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Kiron 80-200 mm f/ 4.5 Macro Focusing Zoom with Zoomlock *69
80–200mm · f/4.5
Overview
The Kiron 80-200mm f/4.5 Macro Focusing Zoom is a manual lens with a unique Zoomlock feature. Optically, it delivers good sharpness in the center but softness at the edges, especially at longer focal lengths. Build quality is solid with smooth focusing, though the zoom lock can be finicky. It offers macro capability at 200mm, but close-up performance is mediocre. This lens suits vintage enthusiasts who value its compact build and macro function, but edge softness may disappoint those needing consistent sharpness across the frame.