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    Ultra telephoto zoom
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    Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro

    4.5
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.3
    Mechanical: 5.0
    Value: 3.0
    Focal Length
    70-210mm
    Aperture
    f/2.8-4 (min f/22)
    Mount
    M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    Weight
    742g
    Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro is a manual focus ultra 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

    Weights 742 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. With a lens filter diameter of 58 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 131 mm long, with this size carry only if you use it.

    Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 41 months of tracked sales — pay around the $28.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $28.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $45.75
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $37.00

    Best deals

    332 of 656 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $28.00 fair value.

    • Feb 22, 2025$1.00$-27.00 / typical
    • Apr 30, 2025$1.00$-27.00 / typical
    • Feb 12, 2025$3.00$-25.00 / typical
    • Apr 16, 2025$3.00$-25.00 / typical
    • Jun 18, 2025$4.00$-24.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length70-210mm
    Aperturef/2.8-4 (min f/22)
    Min Focus Distance1.1m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight742g
    Length131mm
    Filter Thread58mm
    MountM42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Olympus OM, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Aurora Romano4.5/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro?

    Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro is a camera lens with 70-210mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2.8 - 4.0/22, for the M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 742g.

    What mount is the Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro compatible with?

    Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro uses a M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Olympus OM, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro a good lens?

    Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Vivitar Series 1 70-210mm f/2.8-4.0 Macro?

    Similar lenses include Auto-Promura C.P. Hi-Lux 80-200mm f/4.5, Danubigon 80-200mm f/4 MC Auto, Elefoto 85-205mm f/3.8 Auto.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.5
    Optical4.3/5
    Mechanical5.0/5
    Value3.0/5
    Bokeh3.0/5
    Usability4.3/5
    Based on 3 reviewers

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