Pentax SMC Takumar 6x7 150mm F/2.8 67 Lens

The Pentax SMC Takumar 6x7 150mm f/2.8 is a fast, classic portrait and short telephoto lens for the Pentax 6x7 and Pentax 67 medium format systems. Offering a beautiful combination of sharpness, subject isolation, and creamy bokeh, it’s a favorite for portraits, close-up landscapes, and compressed perspective shots.

The 150mm focal length on 6x7 format gives a perfectly natural compression for flattering portraits, while the f/2.8 aperture delivers excellent low-light capability and smooth, shallow depth of field.

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Condition:
Good
• Lens barrel shows light cosmetic wear consistent with normal use.
• Focus and aperture rings turn smoothly and accurately.
• Glass has light fungus on the rear element.
• No haze, major scratches, or separation otherwise.
• Given the light fungus, contrast may be slightly reduced in strong backlit conditions, but for general use the impact is likely minor—especially if shooting with some contrast correction during scanning or printing.

A great candidate for casual use, restoration/cleaning, or a budget-friendly entry into fast medium format portrait lenses.

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Why You Want This Lens:
The SMC Takumar 150mm f/2.8 is a fantastic portrait lens for Pentax 6x7 shooters—offering stunning shallow depth of field, sharp subject rendering, and that gorgeous, smooth Takumar bokeh that made these lenses famous.

It’s perfect for:
• Portrait photographers looking for a medium format classic
• Creative shooters wanting a distinct, cinematic rendering
• Pentax 6x7/67 system users building out a lens kit on a budget