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    Minolta MCMinolta MD
    Prime
    Full frame

    Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4

    4.5
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.7
    Mechanical: 4.5
    Value: 4.6
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/1.4-16
    Mount
    Minolta MC, Minolta MD
    Weight
    235g
    Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle.

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options. 40 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 235 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.

    Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 31 months of tracked sales — pay around the $60.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $60.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $83.00
    All-time low
    $11.00
    Latest sale
    $103.00

    Best deals

    765 of 1507 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $60.00 fair value.

    • Feb 21, 2025$11.00$-49.00 / typical
    • Dec 19, 2024$12.00$-48.00 / typical
    • Feb 21, 2025$12.00$-48.00 / typical
    • Dec 19, 2024$13.00$-47.00 / typical
    • May 23, 2025$15.00$-45.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/1.4-16
    Min Focus Distance0.45m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight235g
    Length40mm
    Filter Thread49mm
    MountMinolta MC, Minolta MD
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Kaede Sato4.5/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4?

    Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, for the Minolta MC, Minolta MD mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 235g.

    What mount is the Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 compatible with?

    Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 uses a Minolta MC, Minolta MD mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 typically sells for around $11.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 a good lens?

    Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4 has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Minolta MD 50mm f/1.4?

    Similar lenses include HAIOU-64 58mm f/2, Kalimar 50mm f/1.7, Minolta MC Macro Rokkor-QF 50mm f/3.5.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.5
    Optical4.7/5
    Mechanical4.5/5
    Value4.6/5
    Bokeh4.6/5
    Usability4.4/5
    Based on 6 reviewers

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