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mfkita
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 Posted: Sat Jul 13, 2013 10:49 pm Post subject: Vivitar series 1 70-210mm/3.5 macro |
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mfkita wrote:
Vivitar 70-210mm/3.5 macro (Nikon AI mount on Canon 30D)
I just got this lens this week...I am pleased with this lens's color and contrast...
...here are some shots...the eagle is at "near" 100% crop...maybe 90%....shot at F8, the deer @ 5.6
The long throw of this lens's focusing barrel makes it more difficult to focus than Nikkors with shorter rotation range of their focus barrel...on a Nikon it may be easier because you focus @ wide open, whereas on Canon (with adapter) you focus at the set aperture that is both darker and has more depth of focus...
Still, I got a decent percentage of keepers....it will take some practice to get better...of course.....
100% crop
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Oldhand
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Oldhand wrote:
It is a lovely lens and usually has great results.
Congratulations on your purchase.
Heavy isn't it.
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Katastrofo
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Katastrofo wrote:
Beautiful catches, does the serial start out with 22 or 28? |
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mfkita
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mfkita wrote:
This is the HEAVY 1st version, serial #22...., made by KIRON...
...it's heavier than the Nikon 300/4.5....and certainly much more than the Canon EF 70-210/3.5-4.5 AF...
...but it IS MF, and I like that...smooth focusing is nice...next week I'll work on the Macro end...
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NIKON D610, Canon 30D/450D/s90/A570is: Canon 35/2, 50/1.8 MKI, 18-55IS, 28-105/3.5-4.5, 70-210/3.5-4.5; MF Nikkors 50/2K, 50/1.4AIS, 60/2.8 Micro, 85/1.8-K (AI'd), 135/2.8K, 135/2.8Q.C, 180/2.8ED, 200/4Q (AI-cut), 200/4AIS, 300/4.5-H (AI'd), Olympus 24/2.8, Vivitar 28/2, Vivitar S1 70-210/3.5 and S1 28-90;Tamron sp90/2.5; (and 28-85 AF nikkor), 35mm Nikon F, FM, FE2/MD12 drive |
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frenched
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| Posted: Sun Jul 14, 2013 1:28 am Post subject: |
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frenched wrote:
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| This is the HEAVY 1st version, serial #22...., made by KIRON... |
To be clear, it was made by Kino Precision Ltd. Kiron was a short-lived US marketing company set up to sell Kino-made lenses. Kiron as a brand had nothing to do with Vivitar.
In any event, an excellent lens and fine examples. |
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mfkita
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mfkita wrote:
Thanks frenched for that information...
I had read this on Flickr...about this lens...
"The first edition was designed by Vivitar (Ellis Betensky of NASA Optics fame)..."
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NIKON D610, Canon 30D/450D/s90/A570is: Canon 35/2, 50/1.8 MKI, 18-55IS, 28-105/3.5-4.5, 70-210/3.5-4.5; MF Nikkors 50/2K, 50/1.4AIS, 60/2.8 Micro, 85/1.8-K (AI'd), 135/2.8K, 135/2.8Q.C, 180/2.8ED, 200/4Q (AI-cut), 200/4AIS, 300/4.5-H (AI'd), Olympus 24/2.8, Vivitar 28/2, Vivitar S1 70-210/3.5 and S1 28-90;Tamron sp90/2.5; (and 28-85 AF nikkor), 35mm Nikon F, FM, FE2/MD12 drive |
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Nikonshooter
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Nikonshooter wrote:
The middle by Jarrett_Hunt, on Flickr
Flower and Bokeh by Jarrett_Hunt, on Flickr
Purple flower by Jarrett_Hunt, on Flickr
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mfkita
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mfkita wrote:
A screech owl liked posing for the Vivitar 70-210/3.5...1/125 @ 5.6 iso 800 on 30D
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NIKON D610, Canon 30D/450D/s90/A570is: Canon 35/2, 50/1.8 MKI, 18-55IS, 28-105/3.5-4.5, 70-210/3.5-4.5; MF Nikkors 50/2K, 50/1.4AIS, 60/2.8 Micro, 85/1.8-K (AI'd), 135/2.8K, 135/2.8Q.C, 180/2.8ED, 200/4Q (AI-cut), 200/4AIS, 300/4.5-H (AI'd), Olympus 24/2.8, Vivitar 28/2, Vivitar S1 70-210/3.5 and S1 28-90;Tamron sp90/2.5; (and 28-85 AF nikkor), 35mm Nikon F, FM, FE2/MD12 drive |
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Lloydy
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Lloydy wrote:
I'm currently having an affair with my copy of this great lens, we go out together most days now. 
Great pictures. 
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TijmenDal
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TijmenDal wrote:
I've got this lens as well (the Kino version that is). Absolutely great for how cheap it is (or I got it: 25$ incl leather case). One of the few lenses I wouldn't consider selling. Definitely one of the better vintage telephoto zoom lenses around!
