OK, confession time... Who else immediately hopped on eBay, scored one of these lenses, and then went off to find an adapter..? Absolutely love your videos - they are breathing new life into my old Canon 5DM2, which has sat in a box for the past couple years. Cheers! J
Oh my! Brother, that's a grievous sin, letting your 5DII sadly sit in a box! Zeek, I think you and I need to pay John Fisk a visit...! 😅 Kidding, I love you bros, and I admit John, I'm tempted now to purchase this lens, but will wait a little bit until my funds increase, hehe. Peace.
Zeek! I've been following your channel since your EOS M Black Magic tuts. Just picked up this lens on a Pantax Spotmatic SPII for $70. Thanks for all the great content over the years
The iconic, most sought after version of this lens is the earlier 8 element Super Takumar version. The Supers started out with the 8 element version, but eventually switched to the lower cost 7 element version while still a Super,, continuing with that “lesser” design with yours.
I own both the 50 f/1.4 and the 44-2 58 f/2 and you are correct. Both unique with their own specialties. Bery fond of both as their bokeh is elliptical in shape. Great and inexpensive kit!
Thanks for your down to earth honest reviews. I love the way you create and compose your shots amazingly beautiful, thanks for sharing, you always inspire me.
Thanks Zeek, superb colours and that vintage look, you certainly get your exposure spot on to allow a wide range from highlight to shadows and keep your noise so low, well done you certainly get the best out this great little camera
Wowowowowowowow! Mind blown, brother! I'm still awaiting my Helios 44-2 from Mother Russia! 😅 It's been several weeks already, but I'm still patient, hehe. *Zeek, that 50mm looks fantastic!* Your footage and editing style is very unique, and I love it. My love and best wishes to you and your family, my friend. Cheers ☮️
Cheers man, appreciate it! 😎🙌 Hope your Helios comes in soon! I had to wait about 5 Weeks or so, but guess it depends where you are in the world...it was definitely worth the wait! 🎥🔥🔥
No worries! Just a video to show what's out there, don't need to get every single lens reviewed haha. Get what you think will be a valuable addition to whatever you need to get done. I like zooms with IS.
Great videos you produce! Music Image Text all super. BTW, The Super Takumar 35mm f2 on the BMPCC 6k has close to a 50mm full frame FOV. Not the same optics but still a vintage look and pretty fast.
@@ZeekEOSZ You’re convincing me on the multi coated 50mm. I have the 7element non multi coated. I’ve heard the 8 element 1st edition is terrific too. But that multi coated has that luminous (radioactive) dust.
Love the colors, did you just use post stabilisation or also a gimbal, because your footage is very stable for an non ois stab lens. What is your favorite 24mm vintage lens. Thank you for all your amazing videos Zeek
Just post Stabilisation, all hand-held 👍 Favourite 24mm Vintage lens I've used would be the Nikkor 24mm F2.8 Ai-s. Canon FD 24mm are also good, just harder to adapt to EF.
Beautiful footage Zeek this lens is a gem and you live in the right part of the world to get some IR on it would love to now how the ultra rare 'best lens in the world' 8 element version performs but a pretty penny would need to be paid your vintage collection has some real goodys have you tried any Olympus OM's ?
Cheers Tony ;) The 8-Element is super, would just need to find the right price on one. I have tried only the Olympus OM 50mm f1.8, which looks very close to Canon FD rendering and colour, although not as sharp.
I just got one of these (55mm??) 40 bucks and it's a fantastic little lens. I got a cheap UV flashlight off of Amazon and shone it through, bounced off a mirror for a couple days and the yellowing is almost completely gone. It's kind of fun clicking an aperture ring...that vintage feel. It's cool that the front is threaded so I use a step down ring and I have a full set of filters available. Will definitely be picking up other focal lengths.
Beautiful, really ! How much approximately did each lens cost to you ? On eBay they are very cheap like 80$, I wan't to check you that this is accurate
Zeek you're such a generous guy. Firstly thanks!! You often take stills while shooting video. Quick question the best way to do this. I use your CM presets btw ! Is it a case of using the standard NON ML modes to do the stills?
No problem 😎👍 Actually took some photos today whilst shooting ML Raw Video, it works fine with or without ML. I switch to photo mode, then just snap the shots. 🎥👌
@@ZeekEOSZ AH ok. Just the top slider switch then? Ah Cool. Sounds easy. so I don't need to use any presets or anything. it'll just switch back to photo mode. then Slide again to return to ML video ?
@Matteo Scumaci Yes, exactly! In tab one, you can enable or disable "Override Exposure" if the shot taken doesn't match with what the liveview exposure shows.
