Minolta MD Rokkor 1,7/50mm Camera lens

Minolta MD Rokkor 50mm F1.7

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The Minolta MD Rokkor 50mm F1.7 was introduced in March 1979 as the first "MD-I" generation standard lens for Minolta's SR-mount SLR system, succeeding the earlier MC Rokkor-PF 50mm F1.7. It retained the well-regarded 6-element / 5-group double-Gauss optical design while adopting the new MD lens-coupling for shutter-priority AE on bodies like the XD-7 / XD-11 and later the X-700 series. Thanks to the popularity of the Minolta SR / MC / MD mount, simple "dumb" adapters to virtually every mirrorless system (Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Leica L) are widely available, making this lens easy to use on modern digital cameras.

IMPORTANT — Please read carefully:
This is a defective lens with heavy optical issues. The rear element is severely fogged due to coating degradation, and there are also some wiping scratches on the glass. As a result, the lens produces a pronounced soft-focus / dreamy effect under most lighting conditions, with strongly reduced contrast and veiling flare. While some photographers may enjoy this as an experimental "character lens" for portraits or atmospheric shooting, this lens is being sold strictly as a defective item, NOT as a normally-functioning optic. If you require sharp, clear results, please refrain from bidding. The mechanics of the lens (focus and aperture) are fully functional.

Condition: USED — Fair
Pre-owned, mechanically functional but has noticeable optical flaws.

Serial Number
Please check the photo.

Appearance
Tiny scuffs from normal use; otherwise the barrel is in reasonable shape for its age.
Please check the photos for details.

Optical Condition
Haze: Heavy (rear element severely fogged from coating degradation)
Fungus: No
Scratch: Some wiping scratches
Balsam separation: No
Dust: Tiny
Note: The optical condition causes a pronounced soft-focus effect and reduced contrast.

Functional
Helicoid (focus ring): Smooth
Aperture blades: Clean, move properly, no oil
Aperture ring: Clicks correctly at all stops

Known Issues
Heavy haze on the rear element caused by coating degradation — not removable by ordinary cleaning.
Wiping scratches on the glass surface.
The combination of these defects causes a soft-focus, low-contrast rendering. This is a defective lens sold as-is for users who specifically want this effect, parts use, or restoration projects.

Mount
Minolta SR mount (also known as MC / MD mount).
Compatible with all Minolta manual-focus SLR bodies (SR, SR-T, X, XE, XD, XG, X-700 series, etc.).
Easily adaptable to mirrorless cameras (Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Leica L) using a widely available SR-to-mirrorless adapter.

Bundled Items
Only the items shown in the photos are included.
Lens caps and other accessories are not included unless visible in the photos.

Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.

Shipping
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