SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4

The lens has 7 glass elements in 6 groups with SMC coating, which reduces lens flare and ghosting. The lens was manufactured in the 1970s, so it has a vintage look and feel. The aperture ranges from f/1.4 to f/16, allowing for a wide range of depth of field. The build quality is solid, with a metal construction that feels durable. The lens has a high resolution, producing sharp images with good contrast. Overall, the SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 is a great option for photographers who prefer manual focus and want a lens with good optics and build quality. Alternatives to this lens include autofocus lenses or other manual focus lenses from different manufacturers. The bokeh produced by this lens is smooth and pleasing to the eye, making it a good choice for portrait photography.

Optical design

Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.

Physical characteristics

Weights 253 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 42 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.