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Quick answer
The Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 Macro is a short telephoto macro lens covering 90mm at f/2.5 for the M42 mount. Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
About this lens
The Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 Macro is a manual-focus macro lens covering 90mm at f/2.5 for M42 mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.
Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 Macro specifications
What can you shoot with the Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 Macro?
At 90mm this is a short telephoto macro, which typically suits:
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
- Isolating subjects from the background
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor (adapted mount, so sensor size depends on your camera). Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 90mm | 22.6° | 27° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 135mm | 15.2° | 18.2° |
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.0x | 180mm | 11.4° | 13.7° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 Macro use?
It uses the M42 mount, so it fits M42 cameras directly and can be used on other systems through a mount adapter.
What is the focal length of the Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 Macro?
It is a fixed 90mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.5. That makes it a short telephoto lens.
Is the Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 Macro a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 90mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/2.5.
What is the Vivitar Series 1 90mm f/2.5 Macro equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 135mm on full frame, with a 15.2° horizontal and 18.2° diagonal field of view. On Micro Four Thirds (2x crop) it frames like 180mm on full frame, with a 11.4° horizontal and 13.7° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Alternatives for M42 from other brands
All M42 lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
