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    Vivitar 20 mm f/ 3.8 Kino
    Vivitar 20 mm f/ 3.8 Kino

    Vivitar 20 mm f/ 3.8 Kino

    20mm · f/3.8

    Overview

    The Vivitar 20mm f/3.8 Kino (Kiron) is an inexpensive ultra-wide lens with decent center sharpness but poor edge performance, described as 'simply bad' by blog.addieleman.nl. Build quality is solid with a large 82mm filter thread and close focusing to 15cm, but fixed mounts can cause compatibility issues. It is prone to flare, low contrast, and muted colors according to forum.mflenses.com. Suitable only for budget-conscious users who prioritize center sharpness and don't require edge-to-edge quality.