Takumar club

Jarrod · 06-16-2014, 05:56 AM

Originally posted by altopiet

S-M-C Tak 55/1.8

The first one - plants that look like animals, cool!

Jarrod

altopiet · 06-16-2014, 06:16 AM

Originally posted by Jarrod

The first one - plants that look like animals, cool!

Jarrod

Thanks Jarrod

**chuck_c** · 06-21-2014, 07:26 AM

Originally posted by Jarrod

The first one - plants that look like animals, cool!

Jarrod

Which is why that plant is so aptly named "bird of paradise"

utak · 06-21-2014, 10:21 AM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by dunerunner

This is really nice, you got some excellent lighting here

Many thanks. It was great early morning light. And thanks everyone else for your likes for the bee.

Here's another by the Macro Takumar 50/4, a lens I highly recommend for its super sharpness, colourfulness and fun. But I've just tried a head-to-head with the Takumar 50/1.4 at f8 and have to say the fast fifty rendered better. But it doesn't do close ups like this!

Last edited by utak; 06-21-2014 at 12:08 PM. Reason: Changed lens/photo

**Pepe Guitarra** · 06-21-2014, 12:18 PM

Originally posted by utak

Many thanks. It was great early morning light. And thanks everyone else for your likes for the bee.

Here's another by the Macro Takumar 50/4, a lens I highly recommend for its super sharpness, colourfulness and fun. But I've just tried a head-to-head with the Takumar 50/1.4 at f8 and have to say the fast fifty rendered better. But it doesn't do close ups like this!

Lovely

micromacro · 06-21-2014, 12:33 PM

Originally posted by utak

But it doesn't do close ups like this!

What a beauty!

**chuck_c** · 06-21-2014, 01:33 PM

Originally posted by utak

Here's another by the Macro Takumar 50/4, a lens I highly recommend for its super sharpness, colourfulness and fun. But I've just tried a head-to-head with the Takumar 50/1.4 at f8 and have to say the fast fifty rendered better. But it doesn't do close ups like this!

Super sharpness indeed, nice shot ! I acquired the S-M-C Macro Tak 50/4 just a few weeks ago, by chance. Other than a few early test shots, one of which I posted here, https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/122-lens-clubs/31601-takumar-club-4.html#post2827208I, I haven't had the time to shot with it again, yet. But I, as well, am impressed with its sharpness and can second your recommendation.

Jean Poitiers · 06-21-2014, 01:36 PM

Originally posted by utak

Many thanks. It was great early morning light. And thanks everyone else for your likes for the bee.

Here's another by the Macro Takumar 50/4, a lens I highly recommend for its super sharpness, colourfulness and fun. But I've just tried a head-to-head with the Takumar 50/1.4 at f8 and have to say the fast fifty rendered better. But it doesn't do close ups like this!

Wonderful utak ... Again, please submit some of your Tak captures to PF's Exclusive Gallery ... they are really great !!! Salut, J

OftheManor · 06-21-2014, 10:41 PM - **2 Likes**

We took a little road trip in Southern BC last week. I decided to take a few Takumar lenses with me.

These were taken on the Kettle River near Rock Creek. The trestle is on a trail that follows the old Kettle Valley railroad.

altopiet · 06-21-2014, 10:48 PM

Originally posted by chuck_c

Which is why that plant is so aptly named "bird of paradise"

+1, one usually see shots from the side, thought I'd try another perspective

OftheManor · 06-21-2014, 11:03 PM

Same trip as previous post

Weather proved to get a little on the dreary side.

New Denver; an abandoned store front taken over on the inside and outside by this vine.

Last two downtown Kaslo

Detail on the SS Moyie on display in Kaslo

hinman · 06-23-2014, 01:28 AM

Shot with Takumar 35mm f/2.0 wide open

Recently get Takumar 85mm f/1.9

Shot with Takumar 85mm f/1.9 wide open

DSC02958 by
hin_man, on Flickr
Shot with Takumar 85mm f/1.9 wide open

Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 is my favorite

I am on the lookout for the Takumar 50mm f/1.4 either the 7-element or the 8 element version. I know that the 8-element is special. I recently got one from Japan and I had to return it right away because of loose focusing ring. My beat up 8-element copy was not as good as my 55mm f/1.8. I might have gotten one that was in bad shape. Is the 7-element version of 50mm f/1.4 worth getting? Can someone share their experience why the 8-element is so much more sought after? What makes it so special and why is the frequent yellowing on the 8-element not a concern?

Cheers,
Hin

Erd§ · 06-23-2014, 03:36 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by hinman

Can someone share their experience why the 8-element is so much more sought after? What makes it so special and why is the frequent yellowing on the 8-element not a concern?

The 8-element does not yellow since it doesn't contain the thoriated element. It's the 7-element tak that tends to yellow.
I think most owners (myself included) would be unable to satisfactorily explain why they find it special. A few years ago, I evaluated both for a few months before shelving the 7-element. There was just something about the images from the 8-element that made me smile...and still does.