Niiice! Where can I get this lens? I didnt see it in the description. If I purchase this, which mount would I need for the black magic pocket 4k? Thank you and awesome channel/video..
I got it off eBay. They vary in price. So keep an eye out for a cheaper price and good condition. You will need M42 to M43 mount or if you are using an EF Speedbooster, then M42 to EF Adapter.
Thx, great review Zeek. I had my eye on this but I'm not happy getting a radioactive lens. Could well I'm just silly. To other readers : please don't dicide not to get this because of me.
I understand, trust me. I had one years ago and was so tempted to sell it after reading about it. I did end up doing it haha. I'm over it now though after long research...😎👍
@@ZeekEOSZ Sorry for digging up an old comment, but I just ordered this lens on ebay, and then saw a few videos/articles about its radioactivity. And thus feel a bit concerned now. So, in short, are all the statements about this lenses' radioactive harm over-exadurated or not?
@@fellowcook7746 Overexaggerated. If it has yellowing it has radioactivity, but the chances of its effects are highly low. Users have made videos explaining this.
No problem! 135mm is a nice focal length for cinematic compression. Takumar are awesome, I've owned the non-multicoated version but I like SMC better. 😎👍🎥🔥
The lens emits only smal amounts of harmless alpha radiation at the rear. There is no risk of fogging film, damaging a sensor or bodily harm. Read all about it in my book on Asahi Pentax cameras and Takumar lenses.
@@robertb.3651Nope, Thorium is a pure α emitter. That also makes sense as β and γ radiation would fog your film in no time. By the way α radiation, although perfectly harmless in most cases (it can't penetrate healthy skin and is stopped even by a simple piece of paper), can be very harmful if particles are ingested or inhaled.
Great video man! Quick preference question for you. If both in excellent condition, would you rather have the Helios 44M or a Super Takumar 50mm 1.4 if you could only have one? Let's assume you have an adapter as well as a speed-booster to an APS-C camera. Thank you.
Thanks for another great video. I am planning on getting one and also one Helios as well. Can you recommend a good adapter for these lenses M42 to EF? Which brand fits well to the speed booster?
@@snowwalker9999 The gold chip is just there to save the photo data you take like Aperture, shutter etc. Though from experience it tends not to go well with Speedboosters, and the camera behaves a little odd.
Great lens review. I got my Eos m last week and I seem to be getting pink frames , not constantly but can be a downer. is there any solution for this ? Thanks
So I ended up watching your latest vid after all LOL ... Out of curiosity when you say you have it on your EOS M with a Vitlrox Speedbooster, given that it's a M42 mount (right?) don't you need two adaptors like a M42 to EF and then the EF to EOS M Speedbooster? I ask because my own M42 to EOS adaptor is quite chunky and looking at this vid I can't quite make out your setup. Right now to find your Helius 44 58/2 vid, which I already have in my collection :)
Depends what full frame camera you use. Sony and Panasonic Lount can use Medium format Speedboosters, not EF Mount. Medium format lenses on Full Frame won't be as sharp, like using Full Frame on Aps-c as opposed to Full Frame Lens with Full Frame camera.
@@ZeekEOSZ I use 5dm2, and have pentacon six tl with vintage soviet lins (this is medium format film camera). Lenses for such cameras are very cheap, and have adapters for almost any system. I have heard that due to the crop, the image on such lenses has less venentirovanie, and in theory should be sharp throughout the frame (not sharp edges remain outside the frame). I think this can be useful when shooting videos. I am thinking about, buy or not the adapter...
@@evgenyvolkov7387 No problem! Pentacon Six lenses can be quite big and bulky, but they have some nice lenses in the range for sure! It may be a good idea fo cinematography as they have a long focus throw and great colour rendition, especially the zeiss jena or Mir.
It's the Super Multi-Coated Takumar that's right. It was a long title so I shortened it back then without realising the 8-element was also named Super.
No doubt about it! Back in the day the Taks were cheaper compared to bayonet mount FDs, AE-1 combos. My first camera was Pentax mount m42 & it was a pain to switch lenses. But the glass was golden and build standards were/are superb! Generally slower lenses...although 50 1.4 & 55 2 are fast. Sidebar: what’s your fav/current build for ftp 5k anamorphic?
Interesting! I'm using Danne's latest build from here: bitbucket.org/Dannephoto/magic-lantern_jip_hop_git/downloads/ I use 5K FRTP, 16:9 set in Tab 3, and 10 Bit Enabled.
Well done! I am new to Takomar and I got an 8 blade early version, but could not use it jet. How can I fit it to my XT-1 camera? The mount has one little metal pin. Is this a Pentax mount?
