Meyer Optik Görlitz Orestegor 4/300mm M42 NOTTESTED

Meyer-Optik Görlitz Orestegor 4/300mm M42 NOTTESTED

The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Orestegor 4/300mm is a classic telephoto lens made by Meyer-Optik Görlitz in East Germany (DDR). Renowned for its solid construction and unique rendering, the Orestegor is highly regarded among vintage lens enthusiasts for its smooth bokeh, natural color rendition, and precise manual focusing.

Featuring the M42 mount, it can be used on a wide range of vintage cameras and adapted easily to modern digital systems. Its optical character delivers the distinctive “Meyer look” – soft background rendering with rich tonal depth and a pleasing transition between sharpness and blur.

Key Features

• Meyer-Optik Görlitz Orestegor 4/300mm – Telephoto lens, Made in DDR
• Mount: M42 (compatible with various cameras and adapters)
• Aperture: f/4
• Smooth manual focusing mechanism
• Durable all-metal construction
• Classic Meyer bokeh and vintage rendering
• Ideal for wildlife, portrait, and detail photography

Condition

• Age-appropriate condition with signs of use
• Light paint wear visible on the body
• Item not tested for functionality (NOTTESTED) – function unknown, possibly defective
• Lens may show haze, fungus, scratches, or other defects

Scope of Delivery

Scope of delivery as shown in the pictures.

Note

Sold without warranty. Item is explicitly offered as NOTTESTED – function unknown, possibly defective.

Conclusion

The Meyer-Optik Görlitz Orestegor 4/300mm M42 is a robust, beautifully built German telephoto lens with the classic Meyer character. Its optical charm, distinctive rendering, and vintage appeal make it a sought-after lens for collectors and creative photographers alike.