【Mint】MINOLTA AF 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Zoom Lens for SONY αA from Japan #E0147

About This Item

Carefully inspected used camera lens from Japan.
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Appearance

This is a used camera lens. It shows minimal signs of use such as light scratches or small paint wear.
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Condition

The lens has been tested and confirmed to work properly.

• Autofocus works properly
• Aperture blades move smoothly

Please note that this is a used lens, so minor signs of age or use may be present.

Optical System

• No fungus
• No haze or fog
• No scratches
• No balsam separation

The optics are clear and suitable for normal shooting.

Included Items

Lens Only.

MINOLTA AF 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Telephoto Zoom Lens Sony A Mount Japan #E0147

Detailed Specifications

Brand: Minolta
Model: Minolta AF Zoom 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6
Lens Type: Telephoto Zoom Lens
Mount: Minolta AF / Sony Alpha A-Mount
Focal Length: 75-300mm
Maximum Aperture: f/4.5-5.6
Minimum Aperture: Approx. f/32-38 (depending on focal length/version)
Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual Focus
Autofocus System: Camera body-driven screw-drive AF
Minimum Focusing Distance: Approx. 1.5 m / 4.9 ft
Maximum Magnification: Approx. 0.25x-0.26x depending on version
Filter Size: 55mm
Format: 35mm Full Frame
Compatible Mount: Sony / Minolta A-Mount
Image Stabilization: No built-in optical stabilization
Country of Manufacture: Japan

Compatibility

Designed for Minolta AF and Sony Alpha A-mount cameras.

Compatible with many Sony Alpha A-mount DSLR/SLT cameras and Minolta AF film cameras. Please confirm compatibility with your specific camera model before purchasing.

Please note: This is an A-mount lens and is not directly compatible with Sony E-mount cameras without an appropriate mount adapter.

Camera Specialty Store Comment

The Minolta AF 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 is a versatile telephoto zoom lens that offers an impressive 75-300mm focal range in a straightforward and affordable package.

Its greatest advantage is its 300mm telephoto reach. It allows photographers to capture subjects that are difficult to approach with a standard zoom lens, making it particularly useful for wildlife, outdoor sports, aircraft, landscapes, travel photography, and family events.

The broad 75-300mm range also makes this lens highly flexible. At the shorter end, it works well for portraits and compressed landscapes, while the 300mm end is ideal for isolating distant subjects and creating strong background compression.

Another attractive feature is compatibility with the long-established Minolta AF / Sony Alpha A-mount system. Minolta was one of the pioneers of practical autofocus SLR systems, and many of its AF lenses can still be enjoyed on compatible Sony Alpha A-mount cameras today.

For photographers entering telephoto photography, this lens provides a cost-effective way to experience focal lengths up to 300mm without immediately investing in a large professional telephoto lens.

Why We Recommend This Lens

• Versatile 75-300mm telephoto zoom range
• Reaches 300mm for distant subjects
• Suitable for wildlife, sports, travel, landscapes, and outdoor photography
• Useful background compression for portraits and landscapes
• Autofocus support with compatible Minolta/Sony A-mount cameras
• Compact alternative to larger professional telephoto lenses
• Excellent choice for photographers looking to explore telephoto photography
• Classic Minolta AF lens with continued usefulness in the Sony A-mount system

From a used camera specialty store's perspective, this is a particularly attractive lens for photographers who want an inexpensive and practical way to add substantial telephoto reach to their Minolta or Sony A-mount camera system.

Everything shown in the photos is included in the package.

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