Takumar club

**Pepe Guitarra** · 09-11-2013, 08:57 PM

Originally posted by Asahiflex

Some recent photos with my precious black + chrome "Sonnar" Takumars. Not bad for 60 year old lenses, eh?

(The 83mm Takumar is the reason why I sold my FA* 85/1.4, FA77 Limited, M85/2 and 85mm f/1.8 S-M-C Takumars. I really like the Sonnar-look. But of course I kept my 85mm f/4.5 Ultra-Achromatic).

You can make any photo good, so I doubt the lens has anything to do with it.

BTW, how come you let the SMC 85/1.8 go and kept the SMC 85/1.9? I have read that the f1.8 is better lens. Thanks,

utak · 09-12-2013, 02:49 PM

Colours and bokeh from the great S-M-C Takumar 50mm 1.4.

plus a cat x-posted on pets - Number 57's cat was not happy at being woken up....

SyncGuy · 09-13-2013, 02:54 AM

Originally posted by Pepe Guitarra

You can make any photo good, so I doubt the lens has anything to do with it.

BTW, how come you let the SMC 85/1.8 go and kept the SMC 85/1.9? I have read that the f1.8 is better lens. Thanks,

Hmm.... I think you're mistaken..

The SMC 85/1.8 is better than the SMC 85/1.9 but he's comparing it to the rare Tak 83/1.9..

ToyTank · 09-13-2013, 10:20 AM - **1 Like**

I had been waiting for almost a month for the moon-between weather, smoke, daytime moon, etc. Much better than the F100-300 I had tried before. Tele-Tak 400/5.6 ISO320 1/80 F16 Heavy Crop

dfujevec · 09-13-2013, 12:37 PM - **2 Likes**

Takumar 58mm f2,4 on Canon EOS 5dmkII

numshah · 09-15-2013, 01:31 AM

I recently got the chance to cover a dance performance from the wings, which was the first major time my Takumar 200mm f3.5 saw great use. These were mostly shot at ISO 800, 1/200 - 1/320, and f3.5 - 5.6 on my Sony A55. I am pleasantly surprised with its optical quality, and even with the focusing difficulties presented by the ridiculously long focus throw and tiny DoF, I found the lens pretty forgiving on focusing errors. Another source of focusing error would be the drop in contrast when this lens flares, which it does A LOT. This makes it hard to tell when things are sharp, and creates a hazy image. I found a good way to remove this in Lightroom would be to reduce the contrast slider, then usea heavy S curve along with clarity to reduce its effect. A few of these shots are spot-on, but some are slightly off. With proper micro-contrast processing and good levels and curves adjustments, most are passable. Another thing to note, stage lights can be very intensely colored, making it impossible to obtain a satisfactory white balance. Try playing with cross processing and complementary colors to neutralize any strong color casts. Cheers!

Nikonshooter · 09-15-2013, 01:41 AM

The Takumar 200mm f3.5 is my favorite only behind the 135 2.5

numshah · 09-15-2013, 02:18 AM

Originally posted by Nikonshooter

The Takumar 200mm f3.5 is my favorite only behind the 135 2.5

Any tips on helping nail the focus? It is even harder on cropped bodies like mine, as it becomes a 300mm f3.5. Of the 5 I posted. Only the last 2 IMO were spot-on. :/

bigsur · 09-15-2013, 02:26 AM - **1 Like**

Grass and sand. par Horve, on ipernity

Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 55/1.8

azmi · 09-15-2013, 05:18 AM - **1 Like**

somewhere at New Brighton, nz

arsn.r3d · 09-17-2013, 05:08 PM

K-x + Super Tak 50 1.4

Andi Lo · 09-17-2013, 05:54 PM

Originally posted by numshah

Any tips on helping nail the focus? It is even harder on cropped bodies like mine, as it becomes a 300mm f3.5. Of the 5 I posted. Only the last 2 IMO were spot-on. :/

Imho this lens is not really suited for fast moving subjects. You can prefocus and then use burst shooting while the subject is approaching your plane of focus, but that's almost like spray and pray at this length.

It's possible to use catch in focus but in pentax you're limited to using the center point

I recommend just to use an AF lens for this kind of job, or use a shorter FL Tak :x

numshah · 09-17-2013, 08:37 PM

Originally posted by Andi Lo

Imho this lens is not really suited for fast moving subjects. You can prefocus and then use burst shooting while the subject is approaching your plane of focus, but that's almost like spray and pray at this length.

It's possible to use catch in focus but in pentax you're limited to using the center point

I recommend just to use an AF lens for this kind of job, or use a shorter FL Tak :x

And that right there is an argument for a 135mm f2.5 Tak. YES FEED AND JUSTIFY MY LBA

doggy1972 · 09-18-2013, 12:50 AM

Originally posted by Asahiflex

Some recent photos with my precious black + chrome "Sonnar" Takumars. Not bad for 60 year old lenses, eh?

(The 83mm Takumar is the reason why I sold my FA* 85/1.4, FA77 Limited, M85/2 and 85mm f/1.8 S-M-C Takumars. I really like the Sonnar-look. But of course I kept my 85mm f/4.5 Ultra-Achromatic).

Beautiful colour,contrast and sharpness.The second shot is particularly impressive for an MF lens. Was this taken using catch in focus. Very impressive technique BTW

utak · 09-19-2013, 12:45 AM - **1 Like**

Moon and house lights. I like the colors...posted in abstract!

