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    Minolta MC Rokkor-X PF 50 mm f/ 1.7
    Minolta MC Rokkor-X PF 50 mm f/ 1.7

    Minolta MC Rokkor-X PF 50 mm f/ 1.7

    50mm · f/1.7

    Overview

    The Minolta MC Rokkor-X PF 50mm f/1.7 is a well-regarded vintage lens with all-metal construction and smooth manual focus. Optically, it offers good center sharpness from f/2.8 and pleasing bokeh, though wide open at f/1.7 it is soft and difficult to focus. Distortion is minimal when used at proper distances. It is heavy and balances best on larger Minolta bodies. Affordable and versatile, it suits photographers seeking a classic look for portraits or street photography, but requires careful focusing and stabilization for video.