Pentax SMC-coated M42 standard prime, revolutionary multi-coating for exceptional flare resistance at budget pricing.
The Pentax SMC 55mm f/1.8 (Super-Takumar or SMC Takumar 55mm f/1.8) is a fast normal prime for the M42 screw mount from Pentax's Takumar line. One of the classic M42 normal primes. M42 mount.
f/1.8 maximum aperture. 55mm focal length (full-frame normal prime). SMC (Super Multi Coating) or early Super-Takumar single coating. Manual focus. At approximately 175g. M42 mount.
The Pentax 55mm f/1.8 Takumar series are among the most sought-after M42 lenses — delivering sharp results with pleasing bokeh at f/1.8. The SMC versions have the best coating quality of the Takumar line. Widely used on mirrorless cameras via M42 adapters.
On the used market the Pentax SMC 55mm f/1.8 is a sought-after M42 normal prime. Condition checks: front element for haze or yellowing (early Takumars can yellow from thorium coating), aperture blades, focus ring. M42 mount — manual focus. Adapts to mirrorless.