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    Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I)

    4.5
    (11 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    100mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-22
    Mount
    Canon FD, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    Weight
    340g
    Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) is a manual focus prime 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. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 340 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 64 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

    Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 11 months of tracked sales — pay around the $38.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $38.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $62.50
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $19.00

    Best deals

    866 of 1703 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $38.00 fair value.

    • Feb 17, 2025$1.00$-37.00 / typical
    • May 29, 2025$1.00$-37.00 / typical
    • Dec 9, 2024$3.00$-35.00 / typical
    • Jan 22, 2025$5.00$-33.00 / typical
    • Feb 11, 2025$5.00$-33.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length100mm
    Aperturef/2.8-22
    Min Focus Distance1.2m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight340g
    Length64mm
    Filter Thread52mm
    MountCanon FD, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Very Satisfied5.0/5

    Very Satisfied The lens works great, and is in excellent condition.

    Great lens5.0/5

    Great lens Very good manual lens for old lens lovers. Very sharp and light. Can be used and on dslr cameras.

    Love it!5.0/5

    Love it! Lens is very clean and the image turns out really sharp.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I)?

    Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) is a camera lens with 100mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8/22, for the Canon FD, Konica AR, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 340g.

    What mount is the Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) compatible with?

    Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) uses a Canon FD, 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 Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) a good lens?

    Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I) has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 11 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Vivitar 100mm f/2.8 (I)?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Planar T 85mm f/1.4 Z, Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 85mm f/1.7 (MC-II Version), Minolta MD 85mm f/2.0.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.1
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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