Minolta MD 50mm f/1.7
Compact and sharp manual focus prime lens
Key Features
Lens Capabilities
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The Most Important Rings & Switches — Minolta MD 50mm f/1.7
| Ring / Switch / Control | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Focus Ring | ✓ Present | Manual focus ring with smooth dampening |
| Zoom Ring | ✗ Not Present | Prime lens |
| Aperture Ring | ✓ Present | Manual aperture control ring |
| AF/MF Switch | ✗ Not Present | Fully manual lens |
| Image Stabilisation Switch | ✗ Not Present | Not applicable |
| Focus Limiter Switch | ✗ Not Present | Not applicable |
| Function (L-Fn) Button | ✗ Not Present | Not applicable |
| Zoom Lock Switch | ✗ Not Present | Not applicable |
| Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) | ✗ Not Present | Not applicable |
| Weather Sealing | ✗ Not Present | Not applicable |
How-to Use Minolta MD 50mm f/1.7
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Technical Specification
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.7 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Focusing | Manual |
| Min Focus Distance | 0.45m |
| Elements/Groups | 6/5 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 6 |
| Filter Thread | 49mm |
| Mount | Minolta MD |
| Weight | 165g |
| Dimensions | 64mm x 38mm |
