After using the 35/3.5 for a while (a day or two) I was hooked, so I’ve started looking around for more M42 lenses. I just got a 135/3.5 Super Takumar and some extension tubes from Collectible Cameras. I decided to order a lens they described as a “9-” because the 35/3.5 from Adorama was an “E+” and I wanted to see if there’d be much difference between “really good” and “not as good.” Optically and functionally, the 135/3.5 is flawless, except maybe the focus feels less smooth than the 35/3.5. I guess I can figure out how to lubricate it if it’s a problem. The 135/3.5 does have a few wear marks on the metal that I don’t care about.
Two photos with the new lens and the longest tube:
Update: Here’s a shot of the LDS temple that shows how sharp the 135/3.5 is, even with my mediocre focusing skills:
