Vivitar MC 50mm F1.7 Cine Mod Prime Portrait Lens | Canon EF!

Bring cinematic quality to your productions with the Vivitar MC 50mm F1.7 Cine Mod Prime Lens, expertly modified and adapted for Canon EF mount cameras. This classic 50mm portrait lens has been fully serviced, cleaned, and cine-modded to meet the professional demands of modern filmmakers, while retaining the timeless character of vintage optics.

Cine-Modded for Filmmakers

This Vivitar lens has been carefully disassembled, serviced, and rebuilt with precision cine modifications:

• Follow Focus Gear – Professionally installed 0.8 pitch gear on the focus ring for seamless control with follow focus systems.
• De-Clicked Aperture – Provides smooth and silent exposure transitions, ideal for filmmaking.
• 80mm Outer Diameter Cine Hood – Compatible with matte boxes and professional accessories.
• Canon EF Mount Adaptation – Adjusted and calibrated for accurate infinity focus.
• Protective Caps Included – Front and rear caps for safe storage and handling.

Optical Qualities

The Vivitar MC 50mm F1.7 is a true vintage portrait lens, offering sharp subject rendering with a classic film-like look. Its optical performance makes it highly versatile:

• Fast F1.7 Aperture – Excellent low-light performance and cinematic shallow depth of field.
• Portrait Perfection – Natural subject isolation and flattering compression for interviews, music videos, and narratives.
• Smooth Bokeh – Creamy background blur that enhances cinematic storytelling.
• Vintage Rendering – Warm tones, gentle contrast, and subtle flares not found in modern digital glass.

Specifications:

• Lens Mount - Canon EF
• Focal Length - 50mm
• Maximum Aperture - F1.7
• Minimum Aperture - F22
• Aperture Blades - 6
• Minimum Focus Distance - 0.45m
• Filter Size - 52mm
• Focus Type - Manual
• Serial Number - 9032533

Condition

This Vivitar MC 50mm F1.7 Cine Mod Lens is in excellent serviced condition. The glass is free from scratches, haze, and fungus, ensuring clear and sharp optical performance. Focus and aperture rings operate smoothly, with cine follow focus gear added for precise control. The body shows only light cosmetic wear consistent with vintage use but has been fully serviced, re-lubricated, and calibrated for Canon EF mount.

This Offer Includes

✔ Vivitar MC 50mm F1.7 Cine Mod Lens
✔ Canon EF Mount Adaptation
✔ Cine Follow Focus Gear
✔ 80mm Outer Diameter Cine Hood
✔ Front & Rear Lens Caps

Why This Lens?

The Vivitar MC 50mm F1.7 Cine Mod is an ideal portrait lens for filmmakers, offering a fast aperture, classic rendering, and professional cine features. It’s perfect for close-ups, storytelling, and creative cinematography, making it a reliable and versatile addition to any Canon EF kit.