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mfkita
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mfkita wrote:
TijmenDal:
This is the 1st PRE-AF zoom lens I've shot with...always was a prime lens shooter...and it is indeed very nice...A TANK, THOUGH!
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NIKON D610, Canon 30D/450D/s90/A570is: Canon 35/2, 50/1.8 MKI, 18-55IS, 28-105/3.5-4.5, 70-210/3.5-4.5; MF Nikkors 50/2K, 50/1.4AIS, 60/2.8 Micro, 85/1.8-K (AI'd), 135/2.8K, 135/2.8Q.C, 180/2.8ED, 200/4Q (AI-cut), 200/4AIS, 300/4.5-H (AI'd), Olympus 24/2.8, Vivitar 28/2, Vivitar S1 70-210/3.5 and S1 28-90;Tamron sp90/2.5; (and 28-85 AF nikkor), 35mm Nikon F, FM, FE2/MD12 drive |
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Lloydy
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Lloydy wrote:
I'll share the love for the Vivitar S1.
I take a lot of detail, close shots and the Vivitar is great for this. I always have a monpod with me which helps a lot.
The colours in this are real, there was a magnicent sunset but I was deep in the woods and could only capture the light as it streamed through the trees.
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mfkita
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| Posted: Fri Jul 19, 2013 11:24 am Post subject: Colors/contrast |
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mfkita wrote:
Lloyd...like your sight...
Yes, this lens seems very real in rendering nature...colors, contrast are very pleasing...impressive
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NIKON D610, Canon 30D/450D/s90/A570is: Canon 35/2, 50/1.8 MKI, 18-55IS, 28-105/3.5-4.5, 70-210/3.5-4.5; MF Nikkors 50/2K, 50/1.4AIS, 60/2.8 Micro, 85/1.8-K (AI'd), 135/2.8K, 135/2.8Q.C, 180/2.8ED, 200/4Q (AI-cut), 200/4AIS, 300/4.5-H (AI'd), Olympus 24/2.8, Vivitar 28/2, Vivitar S1 70-210/3.5 and S1 28-90;Tamron sp90/2.5; (and 28-85 AF nikkor), 35mm Nikon F, FM, FE2/MD12 drive |
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frenched
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frenched wrote:
Took mine for a quick walk around the pond earlier. It was so flipping hot and humid only the insects were out.
Both are SOOC with a big crop. No macro, just standing about 10 feet away at 210mm and f/5.6. I missed the eyes on the damselfly but, hey, happy to get anything with this swelter and overcaffeinated hands.
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Lloydy wrote:
As a long walkabout lens, it's hard to beat!
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I have loads of stuff that I have to get rid of, if you see me commenting about something I have got and you want one, ask me.
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SonicScot
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| Posted: Fri Jul 19, 2013 9:42 pm Post subject: |
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SonicScot wrote:
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| As a long walkabout lens, it's hard to beat! |
+1
I named it the Versitar because of it's versatility, a wonderful lens for numerous situations.
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Currently active gear....
Sony a7
E-M1 Mkll
Rubinar 1000/10 + 2x matched extender
Tamron 500/8 55BB
Sigma 100-300/4
Vivitar Series 1.... 200/3, 70-210/3.5 (V1 by Kiron), 135/2.3, 105/2.5 macro, 90/2.5 macro (Bokina), 90-180/4.5 Flat Field Macro, 28-90mm f/2.8-3.5
Carl Zeiss.... 180/2.8, 135/3.5, 85/1.4, 35/2.4 Flektagon, 21/2.8 Distagon
Nikon.... 55/3.5 micro, 50/1.2
Elicar 90/2.5 V-HQ Macro
Zhongyi Speedmaster 85/1.2
Jupiter-9 85/2
Helios.... 58/2 44-3
Hartblei 45/3.5 Super-Rotator TS-PC
Zenitar 16/2.8 fisheye
Samyang 8/3.5 fisheye
Nodal Ninja 4, Neewer leveling tripod base
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frenched
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frenched wrote:
Funny, you and I were responding at the same moment. . .
Well, it's high quality and very versatile. Hard to take it off the camera because it's great for so many opportunities, from macro shots to birds-in-flight. Not yet in SonicScot's league in the latter category but I'm working on it! |
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SonicScot wrote:
 
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Currently active gear....
