Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4

    4.8
    (1000 reviews)
    Optical: 5.0
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 4.8
    Focal Length
    135mm
    Aperture
    f/1.4-16
    Mount
    Canon FD, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    Weight
    3140g
    Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 3140 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.

    Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 purchase historyTrending down 10.2%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 10.2% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $472.00.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $472.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $544.75
    All-time low
    $5.00
    Latest sale
    $198.00

    Best deals

    137 of 273 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $472.00 fair value.

    • Mar 13, 2025$5.00$-467.00 / typical
    • Feb 22, 2025$11.00$-461.00 / typical
    • Feb 11, 2025$29.00$-443.00 / typical
    • Mar 6, 2025$33.00$-439.00 / typical
    • Jan 9, 2025$35.00$-437.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length135mm
    Aperturef/1.4-16
    Min Focus Distancem
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight3140g
    Filter Threadmm
    MountCanon FD, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Great optics, good focus4.0/5

    Great optics, good focus The reviews say it is supposed to resolve 50 lines and Sony purported super fast auto focus - I'll say the optics are true but the focus is not. In terms of resolution power, the reason I wanted something so psycho sharp was because I bought one of the monochrome retrofit Sony cameras and pixel level resolution is very noticeable for most lenses. This holds its own even without a reducer - that's great! My only need is that I specifically bought the Sony because I figured Sony body and Sony lens would be the fastest, but honestly it's faster but not incredibly faster than my Canon lenses attached with a megabones adapter, and no where as fast as the original Sony/Zeiss 55mm 1.8. So, if you want just about the best portrait length 85mm out there, sure, I can't find anything with sharper optics nor focus. But just wishing we humans had faster focus.Read full review

    Great lens with some flaws. 4.0/5

    Great lens with some flaws. This lens has great optical quality but made out of plastic which is easily scratched. Also do not be alarmed but it has a very audible AF sound which I initially thought was broken. Tested a couple of copies and they all sound the same. Overall pretty happy but it is very expensive considering the build quality.

    Superb image quality.5.0/5

    Superb image quality. The 85 GM is a perfect companion to Sony's high megapixel cameras. The sharpness is wonderful at the points where needed. Out of focus is perfect. Check do mark rating on A7RIV and photozone.de for their review.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4?

    Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 is a camera lens with 135mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, for the Canon FD, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 3140g.

    What mount is the Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 compatible with?

    Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 uses a Canon FD, M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 typically sells for around $5.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 a good lens?

    Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4 has a community rating of 4.8/5 from 1000 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Norita Kogaku Noritar 135mm f/1.4?

    Similar lenses include Amicam 135mm f/2.8 Multi-Coated 135T, Astron 135mm f/2.8, Canon FDn 135mm f/3.5.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.9
    Optical5.0/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value4.8/5
    Based on 23 reviewers

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