Minolta AF 200mm f/2.8 Apo Tele
Telephoto Lens
Made in/ Used in/ Shipping from Japan
Overview
The AF 200mm f/2.8 Apo Tele was one of Minolta's serious telephoto primes for the A-mount AF system, its apochromatic (APO) designation indicating low-dispersion glass used to control chromatic aberration at this focal length, an important feature for sports, wildlife, and other demanding telephoto work.
Its fast f/2.8 aperture combined with genuine telephoto reach made it a favored tool for photographers who needed both speed and distance, and photographers who have used it describe it as a genuinely professional-grade lens, sharp and contrasty with the smooth telephoto compression the focal length is known for. It remains one of the more respected telephoto primes Minolta produced for the A-mount system.
Compatibility
Compatible with Minolta A-mount film SLR and digital SLR bodies. Autofocus is body-driven (mechanical coupling in the mount; no AF motor in lens). Also compatible with Sony A-mount DSLR bodies (Alpha series). Can be adapted to Sony E-mount mirrorless via the LA-EA4/LA-EA5 adapter (with AF).
Condition
Overall: Excellent
Appearance
- Shows normal signs of use for its age. There are light scratches and scuffs on the barrel, but no dents or significant damage.
Optics
- The optics are in excellent condition. No haze, no fungus, no balsam separation, no scratches. There is negligible dust inside, which will never affect image quality.
Functions
- All functions work properly. Helicoid action is smooth. Aperture blades operate cleanly with no oil. Tested on a camera body.
- Autofocus operates smoothly and accurately.
What's Included
- Comes with rear lens cap only.
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