Asahi Pentax 50mm f/1.4
The Asahi Pentax Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 is a fast standard prime lens in the M42 screw mount, produced for Pentax Spotmatic-era 35mm SLRs. Designed as a general-purpose normal lens, it pairs a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture with the well-regarded Takumar optical pedigree of the late 1960s and early 1970s.
At UK auction in recent years, hammer prices for the Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 have been modest, with a recorded 2024 saleroom result of £60 — a wholesale level achieved before buyer's and seller's commission. With only one verified sale in the dataset, the lens is worth roughly that figure today for a clean user-grade copy, and it typically sells for a similar price in the auction market, though pristine examples and the early radioactive thoriated-glass version (sometimes nicknamed the "Atomic Takumar") can command a premium when condition and provenance are documented.
Variants
Select a variant to filter the sales history below.
| Variant | Years | Edition | Sales | Price Range |
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| D FA* SDM AW | — | — | 0 | — |
| FA | — | — | 0 | — |
| SMC | — | — | 0 | — |
| SMC Pentax-A | — | — | 1 | £69 – £69 |
| SMC Pentax-F | — | — | 0 | — |
| SMC Pentax-M | — | — | 7 | £20 – £76 |
| SMC Takumar | — | — | 7 | £35 – £110 |
| Super-Takumar | — | — | 7 | £42 – £120 |
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: July 2026
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| Jul 2026 | £53 | 🇬🇧 ebay | Super-Takumar | |
Title: Pentax Super Takumar 50mm F1.4 M42 Prime Lens, Clean Glass But With Issues
Description:
I've included a shot taken with the lens of newspaper print so you can judge its effect, if your a pixel peeper it might horrify you personally can't see any issue. The barrel is in good condition with age appropriate wear from over the past 40+ years of use, particularly on the aperture ring. Location: Cirencester, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £42 | 🇬🇧 ebay | Super-Takumar | |
Title: Pentax Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4
Description:
lens in good overall condition with both caps. lens is untested. all rings seem smooth and blades are snappy. Location: Exeter, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £110 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Takumar | |
Title: Pentax Super Multi Coated Takumar 50mm f/1.4 SMC M42 Mount Prime Lens Serviced
Description:
With a maximum aperture of f/1.4 and a focal length of 50mm, this lens is perfect for capturing standard type images with precision and clarity. Manufactured in Japan, this lens is a valuable addition to any photographer's kit. Location: GLOUCESTERSHIRE, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £55 | 🇬🇧 ebay | Super-Takumar | |
Title: Vintage Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm F/1.4 Manual Lens Working w/ Original Lens Cap
Description:
Summary Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm F/1.4 Manual Lens w/ Original Lens Cap. Beatrice Rose. West Yorkshire. May not include all the original accessories / booklets. {{tab4title}}. {{tab3title}}. {{tab2title}}. Location: Leeds, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £120 | 🇬🇧 ebay | Super-Takumar | |
Title: stunning Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f 1:4 / 50 M42 + Cap refb18 serviced 2025
Description:
Stunning Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f 1:4 / 50 M42 + Cap refb18 serviced 2025 no haze no fungus. great condition. Location: Norwich, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £88 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Takumar | |
Title: EXCELLENT PENTAX SMC Takumar 50mm F/1.4 For M42 Prime Lens
Description:
Please tap here to refer full description!. Location: Kyoto, Japan |
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| Jul 2026 | EUR 45 | 🇪🇺 ebay | Super-Takumar | |
Title: Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4
Description:
Zum verkauf steht ein Asahi Super-Multi-Coated Takumar. Brennweite ist 50mm mit einer Blende von 1.4. Leider ist das Objektiv verpilzt, was für Bastler bestimmt wieder zu reinigen ist, daher wird es als Defekt angeboten. Fokussierung läuft weich und lässt sich gut drehen. Der Verkauf erfolgt unter Ausschluss jeglicher Sachmangelhaftung, Garantie und Rücknahme. Da es sich um einen Privatverkauf handelt, kann ich keine Garantie nach neuem EU-Recht übernehmen. Der Käufer erklärt sich damit einverstanden auf Garantie, Rücknahme, Minderungen sowie Nachverhandlungen ausdrücklich zu verzichten (§312 d. Abs. 4 Nr. 5 BGB) und erkennt dies mit seinem Kauf an! Location: Abtweiler, Germany |
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| Jul 2026 | £58 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Takumar | |
Title: Asahi Pentax SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4 M42 Beautiful Vintage Rendering
Description:
Full working order, small amount of minor dust/fungus in glass, but takes dreamy photos. Priced to sell Location: Eastleigh, United Kingdom |
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| Jun 2026 | £74 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Takumar | |
Title: Pentax Takumar 50mm F/1.4 SMC M42 Screw Mount Manual Focus
Description:
A superb example of this legendary lens. M42 (with a PK adapter screwed onto the thread). It is in very good condition. No marks, scuffs, or dings. The aperture ring and focus work smoothly. Location: Malmesbury, United Kingdom |
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| Jun 2026 | £79 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Takumar | |
Title: Pentax SMC Takumar 50mm F1.4 Manual Focus Lens Pentax Screw / M42 No 5668153
Description:
The focusing is manual only. The focusing ring moves smoothly. This lens is the manual & auto aperture setting type. As far as the physical conditions go,this lens is in used but reasonable condition. Location: St. Albans, United Kingdom |
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| May 2026 | EUR 76 | 🇪🇺 ebay | SMC Pentax-M | |
Title: SMC Pentax-M 50 mm F1.4 Lens | Powerful | K-Mount Pentax M 1:1.4 / 50 Location: Bremen, Germany |
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| May 2026 | £35 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Pentax-M | |
Title: SMC PENTAX-M 50mm f1.4 Manual focus K mount bayonet lens, Mint!
