Lens · prime
Super-Multi-Coated Takumar/6x7 105mm f/2.4
Pentax · from 1969
Discontinuedmedium-format
The Takumar-branded 105mm f/2.4 that preceded the 1989 smc PENTAX 67 version. The optics are the same; the Takumar is heavier (628 g). Super-Multi-Coated Takumar/6x7 105mm f/2.4: 6 elements in 5 groups, 9 aperture blades, 1m minimum focus, 67mm filter thread, 628g.
- Focal length
- 105mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.4
- Mount
- Pentax 67
- Format
- medium-format
- Elements / groups
- 6 / 5
Known for
- Portraits
- Vintage look
Considerations
- Single coating on the 1969-1971 Super-Takumar version
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 resistance3, level 3 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control4, level 4 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Classic rendering
Rendering: Vintage Takumar
Colour: Warm
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Versions
Super-Takumar/6x7
1969-1971
Engraved SUPER-TAKUMAR/6x7 1:2.4/105
Single-coated
Super-Multi-Coated Takumar/6x7
1971-1989
Engraved Super-Multi-Coated TAKUMAR/6x7 1:2.4/105
SMC coating
Common issues
- Age-related wear
Buying guide
Check aperture operation, focus smoothness and the condition of the glass and coatings.
Specifications
| Mount | Pentax 67 |
| Focal Length | 105mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Min Focus | 1m |
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Weight | 628g |
Optical design
| Formula | Double Gauss |
| Elements | 6 |
| Groups | 5 |
| Coating | SMC (Pentax) |
Pricing
- Typical used price (US market)
- $500 - $900
- Mint
- ~$1100
Indicative, no dated source.