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SMC Pentax 67 105mm f/2.4
Pentax · 1999-2008
The SMC Pentax 67 105mm f/2.4 is considered by many to be the finest portrait lens ever made. Equivalent to about 52mm on 35mm format but with an f/2.4 aperture on 6x7. The combination of medium format depth and fast aperture creates a magical rendering that has made this lens legendary.
Known for
- Portraits
- Fashion
- Wedding
- Beauty
- Editorial
Considerations
- Pentax 67 system is large
- Expensive
- Heavy
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)5/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast5/5
Flare Resistance5/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control4/5
Distortion Control5/5
Bokeh: Legendary, dreamy
Rendering: The Pentax 67 look - magical
Color: Warm, flattering skin tones
Common Issues
- Focus helicoid can become stiff
Buying Guide
Highly sought after, prices elevated. Check focus smoothness and optics carefully.
Specifications
MountPentax 67
Focal Length105mm
Max Aperturef/2.4
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades8
Min Focus1m
Filter Size67mm
Weight700g
Optical Design
FormulaDouble Gauss
Elements7
Groups5
CoatingSMC (Pentax)
Pricing
£800 - £1500
Typical used price
Mint: ~£2000
Legendary portrait lens, collector prices
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