Minolta AF Reflex 500mm f/8

The Minolta AF Reflex 500mm f/8 is a camera glass with a long focal length for capturing distant subjects. It has a unique design that uses a mirror to reflect light onto the camera sensor, resulting in a compact and lightweight lens. The bokeh, or quality of the out-of-focus areas, is generally smooth due to the circular aperture blades. The lens can be used with either autofocus or manual focus, depending on the photographer’s preference. The optics consist of 7 lens elements in 6 groups, which help to reduce chromatic aberration and increase sharpness. The lens coating helps to reduce ghosting and flare, resulting in better contrast and color accuracy. It was manufactured during the 1980s and 1990s, so it is not a new lens, but it still performs well. The aperture can be adjusted from f/8 to f/32, which allows for flexibility in depth of field. The build quality is generally good, with a sturdy metal construction. The resolution, or sharpness of the image, is generally good, especially when stopped down to f/11 or f/16. There are alternative lenses with similar focal lengths and designs, such as the Tamron SP 500mm f/8 Mirror lens or the Samyang Reflex 500mm f/8 lens.

Physical characteristics

With a lens filter diameter of 82 mm lens filters in this range can be expensive, purchase lens – and filter – only if you plan to keep them for long time, make a try with used ones. 118 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag. Weights 665 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag.