Production
1960 – 1989
Country
USA
Optical
6-7 elements in 5-6 groups, Gauss/Tessar/Triplet design
Updated
Feb 6, 2026
Vivitar 135mm f2.8
Various Mounts · 135mm · f/2.8
Overview
Vivitar's fixed 135mm telephoto. Solid performer across multiple mount options.
Verdict: The Vivitar 135mm f2.8 is a solid vintage lens option. MFlenses community members recommend it for photographers seeking reliable optical performance and vintage character.
Optical Character
Bokeh
Pleasant bokeh from aperture design
Color
Balanced to neutral color rendering
Sharpness wide open
Good sharpness from f4 onwards, can be soft wide open
Flare resistance
Moderate flare resistance
Contrast
Good contrast and clarity
Vignetting
Mild to moderate wide open
Community Insights
What people love
- Reliable optical performance
- Good value proposition
- Solid build quality
- Consistent rendering
- Versatile for various applications
What people dislike
- Limited character in some models
- Can be soft wide open
- May require cleaning
- Some copies affected by fungus
Pro Tips
- Best performance at f4-f8 apertures
- Test on digital camera bodies via adapter
- Clean carefully to preserve coatings
- Works well on modern mirrorless systems
Sample Photos
Sources (2)
MFlenses ForumForum
Vivitar's fixed 135mm telephoto. Solid performer across multiple mount options.
DPReview ForumForum
Vivitar's fixed 135mm telephoto. Solid performer across multiple mount options.