Overview

The Super-Takumar 200mm f/4 (6x7) is a vintage M42 lens noted for its bargain value in astrophotography. Optically, it is quite sharp wide open but exhibits noticeable chromatic aberration and coma, which reduce but persist at f/8. Build and handling are typical of manual-focus lenses of its era. It suits budget-conscious astrophotographers willing to accept some CA, especially when stopped down.