Lens · prime
Super-Takumar 24mm f/3.5
Asahi Optical · 1968-1971
Vintage35mm
A Super-Takumar 24mm wide-angle for M42 (9 elements in 8 groups, 58mm filter thread, 25cm minimum focus).
- Focal length
- 24mm
- Max aperture
- f/3.5
- Mount
- M42 Screw
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 9 / 8
Known for
- Landscape
- Architecture
- Interiors
- Environmental portraits
Considerations
- Single coating
- 58mm filter thread
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 control3, level 3 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control3, level 3 of 5
Bokeh: Good for ultra-wide
Rendering: Sharp with controlled distortion
Colour: Warm single-coated tones
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Common issues
- Sticky aperture
- Focus wear
- Coating damage
Buying guide
Complex optics mean condition matters; check the front and rear elements carefully. The SMC version has improved coatings.
Specifications
| Mount | M42 Screw |
| Focal Length | 24mm |
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 5 |
| Min Focus | 0.25m |
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Weight | 247g |
Optical design
| Formula | Retrofocus |
| Elements | 9 |
| Groups | 8 |
| Coating | Single Coated |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £100 - £180
- Mint
- ~£250
Indicative, no dated source.