**Pepe Guitarra** · 06-23-2014, 09:51 AM

Originally posted by hinman

Shot with Takumar 35mm f/2.0 wide open

Recently get Takumar 85mm f/1.9

Shot with Takumar 85mm f/1.9 wide open

DSC02958 by
hin_man, on Flickr
Shot with Takumar 85mm f/1.9 wide open

Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 is my favorite

I am on the lookout for the Takumar 50mm f/1.4 either the 7-element or the 8 element version. I know that the 8-element is special. I recently got one from Japan and I had to return it right away because of loose focusing ring. My beat up 8-element copy was not as good as my 55mm f/1.8. I might have gotten one that was in bad shape. Is the 7-element version of 50mm f/1.4 worth getting? Can someone share their experience why the 8-element is so much more sought after? What makes it so special and why is the frequent yellowing on the 8-element not a concern?

Cheers,
Hin

Hi Hin;
I have the 8 element and is good. I do not see much difference in the results. However, from time to times, I do notice a really nice tri-dimensionality in the photos taken with the 8 element lens.

hinman · 06-23-2014, 09:59 AM

Originally posted by Erd§

The 8-element does not yellow since it doesn't contain the thoriated element. It's the 7-element tak that tends to yellow.
I think most owners (myself included) would be unable to satisfactorily explain why they find it special. A few years ago, I evaluated both for a few months before shelving the 7-element. There was just something about the images from the 8-element that made me smile...and still does.

Thanks for you inputs. Knowledge is powerful. I was confused about the yellowing. The information in the web is everywhere and some can be misleading. Some ebay seller even claim the goodness of the yellowing glass.

Originally posted by Pepe Guitarra

Hi Hin;
I have the 8 element and is good. I do not see much difference in the results. However, from time to times, I do notice a really nice tri-dimensionality in the photos taken with the 8 element lens.

I will try to get an 8-element version for the 50mm f/1.4 when the right timing comes. And my 2nd choice is to get the A 50mm f/1.4 which can be cheaper and when used on the Pentax body, it is nice to have recording of the exif. I have a love bite with almost all of the Takumar lenses. Those slower lenses in the 28 f/3.5 and 35mm f/3.5 are so good that I think those are really good underrated gems to have in one's possession. Too bad the 24mm f/3.5 is priced much higher; otherwise, I would have gotten one.

Cheers,
Hin

06-21-2014, 10:41 PM - 2 Likes	#12639
OftheManor Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: BC Lower Mainland Posts: 118	Auto-Takumar 55 1.8 We took a little road trip in Southern BC last week. I decided to take a few Takumar lenses with me. These were taken on the Kettle River near Rock Creek. The trestle is on a trail that follows the old Kettle Valley railroad.

06-21-2014, 11:03 PM	#12641
OftheManor Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: BC Lower Mainland Posts: 118	Super-Takumar 35 3.5 Same trip as previous post Weather proved to get a little on the dreary side. New Denver; an abandoned store front taken over on the inside and outside by this vine. Last two downtown Kaslo Detail on the SS Moyie on display in Kaslo

06-23-2014, 01:28 AM	#12642
hinman Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Fremont, CA Photos: Albums Posts: 3,473	Shot with Takumar 35mm f/2.0 wide open Shot with Takumar 35mm f/2.0 wide open Recently get Takumar 85mm f/1.9 Shot with Takumar 85mm f/1.9 wide open DSC02958 by hin_man, on Flickr Shot with Takumar 85mm f/1.9 wide open Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 is my favorite Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 is my favorite I am on the lookout for the Takumar 50mm f/1.4 either the 7-element or the 8 element version. I know that the 8-element is special. I recently got one from Japan and I had to return it right away because of loose focusing ring. My beat up 8-element copy was not as good as my 55mm f/1.8. I might have gotten one that was in bad shape. Is the 7-element version of 50mm f/1.4 worth getting? Can someone share their experience why the 8-element is so much more sought after? What makes it so special and why is the frequent yellowing on the 8-element not a concern? Cheers, Hin Last edited by hinman; 06-23-2014 at 08:51 AM.

06-23-2014, 09:51 AM	#12644
Pepe Guitarra Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,223	Originally posted by hinman Shot with Takumar 35mm f/2.0 wide open Shot with Takumar 35mm f/2.0 wide open Recently get Takumar 85mm f/1.9 Shot with Takumar 85mm f/1.9 wide open DSC02958 by hin_man, on Flickr Shot with Takumar 85mm f/1.9 wide open Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 is my favorite Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 is my favorite I am on the lookout for the Takumar 50mm f/1.4 either the 7-element or the 8 element version. I know that the 8-element is special. I recently got one from Japan and I had to return it right away because of loose focusing ring. My beat up 8-element copy was not as good as my 55mm f/1.8. I might have gotten one that was in bad shape. Is the 7-element version of 50mm f/1.4 worth getting? Can someone share their experience why the 8-element is so much more sought after? What makes it so special and why is the frequent yellowing on the 8-element not a concern? Cheers, Hin Hi Hin; I have the 8 element and is good. I do not see much difference in the results. However, from time to times, I do notice a really nice tri-dimensionality in the photos taken with the 8 element lens.

