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    Hugo Meyer Trioplan 105 mm f/ 2.8
    Hugo Meyer Trioplan 105 mm f/ 2.8

    Hugo Meyer Trioplan 105 mm f/ 2.8

    105mm · f/2.8

    Overview

    The Hugo Meyer Trioplan 105mm f/2.8 is a vintage lens renowned for its distinctive soap bubble bokeh, which is either loved or hated. Optically, it offers decent center resolution at f/2.8 but very low contrast and a soft, glowing rendering; lateral chromatic aberration is well corrected. Build quality is mixed: the modern version feels premium, while vintage copies can be delicate with thin aluminum construction. The focusing ring is smooth with a long throw, and the aperture ring has no clicks. It suits photographers seeking a unique, artistic look rather than sharpness or perfection.