Takumar club

Nikonshooter · 03-02-2013, 12:04 AM

It's when you lift the lens off the camera body slightly to change the focus area.

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-Hunt

Mike Cash · 03-02-2013, 12:40 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Nikonshooter

It's when you lift the lens off the camera body slightly to change the focus area.

302 Found

-Hunt

Thanks, I had never heard of that.

I already have a Lens Baby, though.

natestation · 03-02-2013, 12:02 PM

Originally posted by Mike Cash

Thanks, I had never heard of that. I already have a Lens Baby, though.

Mike, pretty similar concept. I imagine the lens baby would be a lot less at risk to introduce dirt and light artifacts; That being said, free lensing is cheap, and it was pretty fun. I'd like to try reversing the lens to get some macro shots.

**monochrome** · 03-02-2013, 03:40 PM

Originally posted by leadguitarest

Hope someone on here knows more then me on these cameras..

Here's a very detailed History of the Early Pentax Cameras and lenses including many photos. I'm quite certain you will find information about yours.

Depending on the condition of the body and lens they should have significant value (operating condition but not perfect). Prices get higher as you add better condition and accessories. Here is my K with Auto-Takumar 55/1.8 (unfortunately lacking the original "Takumar" lens cap, which was thrown out with the bubble wrap). It is probably worth $300 - $350 as is and there are more of them out there. Yours appears to be an AP. It is likely more desireable.

Last edited by monochrome; 03-02-2013 at 03:46 PM.

**chuck_c** · 03-02-2013, 04:35 PM

I've had the Tak 55/1.8 and 135/3.5 for about a year. I acquired them along with a Spotmatic F for a really good price. I just haven't had the time to shoot with them. Then recently I happened upon a very good deal on Tak 200/3.5. So I decided that it was time to give these Taks a go, and that it would be quicker,and easier, to get the M42 adapter for my K-5 to try them out. As opposed to getting film and a new battery for the Spotmatic F, as well as waiting to get the film processed. So anyway, this is my first posting from my first Tak shoot, and more to follow...

**Jacquot** · 03-02-2013, 05:46 PM

Nice shot of a nice doggie.

Mike Cash · 03-02-2013, 07:14 PM

Originally posted by chuck_c

I've had the Tak 55/1.8 and 135/3.5 for about a year. I acquired them along with a Spotmatic F for a really good price. I just haven't had the time to shoot with them. Then recently I happened upon a very good deal on Tak 200/3.5. So I decided that it was time to give these Taks a go, and that it would be quicker,and easier, to get the M42 adapter for my K-5 to try them out. As opposed to getting film and a new battery for the Spotmatic F, as well as waiting to get the film processed. So anyway, this is my first posting from my first Tak shoot, and more to follow...

It's habit forming. Later on don't act like nobody warned you.

Pentax K-5
Takumar 105/2.8 (Preset)

**chuck_c** · 03-02-2013, 07:47 PM

Originally posted by Jacquot

Nice shot of a nice doggie.

Thanks Jacquot, he is one of my favorite and most willing subjects.

Originally posted by Mike Cash

It's habit forming. Later on don't act like nobody warned you.

LOL. I know only too well what you're saying. Sadly I am already no stranger to LBA.

Nikonshooter · 03-02-2013, 10:17 PM

Originally posted by chuck_c

I've had the Tak 55/1.8 and 135/3.5 for about a year. I acquired them along with a Spotmatic F for a really good price. I just haven't had the time to shoot with them. Then recently I happened upon a very good deal on Tak 200/3.5. So I decided that it was time to give these Taks a go, and that it would be quicker,and easier, to get the M42 adapter for my K-5 to try them out. As opposed to getting film and a new battery for the Spotmatic F, as well as waiting to get the film processed. So anyway, this is my first posting from my first Tak shoot, and more to follow...

I can't wait to see what the Tak 200 3.5 produces. I have one but haven't been able to shoot much with it because of work.

-Hunt

Mike Cash · 03-02-2013, 11:28 PM

Pentax K-5
Takumar 105/2.8 (Preset)

**k0og** · 03-03-2013, 08:15 AM

Originally posted by Mike Cash

...

Pentax K-5
Takumar 105/2.8 (Preset)

You're doing good at getting KIF (Kids In Flight) lately Mike!

-Joe-

vladimiroltean · 03-03-2013, 01:45 PM

Sorry for the non-Takumar picture, it was taken with my Industar 61 L/Z, but the subject is still Takumar-related.

Mike Cash · 03-03-2013, 03:31 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by k0og

You're doing good at getting KIF (Kids In Flight) lately Mike!

-Joe-

My "airborne" troops. It is very unusual to get one two days in a row like that. They are rare opportunities to begin with....you have mere seconds to be on them, focus, and hope you can catch them in the air. If you don't already have the camera in hand you can pretty much forget about it.

There are almost always obstacles of some sort obscuring the path of travel, further limiting the chance. Then there are "half-runners"....people who start running across a wide intersection to beat the light but who invariably stop running at the halfway mark and walk the rest of the way. I've gotten to where I can spot them as soon as they start across and don't even bother getting ready for them.

Asahiflex · 03-04-2013, 05:00 AM - **1 Like**

Finally spring seems to have arrived!

85mm f/4.5 Ultra-Achromatic Takumar wide open.

