TAKUMAR 135MM F/3.5 - Is It Good Enough?

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In this video I take out the Super Takumar 135MM F/3.5 to see how it handles. I might or might not be giving it away as well.
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0:00 - Introduction
0:47 - Super Takumar 135MM F/3.5 The LENS
1:45 - Super Takumar 135MM F/2.5 Version
2:22 - Super Takumar 135MM F/3.5 Optical Examples
3:25 - No Beach?
4:07 - Optical Tests Contines
5:08 - 135MM on an APS-C FujiFilm X-T30
5:31 - Why I love the 135MM Focal Length
6:02 - Optical comparison between 135MM F/2.5 vs F/3.5
7:07 - Something Special

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@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Just a heads up, the 135MM 3.5 version I have is actually a 5 element in 4 groups, not 4 element in 4 groups. The A and M vs (Auto and Manual) spelled out being the indicator. Always assumed it was the 4 element one so apologizes for the incorrect info. Shouldn’t impact the images all that much as seen comparing it to the 135mm f2.5 (5 element).

@Zainphotography 4 жыл бұрын

These can't be used on a Nikon's body and thats a shame :(

@a4b5c612 4 жыл бұрын

@@Zainphotography It works well. no focus to infinity with simple M42 to F-Mount adapter.

@francescopaolodesiderio9784 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, news?

@adam_mawz_maas 3 жыл бұрын

@@Zainphotography That depends on the Nikon, they work fine on Nikon 1's or Z's

@williambolton5679 3 жыл бұрын

The first versions of this lens had 5 elements. Later versions have 4. There are 2 pages for information about this lens/these lenses on pentaxforums: www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/Takumar-Auto-Takumar-135mm-F3.5.html and www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/S-M-C-Super-Takumar-135mm-F3.5.html . I have three of these, the first silver and black version, perhaps the prettiest lens in my collection, the all black preset 5 element version, and an SMC version. The minimum focus distance on the silver and black lens is 200 cm, a little less than 7 feet, while my black preset and the SMC version focus down to 150cm, 5 feet. I don't shoot with 135mm focal length, so these lenses are just for my collection. The black preset I suspect has the best IQ of the three. Earlier versions of the lens have eight aperture blades, later versions have six.

@somedutchguy7582 4 жыл бұрын

My dad had one of these for his Pentax. He let me have his kit in the eighties, when he bought a new camera. I loved that 135!

@HelpUsSaveLives 3 жыл бұрын

The 135mm focal length is very underrated. Jack Nicholson has in his contracts that this is the only focal length he will allow to be used to film him in any movie! He loves that focal length. I have several different lenses in 120mm to 135 and these are amazing lenses.

@MarkHoltze 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, you need a bit more space when you shoot with it, but it resolves so nicely for portraits. I remember hearing all the focal drama from out cinematographer professor as to who wanted to be shot with what lenses. The key to being photogenic is a lens, camera angle and lighting lol.

@luc_official 4 жыл бұрын

Nice that you give it away! I bought a G7 about a year ago and got into vintage lenses mainly through your channel. My first purchase was a Pentacon 50mm 1.8 that I absolutely love and now I just recently got a Super Takumar 28mm 3.5 and a 50mm 1.4. Fell in love with those immediately! A tele lens is definitely something I want to try out in the future as well.

@Djonatable 4 жыл бұрын

Premieres are cool, it's fun knowing in the morning that a nice vintage lens review is coming up ! Super interesting as always !

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Might not do them for all, or premiere it with like 2 hours notice so it’s a little less waiting around. Wish they kept the chat up longer after so you could discuss a bit more on the video.

@AlbertoSeconding 4 жыл бұрын

Love your video format. Informative and entertaining. Since I got into vintage lenses, every time I acquire a new one, I like to spend quality time cleaning them with care on the outside to make them look (almost) new. It feels good to reuse something that has been around for decades and can still give. I'd love to clean and put this on my EF mount so don't clean it too much! Thanks!

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

It's funny you mention cleaning it, it really is a fantastic process. I should really spend more time doing that with mine. Thanks for the idea mate, it's a nice way to relax!

