Minolta MD 35mm f/1.8

Minolta MD 35mm f/1.8 - Good Condition | Classic Fast Wide-Angle Prime in Minolta MD Mount

The Minolta MD 35mm f/1.8 is a rare and highly sought-after fast wide-angle prime from Minolta's respected MD lens lineup — a sharp, fast, and beautifully built optic that delivers exceptional image quality with the characteristic natural rendering quality that Minolta glass is renowned for. The fast f/1.8 maximum aperture is genuinely exceptional for a 35mm wide-angle prime — making it outstanding for street photography, travel, and environmental portraits in challenging light conditions. Part of Minolta's respected MD lens lineup, it benefits from the optical refinements and multi-coating quality that made MD glass so highly regarded among film photographers worldwide. In Minolta MD mount, it pairs naturally with the full range of Minolta SR/MD film bodies and adapts effortlessly to modern mirrorless systems. Serial number SR 8002415.

Key Features

• 35mm focal length — natural wide-angle perspective for street, travel, and environmental portraits
• Exceptional f/1.8 maximum aperture — rare and outstanding for a 35mm wide-angle prime
• Minolta MD mount — compatible with all Minolta SR/MD film bodies and mirrorless via adapter
• Multi-coated optics for excellent contrast, colour accuracy, and flare resistance
• Manual focus operation with smooth, well-damped focus ring
• Solid all-metal construction of the highest quality
• A rare and highly sought-after lens from Minolta's golden era

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to barrel or mount
• Optics: Elements clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact
• Mechanics: Focus ring operates smoothly and precisely; aperture blades clean and snappy; mount clean and secure

"The Minolta MD 35mm f/1.8 is one of those lenses that serious Minolta collectors genuinely seek out. A fast f/1.8 aperture on a 35mm prime is genuinely rare — and Minolta's MD optical quality ensures sharp, contrasty, and beautifully rendered images across the frame. Wide open at f/1.8 it has a rendering that is warm, natural, and deeply satisfying for street and documentary work. On a modern mirrorless body via adapter it's an exceptional and characterful creative tool."

What's Included

• Minolta MD 35mm f/1.8 lens
• Front and rear lens caps

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Minolta
• Model: MD 35mm f/1.8
• Serial Number: SR 8002415
• Mount: Minolta MD
• Focal Length: 35mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Construction: 7 elements in 6 groups
• Angle of View: 63°
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 0.3m
• Filter Thread: 55mm
• Construction: All-metal barrel
• Type: Wide-Angle Lens
• Category: Lenses
• Condition: Good Condition