Nice video as always. Thanks for your review! What would be your recommendation for a fast vintage glass that is ef adaptable and with around 35mm focal length? Cheers from the other side of the world.
@@lerx1980 Haha awesome! If you get the M42 Jena versions, beware you need a "Type 2" M42 to EF Adapter, otherwise you won't be able to adjust the aperture on those Jena lenses 🎥👍
I heard from a professional photographer when you use these vintage lenses on a modern digital camera it losses the picture quality, he me told to use those lenses with the original camera. Can you confirm if its true? Greetings
You won't get as much Resolution as obviously more modern Glass. What you do get though is a unique look. It's just a hobby really, you'd obviously use top notch lens for a serious photography shoot, but as a hobby, who cares! Using these lenses on the original camera or not doesn't mean much, just enjoy shooting with whatever, and if it looks good, great! 😎🤘🎥🔥
Zeek, I need your help with magic lantern on the eos m. when I record raw I get focus dots in the middle of my screen and I am able to solve the issue by processing it through the mlv app. However, when I don't want to shoot raw and shoot in H.264 instead those same focus dots appear in the middle of my footage and I cant correct it. what should I do? is it my settings or do I have to do another way to remove them?
Towards the bottom of the page download the focus pixels folder: github.com/ilia3101/MLV-App/tree/master/pixel_maps Umzip and paste all those resolution files onto MLV App interface, then restart. The focus pixel dots should be gone for raw video. When shooting H.264, tap on the eos m screen until tyou see presets and select H.264. Ensure RAW Video is turned of in ML Menu.
Both are really good. Takumar looks more Cinematic with more character, the FD is natural and produces organic looking images, not too digital looking. Both are good quality, FD has better flare control and neutral colours, whereas takumar may seem a little warm if the glass isn't treated.
Hi Zeek. Stumbled on your channel and have been hooked ever since. Have a similar question…Super Takumar 50mm 1.4 vs Pancolar 50mm 1.8. If you had to make one choice…which would you pick?
Haha, thanks for the offer. Appreciate it! I still use and love the Helios 44-2! I'll probably be on the lookout for another cheap Russian lens. Cheers! 😎🙌
@@docshadrach Are you in using the same Takumar version? Sometimes there are V2 or Type 2 M42 to EF Adapters for particular M42 lenses. www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=www.amazon.com.au/Fotodiox-Pro-Lens-Mount-Adapter/dp/B003Y2Z6X2&ved=2ahUKEwieiJun_JT0AhUBxTgGHRNIBukQFnoECAMQAQ&usg=AOvVaw0UvZz6E4Qyi_-T5VQD1EuS
hey did you import it from overseas? i bought one but i'm a bit worried it wont make it through customs because of its radioactivity. im in australia too btw
It's NOT a Super Takumar! It's a Super Multi Coated Takumar! You mislead people with your title. I came here to see a review of the Super Takumar 50mm f1.4 because that's what you said! Wasted my time.
Really? How ironic. How much of the video did you watch? If your time is so valuable why leave a comment? Comments, both positive and negative help the channel. Glad to help the channel and to waste more of your time if you have read my reply.
There are reports of lenses with radioactivity for refractive index Please refrain from using it and keep your health safe. Lee, who loves content, sends you
Simon's utak made a thorough review on radioactive lenses, and how dangerous they are. Basically, you are in harm's way only when you keep them on your body (in your pocket), or sleep with them. Even then, you need to have it in your pants for 1 year full time to get in trouble. You are exposed to more radiation from a single plane flight than from using this lens properly for a year.
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I love your reviews I learn a lot from you I hope you do more videos for eos m2 that's is what I have.
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Much appreciated!
Love and best wishes to you and all, from Detroit. Agreed, Captain Zeke here has fantastic, very informative reviews! Awesome dude 👍🏾
OK, confession time...
Who else immediately hopped on eBay, scored one of these lenses, and then went off to find an adapter..?
Absolutely love your videos - they are breathing new life into my old Canon 5DM2, which has sat in a box for the past couple years.
Cheers! J
Congrats! Can't lose with these superb lenses! On full frame they're magic! Good luck :)
Oh my! Brother, that's a grievous sin, letting your 5DII sadly sit in a box! Zeek, I think you and I need to pay John Fisk a visit...! 😅 Kidding, I love you bros, and I admit John, I'm tempted now to purchase this lens, but will wait a little bit until my funds increase, hehe. Peace.
Which adapter do I buy is own a Sony A7?
Yes, Another vintage lens! Going to watch now!
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I bought this lens years ago, love it. Not sure if I knew what it was back then, the bokeh is truly unique!
It really is! :)
Wow! This shots on this lens look amazing!
