【Mint】MINOLTA MC W.ROKKOR-HG 35mm f/2.8 MF Wide Angle Lens from Japan #E0512

• Focus ring works smoothly
• Aperture ring clicks properly
• Aperture blades move smoothly

• Partial coating wear (coating loss) on part of the front element. It may have a minimal effect on photos, such as slight flare in backlit conditions.
• No fungus
• No haze or fog
• No scratches
• No balsam separation

• Brand: Minolta
• Model: MC W.ROKKOR-HG 35mm f/2.8
• Lens Type: Manual Focus Wide-Angle Prime Lens
• Lens Mount: Minolta SR Mount (MC)
• Compatible Cameras: Minolta SR-Mount Film SLRs (SRT, XE, XD, X-700, etc.); Mirrorless via Adapter
• Focal Length: 35mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Angle of View: 63° (Diagonal)
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Metering Coupling: MC (Meter Coupling) for Full-Aperture Metering
• Filter Size: 55mm
• Lens Coating: Minolta Achromatic Coating
• Lens Format: 35mm Full Frame
• Made in: Japan

The Minolta MC W.Rokkor-HG 35mm f/2.8 is a classic manual-focus wide-angle lens from Minolta's MC Rokkor era, a period when Minolta's lenses earned a strong reputation for color rendering and build quality. The W designates a wide-angle lens, while the HG code indicates its optical formula.

Rokkor lenses are known for warm, natural colors and smooth tonality, and this 35mm is no exception. It produces clean, detailed images when stopped down, while at wider apertures it offers a gentle, classic rendering that suits street, documentary, and environmental work.

Built in the traditional all-metal style of the MC series, the lens has a solid, reassuring feel. The focusing ring is smooth and precise, and the aperture ring clicks firmly into place. Its compact size makes it a comfortable companion on any SR-mount body.

The MC (meter coupling) design allows full-aperture metering on Minolta bodies such as the SRT series, keeping the viewfinder bright for easy composition and focusing. A 55mm filter thread accepts commonly available filters and hoods.

A 35mm focal length is one of the most versatile in photography. It is wide enough for landscapes, interiors, and street scenes, yet natural enough for casual portraits and everyday documentation of life and travel.

The lens mounts on all Minolta SR-mount film cameras, including the SRT 101, XE, XD, and X-700. With an MD/SR adapter, it can be used on Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, where its 35mm field of view and manual focus feel are especially enjoyable.

MC Rokkor lenses remain highly regarded for their color, character, and craftsmanship. They are often favored by photographers who want a vintage look that is pleasing rather than clinical.

If you are looking for a compact, well-built 35mm with authentic Rokkor color rendering, the Minolta MC W.Rokkor-HG 35mm f/2.8 is a wonderful choice for film photography and adapted mirrorless shooting.