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    Vivitar MC 80-200 mm f/4.5 (Kino)
    Vivitar MC 80-200 mm f/4.5 (Kino)

    Vivitar MC 80-200 mm f/4.5 (Kino)

    80–200mm · f/4.5

    Overview

    The Vivitar MC 80-200 mm f/4.5 (Kino) is a budget-friendly legacy zoom lens with mixed reviews. Optically, it delivers surprisingly sharp center sharpness wide open, pleasant colors, and smooth bokeh. However, it suffers from heavy lens creep and a stiff, sloppy zoom/focus ring. Build quality is described as run-of-the-mill and worn. It suits photographers willing to tolerate handling flaws for excellent image quality on a low budget.