Quick answer
A compact manual telephoto from Minolta's MD line, focusing as close as 1.5 m.
Pros
- f/2.8
- Compact
- Flattering portrait length
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Fringing wide open
- Minimum focus 1.5 m
Verdict
A popular telephoto for adapters.
About this lens
This 135mm f/2.8 manual-focus short-telephoto prime lens from Minolta fits Minolta MD mount cameras. A classic Rokkor lens from the manual-focus Minolta SR/MD system.
Minolta MD Rokkor-X 135mm f/2.8 specifications
- Brand
- Minolta
- Mount
- Minolta MD
- Focal length
- 135mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Telephoto
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 1.5 m
- Filter thread
- 55 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Minolta MD Rokkor-X 135mm f/2.8?
- Portraits on film
- Adapted use
- Light telephoto
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor (adapted mount, so sensor size depends on your camera). Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 135mm | 15.2° | 18.2° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 203mm | 10.2° | 12.2° |
| Micro Four Thirds | 2.0x | 270mm | 7.6° | 9.2° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Minolta 135mm f/2.8 good for portraits?
It is a flattering portrait length, though purple fringing appears at wide apertures.
Can it be adapted to mirrorless?
Yes, with an MD adapter. Focus and aperture are manual.
What filter size does it use?
The filter thread is 55mm, so standard 55mm polarizers and ND filters screw straight onto the front.
Alternatives for Minolta MD from other brands
All Minolta MD lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
