Originally posted by Cloapex I found the lens data base now. I guess i will be starting to look for the takumar 50 1,4. The takumar 90 2,8 and a wide lens.
Read up on Takumars before you start buying. They have a long history and changed significantly during their life span. My collection is all S-M-C (Super-Multi-Coated).
In order they are:
Takumar
Auto-Takumar
Super-Takumar
Super-Multi-Coated Takumar
SMC Takumar
The value is usually higher on the later models but some of the early ones command high prices as well. S-M-C and SMC have multi-coated optics, not as good as today's but state of the art then and usually quite good. You will find you need the hood as well because it makes a big difference, more than modern lenses because modern coatings are better at reducing flare.
A few to look for: 50mm f/1.4, 55mm f/1.8, 85mm f/2.5, 105mm f/2.8 those are my favorites but there are not many duds in the bunch. If you want some advice stay away from zooms of that age, modern zooms are much better.