It realy is a fantastic lens :)
Zeek! I've been following your channel since your EOS M Black Magic tuts. Just picked up this lens on a Pantax Spotmatic SPII for $70. Thanks for all the great content over the years
It’s an absolute joy to see you review one of my lenses
No problem at all! This lens deserves the attention ;)
That 6k screen looks marvellous
Haha yes indeed!
Great series of lenses. I have the Super-Tak 28mm....love the color rendition..
Cheers! Ahh the 28mm is awesome from what I've heard, thats the next in line ;)
The iconic, most sought after version of this lens is the earlier 8 element Super Takumar version. The Supers started out with the 8 element version, but eventually switched to the lower cost 7 element version while still a Super,, continuing with that “lesser” design with yours.
I own both the 50 f/1.4 and the 44-2 58 f/2 and you are correct. Both unique with their own specialties. Bery fond of both as their bokeh is elliptical in shape. Great and inexpensive kit!
Thanks for your down to earth honest reviews. I love the way you create and compose your shots amazingly beautiful, thanks for sharing, you always inspire me.
No problem at all, thanks for stopping by 😎🙌🎥😂
Thanks Zeek, superb colours and that vintage look, you certainly get your exposure spot on to allow a wide range from highlight to shadows and keep your noise so low, well done you certainly get the best out this great little camera
Much appreciated! I mainly expose for the highlights, sometimes if it's too harsh, I turn to expose for the skin tones and let it go ;)
At 3.09, am I the only one to see a shark into the pound? And yes, Indeed it's really sharp.
got the mirror from your last video and im loving it!
ahhh this look soo good! i want to buy this lens too ahaha
Awesome to hear! :)
luckiest sister! she has a personal photographer for so long!!!
Hahah. that's right ;)
Deffo want a set of Super-Taks. 28, 35, 50, and maybe 85... ✊🏿
Budget Cine Set 😎👌🎥💎
Wowowowowowowow! Mind blown, brother! I'm still awaiting my Helios 44-2 from Mother Russia! 😅 It's been several weeks already, but I'm still patient, hehe. *Zeek, that 50mm looks fantastic!* Your footage and editing style is very unique, and I love it. My love and best wishes to you and your family, my friend. Cheers ☮️
Cheers man, appreciate it! 😎🙌
Hope your Helios comes in soon! I had to wait about 5 Weeks or so, but guess it depends where you are in the world...it was definitely worth the wait! 🎥🔥🔥
@@ZeekEOSZ You're very welcome my friend, and yeah, I'm sure it'll be any day now; probably within a week. Much appreciated! :)
@@FilmSpook
Awesome! Should be good 👌🎥💎
Nice review! I just received this lens in the mail yesterday, and can't wait to use it with my Spotmatic SP.
As I've told you I have one and love it. Nice Review, Zeek👌🙂
Cheers Wilson! 😎🙌 Can't go wrong with these! Hope to do some comparisons with other vintage glass 🎥💯
Once again, you've reminded me that I need to shoot with my vintage lenses waaaay more.
Such sweet footage! Love the softness. Just the right amount!
Cheers! 😎🤘
The Taks are great, even the Nikkor stuff 👌🎥🔥
An excellent review. Thank You.
Just picked this up with a spotmatic, 135/3.5, and a 2x adapter, for $30 CDN. Excited to use it for film and digital.
I hope you have a video on how you color grade if not you should because I love the way you grade.
I do, towards the end of this video:
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I use Davinci Resolve ,😎👍🎥🔥
@@ZeekEOSZ awesome! Thanks for the reply. Have you seen the lexar professional 128 sd cards on amazon?? They’re 250 mb/s!!
@@southstarbeats9730
I have one for my BMPCC 6K. They work okay on the M. I still like the SanDisk Extreme PRO more with the M. 😎🤘
Fantastic video thanks.
Btw your channel is awesome. I really like the testing and how you make content, thank you!
Thanks! The look it gives is perfect for filmmaking
Just wanted to buy the Canon FD 50mm F1.4 since I dropped my yongnuo 50mm 1.4.... Now Takumar it is haha
The lens is too good! Multi coated variants are superb for the price!
Zeek, this was another awesome video. Many Thanks. Problem is, now I want to buy another lens 😂
No worries! Just a video to show what's out there, don't need to get every single lens reviewed haha. Get what you think will be a valuable addition to whatever you need to get done. I like zooms with IS.
Awesome lens and as always great review Zeek 👍👍👍🎬
Indeed! Cheers! 😉🙌🎥🔥
Sorry I spelt your name wrong , Zeek 🙏
@@Meddred All good! I know what you mean haha..
