Pentax 67 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar Lens
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Pentax 67 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar Lens
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Lens Overview — Pentax 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar
Key Features — Pentax 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar
105mm Medium Format Focal Length: Equivalent to roughly 50mm in 35mm terms on the Pentax 67 system, making this a natural 'normal' lens for medium format shooting.
f/2.4 Maximum Aperture: One of the faster maximum apertures available for medium format lenses, allowing handheld shooting in lower light and selective depth-of-field control.
Pentax 67 Native Mount: Designed specifically for the Pentax 67 system, ensuring direct mechanical compatibility with Pentax 67 and 6x7 bodies without adapters.
120 and 220 Film Support: Compatible with both 120 and 220 roll film formats, giving shooters flexibility in how many exposures they carry per roll.
Manual Focus Operation: Fully manual focus lens with a smooth focus ring suited to deliberate, precise shooting on medium format film bodies.
Super Takumar Optics: Built during Pentax's Super Takumar era, known for careful optical construction and rendering characteristics prized by film photographers.
Lens Specifications — Pentax 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Landscape, Studio, Creative Effects |
| Lens Mount | Pentax 67 |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Description — Pentax 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar
The Pentax 67 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar is a vintage manual focus medium format lens built for the Pentax 67 lens mount system. Produced during the 1970s, it supports shooting on 120 and 220 film formats, making it a fitting companion for film photographers working with medium format roll stock. The lens features a f/2.4 maximum aperture, a notably fast specification for medium format glass, giving photographers flexibility in controlling exposure and depth of field.
At 600g, it strikes a practical balance in weight for a medium format optic. As a manual focus SLR lens from this era, it suits photographers who prefer deliberate, hands-on focusing over automated systems. With native Pentax 67 mount compatibility, it integrates directly with Pentax 67 system cameras.
Flash compatibility is listed as None, so it functions as a standalone optical lens without integrated flash support. For collectors and working film photographers alike, this Super Takumar represents a genuine piece of medium format photographic history.
Pros — Pentax 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar
- ✓Fast f/2.4 maximum aperture for a medium format lens, offering meaningful exposure flexibility
- ✓Compatible with both 120 and 220 film formats, providing flexibility in film stock selection
- ✓Manageable weight of 600g for a medium format optic
Cons — Pentax 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for photographers who rely on AF operation
- ✗Pentax 67 mount is a niche system, limiting body compatibility options
- ✗No flash compatibility listed, restricting integrated flash-based shooting setups
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Frequently Asked Questions — Pentax 105mm f/2.4 Super Takumar
What camera mount does this lens use?+
This lens uses the Pentax 67 lens mount. It is designed specifically for Pentax 67 system bodies and is not natively compatible with other mounts without an adapter.
What film formats does this lens support?+
The lens is compatible with both 120 and 220 film formats, as listed in its specifications. This gives photographers a choice between the two most common medium format roll film stocks.
Does this lens have autofocus?+
No. This is a manual focus lens. All focusing must be done by hand, which is typical for vintage SLR lenses from the 1970s era.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 600g. This is a consistent figure with no variance listed in the specifications, making it straightforward to account for when planning a shooting kit.
When was this lens manufactured?+
According to the specifications, this lens was manufactured between 1970 and 1979. As a vintage item, individual unit condition can vary, so buyers should review the specific listing details carefully.
Is this lens compatible with flash?+
The specifications list flash compatibility as 'None.' Photographers requiring flash integration should plan accordingly when building their lighting setup around this lens.