Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F
Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom is a Nikon F-mount manual-focus telephoto zoom lens with a constant f/3.8 maximum aperture. It sits in the older third-party zoom category, offering a useful medium-telephoto to short-telephoto range for portraits, travel detail and general daylight shooting on Nikon film bodies or adapted use where appropriate. The MC designation indicates multi-coating, which helps control flare and improve contrast compared with uncoated optics of the era, though performance will still depend heavily on sample condition and aperture choice. As with many vintage zooms, handling is usually straightforward rather than refined: expect a solid, mechanical feel, a long focus throw and modest close-range flexibility rather than modern speed or edge-to-edge sharpness. Exact release year and factory weight are not reliably documented for this specific Vivitar-branded variant, so they are omitted. When buying used, check the zoom action for smoothness, focus damping, aperture blade oil, fungus, haze, internal dust and wear to the Nikon F mount and filter threads.
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Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F
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Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F
Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Macro Focussing telephoto Zoom Lens
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Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F
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Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F
Vivitar 70- 200mm f/3.8 MC Macro Focusing Zoom Lens Canon FD Mount
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Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F
Vivitar 70-200mm F3.8 Lens For Minolta -VM 2841 MT-
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Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F
Vivitar MC 70-200mm F/3.8 Matched Multiplier
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Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F Model Overview
Specifications
- Brand
- Vivitar
- Model
- 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom
- Variant
- Nikon F
- Release year
- 1980
- Lens Mount
- Nikon F
- Lens Type
- Zoom
Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom is a Nikon F-mount manual-focus telephoto zoom lens with a constant f/3.8 maximum aperture. It sits in the older third-party zoom category, offering a useful medium-telephoto to short-telephoto range for portraits, travel detail and general daylight shooting on Nikon film bodies or adapted use where appropriate. The MC designation indicates multi-coating, which helps control flare and improve contrast compared with uncoated optics of the era, though performance will still depend heavily on sample condition and aperture choice. As with many vintage zooms, handling is usually straightforward rather than refined: expect a solid, mechanical feel, a long focus throw and modest close-range flexibility rather than modern speed or edge-to-edge sharpness. Exact release year and factory weight are not reliably documented for this specific Vivitar-branded variant, so they are omitted. When buying used, check the zoom action for smoothness, focus damping, aperture blade oil, fungus, haze, internal dust and wear to the Nikon F mount and filter threads.
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Used Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F market summary
Prices are stable. The used Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F has held over the past 30 days, from a median of £15.18 to £15.18.
The latest median price sits near the lower end of its the past 30 days range (£7.78 – £31.90). 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 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F 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.
You can compare used Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F listings from verified UK dealers on SDS, then buy directly from the dealer you choose. SDS is a free comparison service: payment, delivery, warranty and returns are handled by the dealer.
Yes, when you buy your Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F 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 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F 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 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F 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.
It varies by Vivitar 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F 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 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F 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 70-200mm f/3.8 MC Zoom - Nikon F 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.