"Zeex" is his evil twin from a parallel Earth where EOS M is hated. 😅
The universe where EOS M is hated is called Hell ;)
My 1st Super Tak arrived 3 days ago. CA aside I get the hype. 135mm 3.5 for $30. The 50, 55, 58 are next. Love your content!!
Nice!! That's huge! Where'd you get yours ?
Fantastic review. Subscribed!
Great videos you produce! Music Image Text all super.
BTW, The Super Takumar 35mm f2 on the BMPCC 6k has close to a 50mm full frame FOV. Not the same optics but still a vintage look and pretty fast.
Thank you!
I have the Super multicoated Tak 35mm F2. its also great! I do like the 50mm more though. The 28mm F3.5 would be my next preference 😎👍🎥🔥
@@ZeekEOSZ You’re convincing me on the multi coated 50mm. I have the 7element non multi coated. I’ve heard the 8 element 1st edition is terrific too. But that multi coated has that luminous (radioactive) dust.
@@InnerCityProjections The multi-coated is way better than the non. 8-Element is very good, the price isn't though haha..
Really want to get this lens for my X-T3
Love the colors, did you just use post stabilisation or also a gimbal, because your footage is very stable for an non ois stab lens.
What is your favorite 24mm vintage lens.
Thank you for all your amazing videos Zeek
Just post Stabilisation, all hand-held 👍
Favourite 24mm Vintage lens I've used would be the Nikkor 24mm F2.8 Ai-s. Canon FD 24mm are also good, just harder to adapt to EF.
hi zeek, can you make canon eos m50 magic lantern raw video? i really like your videos, they're easy to understand
The M50 currently doesnt support magic lantern though.
Thank you for another great video.
No problem 😎👍
Can you make multi cam test video of dialogue scene with bm 6k, 5d mark ii and eos m, and review?
I can certainly give it a shot! Might need more tripods haha ;)
Beautiful footage Zeek
this lens is a gem and you live in the right part of the world to get some IR on it would love to now how the ultra rare 'best lens in the world' 8 element version performs but a pretty penny would need to be paid your vintage collection has some real goodys have you tried any Olympus OM's ?
Cheers Tony ;) The 8-Element is super, would just need to find the right price on one. I have tried only the Olympus OM 50mm f1.8, which looks very close to Canon FD rendering and colour, although not as sharp.
I just bought it from FB marketplace for $60. Also ordered a adapter for my 5D classic. Now waiting for them to arrive.
Amazing price! ;)
I just got one of these (55mm??) 40 bucks and it's a fantastic little lens. I got a cheap UV flashlight off of Amazon and shone it through, bounced off a mirror for a couple days and the yellowing is almost completely gone. It's kind of fun clicking an aperture ring...that vintage feel. It's cool that the front is threaded so I use a step down ring and I have a full set of filters available. Will definitely be picking up other focal lengths.
Awesome! Great price too 👍🎥🔥 The 55mm is very nice and for me, I actually prefer it to the 50mm at times.
Beautiful, really !
How much approximately did each lens cost to you ? On eBay they are very cheap like 80$, I wan't to check you that this is accurate
I absolutely love it
It's too good haha! 😎👌🎥💎🔥
Can’t be too good !
Zeek you're such a generous guy. Firstly thanks!! You often take stills while shooting video. Quick question the best way to do this. I use your CM presets btw ! Is it a case of using the standard NON ML modes to do the stills?
No problem 😎👍
Actually took some photos today whilst shooting ML Raw Video, it works fine with or without ML.
I switch to photo mode, then just snap the shots. 🎥👌
@@ZeekEOSZ AH ok. Just the top slider switch then? Ah Cool. Sounds easy. so I don't need to use any presets or anything. it'll just switch back to photo mode. then Slide again to return to ML video ?
@Matteo Scumaci
Yes, exactly! In tab one, you can enable or disable "Override Exposure" if the shot taken doesn't match with what the liveview exposure shows.
Niiice! Where can I get this lens? I didnt see it in the description. If I purchase this, which mount would I need for the black magic pocket 4k? Thank you and awesome channel/video..
I got it off eBay. They vary in price. So keep an eye out for a cheaper price and good condition.
You will need M42 to M43 mount or if you are using an EF Speedbooster, then M42 to EF Adapter.
Thank you very much! That helped out a great deal
I only found the 55mm 1.8 version. I wonder how good it is compared to the 50mm 1.4.
Thank you, i was looking at a 55mm takumar and was wondering if they use m42 or not. Footage looks really nice
Is that the radioactive one? Do I need a Haz-Mat suit to use it?
