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Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD

Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC is a Canon FD zoom lens with a very broad travel-to-telephoto range. It was part of the classic one-lens solution era, giving film Canon FD users a compact way to cover wide-angle, portrait and longer reach without changing lenses. Like many superzooms from this period, it trades some optical refinement for versatility, so expectations should be set around convenience rather than modern sharpness, contrast or flare control. The MC coating helps, but performance will still depend heavily on stopping down and on the condition of the individual copy. It suits photographers who value flexibility for casual film shooting, general walkabout use, or as a practical lens to keep on a second FD body. Because exact copy details and production data vary across Vivitar-branded lenses, used buyers should check the FD mount for wear, verify smooth zoom and focus action, inspect aperture blades for oil, and look carefully for haze, fungus, separation, stiff rings or damage to the filter threads and rear mount.

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Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD Model Overview

Specifications

Brand
Vivitar
Model
28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom
Variant
Canon FD
Release year
1988
Lens Mount
Canon FD
Lens Type
Zoom

Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC is a Canon FD zoom lens with a very broad travel-to-telephoto range. It was part of the classic one-lens solution era, giving film Canon FD users a compact way to cover wide-angle, portrait and longer reach without changing lenses. Like many superzooms from this period, it trades some optical refinement for versatility, so expectations should be set around convenience rather than modern sharpness, contrast or flare control. The MC coating helps, but performance will still depend heavily on stopping down and on the condition of the individual copy. It suits photographers who value flexibility for casual film shooting, general walkabout use, or as a practical lens to keep on a second FD body. Because exact copy details and production data vary across Vivitar-branded lenses, used buyers should check the FD mount for wear, verify smooth zoom and focus action, inspect aperture blades for oil, and look carefully for haze, fungus, separation, stiff rings or damage to the filter threads and rear mount.

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Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD Price History

Used Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD market summary

Prices are stable. The used Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD has held over the past 30 days, from a median of £18 to £18.

The latest median price sits near the lower end of its the past 30 days range (£4.59 – £104.69). Stable prices mean buyers and sellers can compare without time pressure. These figures describe advertised used prices rather than a guaranteed valuation for any individual item.

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Buying a used Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD FAQs

Current prices are shown in the listings above, from 1 UK dealer tracked by SDS. The price of each example depends on its condition, included accessories and warranty, so compare the total cost including delivery.

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Yes, when you buy your Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD from a UK business. You are covered by the Consumer Rights Act 2015, so goods must be as described and of satisfactory quality, and most online purchases come with a 14-day right to cancel. Every dealer on SDS is a verified UK business.

Check each Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD listing's condition notes, photos and included accessories. Confirm any faults or repairs, how long the warranty lasts and the returns terms. Condition grades vary between dealers, so read each dealer's grading guide.

It depends on the dealer. Warranty length and cover on a used Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD are set by each dealer and shown on their website. Your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act apply whether or not a warranty is offered.

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It varies by Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD listing. Check the dealer's included-items list for essentials such as batteries, chargers, cables or caps, and whether they are original Vivitar parts. Product photos on SDS identify the model and do not show what a listing includes.

Each used Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD differs in condition, accessories and warranty, and each dealer prices its own stock. Comparing listings side by side on SDS shows the difference before you buy.

Yes. Request a free Vivitar 28-200mm f/3.5-5.3 MC Zoom - Canon FD quote on SDS to compare offers from verified UK dealers, with no obligation to accept. Offers to buy are usually lower than resale prices because dealers cover inspection, preparation and resale costs.

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