Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto

    3.8
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 3.5
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 2.0
    Focal Length
    300mm
    Aperture
    f/5.5-22
    Mount
    Canon FD, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K
    Weight
    750g
    Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto is a manual focus ultra telephoto lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Not the best in low light conditions but the lack of high aperture can be compensated with higher iso

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 58 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. Weights 750 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.

    Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto purchase history

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    Purchases (130)

    • Mar 25, 2026$19.00
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    What is the Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto?

    Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto is a camera lens with 300mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/5.5/22, for the Canon FD, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 750g.

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

    eBay Auctions

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length300mm
    Aperturef/5.5-22
    Min Focus Distance6m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight750g
    Lengthmm
    Filter Thread58mm
    MountCanon FD, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto?

    Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto is a camera lens with 300mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/5.5/22, for the Canon FD, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 750g.

    What mount is the Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto compatible with?

    Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto uses a Canon FD, M42, Minolta MC, Minolta MD, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto typically sells for around $0.99. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto a good lens?

    Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto has a community rating of 3.8/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Vivitar Telephoto 300mm f/5.5 Auto?

    Similar lenses include Admiral 300mm f/5.5 Auto, Aremac 300mm f /5.5, Asanuma 350mm f/5.5.

    Current Pricing

    Latest Price
    €39.00

    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.8
    Optical3.5/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value2.0/5
    Bokeh2.0/5
    Usability3.5/5
    Based on 2 reviewers