Takumar 7 Elements

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Inspector’s condition notes

The lens is in overall excellent condition, both optically and mechanically, with pristine glass free of defects and smoothly operating focus and aperture. Cosmetically, it is very good, exhibiting just light handling wear, including fine scuffs and minor marks on the exterior. A bit of dust and grime is present, but there are no dents or corrosion visible.

How this lens renders

The Pentax Takumar 7 Elements 50mm f/1.4 is renowned for its strong bokeh, which excels in blurring backgrounds smoothly at close focus without introducing swirl or bubble effects. Compared with a typical fast fifty of its era, this lens also stands out for its sharpness, enhanced by a radioactive rear element in later versions. The Super-Multi-Coated versions provide improved contrast and considerably reduce flare, a common issue in earlier, less-coated iterations. Shooters appreciate the combination of high contrast and sharpness, although the propensity for flare remains a notable limitation in non-SMC versions.

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