Minolta MD Rokkor-X 50mm f/1.4 vs Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto
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 50mm f/1.4 is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | MD Rokkor-X 50mm f/1.4 | 50mm f/1.8 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Minolta | Vivitar |
| Mount | Minolta MD | Minolta MD |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 7 | n/a |
| Length mm | 40.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 64.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.45 | n/a |
Minolta MD Rokkor-X 50mm f/1.4
A classic manual 50mm f/1.4 from Minolta's MD line, widely adapted to digital bodies. It focuses as close as 0.45 m and is about 40 mm long.
Pros
- f/1.4
- Compact
- Metal build
- Easy to adapt
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Soft wide open
- Aged coatings flare
Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto
Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto: a fast manual-focus standard prime lens with a 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Minolta MD mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.