Ya! You may haha! Nah, it's all good, not as bad as it sounds ;)
*The radioactivity from this lens has given him super powers. He is known as Captain Zeek. "EOSvengers, assemble!"* 😅
You will be fine. Your camera may possibly get cancer.
Do you use any filters for capturing those beautiful out side footage ?
I will explain the filters I use in the next few vids, but essentialy an ND & Pro-Mist Filter were used 👍
@@ZeekEOSZ Waiting for filter review ..🙏
Excellent video mate. Maybe a stupid but valid question. How do you focus your subjects in video on a manual focus lens ?
I'm used to it haha. Been using manual focus a long time now. 😎
Cheapest is $143 Aussie mate, not sure where you got yours
eBay, gotta keep an eye out.
Thx, great review Zeek. I had my eye on this but I'm not happy getting a radioactive lens. Could well I'm just silly. To other readers : please don't dicide not to get this because of me.
I understand, trust me. I had one years ago and was so tempted to sell it after reading about it. I did end up doing it haha. I'm over it now though after long research...😎👍
@@ZeekEOSZ Sorry for digging up an old comment, but I just ordered this lens on ebay, and then saw a few videos/articles about its radioactivity. And thus feel a bit concerned now. So, in short, are all the statements about this lenses' radioactive harm over-exadurated or not?
@@fellowcook7746 Overexaggerated. If it has yellowing it has radioactivity, but the chances of its effects are highly low. Users have made videos explaining this.
@@ZeekEOSZ Thank you 👍
Great video, looks very nice with the white EOS canon. If it has ois, I will buy one for all my Taks. Thanks
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O, like this lins. later, I think about by this, and by priceflex reflex 135mm because I like flex... Hallo from Russia, and sorry about my language;)
No problem! 135mm is a nice focal length for cinematic compression. Takumar are awesome, I've owned the non-multicoated version but I like SMC better. 😎👍🎥🔥
My copy is very unsharp and can´t handle highlights at all. I have to get it looked at, but it seems to be in good condition externally.
The lens emits only smal amounts of harmless alpha radiation at the rear. There is no risk of fogging film, damaging a sensor or bodily harm. Read all about it in my book on Asahi Pentax cameras and Takumar lenses.
Wrong - beta and gamma too !!!
@@robertb.3651Nope, Thorium is a pure α emitter. That also makes sense as β and γ radiation would fog your film in no time. By the way α radiation, although perfectly harmless in most cases (it can't penetrate healthy skin and is stopped even by a simple piece of paper), can be very harmful if particles are ingested or inhaled.
Great video man! Quick preference question for you. If both in excellent condition, would you rather have the Helios 44M or a Super Takumar 50mm 1.4 if you could only have one? Let's assume you have an adapter as well as a speed-booster to an APS-C camera. Thank you.
Are you in Northern Californa? Looks like the Santa Cruz mountains.
Thanks for another great video. I am planning on getting one and also one Helios as well. Can you recommend a good adapter for these lenses M42 to EF? Which brand fits well to the speed booster?
An EF to M42 to Adapter will do fine. Just don't get the ones with Gold AF Chips.
@@ZeekEOSZ So the ones that are manual focus only? Fotga has one with gold AF chip I think. I’m going to skip that one.
@@snowwalker9999 The gold chip is just there to save the photo data you take like Aperture, shutter etc. Though from experience it tends not to go well with Speedboosters, and the camera behaves a little odd.
@@ZeekEOSZ thank you. That’s important to know cause I’m planning on using the speed booster.
@@snowwalker9999
No problem! 👌
It's a jewel but emitts gamma ray from the back glass.
Great lens review. I got my Eos m last week and I seem to be getting pink frames , not constantly but can be a downer. is there any solution for this ? Thanks
Check you're not shooting 30fps, enable 10 bit, use a good SD card e.g. SanDisk Extreme Pro.
So I ended up watching your latest vid after all LOL ...
Out of curiosity when you say you have it on your EOS M with a Vitlrox Speedbooster, given that it's a M42 mount (right?) don't you need two adaptors like a M42 to EF and then the EF to EOS M Speedbooster? I ask because my own M42 to EOS adaptor is quite chunky and looking at this vid I can't quite make out your setup.
Right now to find your Helius 44 58/2 vid, which I already have in my collection :)
Yeah, I use a speedbooster with this lens.
M42 to EF Adapter, then attach to EF Speedbooster. Feels solid 😎👌🎥🔥
Do you know about usage medium format lins in full frame? What you think about this?
Depends what full frame camera you use. Sony and Panasonic Lount can use Medium format Speedboosters, not EF Mount.
Medium format lenses on Full Frame won't be as sharp, like using Full Frame on Aps-c as opposed to Full Frame Lens with Full Frame camera.
