Auto-Takumar 1:1.8 f=55mm
Auto-Takumar 1:1.9 f=55mm

Description and Review

Description, Notes & Specifications

Manufactured:1958—1959
Camera Mount:M42x1
Lens Elements / Groups:6 / 5
Diaphragm Type:semi-automatic
Diaphragm Blades:
Angle of View:43°
Maximum Aperture:f/1·8
Minimum Aperture:f/22
Minimum Focus Distance:0·55 metres
Magnification Factor:
Filter Size:ø 46 mm (screw)
Length:
Largest Diameter:
Weight:
Product Number:332
Serial Number Range:
My Serial Number:

Distance engravings in white.

This is the only Takumar lens with the black and chrome focus ring. An all black version also exists.

Variations: The front bezel reads either “Auto-Takumar 1:1.8 f=55mm” or “Auto-Takumar 1:1.9 f=55mm”.

The “f/1·9” was exclusively supplied with the Tower 29 cameras, sold by Sears, Roebuck & Co.

Review

Recommended: Not Tested

References

  1. van Oosten, G. 1999. The Ultimate Asahi Pentax Screw Mount Guide. Uitgeverij Jansz.