Sony a7
E-M1 Mkll
Rubinar 1000/10 + 2x matched extender
Tamron 500/8 55BB
Sigma 100-300/4
Vivitar Series 1.... 200/3, 70-210/3.5 (V1 by Kiron), 135/2.3, 105/2.5 macro, 90/2.5 macro (Bokina), 90-180/4.5 Flat Field Macro, 28-90mm f/2.8-3.5
Carl Zeiss.... 180/2.8, 135/3.5, 85/1.4, 35/2.4 Flektagon, 21/2.8 Distagon
Nikon.... 55/3.5 micro, 50/1.2
Elicar 90/2.5 V-HQ Macro
Zhongyi Speedmaster 85/1.2
Jupiter-9 85/2
Helios.... 58/2 44-3
Hartblei 45/3.5 Super-Rotator TS-PC
Zenitar 16/2.8 fisheye
Samyang 8/3.5 fisheye
Nodal Ninja 4, Neewer leveling tripod base
Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/gazsus/ Website http://garianphotography.co.uk/ |
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RAART
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RAART wrote:
I have it and love it... This lens is a permanent keeper for me!
Mine has a nikon F mount and is working perfectly with my old 35mm F90X body, but didn't use that body for last 5 years.
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FOR SALE:
Do you have Pentax-A or F or FA primes and like to trade?
Here is the list what I have to trade/sale:
Primes: - Kiron 28mm f2 (C/Y); Vivitar 28mm f2.5 Auto (FD); Minolta MD 50mm f2 (incl. adapter to m4/3); Miranda Auto 35mm f2.8 EC (incl. adapter to m4/3); Miranda Auto 135mm f2.8 EC (incl. adapter to m4/3);
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anktonio
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anktonio wrote:
I have the second version made by Tokina. Is the least of all heavy, but is heavy. This is the only problem. Everything else is kindness. Is a outstanding lens from 70 to 200. I have not seen many examples of focus to infinity.
Full resolution: http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5520/9352336441_825c82b2b4_o.jpg
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frenched
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| Posted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 10:44 pm Post subject: |
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frenched wrote:
#2 and #3 are astounding. Love it! |
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mfkita
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| Posted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 10:46 pm Post subject: Thanks.... |
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mfkita wrote:
I just want to thank you all here whose experience with this lens brought it to my attention...and it was just my luck to find it at a thrift a week after 1st learning about it...
Mine is a Nikon AI mount version and is near mint...so I'll be keeping it for the (some)day I get a Nikon...
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I favor the simple shot...and uncomplicated technology that won't distract me from seeing it...
NIKON D610, Canon 30D/450D/s90/A570is: Canon 35/2, 50/1.8 MKI, 18-55IS, 28-105/3.5-4.5, 70-210/3.5-4.5; MF Nikkors 50/2K, 50/1.4AIS, 60/2.8 Micro, 85/1.8-K (AI'd), 135/2.8K, 135/2.8Q.C, 180/2.8ED, 200/4Q (AI-cut), 200/4AIS, 300/4.5-H (AI'd), Olympus 24/2.8, Vivitar 28/2, Vivitar S1 70-210/3.5 and S1 28-90;Tamron sp90/2.5; (and 28-85 AF nikkor), 35mm Nikon F, FM, FE2/MD12 drive |
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frenched
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| Posted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 10:50 pm Post subject: Re: Thanks.... |
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frenched wrote:
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| so I'll be keeping it for the (some)day I get a Nikon... |
Why wait? Head over to eBay and order an EMF adapter for your 30D from Big_IS and get going! |
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mfkita
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| Posted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 10:58 pm Post subject: Re: Thanks.... |
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mfkita wrote:
| frenched wrote: |
| mfkita wrote: |
| so I'll be keeping it for the (some)day I get a Nikon... |
Why wait? Head over to eBay and order an EMF adapter for your 30D from Big_IS and get going! |
Oh, I've plenty of Big_IS Nikon adapters for the Canon....I was just saying that THIS lens will go with me when "take the walk on the dark side"...
The only lens I'm sorry can't go with me will be the Oly 24/2.8...that lens is better than the Nikon I had had...
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I favor the simple shot...and uncomplicated technology that won't distract me from seeing it...
NIKON D610, Canon 30D/450D/s90/A570is: Canon 35/2, 50/1.8 MKI, 18-55IS, 28-105/3.5-4.5, 70-210/3.5-4.5; MF Nikkors 50/2K, 50/1.4AIS, 60/2.8 Micro, 85/1.8-K (AI'd), 135/2.8K, 135/2.8Q.C, 180/2.8ED, 200/4Q (AI-cut), 200/4AIS, 300/4.5-H (AI'd), Olympus 24/2.8, Vivitar 28/2, Vivitar S1 70-210/3.5 and S1 28-90;Tamron sp90/2.5; (and 28-85 AF nikkor), 35mm Nikon F, FM, FE2/MD12 drive |
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frenched
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| Posted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 11:23 pm Post subject: Re: Thanks.... |
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frenched wrote:
| mfkita wrote: |
| I was just saying that THIS lens will go with me when "take the walk on the dark side".. |
Yoda and I will always be with you.  |
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