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Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 58mm f/1.2 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 MC Rokkor-PF 58mm f/1.2 is faster by 1.2 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
  • Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto goes wider (50mm vs 58mm).
  • Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 58mm f/1.2 reaches further (58mm vs 50mm).
Specification comparison
Spec MC Rokkor-PF 58mm f/1.2 50mm f/1.8 Auto
Brand Minolta Vivitar
Mount Minolta MD Minolta MD
Type Prime Prime
Focal length 58mm 50mm (wider)
Max aperture f/1.2 (faster) f/1.8

Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 58mm f/1.2

A 58mm f/1.2 fast manual-focus standard prime lens, the Minolta MC Rokkor-PF 58mm f/1.2 is designed for Minolta MD mount bodies. A classic Rokkor lens from the manual-focus Minolta SR/MD system.

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.

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