Description:
In good condition. Any questions please ask Location: Watford, United Kingdom |
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| May 2026 | £58 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Pentax-M | |
Title: EXC+++ SMC PENTAX -M 50mm f1.4 PK Mount Prime Lens w Orig Caps Spotless Optic
Description:
No scratches/fungus etc. Location: Wells, United Kingdom |
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| May 2026 | £46 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Pentax-M | |
Title: SMC PENTAX-M 50mm f1.4 Manual focus K mount bayonet lens, Mint!
Description:
Serial number 2056828. Location: Knutsford, United Kingdom |
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| May 2026 | £20 | 🇬🇧 ebay | SMC Pentax-M | |
Title: SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.4 - Manual Focus K-Mount Prime Lens #9165
Description:
SMC coatings - improved contrast and flare resistance. - Lens Filter. a little Dust inside of lens. No problem. - 8 Blades. No problem, works well. Aperture Blades. - No Separation, works well. Location: Tokyo, Japan, Japan |
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| Mar 2026 | £80 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | Super-Takumar | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 76) Title: An Asahi Super Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Lens
Description:
An Asahi Super Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Lens, M42 mount, barrel G-VG, elements G-VG, with front and rear caps |
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| Aug 2025 | £62 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | SMC Pentax-M | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 277) Title: A Pentax-M f/1.4 50mm Lens
Description:
black, barrel G, optics G with very light haze. |
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| Jul 2025 | £35 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | SMC Takumar | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 414) Title: An Asahi Super Multi Coated Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Lens
Description:
An Asahi Super Multi Coated Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Lens, M42 mount, barrel G, elements G-VG, with front and unbranded rear cap |
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| Jan 2025 | £50 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | SMC Takumar | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 335) Title: An Asahi Super Multi Coated Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Lens
Description:
An Asahi Super Multi Coated Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Lens, M42 mount, barrel G, slight paint wear to grip, elements G-VG, with unbranded front and rear |
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| Aug 2024 | £60 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | Super-Takumar | |
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Auction: TWO DAY: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 22) Title: An Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Lens
Description:
An Asahi Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 Lens, barrel G, some paint wear, elements VG, with rear cap |
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| Jan 2024 | £69 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | SMC Pentax-A | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 427) Title: A SMC Pentax-A f/1.4 50mm Lens
Description:
serial no.1004364, body G-VG, optics G-VG, with caps |
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| Aug 2023 | £40 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | SMC Pentax-M | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 189) Title: A SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.4 Lens
Description:
A SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.4 Lens, barrel G-VG, elements G-VG, with Asahi Pentax front and rear cap |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 sell for at UK auction?
The most recent recorded UK auction hammer price in the dataset is £60 from August 2024, which reflects a wholesale saleroom result before commission rather than a retail asking price.
What is a Super-Takumar 50mm f/1.4 worth today?
Based on the limited sales data, a clean user-grade copy is worth around £60 at hammer, though dataset coverage is thin and exceptional examples may achieve more.
Why does the price vary between copies?
Value is driven by glass condition (haze, fungus, coating wear), smoothness of focus and aperture action, and whether the example is an early thoriated-glass version, all of which affect what a buyer will pay.