28mm · f/3.5
The Minolta MD 28 mm f/3.5 is the third optical design (5 elements in 5 groups) and is considered the best performer among Minolta's 28mm f/3.5 lenses. According to minolta.su, it offers superior sharpness, contrast, and color saturation compared to earlier designs, though corner sharpness remains weak at large apertures. Build quality evolved from 55mm to 49mm filter threads in later versions. It suits photographers seeking a compact, affordable wide-angle with good overall image quality, especially stopped down.