Vivitar Series 1 70–210mm f/3.5 – Minolta MD Mount – Excellent

Vivitar Series 1 70–210mm f/3.5 Zoom Lens – Minolta MD Mount – Excellent – Caps

Legendary manual-focus telephoto zoom from Vivitar’s iconic Series 1 line, compatible with Minolta MD mount film cameras. This version features a constant f/3.5 aperture, macro mode, and robust all-metal construction. Widely regarded as one of the finest third-party zooms of its era, with sharp optics and beautiful bokeh.

This copy is in excellent condition, with clean glass, smooth mechanics, and snappy aperture blades. Zoom and focus rings operate with precision. A true collector’s piece and a joy to shoot with.

Included:

• Vivitar Series 1 70–210mm f/3.5 lens (Minolta MD mount)
• Front and rear caps

Specs:

• Mount: Minolta MD (manual focus)
• Focal Length: 70–210mm
• Aperture: Constant f/3.5 to f/22
• Macro Mode: 1:2.5 magnification
• Filter Thread: 67mm
• Construction: 15 elements in 11 groups
• Aperture Blades: 6
• Weight: ~850g
• Made by Kino Precision (Kiron) – Serial starts with 22
• Push-pull zoom design

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Collector Notes:

This is the first-generation Series 1 70–210mm, manufactured by Kiron (Kino Precision) and released in the mid-1970s. It was a groundbreaking design—the first successful macro zoom lens—and helped establish Vivitar’s reputation for high-performance optics. Known for its sharpness, character-rich rendering, and excellent build quality, it remains a favourite among vintage lens enthusiasts.