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VMLP 10: Minolta 50mm f2.8 Macro (AF) —The Everyday Macro

On: June 16, 2021

In: Lens Love, Vintage Minolta Love Project

To be honest, the only reason I bought the 50mm f2.8 macro lens was was fear of losing or damaging my 100mm f2.8 macro. I’m almost embarrassed to say this now. The 50mm 2.8 is sharp and handy, and it allows one to shoot from only a few inches away.Continue Reading

VMLP 8: Minolta Maxxum 28-105mm — Very Good, Rarely Mentioned

On: May 10, 2021

In: Lens Love, Vintage-Minolta Love

This is my first true Lens Love post. My goal is to report my experiences with various lenses, primarily how they work with film. There are many detailed lens reviews available that use digital cameras—and I use those reviews quite often—but digital sensors react to light differently compared to film.Continue Reading