Minolta MC Rokkor 58mm f/1.2 - Minolta SR Mount

The Minolta MC Rokkor 58mm f/1.2 is a legendary manual-focus standard lens for the Minolta SR mount. Highly regarded for its shallow depth of field and distinctive bokeh, it features an extremely bright f/1.2 maximum aperture. The 'MC' designation indicates multi-coating, which helps to manage flare and improve contrast. The lens is constructed with heavy-duty metal barrels and a knurled focus ring, providing a high-quality tactile experience for portraiture and low-light photography. When inspecting this lens, the condition of the glass is paramount. The rear element is large and sits close to the mount, making it vulnerable to scratches. SDS checks for the 'yellowing' often associated with thorium-glass elements used in early fast primes, though this can usually be cleared with UV light. We also examine the aperture blades for oil and the focus helicoid for smooth, even resistance. Any signs of fungus are carefully looked for, as the complex optical design can be difficult to clean.