50mm · f/1.4
The Minolta 50mm F1.4 RS offers very good central sharpness from f/1.4, becoming excellent by f/2.8. Weaknesses include significant vignetting wide open, noticeable flare, and average bokeh with outlined highlights. Build quality is excellent with metal construction. It suits photographers who value sharpness and classic rendering and can manage flare and vignetting.