@tonymontana24596 4 жыл бұрын

Picked up the 7 element 50mm Takumar f1.4 for my A7riii today. Your video convinced me. Actually all your videos convinced me to jump into the world of vintage 😁

@BenoitLefebvremox 4 жыл бұрын

One of the sharpest lens I have in my Takumar collection!

@75_oranges 4 жыл бұрын

Always coming out with fantastic, well made content. Shooting with the EF mount

@HYPERLENS 4 жыл бұрын

Hello Mark, great video! I love your lens reviews and you also inspired me to start testing vintage lenses. Lovely greetings from Germany!

@AlGreenLightThroughGlass 4 жыл бұрын

Great job Mark, a lot of work went into this review.

@waldolandalde1986 4 жыл бұрын

thanks mark, your reviews are very good. and you give a lot of value to vintage glasses. and you show very good results of what can be achieved with lenses that do not cost $ 1000. 🇦🇷📸

@nissenys72 4 жыл бұрын

Yay another video. I agree with not knowing which focal length on zooms but as long as the composition is ok...

@colinlee8745 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video, Mark. I keep watching this one .... lol. I must say I've become a fan of the 135mm focal length on my Fujifilm X-T2. I've been using an Olympus OM Zuiko 135mm f2.8 and the more I use it, the more I like it!

@Oholisfliesandfishing 3 жыл бұрын

Got my first camera just recently... A6000....love vintage on it Perfect presentations of all you do

@1960ceramic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video Mark! It sold me into buying one of these bad boys. The lens I got off ebay is in mint condition, and I am excited about having it my collection. I plan on using my Takumar lenses mainly for video, but photography as well. Keep the fantastic videos coming Mark! Subscribed!

@AndyBlackmedical 4 жыл бұрын

Absutely love vintage lenses! Glad I found your channel, new sub!

@71janas 4 жыл бұрын

That's my first Tak❤. I use Takumar as tube lenses for extreme macro

@joeviolago3394 4 жыл бұрын

Cool contest! I've been addicted to studying Takumars since I first stumbled on your series on them starting with the infamous 50mm f1.4 spicy. I just finally picked up a few for my Panasonic Lumix G7 and will finally get to play with some of them this week. Thanks for doing these videos and your amazing production value you put into each an every one of them. Huge replay value. What was up with the talking head footage though? Seemed softer than usual.

@blasphemertheseventh 4 жыл бұрын

I sincerely enjoy using this lens on the X-T4. Great combo.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

can i have your XT4??? asking for a friend (JKJKKJK) I would love that to be my shoot from the hip camera. What a great package.

@sdmayday 4 жыл бұрын

I love Takumars! Working with these is as much fun as everyone says. The super Tak 50/1.4 was my first prime my K50. I would not mind adding more to my collection.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

The 50 was my first purchased lens. Got it at a lens fair, wouldn’t have even noticed but I picked it up and loved it. How it handled sold me, how it shoots has lead to my collection lol.

@piezu. 4 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Mark and greetings from Finland! I am using Nikon FE as my main camera body currently.

@jacobchristianglover3655 4 жыл бұрын

Hello from Tampa Florida Mark! Another great review and very nice pixs. I own the Auto SEARS 135mm f2.8, looks exactly like the Super Takumar. This video has me pumped, thinking about heading out this weekend to snap a few shots. Thoroughly enjoy your channel and I appreciate your Social Sensitivity & Humility... You Truly Matter!!!

@davidanstey1449 4 жыл бұрын

I have a near perfect copy of the 135mm f/3.5 but I much prefer the Super-Takumar 105mm f/2.8 on a 1.5/1.6x crop sensor. On a 35mm Spotmatic however it is a very nice focal length. This finally being spring I've had a great deal of fun with the Tele-takumar 200mm f/5.6 preset lens both on its own and with extension tubes. With 10 blades it provides nice round bokeh and that buttery smooth background blur when taking shots of flower blooms.

@xForeverXerox 4 жыл бұрын

Great review as always Mark. Loved the macro broll and the beach story. Entered the contest in hopes to add a Pentax lens to my arsenal of vintage primes. I shoot on a Sony A7II. Keep up the good work!

@RockitDontstockit 4 жыл бұрын

Great video mark! currently running the a7iii, grabbed myself a vintage Pnetax A 50mm 1.7 and a Praktica pentacon 28mm 2.8, which both surprised me! I think an 85+mm would be next up.

