Canon FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro vs Vivitar 55mm f/2.8 Macro
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Canon
FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro
Vivitar
55mm f/2.8 Macro
Verdict at a glance
- Vivitar 55mm f/2.8 Macro is faster by 0.6 stops (f/2.8 vs f/3.5), letting in more light.
- Canon FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro goes wider (50mm vs 55mm).
- Vivitar 55mm f/2.8 Macro reaches further (55mm vs 50mm).
| Spec | FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro | 55mm f/2.8 Macro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Vivitar |
| Mount | Canon FD | Canon FD |
| Type | Macro | Macro |
| Focal length | 50mm (wider) | 55mm |
| Max aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 (faster) |
Canon FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro
The Canon FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro is a manual-focus macro lens covering 50mm at f/3.5 for Canon FD mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.
Vivitar 55mm f/2.8 Macro
A 55mm f/2.8 manual-focus macro lens, the Vivitar 55mm f/2.8 Macro is designed for Canon FD mount bodies. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.