| Latest Review Posted | S-M-C/Super Macro-Takumar 50mm F4
This review is for the late production Super Multi Coated version. I got it as a new old stock and the lens is brand new. Cannot believe this at first as this lens is at least 40 years old and the condition is excellent, complete with all the documentation like the warranty, QC check cardbox, manual etc.
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Like all other Takumars, it is extremely well made and the focus is ultra-buttery and silky smooth! In fact, it felt so much smoother than the other Takumars I have. Although this lens is using an ‘old’ Tessar design, it is extremely sharp and the resolving power is superb. The front element of the lens is recessed which shield most of the stray light from the side which act like a hood. One down side is it is F4 and the viewfinder can get dark during focusing due to the aperture size. Other than this, I don’t really find anything negative about this lens maybe the macro is not 1:1.
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