Originally introduced in the 1930s, the Biotar 75 quickly became one of the most sought-after portrait lenses of its time—famed for its speed, character, and captivating bokeh. The modern Biotar 75 f1.5 II builds on that legacy, preserving the lens’s signature swirling background blur while enhancing optical performance with improved sharpness, contrast, and color rendering. Its unique double Gaussian design gives subjects a striking three-dimensional separation, making it a standout tool for artistic and expressive photography.
Whether used wide open to emphasize the signature vortex bokeh or stopped down for refined detail, this lens thrives in portrait, fashion, nature, and fine art applications. Despite its vintage heritage, the Biotar 75 f1.5 II holds its own against modern optics with exceptional control over chromatic aberrations and an organic rendering that makes each image feel deliberate and timeless.
Available in a wide range of mount options including Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica L, and more. (Mounts are not user-interchangeable.)
The Meyer Optik Görlitz Biotar 75mm f/1.5 II pairs great with the Cine-Mod - a procedure pioneered by Duclos Lenses that provides a variety of cinema style features. Our team can perform the Cine-Mod to prior to shipping out your lens. Simply add the Biotar 75mm f/1.5 II Cine-Mod.
Confidence included! Every lens purchased from Duclos Lenses has been checked for quality by our expert cinema lens technicians. This process ensures you only receive the best that Meyer Optik Görlitz has to offer. Learn more about our QC Process.
Every new lens purchased from Duclos Lenses includes 2 years of our Service+ Program. Enjoy routine checkups and maintenance from the technicians who know your lenses best, keeping your optics clean, calibrated, and ready for every project. Learn more about Service+.
- Meyer Optik Görlitz Biotar 75mm f/1.5 II Lens
- Front/Rear Caps
Updated warranty info coming soon.
- 2 Year Duclos Service+ Program.
| Focal Length | 75mm |
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Image Circle* | Ø60mm* |
| Lens Mount | EF, N, X, E, M43, M42, M, K, L, Z, RF, R |
| Min. Focus | 0,75 m |
| Front Dia. | |
| Filter Thread | 62mm |
| Iris Blades | 15 |
| Optical Layout | 6 Elements in 4 Groups |
| Body Material | Anodized aluminum |
| Data Protocol | None (passive) |
| Length | 70mm (95mm mirrorless) |
| Weight | 550g - 650g |