Minolta AF Zoom 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6
Originally produced by Minolta, and currently produced by Sony, the AF 75-300mm F4.5-5.6, is a telephoto zoom photographic lens compatible with cameras using the Minolta AF and Sony α lens mounts.
 Sony SAL-75300 lens (black, attached to NEX-6 camera on left via Sony LA-EA1 adapter) | |
| Maker | Sony |
|---|---|
| Technical data | |
| Type | Zoom |
| Focal length | 75-300mm |
| Crop factor | 32.1°-8.2° |
| Aperture (max/min) | f/4.5 - f/32 |
| Close focus distance | 1500 mm |
| Max. magnification | 1/4 |
| Diaphragm blades | 7 circular |
| Construction | 13 elements in 10 groups |
| Features | |
| Ultrasonic motor | no |
| Lens-based stabilization | no |
| Application | telephoto zoom lens |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 460 g |
| Filter diameter | 55 mm |
| Accessories | |
| Lens hood | bayonet, round |
| Angle of view | |
| Horizontal | 32.1°-8.2° |
| History | |
| Introduction | 2006 |
| Retail info | |
| MSRP | 229.95 USD |
History
editFirst generation
editThe first generation body is made of metal. It was launched alongside the Minolta Maxxum 9000 in fall 1985.[1] There is a focus limiter switch to speed up focusing. This lens and the Minolta AF 70-210mm f/4 lens are colloquially known as the "big beercan" and "beercan", respectively, by Minolta camera users because their shape and size closely match the proportions of a typical aluminum drink can used for beer.
Second to third generation
editThe optical construction is changed and the metal body is replaced by a plastic body. Consequently, the lens is much shorter and lighter.
The second generation has a focus hold button. Starting from the third generation, this lens is produced in black or silver color.
Fourth generation
editThe new (D) type supports ADI (Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering function.
Fifth generation
editAfter Sony purchased the Minolta Camera Division, this lens was re-released under the Sony brand. The Sony lens retains most of the Minolta design but comes with a new look.
Model Spec
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AF 75–300 mm f/4.5–5.6[2] | AF 75–300 mm f/4.5–5.6 (New)[2] | AF 75–300 mm f/4.5–5.6 II[2] | AF 75–300 mm f/4.5–5.6 (D)[2][3] | AF 75–300 mm f/4.5–5.6 (SAL-75300)[4] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | 1985 | ? | ? | ? | 2006 | |
| Aperture | f/4.5–5.6 | |||||
| Construction | Elements | 13 | ||||
| Groups | 11 | 10 | ||||
| Min. focus | 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) | |||||
| Dimensions | Φ×L | 74×163 mm (2.9×6.4 in) | 71×122 mm (2.8×4.8 in) | |||
| Wgt. | 880 g (31 oz) | 520 g (18+1⁄2 oz) | 490 g (17+1⁄4 oz) | 460 g (16 oz) | ||
| Filter (mm) | 55 | |||||
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Schwalberg, Bob (October 1985). "First Look: Maxxum Turns Pro". Popular Photography. pp. 50–53, 122. Retrieved 29 July 2024.
- ^ a b c d "Maxxum lens specifications". Konica Minolta. Archived from the original on March 25, 2005.
- ^ "AF Lens Specifications". Konica Minolta Global. Archived from the original on March 7, 2005.
- ^ "Sony Interchangeable Lens Operating Instructions: 75-300mm F4.5-5.6, 50mm F1.4, 20mm F2.8" (PDF). Sony Support. Retrieved 30 July 2024.
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