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Rent NowVivitar Series 1 28-90mm f/2.8-3.5 Variable Focus Macro (Minolta MD Mount)
The Vivitar Series 1 28-90mm f/2.8-3.5 is a legendary piece of third-party optical history, often cited as one of the finest zoom lenses of the manual-focus era. As part of the prestigious Series 1 lineup, it was designed to compete directly with flagship camera brand optics, offering an incredibly fast f/2.8 maximum aperture at the wide end and a versatile range that covers everything from wide-angle landscapes to tight portraits.
High-Performance Series 1 Optics
Fast Variable Aperture: Starting at a bright f/2.8, this lens provides excellent low-light capability and depth-of-field control that is rare for a zoom in this focal range.
Macro Versatility: Features a dedicated macro mode that allows for impressive close-up photography, making it a true “all-in-one” solution for hikers, travelers, and street photographers.
Professional Build Quality: Constructed with a robust, all-metal barrel and the classic “one-touch” zoom and focus design, this lens offers a tactile, heavy-duty feel that modern plastic lenses cannot replicate.
Minolta MD Mount: Native to the Minolta MD mount, this lens is a perfect fit for classic bodies like the X-700 or SRT-series, and it is easily adapted to modern mirrorless systems.
Condition & Service Note
Internal Optics: This lens is in used condition. There is visible internal dust consistent with age, along with early signs of fungus inside the rear element.
Performance Impact: While the lens is currently functional, the internal fungus may eventually affect contrast or cause “blooming” in high-contrast scenes. It is an ideal candidate for a professional cleaning or for use as a “character” lens for vintage-style projects.
Included Accessories: Comes complete with both front and rear lens caps to ensure the glass is protected during storage and transit.
Technical Specifications
Focal Length: 28-90mm
Aperture Range: f/2.8-3.5 to f/16
Lens Mount: Minolta MD
Focus Type: Manual Focus / One-Touch Zoom
Filter Size: 67mm
Series: Vivitar Series 1 (Kiron Manufactured)
