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Production
1960 – 1989
Country
USA
Optical
6-7 elements in 5-6 groups, Gauss/Tessar/Triplet design.
Updated
Feb 6, 2026
Vivitar 28mm f2.8
Various Mounts · 28mm · f/2.8
AI-assisted · from real reviewsUpdated 6 Feb 2026
Overview
Another Vivitar wide angle variant. Solid wide angle lens for adapted work.
Verdict: The Vivitar 28mm 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
- Clean carefully to preserve coatings
- Works well on modern mirrorless systems
Sources (2)
MFlenses ForumForum
Another Vivitar wide angle variant. Solid wide angle lens for adapted work.
DPReview ForumForum
Another Vivitar wide angle variant. Solid wide angle lens for adapted work.