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    Minolta MR-Telyt-R 500 mm f/ 8
    Minolta MR-Telyt-R 500 mm f/ 8

    Minolta MR-Telyt-R 500 mm f/ 8

    500mm · f/8

    Overview

    The Minolta MR-Telyt-R 500mm f/8 is a compact, lightweight mirror lens praised for sharpness and contrast. Its fixed f/8 aperture and donut-shaped bokeh are noted drawbacks. Build quality is solid, with a 750g weight and 77mm filter thread. It suits photographers needing an affordable, portable 500mm lens for well-lit subjects, but the fixed aperture and distinctive bokeh limit its versatility.