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

Minolta MD 35mm 1:2.8 vs Minolta W.Rokkor-QE 1:4.0 f=35mm – comparison
- Minolta MD 35mm 1:2.8 (MD III)
- Minolta Rokkor 35mm 1:4 SR (SR)
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.