Minolta MD Rokkor-X 35mm f/1.8 vs Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Minolta MD Rokkor-X 35mm f/1.8 is faster by 0.9 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.5), letting in more light.
- Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 goes wider (24mm vs 35mm).
- Minolta MD Rokkor-X 35mm f/1.8 reaches further (35mm vs 24mm).
| Spec | MD Rokkor-X 35mm f/1.8 | SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Minolta | Tamron |
| Mount | Minolta MD | Minolta MD |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 35mm | 24mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 (faster) | f/2.5 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 6 | 9 |
| Af motor | none | none |
| Elements | 8 | 10 |
| Weight g | 420 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 55 | 55 |
| Length mm | 67.6 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 66.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.3 | 0.25 (closer focusing) |
Minolta MD Rokkor-X 35mm f/1.8
A 35mm f/1.8 fast manual-focus wide-angle prime lens, the Minolta MD Rokkor-X 35mm f/1.8 is designed for Minolta MD mount bodies. A classic Rokkor lens from the manual-focus Minolta SR/MD system.
Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
The Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 is a manual-focus wide-angle prime lens covering 24mm at f/2.5 for Minolta MD mount cameras, from the Tamron SP series. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.