Blacktorch75 · 03-04-2013, 02:28 PM - **1 Like**

Hi there! Iam new here in the forum and iam a proud owner of takumar lenses. Hope you guys enjoy this photos

All photos taken with Pentax K-30 and SMC Super Takumar 200mm F4

03-02-2013, 04:35 PM	#11390
chuck_c Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Westerville, OH Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,588	I've had the Tak 55/1.8 and 135/3.5 for about a year. I acquired them along with a Spotmatic F for a really good price. I just haven't had the time to shoot with them. Then recently I happened upon a very good deal on Tak 200/3.5. So I decided that it was time to give these Taks a go, and that it would be quicker,and easier, to get the M42 adapter for my K-5 to try them out. As opposed to getting film and a new battery for the Spotmatic F, as well as waiting to get the film processed. So anyway, this is my first posting from my first Tak shoot, and more to follow... Last edited by chuck_c; 08-31-2013 at 08:09 AM. Reason: Updated EXIF

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03-02-2013, 12:40 AM - 1 Like	#11387
Mike Cash Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Japan Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,950	Originally posted by Nikonshooter It's when you lift the lens off the camera body slightly to change the focus area. 302 Found -Hunt Thanks, I had never heard of that. I already have a Lens Baby, though.

03-02-2013, 12:02 PM	#11388
natestation Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Alaska Photos: Albums Posts: 135	Originally posted by Mike Cash Thanks, I had never heard of that. I already have a Lens Baby, though. Mike, pretty similar concept. I imagine the lens baby would be a lot less at risk to introduce dirt and light artifacts; That being said, free lensing is cheap, and it was pretty fun. I'd like to try reversing the lens to get some macro shots.

03-02-2013, 03:40 PM	#11389
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by leadguitarest Hope someone on here knows more then me on these cameras.. Here's a very detailed History of the Early Pentax Cameras and lenses including many photos. I'm quite certain you will find information about yours. Depending on the condition of the body and lens they should have significant value (operating condition but not perfect). Prices get higher as you add better condition and accessories. Here is my K with Auto-Takumar 55/1.8 (unfortunately lacking the original "Takumar" lens cap, which was thrown out with the bubble wrap). It is probably worth $300 - $350 as is and there are more of them out there. Yours appears to be an AP. It is likely more desireable. Last edited by monochrome; 03-02-2013 at 03:46 PM.

03-02-2013, 05:46 PM	#11391
Jacquot Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2008 Location: Sun City Center, FL Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,544	Nice shot of a nice doggie.

03-02-2013, 07:14 PM	#11392
Mike Cash Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Japan Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,950	Originally posted by chuck_c I've had the Tak 55/1.8 and 135/3.5 for about a year. I acquired them along with a Spotmatic F for a really good price. I just haven't had the time to shoot with them. Then recently I happened upon a very good deal on Tak 200/3.5. So I decided that it was time to give these Taks a go, and that it would be quicker,and easier, to get the M42 adapter for my K-5 to try them out. As opposed to getting film and a new battery for the Spotmatic F, as well as waiting to get the film processed. So anyway, this is my first posting from my first Tak shoot, and more to follow... It's habit forming. Later on don't act like nobody warned you. Pentax K-5 Takumar 105/2.8 (Preset)

03-02-2013, 07:47 PM	#11393
chuck_c Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Westerville, OH Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,588	Originally posted by Jacquot Nice shot of a nice doggie. Thanks Jacquot, he is one of my favorite and most willing subjects. Originally posted by Mike Cash It's habit forming. Later on don't act like nobody warned you. LOL. I know only too well what you're saying. Sadly I am already no stranger to LBA.

03-02-2013, 10:17 PM	#11394
Nikonshooter Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 118	Originally posted by chuck_c I've had the Tak 55/1.8 and 135/3.5 for about a year. I acquired them along with a Spotmatic F for a really good price. I just haven't had the time to shoot with them. Then recently I happened upon a very good deal on Tak 200/3.5. So I decided that it was time to give these Taks a go, and that it would be quicker,and easier, to get the M42 adapter for my K-5 to try them out. As opposed to getting film and a new battery for the Spotmatic F, as well as waiting to get the film processed. So anyway, this is my first posting from my first Tak shoot, and more to follow... I can't wait to see what the Tak 200 3.5 produces. I have one but haven't been able to shoot much with it because of work. -Hunt

03-02-2013, 11:28 PM	#11395
Mike Cash Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Japan Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,950	Pentax K-5 Takumar 105/2.8 (Preset)

03-03-2013, 08:15 AM	#11396
k0og Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Rolla, Missouri Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 699	Originally posted by Mike Cash ... Pentax K-5 Takumar 105/2.8 (Preset) You're doing good at getting KIF (Kids In Flight) lately Mike! -Joe-

03-03-2013, 01:45 PM	#11397
vladimiroltean Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bucharest, Romania Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,465	Sorry for the non-Takumar picture, it was taken with my Industar 61 L/Z, but the subject is still Takumar-related.

03-03-2013, 03:31 PM - 1 Like	#11398
Mike Cash Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Japan Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,950	Originally posted by k0og You're doing good at getting KIF (Kids In Flight) lately Mike! -Joe- My "airborne" troops. It is very unusual to get one two days in a row like that. They are rare opportunities to begin with....you have mere seconds to be on them, focus, and hope you can catch them in the air. If you don't already have the camera in hand you can pretty much forget about it. There are almost always obstacles of some sort obscuring the path of travel, further limiting the chance. Then there are "half-runners"....people who start running across a wide intersection to beat the light but who invariably stop running at the halfway mark and walk the rest of the way. I've gotten to where I can spot them as soon as they start across and don't even bother getting ready for them.

03-04-2013, 05:00 AM - 1 Like	#11399
Asahiflex Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Netherlands Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,795	Finally spring seems to have arrived! 85mm f/4.5 Ultra-Achromatic Takumar wide open.