Lens · prime
Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8
Meyer-Optik Görlitz · from 1964
Vintage35mm
Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8: 6 elements in 4 groups, 6 aperture blades, 0.33m minimum focus, 49mm filter thread, 216g.
- Focal length
- 50mm
- Max aperture
- f/1.8
- Mount
- M42 Screw
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 6 / 4
Known for
- Portraits
- Street photography
- General photography
- Low light
Considerations
- Manual focus and aperture
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)3, level 3 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast4, level 4 of 5
Flare resistance3, level 3 of 5
CA control3, level 3 of 5
Vignetting control3, level 3 of 5
Distortion control4, level 4 of 5
Bokeh: Smooth, slightly swirly
Rendering: Character-rich with 3D pop
Colour: Warm, vintage tones
Silverlog's editorial rating, 1 to 5; five is best. Not lab-measured.
Buying guide
Check aperture operation, focus smoothness and the condition of the glass and coatings.
Specifications
| Mount | M42 Screw |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 6 |
| Min Focus | 0.33m |
| Filter Size | 49mm |
| Weight | 216g |
Optical design
| Formula | Double Gauss |
| Elements | 6 |
| Groups | 4 |
| Coating | Single Coated |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £50 - £120
- Mint
- ~£160
Indicative, no dated source.