SMC Pentax 67 165mm f2.8

£660.00

SMC Pentax 67 165mm f2.8 lens : EXE++
SMC Pentax 67 front lens cap
SMC Pentax 67 rear lens cap

Exquisite condition, very slight signs of careful light use
Working flawlessly.
Easily the best in UK

SMC Pentax 67 165mm f2.8 lens, launched in 1989, for 120 medium format 6×7cm film cameras launched in 1971. Compatible with all Asahi Pentax 6x7, 6x7 MLU, Pentax 67 and Pentax 67II bodies.

The SMC Pentax 67 165mm f/2.8 is a classic medium format prime lens known as the go-to portrait lens for the Pentax 67 system, offering an ~85mm full-frame field of view, featuring 6 elements in 5 groups, 10 aperture blades, a 1.6m minimum focus, and a built-in hood, weighing around 835g with a 67mm filter thread. It's praised for sharpness and compression, ideal for portraits with beautiful bokeh, and is surprisingly compact for its class.

SMC Pentax 67 165mm f2.8 lens : EXE++
SMC Pentax 67 front lens cap
SMC Pentax 67 rear lens cap

Exquisite condition, very slight signs of careful light use
Working flawlessly.
Easily the best in UK

SMC Pentax 67 165mm f2.8 lens, launched in 1989, for 120 medium format 6×7cm film cameras launched in 1971. Compatible with all Asahi Pentax 6x7, 6x7 MLU, Pentax 67 and Pentax 67II bodies.

The SMC Pentax 67 165mm f/2.8 is a classic medium format prime lens known as the go-to portrait lens for the Pentax 67 system, offering an ~85mm full-frame field of view, featuring 6 elements in 5 groups, 10 aperture blades, a 1.6m minimum focus, and a built-in hood, weighing around 835g with a 67mm filter thread. It's praised for sharpness and compression, ideal for portraits with beautiful bokeh, and is surprisingly compact for its class.

  • EXE++

    Exquisite condition, very slight signs of careful light use

    Working flawlessly.
    Easily the best in UK

    UK Grading Standard
    All items are mechanically and optically MINT: Working flawlessly like new.
    Cosmetics are graded as follows:
    MINT  = Like new
    MINT- = Exceptional condition, invisible signs of use
    EXE++ = Exquisite condition, very slight signs of careful light use
    EXE   = Excellent condition, signs of light careful use

  • Optics are MINT: Clean, clear, crisp and super sharp
    No haze
    No fog
    No fungus
    No separation
    No scratches
    No wipe marks
    No yellowing

  • Official Asahi Pentax service by factory technician

    Mechanically MINT

    Film tested with 6x7 MLU and 67ii

    Tested digitally with Fujji GFX 100s + Fotodiox TS adapter

    All apertures spot on

  • Key Specifications:

    • Focal Length: 105mm (approx. 54mm equivalent on 35mm)

    • Aperture: f/2.4 - f/22 (9 aperture blades)

    • Optical Formula: 6 elements in 5 groups (similar to Takumar designs)

    • Minimum Focus Distance: 1 meter (3.3 feet)

    • Filter Thread: 67mm

    • Weight: Around 590g - 630g (varies slightly by version)

    • Lens Coating: Super-Multi-Coated (SMC) for flare/ghosting reduction

  • Standard 3 mths Warranty

    Extended Warranty available

    6 mths extension £50
    1 yr Warranty £75
    3 yr Warranty £125

  • The dispatch time is 5-7 days
    Free UK postage is with Royal Mail Special Delivery
    International shipping price depends on country. It is tracked and signed and average cost is £28
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