Overview

The Noritar 135mm f/1.4 is an ultra-rare, heavy lens weighing about 10 pounds, originally used for indoor sports in poor light. Its f/1.4 aperture was attractive for low-light shooting, but manual focusing on fast-moving subjects proved challenging. The lens is likely related to other super-speed 135mm designs, such as the Vivitar 135mm f/1.5, which sold for $1250. It suits collectors or those needing extreme speed for static or slow subjects, but its weight and focusing difficulty limit practical use.