Lens · prime
Meyer-Optik Görlitz Orestor 135mm f/2.8
Meyer-Optik Görlitz · 1960s to 1989
Vintage35mm
Meyer-Optik Görlitz Orestor 135mm f/2.8: 5 elements in 4 groups, 15 aperture blades, 1.45m minimum focus, 55mm filter thread, 522g.
- Focal length
- 135mm
- Max aperture
- f/2.8
- Mount
- M42 Screw
- Format
- 35mm
- Elements / groups
- 5 / 4
Known for
- Portraits
- Events
- Sports
- Available light
Considerations
- 1.45m minimum focus
Optical characteristics
Silverlog's editorial rating: our own judgement, not measured data.
Sharpness (wide)4, level 4 of 5
Sharpness (stopped)5, level 5 of 5
Contrast4, level 4 of 5
Flare resistance3, level 3 of 5
CA control4, level 4 of 5
Vignetting control4, level 4 of 5
Distortion control5, level 5 of 5
Bokeh: Legendary - 15 curved blades
Rendering: Sharp with creamy telephoto compression
Colour: Warm, vintage character
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 | 135mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 15 |
| Min Focus | 1.45m |
| Filter Size | 55mm |
| Weight | 522g |
Optical design
| Formula | Sonnar |
| Elements | 5 |
| Groups | 4 |
| Coating | unknown |
Pricing
- Typical used price
- £80 - £160
- Mint
- ~£220
Indicative, no dated source.