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Vivitar 70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom - Olympus OM

Vivitar 70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom Olympus OM is a manual-focus zoom lens for Olympus OM film SLRs. It covers a useful short-telephoto to telephoto range and the variable aperture keeps it relatively compact compared with faster zooms of the era. As a Vivitar-branded third-party optic, it was aimed at photographers who wanted flexible framing without carrying several primes, and the MC coating helps with flare control and contrast for a vintage lens of this type. Handling is typically straightforward: a straightforward zoom ring, manual focus operation and no electronic communication with the camera body. Image character is very much of its time, with performance depending on aperture and focal length, so stopping down usually improves edge definition and overall contrast. It suits users of Olympus OM bodies, collectors of classic manual lenses and anyone adapting OM-mount glass to digital cameras. When buying used, check the focus and zoom action for stiffness or uneven damping, inspect the front and rear elements for haze, fungus, scratches and cleaning marks, and confirm the aperture blades are dry and move freely. Also look for wear on the OM mount and any signs of impact or decentring that could affect optical performance.

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Vivitar 70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom - Olympus OM Model Overview

Specifications

Brand
Vivitar
Model
70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom
Variant
Olympus OM
Release year
1980
Lens Mount
Olympus Om
Lens Type
Zoom

Vivitar 70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom Olympus OM is a manual-focus zoom lens for Olympus OM film SLRs. It covers a useful short-telephoto to telephoto range and the variable aperture keeps it relatively compact compared with faster zooms of the era. As a Vivitar-branded third-party optic, it was aimed at photographers who wanted flexible framing without carrying several primes, and the MC coating helps with flare control and contrast for a vintage lens of this type. Handling is typically straightforward: a straightforward zoom ring, manual focus operation and no electronic communication with the camera body. Image character is very much of its time, with performance depending on aperture and focal length, so stopping down usually improves edge definition and overall contrast. It suits users of Olympus OM bodies, collectors of classic manual lenses and anyone adapting OM-mount glass to digital cameras. When buying used, check the focus and zoom action for stiffness or uneven damping, inspect the front and rear elements for haze, fungus, scratches and cleaning marks, and confirm the aperture blades are dry and move freely. Also look for wear on the OM mount and any signs of impact or decentring that could affect optical performance.

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Vivitar 70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom - Olympus OM Price History

Used Vivitar 70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom - Olympus OM market summary

Prices are stable. The used Vivitar 70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom - Olympus OM has held over the past 30 days, from a median of £18.99 to £18.99.

The latest median price sits near the lower end of its the past 30 days range (£6.52 – £52.70). 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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It depends on the dealer. Warranty length and cover on a used Vivitar 70-150mm f/3.8-4.5 MC Zoom - Olympus OM 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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