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    Minolta AF 100-300 mm xi f/ 4.5-5.6
    Minolta AF 100-300 mm xi f/ 4.5-5.6

    Minolta AF 100-300 mm xi f/ 4.5-5.6

    100–300mm · f/4.5–5.6

    Overview

    The Minolta AF 100-300 mm xi f/4.5-5.6 is a versatile telephoto zoom with decent sharpness in the center, but soft corners at the long end (OpticalLimits). Build quality is typical of its era, with a plastic barrel and smooth zoom action, though the push-pull design can be prone to dust ingress. It suits budget-conscious photographers who need reach without heavy weight, but those demanding edge-to-edge sharpness may be disappointed.