Bellows A + Takumar 100mm bellows lens
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21 years
Totana,
Spain.
Can somebody tell me if the Takumar M42 100mm Bellows lens can be used succesfully on a Pentax Bellows A (K mount) with an M42/K adapter together with an ist D or DS. I particularly need to know if the aperture ring will be effective (Does it have manual diaphragm)
The Bellows A has no electrical contacts anyway so manual metering will be needed I guess.
Is it a 'flat field' lens ?
What would be the best modern equivalent. I have a Pentax-F 100mm macro lens (brilliant piece of glass, if you have the opportunity, buy one), is there any point in fitting that to a bellows unit for greater magnification?
Your leaned opinions gratefully received and thanks in anticipation.