Asahi Super Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Review

Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Model I Verdict

If one of these can be found, its status and reputation unfortunately means that the price will be higher. It may also be inflated by the collectors market. What a fair price would be is something for debate, but if a good sample can be found at a price that seems acceptable to the buyer, then it will be an excellent lens to own. And, hopefully, to use.

Does it have a special quality? Yes, it probably does. There needs to be a longer period to explore the possibilities, but in this short review period the lens has certainly delivered. Without doubt there will be a pang of regret when it has to go back, which does indicate that this journey of discovery was worth the effort.

Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Pros

Excellent overall performance
Lovely bokeh
Beautifully and elegantly engineered
Legendary status
Intuitive ergonomics

Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Cons

Manual focus won't suit some
Potentially inflated price as a collectable

Features: 3.5/5

Handling: 4.5/5

Performance: 4.5/5

Value: 4.5/5

Overall Verdict

4.5/5

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