Canon FD 85mm f/1.8 S.S.C. vs Vivitar 90mm f/2.5 Macro
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon FD 85mm f/1.8 S.S.C. is faster by 0.9 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.5), letting in more light.
- Canon FD 85mm f/1.8 S.S.C. goes wider (85mm vs 90mm).
- Vivitar 90mm f/2.5 Macro reaches further (90mm vs 85mm).
| Spec | FD 85mm f/1.8 S.S.C. | 90mm f/2.5 Macro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Vivitar |
| Mount | Canon FD | Canon FD |
| Type | Prime | Macro |
| Focal length | 85mm (wider) | 90mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 (faster) | f/2.5 |
Canon FD 85mm f/1.8 S.S.C.
This 85mm f/1.8 fast manual-focus short-telephoto prime lens from Canon fits Canon FD mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Vivitar 90mm f/2.5 Macro
Vivitar 90mm f/2.5 Macro: a manual-focus macro lens with a 90mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.5, made for Canon FD mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.