@@ZeekEOSZ I use 5dm2, and have pentacon six tl with vintage soviet lins (this is medium format film camera). Lenses for such cameras are very cheap, and have adapters for almost any system. I have heard that due to the crop, the image on such lenses has less venentirovanie, and in theory should be sharp throughout the frame (not sharp edges remain outside the frame). I think this can be useful when shooting videos. I am thinking about, buy or not the adapter...
@@ZeekEOSZ Incidentltally, thanks for your guide about magic letern, this is the best i cold find in English and Russian youtube;)
@@evgenyvolkov7387 No problem!
Pentacon Six lenses can be quite big and bulky, but they have some nice lenses in the range for sure! It may be a good idea fo cinematography as they have a long focus throw and great colour rendition, especially the zeiss jena or Mir.
Hi your video title says super takumar, but you review the super multi coated 7 element? The super takumar is usually the 8 element!
It's the Super Multi-Coated Takumar that's right. It was a long title so I shortened it back then without realising the 8-element was also named Super.
No idea how you found one in such good nic for so cheap!
No doubt about it! Back in the day the Taks were cheaper compared to bayonet mount FDs, AE-1 combos. My first camera was Pentax mount m42 & it was a pain to switch lenses. But the glass was golden and build standards were/are superb! Generally slower lenses...although 50 1.4 & 55 2 are fast.
Sidebar: what’s your fav/current build for ftp 5k anamorphic?
Interesting!
I'm using Danne's latest build from here:
bitbucket.org/Dannephoto/magic-lantern_jip_hop_git/downloads/
I use 5K FRTP, 16:9 set in Tab 3, and 10 Bit Enabled.
@@ZeekEOSZ thanks Zeek!
Well done! I am new to Takomar and I got an 8 blade early version, but could not use it jet. How can I fit it to my XT-1 camera? The mount has one little metal pin. Is this a Pentax mount?
It's also radioactive. So yeah, that's cool.
Yep. 👌🍿
Nice video as always. Thanks for your review!
What would be your recommendation for a fast vintage glass that is ef adaptable and with around 35mm focal length?
Cheers from the other side of the world.
I can recommend the Zeiss Flektogon 35mm F2.8, Nikkor Ai/Ais 35mm F2 or f2.8, Contax Zeiss 35mm F2.8.
@@ZeekEOSZ thanks Zeek for your reply. The Zeiss lenses are old German lenses. They should be easily findable in Germany cause I live there :D
@@lerx1980
Haha awesome!
If you get the M42 Jena versions, beware you need a "Type 2" M42 to EF Adapter, otherwise you won't be able to adjust the aperture on those Jena lenses 🎥👍
@@ZeekEOSZ I always like how you help everyone out and give them additional Infos.
Thanks a lot man! Really appreciate it!
Have a good one
@@lerx1980
No problem, cheers 👍
How is the focus breathing behaves when shooting videos?
Hi zeek, could it be used on the eos m with speed booster?
yes it can with m42 to EF adapter to EF Speedbooster. Or, M42 to EOS M speedbooster.
Thanks zeek! Do u come accross any major problems with the viltrox speedbooster (softness, focus to infinity) etc?
I heard from a professional photographer when you use these vintage lenses on a modern digital camera it losses the picture quality, he me told to use those lenses with the original camera. Can you confirm if its true? Greetings
You won't get as much Resolution as obviously more modern Glass. What you do get though is a unique look.
It's just a hobby really, you'd obviously use top notch lens for a serious photography shoot, but as a hobby, who cares!
Using these lenses on the original camera or not doesn't mean much, just enjoy shooting with whatever, and if it looks good, great! 😎🤘🎥🔥
I have this lens adapted to my Fuji X-S10 and want to know, shall I have this in auto or manual mode? Thanks mate!
Auto on the lens
@@ZeekEOSZ Even if it's a manual focus lens? TY
@@mattcero1 there's an auto switch on the lens, that's what I though you meant haha. If it's a manual lens, then yes, manual mode 😎👍🍻
@@ZeekEOSZ Ok, thanks x 2 man!
Where can i buy this
which adapter did you use for M42 - FE ??
M42 to EF (Canon EF Mount) 👍
@@ZeekEOSZ thank you!!
Zeek, I need your help with magic lantern on the eos m. when I record raw I get focus dots in the middle of my screen and I am able to solve the issue by processing it through the mlv app. However, when I don't want to shoot raw and shoot in H.264 instead those same focus dots appear in the middle of my footage and I cant correct it. what should I do? is it my settings or do I have to do another way to remove them?
