Based on a classic optical design from more than 80 years ago, the Biotar 58mm f/1.5 II from Meyer-Optik Gorlitz is a slightly longer-than-normal-length prime for Pentax K-mount cameras. Its bright f/1.5 maximum aperture is well-suited for selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques, and this lens provides wonderful color reproduction, excellent sharpness, and natural image compression. An ideal portrait lens, this classic optic lets you create a three-dimensional look that makes the subject jump out of the picture.

K-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/1.5 to f/16    Manual Focus Design    14-Blade Diaphragm    Filter Thread: 52mm

• Slightly longer-than-normal-length prime designed for full-frame Pentax K-mount cameras but can also be used on APS-C-format models where it will provide an 87mm equivalent focal length.
• Fast f/1.5 maximum aperture allows for extensive control over depth of field, for working with selective focus techniques, and working in low-light conditions.
• Fourteen diaphragm blades contribute to a smooth and distinct bokeh quality, which can be greatly adjusted by varying the aperture setting.
• Offers wonderful color reproduction, excellent sharpness, and natural image compression.
• Vintage optical design and wide maximum aperture lets you create a three-dimensional look that makes the subject jump out of the picture.
• Front 52mm filter thread is consistent throughout the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz version II lens series.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. If I buy the Nikon Z8, will I be able to look at the Viewfinder and focus manually?

A: Yes, the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II Lens for Nikon Z will allow you to focus manually by looking in the viewfinder of the Nikon Z8.

Q: 2. In the specs, it is put forth that the angle of view is 20 degrees. This should be about 40 degrees. Is there something wrong?

A: For a 58mm lens focused at infinity used on a full-frame 36x24mm sensor, the angle of view across the width of the sensor would be approximately 34.48°, while the angle of view across the height of the sensor would be approximately 23.38°, and the diagonal angle of view across the sensor would be approximately 40.91°.

Q: 3. What frame lines on a Leica MD Typ 262 will this lens bring up in the view finer?

A: This lens will not couple with the rangefinder focusing system in M series cameras, nor will it bring up frame lines in the viewfinder. All focusing would be done via Live View mode.

Q: 4. Does this lens have a chip and provide exif info?

A: No, it is fully manual with no electronic contacts.

Q: 5. For the Fuji X-mount, does the lens have an extended barrel like on the primoplans (to account for mirrorless sensors)?

A: No, the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm f/1.5 II Lens for FUJIFILM X is a mirrorless design. designed for mirrorless camera. It is not an SLR design that has been adapted to work with mirrorless. As such, it does not need that barrel extension.

Q: 6. Is the Nikon Z bodies with the FTZ compatible with this manual lens?

A: Yeah, if you have the FTZ adapter you can use this lens manually.

Q: 7. Does the lens send exif info to the camera?

A: Being that the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm f/1.5 II Lens for Sony E lacks electronic contacts on the lens mount, it would not relay EXIF information from the lens to the camera.

Q: 8. What is the Minimum Focus Distance?

A: The Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm f/1.5 II Lens for Sony E minimum focusing distance is 2.3 feet.

Q: 9. does the M mount version of this lens have rangefinder coupling - can you focus this with the leica rangefinder (not LV)?

A: Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm f/1.5 II Lens for Leica M doesn't have rangefinder coupling and all focusing has to be done via the live view.

Q: 10. Is the M version rangefinder coupled?

A: Due to the unique focal length of this lens, rangefinder focusing is not supported; manual focusing must be done using live view or zone focusing techniques.