Asahi Takumar 83mm F/1.9 Type 2

Specifications01

MountM37

Focal length83mm

Max aperturef/1.9

TypePortrait · Prime

Release year1955

Weight440 g

Filter size49 mm

Min focus distance1.1 m

Aperture blades20

Optical elements7

Groups4

AutofocusNo

StabilizationNo

Aperture controlPreset ring + Aperture ring

Lens hoodScrew-type round

TeleconvertersNot available

EraFilm era

Production statusDiscontinued

Additional Info02

Lens TypeShort telephoto prime lens

Field Notes02

Asahi Takumar 83mm F/1.9 Type 2 is a manual-focus prime lens for the M37 mount, intended for portrait/normal telephoto use. It offers a wide f/1.9 maximum aperture for low-light and shallow depth of field.

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