Pentax Super-Takumar 28mm f/3.5 - M42 Mount

The Super-Takumar 28mm f/3.5 is a wide-angle lens for M42 screw mount cameras, featuring a seven-element construction. It is highly regarded for its compact size, excellent build quality, and sharpness when stopped down. The lens is particularly well-suited for landscape and street photography where a deep depth of field is beneficial. Its simple manual controls and tactile feedback make it a popular choice for adaptation to modern mirrorless systems. Check for smooth rotation of the focus ring and crisp clicks on the aperture dial. Older Takumar lenses can occasionally develop yellowing of the rear element if thorium glass was used, though this is less common on the 28mm than other focal lengths. SDS examines the internal glass for dust and ensures the Auto/Manual switch operates correctly, ensuring the diaphragm closes down as expected.