Overview

The Takumar 105mm f/2.8 Preset is a compact, all-metal M42 lens with excellent build and silky-smooth focus. Optically, it is sharp in the center from f/2.8, with slight corner softness, neutral bokeh, and well-controlled aberrations. The preset aperture allows precise control. It suits portrait and street photographers who appreciate vintage character and manual operation, though it requires an adapter for modern cameras.