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Minolta MD 35mm f/1.8
Minolta · 1981-1985
Fast wide-angle with beautiful rendering. Highly regarded by street photographers.
Known for
- Street photography
- Low light
- Environmental portraits
Considerations
- Soft corners wide open
- Heavy for a 35mm
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)3/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance3/5
CA Control3/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Bokeh: Beautiful, slightly swirly character
Common Issues
- Check for fungus
- Inspect aperture blades
Buying Guide
Specifications
MountMinolta MD
Focal Length35mm
Max Aperturef/1.8
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades8
Filter Size55mm
Weight285g
Optical Design
FormulaRetrofocus
Elements9
Groups8
CoatingSRC (Minolta)
Pricing
£200 - £350
Typical used price
Mint: ~£450
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RFSony A
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