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06-16-2014, 05:56 AM	#12631
Jarrod New Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Sydney Posts: 16	Originally posted by altopiet S-M-C Tak 55/1.8 The first one - plants that look like animals, cool! Jarrod

06-16-2014, 06:16 AM	#12632
altopiet Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: The Gem of the Karoo, South Africa Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,307	Originally posted by Jarrod The first one - plants that look like animals, cool! Jarrod Thanks Jarrod

06-21-2014, 07:26 AM	#12633
chuck_c Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Westerville, OH Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,588	Originally posted by Jarrod The first one - plants that look like animals, cool! Jarrod Which is why that plant is so aptly named "bird of paradise"

06-21-2014, 10:21 AM - 4 Likes	#12634
utak Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 928	Originally posted by dunerunner This is really nice, you got some excellent lighting here Many thanks. It was great early morning light. And thanks everyone else for your likes for the bee. Here's another by the Macro Takumar 50/4, a lens I highly recommend for its super sharpness, colourfulness and fun. But I've just tried a head-to-head with the Takumar 50/1.4 at f8 and have to say the fast fifty rendered better. But it doesn't do close ups like this! Last edited by utak; 06-21-2014 at 12:08 PM. Reason: Changed lens/photo

06-21-2014, 12:18 PM	#12635
Pepe Guitarra Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,223	Originally posted by utak Many thanks. It was great early morning light. And thanks everyone else for your likes for the bee. Here's another by the Macro Takumar 50/4, a lens I highly recommend for its super sharpness, colourfulness and fun. But I've just tried a head-to-head with the Takumar 50/1.4 at f8 and have to say the fast fifty rendered better. But it doesn't do close ups like this! Lovely

06-21-2014, 12:33 PM	#12636
micromacro Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Florida Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,722	Originally posted by utak But it doesn't do close ups like this! What a beauty!

06-21-2014, 01:33 PM	#12637
chuck_c Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Westerville, OH Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,588	Originally posted by utak Here's another by the Macro Takumar 50/4, a lens I highly recommend for its super sharpness, colourfulness and fun. But I've just tried a head-to-head with the Takumar 50/1.4 at f8 and have to say the fast fifty rendered better. But it doesn't do close ups like this! Super sharpness indeed, nice shot ! I acquired the S-M-C Macro Tak 50/4 just a few weeks ago, by chance. Other than a few early test shots, one of which I posted here, https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/122-lens-clubs/31601-takumar-club-4.html#post2827208I, I haven't had the time to shot with it again, yet. But I, as well, am impressed with its sharpness and can second your recommendation.

06-21-2014, 01:36 PM	#12638
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Originally posted by utak Many thanks. It was great early morning light. And thanks everyone else for your likes for the bee. Here's another by the Macro Takumar 50/4, a lens I highly recommend for its super sharpness, colourfulness and fun. But I've just tried a head-to-head with the Takumar 50/1.4 at f8 and have to say the fast fifty rendered better. But it doesn't do close ups like this! Wonderful utak ... Again, please submit some of your Tak captures to PF's Exclusive Gallery ... they are really great !!! *Salut*, J

06-21-2014, 10:48 PM	#12640
altopiet Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: The Gem of the Karoo, South Africa Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,307	Originally posted by chuck_c Which is why that plant is so aptly named "bird of paradise" +1, one usually see shots from the side, thought I'd try another perspective

06-23-2014, 03:36 AM - 1 Like	#12643
Erd§ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: SEQ Posts: 323	Originally posted by hinman Can someone share their experience why the 8-element is so much more sought after? What makes it so special and why is the frequent yellowing on the 8-element not a concern? The 8-element does not yellow since it doesn't contain the thoriated element. It's the 7-element tak that tends to yellow. I think most owners (myself included) would be unable to satisfactorily explain why they find it special. A few years ago, I evaluated both for a few months before shelving the 7-element. There was just something about the images from the 8-element that made me smile...and still does.

06-23-2014, 09:59 AM	#12645
hinman Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Fremont, CA Photos: Albums Posts: 3,473	Originally posted by Erd§ The 8-element does not yellow since it doesn't contain the thoriated element. It's the 7-element tak that tends to yellow. I think most owners (myself included) would be unable to satisfactorily explain why they find it special. A few years ago, I evaluated both for a few months before shelving the 7-element. There was just something about the images from the 8-element that made me smile...and still does. Thanks for you inputs. Knowledge is powerful. I was confused about the yellowing. The information in the web is everywhere and some can be misleading. Some ebay seller even claim the goodness of the yellowing glass. Originally posted by Pepe Guitarra Hi Hin; I have the 8 element and is good. I do not see much difference in the results. However, from time to times, I do notice a really nice tri-dimensionality in the photos taken with the 8 element lens. I will try to get an 8-element version for the 50mm f/1.4 when the right timing comes. And my 2nd choice is to get the A 50mm f/1.4 which can be cheaper and when used on the Pentax body, it is nice to have recording of the exif. I have a love bite with almost all of the Takumar lenses. Those slower lenses in the 28 f/3.5 and 35mm f/3.5 are so good that I think those are really good underrated gems to have in one's possession. Too bad the 24mm f/3.5 is priced much higher; otherwise, I would have gotten one. Cheers, Hin