Used Vivitar 28MM F/2.5 Nikon F Mount Lens - Good

The Vivitar 28mm f/2.5 for Nikon F mount is a classic manual focus wide-angle prime lens that delivers a versatile field of view for landscapes, street photography, documentary work, travel, and general everyday shooting. On full-frame Nikon F-mount cameras, 28mm provides a comfortably wide perspective without the exaggerated look of an ultra-wide lens, while on APS-C Nikon DX bodies it gives a more standard-equivalent angle of view that works well for walkaround use.

Compatible With

• Nikon F-mount 35mm film SLR cameras with manual-focus lens support
• Select Nikon DSLR bodies with Nikon F mount that support manual-focus lenses
• Compatible Nikon F-mount film and digital cameras when used with appropriate manual exposure/focus operation

Classic Wide-Angle Perspective

A 28mm focal length has long been favored by photographers who want to include more of the environment in the frame while maintaining a natural sense of space. It is wide enough for interiors, city scenes, and landscapes, yet still controlled enough for environmental portraits and storytelling images. This makes the lens a practical choice for photographers who enjoy working with a single prime lens and moving with the scene.

Bright f/2.5 Aperture

The fast f/2.5 maximum aperture offers a useful balance between low-light capability and compact lens design. It can help maintain faster shutter speeds in dimmer conditions and gives you more flexibility when separating a subject from the background at close focusing distances. Stopped down, lenses in this class are often appreciated for strong depth of field control and dependable sharpness for street and scenic work.

Manual Focus Handling

This is a manual focus lens, making it especially appealing to photographers who value deliberate composition and direct control. Manual focusing can be an advantage for video capture, tripod-based shooting, landscapes, and subjects where careful placement of focus is preferred. The lens can also be a rewarding option for film photographers building out a vintage Nikon F-mount kit.

Vintage Character and Practical Use

Older Vivitar prime lenses remain popular because they can provide an appealing classic rendering along with solid metal-and-glass construction typical of many manual-focus era optics. Depending on the specific production version, users often seek these lenses for their tactile operation, compact size, and distinctive image character compared with many modern autofocus designs.

Who It's For

This lens is a strong fit for photographers and collectors looking for an affordable vintage Nikon F-mount wide-angle prime. It is especially useful for street photography, travel kits, landscapes, environmental portraiture, architecture with careful framing, and general creative shooting on compatible film or digital Nikon F-mount cameras.

Condition

This used item is rated in Good condition (80-90% of original condition). It will show a small amount of cosmetic wear and some blemishes from regular use. Lenses in Good condition may have slight scratches on the housing, while the glass elements remain unmarked and very clean. Zoom and focus rings may show minor signs of fatigue and/or oxidation. The lens remains in full working order. Used items are warrantied by us for 180 days under the terms of the manufacturer's original warranty.

Notes on Specifications

Because many vintage Vivitar lenses were produced in multiple versions by different manufacturers, some detailed specifications can vary slightly by production run. The core characteristics confirmed for this item are its 28mm focal length, f/2.5 maximum aperture, Nikon F mount, and manual focus operation.