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    Minolta MD 18 mm f/ 9.5 UW Rokkor-PG
    Minolta MD 18 mm f/ 9.5 UW Rokkor-PG

    Minolta MD 18 mm f/ 9.5 UW Rokkor-PG

    18mm · f/9

    Overview

    The Minolta MD 18mm f/9.5 UW Rokkor-PG is an early fisheye lens offering an affordable entry into fisheye photography, typically around $150 (Rokkor Files). Its fixed focus and slow f/9.5 aperture require good light or a tripod, but handling is straightforward (Rokkor Files). Optical performance is acceptable but softer than later designs, with noticeable flare and low contrast in bright light due to older coatings (Rokkor Files). Stopping down to f/16 or f/22 improves sharpness (Rokkor Files). It suits budget-conscious Minolta users wanting to experiment with fisheye effects (Rokkor Files).