Minolta AF 50mm f/1.7 lens

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A Minolta Maxxum AF 50mm f/1.7 prime lens with type “A” bayonet mount with the aperture all the way closed at F22.
A Minolta Maxxum AF 50mm f/1.7 prime lens with type “A” bayonet mount with the aperture all the way closed at F22.
The same Minolta AF 50mm f/1.7 prime lens with the aperture all the way open at F1.7.
The same Minolta AF 50mm f/1.7 prime lens with the aperture all the way open at F1.7.
Rear view of Minolta Maxxum/Dynax lens showing the port for the external autofocus drive
Rear view of Minolta Maxxum/Dynax lens showing the port for the external autofocus drive

Minolta AF 50 F1.7 is a discontinued lens that was produced from 1985[1] through 2006. It is still in use today by digital and film SLR users. The relatively large maximum aperature (f/1.7) allows the photographer to take shots indoors even when operating at ISO 100 - 200.

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  1. ^ Minolta AF 50 F1.7 2550-100 lens for Sony Alpha - Minolta camera mount