Minolta MC Rokkor-PG 58mm f/1.2

Overview

The Minolta MC Rokkor-PG 58mm f/1.2 is Minolta's speed demon — the fastest lens they ever made for the SR mount. Built in the early 1970s, it was Minolta's answer to Canon and Nikon's f/1.2 offerings. With its 8-element design and distinctive 'PG' designation (indicating its optical formula), it delivered a look that some photographers prefer to the more famous Japanese alternatives.

Verdict: The overlooked f/1.2. Minolta's fastest lens offers a rendering that some prefer to the more famous alternatives. If you want f/1.2 character without Canon/Nikon prices, this deserves serious consideration.

Optical Character

Community Insights

Summary: The Minolta MC W.Rokkor-HG 35mm f2.8 lens is praised by users for its excellent build quality, sharp image quality, and character. The Proskar-16 2x anamorphic lens adapter is also well-received for its affordable price and ability to achieve a unique anamorphic look on the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera. Sentiment: Positive Top Praised: - Excellent build quality and durability of the Minolta lens - Exceptional sharpness and image quality from the Minolta lens - Unique character and aesthetic provided by the Minolta lens - Affordability and capability of the Proskar-16 2x anamorphic adapter - Flexibility and wide field of view achieved with the anamorphic adapter Top Complaints: - Potential issues with oil contamination on older Minolta lenses - Focusing challenges when using the anamorphic adapter setup - Limited close focusing distance with the Proskar-16 2x adapter Use Cases: - Street photography and general purpose photography with the Minolta lens - Cinematic, anamorphic video capture with the Proskar-16 adapter on the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera - Achieving a wider field of view on the crop-sensor Blackmagic camera with the anamorphic adapter Disagreements: None noted Confidence: 4/5 - The sources provide consistent, positive feedback on the user experience with these lenses, with only minor complaints.

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