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    Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro

    3.5
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 3.0
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    28-70mm
    Aperture
    f/3.5-4.5 (min f/22)
    Mount
    Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM
    Weight
    351g
    Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro is a manual focus prime zoom lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    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.

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 76 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 351 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.

    Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro purchase history

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)

    Purchases (61)

    • Aug 2, 2025$9.00
    • Aug 2, 2025$4.00
    • Jul 29, 2025$19.00
    • Jul 22, 2025$19.00
    • Jul 10, 2025$13.00
    • Jul 2, 2025$14.00
    • Jun 20, 2025$19.00
    • Apr 22, 2025$49.00
    • Apr 21, 2025$9.00
    • Apr 21, 2025$10.00
    • Apr 16, 2025$28.00
    • Apr 16, 2025$29.00
    • Apr 6, 2025$12.00
    • Mar 29, 2025$19.00
    • Mar 29, 2025$20.00
    • Mar 14, 2025$15.00
    • Mar 1, 2025$24.00
    • Mar 1, 2025$23.00
    • Feb 19, 2025$19.00
    • Feb 19, 2025$20.00
    • Feb 17, 2025$9.00
    • Feb 17, 2025$10.00
    • Feb 13, 2025$32.00
    • Feb 13, 2025$29.00
    • Feb 13, 2025$30.00
    • Feb 13, 2025$31.00
    • Feb 12, 2025$12.00
    • Feb 12, 2025$13.00
    • Jan 31, 2025$16.00
    • Jan 31, 2025$15.00
    • Jan 26, 2025$24.00
    • Jan 26, 2025$22.00
    • Jan 26, 2025$23.00
    • Jan 19, 2025$16.00
    • Jan 19, 2025$17.00
    • Jan 19, 2025$15.00
    • Jan 10, 2025$25.00
    • Jan 10, 2025$26.00
    • Jan 10, 2025$28.00
    • Jan 4, 2025$16.00
    • Jan 4, 2025$15.00
    • Dec 27, 2024$10.00
    • Dec 27, 2024$11.00
    • Dec 15, 2024$25.00
    • Dec 15, 2024$26.00
    • Dec 15, 2024$28.00
    • Dec 11, 2024$50.00
    • Dec 11, 2024$47.00
    • Nov 28, 2024$14.00
    • Nov 28, 2024$15.00
    • Nov 23, 2024$50.00
    • Nov 23, 2024$52.00
    • Nov 14, 2024$17.00
    • Nov 13, 2024$40.00
    • Nov 9, 2024$25.00
    • Nov 9, 2024$18.00
    • Nov 3, 2024$17.00
    • Oct 28, 2024$33.00
    • Sep 2, 2024$24.00
    • Sep 2, 2024$25.00
    • Aug 21, 2024$12.00

    Auctions (15)

    • Aug 11, 2026High: $20.00 / Low: $20.00
    • May 14, 2026High: $19.99 / Low: $19.99
    • Mar 27, 2026High: $19.99 / Low: $19.99
    • Feb 25, 2026High: $19.99 / Low: $19.99
    • Jan 27, 2026High: $19.99 / Low: $19.99
    • Dec 22, 2025High: $19.99 / Low: $19.99
    • Aug 3, 2025High: $20.00 / Low: $4.45
    • Jul 5, 2025High: $29.99 / Low: $9.99
    • Jun 12, 2025High: $29.99 / Low: $9.99
    • May 21, 2025High: $50.00 / Low: $9.99
    • Apr 29, 2025High: $50.00 / Low: $9.69
    • Apr 6, 2025High: $29.99 / Low: $9.69
    • Mar 13, 2025High: $29.99 / Low: $9.69
    • Feb 17, 2025High: $47.49 / Low: $9.99
    • Jan 19, 2025High: $47.49 / Low: $9.99

    What is the Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro?

    Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro is a camera lens with 28-70mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5 - 4.5/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 351g.

    Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length28-70mm
    Aperturef/3.5-4.5 (min f/22)
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight351g
    Length76mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountCanon EF, Canon EF-S, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Martina Costa3.5/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro?

    Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro is a camera lens with 28-70mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/3.5 - 4.5/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 351g.

    What mount is the Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro compatible with?

    Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro typically sells for around $4.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro a good lens?

    Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro has a community rating of 3.5/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Kalimar 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 MC Zoom Macro?

    Similar lenses include Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8 L II USM, Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 N, Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T 35-70mm f/3.4 C/Y.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.5
    Optical3.0/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability3.3/5
    Based on 3 reviewers