@MikeyMcManus 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video man. Quite like the look of that 135mm, lovely compression and liked the look of the video on the S1H too.

@thedondeluxe6941 4 жыл бұрын

Really great lens! I've used this for concert photography on both analogue and digital cameras. It's particularly good with micro four thirds sensors, as you basically get a tiny and light, but super sharp 270mm equivalent. This is one of the lenses that started my mild obsession with Takumar glass... ok, "mild" might be the wrong word :-)

@Bellakelpie 2 жыл бұрын

I have this lens ( 4 element version) and also S-M-C Tak f2.8 105mm M42 lens on both a K200D and a K30 body and find them both very good. There is little difference in focal lengths and I tend to alternate their use just to give them an equal “ airing.” They come to the fore when “changing” the image to B&W on photo editing software. It is then that the fine details of the subject, such as in a photo of a Cat, become noticeable.

@neilpiper9889 4 жыл бұрын

Wider aperture more weight. I always go for less weight. I used this lens with extension tubes for watch and jewellery photography using a light tent back in the 1980s with Kodachrome 200. I used it on a Pentax Spotmatic. I used to print the slides on to Cibachrome paper in the darkroom. Those were the high point days of my photography life. Not all vintage lenses are soft wiide open. My Jupiter 8 50mm f2 is sharp as a pin

@DerSchoermbro 4 жыл бұрын

About a month ago I got a great price on three vintage lenses, a 55mm f1.2, a 55mm f1.4 and a Canon FD 135mm f2.5. I really wanted the f1.2 lens and thought I would sell the 135 to get my money back but I tried it on my camera and I have to say, the focal length grew on me. At first I didn't like it but now it's the standard lens on my Canon A1! The lens also got me back into film photography, I have to say, developing you own photos really is so much fun! That said, superb video Mark!

@asllsa58 4 жыл бұрын

I’m a big fan of the Takumar lenses. I started using vintage lenses after a trip to Portland, Oregon. There was a vintage lens store there where I got my first vintage lens (Takumar 50mm 1.4) that I now use on my Sony a7RIII.

@simonjones8111 9 ай бұрын

I had one on my Spotmatic in 1972, lovely sharp lens and easy to focus.

@MarkHoltze 9 ай бұрын

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@Fotofan4life 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video which i enjoyed watching. I recently bought the Pentax-M 135 f/3.5 (abt $50 w s/h on EBay.ca) to round out our little vintage prime kit (Tamron 24 f/2.5, Pentax-M 50 f/2, Soligor 105 f/f2.8 preset), using a K20D and ME Super Program. Both 135s share the same specs and garner very favourable reviews at Pentax Forums. I like your method of side-by-side 2.5 vs 3.5 image comparisons to highlight the 2.5s slightly better contrast and colour rendering. I look forward to viewing more of your reviews.

@hernancastano9573 3 жыл бұрын

I have the 150mm f.4 and I agree with everything you said. Great video!

@MarkHoltze 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! I’ve got a 300 on loan now, it’s huge.

@joeysnburg4254 4 жыл бұрын

I found a 135 f3.5 at an estate sale last year and it's really a great little lens! I use it on my canon 5dm4. Also the smc Pentax-a 50mm f2 is a fantastic little lens!!! (You have to modify it to work mirror cameras)

@domtomazo 4 жыл бұрын

I got my first Takumar in 2011, it was the Super-Multi-Coated 135mm F3.5 in mint condition. Got me hooked... very impressive build quality stood out for me, the Olympus OM 135mm F3.5 feels like a toy compared to it. Now I have 15 of the S-M-C Takumars... :)

@ChicoreeChidori 4 жыл бұрын

To fix my need for a 135mm focal length I have the Carl Zeiss 135mm f/2.8 (C/Y) for my Sony A7Rm3. Right after I got it I came across a bargain for the same lens but with a younger serial number. Now I own 2 of them.

@MUENTERMEDIA 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video Mark. As always :)

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@neilmceachren9485 4 жыл бұрын

having over a dozen takumar lenses, i love my 135 3.5. yes a 2.5 would be great, but this one and the 105mm 3.5 are always in my bag as are my 35mm, 28mm, 55 1.8, 50 1.4 200mm and macro 50mm. I could go on and on. I love all my prime Takumar lenses and prefer to shoot with them versus the fancy zoom lenses. Boka and color and contrast are so dreamy. Old school makes my heart beat.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Mine too Neil!!! Thanks for sharing! Happy I’m not the only crazy one out here loving these.

