Vintage Lenses
    ExaktaM42
    Ultra telephoto
    Full frame

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5

    4.2
    (2 reviews)
    Optical: 4.3
    Mechanical: 4.3
    Value: 4.0
    Focal Length
    400mm
    Aperture
    f/5.6-22
    Mount
    Exakta, M42
    Weight
    2000g
    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 is a manual focus ultra telephoto lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 22 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Not the best in low light conditions but the lack of high aperture can be compensated with higher iso

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 2000 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 82 mm lens filters in this range can be expensive, purchase lens - and filter - only if you plan to keep them for long time, make a try with used ones. 290 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it.

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 purchase historyTrending up +8.7%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices are firming up around 8.7% per month across 17 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $225.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $225.00
    All-time low
    $10.00
    Latest sale
    $225.00

    Best deals

    102 of 203 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $225.00 fair value.

    • Feb 16, 2025$10.00$-215.00 / typical
    • Mar 14, 2025$21.00$-204.00 / typical
    • Jan 9, 2025$22.00$-203.00 / typical
    • Feb 18, 2025$22.00$-203.00 / typical
    • Mar 14, 2025$22.00$-203.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length400mm
    Aperturef/5.6-22
    Min Focus Distance5.8m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight2000g
    Length290mm
    Filter Thread82mm
    MountExakta, M42
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Avery Martinez4.3/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5

    Avery Martinez3.8/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5?

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 is a camera lens with 400mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/5.6/22, for the Exakta, M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 2000g.

    What mount is the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 compatible with?

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 uses a Exakta, M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 typically sells for around $10.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 a good lens?

    Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5 has a community rating of 4.2/5 from 2 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Telemegor 400mm f/5.5?

    Similar lenses include Admiral 300mm f/5.5 Auto, Aremac 300mm f /5.5, Asanuma 350mm f/5.5.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.3
    Optical4.3/5
    Mechanical4.3/5
    Value4.0/5
    Bokeh4.0/5
    Usability4.3/5
    Based on 4 reviewers

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