| Latest Review Posted | S-M-C/Super Takumar 300mm F4
Now this is a cool lens! I bought it from an online auction for almost $270, it's the latest SMC model. Seems to be a bit higher price than most of the others here paid for it, but it is in absolute mint condition.
It was my first "super tele", and I really like this one. It's not quite as sharp as the later *-models, but able to produce quite impressive images, especially if stopped down a bit. Even though it does not have a gazillion number of diaphragm blades it creates a nice smooth bokeh. I also love the styling of this lens. It's oh so cool and 70s.
On the downside it could have had a tripod mount, although it is quite nice to do handheld shooting with. As someone pointed out earlier in this thread it can sometimes feel like it takes forever to focus, but you'll have very precise control of it. The minimum focus distance can be a bit annoying.
All in all a good performer. A cool thing to put on you K20 if you want people to stare at you :) Even if I do cash out for a DA* 300, I don't think I would sell this one. It's just such a nice thing to have and to prove the wonderful craftsmanship that went into building lenses like this some 30 years ago. |
