Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Auto

Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Auto - Good Condition | Classic Wide-Angle Prime in Pentax K Mount

The Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Auto is a compact and capable wide-angle prime built for the Pentax K mount system — delivering a natural and versatile wide-angle perspective ideal for landscape, street, architecture, and environmental portrait photography. Vivitar's third-party lenses from this era were produced by various respected Japanese optical manufacturers to high standards — delivering optical quality that consistently stands above their modest reputation. The 28mm focal length is a classic choice for wide-angle work — capturing a broad field of view while maintaining natural proportions. In Pentax K mount, it pairs naturally with the full range of Pentax K mount film and digital bodies and adapts effortlessly to modern mirrorless systems via adapter. Serial number SR 99504239.

Key Features

• 28mm focal length — versatile wide-angle perspective for landscapes, street, and architecture
• f/2.8 maximum aperture with clean and capable rendering
• Pentax K mount — compatible with all Pentax K mount film and digital bodies
• Manual focus operation with smooth, well-damped focus ring
• Solid construction built to last
• Rear lens cap included

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to barrel or mount
• Optics: Elements clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact
• Mechanics: Focus ring operates smoothly and precisely; aperture blades clean and snappy; mount clean and secure

"The Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Auto is a practical and capable wide-angle prime that delivers a naturally versatile perspective for street and landscape work. The 28mm focal length is a classic choice for wide-angle photography, and on a modern Pentax digital body or mirrorless via adapter it's a characterful and dependable everyday wide-angle prime at a very accessible price point."

What's Included

• Vivitar 28mm f/2.8 Auto lens (Pentax K mount)
• Rear lens cap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Vivitar
• Model: 28mm f/2.8 Auto
• Serial Number: SR 99504239
• Mount: Pentax K
• Focal Length: 28mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Angle of View: 75°
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 0.3m
• Filter Thread: 52mm
• Construction: All-metal barrel
• Type: Wide-Angle Lens
• Category: Lenses
• Condition: Good Condition