Vivitar Series 1 450mm F/4.5 Catadioptric ASPH VMC

Specifications01

MountT MOUNT

Focal length450mm

Max aperturef/4.5

TypeMirror · Macro · Telephoto · Prime

Release year1982

Weight1640 g

Filter size35.5 mm

Min focus distance3.5 m

Max magnification0.1786

Optical elements11

Groups7

AutofocusNo

StabilizationNo

Aperture controlNone

Lens hoodScrew-type round

TeleconvertersVivitar Series 1 2X Macro Matched Multiplier for 450mm F/4.5 VMC→ 900mm F/9

EraFilm era

Production statusDiscontinued

Additional Info02

Lens TypeSuper telephoto prime lens

Field Notes02

Vivitar Series 1 catadioptric mirror (VMC) lens with a fixed 450mm focal length and maximum aperture f/4.5 for distant subjects like wildlife or astronomy. Intended for T-mount cameras.

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Vivitar Series 1 450mm F/4.5 Catadioptric ASPH VMC

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