Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar E 50mm f/3.5

Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar E 50mm f/3.5 | Good Condition | The Artistic German Specialist

The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar E 50mm f/3.5 is a rare and highly characterful prime lens from the historic optical works in East Germany. While the Oreston and Domiplan are more common, the Primotar series is prized by collectors for its unique four-element construction that delivers a signature "painterly" rendering. Known for its exceptional micro-contrast and the famous Meyer-Optik "bubble" bokeh, this lens offers an aesthetic that is distinctly vintage and organic. Its robust, all-metal construction and precise mechanical feel make it a rewarding tool for photographers who want to step away from the clinical perfection of modern glass and embrace artistic flair.

 

Key Features

• Unique four-element optical design for distinctive, soulful image rendering

• Tactile "Zebra" style all-metal barrel with precision engravings

• Sharp center performance with a gentle, aesthetic fall-off toward the edges

• 6-blade aperture providing a vintage, circular iris shape

• Excellent flare resistance and high contrast for a lens of its era

• Universal M42 screw mount, compatible with a vast range of analog and digital systems

Technical Specifications

• Camera Type: Lenses

• Lens Mount: M42 Screw Mount

• Focal Length: 50mm

• Aperture: f/3.5 - f/22

• Category: Lenses ▸ Prime Lens

• Filter Size: 49mm (standard for this series)

Specialist Note "The Primotar E is a fascinating lens for the 'bokeh hunter.' While f/3.5 might seem modest, the way this lens handles out-of-focus highlights is magical—it produces those sharp-edged 'soap bubble' circles that Meyer-Optik is famous for. This serial number (2552906) indicates a classic production era from the Görlitz factory. It is a very compact lens that feels incredibly dense and well-made. For street photography or environmental portraits where you want a 3D pop and a nostalgic feel, the Primotar E is an underrated masterpiece."

Condition Report Good condition. The lens barrel shows normal signs of light use and minor cosmetic surface character consistent with its age. The optics are clear, free from fungus, haze, or significant scratches. The aperture blades are clean and snappy, and the manual focus ring rotates with a smooth, consistent resistance. (S/N: 2552906)

What's Included

• Meyer-Optik Görlitz Primotar E 50mm f/3.5 Lens (S/N: 2552906)