Kiron
Kiron is a notable camera glass manufacturer that originated in Japan in the year 1979. The company was established by a group of engineers, including the well-known Hiroshi Yoshida, who played a key role in developing innovative optical designs. They aimed to create high-quality optics that were reachable for both amateur and professional photographers.
Kiron is known for various optical innovations, particularly in the realm of affordable zoom photo lenses that offer excellent performance. They gained a reputation for producing lightweight, compact glass that provided exceptional sharpness and color reproduction.
The major product lines from Kiron include the popular 28-210mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom photographic lens and the 105mm f/2.8 macro lens. These optics became favorites among photographers for their versatility and quality, carving a niche in the market.
During its active years, Kiron sold its optics under various brand names, including Vivitar and other third-party labels. This helped them penetrate different markets, making their glass accessible to a wider audience.
In the mid-1990s, Kiron underwent changes, including a merger with a larger optics company, which led to rebranding efforts. However, the specifics of these acquisitions have laid a less clear path in the brand's history.
Kiron’s manufacturing facilities were primarily located in Japan, but they also had operations overseas in countries like China to meet growing demand.
As of today, Kiron is largely considered defunct as a standalone brand but remains recognized among vintage optics enthusiasts. Their legacy continues through the lenses that are still cherished by photographers around the world.
Interestingly, Kiron was known for its collaborations with several camera manufacturers, providing them with unique optics that complemented their camera systems, enhancing the overall photography experience.
The impact of Kiron on photography is evident in the lasting influence of their designs. Many of their optics still hold value in the second-hand market, and their engineering principles can be seen in modern lens manufacturing.
Kiron's marketing strategies focused on affordability and quality, appealing to photographers looking for budget-friendly alternatives without compromising on performance. They targeted markets in North America and Europe, establishing a solid reputation.
Over time, Kiron evolved its branding, with logo changes reflecting modern trends in optics. Their design philosophy shifted towards creating user-friendly and high-performance products, which resonated with their audience.
Kiron Lenses
Kiron 24mm f/2 MC
~$237
Kiron 24mm f/2 MC is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>64 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 255 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.
Kiron 28-105mm f/3.2-4.5
~$22
Kiron 28-105mm f/3.2-4.5 is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>120 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 700 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options.
Kiron 28-210mm f/3.8-5.6 MC Macro
~$16
Kiron 28-210mm f/3.8-5.6 MC Macro is a manual focus ultra telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>134 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. With a lens filter diameter of 72 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options. Weights 795 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
Kiron 28-210mm f/4-5.6 Macro
~$24
Kiron 28-210mm f/4-5.6 Macro is a manual focus ultra telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 840 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 72 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options. 128 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Kiron 28-70mm f/4 Macro
~$25
Kiron 28-70mm f/4 Macro is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Average brightness in this league Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter.
Kiron 28-85mm f/2.8-3.8 Macro
~$52
Kiron 28-85mm f/2.8-3.8 Macro is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 675 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 115 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.
Kiron 28mm f/2.8
~$32
Kiron 28mm f/2.8 is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 45 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 266 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.
Kiron 28mm f/2.8 Wide Angle
~$46
Kiron 28mm f/2.8 Wide Angle is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>45 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 266 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.
Kiron 30-80mm f/3.5-4.5 Varifocal Macro-Focusing Zoom
~$25
Kiron 30-80mm f/3.5-4.5 Varifocal Macro-Focusing Zoom is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>108 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 520 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Kiron 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5 MC
~$17
Kiron 35-135mm f/3.5-4.5 MC is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter. Weights 708 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 114 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Kiron 70-150mm f/4 Macro
~$22
Kiron 70-150mm f/4 Macro is a manual focus telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Great choice mainly for good light conditions Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.
Kiron 70-210mm f/4 Macro Focusing Zoom ZLFS
~$22
Kiron 70-210mm f/4 Macro Focusing Zoom ZLFS is a manual focus ultra telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Great choice mainly for good light conditions<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter. Weights 868 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 153 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it.
Kiron 70-210mm f/4 MC Macro
~$27
Kiron 70-210mm f/4 MC Macro is a manual focus ultra telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Great choice mainly for good light conditions Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>150 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. Weights 830 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter.
Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro
~$25
Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro is a manual focus telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Great choice mainly for good light conditions Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 129 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 616 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.
Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro Focusing Zoom with Zoomlock 64
~$23
Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro Focusing Zoom with Zoomlock 64 is a manual focus telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Great choice mainly for good light conditions Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 624 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 139 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it.
Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro Focusing Zoom with Zoomlock 69
~$25
Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro Focusing Zoom with Zoomlock 69 is a manual focus telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Great choice mainly for good light conditions Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 616 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 129 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options.
Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro Focusing Zoom with Zoomlock 83
~$25
Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro Focusing Zoom with Zoomlock 83 is a manual focus telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Great choice mainly for good light conditions Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 616 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. 129 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Kiron MC 105mm f/2.8 macro
~$95
Kiron MC 105mm f/2.8 macro is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Thanks to the macro capabilities this lens can make tiny things look big. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p> With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. Weights 650 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 102 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.
Kiron MC 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5
~$26
Kiron MC 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>86 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 62 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter you may want to use a step-up ring and 67 or 77mm filter. Weights 379 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.
Kiron MC 28mm f/2
~$208
Kiron MC 28mm f/2 is a manual focus wide angle lens for full frame cameras.<p><b>Optical design</b></p>Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.<p><b>Physical characteristics</b></p>Weights 284 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. 46 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.
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