Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5
Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 - Good Condition | Classic East German Telephoto Prime in M42 Mount
The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 is a rare and characterful East German telephoto prime that carries the rich optical heritage of one of Germany's most respected lens manufacturers. The 180mm focal length delivers a flattering and versatile telephoto perspective — ideal for portraits, distant subjects, and compressed landscape photography — while the f/3.5 maximum aperture provides pleasing background separation and capable low-light performance. Meyer-Optik Görlitz lenses are renowned for their distinctive rendering character — smooth, natural, and with a warmth that modern glass rarely replicates. In M42 mount, it adapts effortlessly to a wide range of modern mirrorless and film bodies. Serial number SR 2786830.
Key Features
- 180mm focal length — flattering telephoto perspective for portraits and distant subjects
- f/3.5 maximum aperture with smooth and characterful rendering
- Classic Meyer-Optik Görlitz optical formula with distinctive vintage character
- M42 screw mount — compatible with a vast range of film and digital bodies via adapter
- Manual focus operation with smooth, well-damped focus ring
- Solid all-metal construction built to last
- A rare and collectable piece of East German optical history
Condition Report
- Body: Good condition — light marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to barrel or mount
- Optics: Elements clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact
- Mechanics: Focus ring operates smoothly and precisely; aperture blades clean and snappy; mount clean and secure
"The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 is one of those rare telephoto primes that serious vintage lens collectors seek out with genuine enthusiasm. The 180mm focal length is a wonderfully flattering portrait perspective, and the Meyer-Optik rendering character gives images a warmth and natural quality that modern telephoto glass rarely achieves. On a modern mirrorless body via adapter this is a genuinely rewarding creative tool."
What's Included
- Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 lens (M42 mount)
- Front and rear lens caps
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Meyer-Optik Görlitz
- Model: Primotar 180mm f/3.5
- Serial Number: SR 2786830
- Mount: M42
- Focal Length: 180mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/3.5
- Minimum Aperture: f/22
- Lens Construction: 3 elements in 3 groups
- Angle of View: 13.5°
- Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 2.0m
- Filter Thread: 58mm
- Construction: All-metal barrel
- Type: Prime Lens
- Category: Lenses
- Condition: Good Condition
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Product Information
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Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5
Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5
Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 - Good Condition | Classic East German Telephoto Prime in M42 Mount
The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 is a rare and characterful East German telephoto prime that carries the rich optical heritage of one of Germany's most respected lens manufacturers. The 180mm focal length delivers a flattering and versatile telephoto perspective — ideal for portraits, distant subjects, and compressed landscape photography — while the f/3.5 maximum aperture provides pleasing background separation and capable low-light performance. Meyer-Optik Görlitz lenses are renowned for their distinctive rendering character — smooth, natural, and with a warmth that modern glass rarely replicates. In M42 mount, it adapts effortlessly to a wide range of modern mirrorless and film bodies. Serial number SR 2786830.
Key Features
- 180mm focal length — flattering telephoto perspective for portraits and distant subjects
- f/3.5 maximum aperture with smooth and characterful rendering
- Classic Meyer-Optik Görlitz optical formula with distinctive vintage character
- M42 screw mount — compatible with a vast range of film and digital bodies via adapter
- Manual focus operation with smooth, well-damped focus ring
- Solid all-metal construction built to last
- A rare and collectable piece of East German optical history
Condition Report
- Body: Good condition — light marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to barrel or mount
- Optics: Elements clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact
- Mechanics: Focus ring operates smoothly and precisely; aperture blades clean and snappy; mount clean and secure
"The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 is one of those rare telephoto primes that serious vintage lens collectors seek out with genuine enthusiasm. The 180mm focal length is a wonderfully flattering portrait perspective, and the Meyer-Optik rendering character gives images a warmth and natural quality that modern telephoto glass rarely achieves. On a modern mirrorless body via adapter this is a genuinely rewarding creative tool."
What's Included
- Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 lens (M42 mount)
- Front and rear lens caps
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Meyer-Optik Görlitz
- Model: Primotar 180mm f/3.5
- Serial Number: SR 2786830
- Mount: M42
- Focal Length: 180mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/3.5
- Minimum Aperture: f/22
- Lens Construction: 3 elements in 3 groups
- Angle of View: 13.5°
- Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 2.0m
- Filter Thread: 58mm
- Construction: All-metal barrel
- Type: Prime Lens
- Category: Lenses
- Condition: Good Condition
Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Description
Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 - Good Condition | Classic East German Telephoto Prime in M42 Mount
The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 is a rare and characterful East German telephoto prime that carries the rich optical heritage of one of Germany's most respected lens manufacturers. The 180mm focal length delivers a flattering and versatile telephoto perspective — ideal for portraits, distant subjects, and compressed landscape photography — while the f/3.5 maximum aperture provides pleasing background separation and capable low-light performance. Meyer-Optik Görlitz lenses are renowned for their distinctive rendering character — smooth, natural, and with a warmth that modern glass rarely replicates. In M42 mount, it adapts effortlessly to a wide range of modern mirrorless and film bodies. Serial number SR 2786830.
Key Features
- 180mm focal length — flattering telephoto perspective for portraits and distant subjects
- f/3.5 maximum aperture with smooth and characterful rendering
- Classic Meyer-Optik Görlitz optical formula with distinctive vintage character
- M42 screw mount — compatible with a vast range of film and digital bodies via adapter
- Manual focus operation with smooth, well-damped focus ring
- Solid all-metal construction built to last
- A rare and collectable piece of East German optical history
Condition Report
- Body: Good condition — light marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to barrel or mount
- Optics: Elements clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact
- Mechanics: Focus ring operates smoothly and precisely; aperture blades clean and snappy; mount clean and secure
"The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 is one of those rare telephoto primes that serious vintage lens collectors seek out with genuine enthusiasm. The 180mm focal length is a wonderfully flattering portrait perspective, and the Meyer-Optik rendering character gives images a warmth and natural quality that modern telephoto glass rarely achieves. On a modern mirrorless body via adapter this is a genuinely rewarding creative tool."
What's Included
- Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar 180mm f/3.5 lens (M42 mount)
- Front and rear lens caps
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Meyer-Optik Görlitz
- Model: Primotar 180mm f/3.5
- Serial Number: SR 2786830
- Mount: M42
- Focal Length: 180mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/3.5
- Minimum Aperture: f/22
- Lens Construction: 3 elements in 3 groups
- Angle of View: 13.5°
- Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 2.0m
- Filter Thread: 58mm
- Construction: All-metal barrel
- Type: Prime Lens
- Category: Lenses
- Condition: Good Condition
