Meyer Optik Gorlitz
Primotar Camera Lens Meyer Optik Gorlitz f3.5 50mm Red V Type M42 Screw Mount
Primotar Camera Lens Meyer Optik Gorlitz f3.5 50mm Red V Type M42 Screw Mount
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Features: Meyer-Optik was a lens manufacturing company which was founded by Hugo Meyer in the 1890s. It was based in Görlitz, Germany. They produced mainly M42 mount lenses although they also used the Exakta mount.
After World War II, Meyer-Optik became VEB Optisch-Feinmechanische Werke Görlitz and one of the most important lens manufacturers in the newly created German Democratic Republic, DDR.
They partnered mainly with Ihagee Dresden, whom they provided with lenses in the Exakta mount while making M42 mount lenses for Praktica cameras.
Meyer-Optik was one of the first to develop the so called "zebra" design. In fact, this is one of the most distinctive external features for their lenses during the 1950-1960s.
The company created many lenses throughout its existence, ranging between 29mm (the Orestegon), 30mm (the Lydith) and 300mm, 500mm (the Orestegor), all of which have a very good reputation. However, it should be noted that Meyer wasn't a high-end lens manufacturer like Leica or Carl Zeiss. Nonetheless, mechanically and optically (and despite their age) Meyer-Optik lenses remain strongly desirable. The Primotar E f3.5 / 50mm V Lens is regarded as a hidden gem (the Red V indicates it has a coating) and looking at the serial number 2162256 it's estimated this is an early 1960's produced item. This one has come off of an EXACTA TL 500.
Details: This is a lovely looking Primotar Camera Lens Meyer Optik Gorlitz f3.5 50mm Red V Type EXAKTA Mount and has a small amount age-related usage marks. No major bashes, or dings. Aperture opens and closes on press of the button on the back. Expected very light age haze. No fungus. Dealer assessment was Barrel G-VG, Elements VG. It has been UVC sanitised. Please study the high-resolution photos closely to evaluate the condition as pictures speak louder than words. I'm no expert, and it is important to feel free to request any specific additional photos or questions about the piece/lot so as to be sure about what you may be looking to buy. This is an ideal item for an avid collector or fan of Vintage Camera and Lens equipment.
Package Includes: Camera Lens, Front and Rear Protective Caps unbranded.
After World War II, Meyer-Optik became VEB Optisch-Feinmechanische Werke Görlitz and one of the most important lens manufacturers in the newly created German Democratic Republic, DDR.
They partnered mainly with Ihagee Dresden, whom they provided with lenses in the Exakta mount while making M42 mount lenses for Praktica cameras.
Meyer-Optik was one of the first to develop the so called "zebra" design. In fact, this is one of the most distinctive external features for their lenses during the 1950-1960s.
The company created many lenses throughout its existence, ranging between 29mm (the Orestegon), 30mm (the Lydith) and 300mm, 500mm (the Orestegor), all of which have a very good reputation. However, it should be noted that Meyer wasn't a high-end lens manufacturer like Leica or Carl Zeiss. Nonetheless, mechanically and optically (and despite their age) Meyer-Optik lenses remain strongly desirable. The Primotar E f3.5 / 50mm V Lens is regarded as a hidden gem (the Red V indicates it has a coating) and looking at the serial number 2162256 it's estimated this is an early 1960's produced item. This one has come off of an EXACTA TL 500.
Details: This is a lovely looking Primotar Camera Lens Meyer Optik Gorlitz f3.5 50mm Red V Type EXAKTA Mount and has a small amount age-related usage marks. No major bashes, or dings. Aperture opens and closes on press of the button on the back. Expected very light age haze. No fungus. Dealer assessment was Barrel G-VG, Elements VG. It has been UVC sanitised. Please study the high-resolution photos closely to evaluate the condition as pictures speak louder than words. I'm no expert, and it is important to feel free to request any specific additional photos or questions about the piece/lot so as to be sure about what you may be looking to buy. This is an ideal item for an avid collector or fan of Vintage Camera and Lens equipment.
Package Includes: Camera Lens, Front and Rear Protective Caps unbranded.
