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Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II

Canon RF

Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II

Focal length
58 mm
Aperture
f/1.9
Weight
270 g
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
50 cm
Length
71 mm

At a Glance

For Canon RF full frame, the Primoplan delivers 58 mm at f/1.9. This manual-focus standard prime weighs 270 g and is 71 mm long. The wide aperture permits shorter shutter times in dim conditions. Everyday shooting, street and low light are its obvious fields.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Street
  • Low light

Worth knowing

  • No autofocus: focusing is manual only.

Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check

Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
58 mm
Max. focal length
58 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.9
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.9
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
5
Groups
4
Weight
270 g (0.6 lb)
Filter diameter
52 mm
Min. focus distance
50 cm (19.69 in)
Length
71 mm (2.8 in)
Diameter
–

Manufacturer data: meyer-optik-goerlitz.com, meyer-optik-goerlitz.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II fit?

The Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II is a full-frame lens for Canon RF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon RF cameras its field of view equals 93 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon RF cameras

Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon RF lenses.

LensMeyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 IIMeyer-Optik Gorlitz Biotar 58mm f/1.5 IILensbaby Velvet 56mm f/1.6Lomography Joseph Petzval 55mm F1.7 Bokeh Control Art Lens
Focal length58 mm58 mm56 mm55 mm
Max. aperturef/1.9f/1.5f/1.6f/1.7
Weight270 g445 g400 g–
Filter diameter52 mm52 mm62 mm67 mm
Min. focus distance50 cm70 cm13 cm70 cm
Length71 mm95 mm95 mm–
Autofocusnononono
Image stabilizationnononono
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Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II: FAQ

Does the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II have autofocus?

No, the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II has no autofocus; you focus it manually.

Does the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II have image stabilization?

No, the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II weigh?

The Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II weighs 270 g.

What filter size does the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II use?

The Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II takes 52 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II is 50 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Meyer-Optik Gorlitz Primoplan 58mm f/1.9 II covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 93 mm in full-frame terms.

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