09-11-2013, 08:57 PM	#11896
Pepe Guitarra Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,223	Old lenses Originally posted by Asahiflex Some recent photos with my precious black + chrome "Sonnar" Takumars. Not bad for 60 year old lenses, eh? (The 83mm Takumar is the reason why I sold my FA* 85/1.4, FA77 Limited, M85/2 and 85mm f/1.8 S-M-C Takumars. I really like the Sonnar-look. But of course I kept my 85mm f/4.5 Ultra-Achromatic). You can make any photo good, so I doubt the lens has anything to do with it. BTW, how come you let the SMC 85/1.8 go and kept the SMC 85/1.9? I have read that the f1.8 is better lens. Thanks,

09-12-2013, 02:49 PM	#11897
utak Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 928	Colours and bokeh from the great S-M-C Takumar 50mm 1.4. plus a cat x-posted on pets - Number 57's cat was not happy at being woken up.... Last edited by utak; 09-13-2013 at 02:08 AM. Reason: Wanted to point out first picture is unprocessed except for incorrect SMC text!

09-15-2013, 01:31 AM	#11901
numshah Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 25	Takumar 200mm f3.5 I recently got the chance to cover a dance performance from the wings, which was the first major time my Takumar 200mm f3.5 saw great use. These were mostly shot at ISO 800, 1/200 - 1/320, and f3.5 - 5.6 on my Sony A55. I am pleasantly surprised with its optical quality, and even with the focusing difficulties presented by the ridiculously long focus throw and tiny DoF, I found the lens pretty forgiving on focusing errors. Another source of focusing error would be the drop in contrast when this lens flares, which it does A LOT. This makes it hard to tell when things are sharp, and creates a hazy image. I found a good way to remove this in Lightroom would be to reduce the contrast slider, then usea heavy S curve along with clarity to reduce its effect. A few of these shots are spot-on, but some are slightly off. With proper micro-contrast processing and good levels and curves adjustments, most are passable. Another thing to note, stage lights can be very intensely colored, making it impossible to obtain a satisfactory white balance. Try playing with cross processing and complementary colors to neutralize any strong color casts. Cheers! Attached Images

09-15-2013, 05:18 AM - 1 Like	#11905
azmi Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Christchurch New Zealand Photos: Albums Posts: 28	somewhere at New Brighton, nz Attached Images

09-17-2013, 05:54 PM	#11907
Andi Lo Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia Posts: 2,924	Originally posted by numshah Any tips on helping nail the focus? It is even harder on cropped bodies like mine, as it becomes a 300mm f3.5. Of the 5 I posted. Only the last 2 IMO were spot-on. :/ Imho this lens is not really suited for fast moving subjects. You can prefocus and then use burst shooting while the subject is approaching your plane of focus, but that's almost like spray and pray at this length. It's possible to use catch in focus but in pentax you're limited to using the center point I recommend just to use an AF lens for this kind of job, or use a shorter FL Tak :x Last edited by Andi Lo; 09-17-2013 at 06:09 PM.

09-13-2013, 02:54 AM	#11898
SyncGuy Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 821	Originally posted by Pepe Guitarra You can make any photo good, so I doubt the lens has anything to do with it. BTW, how come you let the SMC 85/1.8 go and kept the SMC 85/1.9? I have read that the f1.8 is better lens. Thanks, Hmm.... I think you're mistaken.. The SMC 85/1.8 is better than the SMC 85/1.9 but he's comparing it to the rare Tak 83/1.9..

09-13-2013, 10:20 AM - 1 Like	#11899
ToyTank Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 675	I had been waiting for almost a month for the moon-between weather, smoke, daytime moon, etc. Much better than the F100-300 I had tried before. Tele-Tak 400/5.6 ISO320 1/80 F16 Heavy Crop

09-13-2013, 12:37 PM - 2 Likes	#11900
dfujevec Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Slovenija Photos: Gallery Posts: 145	Takumar 58mm f2,4 on Canon EOS 5dmkII

09-15-2013, 01:41 AM	#11902
Nikonshooter Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 118	The Takumar 200mm f3.5 is my favorite only behind the 135 2.5

09-15-2013, 02:18 AM	#11903
numshah Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 25	Originally posted by Nikonshooter The Takumar 200mm f3.5 is my favorite only behind the 135 2.5 Any tips on helping nail the focus? It is even harder on cropped bodies like mine, as it becomes a 300mm f3.5. Of the 5 I posted. Only the last 2 IMO were spot-on. :/

09-15-2013, 02:26 AM - 1 Like	#11904
bigsur Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Scotland Posts: 37	Grass and sand. par Horve, on ipernity Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 55/1.8

09-17-2013, 05:08 PM	#11906
arsn.r3d Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 303	K-x + Super Tak 50 1.4

09-17-2013, 08:37 PM	#11908
numshah Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 25	Originally posted by Andi Lo Imho this lens is not really suited for fast moving subjects. You can prefocus and then use burst shooting while the subject is approaching your plane of focus, but that's almost like spray and pray at this length. It's possible to use catch in focus but in pentax you're limited to using the center point I recommend just to use an AF lens for this kind of job, or use a shorter FL Tak :x And that right there is an argument for a 135mm f2.5 Tak. YES FEED AND JUSTIFY MY LBA Last edited by numshah; 09-19-2013 at 02:14 AM.

09-18-2013, 12:50 AM	#11909
doggy1972 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 217	Originally posted by Asahiflex Some recent photos with my precious black + chrome "Sonnar" Takumars. Not bad for 60 year old lenses, eh? (The 83mm Takumar is the reason why I sold my FA* 85/1.4, FA77 Limited, M85/2 and 85mm f/1.8 S-M-C Takumars. I really like the Sonnar-look. But of course I kept my 85mm f/4.5 Ultra-Achromatic). Beautiful colour,contrast and sharpness.The second shot is particularly impressive for an MF lens. Was this taken using catch in focus. Very impressive technique BTW

09-19-2013, 12:45 AM - 1 Like	#11910
utak Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 928	Moon and house lights. I like the colors...posted in abstract!

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