The New King of Swirly Bokeh - Meyer Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm F1.5 on my Lumix S5/S1

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Hello my friends! In today's video I'll review another great and cinematic manual focus lens for Full Frame Mirrorless & DSLR Cameras (Canon R/Sony E/Nikon Z/Lumix S/Fujifilm/Leica L/M43/Canon EF/ Nikon F/Pentax K), that can also be used on cinema cameras like the Pocket 6k, Red Komodo, Red Monstro (the lens covers 44mm circle diameter), Arri Alexa, etc..
The new Meyer Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm F1.5 has been greatly improved with regard to light intensity, image sharpness and contrast behavior, and the wonderful characteristics of the original Biotar 58 f2 have been transferred to the new version of the classic.
More infos about the lens = www.meyer-optik-goerlitz.com/...
Models in the video:
Gabriela = / g.abriela.a
Kevin = / kevinbono_
Liz = / lizultee
A big thanks to Meyer Optik Görlitz for providing me the lens, to be able to create this video review! Nobody paid me or told me what to say in this video. I'm simply sharing my honest opinion about the lens, to help you understand if this is a good product for you.
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Caption
0:00 Intro
0:42 Lens Spec
2:12 Image Quality
5:04 Why I love it
6:29 Biotar Vs Primoplan
7:08 With the Anamorphic Adapter
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[@LucaBono.Studio]

If you find this video helpful, a like and subscribe can really help me to keep this channel alive! Thanks guys! 🍻

[@matejphoto]

Great video! Thanks for including the comparison between the primoplan and the biotar. I have the 75mm primoplan and I will probably buy the 75mm biotar when it comes out. I use them on the GFX 50R.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thank you! They're both great lenses with different character. It makes sense to have them both. Cheers!

[@alexshdvideo]

Thank you for posting. I love the swirl of my Lensbaby Twist 60 and just picked up a Burnside 35. I have been thinking of a Lomograpy Bokeh control lens next.. and was looking at the well known Zenit Helios 40.2 85mm.. then tripped over the Meyer Optik Gorlitz bringing back classic lens designs. I may have to add 1 or 2 Meyer Optik Gorlitz in 2023. Trying to educate myself on the 5 new (old) models from Meyer.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks for watching! I love all of these new Meyer Optik lenses, but the Primoplan 58mm and 75mm are my favorites. Cheers!

[@BarivanFilm]

very impressive! keep up good work!

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks, will do!

[@stephanweiskorn6760]

Excellent video 😊!

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thank you!

[@steveschnetzler5471]

Looks interesting, thanks.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thank you Steve! Cheers!

[@robertmcgee6853]

Great breakdown of this fine lens. Yes, very different than the Primoplan 58.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks for watching! They're both great lenses, but different. Cheers!

[@rajasingaravelu6632]

wow images are fire bro , interesting

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks Raja!

[@alzibaba]

Just found your channel while researching Meyer Optik Görlitz lenses, thanks for all the fantastic reviews! The images from such a tiny lens are truly gorgeous. It's great you include stills, video and anamorphic, exactly the range of application I need, thank you. Curious to know whether the colour rendition difference between the Biotar and the Primoplan was due to a difference in camera setting, or just down to the differences in the lenses?

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Glad you like them! The color rendition difference is the consequence of a new a new recipe of the coating. Confirmed with Meyer Optik. Thanks for watching! Ciao!

[@alzibaba]

@@LucaBono.Studio that's good to know, thank you!

[@kosofilm]

Thank you for this review and especially for its anamorphic part. I was thinking about using it with Schneider ES Cinelux MC. It’s really a brilliant lens, although it costs a lot.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks mate! Soon I'll upload a test video taken with the Ultra Star and this Biotar 58mm. With your scope you'll have great results!

[@kosofilm]

@@LucaBono.Studio That’s great! Ultra Star is not that different, as I’ve seen them compared side by side. So the results would almost be the same. What I specially like about newest Biotar are number of aperture blades so bokeh balls look round no matter how closed it is, and also declicked aperture.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Yo! I've posted a reel on IG if you're still interested to check the look of that combo! I cropped the video to 2:1 to retain the vertical resolution and got rid of the mechanical vignette ✌

[@kosofilm]

@@LucaBono.Studio Hi Luca! I'm re-watching your video, and the section on 'Biotar Vs Primoplan' has left me a bit puzzled. I'm wondering if there's an issue with the color rendition or white balance settings of the Primoplan lens, as it appears to have a much warmer tone compared to the Biotar.

[@apentice001]

Amazing test thank you for that LucaIs. I have a question for you, is it also a 270° focus throw like the Primoplan 58mm f1.9 II you reviewed?

