Minolta Rokkor QE 35mm 1:4.0 vs Minolta MD 35mm 1:2.8 – comparison

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Minolta MD 35mm 1:2.8 vs Minolta W.Rokkor-QE 1:4.0 f=35mm – comparison

Intro

Copy #1 Copy #2
Serial: 8024417 1123254
Optical Condition: Very Good Very Good
Mechanical Condition: Very Good Very Good
Cosmetic Condition: Very Good Very Good

This comparison is correct only for conditions and equipment used for tests. Test results can differ if any element is changed.

Tested lenses reviews

 

Minolta MD 35mm 1:2.8 vs Minolta W.Rokkor-QE 1:4.0 f=35mm – comparison – sharpness/resolution

Long-distance test description

  • Camera Sony A7II (24mpx, full frame) – RAW (ARW), tripod, A-mode, ISO 100, WB fixed, SteadyShot OFF, manual focus correction for every shot
  • Targets (buildings) – fixed by gravity power on the distances in more than 200 meters
  • ARW post-processing – Capture One, default settings, 100% crops 300×200 px

35mm focal distance

35mm – Test results

Minolta Rokkor QE 35mm 1:4.0 vs Minolta MD 35mm 1:2.8 – comparison – final conclusion

I love the ancient 35/4, but of course it has not chances against one of the best 35mm prime even for modern times.