-twin 55/2 like yours WON'T SELL for US$10.

In short: This is the wrong time to sell a Tak 55/2. Wait a few months. I will hang onto mine until the usual sales price hits US$30. Until then, it's not worth selling.

RioRico, where are you "seeing" these lenses sell for the prices you quote above? Here in the forum? Where you live? I ask because all else I've read indicates screwmount Takumars have been "discovered" by the public and are going at higher prices than the past few years. Other threads in this forum lament how "crazy" the Ebay auctions are in regards to what Taks are selling for. I'm not saying that the OP's 55/2 is worth its weight in gold, but I think telling the guy his lens "is not worth selling" might be a bit strong right now. I've had good success selling my Taks as of late, and while I won't retire on the money, I didn't give them away either.

Things aren't that bad for Tak sellers. At least in the places that I buy and sell.

11-25-2010, 07:27 AM	#1
infoseeker New Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: bradford west yorks Posts: 3	SMC takumar 1:2/55 Lens Hello folks, Can anybody help me? I have in my possession, quite a lot of camera gear that belonged to my late Brother-in-law and I am attempting to sell them on behalf of his Widow.I have had success using eBay but I am stuck trying to find any history on the above lens. As I don't want to avoid "giving" items away, does anyone know anything about it?? Thanks

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infoseeker New Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: bradford west yorks Posts: 3 Original Poster	Thanks stover98074, I have had a look at this link and although it does not list my particular lens (1.8 is the nearest) it has given me some idea of prices.

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Porga Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Photos: Albums Posts: 476	Originally posted by infoseeker Thanks stover98074, I have had a look at this link and although it does not list my particular lens (1.8 is the nearest) it has given me some idea of prices. You did not look carefuly SMC/Super-/Auto-Takumar 55mm F2 Lens Reviews - Pentax Lens Review Database

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infoseeker New Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: bradford west yorks Posts: 3 Original Poster	Thanks Poga, I think I need some new "lenses" as well. Regards

11-30-2010, 05:10 AM	#6
RioRico Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Limbo, California Posts: 11,263	The Tak or Super Tak 55/2 is an extremely good lens. It is also quite common, and quite cheap. It has exactly the same optics as the coveted Tak 55/1.8; its aperture is just mechanically limited from opening the slight bit further. I've seen 55/1.8's sell for US$50 (and I just bought a much more desirable Super Tak 50/1.4 for less than that) while the near-twin 55/2 like yours WON'T SELL for US$10. In short: This is the wrong time to sell a Tak 55/2. Wait a few months. I will hang onto mine until the usual sales price hits US$30. Until then, it's not worth selling.

11-30-2010, 05:49 AM	#7
germar Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: North Palm Beach, Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 728	Originally posted by RioRico The Tak or Super Tak 55/2 is an extremely good lens. It is also quite common, and quite cheap. It has exactly the same optics as the coveted Tak 55/1.8; its aperture is just mechanically limited from opening the slight bit further. I've seen 55/1.8's sell for US$50 (and I just bought a much more desirable Super Tak 50/1.4 for less than that) while the near-twin 55/2 like yours WON'T SELL for US$10. In short: This is the wrong time to sell a Tak 55/2. Wait a few months. I will hang onto mine until the usual sales price hits US$30. Until then, it's not worth selling. RioRico, where are you "seeing" these lenses sell for the prices you quote above? Here in the forum? Where you live? I ask because all else I've read indicates screwmount Takumars have been "discovered" by the public and are going at higher prices than the past few years. Other threads in this forum lament how "crazy" the Ebay auctions are in regards to what Taks are selling for. I'm not saying that the OP's 55/2 is worth its weight in gold, but I think telling the guy his lens "is not worth selling" might be a bit strong right now. I've had good success selling my Taks as of late, and while I won't retire on the money, I didn't give them away either. Things aren't that bad for Tak sellers. At least in the places that I buy and sell.