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Production
1971 – 1975
Country
Japan
Optical
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Updated
Feb 15, 2026
Pentax SMC Takumar 135mm f/2.5
M42 screw mount
Overview
The SMC Takumar 135mm f/2.5 is a telephoto portrait lens with beautiful rendering and compression. The SMC coating handles backlight well, making it versatile for outdoor portraits.
Verdict: Excellent telephoto portrait lens at a great price.
Optical Character
Bokeh
Smooth and pulpy
Color
Vintage Takumar color rendering
Sharpness wide open
Sharp when needed
Flare resistance
Prone to flare, multi-coating does not eliminate it completely
Contrast
Good contrast thanks to SMC coating
Vignetting
Present wide open
Community Insights
What people love
- Beautiful telephoto rendering
- Sharp
- Good bokeh
- Affordable ($60-120)
What people dislike
- 135mm needs distance
- Needs steady hands or support
Sources (2)
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https://jerfareza.camera/post/lens-review-pentax-smc-takumar-135mm-f35
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The SMC Takumar 135mm f/2.5 is a telephoto portrait lens with beautiful rendering and compression. The SMC coating handles backlight well, making it versatile for outdoor portraits.