@smithnjefferson 4 жыл бұрын

Talking about leg work, I have a very physical job and don’t need to go to a gym but after a couple hours of shooting portraits my legs are beat. As far as the contests I shoot XH1 and XT1 but I have that lens... the Takumar version, including 135/3.5 the Konica, Carson, Canon and Nikkor Nippon Ogaku (sp). I’m happy with some of my work with them for bird and long shot portraits with long distance backgrounds. The Nikkor being my favourite right now because I happened to take some gorgeous pics with it. I have taken some beauties with the Takumar 135mm 3.5 as well sharp, rich and saturated. Using long primes as telephoto lenses for landscape can be rewarding but challenging, I remember giving up just because of how difficult it can be to “get more in”. Ultimately the focal local length lends itself well to well spaced foreground subjects with further interesting backgrounds, a bit of a mind bender for photographers I think and a physical experience for sure. There is great value in these lenses but they are easy to find and cheap to buy. I should add that I have had success with this focal length for tabletop photography as well.

@RyanZulqudsie 4 жыл бұрын

Great review as always, Mark. Since I'm using 50mm f1.4 Takumar a lot these days on X-H1, it'd be really interesting to see how this 135mm stack up to 50mm.

@paulm8157 4 жыл бұрын

Cool vid, soothing music. Loved the bird on post shot. Great how lens markings were still so distinct - not rubbed dim. Was the 3.5 a high-end lens at its release? Wonder how CA was handled in analog print days. BTW, might be helpful to list M to Fuji X mount adapter in description.

@arthurmermelshtein1767 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice video, as usual, well done. Actually I'm debating if to get the smc Takumar 135mm f3.5 (4 element version) or the Super Takumar 150mm f4 (this one is the preferred option right now), And maybe to add ,on the way, the Carl Zeiss Pencolar 50mm f1.8 with one of them. I guess I need to build another shelf for my vintage lenses.

@od628 Жыл бұрын

Great review. I just got this as a freebie add-on to a camera I bought on ebay.

@MarkHoltze Жыл бұрын

Best way to get them!

@robertbreish8182 4 жыл бұрын

Dude new comer to your channel and I have to say the quality of your content is off the charts good! I recently just got into vintage lenses with my first arriving tomorrow actually (Pentacon 50mm 1.8). I’ve been a long time Sony user for the longest time but I actually just added a 2nd body Fuji XT4 to my lineup that I’m using for all my vintage glass. Looking forward to watching more of your content. Also Canadians are amazing. I know because I married one.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Wow!! Welcome my friend! Please tell me how you like the XT4, I’m a little obsessed with it now lol. That Pentacon is loads of fun mate! Min focusing distance! Enjoy that!

@robertbreish8182 4 жыл бұрын

Mark Holtze Compared to my Sony A7RIV it’s a lot more fun to use and holy smokes is that shutter on the XT4 pleasing to my ears! Sooo quiet! And with built in IBIS now being able to get tack sharp shots at 1/4 second? Get outa here XT3 😆 I’ve got a steady hand and I was still getting blurry shots at 1/20 sec with the XT3. So question Mark...I’m a huge fan of soap bubble bokeh and the dreamy bokeh the vintage lenses have to offer. If price isn’t an issue (not spoiled I just work really hard) what lens would you recommend to me as a must have? Your review of the Takumar 135mm F2 is about to play next but I would love to hear what you think is the best or what your top recommendation would be for what I’m looking for. Thanks again for the reply!

@imseeno 4 жыл бұрын

I love this lens! It is the first vintage lens I bought. I got it for the equivalent of $15 USD. It started me down the path of getting vintage lenses (mainly cause they are much cheaper than modern equivalents). The only downside to getting these lenses are the fact that they're manual focus. I'm not too great and focusing very quickly, but at the same time, it gives me more practice of doing things manually. Just realized that this lens is currently attached to my X-T30 haha

@FlashMediaStudiosTV 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s a crazy deal $$$

@jamallarose1452 4 жыл бұрын

Great content. Thanks, Mark.

