Overview

The Super-Takumar 135mm f/3.5 is a compact, all-metal lens with excellent build quality and smooth focusing. Optically, it delivers sharpness when stopped down but is not exceptional wide open; it produces smooth bokeh and vintage color rendering. Weaknesses include susceptibility to flare despite multi-coating and limited low-light performance due to f/3.5 aperture. It suits photographers who appreciate classic build and rendering, especially on digital bodies with IBIS to mitigate vibration.