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Minolta MD 50mm f/2
Minolta · 1978-1985
Compact pancake-style 50mm. Very sharp and light.
Known for
- Travel
- Street photography
- Compact kit
Considerations
- Slower than f/1.7
- Less common
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance3/5
CA Control3/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Common Issues
- Check for fungus
- Inspect aperture blades
Buying Guide
Specifications
MountMinolta MD
Focal Length50mm
Max Aperturef/2
Min Aperturef/22
Aperture Blades6
Filter Size49mm
Weight165g
Optical Design
FormulaDouble Gauss
Elements5
Groups4
CoatingSRC (Minolta)
Pricing
£40 - £90
Typical used price
Mint: ~£120
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RFSony A
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