Minolta AF 35-105mm F3.5-4.5 A-mount lens review by chileheadcraig
 chileheadcraig#12036 date: Nov-19-2014 | |
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| sharpness: 5 color: 5 build: 4 distortion: 5 flare control: 4 overall: 4.6 | tested on:
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| ownership: | I own this lens |
| compared to: | Sony 16-50mm f/2.8 Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6 SP Di USD XLD |
| price paid: | $62 used |
| positive: | Zoom range Sharp! |
| negative: | Focus noise Close focus distance |
| comment: | I am new to some of these older lenses. I have been used to using some newer and heavier lenses, so this actually feels pretty light to me. It is a good weight when attached to my A77. The close focus distance is exactly the same as my Tamron (70-300), so having such a long distance between 35-70 is an adjustment, BUT when you flick that macro switch, its a whole other story. It really shines in macro mode. I also like the zoom range. I currently have a gap of 50-70mm between my lenses and I frequently switch back and forth. I really do like the range of this lens for the type of shots that I like to shoot. The focus noise is something to get used to, but still isn't terrible. I dont really shoot video, so its not going to be an issue. I'm really pleased with this lens and it was a steal for the price I paid. I may look into getting the original 70-210 beercan, but wondering how it will compare with my Tamron. |
rating summary
- total reviews: 156
- sharpness: 4.78
- color: 4.87
- build: 4.87
- distortion: 4.58
- flare control: 4.08
- overall: 4.64