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    ExaktaM42
    Prime
    Full frame

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5

    3.9
    (2 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 3.7
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    40mm
    Aperture
    f/4.5-22
    Mount
    Exakta, M42
    Weight
    99g
    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Average brightness in this league Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 99 grams so convinient to carry. With a lens filter diameter of 40.5 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options.

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 15 months of tracked sales — pay around the $144.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $144.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $274.50
    All-time low
    $21.00
    Latest sale
    $24.00

    Best deals

    226 of 452 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $144.00 fair value.

    • Mar 14, 2025$21.00$-123.00 / typical
    • Jan 9, 2025$22.00$-122.00 / typical
    • Feb 18, 2025$22.00$-122.00 / typical
    • Mar 14, 2025$22.00$-122.00 / typical
    • Jul 18, 2025$22.00$-122.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length40mm
    Aperturef/4.5-22
    Min Focus Distance0.65m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight99g
    Filter Thread40.5mm
    MountExakta, M42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Jamie Anderson3.5/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5

    Jamie Anderson4.8/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5?

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 is a camera lens with 40mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4.5/22, for the Exakta, M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 99g.

    What mount is the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 compatible with?

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 uses a Exakta, M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 typically sells for around $21.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 a good lens?

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5 has a community rating of 3.9/5 from 2 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Helioplan 40mm f/4.5?

    Similar lenses include Aremac 35mm f/2.8, Carl Zeiss Jena SO-3.1 P-Flektogon 35mm f/2.8, Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35).

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.5
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical3.7/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability3.3/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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