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    Minolta AF 24-50 mm f/ 4 RS
    Minolta AF 24-50 mm f/ 4 RS

    Minolta AF 24-50 mm f/ 4 RS

    24–50mm · f/4

    Overview

    The Minolta AF 24-50mm f/4 RS is a compact, constant-aperture zoom lens praised for good sharpness and excellent color rendition. Its optical performance is best at shorter focal lengths when stopped down, approaching prime quality, though longer end sharpness falls slightly and it suffers more glare than primes. Build is solid but uses plastic construction. The lens is well-suited as a lightweight walkaround for outdoor use, but its f/4 maximum aperture limits indoor handheld use.