Minolta 50mm F/1.7 MD Mount Manual Focus Lens (AS-IS)

The Minolta MD 50mm f/1.7 is a classic, lightweight standard prime lens designed for 35mm film cameras featuring the Minolta SR/MC/MD bayonet mount. Renowned for its sharp optical rendering, high contrast, and excellent color rendition, it provides a natural 47-degree field of view that closely matches human perspective. Its bright f/1.7 maximum aperture allows for effective low-light exposure control and pleasing background blur for subject separation. Built with a compact form factor, smooth manual focusing ring, and mechanical aperture control, it remains a popular choice for vintage SLR film enthusiasts and digital mirrorless adapting.

Key Features and Specifications

* Minolta MD Bayonet Mount: Native compatibility with Minolta manual focus 35mm film SLR cameras (such as the X-700, X-570, and SRT series) and easily adaptable to modern mirrorless digital camera bodies.
* Standard 50mm Prime Focal Length: Delivers a versatile, natural perspective well-suited for street photography, daily walkaround shooting, and environmental portraits.
* Fast f/1.7 Maximum Aperture: Provides low-light gathering capabilities and shallow depth-of-field control for soft bokeh.
* Full Manual Control: Features a textured rubber focusing ring alongside a tactile, click-stopped mechanical aperture ring (f/1.7 to f/22) with a minimum focusing distance of 1.5 feet (0.45m).
* Compact & Lightweight Design: Low-profile housing uses standard 49mm front filter threads for simple accessory attachment.

Condition and Included Accessories

* Included Accessories: Only included with rear lens cap.

* Physical and Operational Condition: Optically, the internal glass elements contain heavy accumulation of dust and haze. Due to these optical defects, this item is sold strictly AS-IS, CANNOT BE RETURNED OR EXCHANGED, FINAL SALE.