Asahi Pentax M42 system

One of the most complete systems of 35mm photography. Ranked among the very finest lenses of the time, Takumars are noted for their superb resolving power which results in edge-to-edge sharpness even at full aperture. In addition to their superior optics, the lenses incorporate outstanding mechanics. Each lens barrel is precision machined for accurate positioning of elements and smooth operation.

Thanks to the flange focal distance of 45.5mm, Asahi Takumar M42 mount lenses can be easily adapted to digital SLR (except for Nikon) and mirrorless cameras.

35mm film SLR cameras with M42 mount (18):

Asahi Pentax (1957) • Asahi Pentax K (1958) • Asahi Pentax S (1958) • Asahi Pentax S2/H2 (1959) • Asahi Pentax S3/H3 (1960) • Asahi Pentax S1/H1 (1961) • Asahi Pentax S1a/H1a (1963) • Asahi Pentax SV/H3v (1963) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic (1964) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic SL (1968) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic ES (1971) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic Electro-Spotmatic (1971) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic II (1971) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic SP500 (1971) • Honeywell Pentax Spotmatic IIa (1971) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic ES 2 (1973) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic F (1973) • Asahi Pentax Spotmatic SP1000 (1973)