Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm F1.8 Cine Mod Lens w/ Anamorphic Bokeh For Sony E-mount

Give your filmmaking a truly cinematic edge with the Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm F1.8 Cine Mod Prime Lens, a vintage Japanese classic re-engineered for professional video capturing. Known for its legendary rendering and timeless optical character, this lens has been carefully cleaned, re-lubricated, cine-modified, and adapted for Sony E-Mount to meet the demands of modern cinematography.

Professionally Cine-Modded for Filmmakers

This lens has undergone a full servicing and cine modification process to transform it into a reliable tool for professional productions:

• Dual 0.8 Follow Focus Gears – Installed on both aperture and focus rings, ensuring smooth compatibility with standard cinema rigs.
• De-Clicked Aperture – Enables stepless exposure control, perfect for seamless light transitions in film.
• 80mm Outer Diameter Cine Hood – Designed for matte boxes and professional accessories.
• Adapted to Sony E-Mount – Precision calibrated with infinity focus accuracy.
• Front & Rear Lens Caps Included – For maximum protection during storage and transport.

Optical Character & Cinematic Rendering

The Super-Takumar 55mm F1.8 is celebrated for its creamy vintage rendering and beautiful tonal transitions. With this cine-mod, it goes a step further:

• Neutral Oval Bokeh – Spherical modification emulates the look of anamorphic lenses, creating distinctive oval-shaped background blur.
• Anamorphic Look Without De-Squeeze – By adding 1:2.35 black bars in post-production, you achieve a widescreen anamorphic effect without stretching.
• Legendary Takumar Glass – Sharp yet organic, with smooth color rendering and natural contrast.
• Fast F1.8 Aperture – Delivers shallow depth of field and excellent low-light performance.

Specifications:

• Lens Mount - Sony E-mount
• Focal Length - 55mm
• Maximum Aperture - F1.8
• Minimum Aperture - F16
• Aperture Blades - 6
• Minimum Focus Distance - 0.45m
• Filter Size - 49mm
• Focus Type - Manual
• Serial Number - 3343678

Condition

This cine-modded lens is in excellent serviced condition. The glass is clear, free of scratches, haze, and fungus, with only minimal age-appropriate marks that do not affect optical performance. Focus and aperture rings move smoothly, re-lubricated for precise control. The exterior shows only light cosmetic signs of age. Fully adapted and calibrated for Sony E-mount, this lens is ready for professional video production.

Included in This Offer

✔ Asahi Super-Takumar 55mm F1.8 Cine Mod Lens (Sony E mount)
✔ 2x 0.8 Follow Focus Gears (aperture & focus)
✔ 80mm OD Cine Hood
✔ Front Lens Cap
✔ Rear Lens Cap

Why Choose This Lens?

This modified Super-Takumar offers a rare combination of vintage optical beauty and modern filmmaking usability. The anamorphic-style oval bokeh, smooth cine mechanics, and Sony E-mount adaptation make it a unique creative tool for independent filmmakers, videographers, and professionals seeking a distinctive, cinematic aesthetic.

Capture striking imagery with one of the most respected vintage optics of the 20th century—reborn for the cinema world of today.