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SMC Pentax 67 75mm f/4.5 Shift

Pentax · 1989-c.2009

Discontinuedmedium-format

The SMC Pentax 67 75mm f/4.5 Shift is the only shift lens for the Pentax 67 system, equivalent to about 37mm on 35mm format. It shifts for architectural perspective correction and uses a preset (manual) diaphragm. SMC Pentax 67 75mm f/4.5 Shift: 9 elements in 8 groups, 10 aperture blades, 0.7m minimum focus, 82mm filter thread, 950g.

Focal length
75mm
Max aperture
f/4.5
Mount
Pentax 67
Format
medium-format
Elements / groups
9 / 8

Known for

  • Architecture
  • Interiors
  • Perspective correction
  • Product shots

Considerations

  • Shift only, no tilt
  • Some vignetting when shifted

Optical characteristics

Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.

Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast4, level 4 of 5
Flare resistance4, level 4 of 5
CA control3, level 3 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control3, level 3 of 5

Bokeh: Standard

Rendering: Perspective control

Colour: Warm Pentax

Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.

Versions

smc PENTAX-6x7 SHIFT

1979-1989

Engraved smc PENTAX-6x7 75mm F4.5 SHIFT

smc PENTAX 67 SHIFT

1989-c.2009

Engraved smc PENTAX 67 SHIFT 1:4.5 75mm

Same optics

Common issues

  • Shift mechanism can develop play

Buying guide

Verify shift mechanism moves smoothly. Specialized lens.

Specifications

MountPentax 67
Focal Length75mm
Max Aperturef/4.5
Min Aperturef/32
Aperture Blades10
Min Focus0.7m
Filter Size82mm
Weight950g

Optical design

FormulaRetrofocus
Elements9
Groups8
CoatingSMC (Pentax)

Pricing

Typical used price (US market)
$500 - $850
Mint
~$1000

Indicative, no dated source.