Meopta
Meopta is a Czech manufacturer of optical, optomechanical, and precision mechanical products. The company has a long history, dating back to its founding in 1933 in Přerov, Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic), under the name Optikotechna.
Meopta's product range encompasses a wide variety of applications, including cinematography, defense, industrial, medical, and consumer optics. Historically, the company was a major producer of photographic equipment, including cameras, enlargers, and lenses. In the present day, Meopta is known for its high-quality optical components and systems, serving both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and end-users.
Key product areas include:
- Sport Optics: Binoculars, riflescopes, and spotting scopes designed for hunting, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities.
- Industrial Optics: Lenses, objectives, and optical systems used in machine vision, metrology, and other industrial applications.
- Cinematography: High-end cinema lenses.
- Defense and Security: Optical components and systems for military and law enforcement applications, such as surveillance equipment and targeting systems.
- Medical Optics: Optical components used in medical imaging and diagnostic equipment.
Meopta is recognized for its commitment to precision engineering, quality craftsmanship, and technological innovation in the field of optics. The company has a global presence, with sales and distribution networks serving customers worldwide.