@Gearjunkie35 2 жыл бұрын

Scored the 3.5. From shop goodwill for $35 shipped. Love your channel

@MarkHoltze 2 жыл бұрын

Nice find!!! Enjoy it! Thanks! ✊

@raulrodrigues2307 4 жыл бұрын

Of course it is good enough, it's a Takumar! I would pair it with my 5D Mark I, two classics together will be awesome and produce loving memories!

@brentogburn 4 жыл бұрын

Love the takumars. I have the 105mm and the 50mm. Shoot on Canon ef mount. You sir have created a monster in me and buying vintage lenses. Recently found a Pentax Takumar 135mm really cheap. Takes some great photos.

@RandomLifeProductions 4 жыл бұрын

I agree Fuji colours are lovely.... I do like portraits on the 135mm.... I like the Helios 135mm as well...l.

@fricki1997 3 жыл бұрын

I'm using the Takumar 135mm F/3.5 on a K10D - an old DSLR with a very old lens, but they can produce stunning images. The Tak 135 in particular is my favourite lens for nature photography, when I want to put focus on a single flower or feature. I particularly love the colour this combination produces. It's so warm and vibrant, full of life, and the bokeh is very nice as well. Two of my favourite images: T'is but a Scratch | Leon Blankenhorn | Flickr _IGP9707 | Shot with Super -Takumar 135mm F/3.5 | Leon Blankenhorn | Flickr

@coachjason7682 3 жыл бұрын

I picked up the lens for THB2000 somewhere in the streets of Bangkok. Works great on my Fuji XE2

@kazmeisterkometh122 4 жыл бұрын

Great work Mark... Keep it going \m/

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@ericcruz101 4 жыл бұрын

Love these Super Takumars! Don’t own one but would love to have this one to start my collection. I’m on Sony E mount. Keep up the good work, Mark! Cheers!

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

E mount! Copy that Eric, thanks! Good luck!

@wolfpack9iloilo 4 жыл бұрын

Fuji with a vintage lens is always a good combo. I have the Pentax SMC-A 50mm 1.4 and the Nikkor PC-Auto105mm 2.5 (non-AI) on my X-Pro3. The color rendition and characteristics are just great with these vintage lenses.BTW i like the patina on the 135mm lens.

@williamjones4174 4 жыл бұрын

I shoot almost only vintage lenses. Started using them with my Fuji X-A5 and now with my Fuji X-H1. My favorite lens is the SMC Takumar 55mm f/2, even over my much newer Fujinon 35mm f/2.

@johnrflinn 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great portrait lens. I like it as much as my 90mm f2.5 Tamron.

@ice9phil 2 жыл бұрын

I bought this lens when i was in high school. its great. I thought about getting a 2.5 version too, but decided on a 120mm f2.8. its a 49mm filter a shade shorter and faster than the 135mm albeit you give up a little reach.

@120fps 4 жыл бұрын

EPIC video dude. Loved it, we just got in after shooting with the XT4... man, you have to try it, it looks gorgeous!!!

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going to do everything I can to get my hands on one.....I should probably look at my S1H and even my poor Sony never got any dedicated love....opsie ;)

@sperme2 4 жыл бұрын

Love this lens!! Gonna use it on an X-T3 if i get it!

@hwood310 4 жыл бұрын

Another great vid. Thanks dude.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching mate!

@wissamsabra8783 4 жыл бұрын

You sent me on a Takumar buying spree. About to pull the trigger on a 135 - 2.5 and an 85 - 1.8. This will complete my Takumar set, and should complete me as a human being.

@waltherziemerink 4 жыл бұрын

Look into the tak 105 f2.8 . For me it was better than this 135mm

@DruMUSIC06 3 жыл бұрын

Review via vlog style? Yes please! Subscribed

@MarkHoltze 3 жыл бұрын

Best way to do it I think. Thanks Dru.

@cuplesey 4 жыл бұрын

Love the vids, very cinematic. Any chance of a vid on the adapters, thick/thin for which lens and why. Getting into the vintage lenses but which adapters isn't clear. Keep up the great content 👍

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

I did one similar to that here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jJmhmbOd3q3Rk2w.html Adapter size varies depending on the lens type and camera mount. Most of these guys take that flange distance into account so sometimes they’re bigger than others.

