Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8

Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8 | Good Condition | The Legend of German Bokeh

The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8 is a prestigious East German prime lens, world-renowned for its artistic "bubble" bokeh and exceptional close-focusing capabilities. Developed in the historic optical hub of Görlitz, the Oreston is often preferred by vintage lens enthusiasts over its successor, the Pentacon 50mm, for its unique rendering and superior character. With a minimum focus distance of just 33cm, it allows for stunning near-macro photography, making it a highly versatile tool for both portraits and detailed nature shots. It is a robust, all-metal lens that delivers a distinctive "3D" look that modern lenses simply cannot replicate.

Key Features

• Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture for beautiful subject isolation and low-light performance

• Famous Meyer-Optik color palette and "painterly" background blur

• Remarkable 0.33m (13-inch) minimum focus distance for creative close-ups

• Robust all-metal Zebra-style or black barrel construction

• 6-blade aperture providing a smooth and vintage iris shape

• Universal M42 screw mount (standard for this model) for wide compatibility

Technical Specifications

• Camera Type: Lenses

• Lens Mount: M42 Screw Mount

• Focal Length: 50mm

• Aperture: f/1.8 - f/16

• Category: Lenses ▸ Prime Lens

• Filter Size: 49mm

Specialist Note "The Oreston is a true cult classic. While most 50mm lenses of this era stop focusing at 45cm or 50cm, the Oreston lets you get incredibly close at 33cm. This makes a huge difference for flower photography or unique portraits where you want to emphasize texture. The micro-contrast is superb, and when shot wide open, it has a glow and a 'bokeh' character that is instantly recognizable. It is one of the most tactile and rewarding manual lenses you can adapt to a modern camera."

Condition Report Good condition. The lens barrel shows normal signs of light use and minor cosmetic wear consistent with its vintage age. The optics are clear, with no signs of fungus, haze, or significant scratches. The aperture blades are dry and snappy, and the manual focus ring rotates smoothly throughout the entire range. (S/N: 44960854)

What's Included

• Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8 Lens (S/N: 44960854)