Minolta MD Zoom 28-70mm f/3.5-4.8 vs Tokina AT-X 285 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5

Both are Minolta MD zoom lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Minolta

Pick the Minolta MD Zoom 28-70mm f/3.5-4.8 if

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.8 m vs 0.9 m

Pick the Tokina AT-X 285 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5 if

You need more reach: 85mm vs 70mm at the long end

Spec differences

10 differences

Specifications that differ between the Minolta MD Zoom 28-70mm f/3.5-4.8 and the Tokina AT-X 285 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5
	Minolta MD Zoom 28-70mm f/3.5-4.8	Tokina AT-X 285 28-85mm f/3.5-4.5
Brand	Minolta	Tokina
Focal length	28-70mm	28-85mm
Weight	not listed	485 g
Length	not listed	77 mm
Diameter	not listed	76 mm
Filter thread	not listed	62 mm
Min focus distance	0.8 m closer	0.9 m
Max magnification	not listed	0.28×
Aperture blades	not listed	6
Optical design	8 elements / 8 groups	15 elements / 10 groups

6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, max aperture, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Minolta MD both
Type: Zoom both
Format: Full frame both
Max aperture: f/3.5 both
Autofocus motor: Manual focus both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Minolta MD Zoom 28-70mm f/3.5-4.8

A 28-70mm f/3.5-4.8 manual-focus standard zoom lens, the Minolta MD Zoom 28-70mm f/3.5-4.8 is designed for Minolta MD mount bodies. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.

Our notes