@JasonMaher 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great lens. I have a couple of old Takumars (55f1.8 and a 28f3.5) they are by far my favourite brand of vintage lens. Just missing that 135

@PRTPHO 4 жыл бұрын

I have a canon 90D, when it comes to using Zoom lenses I normally set it to a specific focal length and force myself to not change it for the entirety of the exploration. I use a 16-55mm f/2.8 and a 70-200mm f/2.8 so I can choose a different focal length pero shoot or per day and absorb that info you get when shooting with prime lenses

@scrptwic 4 жыл бұрын

Mark I have the Takumar 135mm 3.5 as well as the Pentax M 135mm 3,5 K mount lens with built in hood , I also have the Pentax M 150mm 3.5 K mount lens with built in hood . One of favorite focal lengths I like the separation it allows on my Pentax cameras.

@Phantommxr 4 жыл бұрын

I would love it on my Fuji X-T1!! great review Mark!! .

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

So good on Fuji mate! Best of luck Michael!

@xDNightmarex 4 жыл бұрын

As stated on a different video, already have an adapter for my a5100 but would love to add a 135mm to my completely new collection :-) (just started out with photography about 3 weeks ago, so far only have a 24, a 50 and a helios 44-3 soon) Anyway, very nice that you make a giveaway out of it, good luck to all of us who enter!

@dashriprock3737 2 жыл бұрын

Great video presentation, truly great. Watched your review of the Takumar F300 F-4 and enjoyed it so much so that I bought one for my Pentax K5lls, just happened to find a guy an hour away in Moncton, New Brunswick that had one for $65 with case and tripod collar, gonna order an M-42 PK adapter. Would really love that Tak 135 F/3.5, very 3-D quality... Keep up the comidic aspects of your reviews, very entertaining... Peace ✌️

@MarkHoltze 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Dash. Appreciate it ✊

@dashriprock3737 2 жыл бұрын

Keep spreading the Vintage Advantage!

@MarkHoltze 2 жыл бұрын

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@deniselisboa1 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing review. I definitely need to take my lens out more often... I wonder what these beloved flowers near here would look in front of this glass :3 so far my dog and some birds loved it hahah

4 жыл бұрын

I'am absolutely interested to get my hands on a 135mm lens. I already have a nice collection of 50ies as well as 75 and 85mm lenses. I use a Sony alpha 7r II. But anyways I enjoyed watching your video as I allways do. Keep up the good work.

@KaloyanBanev 4 жыл бұрын

Mate, I've been in situation, when I have to do a portrait photo session. The customer told me to lay off, my $2000 lens as soon as they saw, the shots on the camera screen and shoot the rest with TAKUMAR 135MM F/3.5. Extra speed, I don't care. The results are excellent! (Actually, I've used 25 year old strobes in the same session)

@DarkAriesKnight 4 жыл бұрын

I love my 135/f3.5. You really can't go wrong with takumars it looks like. Plus if you have a pentax, just pop a ring adapter on it and now it's native k mount.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

I had no idea! That’s Awesome!

@andrew41134 4 жыл бұрын

NICE REVIEW MARK and I would love it on my Sony a6300!! greetings from Chile

@LocksleyLennoxfilms 4 жыл бұрын

I currently have the Helios M-44 as my only vintage lens. I love it. I will buy a new one from ironglass. I use a z cam and it literally the best video camera from the price.

@copybaste2637 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark! Thank you for the review! I’ve been curious about vintage lenses for a while, but haven’t made the leap yet, maybe this giveaway would be the trigger :) I’m a Nikon shooter, specifically the Z6. Thank you again! And keep it up!!

@lsdustyrhodes 4 жыл бұрын

I have this lens. It's lovely. Agreed, very slightly soft wide open, and a little wispy, but to very nice effect. Sweet bokeh wide open. F16 also a bit soft from diffraction. The sweet spot is f8, but f5.6 & f11 are just about as sharp. Long minimum focus distance is a minor drawback. Overall, a fine lens and a great value.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, i rarely shoot anything above F/11, F/16 and F/22 also shows ALL the dirt on my sensor which is annoying AF because I clean it all the time! lol

@ShutterKnack 3 жыл бұрын

I fully agree that Fujifilm is a great body for vintage lenses. I use a cheap X-T1 with the big bright viewfinder. I use the Mitakon Lens Turbo ii to get that full frame look (although sometimes, it doesn't work like on the Takumar 50mm 1.4).