Towards the bottom of the page download the focus pixels folder:
github.com/ilia3101/MLV-App/tree/master/pixel_maps
Umzip and paste all those resolution files onto MLV App interface, then restart. The focus pixel dots should be gone for raw video.
When shooting H.264, tap on the eos m screen until tyou see presets and select H.264. Ensure RAW Video is turned of in ML Menu.
One more question, what filter can I use on the first version 50mm 1.4 to avoid fairing, since the early ones have no coating?
Hello, I want to buy the super takumar 50mm 1.4 and I want to compare it with the canon 50mm 1.4 lens, which do you think is of better quality.
Both are really good. Takumar looks more Cinematic with more character, the FD is natural and produces organic looking images, not too digital looking. Both are good quality, FD has better flare control and neutral colours, whereas takumar may seem a little warm if the glass isn't treated.
Hi Zeek. Stumbled on your channel and have been hooked ever since. Have a similar question…Super Takumar 50mm 1.4 vs Pancolar 50mm 1.8. If you had to make one choice…which would you pick?
@@cosmashono7665
Tak is super nice, but based on colour rendition, I'd go with Zeiss Pancolar.
Isn’t this the one that’s radioactive?
Yep. It's not as bad as it sounds though 😆🤘
I was close to buying one but gave up because of that. Fantastic quality!
I did research prior. I believe it's absolutely fine. But each to their own. Great quality lenses! 😎👌
Does that adapter have any play on Metabones XL?
Nope, tight as a glove.
One more thing, l live in Russia, and can by vintage Soviet lins for you, for a very low price 💁🏿♂️
Haha, thanks for the offer. Appreciate it! I still use and love the Helios 44-2! I'll probably be on the lookout for another cheap Russian lens. Cheers! 😎🙌
contact me, I can tell you about interesting samples, I have a small collection
Thank you ☝️💯
Can we put it on the sony e mount?
WHAT IS MORE BETTER
8 ELEMENTS OR
7 ELEMENTS
?????
8-Element. Tak sharp wide open! But this one for the price is magnificent 🎥🔥
@@ZeekEOSZ THANKS BRO
YOUR CHANNEL IS AMAZING REALLY AMAZING
your material has real value
I WILL BUY THE 8 ELEMENTS
@@anthonyscalamare298
No problem man! Hope to do more lens reviews or tests soon comparing all my lenses 😎🙌🎥🔥🔥
@@ZeekEOSZ EXELENT BRO AND THANK YOU VERY MUCH
What about the problem with the mirror in the 5d mkII?
No issues, works like a treat! Pentax K is the one I'd be worried about, not M42 mount.
@@ZeekEOSZ I have M42 version and I'm having this issue 😔
@@docshadrach Are you in using the same Takumar version? Sometimes there are V2 or Type 2 M42 to EF Adapters for particular M42 lenses.
www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=www.amazon.com.au/Fotodiox-Pro-Lens-Mount-Adapter/dp/B003Y2Z6X2&ved=2ahUKEwieiJun_JT0AhUBxTgGHRNIBukQFnoECAMQAQ&usg=AOvVaw0UvZz6E4Qyi_-T5VQD1EuS
@@ZeekEOSZ So I will try this type 2 adapter.. Are you using this? thx!
@@docshadrach I am yes. I am using a black version I mentioned in this video.
hey, is it micro 4/3rds?
hey did you import it from overseas? i bought one but i'm a bit worried it wont make it through customs because of its radioactivity. im in australia too btw
I did, I believe Japan. There shouldn't be any issues with custom.
@@ZeekEOSZ thanks so much for the reply :D ok that puts me at ease haha
9:33 why is this cow shaking her shoulder? surprising! xD
Wouldn't have a clue ;)
It's NOT a Super Takumar! It's a Super Multi Coated Takumar! You mislead people with your title. I came here to see a review of the Super Takumar 50mm f1.4 because that's what you said! Wasted my time.
Lol he's right about the lenses being different but lol 😅dude also needs to relax lol
Really? How ironic. How much of the video did you watch? If your time is so valuable why leave a comment?
Comments, both positive and negative help the channel. Glad to help the channel and to waste more of your time if you have read my reply.
This lens is ok, but there are so many better lenses for m42.
*laughs in 8 element.
There are reports of lenses with radioactivity for refractive index Please refrain from using it and keep your health safe. Lee, who loves content, sends you
Simon's utak made a thorough review on radioactive lenses, and how dangerous they are. Basically, you are in harm's way only when you keep them on your body (in your pocket), or sleep with them. Even then, you need to have it in your pants for 1 year full time to get in trouble. You are exposed to more radiation from a single plane flight than from using this lens properly for a year.
I just got at thrift store for $30.
Que asco, pura publicidad.
Por lo dices?