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==Description==
 
==Description==
The "Vivitar Professional" name was only applied to a few, rare lenses marketed by [[Vivitar|Ponder & Best (aka Vivitar)]]. It follows the "P&B Vivitar" name and precedes the more common "Vivitar". It is not known how many of this model lens were produced. Only one example of the Vivitar Professional 180mm f/2.8 is known. The serial number is 1000002, suggesting that at least one other copy existed. The date of manufacture is unknown, as is the identify of the manufacturer; however, the lens is marked "Made in Japan".
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The "Vivitar Professional" name was only applied to a few, rare lenses marketed by [[Vivitar|Ponder & Best (aka Vivitar)]]. The most well known example is [[Vivitar Professional 135mm f/1.5]]. It is not known how many of this model lens were produced. Only one example of the Vivitar Professional 180mm f/2.8 is documented (see photos on this page) and it is believed to a be a prototype. The serial number is 1000002, suggesting that at least one other copy may have existed. The date of manufacture is unknown, as is the identify of the manufacturer; however, the lens is marked "Made in Japan".
  
 
==Specifications==
 
==Specifications==

Revision as of 17:27, 15 February 2012

The Vivitar Professional 180mm f/2.8 lens is a rare telephoto lens marketed by Ponder & Best.

Description

The "Vivitar Professional" name was only applied to a few, rare lenses marketed by Ponder & Best (aka Vivitar). The most well known example is Vivitar Professional 135mm f/1.5. It is not known how many of this model lens were produced. Only one example of the Vivitar Professional 180mm f/2.8 is documented (see photos on this page) and it is believed to a be a prototype. The serial number is 1000002, suggesting that at least one other copy may have existed. The date of manufacture is unknown, as is the identify of the manufacturer; however, the lens is marked "Made in Japan".

Specifications

  • Badging: Vivitar Professional
  • Manufacturer: unknown
  • Manufacture Date: unknown
  • Focal Length: 180mm
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 - f/32
  • Diaphragm Type: Preset /Automatic (selectable)
  • Diaphragm Blades: 8
  • Filter Diameter: 86mm
  • Minimum Focus: 1.38 meters (6 feet)
  • Mounts: M42
  • Elements: unknown
  • Groups: unknown
  • Weight: 1,408 g (3lbs 1.7oz)
  • Accessories: tripod mounting ring and retractable hood
  • Example Serial Numbers: 1000002
  • Original Stock Number(s): unknown


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