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks! The Biotar 58mm f1.5 II has 180° focus throw, while the 75mm f1.5 II has 270° focus throw

[@MarcusAhlstrom]

I use the Helios as well as some other vintage lenses like the Mir-1 with the Aivascope 1.5x on the Komodo-X when im going for a vintage look. I love that setup! I feel like this lens could be a perfect choice for clients and projects when you don’t wanna go for a full vintage artsy look. It’s got the contrast, the punch, the sharpness but most of all (in my opinion) such a beautiful and tasteful focus fall off. If i bought this i don’t think i would use it with a scope that much. It already got all the right character in the right places while still looking somewhat modern. I have a question for you: do you know of some other lenses with similar characteristics that pairs well with this one to make a set? Thanks 🙏

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Yeah, I feel the same about using this lens with anamorphic scopes. It's loaded with character and it doesn't really need an anamorphic scope in front of the lens...I simply showed the anamorphic clips because some subscribers were interested in this combo. Talking about your question, the new Biotar 75mm f1.5 II is the only lens that will match with this 58mm...I really hope one day MOG will create a 28 or 35mm f1.5 with a similar look like these Biotar lenses.

[@stephantuta5534]

Very Nice review and your image quality is crazy bro! Do you use the Atomos Ninja V ?

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thank you! No, I don't use external recorders ✌🏻cheers!

[@stephantuta5534]

@@LucaBono.Studio Wow ! OK thank you for your answer!

[@alvarob17]

Hello and thanks for the video. When you recommended getting the dslr mount, is that the Canon EF mount? Im on a Sony A7IV but like you said, might be beneficial to go with dslr version and an adapter in case one changes systems in the future. Thanks!

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Hi Alvaro! Yes, Canon EF will be an safe buy in case in the future you'll change camera system. Because you will be able to adapt the lens with any other brand of cameras. Cheers!

[@TreverSantora]

Hey Luca, enjoy all of your lens reviews. If you had to take only two Meyer Optik Gorlitz lenses to film a movie, which would you pick? Thanks!

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks mate! I would probably pick the 30mm f3.5 and 58mm f1.9

[@TheGuigotz]

Would be great to check a comparison video between this and the helios, I actually love my helios except when sunlight hit it and the image just goes blank, but my version is pretty sharp, I intend to use it with a anamorphic adapter too

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Yeah, why not! One day I'll try to find the time for that video. First o have to post the comparison video between Leica R and Zeiss Classic! Cheers!

[@TheGuigotz]

@@LucaBono.Studio I anamorfaked my helios, do you think this lens looks easy to open as well ? (So I could put an oval bokeh layer close to the aperture)

[@LucaBono.Studio]

I didn't open my copy and I don't plan to do that mod. The lens is already loaded with character 😅

[@TheGuigotz]

@@LucaBono.Studio yeah, pretty different from opening a 60$ helios right haha

[@piotrko.4086]

Helios 44 silver version is v. sharp. And gives crazy 🌪 bokeh. Cost 12 $🤌🏼

[@quite1enough]

Output of this lens looks amazing... Really interesting to know how does this lens compares with Voigtlander 58mm f/1.4

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks! I never tried the voigtlander 58mm, sorry

[@quite1enough]

@@LucaBono.Studio thank you for the video! btw are tools for manual focusing in this camera are OK? it's just I generally like to use manual glass as well

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Yes, the first generation of Lumix S can punch in the focus up to x20 for photos. The peaking is also pretty good. In video, you can't punch in to check the focus once you start to record...so you'll need an external monitor. Cheers!

[@fredabery3816]

Looks great- wish I could afford one 😢

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Let's hope they'll run some offers 🤙🏻

[@ptdlg8698]

I own 2 models of the original biotar in stellar condition and do not really like the look! But these samples look gorgeous! Would be considering this lens for a third of its price to replace my Voiglander 58 1.4, but 1200€ is wayyyy to much for a funlens.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thank you! I understand your point of view about the cost, but the price is well justified. The quality of this lens is superb 👌🏼

[@vladimirtrump4806]

why would you pay 1200 euro while you can have the same results (helios/pentacon) for 30-50 euro?

[@LucaBono.Studio]

They're not the same. But if you're ok with the helios 58mm f2, that's totally fine! Cheers!

[@Thehackerguy2000]

Helios wins because my wallet is weak lol, but damn having a 1.5 would be cool.

[@photografnu]

Вполне серьезно сравнил гелиос ценой 100 долларов со своей прелестью. А говорят в СССР кроме галош ничего не делали.

[@chwelio_jr]

1200 euros ??? I really enjoy look and all but for me the price is ridiculously high.

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Maybe you don't need it, that's why you can't justify the price. The quality on this lens is all there ✌

[@sergeikorotkov]

Nice, but a bit pricey

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Yes, it's pricy but the quality is all there 👌🏻 thanks for watching!

[@SMGJohn]

For the price I can buy 7 old ones and just use those, bruh

[@LucaBono.Studio]

You'll not have the same rendering of the images...you know the best what you need 👌🏼

[@NCSTalkid]

I wnat to buy all the lens. This lens is for photo artist and hobbyist not professionals

[@nikolaytsintsarski6173]

The image is far from the old lenses. The image is far from the old lenses. There is no way you can take his character and achieve the same effect. Still, someone has to say…

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks for pointing it! Cheers!

[@heroaomedia]

Image looks fantastic, but that flare is just awful. Really wish it didn't have that...

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Thanks mate! The flares are strong and unique. For video, working with a mattebox will solve the problem. In photography, I didn't have problems with flares. Cheers!

[@ruok3351]

Overpriced crap

[@LucaBono.Studio]

What you're saying is a subjective opinion. Did you try the lens or are you just another judge behind the keyboard?