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Super telephoto zoom

Full frame

Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro

Name: Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro
Brand: Vivitar
SKU: vivitar-series-1-100-500mm-f-5-6-8-0-vmc-macro
Availability: InStock

3.7

(29 reviews)

Optical: 3.9

Mechanical: 4.3

Value: 4.3

Focal Length

100-500mm

Aperture

f/5.6-8 (min f/32)

Mount

Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Sony A

Weight

995g

Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro is a manual focus super telephoto zoom lens for full frame cameras.

Optical design

Has 9 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.

Physical characteristics

199 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. Weights 995 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.

Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro purchase history

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Auctions (10)

Aug 22, 2025High: $90.99 / Low: $12.90
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What is the Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro?

Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro is a camera lens with 100-500mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/5.6 - 8.0/32, for the Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Sony A mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 995g.

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

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Technical Specifications

Optical

Focal Length100-500mm

Aperturef/5.6-8 (min f/32)

Min Focus Distance3m

FocusingManual Focus

Physical

Weight995g

Length199.5mm

Filter Thread67mm

MountCanon FD, Contax/Yashica, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Sony A

FormatFull frame

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Reviews

Disappointed2.0/5

Disappointed I am just getting used to this lens. So far I have found it very hard to get a good focus, even using a tripod and remote shutter release. We are under a permacloud this winter, so I may get better results when there is lots of sunlight. But, I should have spent more for a better lens.

Lens5.0/5

Lens I love my new lens. Wish it had autofocus but I knew it when I bought it. Am having fun getting used to it and playing around. Taking some phenomenal pictures with it

Sharp enough!4.0/5

Sharp enough! This lens for the price has proven to be a good value. The reach allows me to shoot images that I would not be able to capture. Some the images are soft but acceptable. I mount it on a flash bracket for two flashes and tie it down to minimize shake.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro?

What mount is the Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro compatible with?

Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro uses a Canon FD, Contax/Yashica, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Sony A mount and supports the Full frame format.

How much does the Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro cost?

Based on recent eBay sold listings the Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro typically sells for around $3.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

Is the Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro a good lens?

Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro has a community rating of 3.7/5 from 29 review(s).

Which lenses are similar to the Vivitar Series 1 100-500mm f/5.6-8.0 VMC Macro?

Similar lenses include Cosina 100-400mm f/4.5-6.7 MC, Minolta AF 100-400mm f/4.5-6.7 APO, Nikon AF Nikkor 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 D ED VR.

Current Pricing

Latest Price

€33.00

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Review Summary

Overall Rating

3.9

Optical3.9/5

Mechanical4.3/5

Value4.3/5

Based on 12 reviewers