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Rent NowMinolta MC Rokkor-PF 55mm f/1.7 Lens (MC Mount)
Classic Manual Focus Standard Prime Lens
The Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 55mm f/1.7 is a beloved vintage standard prime lens, highly regarded for its classic rendering, robust mechanical build, and excellent tactile handling. With a bright f/1.7 maximum aperture, this lens provides fantastic low-light capability and a shallow depth of field with smooth, vintage bokeh. It is a perfect choice for portraiture, street photography, and everyday documentation on vintage Minolta film bodies or adapted to modern mirrorless camera systems.
Item Condition & Notes
Condition: AS-IS (For parts, repair, or optical experimentation)
Optical Flaws: The internal glass elements exhibit visible fungus growth and dust accumulation, which will noticeably reduce image contrast and impact sharpness under bright lighting.
Included Accessories: Includes the rear lens cap. The front lens cap is missing.
Key Features & Engineering
Bright f/1.7 Maximum Aperture: Offers a bright viewfinder image for easier focusing, allows for faster shutter speeds in dim environments, and delivers beautiful subject separation with creamy background blur.
Rokkor-PF Optical Design: Utilizes Minolta’s time-tested 6-element in 5-groups configuration (“P” for 6 elements, “F” for 5 groups), celebrated by vintage enthusiasts for its distinct character and rich color reproduction.
Minolta MC Mount: Fully compatible with manual focus Minolta SLR film cameras (supporting meter coupling) and highly popular for adaptation to modern digital cameras via simple mechanical adapters.
All-Metal Construction: Features a rugged, tactile metal barrel layout with a deeply ridged manual focus ring and an independent mechanical aperture selector for precise control.
Technical Specifications
Lens System Classification: Standard Manual Focus Prime Lens
Lens Mount Type: Minolta MC (Manual Focus)
Focal Length: 55mm
Maximum Aperture: f/1.7
Minimum Aperture: f/16
Optical Configuration: 6 elements in 5 groups (PF)
Focus Control Type: Manual Focus Only
Filter Thread Diameter Size: 55mm
Barrel Construction: Metal housing and mechanical linkages