@JFast-kl3gu 4 жыл бұрын

Would love to get that lens... I just recently got a Super Takumar 50mm 1.4 and actually love the vintage lenses heavy feel and build. I enjoy being able to interchange them with my cameras I have a nex-5r (Sony) and a Nikon1 s1. I love small cameras and are in my budget range for now.

@barbozz 4 жыл бұрын

Love that takumar color

@tHaH4x0r 4 жыл бұрын

Im just getting into vintage lenses, and got a helios 44-2 for my nikon. Seems like I might spend some money on a Takumar as well even if I don't win.

@SunDevilThor 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve been meaning to get a Super Takumar for my Sony a7. Great lenses from what I can tell.

@PissTakeProduction 4 жыл бұрын

Great city shot. Home office looks awesome too.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Move the frame slightly and the home office is a disaster lol. I love the confined frame! ;) Funny enough, all those photo's and like NO people anywhere lol.

@PissTakeProduction 4 жыл бұрын

Yer media scared everyone. Yer no YT vids from my home office its a converted garage and cant swing a cat either.

@tahersafari3104 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mark, thanks a lot for sharing this video with us. I recently did order Pentax K-3 III, is it possible to mount this lens on that camera?

@Dopiek 4 жыл бұрын

I've bough this lens just for my Spotmatic Sp II and I love that. Fast enough for most uses, small, light and built like a tank. Extremely underrated for a 135mm prime lens. I got mine for around 35-40€ in Italy. Nice video, keep it coming!

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed on everything. Great lens, fantastic value...gateway into longer end prime lens work. Thanks mate!

@trystanmentoor4740 4 жыл бұрын

Thinking of grabbing one for my sony now!

@btrdangerdan2010 4 жыл бұрын

I have this lens. It's pretty good. I would love to visit the air museum you were at post covid.

@lucasmaiacarneiro 4 жыл бұрын

you should start testing the Pentax K/M/A lenses. I started my vintage lens collection with a Pentax-A 50mm 1.4 that i love and it gave me confidence for trying the takumar lenses. but in most cases i end up coming back to the Pentax K/M/A, except when im looking for some excentric looks that only certain takumars can provide me (i love the flare on the 28 and 50, and the bokeh on the 85 its really amazing)

@moose64 4 жыл бұрын

I have both the 50 1.4 and 135 2.5 Taks and I love them on the 6D and NEX 7.

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome Todd! Best of luck mate!

@yevgeniymelnik7441 4 жыл бұрын

Nice review! I have Sony A7R3 and never has a chance to use vintage lens with it. Would be interesting!

@simonr2660 4 жыл бұрын

Have this lens. Never really use it, but think thats because of the focal length. Will always love my takumars though. I've heard that it's way easier to get good pictures with a lens hood on this particular lens.

@erwinsusara 4 жыл бұрын

Favorite lens on GX85 is Super-Takumar 50mm f1.4 on dummy adapter. Focal reducer on its way!

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Let me know how you like it. Booster or no booster

@keatonhowes9565 4 жыл бұрын

I currently have the 135mm f2.5 6 element version and love that lens it would be interesting for me to test out that one and compare the 2. I also bought one of those for my friend to get him into vintage lenses. All that because of you haha.

@AndrzejLibiszewski 4 жыл бұрын

I often use the Sony A6300 with Carl Zeis Jena Sonnar 135/3.5 and I like it very much. It may be interesting to compare Sonnar with Super Takumar.

@fishwigy 4 жыл бұрын

Oh hi Mark! I really love the look of the 135 lenses. I use a Sony camera with them.

@tomislavmiletic_ 4 жыл бұрын

I do have 135mm f3,5 in Olympus OM form and I love it. Thought about getting the Takumar variant, but prices are still a little bit too high in this part of the world...

@MarkHoltze 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe this one can fill your needs? ;) good luck mate!

@MarcoGomespessoal 4 жыл бұрын

You told me in the last video that you prefer manual focus, and that you find it easier. Do you always use manual focus? Even when filming yourself? It's a matter of practice? Thanks! Another great video.