Sought-after 85mm f/1.9 Super-Takumar portrait lens in M42 mount with legendary bokeh.
The Asahi Pentax Super-Takumar 85mm f/1.9 is a fast short telephoto prime in M42 screw mount, one of the most sought-after portrait lenses of the Takumar era. The f/1.9 aperture provides gorgeous background blur and effective subject isolation, while the Super-Takumar multi-coating delivers rich contrast and warm colour rendition.
Wide open at f/1.9 the lens produces beautiful, creamy bokeh that flatters portrait subjects with a three-dimensional rendering quality. Stopped down to f/2.8 and beyond, sharpness becomes excellent across the frame. The optical formula delivers images with a distinctive warmth and character that digital-era lenses rarely replicate.
Build quality is exceptional with the precision Asahi Optical manufacturing that defines the Takumar range. The all-metal barrel, silky smooth helicoid focusing, and positive aperture click stops make this a pleasure to use. The M42 mount ensures compatibility with virtually any camera system via inexpensive adapters.
Highly prized among vintage lens enthusiasts and adapted mirrorless shooters, the Super-Takumar 85mm f/1.9 delivers portrait rendering that rivals lenses costing many times more. On the used market it commands premium prices for a Takumar, reflecting the combination of fast aperture, superb bokeh, and legendary Takumar quality.