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    Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC

    3.8
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 3.8
    Mechanical: 3.8
    Value: 4.0
    Focal Length
    80-205mm
    Aperture
    f/4.5-22
    Mount
    Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    Weight
    655g
    Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC is a manual focus ultra telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    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.

    Physical characteristics

    142 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. Weights 655 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.

    Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC purchase historyTrending down 26.8%/mo

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have been easing around 26.8% per month — sellers are flexible, aim for deals below $17.50.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $17.50
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $23.25
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $19.00

    Best deals

    205 of 395 tracked sales (52%) closed at or under the $17.50 fair value.

    • Dec 23, 2024$1.00$-16.50 / typical
    • Jan 28, 2025$1.00$-16.50 / typical
    • Jul 8, 2025$1.00$-16.50 / typical
    • Nov 11, 2024$2.00$-15.50 / typical
    • Mar 29, 2025$2.00$-15.50 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length80-205mm
    Aperturef/4.5-22
    Min Focus Distance1.1m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight655g
    Length142mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountCanon FD, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Tamás Farkas3.8/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC?

    Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC is a camera lens with 80-205mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/4.5/22, for the Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 655g.

    What mount is the Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC compatible with?

    Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC uses a Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC a good lens?

    Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC has a community rating of 3.8/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Promaster 80-205mm f/4.5 MC?

    Similar lenses include Canon FD 80-200mm f/4 SSC, Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T 80-200mm f/4 C/Y, Ensinor 80-200mm f/5.5 Auto.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.8
    Optical3.8/5
    Mechanical3.8/5
    Value4.0/5
    Bokeh4.0/5
    Usability3.8/5
    Based on 4 reviewers

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