Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 TX

Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 TX is a camera glass that can be used for capturing distant subjects. It comes with a manual focus system, which means that you have to adjust the focus ring yourself to get the subject in focus. It produces a nice bokeh effect, which means that the out-of-focus areas look smooth and pleasing to the eye. It has no autofocus system, so you have to rely on your own eyesight and skill to get the shot.

This photographic lens is made up of several lens elements, which are coated to reduce reflections and increase contrast. It takes some time to manufacture this lens, but the end result is a high-quality photo lens that can produce sharp and detailed images. The aperture of this glass is f/5.6, which means that it can let in a moderate amount of light.

The build quality of this lens is good, and it feels sturdy in your hand. It can be mounted on different camera bodies with the help of an adapter. If you are looking for an alternative to this lens, you can consider other ultra telephoto lenses with autofocus systems, which can make your job easier. Overall, Vivitar 400mm f/5.6 TX is a good choice for photographers who want to capture distant subjects with a manual focus lens.

Optical design

Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Not the best in low light conditions but the lack of high aperture can be compensated with higher iso

Physical characteristics

With a lens filter diameter of 72 mm you are one step from the next standard filter size, buy step-up ring and bigger filter but you can chose from plenty options. Weights 1200 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.