Minolta MD Rokkor-X 17mm f/4 vs Vivitar 17mm f/3.5 Wide Angle
Both are Minolta MD prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Minolta MD Rokkor-X 17mm f/4 if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the Vivitar 17mm f/3.5 Wide Angle if
- You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/3.5 vs f/4)
Spec differences
11 differences| Minolta MD Rokkor-X 17mm f/4 | Vivitar 17mm f/3.5 Wide Angle | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Minolta
|
Vivitar
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
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| Max aperture |
f/4
|
f/3.5
⅓ stop faster
|
| Weight |
325 g
|
not listed
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| Length |
53 mm
|
not listed
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| Diameter |
75 mm
|
not listed
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| Filter thread |
72 mm
|
not listed
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| Min focus distance |
0.25 m
|
not listed
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| Optical design |
12 elements / 9 groups
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not listed
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| Autofocus motor |
Manual focus
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not listed
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| Image stabilization |
No
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not listed
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3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all
- Mount
- Minolta MD both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 17mm both
Our notes
Minolta MD Rokkor-X 17mm f/4
This 17mm f/4 manual-focus wide-angle prime lens from Minolta fits Minolta MD mount cameras. A classic Rokkor lens from the manual-focus Minolta SR/MD system.
Our notes
Vivitar 17mm f/3.5 Wide Angle
This 17mm f/3.5 manual-focus wide-angle prime lens from Vivitar fits Minolta MD mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.